Best Cafe Near Oatley, Mortdale & Penshurst — Worth Crossing the River For

If you’re in Oatley, Mortdale, Penshurst, or Hurstville Grove and after something better than the usual high-street cafe, Como Marina Bay Cafe is just across the Georges River — and if you’re in Oatley specifically, you can walk there.

Oatley — There’s Actually a Walking Path

This one’s worth knowing: the Oatley to Como walkway runs about 800 metres from Myra Place in Oatley straight to the Como Railway Bridge. If you’re up for a short riverside walk instead of a drive, you can leave the car at home entirely — cross the bridge and you’re at the marina. It’s an easy way to turn a coffee run into a proper outing, especially on a nice morning.

For locals used to the cafes around Oatley Bay, this is a genuine change of scenery: same relaxed, riverside feel, completely different view, and a menu that doesn’t overlap with anywhere you’d usually go.

Hurstville Grove — A Short Trip Across

Hurstville Grove sits just inland from Oatley, on the same side of the Georges River as the rest of the cluster. [INSERT DRIVE TIME] gets you to Como Marina Bay Cafe, making it an easy weekend swap if your usual spot has started to feel routine. The appeal here isn’t convenience — it’s the water. A table looking out over the marina instead of a car park is a different kind of morning.

Mortdale — A Reason to Leave the Usual Strip

Mortdale locals often default to whatever’s closest on a weekday, and that’s fair enough — but for a weekend brunch worth planning around, Como’s waterfront setting is a genuine change of pace from the busier Hurstville strip nearby. Across the river, and you’re trading a shopping-strip view for boats coming in off the marina.

Penshurst — Make It a Proper Outing

A little further out again, Penshurst is the kind of trip that works best as a deliberate outing rather than a five-minute coffee run.Takes you past Oatley and over the river, and once you’re seated with a coffee in hand, it tends to feel worth the extra distance — especially if you’re making a late breakfast or lunch of it rather than squeezing in a quick visit.

What to Order When You Get Here

The menu runs properly all-day, so there’s no rush to arrive before a breakfast cutoff:

• Eggs on toast, done your way — poached, fried, or scrambled, the simple option that’s always right
• Corn and zucchini fritter with poached eggs — a solid middle ground for brunch
• Granola with natural yoghurt, banana, mango purée and honey — if you want something lighter
• Lamb shank or prawn saganaki — once you’re past breakfast hours and want a proper sit-down meal
• Steak sandwich on Turkish bread — a reliable lunch option if you’re making a longer visit of it

Coffee runs from a straight espresso through to matcha, chai, and house smoothies, so it’s an easy stop whether you’re after a quick cup or planning to stay a while.

Planning Your Visit

Como Marina Bay Cafe is open 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM, seven days, at 2A Cremona Rd, Como NSW 2226. Parking near the cafe is straightforward, so there’s no need to circle the block looking for a spot. If you’re coming from Oatley, the walkway is the nicer option on a clear day — otherwise it’s a short drive for all four suburbs.

Weekends tend to be busier, so if you’re bringing a larger group, a quick call ahead on 02 9528 6316 is worth it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a walking path from Oatley to Como Marina Bay Cafe? Yes — the Oatley to Como walkway runs about 800 metres from Myra Place in Oatley to the Como Railway Bridge, putting you within easy walking distance of the cafe.

How far is Como Marina Bay Cafe from Mortdale or Penshurst? It’s a short drive across the Georges River from either suburb — easy enough for a planned weekend brunch rather than a quick weekday stop.

Is parking available near the cafe? Yes, there’s easy parking near the cafe on Cremona Rd.

Do I need a booking? Smaller groups can walk in, but larger groups are best calling ahead, especially on weekends.

Como Marina Bay Cafe 2A Cremona Rd, Como NSW 2226 Open 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 7 days View Our Menus | Make a Reservation