Cafes

Ernest and Ernesto Espresso Bar

4.8 113 reviews Closed 57 Wellington St, Longford TAS 7301, Australia

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Ernest and Ernesto Espresso Bar, nestled at 57 Wellington St in Longford, Tasmania, has captured the hearts of locals and visitors alike. This charming café exudes a warm and inviting atmosphere, where regulars are greeted by name, fostering a sense of community. Customers like Kenny Macleod rave about the delightful oat latte, while Gerry Buitendag highlights the intimate ambiance paired with delectable offerings such as chocolate tart.

What sets this café apart is its owner and barista, Phil, who effortlessly blends the art of coffee-making with engaging conversation. Steven Heath describes it as a "salon" experience, where the unique decor and delightful snacks – including scrumptious cookies and locally made cakes – invite patrons to linger and connect. Megan Rose celebrates its Cuban vibe, inspired by the café's namesakes, Hemingway and Guevara, while Gina Olivieri appreciates Phil's thoughtful service, ensuring even a babycino is just right for her daughter.

With exceptional coffee, inviting charm, and a character-filled environment, Ernest and Ernesto Espresso Bar is not just a destination for caffeine; it’s a memorable experience that resonates long after the last sip.

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Amenities & More

Service options

Onsite services
Takeout
Dine-in
Delivery

Highlights

Great coffee

Popular for

Solo dining

Dining options

Dessert

Amenities

Bar onsite

Atmosphere

Casual
Cozy

Crowd

Tourists

Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Ernest and Ernesto Espresso Bar before visiting.

Reviews for Ernest and Ernesto Espresso Bar

4.8

113 reviews

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Review highlights

Based on 113 reviews

Ernest and Ernesto Espresso Bar is widely praised for its warm, welcoming atmosphere and personable service, often highlighted as a key part of the experience. Customers appreciate the friendly owner/barista's engaging interactions, which foster a sense of community and familiarity among patrons. The coffee offerings, particularly oat lattes and doppios, receive consistent positive mentions for their quality and flavor. Additionally, the café’s dessert selection, including carrot cake and chocolate tart, is frequently commended. The establishment's unique Cuban-inspired vibe adds to its charm, making it a notable spot for both locals and visitors seeking a cozy, relaxed environment paired with excellent coffee and thoughtful customer care.

Kenny Macleod

Aug 25, 2025

Best oat latte I've had in a while. Very friendly cafe with lots of regulars, all greeted by name as they entered.

Gerry Buitendag

Aug 10, 2025

Fabulous atmosphere in this intimate coffee shop. Wonderful interaction from the owner/barista. Coffee was good and the chocolate tart was amazing.

Steven Heath

Aug 09, 2025

25/5/22 Back today after being OS for a couple of months and Ernest & Ernesto is still a lovely place to relax, enjoy a fab Doppio plus the excellent conversation. I am home! Even indulged in a scrumptious carrot cake. 3/3/22-1/4/22 Ernest and Ernesto (unexpectedly) became a welcoming home away from home, while house (and pet) sitting in the delightful Longford. A rather enjoyable Doppio ($5.00), scrumy snacks (cookies, biscuits and cake - locally made) and of course Mr Phil, the owner/barista/raconteur. Phil has created what I dubbed, a 'salon' like experience. There is always a surprise in the decor (I sat there wondering if Phil moved things around daily to intrigue customers) and his collection of all things coffee, cigar and of course Messrs Hemingway & Guevara. I could (and often did) sit for hours chatting to Phil and my fellow 'salonistas'. Thank goodness he doesn't do cooked food (or tea!), or I would have been there from opening to closing. Undoubtedly my favourite cafe experience and with a return to Longford imminent - I'll be back!

Megan Rose

Jul 17, 2025

Loved our visit and the owner barista is a real character. He named the place after Ernest Hemingway and Che Guevara whose real name was Ernesto. Do the place has a real Cuban vibe.

Gina Olivieri

Jul 04, 2025

An unexpected highlight of our holiday! A cute little place with excellent coffee and delicious cake. I was especially grateful to the lovely man pulling coffees who made sure my daughter's babycino was the right temperature. He had some kind words for her too, and it was just a really delightful experience all round. Thank you!

Darin Nurse

Jun 13, 2025

Outstanding quality coffee brewed to perfection by the owner/barista and man of the world Fillip. Always an experience of the highest order.

Adrian Van Luin

May 08, 2025

Awesome little place to grab a perfect Brew as we passed through. The interior has you looking around the room checking everything out while you wait for your cup of coffee.