The Umbrian

309 Hunter St, Newcastle NSW 2300, Australia
+61 410 411 771
$$$ Cafe
(183 Reviews)
Price Range $1–20

Welcome to The Umbrian, a delightful café nestled in the heart of Newcastle, NSW. This charming spot, located at 309 Hunter St, is a haven for those yearning for authentic Italian flavors and a warm, inviting atmosphere.

The Umbrian specializes in the traditional Italian piadina, a homemade flatbread that serves as the star of their menu. ????️ Here, you can savor an array of scrumptious piadina options, including the rich Meatball Piadina for A$12.50, or start your day right with a hearty Bacon & Egg Piadina or a flavorful Vegetarian & Egg Piadina, all priced at an incredibly friendly A$8.50. For those with a sweet tooth, don’t miss out on the delicious Nutella Piadina at A$7.00 or the decadent Ricotta Cake at A$5.50.

Patrons rave about The Umbrian's vibrant atmosphere – it's a place where coffee lovers and food enthusiasts converge. Customers have expressed their delight in not just the food, but the personal touch offered by the friendly staff, particularly Olivia and Nicco, who consistently engage with their guests, making each visit special. One customer, Stephen Knightley, simply stated, "Thank you Olivia and Nicco for your great coffee, food, and enthusiasm toward your customers." It's these little moments that transform a café stop into a memorable experience.

In line with the vibe, The Umbrian boasts a quirky and relaxed interior, ideal for both a peaceful solo coffee break or a lively catch-up with friends. With enough seating for larger groups, the option for outdoor tables adds to the charm, making it an inviting spot to soak in Newcastle's vibrant atmosphere while enjoying a cup of espresso at just A$3.50. Customers like Matt McMullen highlight it as their "new favorite place to stop for coffee and a brekky snack," reinforcing the café’s growing reputation among locals.

While some guests do mention that the café can be a bit understaffed during peak hours, the quality of the food and the cheerful disposition of the staff make the wait more than worthwhile. As C F noted, this is a place with great value for the delicious food options, particularly when piadina is so hard to find elsewhere in Australia.

The Umbrian is more than just a café; it's a gathering place for the community where the love for coffee and genuine hospitality meet. Whether you're craving a quick morning snack or a leisurely brunch, The Umbrian is set to become your go-to destination in Newcastle.

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Service options
On-site services available
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
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
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves coffee
Serves healthy options
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dessert
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

7:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Tuesday

7:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Wednesday

7:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Thursday

7:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Friday

7:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed

183 Reviews
C F

02 Oct 2025

Great place for coffee and a piadina. Pretty hard to find a piadina in Australia. Great value for the food options compared to most cafes in the area. The place is a little understaffed and can take a little while to get your food but it is worth it.

Sanny

27 Sep 2025

This cafe was super nice! The food, the price and the atmosphere were good! There are enough seats for a big group. A couple of outdoor tables. I would definitely re-visit and recommend this place

Stephen Knightley

20 Sep 2025

Thank you Olivia and Nicco for your great coffee, food and enthusiasm toward your customers. I was super happy with my meatball piadina for brunch and my wife with her bacon and egg Piadina. We also really enjoyed our happy chat with you both.

Matt McMullen

04 Sep 2025

This is my new favourite place to stop for coffee and a brekky snack. I stumbled upon this little gem a few weeks ago when I was walking around the city centre and decided to give it a go. Their main menu item is Pinadinas, which is a homemade Italian flatbread served with a variety of fillings and optional chilli oil. The place is a total vibe. It’s quite fun and quirky, and they have a constant stream of regular customers who they all know by name. You can sit inside at the front of the cafe and watch all the action, or there’s seating towards the back of the cafe which is much quieter. They also have 2 tables out front in the footway. My favourite is the “vegetarian & egg,” and the “morning” is another I highly recommend. The coffee is also on point

Aidan Misner

23 Aug 2025

Honestly my favourite Coffee Shop in Newcastle. The team at Umbrian remember my order only after a few times there. Very personable and very warm inviting atmosphere

Viktor Ko

21 Aug 2025

We found this place on our last day in Newcastle. Coffee is cheap, doesn’t feel like inflation has touched it. Food is great and the ladies serving you are very friendly.

Isabelle Imig

12 Aug 2025

A lovely little cafe, with welcoming staff and delicious piadinas.

Bryce Griffith

27 Jun 2025

Food is amazing. I work across the road and I order a piadina every day. It's my go to. The ladies make you feel so welcomed and you can tell the food is made from scratch with fresh ingredients. You can really tell the difference in quality and freshness by how long you feel full for (without overeating unlike processed foods which make you hungry a couple hours later). And if you get the chance to do their gnocchi making class at night you must do it. Really fun and great to experience where the ladies heritage is from (spoiler: It's Umbria in Italy). Added bonus: I call ahead with my daily order so no need to wait. 10/10

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