Where in Perth can you climb a historic jarrah staircase in search of a tasty brew? Upstairs in the Moana Building in Hay St Mall. the reward for your exercise greets you on the first floor – Moana Coffee. An oasis of calm and serenity overlooking the hurley-burley of the mall. Relax in a comfy chair inside or take the fresh air on the balcony to enjoy a well made Bonissimo coffee in quiet reflection. Home cooked snacks on offer too, along with periodic exhibitions in the art space alongside. Very agreeable. 78%

Ahh – here we have some serious joe. Despite the mint green decor and the rockabilly tunes, this coffee bar oozes seriousness. They have a serious Five Senses house blend, a serious seasonal Single Origin, and some serious brew options – regular, filter, syphon and who knows what else. Despite their smiley demeanour, the baristas are serious about their business too. You can tell that by the small celebrity platform on which they perform their duties. No pretensions about consuming on the premises – the seriously large 4 head machine occupies a significant amount of real estate, precluding any chair/table options. The serious pricing structure reflects the serious nature of the experience here too. That said, this is good coffee – Even if it is a bit serious. 79%

Lurking halfway down London Court, serves snacks and Joe. Popular spot with outside tables perennially occupied. Nice brew – Tiger Mountain beans – with speedy service. 64%

Located at the bottom of London Court, this busy coffee bar offers snacks as well as a good brew – Fiori beans with a different twist, not the usual flavour. A couple of tables outside to watch the world go by and enjoy a well made cup o’ joe 73%

Relatively new coffee bar. Great selection of current gig posters on the wall along with a good selection of reading goods. Seating arrangement not conducive to socializing and the music was a touch loud. Good coffee – Fiore – but could have been a degree or three warmer. 57%

Finally got the blog sorted, so I’ll take the opportunity to add a few past and present Coffee House Reports to get things started.

First and foremost, the sadly and much lamented ex-coffee room that was Cabin Fever in the Bon March Arcade. This little haven of flavour set the standard for the Coffee Experience. Stylishly appointed, just the right amount of seating and the coffee always top notch, this destination coffee emporium sadly closed it’s doors pending a relocation to Shafto Lane. Watch this space for further news. 87%