The Local Press Lilyfield Menu

Price Range $20–40

Welcome to The Local Press Lilyfield, your go-to cafe situated in the charming suburb of Lilyfield, at 19/331 Balmain Rd. This vibrant eatery is a local favorite, known for its wide-ranging menu that caters to diverse tastes and dietary preferences, including gluten-free and vegan options.

  • Coffee & Hot Drinks: Indulge in perfectly crafted coffees like the silky Flat White or the robust Macchiato.
  • Cold Drinks: Beat the heat with refreshing choices such as their Vietnamese Iced Coffee or delicious smoothies.
  • Breakfast Offerings: Savor delectable dishes from the Bacon and Egg Roll to a scrumptious Breakfast Burrito, each made with quality ingredients.

Not only does the cafe provide a cozy atmosphere, but the friendly staff and inviting outdoor seating make it a perfect spot for families and friends. Don’t miss the opportunity to relish the Local Press Stack — a standout dish that has won over many food enthusiasts!

Coffee / Hot Drinks

  • Piccolo

    a baby latte as the Italian pronunciation suggests.

  • Macchiato

    a single shot of espresso with a small amount of steamed milk

  • Flat White

    Steamed milk with small, fine bubbles and a glossy or velvety consistency poured over a shot of espresso

  • Latte

    a drink made by adding perfectly steamed milk to a shot of espresso served in a glass

  • Cappuccino

    Silky frothed milk poured over a shot of espresso, topped with a touch of chocolate.

  • Mocha

    Mocha, in its most basic formulation, can also be referred to as hot chocolate with a shot of espresso added to it.

  • Hot Chocolate

    Mork 50% Pure Cocoa.

  • Organic Chai
  • Espresso

    All black coffee using seasonal single origins, rotated weekly. ask staff or check out or boards for info.

  • Long Black

    All black coffee using seasonal single origins, rotated weekly. ask staff or check out or boards for info.

  • Babycino

    Hot, frothy milk

    A$2.50
  • Chamomile
  • Lemon Grass & Ginger Tea
  • Peppermint Tea
  • Green Tea
  • Earl Grey
  • English Breakfast
  • Dirty Chai

    coffee/tea

Cold Drinks

  • Fresh Juice
  • Vietnamese Iced Coffee

    Double shot, condensed milk & ice.

  • Milkshake

    chocolate / caramel / strawberry / vanilla

  • Iced Long Black
  • Iced Mocha
    A$7.00
  • Iced Chocolate
    A$7.00
  • Iced Chai
    A$7.00
  • Banana Peanut Butter Smoothie
    A$12.00
  • Blueberry Acai Smoothie
    A$12.00

Drinks

  • Coke

    375 ml can

  • Diet Coke

    300 ml or 600ml bottle

  • Coke No Sugar

    300 ml or 600ml bottle

  • San Pellegrino

    250ml or 750ml bottle

  • Still Water
    A$4.00

Food (until 2:00 PM)

  • Sourdough
  • Bacon And Egg Roll

    Bacon, soft fried egg, rocket, homemade chipotle bbq sauce

  • Veggie Brekky Bun

    Haloumi, soft fried egg, rocket, avocado, homemade chilli jam, bush dukkah, dill aioli

  • Breakfast Wrap

    Rocket, bacon, scrambled eggs, bbq sauce

  • Breakfast Burrito

    Egg roulade, maffra cheese, beans, rice, tomato guacamole (V, V+) (Choice of beef brisket, bacon, mushroom)

  • House Baked Granola

    Nuts, seeds, raisins, goji berries, homemade yoghurt & fruit (DF) paleo

    A$20.00
  • Grilled Chicken Wrap

    Mix lettuce, aioli, grilled chicken, avocado, Swiss cheese.

    A$18.00
  • Haloumi Sandwich

    Haloumi, rocket, avocado, roast vegetable homemade chilli jam

    A$18.00
  • Acai Bowl

    Acai, house baked granola with fruit (DF)

    A$19.00
  • Avocado Crush

    Cherry tomato, goat cheese, rocket, crushed avocado, balsamic glaze with sourdough

  • Chicken Schnitzel Burger

    Lettuce, tomato, cheese, aioli with fries

    A$26.00
  • Chilli Garlic Mushroom

    Poached eggs, mushrooms, garlic, chilli with extra virgin olive oil on sourdough

    A$22.00
  • Classic Cheeseburger

    Caramelized onion, cheese, lettuce tomato, chipotle mayo with fries

    A$26.00
  • Egg On Toast

    Poached eggs, scrambled eggs or fried eggs

    A$16.00
  • Fruit Toast
    A$12.00
  • Grilled Chicken Sandwich

    Grilled chicken, rocket, avocado fresh tomato, swiss cheese, aioli

    A$18.00
  • Louisiana Chicken Burger

    Southern fried chicken, American cheddar, coleslaw, chilli aioli, fries

    A$25.00
  • Omelette

    Cherry tomato, baby spinach, mushroom, chilli with sourdough

    A$23.00
  • Pancake

    Maple syrup with ice cream / Blueberry compote with ice cream / Nutella with ice cream

  • Spicy Chicken Wrap

    Mix leaf,quinoa, feta cheese,peri-peri sauce. With chips or salad

  • Spicy Crispy Chicken Salad

    Spicy crispy chicken, rocket, red cabbage, cherry tomatoes, roast pumpkin, chilli lime dressing

    A$25.00
  • Spicy Grilled Chicken Wrap
  • The Local Press Stack

    Haloumi, poached eggs, avocado, grilled tomato with sourdough

    A$20.00

Pastries

  • Banana Bread
  • Fresh Croissants
    A$8.00
  • Homemade Brownies
  • Homemade Muffin
    A$7.59

Savory

  • Ham Cheese Croissant
  • Ham Cheese Toastie