Social Grounds Cafe

Top among locals for breakfast and brunch, Social Ground’s coffee is cracking and its meals are hearty. Welcoming staff ensure you’re taken care of, and it’s dog friendly, too. With a fresh herb garden at hand, planted up in a vintage metal tub, the care that goes into every dish is visible.

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.

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.

Social Grounds is a trendy spot for coffee and brunch enthusiasts, and Enzo Woodfired serves authentic Italian pizza in a setting reminiscent of Southern Italy. Beyond restaurants, Port Macquarie's food scene includes cafés, bakeries, wineries, and breweries that contribute to the region's culinary richness. Urban Grain Bakery offers artisan sourdough bread, while Cassegrain Winery provides opportunities to taste exceptional wines paired with delicious meals.

In the unlikely location of Gordon Street, Port's best coffee is brewing at Social Grounds, which, with its graphic murals and dark wooden tables, feels like an inner-city cafe. Choose between single origin or The Story, a blend combining beans from Ethiopia, Sumatra, Colombia and Rwanda. The hand-scrawled blackboard menu is short but fierce — try the spiced poached eggs with field mushroom, haloumi, avocado, rocket and dukkah on sourdough.

For coffee: If you can’t start your day without a decent cup of coffee, forgo the waterfront cafés and stop in at Social Grounds. There’s no view or fancy fit-out but the coffee is worth the trek. Casualties Espresso, in the old ambulance station on Clarence Street, and The Corner Restaurant (pictured) are both good choices in the heart of town for breakfast, brunch or a light lunch.

A clean, simple aesthetic make Social Grounds Cafe pleasing to the eye and creates a relaxing atmosphere for meetups. Also, it’s said that Social Grounds’ incredible take on avocado toast – artisan bread with mounds of great craft ingredients – make this a great stop for a quick and delicious bite. Social Grounds Cafe also hosts various events throughout the month.

Social Grounds Cafe offers a rich and flavorful coffee experience that has captivated both locals and tourists. The welcoming and knowledgeable staff, along with a community-focused ambiance, make it a beloved spot for regulars. The cafe is praised for its perfectly brewed coffee and creamy, well-steamed milk, providing a delightful start to any morning.

There are few places in Port Macquarie where you can get better coffee than at Social Grounds, a graffiti-covered hideaway where you accompany your brew with apple-pie porridge and breakfast tacos. Over at Crossroads Cafe, the coffee is strong, the baked goods homemade and the wraps and sandwiches bulging. Small wonder it’s a local favourite.

Both Drury Lane and Milk Bar will please the brunch-loving crowd, while those more interested in caffeine should visit the graffiti-covered Social Grounds for the best brew in town. Blackfish and Peak Coffee follow closely behind. Or discover more of the best places to eat and drink here, or opt to visit the nearby cellar doors and wineries.

Social Grounds is a trendy café popular for its specialty coffee and innovative food offerings. The modern décor and lively vibe attract a younger crowd, making it a hotspot for socialising and enjoying creative menu options. The café’s offerings include gourmet sandwiches, smoothie bowls, and an impressive range of plant-based choices.

66 Clarence St, Port Macquarie, New South Wales 2444, AustraliaTakeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves AlcoholItalian, Cafe, International, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free OptionsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night+61 2 6583 2484

When it comes to breaking your fast, the local go to in Port Macquarie is Social Grounds. You’ll find popular breakfast favourites on the menu, from freshly baked muffins to the always classic avo on toast. Plus there’s decent coffee too, which you can get your hands on seven days a week.

Start your day strong with a breakfast bowl from Social Grounds (a graffiti-filled hangout of hipster perfect proportions). This crafty concoction includes avocado, roast pumpkin, poached eggs, seasonal veggies and a lemon wedge for that extra somethin’ somethin’.

Social Grounds has been serving locals and visitors alike, great coffee since 2014. Frequently lorded by locals as the best coffee in town. This lovely hidden away cafe is always packed with coffee lovers regularly lined up out the door.

Whether you’re on the go or have time to sit and relax, Social Grounds is a great place to grab a bite to eat. From a simple B&E roll to a cheeky serving of waffles & ice cream, this place gets all of the little things right.