A good freshly brewed coffee is one of life’s little luxuries. Luckily, it is easy to find top-quality coffee in Cambridge. Have a look at our selection of the best places in and around Cambridge.
Hot Numbers
Units 5/6 Dale’s Brewery, Gwydir St, CB1 2LJ
Hot Numbers sets the standard for speciality coffee in Cambridge. They have two shops now but the original one just off Mill road blazed a trail for high end coffee when it first opened. They also have a roastery that has a café, bakery, and coffee training facility. The coffee is the absolute star of the show, roasted in house and served by friendly and highly professional baristas. They also have a good brunch offering to go alongside your drink which is worth checking out.
Find out more about Hot Numbers here
Bould Brothers Coffee
16 Round Church St, Cambridge CB5 8AD
Founded by brothers Max and Alex , this small but perfectly formed shop serves high quality speciality coffee. They also have a branch on Regent Street so perfect for a quick drink on the way into Cambridge from the train station. They are committed to serving the best possible coffee, all prepared by the highly trained team. Highly recommended.
Find out more about Bould Brothers Coffee here
Espresso Library
210 East Rd, Petersfield, Cambridge CB1 1BG
Since opening in 2015 this excellent coffee shop has gone from strength to strength. They now have a second branch near the grand arcade shopping centre. More than just superb coffee, they also have a delicious menu that is well worth a try too. Perfectly made porridge for breakfast or try the famous frittata for lunch. Espresso lounge also has a multi-use space which incorporates a cycling café and art gallery. Check it out.
Find out more about Espresso Library here.
Stir Cambridge
253 Chesterton Rd, Cambridge CB4 1BG
Stir is a short stroll from the city centre but well worth it. This bakery and coffee shop is a great place for a coffee, breakfast, or a sweet treat. With the added bonus being that you can take home a freshly made loaf from the on-site bakery. Coffee is locally sourced and perfectly prepared by expert baristas. A relaxed atmosphere away from the busy streets of Cambridge to enjoy your coffee.
Find out more about Stir Cambridge here.
Silver Oak Coffee
Silver Oak Coffee Ltd, Unit 1a, Saxon Business Park, Littleport, Cambs. CB6 1XX
Out of the city, so a day trip or take home option, micro roastery Siler Oak Coffee uses sustainable ‘green beans’ to roast small batches twice a week for the ultimate fresh coffee experience. You can find them on Ely market square or buy your own beans to enjoy at home.
Find out more about Silver Oak Coffee here.
These brilliant coffee shops combine relaxing surroundings (some with really beautiful café wallpaper !) with great quality coffee. Enjoy and let us know your favourite places in the comments below.
