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Barefoot Coffee Traders

Barefoot Coffee Traders is a snug, buzzy corner of Manly serving specialty coffee and authentic Belgian waffles from 5:30am daily.

Belgian chocolate waffle and iced latte on a timber table in morning sun
Flat white with latte art beside a bag of Thunderbird espresso beans

The 5:30 Ritual

The machine is dialed in before first light. Flat whites, long blacks and cold brew for the early surf crowd — Thunderbird espresso, plum sweetness, caramel, dark chocolate.

Belgian waffle covered in melted Belgian chocolate with ice cream

Belgian Craft

Authentic Belgian waffles, crisp outside and soft inside, made to order and served all day — with Belgian chocolate, salted caramel, or both.

Barista working behind the counter beneath the menu board

Coastal Ease

Timber benches, open windows and sea air. A snug spot to retreat from the buzz of Manly — dine in, or grab a takeaway on the walk to the beach.

The Super Dave — paleo toast with avocado, tomato, goat cheese and fried eggsLong black coffee and passionfruit cheesecake on a timber tableTakeaway flat white and a toastie on a picnic table