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How we read reviews →Coburg's old-school Italian espresso institution. $3 coffee, cash only, no apologies.
An unashamedly old-school Italian espresso bar on Victoria Street. regulars chattering in multiple languages, a small TV in the corner, outdoor seating in the pedestrian mall, and zero interest in being trendy. It operates like a neighbourhood living room that has been running for decades.
Retail coffee beans to take home (Brazilian, Marias blend, and other varieties); cash-only payment; family-run for 20+ years; outdoor seating in Coburg's Victoria Street piazza; opens at 6am daily including weekends; occasionally features live music nearby.
Strong Italian heritage. family-run by an Italian family for over 20 years, Italian espresso-bar culture at its most genuine. One reviewer specifically praises the caffè di crema as authentic to Italian cafes. Italian language spoken with staff and between regulars.
Exceptional value. espresso and cappuccino at approximately $3 makes it among the most affordable quality coffee in Melbourne. Reviewers with decades of experience consistently call it some of the best value they've found in the city.
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