You’ll find an oasis of calm and cool in Bent Espresso, with laminex and vinyl furniture galore in this welcoming cafe just off Bentleigh’s Centre Road. The small space has been cleverly expanded with a brilliant mural and outdoor seating. Barista and owner Joe Emms’ pulls Toby’s Estate coffee through his Simonelli with the dedication and flair of a man obsessed. The coffee is consistently magnificent: clean, balanced bitterness with a nutty aftertaste.