Specialty coffee, legendary açai and all-day brekkie on the corner of Patrick & Robey — a short stroll from the sand. Open 6:30am–2:30pm, every single day.
Three ways to settle in — sun, shade or streetside.
Indoor Seating
Our cosy interior is bright, welcoming, and adorned with our signature whale artwork. Perfect for catching up with mates or settling in with a good book.
The Back Deck
Our private courtyard is sun-drenched and pet-friendly — bring your furry friend along while you enjoy your morning coffee.
Sidewalk Tables
Watch Merewether go by from our street-side seating. It's the quintessential Newcastle cafe experience.
More than just a cafe
Akuna isn't just where Merewether comes for coffee — it's where early-morning surfers, young families and post-yoga crews all end up on the same corner.
Every $150 you spend puts $10 back in your pocket. No app, no soggy stamp card — just your phone number at the till, and it all adds up on its own.
1Pay like normalGive your mobile number at the counter.
2It stacks itselfEvery coffee, bowl and brekkie counts.
3$10 on usLands automatically at $150. Spend it on anything.
AKUNA · REGULARS
$120 / $150
You’re $30 from a free tenner. Dangerous knowledge.
Salt in the air since 2018.
Akuna was born from a passion for nutritious, delicious food in a genuinely welcoming space — and it made us one of Newcastle’s original açai bowl pioneers. Six-plus years on the corner of Patrick & Robey, and we’ve stayed true to what works: fresh, generous, made with actual care.
A short stroll from the sand and The Junction, we’re the pit stop before or after your morning swim, surf or coastal walk — pouring specialty coffee and wholesome eats for this beachside community every single day.
Food connects people. Local sourcing, freshly cooked meals, and a real welcome for everyone — dawn surfers, young families and the post-yoga crew alike.
Est. 2018Corner of Patrick & RobeyA stroll from beach & The Junction
Reviews
Word on the street (and the sand).
4.6★300+ Google reviewsand counting
EElliott SmithGoogle review
★★★★★
Exceptional coffee. As good as it gets and then some. And the food is also top notch! The potato rosti is really nice. Good vego options. A great place in the sun.
AAm WanderingGoogle review
★★★★★
Tried the kiddies size acai so as not to spoil hunger for lunch $12. It was enough and very tasty ❤️ Coffee was awesome.
PPierce WhiteleyGoogle review
★★★★★
The Breaky Burrito here is the perfect balance of texture and flavour. Such a great way to start the day!
BBianca WuGoogle review
★★★★★
LOVED this place. If we were staying in Newcastle long term this would definitely be a regular cafe for us. Açai bowls are a must-try — and the tropical smoothie was such a good start to my morning 👍
JJasmine BurtonGoogle review
★★★★★
Best coffee by far my husband and I have had at this café. Small organic café, healthy foods, friendly staff. Thanks for the lovely breakfast — we have to dine again when we come back to Newcastle.
DDivya SharmaGoogle review
★★★★★
I wish I stayed in Newcastle so I could visit the cafe every day! In love with the incredible dishes — the Tropical Twist smoothie, the halloumi & turmeric cauliflower Buddha bowl… Amazing job guys! ❤️
JJenny PostlethwaiteGoogle review
★★★★★
What a delightful surprise to discover Akuna Cafe. The menu is full of interesting and healthy options — the Vege Toasty and Smoked Salmon Stack we tried were excellent.
CCrystal DGoogle review
★★★★★
Currently my favourite little corner cafe. Food was super delicious with great portion sizes. Not too expensive, great coffee and lots to choose from. Will definitely be coming back.
OOsprey04Google review
★★★★★
Yummy food (breakfast burrito was huge - which was amazing). Yummy drinks too and good chips.
Birthdays, thank-yous, “sorry I ate your leftovers” — an Akuna gift card covers all of it. Sent by email in about a minute, spends like cash at the till.
Wedding-morning fuel, office shouts, birthday brunches, market stalls — if there's a crew to feed, Akuna's got it covered. Flexible menu packages built around the cafe favourites, a friendly team on service, and zero stress left on your plate.
