Tiger Mottle

The verdict

Tiger Mottle is hidden away just off Five Ways in Paddington, so there's rarely a wait for a table (unlike so many Sydney cafes during the morning on a weekend) and yet its offering is consistently excellent. Take a seat in the converted two-level terrace and the welcoming staff will guide you through the specials on the menu. There are all the café favourites – poached eggs and avo, bacon and egg sandwich with relish, and eggs benedict – as well as some twists, think bubble-and-squeak, and parmesan-and-oregano-crumbed chicken burger with crunchy chat potatoes. The coffee (made from Golden Cobra beans) is great, too.