Double Tap Coffee

Walking down Smith Street, the aroma hits you first. A rich, magnetic pull of on-site roasted beans. Double Tap Coffee is that ultimate Inner West staple—doing the absolute most with zero pretense. Visiting Melbourne coffee purists and serious espresso-hoppers constantly drop praise for their dialled-in extraction and ridiculously smooth cold brew. Zero acidity. Pure, balanced magic. The crew here knows their beans inside out, pulling shots with serious precision while keeping the vibe incredibly warm and laid-back. Grab a seat out on the footpath under the umbrellas. You’ll want to pair that flawless flat white with one of their killer sourdough toasties. That avo, corn, chicken, and chipotle sandwich? A massive crowd-pleaser with the ultimate crunch. Throw in a slice of poppy seed orange or mango-coconut cake for good measure. Brilliant basics, executed flawlessly.