Nano Espresso, Surry Hills

Nano Espresso Coffee (roasted by toby's estate). 28 Albion St, Surry Hills. Apart from this sandwich board, I wouldn't have noticed this place. I saw it on my way to Single Origin roasters, which is only a block away. This is a surprising place to set up a cafe that takes its coffee so seriously - there's a sense that the coffee purists will be drawn back to Single O.

Inside there are all manner of great little touches, the mini cups and saucers, miniature sauces: it's a quirky, playful space. One wall is covered with astroturf, and there's a chandelier made of takeaway coffee cups.

Staff are friendly - the barista in particular is up for a chat, and the coffee is well made and very pleasant: it even comes with a free chocolate freckle, another good touch. I wish them every success.

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