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    Hot Numbers Coffee

    4.2 (33 reviews)
    InexpensiveCafes, Coffee & Tea
    Closed 7:00 am - 10:30 pm

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    HOT NUMBERS COFFEE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Hipster
    Classy
    Casual

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    Christel L.

    Hot Numbers Coffee. That struck me as an interesting name for a cafe. Was everything hot? Is there a secret way to count the beans brewed in your cup? Turns out Hot Numbers is associated with two businesses: one is the old record shop down the street that lends to its name and the decommissioned brewery that used to occupy their space. Put them together, and you've got a coffeehouse that in tribute offers the marriage music performances and craft beer, as well as traditional coffee and espresso beverages. Find comfort in the archways or amongst strangers seated next to you at the communal benches. I came in to shield myself from the rain one afternoon and found the place busy, yet agreeable in decibel. They provide a few children's toys and sofas for lounging families; a Hot Number of tables and outlets are useful for getting some work done. Jazz nights are a thing here, too. While they have a Hot Number of food menu items (sandwiches and such), I just had a nice Chai Tea Latte that was brought to my seat, charged my phone, and went on my way when the rain subsided.

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    Malte K.

    I was in Cambridge for few weeks and I spent some time in the Hot Numbers Coffee. In my opinion you get the best coffee in town here. It's not cheap but really nice. Also really good are the various cakes.

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    8 years ago

    Lovely place with nice coffee and a friendly staff. I am looking forward to trying their food!

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    11 years ago

    Really like the vibe of this independent coffee shop, but my decaf coffee taste like water. A warning to decaf drinkers.

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    11 years ago

    Excellent coffee, excellent service and a nice ambience. You'll be hard pushed to find a better coffee in Cambridge.

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    8 years ago

    Superb coffee and good beer and jazz most evenings. Friendly staff. Hard to get in on music nights so go early.

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    14 years ago

    The best coffee in Cambridge- also very consistent. Some nice snacks- some home made by locals. Also provides some live music and Free WIFI.

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    12 years ago

    This really is the best coffee in Cambridge. One of the only places in the whole city that understands the concept of microfoam!

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    9 years ago

    Some of the best roasts I've found in England. The jazz afternoons/nights and casual atmosphere make this a favourite.

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    Simon and his staff are great baristas and just great people--they make an aromatic cuppa joe and take time to talk and listen to their customers.

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    The natural light coming into the Espresso Library space during the day illuminates culture and…read moreconversation, while highlighting its appealing contemporary design. We took a break here while spending the day walking around town. We were able to order lattes and hot chocolates and seat ourselves on their lounge sofas for a little while. The coffee was good, and most people seemed to be enjoying themselves, whether having a meal, or studying in small groups. I could definitely see myself hanging out here often. Cycle across nearby Parkers Piece, hang your bike on the wall, and enjoy a cup of coffee from their Cambridge Blue espresso machine!

    The place has quite a bit of a hipster vibe, which would be endearing if the quality of the food…read moreand drink was up to par. I believe the quality of this place does not justify the prices. We ordered an espresso, cafe latte and a lemon cheesecake. Cheesecake slice was a bit small, but not small enough to elicit protest of my wife. Flavor-wise it was unremarkable. The lemon flavor was there, but it was not prominent. I wish cheesecake was creamier and less sweet. It was certainly too sweet for our taste. Latte was small, served in what seemed an 8 oz glass. It was passable, but lacked flavor and was not better than a home made one, with Tesco ground beans. Sure, warm milk and caffeine are nice and comforting, but generally any other place in Cambridge can give you a latte equally good as this. Espresso was rather disappointing. It arrived flat, without crema, resembling a filter coffee more than an espresso. The beans used were good, but the extraction was faulty. The drink lacked depth in flavor and the taste dissipated in a few minutes. Espresso was served without side water. Generally, the food and drink are passable, but not exciting. I don't think I will come back soon.

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