Swallow Coffee Traders (Rockdale)

On Sat, 29 Mar, 2014

The Entrance

We were on a mission, a house hunting day, checking out 6 open houses. To make sure we can get through the entire day of driving around, we need to kick start it with some good coffee.

Recommended by my colleague who lives nearby, who also comes here every weekend, I have to come out here and try the coffee myself.

Barista

A cozy little cafe which is right next to the Rockdale train station, location-wise, you wouldn't consider this is a place where you can get a great cup of coffee, but don't be deceived by it's location! You would understand why once you step inside, the cafe simply is filled with the aroma of coffee.

For drinks, we ordered a Piccolo, a Latte, a Macchiato, and a hot Chocolate. For food, we ordered a ham & cheese croissant, and some other sandwiches that we didn't take a photo of.

Ham & Cheese Croissant

The barista did a wonderful job on the latte art, as you can see on the photos, they have put the love and soul in the making. Each cup is different, and you can tell by the efforts they put in, they must love their work!

The staffs of this cafe also are very friendly and energetic, they certainly makes you feel welcome!

Hot Chocolate

Latte

Overall, here is my opionion for this cafe...
Cafe: 7/10;
Services: 9/10;
Coffee: 9/10;
Food: 7/10

Top: Macchiato
Bottom: Piccolo

Piccolo

Comments: If you are nearby the area, and would like to have a cup to re-energise, this is definitely one of your top choices! A nice little touch of having a shot of mineral water for before and after the shot of Piccolo and Macchiato, very thoughtful!

Swallow Coffee Traders
Shop 1, 1-7 Tramway Arcade, Rockdale
Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 06:00 - 16:00 / Sat 07:00 - 16:00 / Sun 08:00 - 13:00

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