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How we read reviews →Early-opening Essendon café known for Andy's personal touch, hearty brekkies, and reliable coffee.
Busy, no-frills neighbourhood café with outdoor seating, an 'old school' coffee style that suits regulars more than coffee snobs, and a personal, family-run feel led by owner Andy.
Owner Andy works the floor personally and is described as the face of the business, takes song requests, and has remade drinks free of charge when an order went wrong. Open from as early as 4:30am on weekdays, unusually early for the area.
Menu blends classic Australian café brekkies with Lebanese breakfast platters and a Canadian-style breakfast, reflecting an eclectic suburban café approach rather than a single heritage.
Generally seen as good value with generous, fresh servings, though a small number of reviewers found prices high relative to portion size on off days.
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