Cardiff is very quickly becoming my favourite city to discover new coffee. With the very new Little…read moreMan Coffee co it is easy to see why. Just being open around 4 months, the place was recommended to me by my Cardiff friends, and was an ideal place for our large group to meet on a Saturday afternoon. The shop located on a corner with massive windows providing a good place to people watch and enjoy views outside. It is very minimalistic yet very spacious with a large array of vintage furniture which gives it an "established" feel despite being a young coffee shop. I was very impressed with that Little Man are very proud to feature at least two roasters at all times. This day I had a soy latte using coaltown espresso blend and a v60 using the wonderful James Gourmet Coffee from the very knowledgeable staff. I saw Aeropress, Chemex and V60 on offer.. I didn't get a chance to peak at the cakes or if they had a menu but I was very curious to see how they can use this huge space for events in future. Such a great Coffee shop with much potential!

Cardiff seems to have a good scene for independent coffee shops and this one is no exception. A…read morecomfortable, friendly coffee shop with a surprising amount of (quirky) seating and big bright windows. I went straight for their own cold brew coffee (that comes in a lovely little bottle) which was excellent, nice and mellow, leaving me refreshed and suitably caffeinated. I'd expect the hot drinks match the quality. I wish I'd had a little more time to be able to settle in or go back, seems a good place to set up for a few hours, and when I left I wished I could take it back home with me to do just that! I suspect that if I had more of a chance to try everything they have this would get 5 stars.

Eclectic coffee shop located in one of the many victorian arcade's in Cardiff. Ordered the…read moredoorstep bacon sandwich and a coffee, picked up the coffee and the sandwich was served by our attentive server. This location was busy but not overwhelming. Great place to watch the world go by.

This was a lovely and elegant cafe we came to for coffee while in the area…read more We got a couple of coffees to go, so we didn't stay long. The service was nice. We were greeted and taken care of pretty quickly. The coffee was fresh and delicious. A nice spot in the Arcade for a quick stop while you explore.

A friend introduced me to this place and I've never stopped going back. Think of the quintessential…read moreEnglish Tea Room, put it next to a small beck in the middle of the English countryside, with a garden overlooking the Somerset Levels, with Glastonbury Tor on the horizon. Add some locally sourced organic food, and a proprietor that caters for dietary requirements AND an art gallery and you'll get close to Annie's Tea Rooms. Probably the best Banoffee Pie I've ever tasted, not to mention the salmon and pasta; oh and the ice cream. This a place where you can wake up and smell the coffee and STILL be in the same place!

Photo link: https://www.drivehq.com/web/dragonpm/dragonpm/images/dragonlogo-grey.gif…read moreThis is a great new coffee shop. Fab atmosphere and amazing staffGreat coffee food. I am now going to be a regular there ! Highly recommended. A great location to meet people for business also.

Great coffee shop just outside of city centre!! Good location. Great staff and superb coffee!! oh…read moreand don't forget the food and cakes!! Nom Nom! Open 7days a week!! :)

This is probably my favourite bar in Cardiff bay…read more One of the reasons for this is because most people do not regard it as a bar (more a coffee shop) and it is therefore never over run unlike the bars over the other side of the bay like Salt and Terra Nova. Sitting inside is very pleasant as are the staff, especially the manager, who I think i called Hugo but to me its big selling point is its outside area. It over looks the oval basin and faces the sun. I have spent many a summer day having a few cheeky ones chatting away whilst the sun goes into the bay. So if this isn't your bag - stay away (that way there is more room for the rest of us who do).

One is an independent little bar inside the already impressive Wales millennium centre…read more We went for tapas, you can chose three dishes that come with pitta bread for around a tenner, we were feeling a bit flush so had the champagne option which cost us £17 (7 quid for a glass of champagne is a bit mental retrospectively). Of course I chose the veggie options which included Garlic Mushrooms, Mediterranean vegetables and feta in oil and a good stack of pitta. It was yummy, not exactly mind blowing but really tasty. What does make this place unique is the fantastic view over the bay, so essentially that's what your paying for with your £7 glass of champagne and limited tapas menu. It was worth a visit but it's not the kind of place I'd go regularly.

I know globalization can be seen as too much of a good thing but I have to admit the coffee culture…read morehas upped its game in the UK. Jet lag usually means copious amounts of coffee to keep me moving and I decided to walk after breakfast to Coffee #1 to get my third (don't judge) fix of the day all before noon. I walked in and immediately wished I had more time to sit and read a book or people watch because it was a nice space that wasn't too crowded and had the hum of the espresso and frothing machines and the chatter of people enjoying their mornings. I was greeted and thanked warmly by the NICEST barista ever. I mean I got a "have a wonderful day luv" as I eagerly accepted my tumeric latte. None of the air of snobbery that a good coffee can be accompanied by at some places. And that's right. TURMERIC LATTE. Is it a health trend? Probably-- but I haven't seen one on any cafe menus in the US of late so I was excited to see it this morning. It tastes like a warm and less sweet Christmas morning. Notes of ginger and cinnamon? Nutmeg? I'm not sure what other things infuse my drink but it's perfect for the dreary day. A large turmeric latte and a croissant all under 5 pounds. Not too expensive and served with the friendliest smiles. Highly recommend Coffee #1. A short walk from the Hilton if you decide to try something other than Costa in the hotel.

This place lives up to its name!…read more I have to start by saying I am not a native to Cardiff, or even Wales, but the coffee made here it amazing! Way better than most of the "same level" places I get in Los Angeles. The UK has real skills in regard to hot drinks! As a first-time tourist coming to the UK, you BET I've already tried your chain coffee houses: Costa, Cafe Nero, Cafe Ritazza, Starbucks, etc. Out of all of them, Coffee #1 is my favorite, and this location is especially nice! The decor is feels like going to a country cottage: comfy chairs, weathered wooden tables, stools, books, potted plants, etc. The space is very clean and inviting, with lots of spaces to not only enjoy your coffee but to have a moment to relax. The service at the Coffee #1's I've been to have been stellar and this location was no exception. I don't know how else to explain it better than Coffee #1's own hiring poster: "We hire personalities". I don't remember the semantics exactly but that was the idea. You can totally tell they hire friendly, smart, interesting people. I think I had a conversation with each barista and they were absolutely delightful. Oh, and the coffee. I already miss this coffee. I am normally a cappuccino gal, but Coffee #1 really turned me onto the Flat White. Coming from America, this drink isn't common here at all, but it's a new favorite of mine. Each time I've had the special Guatemala beans that are a special roast right now, and the flavor of the coffee brew from them is stellar. The flavor is fruity, rich and full bodied. Heaven in a cup. I couldn't get enough of it. Love, love, LOVE! I wish I had a Coffee #1 in Los Angeles! Any change you can open on here? ;)

Located on Harrowby Street in Cardiff Bay - The Deck Coffee House and Cakery is the perfect hidden…read moreescape where you can forget the hustle and bustle of the City Centre... ...and the amount of calories in your cupcake. Open Monday to Sunday the Deck serves freshly made breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea filled with an array of home baked cakes that they serve the old fashioned way with their original bone china. Their Vintage High-Tea also includes finger sandwiches, scones with jam and clotted cream, fresh fruit, chocolate brownies and cupcakes *drool* - they even play old school songs as you slip into a food coma. Def recommend to ALL!

This great little coffee shop is tucked away on a street of residential flats just opposite the…read morehuge new police station in Cardiff Bay. As soon as you walk in you're enveloped in lovely cake baking and roasted coffee aromas, and if you want to sit in, you can take your pick between the 'upper deck', which is usually quite busy, or the cosy downstairs area - although they also offer take away if you're in a rush. Ttheir food selection looks tempting, but I've not yet sampled anything other than their home made brownies - which are so good it makes me think the rest of their menu will be equally delicious. The coffee's also very palatable, and with free WiFi it's a great spot for informal meetings if you work in the area.

The cafe is very cute and elegant. The food was also very good. Wide selection of drinks.read more

Brilliant tea room specialising in loads of different teas. Very friendly and helpful staff and…read morerelaxed atmosphere. Also does great cakes and very nice breakfasts (but don't expect a big fry up). Well worth a visit.

Unfortunately, the one thing that I always remember about this place is that they forgot my…read moremarshmallows. I paid extra for marshmallows, and when my hot chocolate came it was without the little mountain of tiny marshmallows I was expecting. I was still fairly new to Cardiff at the time, and a little shy, so I sat quietly and hoped that perhaps they had sunk to the bottom and I'd find them as I started drinking. Sadly, however, no marshmallows were to be found, and then it was too late to do anything about it. This aside, Waterloo Gardens Teahouse is a lovely little shop, in the quiet area of Penylan with a nice selection of drinks and cakes, and comfy sofas. The coffee is fair-trade, there is a wide variety of tea, and they change the art on the walls regularly, exhibiting a different artist each month, which is a nice touch. Just make sure they give you the marshmallows you're paying for.

I enjoyed a late morning treat at The Plan Cafe. Great vibe inside Morgan Arcade in Cardiff City…read moreCentre. The eggs were done just right, firm not runny. The ham was tasty. I would have preferred it to be on a toasted English Muffin however. Service staff busy yet attentive.

The Plan is wonderful establishment with great food and friendly staff that makes you feel welcome…read moreas soon you walk into the door! Btw the americano coffee fabulous.