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Based on 303 opinions finded in 2 websites

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Nº 38 in 472 in St Albans

Nº 7 of 88 Other cuisines in St Albans

CUSTOMERS TALK ABOUT DISHES WITH..coffeecakechocolate

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Get coffee here 3-5 times a week. Superb product and great service. A wonderful local business.

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Eoin Lyons . 2024-11-23

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Great coffee, pastries and most of all best service. My guided tour clients always get the best opening experience as part of their visit to St. Albans. Strongly recommended.

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osnat schur . 2024-10-18

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Lovely staff, speciality coffee, and an array of treats (of which some are gluten free, vegan, or vegetarian) make this a welcome café in St Albans! There isn't much indoor seating, but a patio makes for a great place for a catchup with friends, family, or loved ones (including yourself). My recommendation? If it's a hot day, try their cold brew and flapjacks. They're fantastic, and you'll thank me later.

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Sarah Freia . 2024-09-26

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Good coffee but limited seating and no loo's

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Stephen Molineaux . 2024-08-22

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My Oat milk latte from Charlie’s was fantastic. Worth the walk out of town!! A must visit if you like your coffee.

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David Guy . 2024-08-11

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The BEST coffee - by a long way. The coffee is truly amazing and the staff are always very friendly. There are also lots of other lovely foods and drinks, all carefully selected. The coffee comes from Stephen Leighton's "Has Bean" which is famous for sourcing delicious and ethical coffee direct from the best farms around the world. I love getting freshly roasted coffee beans perfectly ground here for making coffee at home. Also love the new yellow tables and chairs out the front.

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David Wainwright . 2024-07-13

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This shop came highly recommended by a friend who used to work here. Not all recommendations meet the standards but this definitely does! The coffee both cold brew & latte were delicious. My mate got an affogato which he said was restaurant standard and the banana loaf I got to take out was also lovely. Jade who served me was amazing and provided so many helpful recommendations and was a great conversationalist. Charlie’s serve exceptional coffee with exceptional service. Can’t wait to be back in this cute town of St Albans and when I do I’ll be sure to pop into Charlie’s

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Sarish Mohar . 2024-05-26

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Gorgeous Brie and warm honey Bagel, a Hot Chocolate served by lovely friendly staff …. Superb!

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Dawn Collins . 2024-05-18

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Best place for coffee in St Albans. Amazing service always 🫶🏻

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Katarina Klapova . 2024-05-16

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Delicious crafted specialty coffee. Tried their carrot cake and Danish pastry and they were great too! Shame there s no indoor table area

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Cleofe Albano . 2024-05-03

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Delightful and friendly space with small outdoor area. Serving great coffee, teas and light eats.

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Mandy B . 2024-04-13

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First started going here over 14 years ago when I was taking my daughters to school nearby. Lovely coffee from a lovely owner/proprietor

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Alan Gavurin . 2024-04-12

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Every time I'm in St Albans I have to go to Charlie's, the coffee is best in town! The service and friendliness of every staff member each time I have gone is exceptional.

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Charlie Marie . 2024-04-07

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Poor selection of food. Presentation was terrible and tasteless. Would not visit again. Service was very friendly.

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Rena Shah . 2024-03-05

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Nice tasting coffee ...sit in could be better.

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Chakswari 101 . 2024-02-28

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Loveliest coffee shop ever. All products are very good quality and taste, people are so nice. I go back to it every time I visit St. Albans

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Giulia Sartorello . 2024-02-19

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Cute little coffee shop in St Albans, which serves brilliant speciality coffee. We had ordered mocha, americano and cappuccino, all the three drinks were made to perfection. Absolutely loved their house blend. We also tried croissant and the chocolate rye cookie, the cookie was one of the best we have ever had. Also, kudos to the staff who were full of warmth.

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Chirayu Ghai . 2024-02-04

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Charlie’s is such a little st.albans gem. The coffee is brilliant, and the additional snack options are super tasty. Also I love the merch and interesting products Charlie’s offers. Always such a go to when I visit st.Albans. Highly recommend a look and so conveniently placed near the station.

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Rhiannon Elena Coleman . 2024-02-03

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Literally THE coolest little coffee shop with the BEST coffee, treats and staff! Would make it a must if you’re in the area and need a coffee hit!

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jane addis . 2024-01-29

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Nice enough coffee but actually the van at the station does better ones! Also, £3.90 for a croissant is....well.... expensive to say the least!

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Jon S . 2024-01-29

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Had expert advice and a taster to help me make a decision on which beans to buy. Coffee was beautiful too - will definitely be back next time in St Albans

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tom norton . 2024-01-11

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Great little place for a coffee and croissant!

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Katie Sears . 2024-01-02

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Superb coffee in St Albans with views of the restored Odyssey cinema (formerly the Odeon).

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John Donne . 2023-11-29

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Friendly, cheerful staff. I'm a coffee snob and it was excellent. Great salted caramel brownie. Fantastic. (Updated - still love it)

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Jamie Harris . 2023-07-26

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Lovely vibrant little shop, friendly staff and a lovely selection of pastries I'd love to try next time! Good black coffee

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Bailey . 2023-06-19

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Lovely smooth latte and iced coffee, and friendly service. Great atmosphere.

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Rab W . 2023-06-19

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Nice little "local café". The personnel is very friendly and positive. A bright spot in my crazy days.

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Zoltán Pósfai . 2023-06-17

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Best coffee in St. Albans. Great customer service both at the shop and at the train station! Highly recommended.

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Jasmin Castonguay . 2023-05-14

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Absolutely loved my first visit. My sourdough bagel and blueberry almond slice was so good. Highly recommended and will return when I go back to head office.

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Tom White . 2023-05-13

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Super friendly staff & good coffee

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Amy Green . 2023-04-22

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Never disappoints. The BEST coffee in St A.

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Caroline . 2023-04-11

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Amazing pastries & great coffee

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Elena Stickdorn . 2023-03-20

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The friendliest barista so far. Coffee is a must. Little sitting area could be plus.

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Bojana Šaranović . 2023-03-19

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Lovely little place, but nowhere to sit. Definitely a take and go. The coffee was just OK, but the people were very friendly :-)

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Sarah Hart . 2023-03-12

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Very good coffee & staff are always friendly

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ruby willcox . 2023-02-20

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I first discovered Charlie’s coffee through the van outside St Albans station. It is without doubt the best coffee I have ever had. So smooth and creamy but also the perfect amount of strength. I tried the coffee shop on London road today and once again it was incredible. I didn’t know coffee could be so good!

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lk17628 . 2023-01-20

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Probably the best coffee in St Albans. Amazingly politely and friendly staff. Always a pleasure.

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Conrad Miller . 2023-01-03

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First time coming today, tested the house blend with an Americano, perfectly tasty so ended up going back a couple hours later to try out a cappuccino, perfect once again. Fantastic.

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Tony Robson . 2022-12-28

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Great coffee and tasty selection of pastries. Haven't tried any of the other food as yet. Bit hard to spot on my first visit but worth the effort. One of the best coffees I've had in St Albans.

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Daniel Murdolo . 2022-12-11

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The best coffee in St Albans from the team that brings you the van outside the station in the mornings. Need I say more? Genuinely lovely people to chat with in a great envirnoment whilst sitting in to enjoy great coffee and wonderful snacks/pastries/etc.

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Alex James . 2022-12-08

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Some of the best coffee in town! Hot chocolates are also delicious. Definitely a weekly regular.

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Olivia Le Hunte . 2022-09-06

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I had a falafel bagel and it was so yummy! The highlight was the thick cut and super crunchy pink pickled onions, best I've ever had! I wouldn't say it was really falafel, seemed more like deconstructed sweet potato and chickpeas but I actually preferred that. Would definitely recommend for a yummy sandwich

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Grace . 2022-08-18

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Little hidden gem for locals. I loved the danish as well as the cappuccino I ordered with it

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Matt R . 2022-07-27

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My flat white was wonderfully made: right temperature, intense and smooth foam. Friendly service.

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Gloria Wong . 2022-07-09

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Probably the best coffee in St Albans

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Adam Slim . 2022-06-21

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I love Charlie’s! It’s my go to for an iced choc and chocolate swirl. Staff are always smiley and friendly and the shop front looks beautiful. Would highly recommend if your in the area, so much nicer and fresher than chain coffee shops.

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Lucy W . 2022-05-07

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It is one of the better coffee places in town. It is light roast kinda specialty coffee. They also sell croissants and bagels and a few other treats which are good quality. You can sit outside, it is sunny from the morning if it is a clear day. The downside is that it is on the main road which is noisy and there is no indoors when it rains. Never seen the latte Art as in the photo. I should ask maybe next time.

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Polina Coetzer . 2022-03-19

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Excellent coffee, one of the best in St Albans! Takeaway only. Serve fresh pastries too and great veggie sandwich choice. Would go again

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Maharukh Daruwalla . 2022-03-11

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I just love there delivery van 😍

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James Caulfield . 2022-02-14

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Best coffee in St Albans, and friendly service even when busy.

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Nabi M. . 2022-02-13

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👍 Say no more. It's as good as all the pictures look :)

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Peter Osgood . 2022-01-30

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I use to go to this small cafe during my lunch break as I’m working from home, the coffee and the hot chocolate are really nice! Personally for me the coffee is a little bit strong but I like to put sugar on it. Staff is really friendly and always giving conversation when you’re waiting for your coffee.

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Ángela G. . 2022-01-21

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Always the best coffee at Charlie's whether it be the shop or the van, staff are always an absolute please.

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Lauren Davies . 2021-12-05

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Great Coffee and always super friendly staff. Really enjoyed our hot chocolate on Halloween as well.

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Marcus Sim . 2021-11-01

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Thd best coffee in st Albans. I had a lovely oat FL. It was pure wind and rain at the station and I was still served with a smile and chit chat. It made this miserable morning so much more bearable. Thank you 😁

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Lisa38 . 2021-10-29

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Visited lots of times over the last 2 years. The coffee's always great, and the staff always very friendly.

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Emma Williams . 2021-10-04

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One of the highest rated coffee spots in St. Albans did not disappoint! Staff after super friendly. Limited outdoor seating. Sandwiches are great too!

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Charles Glass . 2021-09-28

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Beautiful coffee such a treat. Probably the best coffee in St Albans.

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A C . 2021-09-28

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By far the best coffee in St Albans!🤩☕️

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Flo . 2021-09-28

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Had a great coffee and the selection of sweet things were very tempting. Few more savouries would be great. Served by a polite and smiley server, didn’t catch her name but had a lovely Irish accent.

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Basilian . 2021-09-16

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Beautiful coffee and lovely staff!!

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Lauren Nicholls . 2021-09-13

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I've drank coffee for years and years, from one end of the globe to the other. This velvety lovelyness, served with a smile is easily up there, probably the top spot - quite seriously.

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ben foster . 2021-06-27

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Great peole and great coffee , very happy to support local business

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Christian Bianchini . 2021-06-05

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The lovely staff member asked me to let them know how the cold brew was but I awkwardly walked off as I had my hands full and a mask on. It was great! Thank you! =)

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Declán Wallace . 2021-06-03

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Do you have any Saturday jobs available for 15 year olds. If I’m honest, I have a little baking and cooking experience but would hope to get better

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bella gough . 2021-05-10

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Great coffee and staff always very friendly. Kids love the hot chocolate, too. ☕️

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Andy Henley . 2021-05-01

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Always a smile and a lovely tasting coffee! Thanks team!

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Andy Cammack . 2021-03-04

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Coffee is one of life’s little pleasures and Charlie’s flat white is possibly the best I’ve ever tasted and has been a real treat during lockdown. Friendly staff who aim to please and genuinely love what they do. Thank you Charlie’s

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Judy Britten . 2021-02-10

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Still open and kicking. As usual, great coffee and bites. :-)

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Thomas Kappen . 2021-02-01

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Friendly service. Dark hot chocolate was tasty but a bit small. Maybe there are different sizes...I want offered and didn't ask.

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Debbie Laws . 2021-01-28

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The best coffee in St Albans by far, made by the sweetest baristas! Don’t bother going anywhere else if this place is open.

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C Debattista . 2021-01-22

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The best coffee in St Albans in my opinion. Robust and complex flavours, tasty food and friendly baristas. What else could anyone need?

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Pamela Broadhurst . 2020-12-29

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Great coffee shop! Excellent coffee - best in St Albans, lovely friendly staff, nice cakes and they sell their house blend in bags to drink at home too!

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Ben meaden . 2020-12-16

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Best coffee and cakes and great friendly staff! We are leaving St Albans and will miss Charlie’s. Flat white always delicious.

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Richard . 2020-11-29

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Best coffee in St Albans and some great sweet and savoury delights

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Richard Latta . 2020-11-14

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Good coffee,both staff and customers friendly and safety conscious.

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Richard Humber . 2020-11-13

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Great coffee and service. Been having a latte thefe every day during half-term after dropping the kid off at her camp. I'll miss it after school restarts.

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Alberto González . 2020-10-30

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Best coffee in St Albans! Their house blend is so good I had to buy some to try at home. Lovely service from their staff ☺️

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Lottie Jones . 2020-10-29

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A great welcome. Excellent service. We ordered a flat white and a latte... And honestly.. Excellent coffee!! A good selection of savoury and desserts.. The cookies are just heavenly.. Keep up the good work guys.. And keep making them great coffees!!!

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Hiraa Ali . 2020-09-29

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Genuinely the best coffee in St. Albans; likely the best in Hertfordshire; and probably the best in the UK. Charlie's coffee is so good that I've had to supplement my addiction by buying their ground coffee to use at home (it works really well with a Chemex)! Honestly, I can't speak highly enough of this place. I've just spent the weekend in Italy with my partner and I haven't found a coffee as good as Charlie's. I have even forced all my friends to come to Charlie's and they all agree; even those that don't *love* coffee love it here. I could talk about how good their coffee is all day, but that isn't all that makes this shop amazing. The staff are always very friendly, and the toasted banana bread is incredible. If you live in St Albans, this place should be your coffee spot; and if you're just passing through, this place should be the top of your list

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Dan M . 2020-09-13

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Great coffee. Friendly personal service from this hidden gem

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Kris Stafferton . 2020-07-28

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Amazing coffee and great service

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DEREK LLOYD . 2020-07-03

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Fabulous coffee and cake! The staff are lovely too so it's definitely worth stopping!

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Jakob Plant . 2020-06-18

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Coffee delicious, cakes especially pistachio lemon loaf and delicious veggie sandwiches. Owner and staff very friendly. My weekly treat when working nearby.

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laf860 . 2020-04-12

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Charlie's is our neighbourhood, must-go coffee stop. The coffee and snacks are the best, but above all that the staff are next level brilliant. Smiley, welcoming and professional, i feel lucky to have these guys around the corner. Roll on summer and the cocktail evenings x

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Amy Richardson . 2020-03-19

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Best coffee in town. Brilliant service and amazing atmosphere. Friendly and welcoming. If you love your coffee then you have to have it here.

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James Duveen . 2020-03-04

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Love Charlies. Often collect coffee on way to work. Keep it local !!

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Lauren Kennedy . 2020-02-22

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Such fantastic coffee every time - and yesterday accompanied it with absolutely awesome bakewell cake.

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Chris Johnson . 2020-01-31

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Great coffee and friendly, professional staff. The vibe at Charlie’s is always fun - we can’t wait to return soon!

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Julia Veness . 2020-01-25

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Tiny shop with friendly staff but only very average coffee.

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Daniel Kerbes . 2020-01-25

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Another great coffee and cake. No where does coffee so good, especially decaffeinated cappuccino. Delicious cake as always makes the coffee even better as well as the ebullient welcome.

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love_britain49 . 2020-01-02

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Unbelievably lovely coffee. Will change your understanding of what a good coffee should taste like. My coffee was a short americano, no sugar.

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Richard S . 2019-12-21

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Popped in Saturday morning for a coffee while I had some tyres fitted. OK coffee but nothing special.

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Mike Ford . 2019-11-09

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Friendly staff, clean, pleasant shop, handy for a snack before the cinema but could just do with filling the cups of tea a little more than half way. 😉

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Linda Lawford . 2019-11-06

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Cosy wee shop with delicious food + drinks

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Jeffrey Pollock . 2019-10-19

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Instead of long espresso got very watery brownish drink with small bits floating in it.

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Katka kakatka . 2019-10-05

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Lovely little place with very pleasant staff, great coffee, good milk options and tasty pastries.

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Michael Fowle . 2019-09-14

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I go here every week for coffee on Saturday mornings and it’s amazing! Tiny little space, but the coffee is easily the best around and the staff are all really friendly. Charlie herself is also a great business owner. Highly recommend.

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103samueld . 2019-09-08

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Great coffee, lovely staff and a good selection of sweets! The homemade BLT sandwich was delicious and there is a nice outdoor seating area which is ideal when its sunny. One of the best coffee shops in St Albans, will definitely keep coming back!

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James Hunt . 2019-09-03

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Loved this little cafe, coffee was great. I had a Cortado and my partner a flat white. Staff were friendly. No toilets, but you can pop next door if you are a customer which is great. Outside seating too. Thanks guys we will certainly visit again on our next visit to St Albans.

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Brenda Coyle . 2019-08-25

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