About

You'll quickly understand why locals keep returning to Nickys once you experience how a neighbourhood cafe should really be run. This unassuming Dickson spot gets everything right – excellent Redbrick coffee, fresh focaccia baked daily, and a kitchen that takes pride in making things properly rather than cutting corners. You'll find solid brunch classics executed with care, plus thoughtful touches that show they actually think about what they're serving. Grab a table inside among quirky fish-tin prints or sit in the sunny courtyard. Walk-ins only, because the best neighbourhood cafes don't need bookings – just consistency and genuine care about good food.

Best Times to Visit

Visit Tuesday to Friday 8-10 AM for the quietest experience, or Saturday mornings for the full bustling café atmosphere. Avoid Sunday 10-11 AM when it's busiest.

Opening Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Saturday: 7:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Sunday: 7:30 AM - 2:30 PM

Busiest Time

Sunday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Quietest Time

Tuesday 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM

Restaurant Features

Outdoor Seating, Delivery, Takeaway, Dine-in, Great Coffee, Wheelchair Accessible, Good for Kids, Kids' Menu, Credit Cards Accepted, Solo Dining Friendly, Laptop Friendly

Meals Served

Lunch, Dinner

Category

Cafe

Neighbourhood

Inner North

Website

Visit

Phone

Phone

Getting There

By Car: From Canberra CBD, head north on Northbourne Avenue for approximately 4 kilometres. Turn right onto Antill Street, then left onto Challis Street. Nicky's is located at number 28 on your left. Street parking is available along Challis Street and surrounding streets in Dickson, with wheelchair accessible parking spots nearby.

By Public Transport: Take ACTION Bus Route 5, 6, or 7 from the city centre towards Dickson. Alight at the Dickson Shops stop on Woolley Street. From there, it's a short 2-minute walk east along Challis Street to reach Nicky's at number 28. Buses run frequently throughout the day, approximately every 15-30 minutes.

By Taxi or Ride-Share: Request pickup to 28 Challis Street, Dickson ACT 2602. The journey from Canberra CBD takes approximately 8-12 minutes depending on traffic. Dickson is easily accessible via Northbourne Avenue, and drivers will be familiar with the popular café strip location.

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