81 out of 100, Work score
A strong place to work
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About
Berkelouw Paddington is a large, second-hand and new bookstore on Oxford Street in Sydney, with a café upstairs called 1812. Reviewers consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, extensive book collection at reasonable prices, and friendly staff. The reading space and café are described as cozy, with warm lighting and good positioning of tables among the books.
The 1812 café upstairs is suitable for studying and reading. Reviewers mention it as a pleasant place to work, with warm lighting and comfortable seating. One visitor noted the café's closing time works well for getting work done.
Hours and location
- Monday10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Tuesday10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Wednesday10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Thursday10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Friday10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Saturday10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Sunday10:00 AM – 6:30 PM
- Address
- 19 Oxford St, Paddington NSW 2021, Australia
- Who can use it
- Phone
- +61 2 9360 3200
- Website
- berkelouw.com.au
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