Room 10 - Potts Point, Sydney

Room 10, situated in Potts Point, embodies the essence of a local-friendly espresso bar with its excellent service, top-notch coffee, and delectable light snacks. Tucked away down a side street off Darlinghurst Road, the cafe may go unnoticed at first glance due to its small size, but it offers some of the best coffee in the Kings Cross area. Owner Andrew Hardjasudarma has been using Mecca coffee since the cafe’s inception in 2010, offering a house blend for milk coffee and a rotating single-origin option for black coffee enthusiasts.

Despite its compact space, Room 10 serves an all-day breakfast and lunch menu featuring popular dishes like the Brekkie Rice with creamed red rice, quinoa, and stewed rhubarb, as well as the slow-cooked brisket sandwich. The intimate ambiance and straightforward menu make it an ideal spot for casual brunches or a retreat from the bustling atmosphere of Kings Cross.

Room 10 embodies the Melbourne-style laneway espresso bar vibe, offering excellent coffee with unpretentious chic in its trendy Potts Point alley location. The cafe’s limited space is cleverly utilized, with a shoebox kitchen producing inventive breakfast options and a changing mural adorning the wall, showcasing the work of local designers. The cafe fosters a strong sense of community, where regulars are welcomed by name, and personalized service adds to the charm of the experience.