After splishing and splashing on Bronte beach, we chanced upon a nice cafe spot overlooking the vista. Mainly drawn in by the promise of food (which was very tasty indeed), the coffee was simple but effective. Better than this morning, just. AF

Initial taste was very strong but once we've acclimatised it gets better. The cafe is full of business types. Maybe they all need a dark roast for their dark business hearts. It would be the perfect coffee to get you going before a tricky morning meeting. It tastes like real life. I don't like it. Grinder: MazzerMachine: La MarzoccoAB

After chatting to Amelia and playing with Tux the cat, we finally made it to the bus stop. Not sure why we were so slow today. But the bus takes ages to arrive, so we walk down to Coogee beach for coffee. Then, catch a bus into Circular Quay... Today we're going to Manly. It's 30 minutes ferry ride, and takes us really quite far away from Sydney CBD. 7 miles apparently!On the Manly Ferry, we dislike the number of tourists (like us... Ha) who are are click...

Last time we came here, during the Christmas hols, we were quoted a 30 minute wait for 2 takeaway flat whites(!), and we went elsewhere. We hoped for a rather shorter wait today but due to a communication error, it still took a while... It cup felt too hot, but it was actually drinkable temperature. Full bodied, creamy, a strong and flavoursome roast. This could have been a top scorer, just a pity that the service let it down. Machine: WegaAB

We happened upon this cafe in Manly, and it turns out to be a good'un. It's a journey, which is pleasing - it's been a while. Quite nutty with a dryer, smoky finish. Best coffee since Melbourne, which is 2 weeks ago already!AB