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Barista & Beyond

Restaurant Cafe Coffee shop Sandwich shop Brunch restaurant

One of the Top rated Brunch restaurants in Reading


Address

5 Alfred St, Reading RG1 7AT, United Kingdom

Website

www.baristaandbeyond.co.uk

Contact

+44 7749 497412

Rating on Google Maps

4.80 (63 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Saturday: 7:30 am to 4 pm
  • Sunday: 8:30 am to 4 pm
  • Monday: 7:30 am to 4 pm
  • Tuesday: 7:30 am to 4 pm
  • Wednesday: 7:30 am to 4 pm
  • Thursday: 7:30 am to 4 pm
  • Friday: 7:30 am to 4 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: friendly (9) staff (7) coffee (7)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 5/5 The Cubing G. 1 year ago on Google
    Customer service is amazing! The hot chocolate is really good and the food is excellent. Since I live in the flat buildings next to it. This is an amazing place to get some food if i’m too lazy to cook.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ifeanyi U. 10 months ago on Google
    Could not resist taking a bite before the food pic 😫. Usually not one to give reviews but the first bite caught my heart. Nice atmosphere too 10/10
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hing Sang T. 11 months ago on Google
    I enjoyed my salad and latte with my friend at lunch hour. The atmosphere was so relaxing and staff members were friendly and cheerful. I am so happy to see a local cafe supporting employment of people with disabilities - and I am one of them - I will definitely visit again.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sebastian 1 year ago on Google
    First time trying this cafe. My Oat Latte was made exactly to my request. Tasted amazing. There’s option to opt for coconut cream instead for vegans. Fresh ingredients and exceptional presentation. Sunny side-up eggs were perfectly made. We did however see other food being served to tables and it looked absolutely delicious. Lots of vegetarian options. Comfy seating, very clean. My morning breakfast was served by Marita with exceptional customer service skills 👌 Value for money 10/10 Will be visiting regularly
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Samanthia M. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place to visit when in town 😀, very friendly and helpful staff members. I recommend the Chai latte with oat or coconut milk so yummy. Prices are fine too. I fully support the cafè mission of supporting people with disabilities to gain and maintain work in all industries. Thanks Seb and team.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Zoi B. 10 months ago on Google
    Beautiful place to have your coffee and dessert! The area outside is very comfortable without the noise of the centre. Plus you can smoke outside (which is not allowed to lots of places here) :) Today I've tried pancakes with berries which were very tasty, and the fact that the pancakes had drops of chocolate inside made them more delicious 😋🤤 The staff was very polite and friendly ready to give you the best experience. They even offered to bring my order to my table (not very common around the area too 🙃) Highly recommended!! 5*****
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ruth N. 6 months ago on Google
    A lovely coffee with a spooky covweb brownie! All brought to my table with a smile. Thank you!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Kevin V. 1 year ago on Google
    The Americanoes are quite good. Best of all, on a Saturday afternoon you can get a seat and not wait too long to be served.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Reuben R. 1 year ago on Google
    Popped in today. Amazing coffee, great staff and without doubt the best cinnamon swirl I’ve ever had. Highly recommend.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Claire B. 1 year ago on Google
    Wonderful space.Great food. Great coffee. And supporting people in to work. Recommend a visit. Bring a friend.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nikolay S. 1 year ago on Google
    I'm a regular costumer here, the staff is always polite, friendly and easily approachable, high quality of service. They do their own food that taste like home made. And I can assure you your drink will get customized and tailored by your own taste and preferences. The place is pet friendly and I have great experience in barista & beyond.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Andy T. 1 year ago on Google
    Popped in on their soft opening day, super friendly staff, great coffee and tasty Billionaire Shortbread. Will go back after they fully open next week.

  • 5/5 Georgios T. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing coffee and a very friendly environment, ideal for working as well. Worth visiting on sunny days as it has tables outside!! A gem to discover!!!

  • 1/5 Karla A. 1 year ago on Google
    Asked for cortado but offered americano? Not listed on the board so they seemingly can’t make a cortado or a macchiato. Ordered espresso - the cup smelled off and espresso wasn’t much better. You can’t add your own sugar, they have to do it. They added so much sugar it was undrinkable. Hard pass.

  • 5/5 Natalie 11 months ago on Google
    Came in here before a yoga class for a cup of tea and would definitely come back! Lovely tea and cake, and really friendly barista. Thank you!

  • 5/5 Jose y �. 11 months ago on Google
    Good food, amazing service and very comfortable place. Highly recommended!

  • 5/5 Sammie B. 5 months ago on Google
    We had an amazing breakfast here this morning. Visiting family and had this recommended to us, and really glad we did! Daughter opted for the pancakes stack (single) and I had the eggs Florentine. It was absolutely delicious. Bread was lovally sourced from artisan bakery too! Beautifully presented and staff were friendly and welcoming too. Hope to visit again in the future.

  • 5/5 Claire B. 7 months ago on Google
    Delicious coffee with plenty of dairy alternatives. Not your average flat white; much yummier. Lovely community atmosphere with flawless service. Indoors is modern and welcoming. Large front outdoor area shaded by trees. Lovely.

  • 5/5 Michael A. 5 months ago on Google
    A cafe with a conscience. The breakfast was nice and eating and drinking here means you're actually giving back to the community.


Call +44 7749 497412 Open on Google Maps

Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed inside
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed outside
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Prepared foods
    • ✓️ Free water refills
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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