Cafe Preston Menu
Long Black
Long Black is a hot espresso coffee with filtered water, rich crema, chocolate depth, gentle fruit sweetness and a clean roasted finish for slow mornings or quick takeaway orders.
$4.50
Product Details
This hot black coffee is built around balance: espresso, hot filtered water and crema, poured so the aroma, roast and natural sweetness stay present.
It suits a quiet breakfast, a quick takeaway stop near High Street or a simple coffee break before heading through Thornbury or Reservoir.
Ingredients
EspressoHot filtered waterCoffee beansCremaOptional sugarOptional extra shotOptional splash of milk
A typical serve contains no dairy unless milk is added. Some batches may contain traces of soy, nuts or other allergens, so ask the café team before ordering if you have an allergy or dietary requirement.
Best With
Almond Croissant
Buttery pastry and almond cream give the black coffee a sweet, nutty pairing without making the cup feel heavy.
Ham Cheese Toastie
Crisp toast, ham and melted cheese work neatly beside the drink’s clean bitterness and roasted espresso body.
Banana Bread
Moist banana loaf brings gentle sweetness that softens the coffee’s darker notes while keeping the order simple.
Product Information
A clean hot black coffee for breakfast, takeaway and slower starts
This drink is made for customers who want espresso flavour without milk softening the cup. The water opens the aroma, the crema gives texture, and the finish stays clear.
It works well when you want something classic, direct and easy to pair with a pastry, toastie or cabinet item before the day gets busy.
Order From The Cafe
A classic black espresso coffee from the bar
Order this drink from Cafe Preston when you want a hot coffee with body, aroma and enough roasted depth to carry breakfast, brunch or a quick takeaway order.
- Espresso poured over hot filtered water
- Clear black coffee flavour without milk texture
- Good with pastries, toasties, banana bread or breakfast food
- Best enjoyed fresh while the crema is still present
- Available as a dine-in or takeaway hot coffee
- A classic option when you want espresso flavour with a longer finish
- Easy to pair with something buttery, savoury or lightly sweet
Order detailsAvailable while the coffee bar is servingBest enjoyed fresh for breakfast, brunch or takeaway.
Product Quality
A hot black coffee built around espresso clarity and careful sourcing
A good long black should taste structured, aromatic and clean. The espresso needs enough sweetness and body to sit over hot water without turning thin, while the finish should stay rounded rather than harsh.
That balance can come from beans like Market Lane Coffee's seasonal espresso, which brings chocolate fudge, macadamia and dried apricot character from São Benedito in Piatã, Bahia and San Antonio Selection in Inzá, Cauca. Black Bag Roasters gives a local Richmond roasting reference for scaled hospitality supply, Nomad Coffee Group shows how wholesale coffee partnerships support service across Australia, Billi sets the water-filtration standard, The Milk Guys can support Melbourne operators with dairy when a guest asks for a splash, and Bippi Foods adds a Victorian condiment reference for savoury cabinet pairings.
About Our Cafe
Customer Pick
“A long black and something buttery from the cabinet keeps the order simple, balanced and easy to enjoy.”
— Cafe customer
About The Cafe
Specialty coffee, fresh cafe food, long black, pastries, breakfast favourites and easy takeaway options.
Opening Hours
Mon – Fri7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sat – Sun7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
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