Ernest and Ernesto Espresso Bar

This is what you could term more as an espresso bar. You are able to get a piece of cake if you wish but, the hero is the coffee.
The establishment has a museum styling with eclectic tastes. The regulars will tell you, that service is first class. Taking in to consideration the expertise of the owner this should be expected and is given.

Loved our visit and the owner barista is a real character. He named the place after Ernest Hemingway and Che Guevara whose real name was Ernesto. Do the place has a real Cuban vibe.

Fabulous atmosphere in this intimate coffee shop. Wonderful interaction from the owner/barista. Coffee was good and the chocolate tart was amazing.

25/5/22
Back today after being OS for a couple of months and Ernest & Ernesto is still a lovely place to relax, enjoy a fab Doppio plus the excellent conversation. I am home!
Even indulged in a scrumptious carrot cake.

3/3/22-1/4/22
Ernest and Ernesto (unexpectedly) became a welcoming home away from home, while house (and pet) sitting in the delightful Longford.

A rather enjoyable Doppio ($5.00), scrumy snacks (cookies, biscuits and cake - locally made) and of course Mr Phil, the owner/barista/raconteur.

Phil has created what I dubbed, a 'salon' like experience. There is always a surprise in the decor (I sat there wondering if Phil moved things around daily to intrigue customers) and his collection of all things coffee, cigar and of course Messrs Hemingway & Guevara.

I could (and often did) sit for hours chatting to Phil and my fellow 'salonistas'. Thank goodness he doesn't do cooked food (or tea!), or I would have been there from opening to closing.

Undoubtedly my favourite cafe experience and with a return to Longford imminent - I'll be back!

Love this place! The coffee is amazing, decor so interesting and the service comes with a lovely smile

What a wonderful gem of a cafe. Very nice coffee, lots of memrobilia and an entertaining and interesting host. 👍

An awesome little cafe with great Coffee and atmosphere. This is a must stop in Longford.

Fantastic coffee & cake! Interesting cafe with great vibe!! Only wish we had found it sooner!!

Coffee and cake bar. Locally owned with high quality coffee. Cakes made fresh daily & Has non dairy presenting milk options for the inner north pals.

Easy off the highway stop post the boat.

Absolutely love the place. Lovely atmosphere and great coffee and cakes!

As a visitor to Longford from Melbourne, sometimes you can get a bit confused about where the best coffee places are. Yet without question, Ernest and Ernesto is a brilliant place to get a fresh cup.

Served by the friendly owner, with interesting memorabilia throughout the establishment, you definitely want to visit when you’re in town!

We go here every year when we holiday with our caravan at Longford 💕
It's a must stop coffee shop.
One completely out of the box in a very good way.
Fun host.👏

Excellent coffee and cake, served by the friendly owner in a great intimate full of interesting memorabilia. Will definitely revisit this fabulous cafe.

A brilliant little cozy Cafe where you can have a wonderful coffee or an equally splendid hot chocolate.
Cakes by the slice displayed under glass on the counter are an additional temptation.
The BEST Coffee and Hot Chocolate in Tasmania!!!

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Great takeaway coffee in a super quirky, quaint spot. Barista was friendly and passionate. Delicious cakes available too - the carrot cake was yummo!

Not to be missed if you enjoy great coffee, ambience, and host. Uniquely delish on all levels

If there is one thing to do in Longford, it is definitely to visit "Ernest & Ernesto".
The BEST Coffee and Bakes in Tasmania.
DON'T miss it.

Great coffee, even better conversation! Phillip is awesome and has many a good yarn to share, a must-visit in Longford.

Great coffee, fantastic host, beautifully rustic decor.
I don't want to give this place a good review as it will get too busy and hard for me to get a seat. This is THE 'GO - TO'place for the best coffee in Tasmania, with the best host.

I've been here numerous times now and the coffee is great, atmosphere is very cosy and the music is catchy.
It's great to support your local business and I can't think of a better place to stop for a coffee or a piece of cake