Sweet Lu Newtown

280 King St, Newtown NSW 2042, Australia
$$$ Cafe
(265 Reviews)
Price Range $1–20

Discover the delightful ambiance of Sweet Lu Newtown, a charming café nestled at 280 King St, Newtown, NSW. As you step inside, you'll be warmly welcomed by friendly staff and enveloped in a vibrant atmosphere that combines playful decoration with a cozy vibe. The café has quickly become a local favorite, renowned for its exquisite desserts and a delightful brunch menu.

At Sweet Lu, the star of the show is undoubtedly their dessert range. Indulge your sweet tooth with the signature Strawberry Cake, where fluffy layers of chiffon cake embrace juicy strawberries and fresh whipped cream, creating a heavenly blend of flavors for just A$11.80. For something uniquely delicate, the Black Tea Crepe and Rose Crepe are must-tries, both priced at A$12.80. If you find yourself in a pastry mood, customers rave about the delightful Raspberry Croissant and the unexpected yet delicious Salted Egg Tart.

But don't let the desserts overshadow the impressively crafted drink menu! Sweet Lu offers an array of tantalizing teas and fresh fruit slush that cater to every palate. Sip on the refreshing Mango Iced Tea or the creamy Oolong Milk Tea with Cheese Foam, both priced at A$9.20. The burst of flavors, such as those found in the Peach Oolong Tea and Grape Jasmine, makes each sip a tantalizing experience. As one reviewer, 'Yssa', noted, the café has effectively blended brunch classics with their renowned desserts, ensuring guests can indulge at any time of day.

Sweet Lu's lush ambiance, characterized by its cute and colorful decors, complements the interactive dining experience. As 'Trang Nguyen' perfectly encapsulated, it's a space that feels both inviting and invigorating, with a vibe that draws you in for both the drinks and the delightful desserts. Customers consistently share their love for the café's decor, their delightful offerings, and, of course, the friendly service.

Whether you're looking to satisfy a sweet craving or enjoy a brunch with friends, Sweet Lu Newtown has quickly established itself as a must-visit destination in Newtown. Don’t just take our word for it; visit and make it your own sweet escape!

From the business
Identifies as women-owned
Service options
No-contact delivery
Delivery
On-site services
Takeaway
Dine-in
Highlights
Great dessert
Popular for
Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Offerings
Coffee
Quick bite
Dining options
Lunch
Dessert
Atmosphere
Casual
Trendy
Crowd
LGBTQ+ friendly
Transgender safe space
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Parking
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Wednesday

9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Thursday

9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Friday

9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Saturday

8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Sunday

8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

265 Reviews
thefoodaroo

03 Sep 2025

Very cute decor and even cuter dessert range! Loved the flattened croissant - didn't expect to find one in Australia as I had only come across it in Asia before!

Yssa

26 Aug 2025

everyone's favourite dessert spot now serves brunch too?! their brunch menu is packed with classics - creamy pasta, fluffy eggs, and matcha drink! and of course, their desserts are still as iconic as ever!

Will Maclean

23 Aug 2025

Friendly and welcoming staff that made my drink quickly. The decor is also gorgeous and very inviting. I didn’t really enjoy the chocolate tart but the mango and coconut tea was nice, refreshing, and a good dairy free option. I might increase my rating further in future if I try more of the desserts, which I would like to do. I think one of the staff members who served me was named Doris, she and her coworker (didn’t catch his name) were lovely and made me feel comfortable.

Trang Nguyen

21 Aug 2025

Newly opened dessert store in Newtown which offers coffee, drinks, cakes, ice cream. Very nice deco within the shop. Great atmosphere with cute vibe upstairs. The coffee was good. You can tell that they use proper beans. We tried salted egg tart which was surprisingly yummy and flavourful. The chocolate ice cream was ok but not the best. Staffs were very friendly and nice. Overall, a great joint for gathering with family or friend. Good spot for dating too :) Must try their egg tarts.

Tassanee Sangwon

15 Aug 2025

Delicious pastry, I had Raspberry Croissant. Clean, nice decoration, good straff services.

Oznoy Wanderlust

08 Aug 2025

Went here after work to unwind after busy day. Absolutely stunning and relaxing. Food, Coffee and ice cream yum. We were serve by the lovely Yuki. Very friendly stuff. The pistachio croissant is yum.ice cream is delicious. Highly recommend this cute spot

Yuanyuan Xiang

19 Jul 2025

The design of their store is so pretty especially upstairs where the customers can sit. It’s good to hang out with friends in such beautiful place like this. Food wise it’s good, suit my taste. I don’t personally like the cakes that only taste like sugar. Sweet Lu is more Asian styled, desserts aren’t that super sweet but pretty special flavored. I liked their chocolate tarts as well, it’s not over sweet. I’ve known this dessert store from long long time ago,I would definitely recommend people to give it a go!

Mahfuza Akter

05 Jul 2025

Absolutely loved my visit to Sweet Lu Newtown! This spot is a dessert lover’s dream — from beautifully layered cakes to flaky pastries, everything tasted as good as it looked. I tried the pistachio croissant, egg tart, and a few of their cakes (rose & lychee, strawberry, and lychee), and each one had its own unique flavour and was super fresh. The coffee was also surprisingly good — smooth, rich, and clearly made with care. The café itself has a warm and cozy vibe, perfect for a casual hangout, date, or even a solo treat-yourself moment. The display shelves filled with gelato and cakes were almost too tempting to walk away from — I was already full, or I would’ve kept going! Highly recommend stopping by if you’re in the area. Sweet Lu Newtown definitely lives up to the hype!

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