Short Black Panther

The verdict

Mortdale, an area in Sydney's south, isn't traditionally known as a café hub, but that's slowly changing with the 2014 launch of Short Black Panther, the first business venture of local Danielle Sheriff.

Located on the town's village-like main street, the timber floored and walled establishment has a cosy home feel, but the service is excellent. On this Sydney cafe's menu you'll find a range of coffee options, such as Single Estate, and an all-day breakfast all your favourites, such as spicy frittata, as well hearty lunches served on Brasserie Bread rolls; sweet treats, freshly baked on site, add to the offering.