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Underscore Coffee

Updated 2026-07-06 · 2,606 reviewed · 432 listed · Scored from 605 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.4(605) 79 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
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Underscore Coffee
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Reviews
605

What recent reviews say

Staff greet regulars with genuine warmth and remember orders; coffee tastes clean and rich, rosti and baked goods (shiopan, banoffee tart, matcha mudpie) are standouts that regulars seek out specifically. Weekend crowds mean 30-minute waits, and a recent menu overhaul removed beloved items like the Katsu Pesto Rice Bowl that drove repeat visits; pet policies lack clarity for Muslim diners, and portions feel tight against prices.

The in-house cat Haru is a notable fixture. Latte art requests get fulfilled. Outdoor seating could use tidying. Best visited on weekday mornings to avoid the crush.

Praised for
  • friendly, attentive staff
  • good coffee and food quality
  • cozy, neighbourhood atmosphere
  • cute house pets (especially cat Haru)
  • underrated baked goods
Watch-outs
  • menu changes (Katsu Pesto Rice Bowl discontinued)
  • portion sizes smaller than price suggests
  • pet dogs on outdoor seating concerns for Muslim diners
  • crowded and long waits on weekends/public holidays
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Best for: Weekday coffee and cake seekers who value relaxed, pet-friendly neighbourhood vibes.
Think twice if: Pet dogs on outdoor seating may concern Muslim diners; weekend waits exceed 30 minutes; recent menu cuts removed signature dishes.

Strengths

  • specialty coffee with custom latte art
  • underrated house-baked goods (tarts, shiopan, mudpie)
  • in-house cat and friendly, attentive staff
  • weekday morning calm and neighbourhood charm

Worth knowing

  • In-house cat named Haru praised as 'star' of the cafe
  • Custom latte art requests fulfilled (e.g. '67 latte art')
  • Signature dishes: rosti, sambal scallion pasta, shiopan, banoffee tart, matcha mudpie
  • Katsu Pesto Rice Bowl discontinued in recent menu change
  • Outdoor seating lacks maintenance; potted plants described as untidy

What reviews say by service

Specialty Coffee & Roastery Cafes
Coffee praised for being rich and well-executed; custom latte art requests honoured.
Study / Laptop-Friendly Cafes
Weekday daytime visits described as cozy and relaxed; weekend crowds create noise and long waits.
Pet-Friendly Cafes
In-house cat Haru is a strong draw; outdoor pet dogs present but lack clear policy boundaries.
Aesthetic / Instagrammable Cafes
Latte art and baked goods (banoffee tart, shiopan) drive photo posts; outdoor decor inconsistent.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.4 against a 4.37 average across the 336 specialty coffee & roastery cafes businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 77% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 60
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 64
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
390
4
139
3
42
2
13
1
21

Common questions

Do they do custom latte art?
Yes; reviewers confirm latte art requests are fulfilled on request.
Is there a house pet?
Yes; an in-house cat named Haru is a cafe fixture and popular with visitors.
How busy are weekend visits?
Expect waits exceeding 30 minutes on weekends and public holidays; weekdays are calmer.
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Last updated 2026-07-06