Reviews by Jimmyw

Overall 7.3 - Food 5, Ambience 8, Value 7, Service 9

Up until now i have been searching for a late night cafe serving a decent coffee and I finally found one. When I took a seat, I wasn't really expecting much. There's nothing special about the design, the atmosphere or the food, but the buzz of George street on a Friday night and the coffee more than compensated.

Serving a Vittoria roast was initially a turn off, but I was pleasantly surprised when I tasted my first coffee. My Latte was smooth, full-flavoured and consistent from my first sip till my last. The aroma was comforting, milk and grind were just right. I enjoyed it so much I felt the need to thank their barista.

This definitely has to be the best late night coffee I have ever had. I highly recommend trying this place out.   (Jimmyw - April, 2012)

Overall 9.5 - Food 10, Ambience 9, Value 10, Service 9

This has to be the best day-time cafe in Sydney. I just moved into the area when a client of mine suggested meeting at this art-deco style cafe. I was impressed to say the least. Coffee was smooth and full-flavoured (far better than what most CBD cafe's have to offer), the waitress was energetic and fun and combined with the Bircher muesli, fruit and yoghurt I enjoyed, Pen provided me with the best possible start to my day.

Compliments to the staff! Highly recommended!!!   (Jimmyw - April, 2012)

Overall 10 - Food 10, Ambience 10, Value 10, Service 10

Simply Amazing!!!

I live and work in Pyrmont and stopped coming to the PEN a few years ago. Since then, management has changed and so has everything else. The food is exceptional. Everything, whether its take-away or from the menu, is made to order by quality chef's and it's cheaper than anyone in the area who's product is half as good.

I noticed they also got serious about their coffee. I dont know what it is, or where they get it from, but it's to die for!!!

I'm a PEN addict now. Only problem is that it doesn't open at night or weekends.   (Jimmyw - April, 2012)