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Cheeky Boy Espresso

31F Ardross St, Applecross WA 6153, Australia

Recommended by 79 people

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31F Ardross St, Applecross WA 6153, Australia

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+61 8 6460 8435
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM Wednesday: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM Thursday: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM Friday: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM Saturday: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM Sunday: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Cheeky Boy Espresso

Cheeky Boy Espresso brings energetic Italian cafe culture to Ardross Street with bold coffee and hearty daytime plates. The compact indoor room stays humming, but regulars head straight for the pavement tables beneath the umbrellas. The kitchen trades standard cafe fare for house-made cotoletta, arancini, and towering bruschettone topped with fresh ingredients. If breakfast leans sweet, thick ricotta hotcakes arrive smothered in berry sauce, mascarpone, and banana.

  • Italian-Influenced Daytime Menu: House-made specialties include golden cotoletta, arancini, bruschettone, and ricotta hotcakes with berry sauce.
  • Alfresco Street Seating: Lively umbrella-shaded pavement tables offer prime seating along Ardross Street.
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Why Choose Cheeky Boy Espresso

Discover why Applecross locals and visitors choose Cheeky Boy Espresso for vibrant Italian-inspired brunch and sidewalk dining.

  • Authentic Italian-Influenced Menu

    Cheeky Boy infuses cafe favorites with genuine Italian heritage, serving items like bruschettone, cotoletta, arancini, and Italian fried rice.

    Come down for some authentic Italian influenced cafe food and beverages.

    Dr. Cheran Ruben

  • Signature Ricotta Hotcakes

    Patrons specifically seek out the house-made ricotta hotcakes topped with berry sauce, mascarpone, and fresh fruit as a standout morning indulgence.

    They are ricotta pancakes served with a berry sauce just delicious! Great coffee and really great savoury options that incorporate Italian foods too.

    Deborah Skender

  • Sunlit Outdoor Pavement Seating

    Guests enjoy alfresco street dining and soaking up the lively suburban energy beneath shady umbrellas on Ardross Street.

    The sunshine was just glorious so sitting outside and watching the world go by was the order for the day.

    Trevor Holland

  • Neighborhood Setting by Jacaranda Trees

    Positioned near river walks and Jacaranda tree-lined avenues, visitors combine neighborhood strolling with relaxed open-air brunching.

    Service is really fast as well, the view outside with the tree in front of you is amazing.

    Dean Anthony

  • Warm & Attentive Service in the Bustle

    Even during bustling morning peak hours, staff remain attentive, welcoming, and thoughtful with order timing and table care.

    The atmosphere is vibrant and welcoming, and the staff are always friendly and attentive even when it’s busy (which says a lot!).

    Ash Banfield

  • Vibrant, Hospitable Neighborhood Atmosphere

    Energetic service and a vibrant, friendly community vibe ensure diners feel instantly hosted and looked after.

    The cafe has such a fun vibrant atmosphere and the team go all out to make you feel welcome

    Anthony Miojevic

Signature Italian-influenced brunch and lunch dishes praised by guests

  • Ricotta Hotcakes

    They are ricotta pancakes served with a berry sauce just delicious!

    Deborah Skender

  • Bruschettone

    As well as the bruschettone which was so fresh and yum, smaller portions then I expected but still filling.

    Hayley Savage

  • Cotoletta

    We had beautiful tasting coffees and 2 huge Cotalettas with a great tasting salad.

    Trevor Holland

  • Arancini

    We ordered arancini, salt & pepper squid, caprese salad and scrambled eggs with avocado. All food arrived quickly, super fresh and delicious.

    Sabina Swift

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the seating like, and is outdoor dining available?

Seating inside is tight with limited room to line up, but the cafe offers covered outdoor pavement dining under umbrellas along Ardross Street.

What dishes are popular on the Italian-influenced menu?

Popular breakfast dishes include ricotta hotcakes served with berry sauce, while lunchtime choices feature Italian specialties such as arancini, cotoletta, and Italian fried rice.

Where can visitors park when visiting?

Street parking close by on Ardross Street can be limited during peak times, though free street parking and riverfront parking spots within walking distance offer convenient alternatives.

Does the cafe get busy, and should you expect a wait?

Weekends and peak festival days get very busy, which can mean waits for tables and takeaway coffees. Visiting during quieter weekday mornings or arriving early helps avoid long queues.

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