Opening hours
| Monday | 6 am – 3:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am – 3:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am – 3:30 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am – 3:30 pm |
| Friday | 6 am – 3:30 pm |
| Saturday | 6:30 am – 2:30 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am – 1:30 pm |
Times shown in local time (Sydney). Public holiday hours may differ.
- Address19/331 Balmain Road, Lilyfield NSW 2040
- Phone(02) 9818 1255
- CuisineCafés & Brunch
19/331 Balmain Road, Lilyfield NSW 2040 · 4.4 km from Sydney centre
Popular times
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At a glance
- TypeCafé
- CuisineCafés & Brunch
- AreaLilyfield, Sydney
- StateNew South Wales
- HoursOpen 7 days, from early morning
About The Local Press
The Local Press is a cafés & brunch café in Lilyfield, New South Wales. You'll find it at 19/331 Balmain Road, Lilyfield NSW 2040, roughly 4.4 km from the Sydney city centre.
Australia's café culture is world-famous: expertly made flat whites, all-day brunch, smashed avo and house-baked treats. Cafés are usually busiest on weekend mornings and many close by mid-afternoon.
The Local Press is open 7 days, from early morning; the venue offers dine-in, outdoor seating.
Planning a night out in Lilyfield? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Friendly Cafe and Pane E Cipolla.
Amenities & services
- 🍽️Dine-in
- ☀️Outdoor seating
What to order
Signature cafés & brunch dishes to look out for.
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Closest restaurants to The Local Press
The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.
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Friendly Cafe ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Lilyfield20 mSE · 1 min walk
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2
Pane E Cipolla ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Lilyfield40 mE · 1 min walk
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3
Lilyfield Pizzeria Rosticceria 🍕 Pizza · 2/1-5 Orange Grove Plaza, Lilyfield40 mE · 1 min walk
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4
Orange Grove Hotel 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · 311 Balmain Road, Lilyfield70 mS · 1 min walk
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5
Blue Ribbon Bistro 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · 88-92 Piper Street, Lilyfield550 mS · 7 min walk
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6
Grappa Ristorante e Bar 🍝 Italian · Lilyfield570 mSW · 7 min walk -
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Brew Ha Ha ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Lilyfield690 mSE · 8 min walk
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8
Malaysia Small Chili Restaurant 🌶️ Malaysian & Indonesian · Darling Street, Lilyfield760 mNE · 9 min walk
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9
The Garry Owen Hotel 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · Rozelle870 mNE · 10 min walk
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10
Grumpy Bean Cafe ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 2A Hubert Street, Leichhardt920 mSW · 11 min walk
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Eating out in Lilyfield
Lilyfield is home to 9 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Sydney area with 5,266 venues. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, pubs & bistros, italian restaurants. Within 25 km of The Local Press there are 7,734 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.
Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Leichhardt (1.2 km), Annandale (1.5 km), Rozelle (1.5 km), Rodd Point (1.7 km).
Cuisine mix in Lilyfield
Frequently asked questions
Where is The Local Press located?
The Local Press is located at 19/331 Balmain Road, Lilyfield NSW 2040. It is about 4.4 km from the centre of Sydney. Tap the map on this page to start turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
What are the opening hours of The Local Press?
The Local Press is open 7 days, from early morning. Today's hours are highlighted in the opening hours table above, which shows whether it is open right now (Australia/Sydney time). Hours can change on public holidays, so it is worth confirming before you visit.
What kind of food does The Local Press serve?
The Local Press serves Cafés & Brunch cuisine. Browse our cafés & brunch menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.
How can I contact The Local Press?
You can reach The Local Press by phone on (02) 9818 1255.
What is the closest restaurant to The Local Press?
The closest venue is Friendly Cafe, about 20 m to the south-east (1 min walk). Other close options include Pane E Cipolla (40 m), Lilyfield Pizzeria Rosticceria (40 m), Orange Grove Hotel (70 m).
What are some recommended places to eat near The Local Press?
Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Thai Pothong (Thai, 3.3 km), Angelo's Cabarita (Italian, 4.4 km), Zia Pina Pizzeria (International, 4.7 km).
Where else can I find cafés & brunch food near Lilyfield?
Other cafés & brunch venues close by include The Cupcake Room (1.0 km), Dirty Red (1.1 km), Revolver Cafe (1.2 km).
How many restaurants are there in Lilyfield?
Our guide lists 9 places to eat in Lilyfield, most commonly cafés & brunch (4), pubs & bistros (2), italian restaurants (1). Within 25 km there are 7,734 venues in total.