Cafe Giulia has a great casual, relaxed vibe. A lot of the staff seem to be art students. The food is great, and the prices are very reasonable. Pasta, steak sandwiches etc around $9.
Where: 92 Abercrombie St Chippendale. ph 02 9698 4424
W:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/chaosgeneration/sets/72057594052098072/