Where to find Sydney’s best crepes
08 Feb 2023
08 Feb 2023
Keep the kids fuelled this school holidays while you’re out and about in Sydney.
Going to Taronga Zoo this school holidays? Maybe the Aquarium? Or perhaps you’re going to tackle the Bondi to Coogee walk? Wherever you go, you and the kids are going to be hungry, so we’re here to help with seven kid-friendly food joints that are close to Sydney’s biggest attractions. They’re guaranteed to please fussy eaters and they’re easy on the wallet too.
Archie Bear
Modern Australian
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After a long day at Taronga Zoo, round up your troop of cheeky monkeys and head on over to Mosman’s Archie Bear at Mosman Rowers Club.
Chef Anthony O’Shea’s menu has something to satisfy even the fussiest of little omnivores.
Lunchtime standouts include a gourmet open Reuban sandwich and a Harvest bowl with a tamarind dressing (for zoologists on a health kick).
For the kids? A dedicated cub-friendly menu offers the usual grumbling stomach pleasers, including mini fish and chips and a mini cheeseburger and chips.
Dish Cult’s top pick: Free range chicken schnitzel ($27)
Fratelli Fresh
Italian
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What’s more exciting than a Sunday exploring the colourful sea life at Sydney Aquarium? Ending the day’s adventure in Darling Harbour with an Italian family feast at Fratelli Fresh!
There’s something for everyone, including picky little bambini, at this welcoming house of tasty Italian delights. Featuring a pizza kitchen, fresh pasta station and a house-made gelato counter for the sweet tooths amongst your school of fish.
The best part? Up to four kids under 12 can eat free every Sunday when you buy an accompanying adult meal. Making this the perfect place to feed the family without emptying out the piggy bank.
Dish Cult’s top pick: Hawaiian pizza ($24)
Betty's Burgers
Burgers
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After a wander through history at the Powerhouse Museum, keep the retro vibes going at Betty’s Burgers.
It’s always burger o’clock at this kitsch 50’s themed beach shack which dishes up juicy burgers and scrumptious desserts. You’ll find an extensive menu of burgers, the classics made using Australian beef patties and sandwiched between crispy brioche buns, but there are also chicken, plant-based and gluten-free options.
Make sure you leave room for dessert! Betty’s serves up delicious ice cream custards with decadent, rich brownie and lemon raspberry cheesecake flavours.
Dish Cult’s top pick: Crispy chicken burger ($12.50)
Located in North Bondi, Shuk is a popular choice amongst Sydneysiders looking for delicious Israeli-inspired fare in a laid-back, kid-friendly setting.
With a gated children’s play area, complete with toys and a chalkboard, plenty of highchairs, space for prams, changing facilities and a dedicated kids menu, this is a parent’s dream.
Starving after coming back from the Bondi to Coogee walk? Tuck into offerings such as the sabich falafel bowl, signature Shuk wrap or the refreshing halloumi and mango salad.
Dish Cult’s top pick: Hummus with lamb 21 (slow cooked for 12 hours) ($21)
An adrenalin-filled morning of roller coasters and dodgem cars at Luna Park equals hungry kids by lunchtime. Ditch the fairy floss and hotdogs for healthier treats at
The Greens in nearby North Sydney.
The calm, light-filled restaurant space is instant serenity after the noise and commotion of Luna Park. And the food here is just as heavenly!
Highlights on the adult menu include a tender chargrilled Rangers Valley strip loin and a succulent free-range roast chicken with romesco sauce. Kids are taken care of with their own menu featuring cheeseburgers and honey soy chicken skewers.
The Greens is a kid-friendly zone, with colouring books and even a petting zoo every Sunday.
Dish Cult’s top pick: Tasmanian salmon fillet ($34)
When in Manly, do what the locals do. Stroll along the iconic beachfront promenade and pop into Bluewater, a family-friendly option that won’t hurt the hip pocket.
Choose an outside table, breathe the refreshing salty air and soak up the sunshine. There’s plenty of space for prams, high chairs galore and colouring books to keep the kids occupied after ordering.
Just like the setting, the food at Bluewater is approachable and family-orientated. Dig into a selection of burgers, hearty salads and pizza and pasta dishes that will please the whole gang.
Located only a pipi throw away from Manly wharf, Bluewater is ideal for hungry seafarers after disembarking the Sydney to Manly ferry.
Dish Cult’s top pick: Grilled barramundi burger ($24.60)
Pancakes On The Rocks
Pancakes
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An early morning guided tour across the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge deserves an iconic breakfast. A sugary feast at Sydney stalwart
Pancakes On The Rocks is the perfect way to recharge the post-walk batteries.
This parlour of pancake perfection boasts a menu jam-packed with both sweet and savoury delights. Choose from classic dessert pancakes with syrupy toppings and sauces or savoury pancakes with buttery scrambled eggs and crispy hash browns.
The sweetener? All children’s menu items are under $10, making this the ideal kid-friendly destination for a sugar rush that won’t break the bank.
Dish Cult’s top pick: Chocolate peanut butter pancake stack ($15.95)
