Paperboy

The Verdict

From the masterminds behind Left of Field in Rhodes comes Paperboy, its new sister cafe in nearby Concord. Serving all day brekkie (YES), coffee by Single O, and a menu bursting with creative twists on classic breakfast dishes, this is the place to go if you’re after a solid feed. 

A must-try are the lamington waffles, smothered with dark chocolate, chewy nougat parfait, zingy berry jam, fresh fruit, and all sprinkled in desiccated coconut. Just as a lamington should be. Savoury fans will appreciate the house made spicy baked eggs with chickpeas, zaatar, crumbled cheese, and lamb sausages, bathed in a rich tomato sauce. It’s all served with crispy flat bread and since bread is life, that’s a damn good thing. 

Lunch options include the Nahm Jim chicken burger—an Asian twist on the classic buttermilk chicken burg, with a soft milk bun, Asian slaw, and crispy iceberg lettuce served with childhood fave, prawn crackers instead of classic fries. 

There is definitely a locals-only vibe here, but don’t let that deter you—in fact, we hope it makes you want to visit here more. Owners Matthew Abi-Arrage and Clovice Khachan have deliberately kept the local corner-shop vibe to pay homage to the joint’s traditional sandwich shop heritage. We’re sold.