Orto Trading Co.

The verdict

The Surry Hills brunch scene is a microcosm of quality, and Orto Trading Co. is no exception. Exuding the warmth of a homegrown vegetable patch, wheelbarrows, spades, and various garden tools adorn the walls and grounds of the airy premises. Orto does brunch and it does it well—choose from a selection of toffee pecan and mascarpone carrot hotcakes, cauliflower fritters, or even a breakfast hotdog with chorizo and mozzarella. Lunch options include a salted cod Scotch egg, pumpkin ravioli with gingerbread, and truffle polenta chips with blue cheese sauce. Hearty portion sizes mean sharing is on the cards, or just a very satisfied you.