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The Grounds Coffee Factory, Eveleigh, AU-NSW

The Grounds Coffee Factory

4.4
4.4
144 Reviews
$A40 and under
Australian

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2 people
22:30
Booked 37 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for brunch
  • Lively
  • Innovative
A story 10 years in the making, The Roastery is an experiential café unlike any other, a love letter to coffee and the memorable moments it creates. Housed within the historic Locomotive Workshops of South Eveleigh, The Roastery pays homage to its industrial past while providing an unforgettable experience for coffee lovers everywhere, letting you enjoy your brew amongst the very machinery that makes it possible.

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Experiences

  • The Factory Tour

    A$20.00 per person

    Prepaid

    1 Mar 2025 only
    Multiple times
    Curious about what makes our roastery tick? Join an expert tour to uncover the rich history of our building, delve into the intricacies of the roasting process, and discover how beans are transformed into the perfect brew. What's Included? - Follow coffee's journey through our high-tech feeder and chainvey system, from green beans to your cup. - Learn about our coffee storage, delve into single origin coffees, and see the entire production process in action. - Explore our roastery and see how each piece of machinery contributes to creating the perfect brew. - Visit our cupping rooms, uncover the art of cupping, and learn how these spaces help refine our coffee.
    The Factory Tour photo
  • Breakfast Set Menu

    A$40.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Kickstart your day with our set breakfast menu, created for 10+ people! * Sip a cup of tea or coffee. * Enjoy a selection of freshly baked pastries. * Select your choice of main: - Avocado toast with heirloom tomatoes, avocado & stracciatella with lemon oil & chilli flakes. - Leg ham & three cheese bechamel croissant with poached eggs, spinach & hollandaise. - Chilli eggs with braised eggplant, strained yoghurt, roasted tomatoes, chilli oil, mint & dill. - Cured salmon on sesame bagel, soft boiled egg, cream cheese, dill, pickles red onion, lettuce slaw & capers. T&Cs: - 2-hour sitting per table. - Group menu applies to all guests aged 16+ years. - Menu is subject to change without notice. Need help? Call us on (02) 9699 2225.
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  • Lunch Group Menu

    A$40.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Dive into our set lunch menu, created for 10+ people! * Select your choice of main: - Chopped salad with house smoked salmon, avocado, celery, cucumber, radishes, dill, capers, basil, aioli and baguette toasts. - Strossapreti pasta with cherry tomato passata, basil pesto and stracciatella - Half chicken with tarragon cream, leeks and baby potatoes. - Beef and cheese burger with salad, burger sauce relish and fries. * Sides to share: - Gem salad, radish, goats cheese and hazelnuts. - Tomatoes, onions and red wine vinegar. - Roast sugarloaf cabbage, ricotta raisins and pinenuts. T&Cs - 2-hour sitting per table. - Applies to all guests aged 16+ years. - Menu is subject to change without notice. Need help? Call us on (02) 9699 2225.
    Lunch Group Menu photo

What 144 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Sydney

    Great for brunch

  • Sydney

    Innovative

  • Sydney

    Most Booked

  • Inner West

    Best Ambience

  • Inner West

    Great for brunch

  • Inner West

    Child-friendly

  • Inner West

    Innovative

  • Inner West

    Hot spot

  • Inner West

    Lively

  • Inner West

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Grounds Coffee Factory is a lively and stylish venue known for its "amazing ambience" and "delicious coffee." Guests enjoy the "fantastic atmosphere" and "beautiful decor," complemented by attentive staff. The venue offers a unique coffee experience, including a "fun coffee tour," but occasionally faces service delays during peak times.

144 Reviews
  1. Vaughan

    Sydney

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Next time they should try and keep their seats clean then it will be a 5 Stars from me and I like the coffee conveyer pipe where it transport through to the factory where the coffee is processed.

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  2. Michelle

    Sydney

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing place!! From the minute you arrive, your waiter/waitress service and meals are absolutely outstanding. Loved the stylish decor and hearing/ watching the coffee beans above. Nice to walk around the buildings and absorb it’s history. A definite must to visit!!

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  3. Smriti

    Sydney

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Whatever we order was good but I would still prefer the Vodka pasta to be back on the menu. I had gone specially for that. Love the drinks there!! Chicken burger was awesome.

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  4. Bassam

    Sydney

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was amazing. Food was delicious and the coffee was next level. Highly recommended.

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  5. Tanya

    Sydney

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Food options and quality was great but food order came out wrong and we were charged incorrectly however upon letting the waiter know this was changed very quickly at time of payment. Atmosphere and watching the coffee bean operations was very fun and interesting. what a great set up. definitely recommend making a booking
    The Grounds Coffee FactoryResponded 6 days ago
    Dear Tanya, Thank you for sharing your experience! We're glad you enjoyed the food options, quality, and the unique atmosphere of watching the coffee bean operations. We apologize for the initial mix-up with your order and bill but are pleased to hear it was resolved promptly. Your recommendation to make a booking is appreciated, and we hope to welcome you back again soon! - Nagi (The Grounds)

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Sydney

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This eatery is popular for a reason. Consistently high level food and service, generous portions and lovely staff. Special shout out to our lovely server Eva, what a gem!
    The Grounds Coffee FactoryResponded on 6 February 2025
    Hi there, Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the food, service, and generous portions. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to Eva—she truly is a gem! We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. - Nagi (The Grounds)

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  7. Emma

    Sydney

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious, decor is fabulous and great service. I would definitely recommend.
    The Grounds Coffee FactoryResponded 6 days ago
    Dear Emma, Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed the food, decor, and service. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back again soon! - Nagi (The Grounds)

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  8. Eva

    Sydney

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    We asked for the pastry cart, never came. Requested the bill, waited 20 minutes for it to arrive. Food was ok
    The Grounds Coffee FactoryResponded on 3 February 2025
    Dear Eva, Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry to hear that your experience fell short of expectations, particularly with the delays in service. Your comments about the pastry cart and the wait for the bill have been noted, and we’ll address these issues with our team to improve efficiency. We appreciate your honest input and hope we can provide a smoother experience next time. - Nagi (The Grounds)

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  9. Maegan

    Sydney

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 31 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our experience was nothing short of amazing. I could not fault the service, the food, the staff, the environment. Everything was incredible. The food was soooooo good and the coffee was amazing I had to have 2. I want to come back every week it was just amazing
    The Grounds Coffee FactoryResponded on 3 February 2025
    Dear Maegan, Thank you for such an amazing review! We’re thrilled to hear you loved every aspect of your visit, from the food and coffee to the service and atmosphere. It’s wonderful to know you enjoyed it so much you’re already planning weekly visits—we can’t wait to welcome you back! - Nagi (The Grounds)

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  10. Kim

    Sydney

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 31 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I just love the ambience of the venue. Food was amazing. Great vibe. Aways enjoy your venues.
    The Grounds Coffee FactoryResponded on 3 February 2025
    Dear Kim, Thank you for your lovely feedback! We’re so glad you enjoyed the ambiance, food, and vibe of our venue. It’s wonderful to hear you always have a great time at our locations—we truly appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you again! - Nagi (The Grounds)

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FAQs

The Grounds Coffee Factory is rated 4.4 stars by 144 OpenTable diners.

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Make a booking

2 people
22:30
Booked 37 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Grounds Coffee Factory

Bay 4/2 Locomotive Street, Eveleigh, AU-NSW 2015

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Eveleigh
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sun 07:30–16:00
  • Price
    $A40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Australian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
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