Background Barista

Nestled in Mermaid Beach's shopping centre, Background Barista offers a welcoming urban oasis with timber accents and leafy potted plants. The café serves artisanal coffee from Gabriel's Sydney-based roastery, featuring unique blends like Monte Carlo, La Maria, and Kenyan washed Maganjo. The menu highlights seasonal, locally sourced ingredients, with breakfast favourites such as breakie bowls, avocado sourdough with edamame, and charred corn salsa over smashed avocado, goat's cheese, and poached eggs. Lunch options include Asian slaw salad, Karaage chicken, and the cherished cheeseburger. Gluten-free and vegan choices are available, complemented by an extensive beverage selection including iced drinks, cold-pressed juices, smoothies, and bottled options like Kombucha and sparkling water. The café's stylish interior features polished concrete floors, plush benches, and a dramatic Asian-style timber light fixture, creating a relaxed atmosphere for patrons to enjoy their meals and drinks.