Coffee is universally popular, with cafes, coffee shops and takeaways putting their own twist on the classics. While there are coffee shop chains that you may like to frequent, like Starbucks, Costa, and Coffee #1, there are certain coffee shops that are independent and exclusive to Cardiff, making them must-visit stops for a quick cup of coffee.
The majority of cafes serve a diverse coffee menu that usually includes bakery products, teas, cold drinks and sometimes lunch options. While these places don’t only serve coffee, it’s certainly the star of the menu. If you’re wondering where to go for some of the best coffee in Wales, we’ve got you covered with our list of the top 7 best coffee shops in the Welsh capital. Quench your thirst, enjoy an early morning coffee and soak up the ambience upon your visit to these 7 venues.
1. Corner Coffee
This perfectly placed independent coffee shop in Cardiff’s lively high street is usually crammed with coffee drinkers, hungry passersby and curious first-time visitors who want to sample some superb coffee. With chairs outside to allow you to soak up the spring or summer sun while you sip on expertly brewed coffee or enjoy an indulgent hot chocolate, there’s no better place to be in Cardiff. If it’s late morning, why not have a browse of the brunch menu for some extremely tasty-sounding breakfast options?
2. Bigmoose Coffee Company
For perfectly brewed coffee finished with master-level latte art, this is the place to be. Bigmoose is a family-run coffee venue, where the passionate baristas work hard to deliver excellence and legendary coffees, cold drinks and lunch items that keep customers coming back for more. This venue also hosts special events and catering, so bear this in mind if you have a big event coming up!
3. Uncommon Ground Coffee
Located in the popular Royal Arcade, this family-owned coffee shop offers up some expertly crafted coffee, baked goods and savoury lunch items to keep you satisfied as you explore the arcades. Here, the passionate and highly skilled baristas prepare coffee to a high standard, and this place is always packed with cafe-goers.
4. 200 Degrees Coffee Shop
Serving up the perfect combination of sweet treats, savoury lunch options and premium-tasting coffees, 200 Degrees is certainly high on the list of best coffee spots in Cardiff. Here, the coffee beans are roasted at 200 degrees, helping to bring out their rich and deep flavour. Also offering barista schools where you can learn the secret to brewing the perfect cup of coffee, you’ll become a pro at latte art and coffee making in no time.
5. Coffee Barker
This cosy lounge-style coffee shop in Cardiff’s Castle Arcade allows every customer to live like a VIP, with prestigious afternoon teas, a delicious breakfast and lunch menu, rustic-style exposed brick decor and some of the best coffees in the city. For something sweet to finish off your meal, take your pick of the tasty treats on offer here too. If you want to treat you or a friend, why not try Coffee Barker’s afternoon teas?
6. Little Man Coffee
This local independent coffee shop may initially be unknown to first-time visitors to Cardiff, given its small presence and unsuspecting exterior, but this place always has a high footfall, and offers up some tasty treats in the comfort of a laid-back and cosy-styled coffee house. With two locations across Cardiff and one in Swansea, you’ll be spoilt for choice on which one to go to first. Expect all the classics and favourites, plus light bites and baked goods to satisfy your sweet tooth.
7. Nata & Co Bakery
If you’re a fan of Pastel de Nata, or as they’re known in English, Portuguese Tarts, then look no further than this bakery-come-coffee shop adjacent to Cardiff Castle. Here, the Pastel de Nata and the coffees are the stars of the show, but you can also find numerous other baked goods and beverages. You can also order catering delivery boxes and items from here too, meaning you can enjoy a taste of Portugal from the comfort of your own home. The coffees here are ranked highly, with a diverse menu featuring all the classics, plus unique cold drinks.
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