OT: Espresso machines


I know this is off topic for the A'gon, but I thought my fellow gear enthusiasts had an opinion.  I'm looking for a simple,  narrow espresso machine.  Reliability is important.  I have a Nespresso Vertuo which I really like but lately I've been roasting my own coffee and wanted a more traditional machine.

Opinions?

erik_squires

AHhh, ok so I don't want LED/LCD diplsays but I was thinking of something with a built in water tank, milk frother.  Not thinking about the mechanical types, but if others want to discuss sure. 

@rhg3  Those look very nice, I will look for one without a grinder though since I already have one.  The Bambino has been recommended to me as well and looks like a solid contender, especially for size.

Nice to know affordable replacement parts are available.

@Erik_squires- Yes, I’ll try to find a photo. They are referred to as "manual" machines. There's a whole bunch on the Net about them. You have to boil the water, grind the beans, etc. The machine is just used to 'pull' the shot into a cup. 

But, no vacuum tube! :)

@2005 I’d had enough of terrible expensive espresso. Sprung for a Rancilio Silvia and Rocky grinder.  Brass boiler commercial parts in a consumer machine.  Like our audio equipment, stretch the budget just a little, and you’ll never be disappointed.  Google it.  Legendary machine.  Don’t go short on the grinder as it’s pivotal.   Double shot mocha every morning.  Tube rolling = playing with different beans.