As a Melbournian, you should know better than to call Espresso "expresso".
Also, and unfortunately in my opinion, Starbucks survives in Melbourne. I think it lives because it stays open longer than most places, giving those who enjoy a late night coffee somewhere to go.
"expresso" yeah good point, I'm thinking Espresso but somehow that black granular in a tin comes out. Do you really think "Starbucks" is making a go of it in Melb? There are a lot of places open late in the city. When in SEA I do pop into Starbucks because they have a place I can sit while I cool down. Maybe you are onto something.
Also, and unfortunately in my opinion, Starbucks survives in Melbourne. I think it lives because it stays open longer than most places, giving those who enjoy a late night coffee somewhere to go.