Cafe Oratnek - Redfern

Sometimes going Simple can be a good thing. I usually have the tendency of picking odd dishes or meals that have that “Je ne sais pas”..... catchy something about them. This time I decided to get their: Two Poached Eggs, Organic Sourdough, House-made spicy mango...Chutney. *The hero of this simple dish was the Spicy Mango Chutney, hands down. The portion of the Chutney may look small, but it was just the right amount. Because of Sydney’s current unpredictable weather, I went with their Mint cucumber soda. Wow was it refreshing! Let’s not forget the reason why I have breakfast... THE COFFEE. Of course I went with the Flat white, strong and Large cup of coffee. A SPECIAL THANK YOU to the young lady who was soooo friendly and attentive. I didn’t catch her name but she only works 1 or 2 days a week. He service was incredible. She would walk around with a big smile topping up people’s water. She’s certainly a keeper. Thank you again.

Tried their famous sandwiches. The chicken katsu had great quality chicken and batter and Japanese flavours but it had a very thick piece of chicken and had been sliced horizontally across a roll, leaving three pieces that were very difficult to eat. The teriyaki chicken...sandwich was perhaps better, thinner (and very tasty) chicken making it slightly easier to eat (still very messy due to avocado and egg) and with a good combination of ingredients, except that teriyaki did not seem to contribute very much at all to the overall flavour. Both had pretty standard bread but still good sandwiches.

My daughter in law suggested a get together for lunch on Sunday n we were not disappointed ! We had Ben who made us feel welcomed warm friendly personable ! As I work in the area I get my coffee from oratnek n Ben makes...great coffee remembering every ones diary coffee preferences! Oratnek has a diverse menu n our orders came out perfectly n quite substantial portions too! They are well known for thier matcha lamingtons n desserts plus smoothies n teas ! But my compliments are directed to Ben for always being consistent professional hard working n friendly ! Good work cafe oratnek n keep creating cool dishes

This little gem off the main centre of Redfern is great, fabulous coffee, food and service. The menu is great with a unique blend of Japanese and Australian style meals and cakes.

Such a cute, little place that offers an Asian-fusion style breakfast lunch food and really good coffee. Service is lovely and the venue is full of little tables, both indoors and outdoors, ideal for little catch-up and meetings.