Circa Espresso

Absolutely loved CIRCA Espresso at Parramatta! The service was outstanding — friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. The food and drinks were amazing, especially the chilli scrambled eggs, which were perfectly cooked with just the right kick of spice. Highly recommend the Mont Blanc cold brew — smooth, rich, and very well balanced. The fresh juice was refreshing and tasted super fresh. Great recommendations from the staff, a beautiful atmosphere, and an overall fantastic experience. Will definitely be back!

Loved coming to Circa espresso Parramatta, have now dined in a couple times and I would say it’s my favourite brunch to go to in this area, Had the Ottoman Eggs, and another occasion had the baked eggs with sujuk both dishes were absolutely delicious, what a great combination for each dish I really enjoyed it, the flavours worked so well. The atmosphere was very relaxing. The coffee is amazing nice and smooth. One of the waitress girls was so lovely she was very friendly and very accommodating. Her name Is Rachel she needs to be recognised for her outstanding hospitality skills. We need more hospitality people like her, in saying that all the staff here were great. Overall this cafe is a must visit as there will be no disappointment.

It was a Sunday morning and we hadn’t booked. Did realise that we needed to. Big mistake. This place is popular. We waited about ten or fifteen minutes and then got seated on the front patio. It was lovely. For brunch we had the avocado dish which was delicious.. Had to ask for the poached egg as an add on. I reckon this is a “must visit” place.

Been dining at Circa for years. The quality of the food and coffee have been consistently great over that time. Today I had the chicken salad with an iced dark chocolate chai latte. Sat outside in the patio on a nice sunny day. Very nice salad for a summer’s day. The drink was refreshing and a good pairing with the salad.

Circa Espresso has a really nice vibe. Really warm, inviting, and full of character. The staff are all lovely and very accommodating, especially when I asked to add avocado and eggs to my dish. I ordered the baked eggs with beef sujuk, which had great flavour overall, but unfortunately came out cold, so I’d rate it a 4/5. The muhammara and dukkah were nice but could’ve used a bit more flavour. The coffee was good but also came out a little cold, which was a shame. I also tried the chia pudding, it was okay, nothing special. Still, the service and atmosphere made up for it. Definitely a cool spot worth visiting, just hope the food’s hotter next time!

I ordered Ottoman eggs and it was awesome. I've never had aubergine like this before. The fried aubergine had a rich, brown butter flavour! I'll definitely recommend trying it. Also, I spilled some water on the table, and one of the staff members took care of it before I even had to ask. I'm afraid I didn't catch his name but I really appreciated that!

There's always wait, but always worth it. Great coffee, great food. Too bad they don't split bills...I always wonder why some restaurants do it so easily and others can't at all? Regardless, will go back again and again. The Ottoman eggs are a fave!

Been here 3 times and I really enjoy my food each time. You can really see and taste they use good quality ingredients to each dish. Definitely my new favourite cafe.

Visiting Australia and I could see this becoming a locomotive go-to if I lived nearby. They worked with my order (Iced Oatmilk latte stirred with honey) and were very accommodating. Friendly baristas, smiles as I walked up. You need to walk through the barista station to get to the dining area but it made it pretty intimate. Small dining area but very cool "Indie" type vibe. My coffee was good and the people were cool. The only thing I would like to see would be a bit more signage out front. It was a bit hard to locate but when you need your daily coffee fix, you're gonna do whatever it takes. Lol. The parking garage was packed but that's not the coffee shops fault. I would say check them out if you're in the area for sure.

Nice vibe and friendly staff. Choose to sit outdoors if the weather is good. Never had the food here to be honest however the coffee is always great!

The food is absolutely AMAZING, service is irreproachable and the ambiance is lovely with their little tables on the veranda or on the walking path. I discovered this little gem in Parra by chance, and I will go back for more.

Been here a few times and the food is innovative, tasty and so lovely to look at! Service has been reasonable too. Attentive and that's usually all you want right? Friendly and attentive with an ambiance that feels warm and a place where you can sit to catch up with friends!

This place is phenomenal and if it wasn't already so popular I might keep it to myself. I went ages ago for brekkie on a cold but sunny winter's day. The blankets were a must but sitting in the sun was so nice! Very cozy for my date. Order anything. It's all good. Especially all the coffees and hot drinks. And food. Ok, everything.

This is a place that's a place in the last place you'd look... riiiiiggghhht?! Totes. So you should go there. They do a mean breakfast. Good coffee. The outside is like a terrace house with the bottom half ripped open, with inviting interior and coffee grinding in the background. My feet took me in here before I even realised what was happening. Don't be confused by the lack of seats out the front, even though there is about 4 tables draiped along the footpath and through the terrace next door's balconies... once you walk past the kitchen in the middle of the cafe, there's more seating out the back! Long seating, booths & tables. You also come out this way to go to the bathroom. Which I was delighted by when I visited because of the painting and wonderful design. Which more than makes up for the fact that it's in a garage sort of thing. Either way, both my dining partner and I enjoyed our meals so much that we've decided this is at least a twice a month breakfast on weekend affair.

Passed by this cafe on the first day as I landed in Sydney. Unfortunately the first time I dropped by it was almost time for them to close (after 3pm). Yes, I saw the reviews and have bookmarked it for awhile too. Came here after work on a Thursday evening. Plenty of other customers at the time I was there but managed to grab a seat on the balcony overlooking the passing cars and I was enjoying the scenery (blue skies, green plants, high rise building, etc). So seating wise, there is a few indoors, balcony or side street seatings - depending on how many of people in your group. Ordered grapefruit juice first and the famous Ottoman Eggs. The words "freshly squeezed" attracted to me first. It was pretty sour as it was grapefruit on its own. Orange juice might be a better refreshing option. After finishing the cup of grapefruit juice, I went on to order the famous Egyptian tea. (I'm not a coffee person so I have no comments on how the different flavored coffees taste like). Egyptian tea was definitely refreshing. I was not too keen on the rosebuds as a mix but they managed to spin the taste around. Not too sweet either. Ottoman eggs - need not go much about it as other Yelpers have been recommending it (through different pictures or reviews). Couldn't describe how tasty, flavorful this particular dish was. I am a fan of poached eggs and it definitely hit the craving spot in me. Overall, even though the price is a little steep here but it is definitely worth an investment for unique flavors of dishes the cooks have created. Ottoman eggs and Egyptian tea are must-tries here :)

Have been here now about 3 times and yes it's been amazing all those times! Located opposite the train station on Wentworth St. You will not see a sign but you can spot the outdoor seating and the colourful graffiti art wall! There were a few seats outside or indoors, i tend to go inside as it is more cosy, plus you get to enjoy the wall artwork and books they have scattered around. Everything on the menu sounds delicious. I have already tried the baked eggs, omlette and egg and bacon sandwich. All thats left to try is the ottomon eggs! :P Staff are always friendly and attentive. Coffee is great, however, will have to trial out their African hot chocolate next time as it looks delicious! Tables tend to fill up fast so try to get there early if its on the weekend!

It was great to stumble across a place like Circa out west. They have all the traits of your typical indie cafe without the pretentiousness, whether it's from staff or fellow customers. The coffee is a nice creamy blend, and the sparkling water is definitely a nice touch. I would highly recommend the ottoman eggs and the soft boiled eggs with avocado toast. I also saw the French toast being taken out from the kitchen - that's next on my hit list. Review update: I hit the French toast - it's as good as it looks!

From the eclectic decor to the passionate staff, everything about Circa Espresso is as balanced and flavorful as the coffee they serve. Whilst there are many cafes that master great coffee and serve imaginative meals, few manage to ever become more than the sum total of their parts. The welcoming vibes of the staff spill out over the sidewalk along with the chairs and tables that litter the entrance. The hosts exude a genuinely welcoming air, beyond great customer service and pan-America smiles into a territory usually reserved for the most loyal of regulars at other businesses. Recommendations and discussions about the food and beverages available come easily to the staff who are not only passionate about people but also about food. I was recommended the ottoman eggs and wasn't disappointed. The meal was imaginative and flavorful, mixing taste with texture in a way that was bold and well presented whilst still being as comforting and filling as breakfast should be. The only thing that managed to pull me away from my meal was a delightfully cheerful offer for more of their delicious sourdough toast The care and precision with which the food was prepared was only matched by the dedication they showed to the coffee they served. Watching the baristas carefully measuring out the grinds and milk - using scales for gram accuracy no less - conjures up the image of an artful alchemist, passionately preparing something warm and invigorating. The staff's concern for their patrons overflowed into this process as I overheard them quietly discussing adjusting the temperature of the coffee to match the cold parramatta morning. Having been made feel like a regular already I can't help but feel I will become one from now on.

If you're looking for a taste of Newtown or surry hills out west then you have to pay a visit to this little cafe, it has a great variety for all eaters and each dish looks better than the other. I ordered a soy chai tea and a banana bread with a peanut butter sauce, (I died a little inside when I read peanut butter) I'm definitely coming back here!!

Coming from Hawaii, I always believed we had incredible service, food, culture, taste, etc. This.... PRIZEWINNING boutique restaraunt was beyond anything I've experienced. Our server angelina, was just amazing and truly made the Sydney experience soooo much greater. She was there in a jiffy if my friend and I needed something. The wait was never long for anything Bc she was so attentive. The food, was... Truly something else. It looked so delicately beautified, I was too scared to eat it and mess it up. Not only was the appearance grand, but the taste, was out of this world. Not to mention the banana bread, & lilikoi jam!!!! Truly something else! If only there were more stars. Thankyou to this beautiful place, who's customer service is unbeatable

This is one of my favourite cafe, food and service are excellent. Friendly and mood of cafe is very relaxing, perfect place to catch up with friends and family.

4/5 Parramatta has too few great cafes and great is only the beginning to say about Circa. Came out on a limb and left with all in the air. Very enjoyable. I always come for the coffee. Always! This quiet little place purely delivered on this 3 times. I just had to stay for a feed. Baked Eggs & Ottoman Eggs were chosen and both demolished to the point of asking an extra piece of bread to clean the plates ;) A cafe with a limited menu but seasonal changing can be both a good and bad thing. Circa is certainly the good bring as much flavour to their bites as there drink. I have to keep coming back before they change their menu again! All mouth watering. It's coffee talk time. A cappuccino and 2 double espressos tells that I enjoyed it. The menu is quite extensive explanation (YES) but more knowledgable staff. They know what their doing for sure...with a smile. All coffee "made with double ristretto base? YES PLEASE! The vinyl music picks and the indoor outdoor feel of the small base is enough to make me stay. Just wish there was lounges for me to stay all hours of the day. Mark My Words

Best local cafe in Parramatta. If you can't be bothered driving all the way to Surry Hills or Alexandria for a nice lunch, then this is the place to go if you're in the Inner West. Generous portions. The barramundi was nice and crispy and complimented well with the rice salad. Didn't feel oily or over cooked. Perfect! I would definitely come back. Not very good for big groups though as they have limited seats and there's usually long lines especially during lunch hours and weekends.

Amazing little cafe hidden away in a small side street. Now onto the good stuff - food: loved the look of the lamb salad wrap, however, I don't eat breads/wraps so asked if I could just order the filling as a salad, No problem (and they made this into a lunch main size during lunch rush hour - now that is service. Coffee: I order their espresso daily and have not had a bad one to date, they use different beans daily and when they hand you the coffee, they let you know where the beans have come from and what blend it is - Incredible! Jump on their website to have a look at how incredibly funky and edgy this place is. The feeling is just easy. The staff are great to chat with, always upbeat and very friendly. Highly recommend

The coffee is yum, the staff are both friendly and knowledgable. The decor is mishmash and somewhat "hipster" It's packed during prime brunch times and I'm yet to sample from this menu but the food I've seen walk by me looks pretty tasty. Coffee comes with a small shot of sparkling water - a very nice touch.

My new favorite cafe in Parramatta. Within walking distance from Westfield Shopping (if you're driving, recommend parking here instead of paying for the nearby parking structure), it's a hidden gem that's a bit hard to find, but worth the effort. Food is done very well, although a bit on a smaller portion side, but satisfying. Limited seating inside and out. Seating outside is best as long as it's shady or not too sunny. Don't forget the shades. Recommend the soft boiled egg on avo toast, as they don't skimp on the avos. The french toast was also one of the best I've had.

This place is the best!!! The coffee is to die for.. I had this really lush ricotta, fig, cinnamon toast dish and I nearly had a foodgasim.. Hubby had the eggs with chorizo - it comes out in the pan which it was cooked in which is pretty cool! This is probably the coolest cafe in Parra! I felt like a true hipster!! :)

Nice hole in the wall place for lunch. I got the ottoman eggs, it was a bit heavy for my preference but the flavours were delicious. I wish the eggplant was crispier but it seemed to be a bit soggy either from oil or the poached egg on top. The oil was a nice flavour really unique and made the dish taste a lot better. Their coffee is also nice.

It's just on 8 on Saturday morning and the place is filling up! I grabbed a table out on the street. There's not much of a passing parade.... Everybody is coming here! I ordered the Ottoman Eggs. Think poached, think crisp crumbed eggplant, labne, think burnt chilli & sage butter, think YUM. When I'm out for breakfast I like to have something nicer than what I might make at home. This brekkie was a winner!!! I'll need to return to try some of their other treats.

What a wonderful place to enjoy a very delicious breakfast and coffee. Quaint little cafe, with excellent selection of farm to table type dishes, and really delicious serving of good coffee. I ordered the Ottomon Egg dish, and a flat white - the egg dish was simply amazing. Sitting on a bed of leben (thicker yogurt), was a lightly fried slice of eggplant, and on top of that were two eggs perfectly done and on top of that were these thinly sliced potatoes served with a very nice toasty spiced french bread with butter on it. It simply blew my taste buds away. Coffee was spot on, couldn't be any happier with my flat white experience here.

Circa also known as the only hipster Cafe outside of the inner west of Sydney. It's just 2 minutes walk from the Parramatta Station however limited seating does limit the number of customers unless you are ok with a street table. If you do bring your sunnies and sun-block, it's in direct sunlight. OTTOMAN EGGS $17 (Poached free range eggs with crumbed eggplant, garlic labne, burnt chilli & sage served with a sourdough seeded baguette) Quite a unique take on eggs. Poached eggs were slightly overcooked, meaning less yolk porn that there should have been. I'm just a fan of fried eggplant, it brought back memories of that street food back home. However, overall was a well balanced dish, although will not fill you up, very small portion indeed. BACON AND EGG ROLL SPECIAL Probably one of the best bacon and egg roll I've ever had. The bacon strips were flash fried to a soft texture. The x factor was those crispy bacon bits bringing texture, flavour and saltiness to the roll. The rest of the ingredients were faultless. FRENCH TOAST $15 (French toast with poached rhubarb, brulee banana, mascarpone yoghurt, cinnamon and spiced honey syrup) This French toast is quite the opposite to the norm of a square toast topped with ingredients instead the presentation is very refined and not drowning the toast with the garnish. I'm sure the chef made sure that each piece of fruit had a matching piece of toast. That precision is reflected in the cooking as the toast is lightly fried, the inside is still fluffy and could have been served by itself. Conclusion Very professional service, waitors take the orders without writing, constantly scanning the room to refill water, clear plates and update customer on food status. The menu had some quite unique dishes along with foodie cafe favourites. However I would only sit inside, not a fan of their outdoor seating. A local favourite for westies however not worth traveling for but you should check them out if you fancy their menu. @thesydneynoob

Service was good and quite fast. The baked eggs were delicious but there wasn't enough bread to balance out the strong flavours and it was a little pricey ($18). The cafe is intimate but a little too dim for my liking.

The place was too hot and ordered ottoman eggs for brunch this morining i wasn't happy with the choices frm the menu as there wasn't much to choose frm and my order to long time to arrive to me

Cute little cafe near Westfield Parramatta. We were seated in the back room which was a bit too dimly lit but oh well. I was a bit indecisive looking at the menu because everything sounded so good but finally settled for the baked eggs dish which was really yummy. I would definitely come back here :)

The food is wonderful and the coffee deeeeeeeeeelish. You can't go wrong with having breakfast here.

This place gets hell busy, when we arrived we were told there was a 30 minute waiting list but we waited anyway. They did serve us sparkling water during the wait as we baked in the hot hot sun. We ended up in the next door porch outside seating so can't describe what it looks like inside. However the cafe does give off that indie modern vibe you don't often find in Parramatta/western burbs. It's a tiny place though easily missable if you don't know where you're looking for. The menu is limited and you can't do any alterations but it's livable because it's delicious. We ordered the baked eggs and French toast. It was a difficult choice my dining partners couldn't decide because all the selections looked very tasty. I know we'll be back to try the other foods, so no stress. Their coffee options are extensive, so if you're into coffee go nuts. They don't have any soft drinks but you can order juice and hot chocolate galore. May have to arrive earlier next time...

This quiet street of parramatta was given life when Circa was put in. The small cafe makes use of every space is given to create a cosy yet comfortable cafe. Bringing the vibe and quality of a local surry hills cafe to the streets of parramatta. The coffee is fantastic and straight away you can see why it's racked up so many awards over the years. The Brunching options similarly are fantastic (ottoman eggs for the win) and so are all the treats in the window. Be mindful though that the cafe closes fairly early so if you're an afternoon coffee kind of person get in before they close at 3.

It's places like this that strengthen my argument that one does not always have to schlep it into the city or the Inner West to indulge and delight in chic cafe culture. I saw Circa on Yelp and have been meaning to try it for an age! I always go to my old faithfuls while I'm in Parramatta but today I set out in earnest to have brunch at Circa. A few people have said on here that it gets really crowded so I was relieved that there was one table for two left. We sat down and someone promptly took our coffee orders - damn fine carva, damn fine. The menu is limited but from what we sampled what they do, they do well. I had the Ottoman Eggs - which consisted of poached eggs, crumbed eggplant, labna, burnt sage and chilli with a lovely piece of toasted turkish bread on the side. It was simply delicious. I've never tasted nor seen anything like it on a cafe menu. There was a range of tarts and cakes available as well but we were too full to sample them. Circa is really cozy, but not uncomfortably so. The staff are super friendly and enthusiastic. Everything in the cafe seems so open - you have to walk through the kitchen to get to some tables and there are no counters and for me it makes the place seem honest, genuine and above all welcoming. My one criticism would be - MORE SEATS. I will be coming back here so often now and would love to see them expand. It's probably Parramatta's best kept secret.

What a great little spot! I was thrilled that this was my first meal after arriving in Sydney. I almost walked right by it, but found my way in. I was looking for a good expresso drink and was delighted by the excellent food as well. The Ottoman eggs (signature dish) was as good as it looks. The latte and macchiato did not disappoint either!

I was working just around the corner from Circa for a couple of months and went there a lot. A lot. Alas I was "off the coffees" so can't tell you about that. What I can tell you is that they do The Best Lunches Ever. So good I inappropriately capitalised those letters - don't tell my copy editor. Anyway, try everything on the menu because it's all fantastic. Having said that, the ham and gruyere sandwich was my fave. Oh, and the chocolate brownies. Everybody says that xyz had "the best chocolate brownies eva" but these were better than that. For serial.

Parramatta's best coffee. Hands down. The soy latte I ordered was creamy, soft and delicious. I can't understand why a city like Parramatta hasn't already attracted such good - and simple coffee before? Circa is to the standard of any fancy place in Slurry Hills or Newtown, yet served out of a down to earth renovated tool shed. Good work!

Amazing coffee and lovely breakfasts in this smallish cafe. It's feels very Melbourne which I wasn't expecting in Parramatta. Only negative I have is that the door of the back room opens onto a car park which spoils the overall atmosphere a bit. Not too expensive either.

Take all the great things from a inner city cafe (good coffee, food and vibe) and shove it hidden away from the Parra riff-raff in a converted garage and you have a winning combo. I've been here a few times and it's consistently impressive. Their coffee is made by folks who are passionate about their craft. They offered us a cold bottle of aero-press coffee on the house because it was an experiment at the time when they could've easily charged us for it. I love their robust affogato - give it a shot. Their tiny kitchen powered by portable gas stoves pumps out great cafe food with all items less than $10 - How good is that? Easily rivals the best in Surry Hills and a fraction of the cost and without the wanky staff. This place is small so don't bring groups more than 4, but do marvel at how something so good can fit in something that was once dingy.

This place filled my tummy really well and it is a great brunch place. Would definitely come back for more or bring my friends here. Had the Crispy Pork Belly with Homemade Baked Beans (also with Poached Eggs & Baguette). The Baked Beans are not a lie when they say Homemade. Look super delicious, and tasted even better than it looked. The Crispy Pork Belly was good too. Overall the dish was tasty and worth every buck. You have to try it!

Ambience was really quirky and antique. The furniture is very nice. The staff and service was great and the food was delicious.

I wouldn't have known about this place if a friend from Paramatta hadn't said to me "There's this great place I have to try with you". He was right, it was great. It's a very cozy cafe, there isn't much seating, but the vibe is quiet yet trendy. I ordered the baked eggs ($16) and basically fell in love. They were cooked perfectly, with a great amount of spicy sausage and bread to soak up all the sauce. It's not really a place for larger groups to go to, but definitely a great place to visit with a few of your closest to share good food, good coffee and good conversation.

This blew us away. It really was a shot in the dark using the Yelp tool and it just happened to be amazing.Great staff, manager was welcoming and was on top of it the whole time despite the place being packed out. Coffee was great, meals were exceptional and it was much better than many of the inner west cafes it keeps on getting compared to. I can really recommend this cafe if you are out for the day in Parramatta and need a good coffee and meal.

Just re-opening from their renovation, Circa Espresso is an amazing coffee shop on the non-trendy side of Parramatta. Snugly squeezed between a pub and a day spa near Parramatta station, the decor is eclectic; A Mural of Drunken pigeons, fake deer trophy, faux window boxes, all hipsterish cool stuff. The place is only 4 meters wide, so there's a lot of 2-person tables inside, with a few bigger ones out the front on the footpath and a room behind the kitchen with larger tables. Be prepared for noise if you sit near the espresso machine! If you're a coffee lover this is the place to be in Parramatta, there's all sorts of coffee options from your run of the mill flat white up to 6 hour cold filtered single origin craziness. The tea range is also good stuff, don't miss the honey-soaked chai, served in beautiful teapots! Food on weekends is all-day breakfast, the best I've seen so far is the baked eggs, mixed with spices and sujuk sausages. The menu during the week has more lunch-style dishes. If you're after some great coffee you can't go past Circa, I haven't had a better one in Parramatta, and they're up there with the best in Sydney. The great food is just icing on the cake (icing on the coffee?)

Ordered the Baked Eggs and Spiced Chicken Breast, with poached egg on the side, for brunch. Couldn't find any flaws, loved both dishes - flavours were amazing and unique. Service was extremely friendly and professional. Quirky atmosphere, if you could get a sight of the small kitchen/s, you will appreciate the fantastic meals they're bringing out from such a tight space. Prices were average to high for cafe. We will definitely return when we're in Parramatta next time! Yum!

First time here. Nice coffee. Very busy on weekends but good food and vibe. We had a small table outside. Didn't have to wait long. Nice little gem in Parra.

This place can't be that good, right?... Wrong, they are the only thing to top the vibe and the food was how friendly the staff was. We felt absolutely comfortable and we're not even hipsters. *disclaimer - I do have a cool beard.

Great food, great service! We had a seat in the back, and although we were a little closer to other customers than I would like, we had a great meal and enjoyed our time. Will definitely be back to try the other options on the menu!

I really reserve 5 stars for a 5 star experience and Circa has easily achieved that in both food and service. The service is great, the food is good and the coffee was decent. Even the babycino was well presented. Parking structure right next door, it's definitely one to try.

You know, I found this place by checking out Yelp on my way to meet a friend, and now, having been there I'm almost tempted to say it was horrible just to keep it exactly the same, but something this great has to be shared. Great friendly vibe, with even better coffee! The place is narrow, so narrow that I nearly walked right past it...but the coffee, service and prices make up for it super fast. I wish I had been hungry, but I'll find a reason to return. For those of you who work in the area, make this your morning coffee, I would.

Amazing food in a unique cafe. The service was well above average. The food was well worth a trip back again and again.

Overall: Great coffee, great staff, great vibe Price: Excellent value, with most meals under the $10 mark Taste: Best coffee in Parramatta. The food is fresh, simple and tasty Decor: A cool, relaxed vibe. A little bit (dare I say..) inner city mixed with Melbourne

Quirky decor, friendly staff and excellent coffee and food set to a soundtrack of summery hip-hop - Circa is a delightful little oasis tucked away behind Parramatta station. As others have mentioned, it's not ideal for big groups, but if you time your visit you can probably snag a table for four. The baked eggs with sujuk and honey soaked leaf chai are a definite hit with me!