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I am a sucker for passionate baristas, edgy cafe food and crumbly red brick - so this little spot on Brunswick St has won my heart. Our food was tasty and delicious, the service was quick and informative, the surroundings were comforting and inspiring, and the coffee was strong and flavoursome.
Great find. The coffee here is silky and smooth; not too bitter. I ordered breakfast and it was beautiful. The Potato and Leek rostis were crisp and delicious. Unfortunately they didn't have any Jamon or carrots, but the substitute of roasted beetroot and avocado was enough to compensate. Well worth a visit from me again.
I've been meaning to get into Reverends, as I'm trying to lead a boycott against LTD. I like coffee but I'm no expert. And I like that when I don't seem like I know what I want, Reverends are happy to explain the difference between washed and natural beans. There are no pompous wankers at Reverends, just polite hipsters. Reverends seem to be trying Sunday trading, and I am glad they are. I went in for the coffee and really impressed with the taste of my pour over (I can't recall the method, but I picked up it was like a V60, with a wavey paper and a flat bottom). My Bagel Boys bagel was amazing - the best tomato relish I've ever had. The poor barista and waiter did not seem to be able to cope with a Sunday crowd. They seemed to struggle with the numbers that were rolling in, with their "table of 8 please?" and "where can I put my pram?". This put them off their game - getting orders wrong and overcharging. We get the look you are going for guys - but you have to be able to deal with the "non-regulars" as well. I'm definitely going to go back on a weekday morning and make myself a non-pram-toting-regular.
I adore coffee geeks. Seeking them out everywhere I go, I appreciate few things more than spending time at a gorgeous cafe where people care about their product. Reverends has this in spades. Offering a short but considered breakfast menu and lovely coffee, this was a great place to enjoy breakfast with friends. Service was a tad slow and I am not really a fan of getting my coffee at the same time as my breakfast, but in fairness there was a lot of us to serve. Not being a Brisbane local, I wasn't familiar with Uncle Joe's coffee but I am digging it. Ordering both of the beans on offer for filter that day, I was really impressed with both. Two delicious, bright and juicy coffees made just right. I could have happily stayed longer and nerded out with the baristas had I gone on my own. I was looking forward to checking out Brisbane's coffee scene and this place didn't disappoint.
Trying to find Barista's who can read your mind? Cold pressed coffee fan? Perhaps a skinny Cappuccino? Interested in the new aeropress? All whilst working up an appetite? Look no further! If you've ever been to the valley then you've been past Reverends. This is a venue where your culinary thoughts will be read and your tastes satisfied!
This was one of the worst dining experiences I've ever had. Firstly, I was ignored by all the staff for 20 minutes even though they had seen me and told me it was table service. Eventually I was served but not very politely either. The woman with blonde hair was incredibly insouciant and at one point even made a sighing sound at a female customer which I couldn't believe. I ordered the avocado and almonds on toast. It was ok. It really lacked so much flavour. But this wasn't my issue. The problem started when I investigated the plate and noticed that although the eggs were poached perfectly they had left all the water on the plate which made the entire breakfast soggy beyond belief. Would it be so difficult to drain the water !? The coffee came out cold as well. Very disappointing.
I had a meeting at Reverends yesterday and it had been, admittedly, a long time between drinks. There's a swanky new menu of breakfast and lunch options and a new layout for ordering. Having just come from a Pilates class, I was feeling a little peckish and was thankful for the new menu. I perused and decided upon the poached eggs with sautéed kale and tomato on a slice of vienna with goats cheese. I resent the price for breakfast sometimes but this is one meal I was glad to pay the $14 for. Vibrant green kale popped from the plate as it was delivered to my table and it was perfectly crunchy, the eggs not hard but not runny - the best kind of poach - and the goats cheese spread on the slices of vienna loaf was the kick of flavour that tied the whole dish together. Paired with an iced coffee ($5) and I was set for the day for under $20.
Today was my first time at Reverends and I was holding it in high standard because of my great experience at Ltd yesterday. I absolutely love the store's decor - exposed brick, various bits of coffee making paraphenalia scattered around, and a record player with vinyl in the corner. Very nice. I was greeted quickly and my order taken swifly, but unfortunately that's where the speediness ended. It's not like it took 20 minutes to get my take away coffee made, but it was long enough to make me feel uncomfortable standing around waiting for it. They were busy, but not super busy. They just seem like the kind of people who don't rush things, so fair enough. The coffee itself was good, though not great. Similar to Ltd, I enjoyed being able to drink my coffee at a comfortable temperature. The coffee itself lacked the same enjoyable taste though and I'd merely describe it as 'doing the job'. I would return to Reverends if someone asked me to come along, but with a better coffee shop only two doors down I'd be more likely to go there.
Tossed up between giving this place 3 or 4 stars, but I settled on 3 for a reason. Despite the coffee being quite good and the bagel nice, this place gets so so hot it's ridiculous which makes the dining experience a tad uncomfortable (and it wasn't even that hot today). While the service was okay, it was more just "do your own thing and we'll eventually get to you..." We had to find our own table (it was busy so quite difficult) and then we sat there for a good 15 minutes before getting menus...once we got the menus we then waited another 20 or so minutes before being served. I wouldn't say that it was overly busy so I should have expected to wait... It's really not that hard to greet someone and then at least give them some menus... The good thing was they were quick with the coffees once we'd ordered so that relieved the tension as I'm not one to like waiting 45 minutes for a coffee... The staff were relatively friendly - nothing exceptional but not bad. The bagel was nice and filling. I'd probably go back again so suss things out and sit in a different spot - hoping I wouldn't die from the heat (I think it was partly because the coffee machine was near us and so the general heat from that was a bit too much...) I wouldn't class it as a favourite but the vibe was good :) I'd probably pop in for a takeaway coffee if there was a next time :)
Sunday brekky here after shows on the weekend. One of the best breakfasts I've ever had. Great simple food done with love, fresh ingredients and the coffee is great too. I had the breakfast bowl: poached eggs, sweet potato, pea shoots, spinach, avocado and butter beans, with a side of their in house glazed ham and gluten free toast. So awesome! The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars was because service was a little slow and the waitress forgot our coffee. But I'll be coming back.
We loved this place. Great food, great coffee, friendly service, and a nice chill atmosphere in which to enjoy a leisurely meal and strike up conversation with others seated nearby. I loved their breakfast because haloumi! I think that's pretty much all that needs to be said. read more
6 years ago
It was my birthday today and I had a bit of time to kill before work, and I happened to see a post by Reverends Fine Coffee on Instagram. And I was tempted to give it a go. It had been a long while since I visited a cafe myself and had a bit of me time. Reverends Fine Coffee is situated in the Fortitude Valley neighboring a bunch of other cafes and restaurants. I ordered a skinny cap and one lamington. The coffee was amazing and I really appreciated that they used real chocolate on top instead of cocoa powder. The coffee was silky and smooth. It didn't give me that bitter and acidic aftertaste, which was to my appealing. As for the lamington, I liked it too but the cake was a bit dry but the chocolate coating and coconut shreds compensated the fact that the cake wasn't moist enough. But the good thing was the lamington wasn't overly sweet. Another thing I liked about the café was their interior design and layout of the cafe. The café is divided into indoor and outdoor seatings. I chose a table inside as shown in the pic. I loved the industrial vibe the room provided (that brick wall was everything) and the art works on the wall were well appreciated and gave an artistic feel. The music playing in the background was also really soothing and relaxing. The service was alright, but not outstanding. Except for the the brief moments where I placed my order, there was basically no more interaction with the staff. All in all, it was a pleasant experience. Will go back some other time. read more
I came here with my daughter, as she had highly recommend it for there coffee, and food . The service was good and attentive. The coffee was excellent, very different to what I have tasted for quite a while. We ordered the bagels, mine was the the chilli bacon bagel with egg and my daughter had the vegetarian bagel. The real let down was the toilet, enough said after a enjoyable meal . The reason for three stars. All I can say is go for the food, & coffee by all means , go to the loo before you go . read more
13 years ago
I am a sucker for passionate baristas, edgy cafe food and crumbly red brick - so this little spot on Brunswick St has won my heart. Our food was tasty and delicious, the service was quick and informative, the surroundings were comforting and inspiring, and the coffee was strong and flavoursome. read more
11 years ago
Coffee Roaster: Uncle Joe's Coffee. Coffee Origin: Ethiopia (Purple Haze) Tasted as: Long black. Personal taste: Great afternoon coffee to help relax and unwind. It's very much like a good bottle of wine, savor every note. One of my favorite coffees from one of the most exciting roasters. read more
12 years ago
Great find. The coffee here is silky and smooth; not too bitter. I ordered breakfast and it was beautiful. The Potato and Leek rostis were crisp and delicious. Unfortunately they didn't have any Jamon or carrots, but the substitute of roasted beetroot and avocado was enough to compensate. Well worth a visit from me again. read more
I've been meaning to get into Reverends, as I'm trying to lead a boycott against LTD. I like coffee but I'm no expert. And I like that when I don't seem like I know what I want, Reverends are happy to explain the difference between washed and natural beans. There are no pompous wankers at Reverends, just polite hipsters. Reverends seem to be trying Sunday trading, and I am glad they are. I went in for the coffee and really impressed with the taste of my pour over (I can't recall the method, but I picked up it was like a V60, with a wavey paper and a flat bottom). My Bagel Boys bagel was amazing - the best tomato relish I've ever had. The poor barista and waiter did not seem to be able to cope with a Sunday crowd. They seemed to struggle with the numbers that were rolling in, with their "table of 8 please?" and "where can I put my pram?". This put them off their game - getting orders wrong and overcharging. We get the look you are going for guys - but you have to be able to deal with the "non-regulars" as well. I'm definitely going to go back on a weekday morning and make myself a non-pram-toting-regular. read more
I adore coffee geeks. Seeking them out everywhere I go, I appreciate few things more than spending time at a gorgeous cafe where people care about their product. Reverends has this in spades. Offering a short but considered breakfast menu and lovely coffee, this was a great place to enjoy breakfast with friends. Service was a tad slow and I am not really a fan of getting my coffee at the same time as my breakfast, but in fairness there was a lot of us to serve. Not being a Brisbane local, I wasn't familiar with Uncle Joe's coffee but I am digging it. Ordering both of the beans on offer for filter that day, I was really impressed with both. Two delicious, bright and juicy coffees made just right. I could have happily stayed longer and nerded out with the baristas had I gone on my own. I was looking forward to checking out Brisbane's coffee scene and this place didn't disappoint. read more
13 years ago
Trying to find Barista's who can read your mind? Cold pressed coffee fan? Perhaps a skinny Cappuccino? Interested in the new aeropress? All whilst working up an appetite? Look no further! If you've ever been to the valley then you've been past Reverends. This is a venue where your culinary thoughts will be read and your tastes satisfied! read more
This was one of the worst dining experiences I've ever had. Firstly, I was ignored by all the staff for 20 minutes even though they had seen me and told me it was table service. Eventually I was served but not very politely either. The woman with blonde hair was incredibly insouciant and at one point even made a sighing sound at a female customer which I couldn't believe. I ordered the avocado and almonds on toast. It was ok. It really lacked so much flavour. But this wasn't my issue. The problem started when I investigated the plate and noticed that although the eggs were poached perfectly they had left all the water on the plate which made the entire breakfast soggy beyond belief. Would it be so difficult to drain the water !? The coffee came out cold as well. Very disappointing. read more
I had a meeting at Reverends yesterday and it had been, admittedly, a long time between drinks. There's a swanky new menu of breakfast and lunch options and a new layout for ordering. Having just come from a Pilates class, I was feeling a little peckish and was thankful for the new menu. I perused and decided upon the poached eggs with sautéed kale and tomato on a slice of vienna with goats cheese. I resent the price for breakfast sometimes but this is one meal I was glad to pay the $14 for. Vibrant green kale popped from the plate as it was delivered to my table and it was perfectly crunchy, the eggs not hard but not runny - the best kind of poach - and the goats cheese spread on the slices of vienna loaf was the kick of flavour that tied the whole dish together. Paired with an iced coffee ($5) and I was set for the day for under $20. read more
Today was my first time at Reverends and I was holding it in high standard because of my great experience at Ltd yesterday. I absolutely love the store's decor - exposed brick, various bits of coffee making paraphenalia scattered around, and a record player with vinyl in the corner. Very nice. I was greeted quickly and my order taken swifly, but unfortunately that's where the speediness ended. It's not like it took 20 minutes to get my take away coffee made, but it was long enough to make me feel uncomfortable standing around waiting for it. They were busy, but not super busy. They just seem like the kind of people who don't rush things, so fair enough. The coffee itself was good, though not great. Similar to Ltd, I enjoyed being able to drink my coffee at a comfortable temperature. The coffee itself lacked the same enjoyable taste though and I'd merely describe it as 'doing the job'. I would return to Reverends if someone asked me to come along, but with a better coffee shop only two doors down I'd be more likely to go there. read more
12 years ago
Tossed up between giving this place 3 or 4 stars, but I settled on 3 for a reason. Despite the coffee being quite good and the bagel nice, this place gets so so hot it's ridiculous which makes the dining experience a tad uncomfortable (and it wasn't even that hot today). While the service was okay, it was more just "do your own thing and we'll eventually get to you..." We had to find our own table (it was busy so quite difficult) and then we sat there for a good 15 minutes before getting menus...once we got the menus we then waited another 20 or so minutes before being served. I wouldn't say that it was overly busy so I should have expected to wait... It's really not that hard to greet someone and then at least give them some menus... The good thing was they were quick with the coffees once we'd ordered so that relieved the tension as I'm not one to like waiting 45 minutes for a coffee... The staff were relatively friendly - nothing exceptional but not bad. The bagel was nice and filling. I'd probably go back again so suss things out and sit in a different spot - hoping I wouldn't die from the heat (I think it was partly because the coffee machine was near us and so the general heat from that was a bit too much...) I wouldn't class it as a favourite but the vibe was good :) I'd probably pop in for a takeaway coffee if there was a next time :) read more
11 years ago
Sunday brekky here after shows on the weekend. One of the best breakfasts I've ever had. Great simple food done with love, fresh ingredients and the coffee is great too. I had the breakfast bowl: poached eggs, sweet potato, pea shoots, spinach, avocado and butter beans, with a side of their in house glazed ham and gluten free toast. So awesome! The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars was because service was a little slow and the waitress forgot our coffee. But I'll be coming back. read more
8 years ago
The coffee and burger in this place are incredible! And they have a gluten free bagel they can sub as the bun, which sounds odd but is delicious. I wish this place was a franchise. read more
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Fortitude Valley Queensland 4006
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