Fireworks cafe, Austinmer

fireworks cafe, austinmer Toby’s estate coffee. A little removed from the beach in this waterside suburb south of sydney, north of wollongong. This space feels like a newtown gallery – a scattering of tables, and a cushioned bench seat along two walls. The waitstaff seem familiar with the locals; the place is child friendly, and …

About Thyme, Cremorne

About thyme, cremorne Toby’s estate coffee. 362 Military Rd, Cremorne. This place is a combination of deli and food court style eatery. After ordering at the counter, you’re directed to a bench where there’s self-serve water, cutlery and serviettes. The conversations of fellow diners is drowned out by the background music: some ambient jazz. There’s …

Sappho books / Café, Glebe

Sapho books / café, glebe Toby’s estate (fair-trade) coffee. 51 Glebe Point Rd, Glebe. At the back of a second hand bookshop is a tranquil courtyard with matching espresso bar. Open to suggestions as to how to make coffees, the staff are much more easy going than I probably deserve. Coffee takes a little while …

Pickle Factory, Tathra Beach

Pickle factory, tathra beach Toby’s Estate coffee. Mostly a homewares store, but like most stores in Tathra Beach, it has an espresso machine. Coffee is hot, a little thin, but somehow doesn’t taste very good. For coffee, keep checking out the competition, would be my advice. For homewares, though, it rivals stores in the heart …

Blackwattle Deli, Sydney Fish Markets, Pyrmont

Blackwattle deli, sydney fish markets, pyrmont Toby’s estate coffee. Shop 8A, Sydney Fish Markets Pyrmont. The fish markets are a haven for foodies, and this deli with seating for 15-20 is where they can buy their non-foodie treats. Staff are friendly, though living in fear of the tidal rush of busyness that is endemic to …

Living Juice, Broadway

Living juice, broadway Toby’s estate organic coffee. Shop M101, Broadway Shopping Centre, Broadway. Mostly a juice bar, but the Toby’s sign, and non-matching cups, are calling out to me. Coffee isn’t fresh ground, but is taken from the hopper, so I’m not too optimistic here. Coffee is hot, a bit thin, and has a lot …

Blind Toucan café, Kangaroo Valley

Blind toucan café, kangaroo valley Toby’s estate coffee. Shop 3/165 Moss Vale Road, Kangaroo Valley. Same prices as the city, with generous servings of food. Appears to have a sense of humour about it; a couple of jokes are on display near the coffee machine. Coffee is quite hot, well enough made. A safe spot …