Coffee Shop · Lismore
Dark Horse Espresso
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4.3 stars — below the 4.5 threshold
201 reviews — strong volume
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Dark Horse Espresso's 4.3-star rating is below the 4.5-star threshold that top businesses maintain.
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10 competitors in Lismore have a stronger online reputation than Dark Horse Espresso.
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Who's ahead of Dark Horse Espresso
These coffee shop businesses in Lismore have a stronger online reputation than Dark Horse Espresso.
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews | Score | Head-to-head |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Bank Cafe & Espresso Lismore | 4.5 | 769 | 79/100 | |
| 2 | Dragonfly Cafe Lismore | 4.6 | 458 | 79/100 | |
| 3 | Benchtop Espresso Lismore Lismore | 4.7 | 367 | 79/100 | |
| 4 | Muddle Puddle Lismore | 4.9 | 117 | 73/100 | |
| 5 | La Baracca Espresso Bar & Trattoria Lismore | 4.4 | 476 | 67/100 | |
| 6 | Henry's Bakery Cafe - The Good Choice Lismore | 4.3 | 340 | 67/100 | |
| 7 | Little Love Bros Coffe Nook Lismore | 4.8 | 29 | 64/100 | |
| 8 | The Garden Plate Lismore | 4.6 | 171 | 61/100 | |
| 9 | Green Island Cafe Lismore Lismore | 5.0 | 11 | 60/100 | |
| 10 | Blueys Cafe Lismore | 4.4 | 243 | 59/100 |
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About Dark Horse Espresso's reputation score.
Where does Dark Horse Espresso rank among coffee shop in Lismore?
Dark Horse Espresso currently ranks #11 of 20 coffee shop in Lismore on Starworks' reputation index, with a score of 55/100. Rankings are based on Google star rating, review volume, and online presence, and update regularly.
Is Dark Horse Espresso good? What is their reputation score?
Dark Horse Espresso holds a 4.3-star Google rating across 201 reviews, and has a Starworks Score of 55/100 based on rating, review volume, online presence, and how they compare to other coffee shop in Lismore.
Who are the best coffee shop in Lismore?
You can see the full ranked list of the best coffee shop in Lismore on Starworks at starworks.com.au/best/cafes/lismore. Each is scored on Google rating, review volume, and online presence.
How does Dark Horse Espresso compare to competitors in Lismore?
Dark Horse Espresso is scored 55/100 and compared head-to-head against other coffee shop in Lismore on rating, number of Google reviews, and online presence. Businesses with more recent reviews and a higher average rating rank above those with fewer.
How can Dark Horse Espresso improve their ranking and reputation score?
The fastest wins are: consistently asking happy customers for Google reviews, keeping the average rating at 4.8+, responding to every review, and keeping website and contact details current. Tools like Starworks automate review requests and AI responses — most businesses see measurably more reviews within weeks, and offer a free trial to start.
How often is Dark Horse Espresso's score updated?
Scores are recalculated regularly from the latest publicly available Google data (typically refreshed about every two weeks). Check back to track progress over time.
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