Perfect place to get a proper cup of coffee. They're takeaway only, but they're fast and efficient…read more They roast their own beans and usually use a Kenyan for their espressos. They have a Nicaraguan which is good for filter/batch brew, and an Ethiopian that they recommend for espresso drinks. Buying a bag of beans cost anywhere from $19-24 AUD, though the beans are often roasted within the past week. Each time I've visited, they have been friendly and welcoming. I highly recommend Kingswood Coffee!

This coffee shop is fresh in appearance and is inviting; especially on an early morning. The…read morestaff were so courteous and welcoming. I hope they expand into the U.S.

Possibly my favorite coffee shop amongst all the places I've been around the world. They're one of…read morethe few places that satisfy my ask of providing a wider range of single origins to choose from, with a total of 6 at any given time (3 espressos and 3 pour overs). They also have a nice touch in that they serve your coffee with the coffee bean info card that gives you an idea of the altitude, origin, processing method, and tasting notes to expect - its a small touch that anyone can do but haven't seen it anywhere else and I love it! With regards to the coffee itself their choice in beans is impeccable and they craft the drinks to perfection. I usually try different SO lattes and no matter what you can really taste the unique flavors in their espresso: we tried the Rwanda and Geisha Lattes recently, the Rwandan was amazing as usual but the Geisha was like nothing I'd tasted before - it was a complex fruity/bright flavor that is usually difficult to achieve in a latte but there's was done to perfection, highly highly recommend!

I've seen the reviews and I came to confirm them. Yes people, they are the real deal. What everyone…read moreelse have said here is truly accurate and the positive notes have stood the test of time. An intimate cafe, this is the perfect place to sit down and just enjoy your cup of beautifully smelling and amazingly tasty coffee. I have now picked up the art of differentiating between okay coffee and amazing coffee. This place not only falls into the 'amazing' category because of the wonderful staff but also because I found myself wanting to savour every sip. The aroma that was presented to my nose was out of this world and the flavour of the beans were carried even through my flat white, which has quite a bit of milk in it. Look if you are ever around in the area you have to come and get coffee here - this place does not get enough praise!

This place has been here for as long as I can remember and I stopped here after over a decade. It's…read morestill the tiny hole in the wall with tons of staff as the line up for coffee was huge. They have it down pat and despite the long queue I had my coffee in hand in a few mins. Good coffee and friendly staff. I am sure I will come here again in the future.

The best coffee in North Sydney. The best price for coffee…read morein North Sydney. The best service in North Sydney. Yes, This is my local. If you frequent here - they will remember how you take coffee. This place gets very busy in the morning rush for caffeine here. But don't worry - the boys are very quick and you will get your delicious coffee in no time waiting. $3 for coffee is a good price - especially for soy mocha - just across the road from Bacino I will have to pay $4.50 - its a big difference when you drink coffee every day. PS If you need stronger coffee - just let them know...

Thought it worth another try of this nice little hole in the wall and was at first please to see…read morethat they had done some work on the shop since i was last there. Feeling optimistic I ordered a dbl mac and waited. Noticing a regular cup in the background I asked if I could use it rather than a takeaway cup, but was told that they only use takeaway cups. Fair enough..... I guess... Either way, with only 1 person in front of me I thought that a cafe focused on only takeaway coffees would quickly see me on my way.... I was wrong. So not only did they not have tables and chairs, nor regular coffee cups, they now also had slow service... And then the coffee arrived.... and it looked.... disgusting. The crema was bubbling and burnt through and through. Looking more like an overcooked brownie, it certainly did not resemble the coffee I had here last time. It found the closest garbage bin I could find... and I set of in search of another cafe. Wont be coming back here again any time soon... :-( Cafe Summary ------------------------ Passion for Coffee - 5/10 Coffee beans - Di Lorenzoi Crema (1=burnt, 10=velvet) - 3/10 Special coffees avail? - N/A

no fuss, hole in the wall type cafe. Great Italian style coffee and authentic Italian staff thrown…read morein. No single origin served here, just good strong coffee and always consistent. Well worth a try if you're in the area, even if there's a line up you won't wait long.

I have been coming to Dose Espresso on and off for years now, and I have rarely walked in on a…read morequiet day. This cafe is always pumping. Whether it is the school mums that seem to call this place home as part of their daily ritual, or the weekend rush, this is not the cafe to come to if you want it to yourself. So why do they keep coming back? Dose has always been well staffed with attentive and friendly people who actually look like they enjoy being here. And while on occasion they move on and open their own cafes (as in the case of Ritual), the vibe seems to stay the same. As for the coffee, over the time that I've been coming here the coffee has not only gotten more consistent, it has improved. Some of the single origin coffees that come through will surprise you, while the house blend is well out of the "commercial" zone. All in all, if you are in the area, this is a great spot to check out. With single origin coffees always on hand, and the occasional cold drip, there should be something for everyone. Passion: 9/10 Crema: 9/10 Coffee: Gabriel Coffee

I'm pleased to see the North Shore catching up with a bit of coffee scene - my impression so far is…read morethat (with the exception of a few places around Crows Nest) you have to cross the bridge to get a really good coffee. However a recent plug in the SMH suggested this place, so I thought I would head over and check it out. I'm obviously not the first person to discover it (did the SMH review give that away?), but I was surprised to see I am apparently the first yelper (although the urbanspoon crowd seem to have discovered this in droves!). So, first of all, the coffee: Coffee: Double macchiato Bean: Not sure, I believe they do their own custom blends and single origins Crema: Nice, thick. 7/10 Overall Taste: Unusual taste, slightly sweet 7.5/10 Served in: Small espresso cup (+1) Preparation: Reasonably well made, nice amount of milk, a little bubbly The cafe itself is a nice place to chill out, small tables and communal benches can be found inside and out, the cafe itself has large open doors / windows so the entire area has a nice buzz to it. I love the vibe created by the exposed brickwork and funky artwork, the twisting copper pipe for the water tap is a nice touch. On a sunny day it would be a great place to chill... I didn't check if they had wifi, but if they did it would be a great place to come and work for a few hours. The menu seemed quite reasonable, I didn't order anything, but the muffins and snacks at the counter looked about what I would expect from a place like this.

Was in the area for a convention and needed coffee desperately to combat my jet lag!…read more Service was as expected with Starbucks. My coffee was decent. They do take payment via the app which was nice. It's a little small inside so I would suggest to get your coffee and head to your next destination.

I agree with Baz, what a fascinating place to hang out. This is a favourite place to do…read moreso....especially upstairs. I've just met a lovely man who is a retired English teacher, and teaches his students English for free at this place...he also loves hanging out here. (He thought I was American, with my accent and all. Then again, my supervisor for my doctorate degree recently awarded is American. The accent rubbed on me, plus my books are published and sold in the US). I'm digressing...sorry... You'd think that 7am on a Saturday morning is an early time to hang out. I arrived here at 10am with a tall Chai Frappuccino ($6.10)...my first drink (even meal) of the day with my laptop computer in tow to publish my 5th book successfully. Yes, success. Worth the 25-minute train ride from my place to Central station to do. Just needed to publish my 5th manuscript away from the home, and in a time of closure too. Loved the Chai drink. Just the right amount of sweetness. I enjoyed some whipped cream on top with a tiny sprinkling of chocolate. My only regret - I should have ordered the next size up as I downed the tall quite quickly. Why 4 stars, and not 5? * Sick of enjoying quality drinks in plastic cups * Some of the furniture is tearing, and the floorboards need to be polished. Otherwise I'm a raving fan!

I asked my good friend Mr Twitter for coffee directions for the Wynyard area, and got directed…read morehere. I'm glad it played out that way. I am often in Sydney for work, and sometimes for fun, and usually get the train to Whynyard. After an early start for one of the firstflights from Tullamarine to Kingsford Smith, coffee is often high on my agenda, and Three Beans Cafe is a welcome sight. Not only is the coffee great, the staff are always on good form, including plenty of banter with regulars they obviously know well and get along with. The food looks amazon as well, although I have never eaten. Long ques possible at peak times, but that's a great sign.

So I started off trying out the milkshakes - twice in a week (naughty naughty) but they were oh so…read moregood; light, frothy, ice cold and perfectly flavoured. Only now have I tried their coffees did I think I could review with justice. Awesome coffee blends, perfect amount of heat and their mocha is probably one of the best I've had. Still tastes like coffee with the perfect amount of Dominican chocolate blend... Mmmmmm I think I've found my new coffee joint! But the cherry on top is the cheery service... "Have an amazing Friday" she says... I will now after that amazing boost to my day!

It was challenging to find a coffee shop that open early, but Starbucks didn't fail me. Service…read morewas great and they have the special city collection mug. I was dying for a strong coffee other than espresso. The store is clean and got a lot of seating. I am surprise to see many local come to Starbucks for coffee, too in the early morning. I guess it a morning coffee before 0630 is not a thing for CBD.

Yes, I know that in Sydney, a city teeming with awesome coffee spots, Starbucks is a sacrilege -…read moreBUT sometimes, a girl just wants her familiar Matcha Green Tea Latte!! The food at Starbucks in Aus is waaaay better than the food offered in the US, so you can definitely get a decent on-the-go snack here. Even better, the app works here too! This location is new, super clean, with lots of seating and the staff here are really nice. It's a good stop off if you're walking from the QVB towards The Rocks. Hold your head high and get that Frappuccino if that's what you're craving!