North Sydney and Crows Nest have quickly become a hub for some of the best coffee this side of the bridge.
The friction comes as the suburb readies itself for massive development announced last month as part of the government's Transport Oriented Development program.
Now set up with its own Metro hub, Crows Nest is only going to expand its drinking options.
Months after its launch, the north shore's newest Metro line has been a welcome addition, despite teething issues.
Announced in late November, the roll out of the shared electric bike system has some thrilled – and others frustrated.