Sydney’s Toby’s Estate Coffee Roasters has officially been crowned the best coffee shop in the world, according to a global ranking of top cafés. The Australian city claimed the top spot, surpassing its rival Melbourne, known for its rich coffee culture.

The coveted ranking, part of the “World’s 100 Best Coffee Shops” list, placed Toby’s Estate in first place, followed by Onyx Coffee Lab of Arkansas, Gota Coffee Experts from Vienna, Proud Mary Coffee of Melbourne, and Tim Wendelboe of Oslo. The top 10 also featured cafés from Singapore, France, Malaysia, and Colombia.

Cafés were judged on various criteria, including the quality of their coffee and food, sustainability practices, and customer service. Both public opinion and expert evaluations contributed to the final rankings.

Jody Leslie, general manager of Toby’s Estate, expressed her team’s excitement over the recognition. “We’ve been in the coffee game for a long time, and to be acknowledged like this is amazing,” she told CNN Travel. The flagship shop, located in Chippendale, Sydney, garnered top honours.

Toby’s Estate, which started in 1997 from founder Toby Smith’s garage, has expanded to locations across Australia, Singapore, Indonesia, and the Middle East.

The announcement has sparked a surge in sales, with many eager to sample the award-winning coffee. To show gratitude to their supporters, Toby’s Estate will host a free coffee day on February 27.

While Sydney takes the top spot, Melbourne’s Proud Mary Coffee ranked fourth in the global list, contributing to the ongoing rivalry between the two Australian cities. Melbourne, traditionally regarded as Australia’s coffee capital, has seen competition heat up as Sydney’s coffee scene gains momentum.

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Last year, Sydney surpassed Melbourne in a global list of top coffee cities, securing the number three position while Melbourne landed at number 10.

Leslie sees the win as a broader triumph for Australia’s coffee culture. “Australian coffee is the best in the world,” she said in a statement. “It’s not just about Sydney or Melbourne it’s about representing our country on the global stage.”