19 – 21 Leveson St, North Melbourne 3051
Coffee Brand – Di Bella
Di Bella represents the type of in-house roasting coffee establishment that covers all bases. Their staff are very well informed, their baristas are efficient and their coffee is (a) well made, (b) the same on each visit and (c) well aligned to traditional styles. They maintain strict control over their roasting processes and as such deliver quality in every cup. They are ahead of the curve when it comes to ‘roast your own blend’ cafes around town and they keep their eye on task with brilliance that is thorough and consistent but doesn’t push the envelope.
One of the standout features of Di Bella is the service. It is friendly, humble and knowledgeable. Ask them about their coffee and they are willing to explain in a manner that makes you feel like you part of the process and they don’t talk down to you.
Di Bella has been open in North Melbourne for a couple of years now, and it is easy to see them staying open for many more. The place exudes an understated class without big-noting itself, but at the same time you can trust in service and quality. This roasting warehouse is very much the ‘girl next door’, and she is blossoming into the kind of woman you’d be proud to take to your parents.
Score Summary. NOTE: Doppio Ristretto ordered on 2nd and 3rd visits.
Macchiato: 17, 16, 16
Espresso: 15.5, 15, 16
Ristretto: 17, 15, 16
Overall Mean Score: 16. Highly Recommended
