The Serrated Tussock Cafe

Inside The Serrated Tussock Cafe

The Serrated Tussock Cafe in Braidwood offers more than your typical coffee stop—it blends the charm of a cafe with the warmth of a local restaurant, all underpinned by an inviting atmosphere that draws people in for both casual coffee breaks and hearty lunches.

Located on Wallace Street, this spot has settled into the fabric of Braidwood life as a place where visitors and locals alike can enjoy homemade-style meals alongside a well-curated collection of secondhand books. The presence of the attached bookshop creates a relaxed, low-key environment where customers can browse or settle in with a book, making it ideal for quiet afternoons or slow weekend mornings.

The menu reflects classic comfort food with highlights like rich homemade steak pies served with fresh salad and beer-battered flathead fillets paired with fries, along with warm scones that fit nicely into a lighter snack or coffee accompaniment. This balance makes it a good fit for a variety of appetites, whether you’re after a full meal or something to complement your coffee.

Service here is consistently described as attentive and accommodating, notably for families or individuals with dietary needs, which suggests a welcoming vibe for diverse groups. The decor, featuring original artworks and a cozy interior filled with books, contributes to a homey yet thoughtful atmosphere.

While the seating offers a snug and intimate experience, people who prefer more spacious or upholstered chairs might find the seating a bit less comfortable—something worth noting if you anticipate long, leisurely visits.

Best times to drop by include midday lunches or quiet mid-mornings when you can pair a well-made coffee with some browsing through books or a slow meal enjoyed at a relaxed pace. This spot draws anyone looking for more than just a caffeine fix—those who appreciate a calm atmosphere touched with local character and a sense of community.

Highlights & Local Essentials

Highlights

Serves great coffee

Has great tea selection

Popular for

Popular for breakfast

Popular for lunch

Good for solo dining

Good for working on laptop

What they serve

Serves coffee

Serves healthy options

Quick bite

Best for

Serves breakfast

Serves brunch

Serves lunch

Serves dessert

Has seating

Accessibility

Has wheelchair-accessible car park

Has wheelchair-accessible entrance

Has wheelchair-accessible seating

Parking

Free of charge street parking

Local Moments in Photos

Find It on the Map

Openings Hours

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Monday

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Tuesday

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Wednesday

Closed

Thursday

Closed

Friday

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Saturday

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Sunday

Closed

What Locals & Travelers Say

44 Reviews

Nicole Casben

21 Dec 2025

We popped in to look at the books, and were so taken by the atmosphere that we decided to stay for lunch. So happy that we did. The menu had something on it for everyone and we were all so happy with our meals. This place is an absolute gem and I’m so glad we found it.

Sidne Williams

31 Oct 2025

Such a beautiful, quaint little cafe! Excellent food and the decor was beautiful. The attached second hand book shop is a wonderful idea and the staff were amazing, accomdated my family's dietary needs very well! Would recommend to anyone who is visiting Braidwood!

Sarah Cree

28 Oct 2025

Such a beautiful cafe, long established in Braidwood. Well known for its delicious home cooked meals. Always caring friendly service. Lovely calm atmosphere with wonderful original art works and a secondhand bookshop. A rare gem!!

Coral Brady

16 Oct 2025

Always a lovely meal surrounded by books. A good selection if not large for both food and books. Only complaint is the chairs are not comfortable to sit in if you are a larger person.

Stanley Bayou

10 Oct 2025

Is it a cafe? Is it a library? Well, I've now invented the word, "librafe". Just waiting for the Oxford Dictionary ppl 2 get back 2 me. A very pleasant experience with great customer service. 5⭐

Julie Parsons

28 Sep 2025

Unique..don’t be fooled appearances ..delicious home cooked food & old fissioned service in a delightful town!

Tracey C

21 Sep 2025

What a beautiful little gem of a place. Searched for somewhere for lunch on Google and thought the Tussock would be nice. I couldn’t find it on directions and was almost going to give up when I spied it nestled back on Wallace St. As soon as I walked through the front door I felt the peace, quiet and serenity. Menu was simple but adequate. I had the Camembert and asparagus pie w salad. Lovely crispy pastry, the filling a little under seasoned but that’s probably my taste as I eat too much salt. Nice macchiato. I took a peek in the cake cabinet. Mistake…. I caved and had a vanilla slice with passion fruit icing. Delicious . It’s so nice to find somewhere that has completely homemade food. Chatting with Leah, I discovered the cafe has been opened for 21 ( or was it 24) years. Testament to quality food and customer service. The cafe also has shelves of pre-loved books for sale. I was thinking of one word to sum up The Serrated Tussock. Haven. Pure and simple

Inside The Serrated Tussock Cafe

Highlights & Local Essentials

Local Moments in Photos

Find It on the Map

Openings Hours

What Locals & Travelers Say

44 Reviews

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