Karomi Cafe - Baskerville Lane

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Closed todayOpens Mon 8am
228 La Trobe St, 9 Baskerville Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000

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Melbourne CBD laneway cafe known for its silky taro latte and specialty matcha drinks.

A compact, cute CBD laneway cafe tucked into Baskerville Lane off La Trobe Street. The vibe is intimate and calm. a quiet escape from the surrounding city. Staff are notably passionate about their drinks craft, which gives the interaction a boutique feel. Solo-operator days can mean longer waits during peak periods.

Speciality taro lattes are a genuine drawcard. multiple reviewers rate the taro latte as among the best they've had. Matcha drinks prepared with care for smoothness and balance. Located on a quiet laneway making it a pleasant discovery off the main street. Staff enthusiasm for the drink-making craft is a recurring positive.

No specific cultural tradition claimed. modern speciality drinks cafe with a strong Asian-inspired drinks focus (taro, matcha, bubble-tea-adjacent drinks).

No specific price feedback in reviews. the focus is on drink quality. The specialty taro and matcha drinks are the value proposition rather than a food menu.

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Comparing options? See Ample Cafe & Bar nearby · 4.7
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Google rating4.6 ★ · 57 reviews
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228 La Trobe St, 9 Baskerville Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000

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