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Bomb Café

Bomb Café
229 Johnston St
Abbotsford
Ph (03) 9486 0699

I stumbled across this place by accident. Having a spare 10 minutes, I drop in for a coffee.

Walking in the red front door, the first thing I notice is the fresh baguettes being prepared and an assortment of pastries behind glass.

Just three tables in this cosy front room; one a half-height coffee table for the L-shaped bench which I sit at.

“Are you aware there’s two types of coffee?” I’m asked, having just ordered a coffee and sat down. “No,” I reply, “What are they?” The answer is “Strong Italian style Genovese or a smooth organic one.” I choose the organic. I receive a loverly smooth and well made latte. Later I ask what type of organic coffee it was. “Gravity – an organic type,” I’m told, “It’s not available in supermarkets or anything.”

Bomb Cafe Photo

In the front room here it’s quiet compared to outside. A guitar and vocal track plays. A local comes in and talks about a protest she attended. I hear the staff talk about a smear campaign against The Greens, and The Greens preferences. I think The Greens would get support here.

Five bar stools in the front window. A reader sits at one, with coffee. On the menu: Baguettes, five choices, Bruschetta, four choices, Risotto, three choices. Nothing costs more than $10. Friendly staff, smiles.

This place is really quite discreet. I didn’t even notice there was a section out the back until two people appeared from a doorway to pay their bill.

In the 10 minutes I had I really liked this cafe. 15.5/20.

23 November 06 by Lawrence Martin

5 Comments for Bomb Café

  1. On your recommendation I went there today. Great cafe, loved the vibe, coffee, food and price. Only shame was I could only find a 30min park.

    — Tim Jeffries · Jun 15, 03:18 PM · #

  2. I’m glad you liked the cafe. I’ve been meaning to get back there myself. Yes, parking would be a bit tricky around there, I remember so. Of course, to avoid the worry of parking at all — ditch the car!

    — Lawrence · Jun 21, 05:29 PM · #

  3. great cafe, very relaxed atmosphere and friendly staff. bread is yum as is the coffee. if you park on the petrol station side, there is 2hr? 4hr parking. =)

    — olivia · Jun 28, 03:13 PM · #

  4. we meet up with our crew here once per month for breaky… great omlettes.

    — peri · Apr 4, 09:07 AM · #

  5. I thought the place was called Chinese Takeaway as that is what is on their awning! I reckon that’s cool.

    — Andrea · May 15, 09:41 PM · #