Cup of Truth

Cup of Truth in the Melbourne Coffee Review

Hidden beneath Flinders Street in the Campbell Arcade, Cup of Truth epitomises “small is beautiful” thinking. Whether you’re on the run to catch the 7:15am to Richmond or wanting to linger, staff are engaging and friendly.

Focused solely on serving quality coffee, this dinky black-tiled servery has the appropriate technology to do just that, deftly pulling crips, glossy lattes and heart-starting espresso shots for passing commuters and lingering arcade denizens.

Your cup will arrive with citrus and caramel aromas, seducing with its balance of sweetness and bitter grip, and leave memorable notes of flint and cedar. The test of truth lies in the country-style honesty cup on the counter, where you place your payment and sort out your own change.

Rating: 2 beans