Neighbourhood Coffee

You'll walk past this one easily if you're not paying attention – it sits quietly on St Mary's Terrace like it's always belonged there. Inside, the stripped-back fit-out lets the coffee do the talking, and it speaks volumes. The baristas actually know what they're doing here, pulling shots that taste like they care about what's in your cup. This isn't trying to be the flashiest spot in town, and that's exactly why it works. You can settle in with your laptop without feeling rushed, or grab a proper flat white on your way to work. The kind of place that makes you wonder why more coffee shops can't just get the basics this right.