Opening hours
| Monday | 7 am – 1 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am – 1 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am – 1 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am – 1 pm |
| Friday | 7 am – 1 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am – 1 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am – 1 pm |
Times shown in local time (Sydney). Public holiday hours may differ.
- Address144 Union Street, The Junction NSW
- Phone(02) 4086 7229
- CuisineCafés & Brunch
144 Union Street, The Junction NSW · 2.2 km from Newcastle centre
Popular times
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At a glance
- TypeCafé
- CuisineCafés & Brunch
- AreaThe Junction, Newcastle
- StateNew South Wales
- HoursOpen 7 days, from early morning
About Goodfriends
Located in The Junction, NSW, Goodfriends is a cafés & brunch café serving locals and visitors alike. You'll find it at 144 Union Street, The Junction NSW, roughly 2.2 km from the Newcastle city centre.
Australia's café culture is world-famous: expertly made flat whites, all-day brunch, smashed avo and house-baked treats. Cafés are usually busiest on weekend mornings and many close by mid-afternoon.
Goodfriends is open 7 days, from early morning; the venue offers dine-in, outdoor seating.
Planning a night out in The Junction? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Subway and Junction Hotel.
Amenities & services
- 🍽️Dine-in
- ☀️Outdoor seating
What to order
Signature cafés & brunch dishes to look out for.
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Closest restaurants to Goodfriends
The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.
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Subway ☕ Cafés & Brunch · The Junction200 mS · 2 min walk
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2
Junction Hotel 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · The Junction230 mS · 3 min walk
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3
Lotus Corner 🍽️ International · The Junction250 mS · 3 min walk
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4
Grill'd 🍔 Burgers & Chicken · The Junction260 mS · 3 min walk
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5
A Taste Of Asia 🌶️ Malaysian & Indonesian · The Junction260 mS · 3 min walk
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6
Talulah 🍽️ International · The Junction260 mS · 3 min walk
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7
Hahesha 🍽️ International · The Junction270 mS · 3 min walk
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8
Lime 🍽️ International · The Junction270 mS · 3 min walk
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9
HuBro ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Bar Beach520 mSE · 6 min walk
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10
Papillon 🥟 Chinese · Bar Beach630 mE · 8 min walk
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Eating out in The Junction
The Junction is home to 9 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Newcastle area with 548 venues. The local dining scene leans towards international restaurants, cafés & brunch, pubs & bistros. Within 25 km of Goodfriends there are 649 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.
Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Bar Beach (780 m), Cooks Hill (840 m), Newcastle West (850 m), Bank Corner (1.1 km).
Cuisine mix in The Junction
Frequently asked questions
Where is Goodfriends located?
Goodfriends is located at 144 Union Street, The Junction NSW. It is about 2.2 km from the centre of Newcastle. Tap the map on this page to start turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
What are the opening hours of Goodfriends?
Goodfriends is open 7 days, from early morning. Today's hours are highlighted in the opening hours table above, which shows whether it is open right now (Australia/Sydney time). Hours can change on public holidays, so it is worth confirming before you visit.
What kind of food does Goodfriends serve?
Goodfriends serves Cafés & Brunch cuisine. Browse our cafés & brunch menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.
How can I contact Goodfriends?
You can reach Goodfriends by phone on (02) 4086 7229.
What is the closest restaurant to Goodfriends?
The closest venue is Subway, about 200 m to the south (2 min walk). Other close options include Junction Hotel (230 m), Lotus Corner (250 m), Grill'd (260 m).
What are some recommended places to eat near Goodfriends?
Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Parry St Garage (Italian, 700 m), The Villa Cafe (Cafés & Brunch, 9.5 km), Merewether Surf House (Pizza, 1.6 km).
Where else can I find cafés & brunch food near The Junction?
Other cafés & brunch venues close by include Swell (860 m), Thurst Burst (910 m), Welsh Blacks (940 m).
How many restaurants are there in The Junction?
Our guide lists 9 places to eat in The Junction, most commonly international restaurants (4), cafés & brunch (2), pubs & bistros (1). Within 25 km there are 649 venues in total.