About Us
A Few Words
About Us
For years, Dani Nixon and Carly Thornton would drop in for coffee at a little café in Largs called Rockefeller, dreaming of one day owning a place of their own. Then one day, they approached the owners — and discovered the café was ready to hit the market.
That dream became reality in July 2016, and !nk Espresso was born. With a fresh team, a vibrant new menu, and décor inspired by the local coastal vibe, Dani and Carly transformed the space into a relaxed, welcoming café that quickly became a community favourite.
In 2025, their journey expanded with the opening of a second location at Fort Largs — a destination that now offers not just great coffee, but house-baked cakes, a juice and smoothie bar in a one-of-a-kind seaside setting.
“As locals we love being part of the community. To us, our customers are more like friends. We have a close connection with Largs Bay Primary School and love supporting them and other local community group initiatives. We use and support local suppliers and provide opportunities for young local people.
When we’re not working you’ll find us zipping around Largs and Semaphore on our scooters and enjoying life on the Lefevre Peninsula.”
Dani
With over 18 years in hospitality Dani manages the day-to-day operations of the cafe and mans the grill and espresso machine like a rockstar. She’s also the creative mind behind the menu and loves developing exciting new dishes.
P.S. When you meet Dani, you’ll know why it’s called Ink. 😉
Carly
Carly is the business mind behind the scenes, backed by 20 years of business and commerce experience. While she says she’s more comfortable sitting at the computer, you’ll often find her chatting with customers, clearing tables and washing dishes.