Caffe Elite

You'll spot the queue before you see the sign – that's how you know you've found Bancroft's best-kept breakfast secret. This compact Italian-run cafe has that perfect balance of efficiency and warmth that makes regulars feel like family while newcomers immediately understand the fuss. The coffee is properly strong, the kind that actually wakes you up rather than just warming your hands. Fresh pastries arrive daily, and the cooked breakfast menu changes based on what's good that morning. Weekend brunch service can get hectic, but the staff handle the chaos with impressive grace. It's the sort of place where you'll find yourself becoming a regular without really meaning to.