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Cartel Coffee Roasters
1/80 Little Malop St, Geelong VIC 3220, Australia
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1/80 Little Malop St, Geelong VIC 3220, Australia
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Book NowAbout Cartel Coffee Roasters
Skip predictable morning cups—head down Little Malop Street for beans roasted on-site with serious backbone. Devotees make the trip for rotating single-origin pours, confident the clean profiles justify the price tag. Counter staff talk origin notes without pretension, sending out cups alongside fresh pretzels and lamington bites. Come dusk, the space pivots into a relaxed cocktail bar turning out inventive nightcaps.
- House-Roasted Single Origins: In-house roasted beans showcase rotating single-origin profiles and distinct terroirs, available on espresso, filter, and retail shelves.
- Day-to-Night Lounge Shift: The space shifts seamlessly from daytime coffee service to an evening lounge pouring inventive cocktails with paired bites.
- Barista Craft & Evening Courses: Knowledgeable staff share bean origins, home-brewing tips, and host popular evening barista sessions.
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Why Choose Cartel Coffee Roasters
From high-extraction morning coffees to bespoke after-hours cocktail craft on Little Malop Street—book your spot today.
Masterfully Roasted Single Origins
Cartel roasts its own beans in-house to present rotating single origins and pristine batch brews, from delicate Ethiopian varieties to complex Geshas.
Incredible Gesha had as a batch brew and short black, brilliant single origin Ethiopian as a black and a white, there's nothing they can't do when the coffee is this good.
Tony Titheridge Dynamic Coffee Discovery
A deliberate departure from standard cafe blends, Cartel delivers intense flavor depth, roasted aromas, and unexpected flavor profiles.
This place sets itself apart from all the other generic cafes by providing a more dynamic morning coffee experience.
Nick W Curated Evening Pairings
As day turns to evening, Cartel transitions into an intimate cocktail bar serving thoughtfully constructed drinks paired with complementary sides.
The amount of thought and effort that is put into every cocktail and the staff’s extensive knowledge of how to pair drinks is beyond impressive, I can’t recommend this venue enough for both a cafe and bar experience.
Yazna Skegz Vibrant Day-to-Night Social Vibe
A warm, inviting lounge setting offers an extensive cocktail menu that makes Cartel an essential evening gathering spot in Geelong.
Their extensive list of cocktails has something for everyone and the store is really warm and inviting.
Charlotte Morrison Specialized Home Brew Retail
Coffee purists can source dedicated retail beans with hands-on barista guidance optimized for V60, AeroPress, and home espresso setups.
Excellent filtered coffee beans for my v60 and aeropress. Lots of choice and all of them are delicious.
Simon Green Transparent Flat-Shot Pricing
Beverages maintain standard two-shot espresso strength across cup sizes without incremental price markups, adjusting solely for milk volume.
It’s a flat price for both small and large, the only difference being milk (both 2 shots).
Vincent Wang
Most popular items
From precision batch brews and specialty retail beans to after-dark cocktail pours on Little Malop Street.
Filtered Coffee Beans
Excellent filtered coffee beans for my v60 and aeropress. Lots of choice and all of them are delicious.
Simon Green Batch Brew
Incredible Gesha had as a batch brew and short black
Tony Titheridge Long Black
Thanks for the best long black i have tasted and to Izzy for the best service i have had in a long time!
Branden Higgins Forbidden Fruit Cocktail
the lovely bartender recommended the ‘Forbidden fruit’ cocktail which, like like most of their beautiful cocktails was paired with a side to compliment it.
Yazna Skegz
Other favorites
Curated sweet bites, evening drinks, and specialty workshops that complement the core roastery lineup.
Lamington Bite
I had a lamington bite too and it was great
Nick W Barista Course
they hold Barista course in the evening and they are quite popular.
Shano Amnesia Cocktail
Their presentation for the Amnesia was insane!
Mabel Handreck Manuka Hot Mead
The lovely mixologist suggested the manuka hot mead for the cold night we came in and it was amazing!
Charlotte Morrison
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful craft details, bespoke drink creations, and evening hospitality that elevate Cartel beyond standard cafe fare—book your experience today.
Evening Barista Masterclasses
Baristas share their brewing expertise through after-hours masterclasses, giving guests hands-on instruction in bean origins and extraction.
Curated Cocktail Pairings
Evening cocktails like the ‘Forbidden fruit’ arrive paired with dedicated complementary sides tailored to balance each drink's tasting notes.
Off-Menu Flavor Experiments
Guests can order off-menu drinks by describing a craving or mood, yielding playful creations from raspberry cold brews to smoking cinnamon cappuccinos.
Flat-Rate Double-Shot Pricing
Orders maintain a standard two-shot espresso extraction at a uniform price across small and large sizes, altering only the milk volume.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of coffee drinks and beans are available?
Cartel operates as a dedicated specialty roaster, serving single-origin beans, house blends, batch brew, and filter options like V60 and AeroPress alongside standard espresso drinks.
How do cup sizes work for dine-in versus takeaway?
For dine-in coffee service, drinks are served in a single standard size, while larger cup sizes are dedicated to takeaway orders. Both regular and large options use a standard two-shot extraction, differing only in milk volume.
Do they serve cocktails or drinks in the evening?
Alongside daytime coffee roasting, Cartel transitions into an evening cocktail lounge serving house-curated cocktails with paired sides.
Is parking available nearby?
Street parking is available in the surrounding area, with both free and paid street parking options nearby within easy walking distance.
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