Muffin Break Charlestown Square

Charlestown Square, K-808/30 Pearson St, Charlestown NSW 2290, Australia
$$$ Cafe
(43 Reviews)
Price Range $1–20

Muffin Break Charlestown Square is a straightforward café nestled on the ground floor of Charlestown Square, positioned conveniently near the Coles supermarket. It caters well to shoppers and locals who are looking for a quick, reliable coffee and fresh bakery items without the fuss of a sit-down restaurant setting.

The café’s setup favors functionality and comfort with ample seating dispersed around a clean, bright space. It’s the kind of place where you can settle in briefly to recharge between errands or grab a comforting snack while on the go. The display cases show a range of fresh food options, including muffins and wraps, which appeal to those wanting a casual, light meal or snack during the day.

Coffee quality here leans towards a solid, dependable cup rather than anything overly artisanal. You can expect your coffee served fairly hot with a noticeable richness that pairs well with their freshly baked muffins or wraps. Patrons often enjoy the blueberry and mixed berry muffins, which combine a moist, flavorful texture with just the right amount of crunch from the outer crust.

The atmosphere reflects its location inside a busy shopping center. It can get a bit noisy, especially during peak hours when families and shoppers converge, which might make it less ideal for quieter, longer sitting visits. Staff tend to be friendly and professional, balancing prompt service with a welcoming demeanor – although at busy times some customers do find the pace a little rushed.

This café suits those looking for a familiar stopoff to grab coffee accompanied by fresh bakery items in a well-maintained environment. Early mornings and midday when the shopping center first opens tend to be quieter, offering a more peaceful experience before the afternoon buzz builds. Regular visitors include shoppers needing a quick break and locals who appreciate a consistent, straightforward café option within Charlestown Square.

Highlights
Great coffee
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
What they serve
Coffee
Quick bite
Best for
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dessert
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Parking
Free of charge street parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

08:00 AM - 05:30 PM

Tuesday

08:00 AM - 05:30 PM

Wednesday

08:00 AM - 05:30 PM

Thursday

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Friday

08:00 AM - 05:30 PM

Saturday

08:00 AM - 05:30 PM

Sunday

09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

43 Reviews
lynxau

04 Dec 2025

Muffin break charlestown I would highly recommend I found the staff very professional and friendly while the Cafe was very clean, with ample seating available. Fresh food menu items on display. I enjoyed my coffee and blueberry muffin . You will find Muffin break on the ground floor in front of coles Supermarket

Leyla Naseripour

03 Dec 2025

Thanks for the great service and coffee, I was impressed with the very neat and nicely designed display. It has that special atmosphere you connect with the place right away and staff are very professional and friendly. I'll definitely be your regular customer from now everytime I visit charlestown shopping centre. Best wishes Leila

DJ

26 Nov 2025

Service a little rushed. I’ve been up since 4am so appreciate your patience. Food delivery prompt. Muffin crunchy, moist, rich and warm. These are positives. Coffee fairly hot with a rich after taste. Cleansed the pallet after the muffin to my satisfaction. Atmosphere a little noisy, one crying child on arrival continues to cry at time of writing. No breast feeders currently. Other patrons lower to middle class but in no way uncouth, except the crying child. Will return at a less busy time for further review when I can hear myself think.

Mani Bhagavathula

09 Nov 2025

Fantastic experience with food. Had a veggie roast wrap and a mixed berry muffin.

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