Great use of small outdoor spaces
Located at the back of a historical refurbished stable, down Mayfair Street in West Perth is a quirky new establishment that is a hidden Gem in West Perth.
Pony Express O (takes its name from the fact that it is located in the trendy, 1900’s built heritage listed Ashton Stables on Mayfair Street) makes great use of its unique environment that has somehow survived the corporate sprawl of its location.
Located down a lane at the back of the old stable, most West Perth workers would be unaware of its presence, yet for the well informed it offers a unique escape from the corporate grind.
Pony Express O makes a great use of its shaded outdoor space, with a long bench and artificial turf which somehow lures you into forgetting just where you are and encourages you to chat to the stranger sitting next to you.
The indoor space, the stable, is exposed face brick and features a long solid timber bench sprawled with the daily papers and magazines.
Garrett, of Blink Cafe in Fremantle, is a one man band here making great consistent coffee at his relaxed pace in this relaxed environment. The Coffee is fresh and is roasted by Crema – not my favourite blend in West Perth but is consistent and well made.
Bring your own lunch here as Pony Express O is pretty much just Coffee Shop apart from a few biscuits and cakes – it sticks to its knitting and what it does it does well.
Regular Coffees are $4.00 which is a little above average price for the area.
About the Author: Paul Ballardin is the Founder of Coffee Shrine, Australia’s premier Office Coffee Machine and Coffee Supplies Specialist.
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