Café Margaret

Café Margaret (ex-Next Door) is Neil Perry’s latest love letter to Double Bay—a breezy all-day eatery that proves world-class dining doesn’t need white tablecloths.

Right next door to his fine-dining heavyweight Margaret, this light-filled corner spot is an all-day affair: power breakfasts, lazy lunches, and spontaneous dinners are all on the table. 

The menu reads like Perry’s personal favourites list. Kick off with a four-cheese toastie that could cure any hangover, or a bacon-and-egg roll so stacked it deserves its own postcode (complete with chipotle mayo, caramelised onion, and double-smoked bacon).

By midday, the tempo shifts. Expect staple sangas, crisp salads, and the famous Next Door American Cheeseburger—officially Australia’s best and 10th in the world. It’s joined by a gochujang-spiked fish burger, a caramelised-onion smashburger, and an indulgent steak sandwich dripping with café de Paris butter and fries.

Come dinnertime, things mellow into charred fish, minute steaks, and simple share plates that let the produce shine. If there's no time for bums in seats, the grab-and-go counter is fuelling the commuters of Double Bay with a hefty selection of wraps, sandwiches, and afternoon sweet treats.

We recommend booking if you are hoping to secure a dinner resy, but walk-ins are also welcome. 

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