Espresso Garage
A much-loved South Bank cafe — 4.4 stars from 540-plus reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Espresso Garage is a much-loved South Bank cafe, with a 4.4-star average from more than 540 reviews.
A rating that high across hundreds of visits usually means the essentials are nailed — good coffee, a welcoming room and the consistency that turns first-timers into regulars.
South Bank sits just across the river from the CBD, surrounded by parklands and the cultural precinct and easy to reach by foot or ferry. Espresso Garage suits a quality coffee, a casual brunch or a catch-up — and it's busiest, and at its best, through the morning.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- 06:00 – 13:00
- TuesdayToday
- 06:00 – 13:00
- Wednesday
- 06:00 – 13:00
- Thursday
- 06:00 – 13:00
- Friday
- 06:00 – 13:00
- Saturday
- 06:00 – 13:00
- Sunday
- 06:00 – 13:00
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 75
- Popularity
- 83
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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