The Best Breakfasts in Port Macquarie, NSW
Life’s too short for bad coffee and mediocre food. Thankfully, there’s no shortage of great cafes serving up quality breakfast and top-notch brews in the charming coastal town of Port Macquarie.
Pristine white sand beaches, scenic trails, and historic lighthouses, not to mention a vibrant CBD and great accommodation options make Port Macquarie a favourite destination for holidaymakers in the region. With so much to do around town, it’s best you properly fuel up with the most important meal of the day. From breezy beachside cafes to local bakeries to deli eats, these are the top spots for breakfast in Port Macquarie.
Social Grounds
Located on Gordon Street, Social Grounds takes coffee making seriously, so if you’re searching for quality beans, make sure you come here and try their single-origin Ethiopian roast. Open for breakfast seven days a week (and lunch Monday-Friday), this cafe serves up breakfast dishes ranging from favourites like 'big brekky' platters and avocado on toast to other treats like breakfast tacos and the mouthwatering 'Social Roll’, a filling mix of smoked bacon, fried egg, cheese, seasonal greens, house tomato relish, and BBQ sauce. With good vibes inviting you in to enjoy a coffee and a meal, you can choose to dine indoors or in their outdoor area, complete with a covered deck, street art and garden.
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Social Grounds
1/151 Gordon Street, Port Macquarie
0423 240 635
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Lily’s Cafe
Among your options for the best breakfast in Port Macquarie is Lily’s Cafe. With its bright pink decor and stylish aesthetic, this spot is central yet relaxed, especially in the beautiful outdoor garden courtyard. Enjoy good service and a diverse menu featuring fresh cold-pressed juices, robust coffee, and generously-portioned breakfast options. Lily’s Cafe is known for its amazing ham, cheese, and tomato toastie, cinnamon scrolls, lemon meringue crepes, and eggs benedict. Don’t miss their kids’ menu for the groms, with adorable and drool-worthy treats like the funfetti pancakes. Lily’s is open from 7am on weekdays.
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Lily’s Cafe
1/124 Horton Street, Port Macquarie
(02) 6583 3055
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Studio 3 Espresso
If you’re craving bold brews and delicious bites for breakfast in Port Macquarie, swing by Studio 3 Espresso. This small cafe may have limited seating, but it packs a punch with consistently good, strong, and smooth coffee – arguably some of the best in town. The skilled baristas bring their A-game to every cup. Food-wise, they’ve got a hearty toastie selection, with options like halloumi beetroot relish, classic ham and cheese, and even though it’s more of a lunch item, the chicken pesto toastie is phenomenal. The friendly staff adds to Studio’s inviting feel, making it a choice cafe for a quick bite or a takeaway treat to enjoy by the beach. Other breakfast options include a bircher muesli bowl, brekkie bowl, banana bread, and avo smash.
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Studio 3 Espresso
3/1 Murray Street, Port Macquarie
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Milkbar Town Beach
If you’re keen for brekkie with a view, head to Milkbar Town Beach. Just across from Port Macquarie Town Beach, make sure to claim an outdoor table when the weather’s good to enjoy the beachside atmosphere. The menu’s got a nice mix of coffee, smoothies, pastries, and other breakfast staples. For those craving a wholesome yet indulgent start, the Keto Nourish Bowl beckons with gluten-free goodness – kale, mushrooms, avocado, and more, all tossed in a luscious green tahini dressing. With a dedicated kids menu, Milkbar’s also a great place to bring the whole family; the mouthwatering waffle options come recommended.
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Milkbar Town Beach
2/40 William Street, Port Macquarie
(02) 6583 2700
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Frankie’s Cafe
For a breakfast where the food is just as good as the atmosphere in Port Macquarie, swing by Frankie’s Cafe on Clarence Street. Loved for its buzzing energy and top-notch coffees, this bright and breezy spot is a local favourite. The menu offers a wide variety of choices, from classic breakfast items like bacon and egg rolls, eggs benedict, and avocado smash to more inventive treats such as buckwheat pancakes with vegan butterscotch ice cream. The aesthetic and clean ambience, coupled with excellent service, make Frankie’s a PMQ institution. Affordable prices and a location not far from the beach complete the recipe for a perfect morning meal.
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Frankie’s Cafe
6/14 Clarence Street, Port Macquarie
(02) 6583 7387
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The Corner Restaurant
As a family-owned gem that’s always welcoming, The Corner Restaurant is often touted as the best breakfast in Port Macquarie. The menu boasts seasonally driven dishes with fresh flavours, and the baristas work magic with Campos coffee. Open seven days a week, 7.00 – 11.30am, it’s the perfect spot for an early morning feast. Renowned for their strong coffee game and excellent service, The Corner offers good portion sizes at reasonable prices. Highlights include warm house pancakes, homemade waffles, eggs benny, and the indulgent Corner House Big Breakfast Platter. Don’t miss the ‘extras’ section for delicious add-ons like hash browns and halloumi.
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The Corner Restaurant
11 Clarence Street, Port Macquarie
(02) 6583 3300
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Four Espresso
With its cool vibes, solid coffee, and scrumptious food, Four Espresso is one to put on your breakfast in Port Macquarie rotation. A hip and cute cafe decorated with graffiti-style street art, they have a variety of vegan options and generous portion sizes for the price. Besides its great service, the cafe has a neat display featuring local artists. Take your pick from indoor or outdoor seating and savour some of the best sourdough in Port Macquarie. Coffee aficionados can sip on a fantastic cold brew or a proper no-froth flat white. Must-try breakfast items include smashed avocado, chilli eggs, and a classic bacon and egg roll.
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Four Espresso
5/21 Clarence Street, Port Macquarie
(02) 5514 0892
fourespressopmq@gmail.com
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Salty Crew Kiosk
Early risers, rejoice! Salty Crew Kiosk opens shop at 6am, making it the perfect joint for breakfast in Port Macquarie for the morning crowd. Right on the beach, it offers a stunning view of the sunrise and a chance to watch surfers catching waves. The kiosk is well-frequented for its quality coffee, amazing sourdough, and a tempting array of healthy snacks, bowls, pastries, and smoothies. Acai bowl lovers are in for a treat with four bowl options. While it’s quite popular so not exactly a hidden gem and can get busy, the prime seaside location and the good eats make it worth a visit. Consider pre-ordering online for a more seamless experience.
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Salty Crew Kiosk
1/15 Elliott Way, Port Macquarie
(02) 6584 4079
chill@saltycrewkiosk.com.au
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Little Shack
Rise and shine at Little Shack, where you can get breakfast in Port Macquarie daily, 7am-11.30am. Set against the picturesque breakwall, it’s a great riverside cafe for a casual breakfast with a side of people watching. The menu caters to all tastes, offering sweet plates like overnight oats, honey yoghurt panna cotta, and breakfast churros, alongside savoury classics like breakfast tacos and ham and cheese croissants. Feeling adventurous? Try the wild mushroom on sourdough, which comes with whipped ricotta, spinach, pesto and a fried egg. Little Shack is dog-friendly with plenty of pups running around on the regular, and even though it can get quite busy, it’s a great find for a laidback brekkie at a decent price point.
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Little Shack
1 Munster Street, Port Macquarie
howdy@littleshack.com.au
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Luigi Bros Delicatessen
For breakfast in Port Macquarie with a touch of deli deliciousness, Luigi Bros Delicatessen is your go-to in the heart of town. Enjoy a central location bursting with gourmet goodies, from pastries to premium meats and cheeses. No surprises here given it’s a deli, their bacon and egg roll is a crowd favourite and pairs perfectly with a cup of good coffee. Snag a seat outdoors and soak up the morning rays and sink your teeth into their freshly baked muffins if you really want to kick off your day to a great start. FYI, the deli is a treasure trove for unique and hard-to-find items, making it a smart place for a bit of shopping along with your morning bite.
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Luigi Bros Delicatessen
Shop 9, 23/41 Short Street, Port Macquarie
(02) 6583 1716
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Roam
For a delightful beachfront breakfast in Port Macquarie, Roam is worth your consideration. This simple and cute cafe in front of Flynns Beach offers a relaxed atmosphere with friendly and attentive staff. Their chai latte is a standout in Port Mac. Expect no less than eggs cooked to perfection and good coffee to accompany any brekkie plates. The avo toast, moist muffins, and almond croissants are recommended. If you’re looking to treat yourself to something decadent, go for the waffle sandwich stuffed with ice cream. Enjoy the outdoor seating, and don't worry about winter – they’ve got heaters for those cooler mornings.
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Roam
2/53 Pacific Drive, Port Macquarie
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Sandbox
If you’re after an all-day beachside breakfast in Port Macquarie, check out Sandbox. Open 7am-3pm, this aptly-named cafe sits right on Flynns Beach, offering a picture-perfect vantage point of surfers and waves. Accessible via a short walk from the main road or a drive down a one-way access road, it’s a simple yet sweet spot that is also dog-friendly. Keep in mind that given its oceanside location, it can get busy, so be quick to claim a table. Sample signature dishes like the breakfast hash, granola bowl, or the indulgent and inventive chilli crab scramble.
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Sandbox
35 Tuppenny Road, Port Macquarie
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Agostina
Find a hidden gem for breakfast in Port Macquarie at Agostina, where fine fast food meets fantastic breakfast. Offering more than just catering, this spot is perfect for a quick takeaway bite or a comfortable meal outside. The friendly and speedy service, along with great coffee and tasty food put it among the top PMQ brekkie destinations. With sizable portions, savoury egg dishes like eggs on toast, chilli scramble, and smashed avo, Agostina puts the ‘fine’ in ‘fine fast food.’ Don't miss their signature bacon and egg burger or the vegetarian brekkie roll with mushroom, egg, grilled halloumi, avocado, and housemade tomato pickle on a milk bun. For those on the go, Agostina even have an app for convenient ahead-of-time ordering.
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Agnostina
1/155 Horton Street, Port Macquarie
(02) 6583 2439
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Bittersweet
Located in the Lighthouse Beach Shopping Village, Bittersweet Cafe Patisserie is a sweet tooth’s dream. Brace yourself for a tempting array of cakes and pastries – think eclairs, fruit and granola tarts, vegan carrot cake, and much, much more. Fresh sourdough is baked daily, and the menu covers both sweet and savoury made-to-order breakfast. The golden French toast on brioche and crepe of the day are worth mentioning. And if you’re into heartier fare, explore house-made beans with speck and poached eggs, a veggie-packed omelette, or sweet potato, corn, and zucchini fritters. Egg benny lovers, note that they use homemade hollandaise. Winning hearts and minds of customers are also the friendly staff, warm smiles, premium coffee and chai, plus a choice between indoor and outdoor seating.
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Bittersweet
2/48 Watonga Street, Port Macquarie
(02) 6582 4008
cakes@bittersweetcafepatisserie.com
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Black Market Bagels
Bagel fans, the best breakfast in Port Macquarie for you to get your fix can be found at Black Market Bagels. This bagel bakery will satisfy your cravings; chewy with an impeccable texture, Black Market freshly bakes their bagels without any preservatives or additives. The menu contains a nice selection, from classic everything bagels to jalapeno and cheese, and even a divine french toast option. But it doesn’t stop at bagels; choose from a variety of fillings like smoked salmon, egg, bacon, and cheese, and avo and feta, or indulge in the decadent Biscoff cream or a hearty reuben. Not only bagels, they also serve up some nice coffee too. With top-tier service and the convenience of pre-ordering online for both their main shop and Black Market Bagels Express on William Street, what’s not to love.
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Black Market Bagels
3/11-19 Bellbowrie Street, Port Macquarie
02 6583 4126
inquiries@blackmarketbagels.com.au
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