Lewisham is one of the more easy-going, neighbourly suburbs in the Inner West. While it may not have the same hospitality heat of nearby Newtown or Marrickville, it does have Cafe Lewi.
Opened in late 2025, Cafe Lewi is owned by two former Rockpool chefs (among other notable venues).
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The cafe fits right into the leafy, modest street by the train station in an old corner store, but inside brings a new, exciting flavour to Lewisham. Classic French omelettes, the most gorgeous sweets display, including a layered ‘Mr Pistachio’ cake that’s making the rounds on social media, and a Caesar Salad that is really as good as it gets.
Since they’re spending more time than ever in the Inner West, we asked what other nearby venues they’re drawn to again and again.
The Lewi team helping us put together this guide to Lewisham:
John Laureti and Isabella Leva Laureti - owners of Cafe Lewi.
What's your go-to when you knock off?
The White Cockatoo in Petersham its a quick 5-minute walk from us.
Where are you eating on a day/night off?
Postino Osteria to sit on the terrace for a plate of pasta with a glass of wine for John and a dirty martini for Issie.
It's staff party time... where would you take the whole team?
Hung Cheung in Marrickville for yum cha.
You have a 15 minute lunch break... where are you grabbing a quick bite?
Gotta kill time... where are you going window shopping?
King Street for Issie to see what's new at Alpha 60.
Cafe Lewi use Worktones Denim Mo Aprons with custom embroidery.
