Retro Lane Café
The large, multi-functional cafe is an open and friendly space where young people are welcome to join in regular activities.
The large, multi-functional cafe is an open and friendly space where young people are welcome to join in regular activities.
Providing front row views to QEII Square, this fresh and eclectic space offers great food at affordable prices, café and lounge seating, workshop spaces for hire, a chill-out space with access to great technology and library collections and a wide range of programs for young people.
Retro Lane Cafe supports social enterprise activities, sourcing environmental and ethical Vegware packaging that is vegetable based and compostable, with a strong focus on separating waste and recycling. The cafe is also aligned with Love Food Hate Waste and the Trim Bin Program.
The cafe aims to make a social difference to young people. This includes programs such as regular Friday night gigs, school holiday and after school programs, homework and study assistance, arts and performance workshops, resume writing, job seeking skills and much more.
Our drop-in approach is an integral component of the cafe, a safe space where young people can meet, access information and technology, read or borrow materials and simply hang-out.
Under 25, you will be eligible to receive a discount with your Youth Connect Card! Just show it when ordering.
Retro Lane Cafe offers an alternative to traditional catering options with pricing and menu options that suit all budgets, tastes, and event types. From hot finger food to gourmet sandwiches, delicious house made baked goods and fresh seasonal fruit to compliment, you'll taste the difference.
Whether you are booking one of our workshops or arranging a business lunch, please call the café on 02 6023 8390 and discuss your requirements with one of our friendly staff members.
The Retro Lane Cafe is a great hangout with heaps of space, programs and resources. Use the pool table, computers and iPads loaded with creative software.
Retro Lane has two workshop spaces that can be booked for programs, meetings, training sessions, workshops and events.
To ensure all young people are connected, empowered, engaged and included, we provide, promote and support activities, services, events and opportunities.
The large, multi-functional cafe is an open and friendly space where young people are welcome to join in regular activities.
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