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Rustic cafe interior
Coffee beans in a large grinder
Cake and ice cream ready to be taken to a table
Cafe counter with fresh bread and blackboard menus
Passionfruit smoothie
Open kitchen
Fancy hot dog and juice
Front entrance to Penny University

Penny University Cafe

Penny University Cafe

Rustic cafe interior
Coffee beans in a large grinder
Cake and ice cream ready to be taken to a table
Cafe counter with fresh bread and blackboard menus
Passionfruit smoothie
Open kitchen
Fancy hot dog and juice
Front entrance to Penny University

Overview

Penny University is an artisanal cafe in Canberra, born out of a love of coffee discovered in London. They source their beans from local roasters and serve specialist cakes, all made on the premises. Locally sourced bread is freshly baked daily, and you can enjoy all-day breakfast any day of the week.

Penny University is a term that originated from 18th-century coffeehouses in London, England. For the price of a penny, one had access to coffee, the company of people from all levels of society, discussions, bulletins, newspapers, and the latest gossip.

15 Kennedy Street, Kingston, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

TripAdvisor ratingBased on 441 reviews

“Consistently Good”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 5mos ago by 641stanc

We've been going to Penny University for the last 6 years whenever we come to Canberra. The food is consistently good and there are multiple options for a wide number of tastes. We had a family...

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“Overpriced”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 1yr ago by Lisa S

Waited to be seated without being acknowledge. Had to ask to be served. Ordered avo toast for $26 got 1 piece of toast and an egg. Very expensive breakfast.

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“Worst ever. Bad example of Canberra's excellent cafe culture.”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 1yr ago by Robert V

What a load of crock that this place is welcoming. Arrived for an albeit late(?) bfast and every single outdoor table was loaded with dishes from previous diners. No effort to usher my son and i to a...

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Cuisines
  • Bistro/Cafe/Deli
  • Gluten Free Available
  • Vegetarian
Meal Types
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
BYO Licences
  • BYO Available
Restaurant Prices
  • Under $20