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Benchtop Espresso
Coffee
Most frequently praised item in the reviews, with repeated mentions of great, delicious, and best-in-town coffee. Reviewers especially highlighted the espresso, iced latte, double espresso, cappuccino, and caramel latte as high quality and well made.
Iced Latte
Recommended multiple times for being delicious, excellent value, and served in a smaller cup as requested. Several reviewers specifically called out the iced latte as a standout coffee order.
Breakfast Burger
Mentioned as a top brekky choice, with one reviewer calling it "THE BEST BREKKY BURGER!!!" and another saying the breakfast burgers were really tasty.
Bagel With Eggs
Praised for being packed with flavor and served as a satisfying breakfast option. Variations like bagel with poached egg and salmon with cream cheese bagel were also positively mentioned.
Croissant
Both meat and vegetarian croissants were described as excellent, and Nutella croissants were specifically recommended by another reviewer.
Baklava
Called tasty and enjoyed alongside the coffee, making it one of the highlighted sweet items in the reviews.
Halloumi Burger
Tasted good according to one reviewer, making it a positively mentioned savory dish even though the caramelized onion texture was noted as odd.
Carrot Cake
Mentioned as delicious, along with the almond cake, and recommended as a sweet treat with coffee.
Almond Cake
Praised as delicious and part of a well-liked dessert pairing with the cafe's coffee.
Vegan Toasted Sandwich
Described as amazing with authentic Middle Eastern flavors, making it a standout vegan option.
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM to 2:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6 AM to 2:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM to 2:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM to 2:30 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM to 2:30 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM to 2 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM to 2 PM |
About Benchtop Espresso
Benchtop Espresso is a coffee shop and breakfast restaurant in Lismore, New South Wales. It serves coffee, breakfast, brunch, lunch, dessert, and small plates, with vegan, vegetarian, gluten free bread, and healthy options also mentioned by reviewers. Reviewers consistently praise the friendly staff, strong coffee, and good value, with many noting quick service and a relaxed place to sit, work, or grab takeaway. The cafe has outdoor footpath and arcade seating, and it is popular with groups, solo diners, and people looking for breakfast or lunch.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Curbside pickup
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Solo dining
- Good for working on laptop
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Coffee
- Healthy options
- Organic dishes
- Prepared foods
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
Frequently asked questions
What is Benchtop Espresso known for?
It is best known for its coffee, especially iced lattes, double espressos, and caramel lattes, along with breakfast items like breakfast burgers and bagels. Reviewers also repeatedly mention the friendly service and say the cafe is a strong choice for a casual brekky or a quick takeaway coffee in Lismore.
What dishes are most recommended at Benchtop Espresso?
Reviewers most often highlight the halloumi burger, bagels with eggs, salmon and cream cheese bagel, breakfast burgers, croissants, and carrot cake. The vegan toasted sandwich and baklava also get positive mentions for their Middle Eastern flavors and solid execution.
What is the atmosphere like at Benchtop Espresso?
The vibe is casual, cozy, and a bit trendy, with outdoor footpath seating and tables in the adjacent arcade. It suits groups, solo diners, and people working on a laptop, and reviews describe it as relaxed, chilled, and busy early in the morning.
Is Benchtop Espresso good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, many reviewers describe it as reasonably priced, and the listed price range is A$1 to 20. One review called an 8oz double-shot latte at A$5.70 excellent value, though another noted breakfast burgers at A$18 each felt expensive without fries.
When is the best time to visit Benchtop Espresso?
It can get busy early, especially on Saturday mornings and Sunday mornings, when reviewers mention full seats and lots of takeaway coffee orders. If you want a quieter visit, going for a quick coffee or using the online order option may help reduce wait time.
Is parking available at Benchtop Espresso?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking is available.
Does Benchtop Espresso have vegetarian options?
Yes, Benchtop Espresso offers vegan options.
Is Benchtop Espresso kid-friendly?
Yes, Benchtop Espresso is good for kids.
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