After ten years in the game, Campos Coffee on Wandoo Street is so deeply ingrained in the fabric of Fortitude Valley it feels like it has always existed. Despite its established presence in the area, directors Eugene Phua and John Ronchi have decided to spread Campos’ wings, opting to close its long-standing cafe premises to move to a larger spot in Newstead. Before leaving, the team opened Campos Piccolo as a parting gift to Fortitude Valley – an eye-catching nook sitting just a few doors up from the soon-to-be-vacated cafe. The venue, designed by Scott Petherick from SP Studio Architecture, features a minimalist and modern interior with wholesome touches that are easy on the bleary eyes of morning coffee seekers. You can’t miss the cafe’s brightly coloured exterior, which features stunning artwork by Matt Texture. Just look for the painted mural of the Kenyan lilac breasted roller – an homage to Campos’ valued partnership with Kenyan farming communities and those of other coffee-producing nations.
Campos Piccolo showcases the famed roaster’s blends across espresso and filter pours, the latter including V60 pourover, cold drip and the buzzing ‘eye opener’ variety. Non-coffee drinkers won’t be chased away – Campos Piccolo also serves warming loose-leaf tea, chai, kombucha, milkshakes, smoothies and cold-pressed juices. Although the dine-in option is moving with the original flagship, Fortitude Valley’s Campos fans haven’t been left to starve. The in-house eats selection includes chia bowls, avocado on toast, seasonal salads, home-baked pies, arancini, quiches, gourmet sandwiches and wraps, and plenty of sweet treats to nibble on over a cuppa.
Campos Piccolo is operating on weekdays only until the original Wandoo Street location closes on Sunday July 1, upon which it will begin its weekend service. For more details, click over to the Stumble Guide.
