Birmingham’s independent scene spans an on-site roastery, experimental micro-lots, neighbourhood baking and a rare Indonesian coffee house.
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An industrial, naturally lit roastery café where the beans are roasted within sight of the tables.
Go for the freshest expression of a Birmingham-roasted coffee and to browse beans and brewing kit.
A barista-minded counter with guest micro-roasters, unusual off-menu drinks and a genuinely curious service style.
Ask for a filter recommendation or explore its frozen-dose menu when you want something uncommon.
A warm neighbourhood café that balances well-made coffee with an excellent small-batch baking identity.
Pair a filter coffee with the signature cinnabuffin and give yourself time to sit down.
Approachable speciality coffee with a strong brunch offer and its own Odd Kin roasting connection.
A dependable all-round stop when part of the group wants a serious coffee and everyone wants breakfast.
An Indonesian coffee house with a flavour and food identity unlike Birmingham’s more conventional espresso bars.
Visit for Indonesian beans, traditional drinks and savoury dishes that make it more than a caffeine stop.
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