Le Monde – Foveaux Street Surry Hills

When one thinks of food and Surry Hills an image of Crown Street is conjured up. That’s not always the case though with some great dining experiences such as Longrain and now Le Monde which is located at the lower end of Foveaux Street. The cafe is right next to a Gogas petrol station but despite it’s location it is packed to the brim with diners on Saturday morning.
I chose a table outside to enjoy the sunny winter morning.
Le Monde seats about 20 people inside and there’s 3 tables outside that accommodate another 10 patrons. I order a cappuccino and scrambled muffin. My cappuccino is quick to arrive along with my scrambled muffin. Coffee and muffin total $9 which is a bargain for a sit down breakfast. My cappuccino looks pretty neat. A uniquely divided pattern of chocolate and coffee looks very cool. As the powdered chocolate mixes in with the coffee it creates big ‘chocolately’ blobs which are yummy! The coffee is strong but does goes down easily. I love the flavour and no doubt one of the best ways to start the day if you live in the area. Le Monde is serious about their coffee and also serve single origin varieties of coffee to try.
My scrambled muffin is delicious, the egg has been taken off the pan just shy of being fully cooked and allowed to finish cooking on the muffin. The slight hints of basil and Parmesan are just enough to add flavour without it becoming too heavy. Since I am on own today I can’t try Le Monde’s breakfast tasting plate but can’t wait to come back to sample it.
Recommendation : Solid coffee and innovative food options coupled with friendly service are the hallmarks. Good thing Le Monde is off Crown Street otherwise the lines would be long! Check it out!