Acclaimed roastery Ona re-opened its flagship store on Marrickville’s Smith Street this year, and it could change how you think about coffee. The leather-bound coffee menu reads like a wine list, divided into milk blends, espresso, filter and mocktails (ever tried a coffee inspired by a Pina Colada?). But for all its coffee bar seriousness, Ona is just a damn good neighbourhood cafe, with a lush courtyard and staff who will cuddle your dog, help you order and serve memorable border-crossing brunch dishes such tteokbokki French toast and smoked salmon ochazuke.

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