Tempus Katoomba

The whole experience was amazing. I loved every dish and each of the beers that I tried, and a few of the cocktails. Highlights from menu were the duck manti, the lamb and the margarita. Plenty of gluten free options on the main menu too. They have locally sourced ingredients and they staff are really knowledgeable about the provenance of the food and beverages.

Terrific service in a cafe style room, with meals that I'd describe as consistently good. The meals are conceived to deliver a detour from the menus you've experienced. For the most part, it all goes quite well. Standouts? No standouts. We left happy, and can recommend it for quality with great service.

Katoomba is my go-to escape when I need a break from the city buzz, and Tempus has been on my breakfast list for ages. Luckily, my weekday trip aligned with the stars and I finally snagged a seat. The vibe is exactly what you want at a mountain café: lively, warm, and humming with locals and travellers easing into their day. The staff are friendly and genuinely attentive, and the interiors strike that perfect balance between simple and inviting. The coffee is solid — nothing groundbreaking by Aussie standards, but it hits the spot. The standout? Tempus Hash brown. That salmon and horseradish cream combo is exactly the punchy, satisfying start my morning deserves. Highly recommend when you’re in this side of Sydney.

Food was fantastic, especially the vegetarian options. We loved the zucchini and pea fritter and the Middle Eastern bowl - it was sold out the first time we visited around noon, so yes, we went back a second time to try it. The children enjoyed the kimchi toastie. Portions were just right for one person. Coffee quality varied across our two visits, but the service was consistently great. They seated us promptly even during a busy lunch period, and we noticed a queue forming while we were dining. The décor and washrooms are also well done, which adds to the overall appeal of the place.

Dined at Tempus earlier this evening (Jan 11, 2026) and it was superb. I’d give everything a 9 out of 5 if possible because I cannot overstate how delicious the food was nor how attentive and competent the service. Drinks mixed perfectly and suggestions offered by the staff for foods were spot on. I’d like to add more pics to the review but I was busy eating. Recommendations - order everything. I loved it.

This is a great little central cafe. The coffee was very smooth tasting decently priced. I also got the Reuben toasty and that was delicious very well balanced mostly inside seating but there is a small amount of outside seating service was also simple and nice.

Quite expensive. Nonetheless the food is good (especially the duck breast) The waitress was patient and helpful. The only thing we wouldn't get again is the Zuchinni chili crisp.

We had a work function here and every single item was above reproach. Just Devine food, service and atmosphere. The staff were so incredible at optimising drinks and food to our palate, at times making bespoke cocktails. It took a while for cabs to come at the end and the staff couldn’t have been more hospitable and helpful. One of the best dining experiences of my life.