Michaelo Espresso began with a broken down espresso machine sitting on a washing machine in a Seattle basement...

Company president, Michael Myers began servicing espresso equipment throughout Seattle in the early 80s.  From its basement roots, the company evolved around the phenomenal growth and demand of the specialty coffee industry.  Michaelo Espresso was established in 1983.

Inspired to satisfy the growing need for quality equipment and service to match, Michael traveled to Italy on a quest to find the highest quality machine, hoping to partner with a solid manufacturer.  Michael solidified a relationship with La San Marco, world renowned for their espresso machines since 1920.

When espresso moved from its home in the specialty beverage niche to mainstream culture, it brought with it new customers and a multitude of business opportunities.  Superautomatic machines came about as the quick and effective solution for businesses who wanted to retain the integrity of their product with an easy-to-use, high-performance machine.  Michaelo introduced the highest end of superautomatic machines into the United States in 1997.  Michaelo Espresso has worked firsthand with Cafina to develop a machine fit for the discerning US market.  The Cafina c5 won best in show at Seattle’s “Coffee Fest” in 2004 and 2005 and continues to grow in popularity.