I’m just gonna come right out and say it: Allpress Espresso is the worst. If you use Allpress Espresso beans, for goodness’ sake don’t advertise it! That was Front Room’s first mistake. The barista actually did a really good job, leaving me a bit conflicted over whether or not to consider it an average 0, but no, it still had that Allpress toxicity about it. The baked goods in the counter looked like something from a convenience store – tall, uniform muffins with icing on top and enormous donuts with even more icing – everything looked cheap and nasty. The BB was no exception, with its sugary crust and cakey flavour. Despite today’s negative experience, I have, in the past been a Front Room Regular. In 2018, the delivery craze was in full swing and I frequently wanted my Sunday breakfast delivered. But while it was easy to order a cafe breakfast, it wasn’t the same with drinks. No one would deliver a flat white… except these guys! Even though it was further away than many cafes, they would deliver a real coffee when no-one else would. It’s still kinda hard to get a barista-made coffee through UberEats, but I guess I’m just not that desperate anymore, and unless you’re really desperate, there’s no reason to come to The Front Room.
Coffee: -1
BB: -1