Top 5 Summer Dishes to Order at Harry’s (According to Bondi Locals)
There’s something about a Bondi summer that just hits differently. The salty hair, the sunrise runs, the dip-before-coffee, and the annual realisation that yes, you can eat breakfast outside every day if you try hard enough.
At Harry’s, summer is our season — light, bright dishes, early mornings, big flavours and even bigger community vibes. If you’re wondering what to order when the weather is warm and the days feel endless, these are the five dishes that our locals come back for again and again.
All fan-favourites. All summer-coded. All perfect for hot days and slow mornings. Let’s dive in.
1. Blueberry & Ricotta Hotcake
Harry’s famous hotcake — and honestly, a Bondi icon.
If there’s one dish that stops time (and tables), it’s this. Fluffy, ricotta-rich, and stacked with summer berries, toasted coconut and vanilla double cream, our hotcake is exactly what a holiday morning tastes like — even if you’re still heading to work after.
It takes 20 minutes, so consider it your slow-morning treat. Bring a friend and “share” it… or claim it for yourself. Unlike your towel spot on Bondi Beach, there’s no judgement here.
Why it’s a summer favourite:
Fresh berry season = unmatched flavour
Light, creamy, and a little indulgent
Perfect for long brunches and big appetites
2. Chilli Scramble
Soft, spicy, fragrant and never boring.
This one’s for the people who want flavour that wakes you up before the caffeine hits. Our chilli-folded eggs are layered with fermented chilli sambal, kaffir lime, coriander, pea shoots, crispy eschalots and toasted coconut — all piled on sourdough.
It’s fresh. It’s aromatic. It’s got crunch, heat and brightness in every bite.
Why locals love it:
Light enough for post-run brunch
Bright, zesty, summer flavour
A classic order that never disappoints
3. Harry’s Fritters
Our signature dish — and a top seller year-round.
These feta and quinoa fritters have been on the menu longer than some of our regulars have lived in Bondi. Crisp on the outside, soft inside, and loaded with summer fattoush salad, avocado, crisp bread, apple tzatziki, mint, sumac and plum molasses — it’s the ultimate “I want something fresh but filling” order.
Why they make the list:
A perfect balance of greens + grains
Crunchy, creamy, tangy — all the textures
Reliably delicious, every single time
4. Prawn Tacos (DF / GF)
Three words: ultimate beach lunch.
Our tempura prawn tacos are light, punchy, and dangerously easy to inhale. Each corn tortilla holds crisp tempura prawns, chipotle mayo, tomato-pineapple salsa, cabbage, avocado and a hit of yuzu. Fresh, bright, and absolutely made for summer.
If you’re heading to the beach after brunch, this is the move.
Why they stay in rotation:
Gluten-free, dairy-free, big flavour
Fresh, crunchy and heat-friendly
Impossible to share (sorry, not sorry)
5. Lychee & Coconut Chia Pudding (VG / DF)
Cool, creamy, nourishing and perfect for hot days.
This chia pudding is sunshine in a bowl — lychee, coconut, kiwi, seasonal fruit and gluten-free hazelnut + almond puffed granola. It’s light, refreshing, and exactly what you want when the weather is too hot to deal with a heavy brunch.
Vegan, dairy-free, and still incredibly delicious.
Why people love it:
Great grab-and-go option
Naturally sweet + nutrient-dense
Cold, light and summer-approved
