Opening hours
| Monday | 6 am – 2:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am – 2:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am – 2:30 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am – 2:30 pm |
| Friday | 6 am – 2:30 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am – 2:30 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am – 2:30 pm |
Times shown in local time (Sydney). Public holiday hours may differ.
- AddressForestville NSW
- CuisineCafés & Brunch
Forestville NSW · 4.6 km from Chatswood centre
Popular times
Estimated from typical visit patterns for cafés & brunch venues and this venue's opening hours — not live data.
At a glance
- TypeCafé
- CuisineCafés & Brunch
- AreaForestville, Chatswood
- StateNew South Wales
- HoursOpen 7 days, from early morning
About The Author
The Author is a cafés & brunch café in Forestville, New South Wales. You'll find it at Forestville NSW, roughly 4.6 km from the Chatswood 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.
The Author is open 7 days, from early morning; the venue offers dine-in, outdoor seating.
Planning a night out in Forestville? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Dough and Base 'N' Burger.
Amenities & services
- 🍽️Dine-in
- ☀️Outdoor seating
What to order
Signature cafés & brunch dishes to look out for.
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Closest restaurants to The Author
The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.
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Dough 🍕 Pizza · Forestville20 mSW · 1 min walk
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Base 'N' Burger 🍕 Pizza · Darley Street, Forestville1.0 kmE · 12 min walk
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3
AGA Mediteranian Cuisine 🧆 Middle Eastern & Turkish · Forestville1.0 kmE · 12 min walk
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4
Grounded Coffee ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Forestville1.0 kmE · 12 min walk
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5
Brewscape ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Forestville1.0 kmE · 12 min walk
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6
Forrest Brunch Bar ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Forestville1.0 kmE · 12 min walk
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7
Thai Garlic 🍜 Thai · Forestville1.1 kmE · 13 min walk
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Charlotte ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Forestville1.1 kmE · 13 min walk -
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Haifa Food Truck 🧆 Middle Eastern & Turkish · 10 Keldie Street, Jamieson Square1.1 kmE · 13 min walk
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10
Domino's 🍕 Pizza · Forestville1.1 kmE · 13 min walk
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Eating out in Forestville
Forestville is home to 18 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Chatswood area with 463 venues. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, pizza restaurants, japanese restaurants. Within 25 km of The Author there are 7,154 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.
Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Jamieson Square (1.2 km), Marjorie's Glen (1.5 km), Roseville Chase (1.7 km), East Lindfield (1.7 km).
Cuisine mix in Forestville
Frequently asked questions
Where is The Author located?
The Author is located at Forestville NSW. It is about 4.6 km from the centre of Chatswood. 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 The Author?
The Author 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 The Author serve?
The Author serves Cafés & Brunch cuisine. Browse our cafés & brunch menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.
What is the closest restaurant to The Author?
The closest venue is Dough, about 20 m to the south-west (1 min walk). Other close options include Base 'N' Burger (1.0 km), AGA Mediteranian Cuisine (1.0 km), Grounded Coffee (1.0 km).
What are some recommended places to eat near The Author?
Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Nagomi Japanese Dining (Japanese, 6.9 km), Zia Pina Pizzeria (International, 11 km), Mexicano (Mexican & Latin American, 11 km).
Where else can I find cafés & brunch food near Forestville?
Other cafés & brunch venues close by include Tilt Cafe (1.2 km), Dukes Green Cafe (1.7 km), Imbue Cafe (1.8 km).
How many restaurants are there in Forestville?
Our guide lists 18 places to eat in Forestville, most commonly cafés & brunch (6), pizza restaurants (3), japanese restaurants (2). Within 25 km there are 7,154 venues in total.