Astor Espresso

And the show must go on. The Valhalla might not be screening premieres any longer but it's worth taking a seat for the daily show at the Astor. It starts with a smile, goes on to feature a sweet and fruity, medium-roast Campos Superior blend ($3.50) and finishes with a magnificent croque-monsieur or madame (with an egg) from the mainly Med menu. A weekly single origin - maybe a fragrant El Salvador Finca Cajomarca Natural Sundried - is there for the more committed. We may be losing our old cinemas, but at least we're gaining decent cafes in their place.