What Long black is
Double espresso poured over hot water.
Long black is listed as a coffee in the Australia guide, where the index tags it espresso. That is the useful shorthand, but it is not the whole story: the same name can cover a breakfast version, a street version and a restaurant version with different garnishes and prices.
Where to find Long black
Long black is listed as nationwide rather than tied to one city, so it is a safe thing to look for wherever you land in Australia. Start with busy cafes and standing counters, where turnover keeps the brew fresh.
The Australia guide also covers 4 dishes and 2 bakery items; open the country page for the full menu and the other places in the index.
What it costs
Long black sits in the mid-range band, which we define as roughly US$8–20. Across the 4 drink entries we track for Australia, 1 are budget, 3 are mid-range and 0 are premium.
| Band | Typical range | Items | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | usually under US$8 | 1 | Lemon lime and bitters |
| Mid-range | roughly US$8–20 | 3 | Flat white, Long black, Iced chocolate |
| Premium | usually US$20 and up | 0 | — |
Within this list, Long black is one of 2 coffee entries and 3 mid-range items; 2 items share the espresso tag.
Dietary notes
- No dietary flags in our data: the index does not mark this item vegetarian, halal, pork, seafood or alcohol, so ask the kitchen about ingredients.
How to order it
- Espresso-style drinks are usually cheapest at the bar. Standing service is normal and often faster than a table.
- Ask for the price before ordering, especially where the menu lists market price or sells by weight.
Pair it with
These are the Australia items that make most sense alongside Long black, either as a second course or as the drink that finishes the meal.
Closest matches on the menu
These Australia items share the most tags with Long black, so they are the most useful comparisons for flavour, price and preparation.
Australia food guide · Australia drinks guide · Dietary guides
Long black: common questions
What is Long black?
Double espresso poured over hot water. It is listed in the TasteBridge Australia guide as a coffee.
How much does Long black cost in Australia?
Expect the mid-range band: roughly US$8–20. Prices move with the city and the venue, so treat this as a planning figure rather than a fixed menu price.
Is Long black vegetarian?
Long black is not tagged vegetarian in our data, because the tag is aimed at dishes rather than drinks. A plain black coffee, tea or fruit drink usually contains nothing animal-based, but milk, cream, honey, egg white or a pre-mixed powder can change that, so ask what goes in the cup.
Where can I try Long black?
Our index lists it across Australia, so it is not tied to one address. Ask locally which version is served at breakfast, lunch or late evening, because the same name can cover different presentations.
Indexed as coffee for Australia. Price bands are planning estimates, not live menu prices. Last reviewed 2026-11-06.