Our new Earnest Arthur precinct is the most recent step in an effort to become the Shoalhaven’s premier coffee and pie destination. Our goal is to create and share quality products in an engaging space.
Located in South Nowra on the Princess highway next door to Bunnings we are positioned perfectly as a gateway for our wonderful locals going about their work days or weekend South Nowra trips. We are also ideally situated for tourists looking for an awesome family alternative to your standard road trip foods.
25 years ago, we sold our small farm near Tamworth and joined the rest of Pete’s family in the Shoalhaven. The evolution of the business began immediately with the purchase of Nicko’s Tucker Truck and, with a few improvements, it quickly became two trucks. Two years later our local pie and cake supplier closed their business. No one else's pies were good enough and we were soon approached by their best pastry chef to set up, with his help, our own bakery.
The Andrews family became a highly valued and wonderful part of a rapid growth period that saw us establishing a full bakery, shopfront and four mobile food vans. Alan brought with him his Grandfather’s famous pie recipe from the original Gerringong Pie Shop and we have stayed true to the recipe to this day. From this solid foundation we’ve grown and changed in tune with the local area and tourism, continually keeping our focus on the best a pie and coffee can be.
Our new Earnest Arthur precinct is the most recent step in an effort to become the Shoalhaven’s premier coffee and pie destination. Our goal is to create and share quality products in an engaging space.
Located in South Nowra on the Princess highway next door to Bunnings we are positioned perfectly as a gateway for our wonderful locals going about their work days or weekend South Nowra trips. We are also ideally situated for tourists looking for an awesome family alternative to your standard road trip foods.
25 years ago, we sold our small farm near Tamworth and joined the rest of Pete’s family in the Shoalhaven. The evolution of the business began immediately with the purchase of Nicko’s Tucker Truck and, with a few improvements, it quickly became two trucks. Two years later our local pie and cake supplier closed their business. No one else's pies were good enough and we were soon approached by their best pastry chef to set up, with his help, our own bakery.
The Andrews family became a highly valued and wonderful part of a rapid growth period that saw us establishing a full bakery, shopfront and four mobile food vans. Alan brought with him his Grandfather’s famous pie recipe from the original Gerringong Pie Shop and we have stayed true to the recipe to this day. From this solid foundation we’ve grown and changed in tune with the local area and tourism, continually keeping our focus on the best a pie and coffee can be.
Earnest Arthur is a family run business, that’s why we chose a family name. Named after Pete’s late father, Arthur, to us the name represents our core values of humility, loyalty, class and determination. Even the staff and regular customers here become like family, creating an accepting and relaxed vibe.
The founding father, Pete, literally built this place with his own two hands and the help of family. Pete has steered the ship through 5 renovations and 3 name changes. He has no plans of stopping any time soon, though he has stepped back a little to spend time with his wife and his boat.
Alex came back to Earnest Arthur in 2013 with a goal to take our coffee to the next level. He became our first fulltime barista later that year and we haven’t looked back since. Alex has now moved on to a managerial role but still loves to get his hands dirty on the coffee machine whenever he can!
Eloise is the baby of the family, the spoilt one, the favourite child. Nothing is ever Eloise’s fault. As well as managing, Eloise is also the Head of Coffee, taking over from her brother Alex because clearly anything he can do, she can do better! “Eloise is my favourite manager, she’s way cooler” is a common phrase you will hear from our staff.
Our pies are baked fresh in our bakery every day! This means we can use quality fresh ingredients in our pies ranging from local beef cheeks to snapper and prawns. Our pies range from humble classics like the Cheese and Bacon and Cottage to innovative flavour experiences like the Surf and Turf, Nacho or Satay Chicken.
Each pie has a story to tell and they don’t hit the shelves unless they’re perfect!
Our bakers work tirelessly to bring you the pastries you love. Head Baker Vince is highly qualified and has over 15 years experience in the industry while our apprentice, Beau, is diligently and enthusiastically picking up the craft. Both guys are passionate about their work and it shows.
We even have gluten free, vegetarian and vegan pies and sausage rolls!
Our blend of beans is completely unique to us! Many hours were spent perfecting our flavour profile which combines a morning coffee punch with a chocolatey middle and subtle, soft finish.
We're super proud of our coffee and it's reflected in our Beanhunter score (currently 9.4/10). If you'd like to do us a solid use the link at the bottom of the page to head there and give us a review. We'd love you for it!
Our aim is to push the quality of coffee in the Shoalhaven region to unprecedented heights, we now have a venue to provide training courses and run barista competitions, be sure to check our calendar for a list of upcoming events.
Too hot out? Try one of our in-house affogatos or our handmade REAL iced coffee without the crap.
P.S. Each coffee bought helps us to continue to support NOAH's, a local group helping disadvantaged children in the Shoalhaven.
All our cold food is lovingly prepared on site each day by our staff. We have a new brekky range as well as a good selection of wraps, sandwiches, toasties and salads. If you’re in the mood for something sweet with your coffee, we offer a huge selection of hand made cakes and treats. We have gluten free and vegan cake options available. Real fruit smoothies, milkshakes and bubble iced teas are available all day.
