Thomas Melbourne

Although I work in a corporate high rise in Melbourne's CBD, I am more passionate about coffee and food than copiers or paperclips! As a student, I worked in several cafes and function centres as a waiter and later as a barista. It was during this time than my love of food, coffee and wine really

  • 5.3

    Thomas Melbourne wrote a review for The Bell Jar 1 year ago

    Staff are friendly enough, though inefficient (I had to ask to order three times from two different staff). Service for food really is terrible - waited an... Read more

  • 9.0

    Thomas Melbourne wrote a review for One Penny Black 2 years ago

    This cosy little treasure in the heart of the Hunter Street Mall just gets it all! Staff are fastidious about machine maintenance and cleaning and each... Read more

  • 8.5

    Thomas Melbourne wrote a review for Three Bean Espresso 2 years ago

    One of only a handful of places I would recommend for breakfast in Newcastle, Three Bean has earned a reputation as a Novocastrian Institution, if not an Icon.... Read more

  • 7.0

    Thomas Melbourne wrote a review for Federal Coffee Palace 2 years ago

    I understand why the reviews for this place are mixed it’s a shame. I don’t think a lack of machine maintenance is the issue - it’s the barista’s. I... Read more

  • 8.3

    Thomas Melbourne wrote a review for The European 2 years ago

    This is one of my favourite places at the moment. The old world charm is very comforting especially when bitterly cold or pouring with rain. In summer, the... Read more

  • 4.8

    Thomas Melbourne wrote a review for Di Bella Roasting House 2 years ago

    While the coffee is good, I don't understand the rave reviews over the food. It's basic and doesn't stand out from the next place. A lot of it is bought in... Read more

  • 7.5

    Thomas Melbourne wrote a review for The Maling Room 2 years ago

    This place is just lovely. I admit the service isn't overly friendly but then I wouldn't call it bad or rude either. It's interesting that some of the... Read more

  • 8.5

    Thomas Melbourne wrote a review for Bang Espresso 2 years ago

    I went to Cairns for a wedding and was apprehensive about the coffee. After reading reviews about Bang, I decided to try it and was amazed! The decor is... Read more

  • 3.3

    Thomas Melbourne wrote a review for Pellegrini's 2 years ago

    After reading glowing accolades from the Melbourne Coffee review, I was excited to visit Pellegrini's. The review included the bold statement that "if you... Read more