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Rating: 4/5 Coffee Cups

While sauntering through the mall M and G were drawn to the eclectic hub of Marbecks in Wall Street. After perusing the jazzy selection of music and literature on offer, they decided to hit up the café in the corner, as M had a free coffee to redeem.

Marbecks is the perfect place for those lone rangers out there who need a break from study or their flat to grab a cup of joe in peace. They also have some pretty sweet food on display, with big piles of the brownies and blondies for which they are well known. While M ordered a long black, G was inspecting the wall art, clad with posters of cult classics and band tee shirts. Marbecks definitely has a cool factor, generated by the tasteful décor that isn’t too in-your-face. There is always something new to discover, whether it be the upside down teacup lights they have over the counter or the enormous fripples on one of the paintings on the wall.

M was very pleased with the customer service at Marbecks – the male barista was chatty and friendly, and demonstrated some excellent coffee-crafting skills. M and G’s coffees came in cool art deco gold and white Supreme cups, topping off the funky décor. G’s only complaint was that the tables and chairs were kind of close together, making it hard to move around when the place is bustling with mums on coffee dates. Being able to browse the latest novels and listen to some choons while you sip on your mach is glorious.

M’s coffee had the perfect balance of flavour and smoothness; the Supreme beans made for a lovely experience. He was happily sipping away while people-watching from the seats located outside the main shop. G is a fan of sitting at the wooden benches by the window and watching the patrons of Maher try on the latest pair of eye-talian crocodile skin cunt-hunter shoes. You’d be surprised at who you spot in there.

The main broad who works there is also always up for a chat about their perpetual stock of Keep Cups. Marbecks is a good place to buy into this latest trend, with a huge collection of eco-cups on offer. They’ll help you find some pleasing colour combos, fill your cup with espresso and send you on your way.