Reviews of The Gardens of Caversham. (Coffee Shop) in Reading (Berkshire).

The Gardens of Caversham

141 Reviews

9 Comments

Coffee shop

Coffee store

15 Bridge St, Reading RG4 8AF, United Kingdom

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Information of The Gardens of Caversham, Coffee shop in Reading (Berkshire)

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This business has received very good reviews from their customers, so probably it’s a place you should try if you are looking for this kind of services.

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Reviews of The Gardens of Caversham

p. m.

I visited here on a Saturday morning whilst visiting the area and thought the service, selection of cakes and drinks was really good. The staff were very friendly and took the time to explain what they had on offer. All cakes on the counter were covered which I think is essential given the current situation (covid19). Slight downside is that no prices on goods but you can alway ask. Actually I thought the prices for the cakes were fair given the good sized portions. I would return.

C. S.

I am difficult with coffee and rarely find a cup from a coffee shop as good as a pour over I make at home. But I’m not always home. I just moved to the area and have been checking out the range of independent coffee shops here. The Gardens of Caversham was a surprise. Don’t go there for the decor—that almost detracts—go for the coffee. They do pour over, which was the first surprise, so a few special instructions are involved. The staff (Marie) was polite and efficient, but also accommodating of my “helpful” suggestions. Not the barista war of egos I often encounter. She made the grind a bit coarser for me and the water super hot. Their standard for pour over is 24 grams which is generous and also what is usually needed. I tried the Stark blend as it was the darkest roast they had and it was very good. Worth a review. Coffee is subjective so I won’t try to describe here. On my second visit I tried the washed Ethiopian which was also good for what it was, but less to my taste. I met the owner and briefly talked beans. He is intense— passionate about coffee, roasting and freshness. Their Stark is from Burundi, which I know to be rare, expensive and usually a bean I will like. So far I’d rate the other Reading independents as 6s and 7s and Gardens of Caversham an 8.

R. G.

Love the place! Great coffee, delicious and appetising looking edibles, and very friendly staff. That's of course over and above the lovely location!

Z. M.

I’m all for supporting local indie coffee shops but having visited three times am not a big fan of the offering and would struggle to recommend this place - frustratingly slow service, staff not especially attentive. Food rather expensive (I think £7.50 for sausage roll?)

M. H.

A new coffee house in the centre of Caversham housed in old Lloyd’s Bank building but with a dull ambience, gloomy outlook, the cakes for sale lying on the dusty counter with no covers or display cabinets. The floor and foot rug was littered and cigarette butt on the floor, windows dirty and window Cill with paper litter. No sign board in front to say the name of the place. Having witnessed all this I must say the male barista was polite, helpful and made excellent cup of coffee. Full marks to him and to the cup of coffee but @ £3.30 a small cup was a bit more than Costa!

P. B.

A fantastic hidden gem to find some space and peace in busy Caversham. Always well maintained and even in the cold and wet these gardens are enjoyable. Great to have riverside views with places to sit and relax for a while. The tea kiosk provides welcome hot drinks and cakes to while the time away. Definitely worth a visit to decompress from the hussle and bussle.

A. C.

Really love this place. They make a great flat white, larger than normal and with 3 shots so still strong. £3.10. The cakes and nibbles are cooked in the cafe by the owner and they are delicious. The staff are great too!

D. B.

Brazil beans are good here, this is the mother branch of workhouse and therefore the owner is the same and not very friendly. Coffee good but the blondie and brownie are way too sugary and pricey. Wherever you do, avoid the pecan pie - trash! FYI - flat white is comedy size and I think 10/12 oz.

A.

Really like it here but the service can be slow. Great coffee, friendly staff, the food choice is limited but great quality. We go often.

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