Ask Locals in Sydney!

Valueable advice or meet people in Sydney for travel tips, best food recommendations, hidden gems, or social hangouts with locals, guides, and travelers.

Trends in Sydney

#serenity 99+ #Intrigue 99+ #mystery 99+ #Tranquility 99+ #harbour 99+ #secrets 99+ #sydney 99+ #seafood 94 #history 84 #recommendations 72

monica · #caffeine

Finding a decent coffee near the school?

North Sydney Boys’ High School

So, I'm visiting my nephew at North Sydney Boys’ High. The campus is HUGE, seriously sprawling. Spent ages trying to navigate it – felt like I was in a maze! Anyway, after all that running around… more

Reply 2 Share · 4mos

ellypfeil · 4mos

Yeah, navigating that school is a nightmare! Try heading down to Greenwood Plaza. There are a few cafes there, usually pretty reasonable prices and decent coffee. Should be a fairly short walk, depending on exactly where you were on campus. Otherwise, a bit further out but still walkable is the cafes around the Crows Nest area. Might have more variety, but it's a longer trek.

monica · 4mos · OP

Greenwood Plaza sounds perfect, thanks! Shorter walk is definitely preferable. Crows Nest is a bit too far for a quick caffeine fix before class, lol. Appreciate the suggestions!

monica · #Beersnob

Belgian Beer Cafe Mystery

Belgian Beer Cafe

So I'm heading to the Belgian Beer Cafe near the Sydney Opera House next week. I've heard it's amazing, but the online menu is… limited. Does anyone know if they have any really obscure, hard-to-fin… more

Reply 1 Share · 43m

ellypfeil · 41m

Worth a shot calling them directly. Their staff might be more forthcoming about what's on tap than their website. Or, even better, try popping in a day or two early if your schedule allows – you could always grab a quick pint and check the beer list in person. Best of luck with your hunt for that elusive Belgian brew! Let us know what you find!