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I've been passing by M5 Coffee on my way to the gym at Orchard Central for a couple of weeks. Finally, I decided to grab a coffee here after lunch. I mistakenly thought this was a takeaway coffee joint, but upon ordering, I realised there's a small seating area behind the order bar counter. While not exactly cosy, it's clean and tranquil (at 2pm, anyway). If I had known there was a seating area for me to enjoy my coffee, I would have visited much sooner! The Latte ($6) lives up to its good reputation. Using M501S Espresso Blend (100% Arabica Beans, 50% Brazil & 50% Columbia) ), the flavour supposedly boasts of chocolate, molasses, hazelnut and toast. I definitely love the chocolatey and nutty swirl, which is well balanced and doesn't leave a bitter aftertaste. Using Meiji milk and a double shot for their 8 oz Latte, the after lunch pick-me-up is a welcome aromatic treat for my senses. I like the fact this hideout is prominently located along the footpath from Somerset mrt to Orchard Gateway, yet the seating area is quiet and peacefully tucked away in the background. I could almost steal a shuteye here after lunch, except I think the double caffeine shot will probably keep me awake for a bit! This will probably be one of my favourite coffee joints in Orchard, and a convenient spot for me since my gym workouts are just upstairs.