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3.8

Based on 307 opinions finded in 4 websites

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Nº 316 in 451 in Carlisle

Nº 68 of 85 Other cuisines in Carlisle

CUSTOMERS TALK ABOUT DISHES WITH..coffeechocolate

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It's a coffee shop, much like any other, food is pricey here.

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Rob Stammers . 2024-10-11

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costa could of cut the toasties

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Samantha . 2024-09-26

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The order was place at 1.40 PM but it was delivered at 4.20 PM and no proper response from Just eat . It took me 2 hours to have a coffee that is just less than 3 min drive from my house. Because I was working from home I cannot cancel my order and

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Ajai . 2024-08-19

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such a nice place!!!! the workers are so so friendly that it’s hard to not get a smile on your face when talking to them. wide variety of drinks aswell as a wide variety of food to choose from, and it’s clear they value their customers.

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Jay Donnelly . 2024-07-25

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Delivery driver was extremely rude

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Kelsey . 2024-04-30

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It was a very busy coffee shop but the coffee was very nice once served

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K B . 2024-04-03

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Driver was prompt and friendly, my order was excellent enjoyed it immensely.

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Tracy . 2024-03-24

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Much better coffee today, hot and tasty. Delivery is great pretty fast and efficient.

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Tracy . 2024-02-25

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Always items missing from the order, every single time without fail. If out of stock the restaurant should be notifying just eat for an automatic refund. Will stick to Kingstown from now on.

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Lucy . 2023-12-21

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The friendliest staff I've ever seen at a Costa, always up for a quick chat and even remember my order (being a regular).

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Kira Kilgour . 2023-11-19

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Great coffee but a little strong today but still drinkable.

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Tracy . 2023-09-17

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Drinks were wrong, ordered sugar free syrup for my diabetic partner and was given full sugar syrup in the wrong flavour, flavouring wasn’t even put in my own drink

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Ange . 2023-08-22

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Excellent coffee made exactly how I like it, this shop is the only one that does this. Have tried others and they were too strong for me to drink , so this branch of Costa is the best.

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Tracy . 2023-08-19

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I was waiting behind a crowd of people, the crowd left and I was the only person there. I was ignored for a while, then finally one of the servers asked if I wanted to be served. I said yes and then she pointed to two other people and said the queue is over there, it was not clear where to order and there had been no one there earlier. So after having waited in what I thought was the queue and then being ignored I decided to just leave without getting anything.

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NicNacNoodle85 . 2023-07-24

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Hot drink was hot. Bacon roll was hot. Delicious.

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Sharon . 2023-07-23

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Hot chocolate was hot. Other places order from it’s usually just say warm on delivery.

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Sharon . 2023-07-09

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Nice hot chocolate and coffee nice seating outside in the square slight negative is that the tables could have done with a clean

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Mark B . 2023-06-17

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Was waiting in the line for a good 20 minutes when there was only 5 people infront and workers were chatting the whole time and it took a long time. Ordered a caramel latte and it was just milk and caramel!!!!!!!!! When I went in to tell them, they said that I was wrong…

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Joanna Midgley . 2023-06-07

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The tea was so badly spilled in the bag en route that mere moments after accepting it from the delivery man, the tea fell through the bottom of the soaked bag and spilled all through my front hall

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Matt . 2023-05-21

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Excellent fast service, coffee delicious and the courier was polite and courteous.

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Lynsey . 2023-05-21

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I just want to say a big thank you to the lady that served me today. She served me on the till, then made my fancy new whipped up iced latte, heated and served my toastie and got me my cake- all whilst other staff members were incredibly busy too. I don't think people realise until you work in a busy chain such as Costa (I worked here for 2 years in a different store) just how many things you have to do. It can feel like you're an octopus! And then people have the gall to complain about wait times etc. You're all smashing it in there and I'm sure you don't get praised anywhere near enough!

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Denica Creer . 2023-05-18

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I just want to say a big thank you to the lady that served me today. She served me on the till, then made my fancy new whipped up iced latte, heated and served my toastie and got me my cake- all whilst other staff members were incredibly busy too. I don't think people realise until you work in a busy chain such as Costa (I worked here for 2 years in a different store) just how many things you have to do. It can feel like you're an octopus! And then people have the gall to complain about wait times etc. You're all smashing it in there and I'm sure you don't get praised anywhere near enough!

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Denica Creer . 2023-05-18

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A more unfriendly encounter that I had this morning would be difficult to find. I smiled at the surly young woman who returned this with a look that implied that she wished that she and I were not there. I am systematically visiting all the coffee venues In Carlisle city centre and I won’t be visiting this one again.

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Janet M . 2023-04-25

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Excellent coffee, just what I needed to wake up. Love Costa coffee always a pleasure.

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Tracy . 2023-04-08

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Great food and coffee, delivered hot and on time.

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Paul . 2023-04-02

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Perfectly made, it arrived hot and was very tasty made me want more.

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Tracy . 2023-03-23

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This has to be one of the best costa coffee houses in Carlisle, looking onto the square watching the world go by whilst enjoying the best coffee..Perfection The staff are always very outgoing, welcoming and very customer focused.

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Sharron Sloan . 2023-03-19

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Coffees were perfect as usual, highly recommend this store for coffee and food, they are lovely and very good at what they do.

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Tracy . 2023-03-11

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Coffees were perfect and tasty as always. This store is the bestest 😀

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Tracy . 2023-02-19

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Having only been a couple of times (while the missus is shopping in Primark) I will give you my experience based off my most recent visit… We entered at around 4:30pm on a Saturday and we were served right away, the staff were all friendly and smiley which is always a bonus! The place itself was cosy and calming, there wasn’t an overpowering smell of coffee which I was happy about, the only thing that lets the place down is the lack of indoor seating, granted they can only work with the space that they have and it would be awful if everyone was crammed in and sat on top of each other. My partner and I had the peach iced tea which was nice and refreshing, I ended up having a second one by the time my partner had got back from shopping - I was told that there was a strawberry iced tea but they didn’t have the ingredients for it, frustrating as I definitely would’ve tried that! Location is very handy for a break whilst shopping and there’s a good selection of sweet treats to have a snack and a good drink. Just be prepared that you may have to sit outside!

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Lee Rielly . 2023-02-16

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Shelfs nearly empty not many choices ... since the others costas opened less chairs and tables .. staff very friendly but the space could be improved

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Joao Guedes . 2023-02-06

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Beautiful coffee was perfect ❤️

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Tracy . 2023-02-04

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Enjoyed my coffee and bacon roll very tasty, 😀 perfectly made as usual 😋

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Tracy . 2023-01-07

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Shop dead but wont lie down. Only half the tables in this shop now, since the new one in The Lanes opened. Service very slow. Coffee warm, not hot. Food decent. Sorry, but not impressed. Way below standard

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Neil Massey . 2023-01-06

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Love Costa coffee and love the girls that work there. You're awesome and will see you soon 🙂

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Tracy . 2022-12-31

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Coffees were perfect and hot, 😋. Delivery was fast so very happy.

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Tracy . 2022-12-26

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Love Costa coffee was excellent as usual brilliant way to start your day.

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Tracy . 2022-12-21

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My latte's were perfect and from ordering to delivered was twenty minutes so it was outstanding. Costa is my favourite always happy with my experience.

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Tracy . 2022-12-11

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didnt send the whole order. Poor

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ali . 2022-11-24

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Tiny place - struggle to get a seat. Hot chocolate is gorgeous & staff are friendly.

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Susan Jamieson . 2022-11-15

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Always happy with Costa coffee, it's tasty and sets me up for the day. The staff are excellent and would not order coffee anywhere else.

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Tracy . 2022-11-01

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Coffee was excellent as normal, love Costa. 🥰

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Tracy . 2022-10-23

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Let's start of with the fact I am disabled and struggle to walk, this is obvious to even the most clueless person, I mean the wobble, being hunched over and with a crutch isn't obvious at all (rolls eyes). Costa Carlisle city centre branch appears to have managed to employ someone (no name badge, dark hair and maybe had one or two too many sugars in her coffee) that sadly falls below this level. That or the Scottish accent made her screw her face up at me. I attended with my 8 year old daughter and our dog, a very short walk for me which still causes me a lot of pain. I entered via this door next to our outside table but was ordered to go back out and walk round to the front door, not very politely either. I did try to reason with her as I was already in the customer serving area but she wasn't having it and I couldn't be bothered with any further embarrassment. There is no signage saying this door isn't to be used and since what was now obviously staff using it I didn't think twice as it is propped wide open and looks like a main entrance to the shop. Anyway by time I walk round and with no one else in the shop now being served, I am left to stand and wait to be served, clearly she's power happy in her almighty position. Happily will never use this particular branch again. What an embarrassment to the Costa coffee chain, which I have to say have always been more than accomodating to my need for a little help. I will however say the other staff actually looked embarrassed at her behaviour. Very poor service and certainly won't be rushing back to be served by someone who clearly thinks she is better than her customers ever could be. Not shocked one bit to see so many bad reviews on Tripadvisor on this particular branch.

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Dale Graham . 2022-08-14

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No better hot or cold drink Anywhere Luvly

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Wendy English . 2022-07-05

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Strawberry and Cream Frappé!! Phenomenal

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Ill Ethics . 2022-07-04

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The establishment was fairly quiet, the staff looked busy however were busy doing nothing. The toilets were a disgrace, and not fit for use. As an eating establishment they should have far better standards.

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Jan S . 2021-12-16

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Does as any Costa does with great customer service.

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liz Goodman . 2021-11-28

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Coffee very very week A lot like most costas theses days

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Freddy Donna . 2021-08-03

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Women on the tills wanst helpful at all, first time having a costa..

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CHARLIE 97 . 2021-07-01

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Can only sit outside at the moment due to current stuff, was the coldest day in a month, company was good though.

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Craig Turner . 2021-06-22

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Freezing cold day. Asked for a extra hot chocolate and it was perfect 😋 very tidy and clean. Good social distance measures in place. Polite staff

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Noni Robb . 2021-01-13

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Picked up 2 chai lattes from Drive Through (one regular and one on coconut milk). unfortunately we weren’t able to finish as they were both way too spicy and too sweet , I guess the ingredients were poorly balanced out .

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KarolinaG488 . 2020-07-26

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They know how to make a ristretto - superb

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Simon Bullock . 2019-12-05

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Enjoyed this little coffee shop ambience with my brother and 2 friends graduating with me from the University of Cumbria. Had some large hot drinks and pastries. Brewed to perfection and the pastries were excellent. Nice and warm break from the cold and rainy weather. Place was neat and clean and the staff were very polite and pro active.

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zunaidbux . 2019-12-02

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Was there 29th October had a struggle getting through the door for smokers outside. The place looks dirty and tatty won’t go back

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petak665 . 2019-11-15

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marigdy . 2019-10-19

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Great service as usual from friendly and efficient staff

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John Humphries . 2019-10-11

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Dirty disorganized and slovenly staff

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Sarah Jenkinson . 2019-09-24

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Went into Waterstone's for a look around and a Costa. Shock horror.. no Costa anymore. Its changed into a very expensive cold looking coffee/teashop. Have they changed every Waterstones I'm wondering. Hope not. 😢

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Danny Kay . 2019-09-18

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Having found our usual Costa's nearby within Waterstone's bookshop temporarily closed for redecoration, we ventured into this franchise for our afternoon coffee. There were the usual groups of smokers hogging the outside tables, but inside several tables seemed empty. Once inside it immediately became apparent that both the table-tops and even the floor was filthy with waste food and litter. The whole place looked very grubby. We conducted an abrupt about-turn and bee-lined for the exit....pronto!

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Englishlakedistrict . 2019-08-06

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Hot wet and frothy just the way I like my coffee

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John Winder . 2019-06-30

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A small Costa in the Waterstones store which always seems busy with queues, so with limited seating, it is worth timing your visit to being outside peak eating hours ie. lunchtime etc. The staff were efficient but not particularly friendly - might have just been the day we were there !

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RUTH WATTERS . 2019-06-28

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What a sorry mess, the franchisee needs to get a grip, the place is filthy, dishwasher broken, no sugar, no napkins, the litter blowing all over the town hall from the tables outside is ridiculous i thought there were fines for littering carlisle city council couldn’t care less as the centre is a filthy embarrassment there are plenty smaller coffee shops - use them please

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3vaccines . 2019-06-21

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We have been a few times over the last couple of years, always hoping for an improvement- but alas no! This is the grubbiest most unkempt Costa we have ever been in. This is an embarrassment to Costa and Carlisle- get a grip!!

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Herdy007 . 2019-05-30

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What you see is what you get! Could do with an upgrade as it’s quite gritty and the toilet, well lets not go there! Absolutely disgusting. Other Costas in the town are far better. Don’t appreciate the staff swearing in front of customers either. Tables dirty and no staff to clear them, ended up doing it myself. Will use the other branches in future

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GH43TKH . 2019-05-27

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Always love going in as all staff are great

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Alastair Torrance . 2019-04-25

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Busy little Coffee House in centre of the city. Snacks available.Interesting location.

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Alan Rheinbach . 2019-04-23

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Walked in and couldnt believe the mess !! Both inside and outside. No tables cleared for sometime outside. Tables inside needed wiped. 2 Male staff chatting behind counter and no queue. Perhaps one of them could be out clearing up. We walked out and went elsewhere. Very dissapointed.

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Pink Fizz . 2019-04-23

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I’m a big fan of Costa Coffee and their coffees are always excellent in my opinion. Bearing that in mind I am rating this an average Costas as the premises were small a bit tired and not very welcoming. It was a lovely Saturday afternoon and we sat outside which was pleasant. Probably would have went elsewhere if we’d been restricted to sitting inside

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Bordersgeezer . 2019-04-22

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Branch of Costa coffee situated beneath the clock tower. Serves coffees, teas, chocolates and a range of cold drinks. Range of sandwiches, Paninis and a large choice of cakes. Nice food and drink in the centre of Carlisle.

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Derek . 2019-04-08

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Lively and lovely place right in city center. Coffee is superb as usual and staff is really friendly.

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Chaudhary Muhammad Ehtisham . 2019-03-23

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I had no high hopes, but I had very little time to find some food. The Roast chicken salad looked nice, but it was an awfully small portion with couple of rather thin slices of chicken. It was tasty, but I was disappointed.

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kacccak . 2019-02-28

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Beautiful coffee great service x

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Ann Lockey . 2019-01-27

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Always love a Costa coffee! The ambience and staff are great

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Janet McDowell . 2019-01-17

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Great coffee friendly obliging staff

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Carol Kane . 2019-01-06

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Central for everything so nearly always well patronised. A great cup of coffee and lots of snack treats for the hungry. Although nearly always full the waiting time is good as people tend to eat and drink and then leave immediately. I ve never been in and had to wait for a seat and it is a regular haunt of mine. Lots of help from Georgia and Leigh if you have shopping to carry and ask for your order to be delivered to your table for you. Always very willing to help. Warm and comfortable with the addition of books to browse as you drink! What’s not to like at Costas!

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u2aremine . 2018-12-11

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Staff trying hard but still a long wait. Coffee was worth it though.

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Susan Watkins . 2018-12-07

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devoid of character and dining experience. Everything was 'nice' and as it should be in the photographs on the menu but lacked any personality and charisma. Why cant you just make coffee quickly instead of baristaring about with it. Coffee was ok as were cakes and scones but not really worth the money. Much better to have gone to an independent outlet where there is flair, creativity and no blandness.

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Karen B . 2018-11-18

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Great place to unwind when out shopping

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Mark . 2018-10-29

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Really friendly staff good coffee

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Lynn Richmond . 2018-10-17

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I love love love Costa's! Personal favourite is the caramel latte! I've got a points card too which comes in handy for a free coffee now and then! Staff are always friendly. Also they do special winter drinks in the cutest christmassy takeaway cups! Always tasty drinks! Love to sit outside as well having a good old chit chat with friends or family either in the sunshine or in the winter wrapped up!

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Rebecca Dawes . 2018-10-01

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My wife and I called in thus Costs for coffee on the way to the railway station. It was busy and had a nice “buzz”.

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Stephen7Continents . 2018-09-30

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Bit overpriced I find for the quality but it's a nice place to meet some friends and chill out for a bit

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Lisa Williams . 2018-09-07

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This is the Costa in Waterstones. It has a bit more atmosphere than the other Costas with the same coffee and service. You can get a nice view into the street and of course you can always browse the books. It can be a little crowded at times.

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Mark Magas . 2018-08-10

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I recently moved to the area and thought I’d go for a coffee whilst shopping. I’d never tried the mocha cortado and asked the lovely waitress how strong the chocolate was as I’m a fan of flat whites and mochas but not the flat mocha.

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chri5h1993 . 2018-07-25

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Slow, dirty, inconsistent, stand waiting while people served after you get drinks first! Apart from that good location!

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Graeme Taylor . 2018-07-08

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Had to wait ages, not enough staff. The smoothies were good but were 5 mins later than the cakes! Queue was back to the door.

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Q5452XVmichaels . 2018-05-26

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Queue to pay for overpriced coffee. Should be table service for the prices they charge.

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stephen pinnock . 2018-05-25

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A quiet and relaxed environment, staff friendly and helpful, great coffee!

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Jamie Woodman . 2018-05-19

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Came in before catching a train. Use the Waterstones one regularly and its always good. Total overload on the chocolate on the cappuccino and the knife was dirty with the sandwich. Not as friendly either. Disappointing

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scrumpy77 . 2018-05-16

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I visited Costas in Waterstones this morning after finishing my shopping. I am a very regular customer there. This morning I had been struggling due to an arthritic knee playing up and as I put my tray down on my chosen table my knee gave way altogether! The coffee went flying all over the table and chairs. It was very embarrassing to say the least. The two young ladies on duty, Georgia and Leigh came over to help. Their main concern was whether I had been scalded but I had not. They cheerfully cleared up the spillage and provided me with a fresh coffee. I was full of apologies but they were very reassuring that it was no bother and I was to sit and enjoy the coffee they brought to me to replace the one I had lost. They made me feel that none of this was my fault, although it obviously was, and their kindness for two busy young people was exceptional. If Costas do an Employee of the month then these two should certainly be in the running for it. The coffee is always excellent at Costas and this sort of attention to a customer in difficulty is both unusual and an excellent example of customer relationship. Very warmly recommended in every way.

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u2aremine . 2018-05-15

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Good clean Costa great staff smiling to all with a warm welcome polite helpful staff great coffee one of the better Costa

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J5552LKcolind . 2018-03-28

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As always, love Costa. Friendly staff and good coffee, what more do you need!

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Theresa R . 2018-03-22

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Janusz, my man, thank you for the Latte today! It was ace! always best customer service from you and the best coffee! :) Don't go spending the change in the tip jar all in one go now!

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Joshua W . 2018-03-07

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Have been coming to Costa's for nine years to the same branch. The coffee is lush, can't get enough. I love the coffee and the staff are excellent and friendly. This is the best place to drink superb coffee.

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Tracy Cook . 2018-03-01

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Standard coffee visit, amazing coffee!

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James Butcher . 2018-02-13

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Used to live coming here. The staff seem in a muddle. They are let down by equipment not working properly. Get your act together Costa. Help these guys do their job properly.

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sally penton . 2018-01-07

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Extremely small and stuffy barely enough room for more then 3 people and there are far to many staff behind a bar its like being packed in like battery hens there is rubbish on the floor i may be confused they may just use the floor as the bin but i know i wouldn’t if it were me ... call the health inspectors ......

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kate03M . 2017-12-07

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We have been drinking coffee here for years and have recently seen a deterioration cleanliness of the whole cafe area. In truth the toilet has never been pleasant and was always best avoided (but we have noticed that generally across most Costas we have been to around the country).

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Englishlakedistrict . 2017-11-09

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Visited at the weekend, extremely busy but great atmosphere and very lively and bubbly staff that are always ready to make sure tou enjoy your visit

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K6617NJscottw . 2017-10-04

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