Espresso Hub in Carlisle

Set in a beautiful historic building in the centre of the town this is a great Hub for a breakfast/lunch/drinks . We just had a quick breakfast snack with a great authentic cappuccino. Friendly staff . Outside seating is available if the weather permits.

Now that the Costa on the square only does take-out cups. We decided our new spot for sitting outside is next door at the Espresso Hub. We enjoyed a good cappuccino (decent foam), and then came back later for a pre lunch prosecco. They make the most of their spot. I think service could be a bit of a challenge when busy, but we were early - before 11.00am so it was fine.

Great cafe/bistro in market monument area of Carlisle. Fabulous service with drinks and cheesecake sat out in the sun. Martin recommended a restaurant for us to eat in the evening as we didnt know the area 10/10

So happy to have tried this cafe. Not only do they take dogs (surprisingly few in Carlisle given its in Lake District county) but the coffee and cake was delicious. Service was quick and friendly and I would definitely recommend their lime and courgette cake. This may just become my new local cafe 👍🏼

Colazione in questo bar, uno dei pochi trovati aperti già alle 8 di mattina (in partenza per la tappa dell'Hadrian's Path). Pane tostato con burro e marmellata e the. Tutto nella norma, anche i prezzi: cari (per chi viene dall'estero), normali per i locali.

Absolutely shocking, this is our second visit both times disastrous! Today’s experience was dreadful, ordered 2 black americano, from the filter jug as the machine was out of order, 20 mins later 4 staff all stood doing nothing, people we’re coming in after us for coffee and were served before us, consiquently we left without coffee and got a refund, went next door to Costa and were served promptly and politely!

We went for breakfast and had such a lovely experience we then went back for cocktails in the afternoon.. and I’ve got to say how lovely they was & what great service we had by Chris ( fab cocktail maker) I would highly recommend a visit the food is delicious, & the staff are so friendly and couldn’t do enough for you 10/10 .

I had a meeting in the morning and wanted breakfast beforehand. I chose Espresso Hub because I like to support our local businesses. It was superb; the best Full English I have had anywhere in Carlisle. Everything was freshly made. The quality of the ingredients was outstanding. The plate was beautifully presented. The offering includes two eggs and I chose to have mine poached. Not always the easiest style to cook, but they were perfect. Espresso Hub has a winning formula: good food expertly cooked, beautifully presented by friendly staff in a bright and clean setting. The location is brilliant, for locals and visitors alike. It's in the pedestrianised square, roughly midway between The Crown and Mitre Hotel and The Lanes shopping centre.

Have visited Espresso hub frequently with my wife and children. Service, food and drinks always exceptional. It's great to have the Espresso Hub in Carlisle, I would highly reccomend a visit.

Didn't get to eat as it was too busy. The 5 stars are for the friendly communication as we were told there was a 30 mins wait. Thank you as most places just leave you sitting there for hours on end like a complete lemon! We found somewhere else (M&S cafe that was so slow as rigormortis had set in before we ate). It would have been quicker to have waited the 30 mins for something decent).

We were at this beautiful little cafe opposite our hotel bang straight in the middle of Carlisle and the food was lovely as well as all the lovely staff was that good we came back evert morning so sad to be leaving and it's dog friendly and I have my wee fur baby with me too so absolutely must come here Ave told others already ❤️ thank u x

A perfect spot in a lovely city but let down by slow service and mixed messages. Card on table said order at bar so off i went to the bar to order only to be told on my return that my wife had ordered with the waiter. Needless to say 2 orders came and we were charged twice for the same 2 orders. Sort it out.

I can’t really review this establishment. We arrived late morning and sat at one of 5 vacant tables and waited…and waited. During this time a couple who arrived after us were served. We tried several times to attract the attention of the waiting staff but they appear to have been told to avoid eye contact. Result one not happy non customer.

In my view Espresso’s coffee is by far the best in Carlisle. Served by friendly staff, in a great central location and complimented by good value for money food. Love it.

Called in on a busy wet weekday lunchtime and were told that the only seats currently available were the stools by the window. Sat by the window that faces out onto the square and it was as if we were watching our own TV showing people going about their business outside. Food and drink very acceptable but it's the memory of our own personal view on the world that remains.

Quick stop for refreshments in the sunshine and really enjoyed our visit. I always appreciate being called ‘Darling’ when I walk in anywhere, both gents serving didn’t disappoint! Teapot had real tea leaves and tasted great, husband’s coffee and lemon drizzle cake lasted no time at all. If I lived nearer I’d be here very often.

Great coffee and cake at reasonable prices. Service was very good and the gentleman with the blonde hair is excellent with children.

Called in for a coffee it was very busy but service was quick and friendly very efficient coffee came quickly just how we ordered it very weak it was the best coffee we have had for a long time thanks will be back when next on Carlisle

First time here today and we were really disappointed, we ordered and paid at the bar, it wasn't particularly busy and we only ordered 2 toasties and some drinks, but we ended up waiting 45 minutes for the food even though we were the only ones sitting inside. They had forgotten the onion in my toastie so I had to wait another 5-10 minutes while my partner was eating his as he was starving, he then found a hair in his side salad. No one came over to ask if everything was okay so we ended up just leaving as we'd already paid so no chance to complain afterwards. Don't think we will be returning which is a shame as when the food eventually arrived it was nice (apart from the hair), it's just the long wait and lack of service that let them down.

Without a doutb when the head barista is working its the best cup of coffee in cumbria. The food is fine just nothing too exicting and service is very friendly.

Was intending to go to another venue previously visited however closed, to our advantage! Beautiful place, can eat indoor or out and was busy however the staff and service can't fault - credit to you guys due to your small kitchen area. Would definitely go again if we are travelling up in that direction. Gluten Free options too.