Larte

We were driving through Bulimba the other day seeking a restaurant to host a dinner party later in the week and took the chance to visit a new coffee shop which we were yet to sample. Larte is located on Riding Road in Hawthorne and is sneakily hidden in a little group of shops, making it a little difficult to spot at first. However, there is plenty of parking around so once you sight it, it's easy to pull over and pop in. 

This location has housed a cafe for around 2 years but was taken over in March by new owners who have breathed a new life into this funky joint. The interior has fresh and interesting decor with a little section of jewellery and nic-naks which make for great browsing whilst waiting for your brew. When we entered we were greeted by a couple of very friendly and welcoming staff. The cafe was suprisingly quiet but the girls informed us we had just missed the morning breakfast rush - lucky us!

My accomplice is a well practiced coffee drinker who loves a very strong cup, so we went to order my usual cap and her double shot latte. The lovely barista warned us that the beans they use are generally a stronger blend and perhaps the double shot may be a little much. After some deliberation the latte order was left at a double shot and we were very impressed by the barista's forthcoming willingness to make another coffee if it was not to taste, love good service! 

The coffees came in great time and were delish! The double shot didn't end up being too strong for my lovely sidekick - however she does warn it is definitely a stronger blend then a mainstream brew and may be too strong for most. What absolutely made the coffee for me was the melt in your mouth almond shortbread served complementary with the coffees. Today we did not order any sweet treats which made the shortbread just that extra bit wonderful! 
Overall, Larte is a wonderful addition to the area and with great service, good coffee and complementary shortbread it is certainly worth a visit. 


Food - N.A (though the breakfast menu looked a treat)
Coffee - 4/5 Made that extra bit better by the bikkie
Atmosphere - 3.5/5