Outpost Espresso

This café does seriously good coffee, which is unheard of on the Northern Beaches; not too bitter or burnt! Other reviewers seem to moan about Campos but I’m not entirely sure why. I’ve never had to wait for more than a few moments for my coffee but I’d expect there to be a queue on weekdays for the morning hit.
They are one of the few stores selling Brasserie Bread which is the best money can buy this far North of the CBD.
The local firies can often be found here ordering for the entire squadron — surely a good sign?

The coffee is Campos; the café has a warm and welcoming ambience and so to are the staff. I order my large Mocha ($ 3.20) and take up my seat at the communal wooden table and strike up and easy conversation with a couple who are admiring my daughter as she munches away on her chocolate gingerbread. I have a sour cherry and raisin toast ($ 4.50) and enjoy the unexpected flavour burst of the cherries.
Its bustling with people and the two tables outside are packed I turn around to admire the view of Long Reef out the window, then turn around to admire the lilies in the vase with the big leaf wrapped around it — nice touch I think. There are also T2 teas available for sale in an old antique display that has a seat that hand-​wheels out. Plain luggage tags that have been hand stamped label all the products.
Verdict: Great coffee, great atmosphere, good food and great location.