We like to think reasoned, future forward and quality driven. We pay homage to this unique feature of this iconic place. Thinking beyond traditional wooden foundation poles and brick & mortar it became a matter of concrete. (although it did result in a pretty astonishing building). When the iconic Van Nelle Factory, where you can find our roastery, was designed almost a century ago, the architects pioneered in their approach with new materials, a futuristic look and essentially choosing function over form *if you’re into architecture and design, look up Van Nelle Factory and find out its rich history. You can find us at Van Nelleweg 1 – Schiehal (Warehouse) E, but please do send us a message before visiting so we can make sure the coffee’s brewing. From this moment on it was thought that no bean would ever be roasted again at this historical venue.īut then we came 26 years later and reignited the tradition in a future forward path. Now you know, how concrete, just like coffee was and is inseparable from the Van Nelle Factory.Īfter roasting for 65 years, in 1995 the last bean was roasted and production of the Van Nelle brand moved elsewhere. The factory was built in the New Objective style in the 1920’s, being one of the first buildings ever where concrete was the main material. It is quite rare to find a pre-WWII building in Rotterdam, let alone it being a coffee roastery, let alone one that is a listed UNESCO World Heritage monument. The Van Nelle Factory* once used to be the biggest coffee roastery in the country. We’re a specialty coffee roastery based in one of the old warehouses of the Van Nelle Factory located in Rotterdam, The Netherlands. + The Physics of Filter Coffee by Jonathan Gagné Or uncommon profiled, where you can expect something special, either being an exclusive lot, ultra-high-end coffee, rare variety, unique origin or anything that makes a coffee something you’ve probably not had before. A personal style that can be noticed in every coffee we offer.Įither classic profiled: for example the best to our opinion out of dozens of classic profiled Brazilian coffees. If there are 50 coffees on a cupping table we might not want to get any, but sometimes there are only 4 on the table and we’ll take everything that’s available. What you can expect from all our coffees is a clean, flavorful and complex cup without compromising for lack of depth or solubility. Always on the look-out for something unusual, outstanding or simply delicious.Īll our coffees are fully traceable to their farm, most of which we work directly with the farmer or processing plant, we work closely with all of our suppliers. Sourcing and selecting only the best on the table, being either a damn fine classic or an exceptional uncommon coffee. We believe that every coffee deserves an equal chance on the cupping table. The selection of our coffee is based on blind cuppings. By product development, supplying high quality coffee, building long term relationships with suppliers and only settling for top-segment products. Yum!Īrmed with amiable staff and a great selection of honestly prepared food and beverage, Long Story Short puts most cafes to shame.High quality makes something an investment. The pancakes are fluffy and moist and embellished with wonderfully caramelised poached nashis, vanilla peanuts, mascarpone, chocolate soup and crispies and finished off with Tim Tam Gelato. A simple breakfast favourite that amalgamates the best things in life (such as ice cream). The Buttermilk Pancakes are a showstopper. You have to see it to believe it.įor pure indulgence which is a little less insane but definitely just as delicious, the Pepe Saya Buttermilk Tim Tam Pancakes are a stunner. Just pour coconut milk over the top of the fairy floss cloud and it melts to reveal a sweet brioche bun loaded with fruit, jelly, gelato, popping candy and white-chocolate and matcha sauce. Melt in your mouth morsels of lamb is served with purple cauliflower, farro, sunflower seeds, dried cherries, pecans, coriander and lemon labneh and chilli.įor the sweet tooth, make sure you try their limited time only dessert burger - A totally insane combination.
The drinks selection also includes in vogue additions such as matcha lattes and Sisko hot chocolates.įrom the all day menu, the braised lamb shoulder is a winner. The new space is bright and airy, exuding modern chic charm with its minimalist designs and interiors, wooden benches, ceiling-suspended lighting and touches of greenery.Īs expected of any great Melbourne café, the coffee is excellent (Eagle Vision by Proud Mary) and poured by adept baristas. An exciting addition to the brunch scene in the area, Long Story Short continues to be a delightful café in its new haunt.
Long Story Short has found a new home in Port Melbourne.
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