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Nº 71 in 599 in Solihull

Nº 15 of 85 Other cuisines in Solihull

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I love this place. The pastries are the best as is the coffee. Perfect for a quick visit before train or even when you're not catching a train! Dog friendly too.

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Kate O'Hara . 2024-10-18

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A fantastic little station coffee shop

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Will . 2024-10-08

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We have popped in a couple of times. The coffee & cakes are very nice. Pleasant staff. Seating also outside.

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Nuressa Bessell . 2024-09-08

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We have popped in a couple of times. The coffee & cakes are very nice. Pleasant staff. Seating also outside.

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Nuressa Bessell . 2024-09-08

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Fantastic place for waiting ... lovely cakes like homemade with excellent taste at a reasonable(!!!) price. cozy place with very tasteful furnishings and very friendly service.

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V N . 2024-07-28

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Fantastic place for waiting ... lovely cakes like homemade with excellent taste at a reasonable(!!!) price. cozy place with very tasteful furnishings and very friendly service.

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V N . 2024-07-28

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Fantastic little coffee shop on Dorridge station. I am train crew and love my extra hot decaff latte, it makes my day when I have the time to rush over and grab one. Seriously the best coffee I have ever had and I have had a lot, home and abroad!

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Sarah . 2024-07-27

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Good stopover while waiting for your train. The food is nice, the staff is friendly what more could you ask?

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james cameron . 2024-07-15

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Lovely staff always busy nice range of products 👌

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Stuart Thompson . 2024-05-28

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Lovely little cafe at the station serving an array of goodies, all served by friendly, smiling staff, bacon roll in a brioche roll, was delightful.

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Paul Wing . 2024-05-11

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Got an oat flatwhite. I didn't expect such amazing coffee. Best I have had in a while

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Brad M . 2024-04-18

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Lovely station café. I nearly missed the train it was so nice in there 😁

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Paul Chandler . 2024-03-05

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Super friendly efficient service and great coffee ❤️

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Jill Wall . 2024-03-02

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Best place around for a good coffee, staff are always quick to serve as its hard for them to prep coffee in time for people to catch trains. I go there multiple times a week sometimes solo, sometimes with the family and it's always good. Thanks guys 👌🏼

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Luke P . 2024-02-25

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Appalling service. Advised that train was due in 5 mins, said drinks could be made. Staff chatted instead of making drinks. When multiple customers complained one staff said “don’t start with me” my self and multiple other customers had walk out without our drinks/food to get the train. Hands down the worst service.

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Batton Burrg . 2024-02-15

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Nice coffee but very cramped inside

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Ian Dinmore . 2024-02-12

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Great specialty espresso. Good service and good atmosphere

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D Díaz . 2023-12-29

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Got to the cafe 13 minutes before our train - the staff asked us what time our train was and we were rudely told ‘ no way’ . There was around 3/4 members of staff behind the bar, despite this two flat whites could not be made in 13 minutes ? Why have a railway cafe if you are unable to serve commuters

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becky d . 2023-12-16

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A fantastic coffee shop located right at Dorridge Train Station. I make sure to visit every time I'm in the area. They make the best espresso in Dorridge and Knowle.

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Dmitry Ivakin . 2023-12-05

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I had a delightful experience at the coffee shop located at Dorridge Train Station. The cosy atmosphere, paired with a nice cup of tea, made my wait for a connecting train quite enjoyable. The staff's friendliness and efficient service stood out, making it a perfect spot to relax before continuing my journey. Conveniently situated at the train station, it's an ideal choice when you have time to spare for a warm drink and a comfortable break. I highly recommend it for both the tea aficionado and those looking for a pleasant stop during transit.

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tek nothing . 2023-11-13

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First time I have caught the train from Dorridge and fancied a hot drink for the train to London. Appreciating the train would be due very soon I asked if it was possible to get two hot drinks to go by the time the train was due. I was rudely told no chance. It was a short period of time I understand but a simple no sorry would have sufficed. First impressions are everything and I won’t be back.

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Chloe K . 2023-11-05

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A complete rip-off! Asked for a flate white £3.25 - the smallest cup and when I sat down on the train that I nearly missed was presented with a concoction of warm brown sludge!

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Stephen C . 2023-08-25

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Great halloumi brioche and coffee. Fun seeing the trains whizz past the open doors.

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Heather Moore (Copy That! Midlands Ltd.) . 2023-08-04

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Best and I really mean the BEST bacon sandwich I've had in years. Great peppermint tea and lovely friendly and efficient service. Unexpected delight when waiting to change trains.

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Su Kent . 2023-07-12

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4 people behind the counter not partially busy No one looked up to acknowledge me - waited around 8 minutes., until they served someone else who just came in. When I pointed this out - nothing. We left.

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L C . 2023-06-25

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Tasty food, but too expensive! I think this establishment know they have a captive audience because a lot of travellers change trains here…nearly £10 for a flapjack and a very small brioche bun with a little halloumi and salad, plus an attitude when I commented on the price. Then informing me the food is freshly made and they are “not a chain”. Admittedly the flapjack was very nice.

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deedQ9039ZR . 2023-06-09

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Went for coffee and we used to love this coffee shop but we went at lunchtime and sadly it just looked very tired and to be honest a bit run down and dirty. The floor needed a jolly good clean. The windows were dirty and the leather seats could have looked brand new again if only someone would give the leather a clean. The tables needed re oiling or a good varnish too. It wouldn’t take much to get it looking lovely again. Same with the toilet. Just looking grubby. The food was ok. Nothing special and we ordered sourdough with avocado and feta at £7.50 each. We got bread not sourdough and the thinnest layer of avocado with a crumble of feta. Dry and a bit unappetising. No longer selling my favourite flapjack which is such a great cyclists snack. All in all I think we will try and cycle elsewhere. I was just disappointed as was so excited to take my friend there on our cycle day out. I wonder if perhaps it has changed ownership but I won’t be in a rush to go back.

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Bevjordan . 2023-04-04

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I was waiting for the London train yesterday (Monday 10th October). I had 8 minutes before the train was due. I ordered two hot drinks. One person was ahead of me and had ordered. After about 5 minutes It became obvious to me that they were still making drinks for people sitting in the cafe. But by the time I realised this, my train arrived and like a Couple of other people, including the person in front of me, had to leave and run for the train. I get that the drinks are done in order, but had II been told it takes 10 to 15 mins to get a drink obviously I wouldn't have ordered them. I feel cheated out of the £5.80 they took from me. I selected to messenger chat to them via their website whilst I was on the train. But as of this morning they haven't bothered to reply to my concern. If you are running a cafe that is obviously serving the public and rail travellers, it is beholden upon you to let people know there is a delay to making the drinks. I've used this cafe several times, but don't feel inclined to use again.

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Daniel b . 2022-10-11

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Slow service, bland coffee and overpriced (£6 for a bacon & brie toastie!), Coffee served in paper cups and toastie in a paper bag, despite eating in. To be fair, though, the toastie, whilst small and overpriced, was delicious.

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Guy-the-Griller . 2022-07-25

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Good coffee, fresh pastries and efficient service

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Chas Lovell . 2022-05-12

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Very nice indeed with friendly staff. One of the best!

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Sam Pike . 2022-05-04

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Usual skinny latte and pain au raisin but quiet enough today to sit in and relax before my train.

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Morgan Havard . 2022-04-27

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By far the best coffee shop in knowle and dorridge area and great staff too. Excellent selection of pastries and fresh sandwiches too. The coffee cake is exceptional too👍

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Vince Floyd . 2022-04-08

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Great place to have a coffee whilst waiting for a train. Recommended. Looks a good selection of cakes and pastries but I’d just had breakfast so had to pass this time!

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Brian M . 2022-02-27

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My favourite coffee shop! Delicious brownies and fantastic hot chocolate. Would recommend

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Brent . 2022-02-18

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Warm, cosy, lovely decor. Unexpected and cute and great smoothie! Good coffee too. Visited last week with my friend.

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Jane S . 2022-01-23

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Best coffee in Solihull....... Monsoon roasted in Stratford. Toasted sourdough is good too.

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Richard Dew . 2022-01-19

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Amazing gingerbread latte!! The Barista was so lovely, genuine and offered great customer service! Thank you!! Definitely made my disaster of morning a little bit brighter, I’ll definitely be back. Would recommend!

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m0lliemaeh . 2021-12-03

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Their avocado on sourdough bread with chilli flakes is to die for - and you don't need to get a train!

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Roger Halford . 2021-11-04

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Good coffee, great food options. Love it.

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Sarah Robsie . 2021-11-03

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Super fast delicious coffee, just in time and helped not to miss my train! Great team.. Thank you!

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Khaled Abuelenain . 2021-10-05

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Having left London early to get to Stratford and having had no breakfast, we were super super happy to get out at Porridge spelt with a D and stumble on this gem of deliciousness and friendliness. Super bacon sarnies and lovely avocado on toast. Every station should have a cafe like this one. Thank you from Cathy Jackson

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O2830GUcatherinej . 2021-09-12

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Lovely staff,coffee excellent, had a lovely sandwich, very reasonably priced

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Robert Hogan . 2021-08-07

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Stopped off here 3-4 times, generally unfriendly service…..and today decided to get a coffee before a train just after 4pm….perfect they are open till 4. Got there at 3.32 and the coffee machine was switched off « because we close at 4 «  hmm think they need to adjust their published opening times

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paulbT4997DR . 2021-06-18

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So much prefer this style of lovely independent coffee shop rather than the chain of costas etc. The quality of both the food and drinks is top notch. Really nice craft coffee from local artisan coffee roasters in Stratford, which is so nice that they support other local businesses. Love the breakfast brunch and they have good vegan options too. Great atmosphere and vibes to sit inside or outside. Love that they are really environmentally friendly – wooden cutlery, paper straws, eco compostable coffee cups, even the mineral water is in recyclable aluminium cans rather than plastic bottles! I see in other reviews a couple of people have complained about some of the prices, but I find it reasonable and definitely think you get what you pay for and the quality of the ingredients, their steps to support local suppliers and their extra care towards the environment is worth it. Love it here!

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janejones73 . 2021-05-20

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Great food and drink. Outside seating. Clean and maintaining Covid rules.

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Khaleda Qureshi . 2021-05-09

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Yummy food and my dog likes the dog treats :)

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Lauren Johnson . 2021-04-07

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Stopped off whilst changing trains at Dorridge station. You can't access the cafe from the platform, which makes picking something up quickly a bit of a nightmare. I understand the covid improvements a one way system can provide but that's not practical for a train station. A croissant and a rice crispy cake cost £5.40 and weren't that special.

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774oliverh . 2021-04-03

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This place is an absolute gem. I'm so thankful they've remained open throughout the whole of lockdown. Their vegan offerings have definitely improved over the past 6 months, meaning I can always treat myself rather than only when somethings available! Thanks guys, see you soon! xx

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Stacey Foster . 2021-01-26

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Service is always nice even when they have a full house a young gentlemen has served me on both of my visits and I cannot fault his customer service, I look forward to a return visit. Prices that won't break you.

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Trent Kelly . 2020-11-29

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Rude short tempered man serving

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Andrew Macdonald . 2020-10-13

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Lovely quality coffee nice cakes. Good at,osphere

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Liz . 2020-10-04

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The best coffee around, served by people who really care about what they are doing. I go here most days as it's the best coffee in Dorridge by far.

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926jackieq . 2020-09-30

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I called in at 3.45pm on 04/09/20. I was immediately rudely told off by the barista lady for coming in the ‘wrong way’ despite the fact that (from the platform) there is no access whatsoever - nor any sign telling you that. I was grudgingly given a coffee (£2.50!! in a polystyrene!!! cup) and then told I couldn’t even pay in cash. This must be the last cafe in England that insists on Visa card payments. I left feeling insulted. I shall never return, that’s for sure.

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Jon Wilson . 2020-09-05

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Except as usual, started using the cafe when they reopened and has been great. Lovely staff, good coffee and tasty flap jacks. We will continue to use Espresso.

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Maraid Beavan . 2020-08-28

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Espresso has reopened as a takeaway only, although they do have one small table seating two people on the down platform. The coffee is just as good as it always was, with quick service

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SolihullRichard . 2020-08-24

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Very VERY tasty coffee. I had a vanilla latte. Lovely food too.

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chris cook . 2020-07-26

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Absolutely fabulous, great coffee and very clean and safe ❤️

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Ali M . 2020-07-21

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I like my caffeine strong and hot...just like it is here. Dog friendly and on the platform. Great location and good value too. It's Dorridge!

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seanhR6307PX . 2020-07-04

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Staff are great, coffee is amazing, feel safe ordering coffee due to a one way system, such a great place 8

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Barrie B . 2020-07-02

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oasis if you didn't have Time for a cuppa at home friendly staff good service highly recommend.

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Mike Nash . 2020-03-05

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We often come here after taking our dog for a walk around Dorridge Park and so handy as they accept dogs inside. Only a tiny place but you can get good coffee, tea, hot chocolate etc and croissants, cake, biscuits and light lunches. An ideal place to pass some time if you are waiting for a train.Friendly staff and they are open on Sundays too.Can highly recommend this place.

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Claire H . 2020-03-02

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Came in today for a t/a coffee. Absolutely lovely little spot, my almond milk flat white and gf lemon polenta slice were beautiful. Wish I lived closer as I'd be in weekly for a treat. Amazing menu too! Thanks for startingy day off right ♥️

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missjimmyt88 . 2020-01-14

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Always friendly staff, good quality fresh food and great coffee !

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Lisa Eyre . 2019-12-06

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Can you believe a banana here costs 75p. Is this the most expensive banana in a cafe? Convenient location, glad of the facilities at the station but not value for money. Work 3 mins to Sainsbury's and get a banana for 25p.

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Vacation828493 . 2019-11-07

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Excellent cafe - serves fantastic coffee

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Stephen Broatch . 2019-10-24

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Great cake and friendly service. I love this cafe

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Kate . 2019-09-16

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Had a very nice avocado and bacon toast and cappuccino.. nice vibe in the place

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Rich & Zoe Meadows . 2019-09-06

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Stopped here for a coffee mid bike ride. Plenty of seating outside, good selection of cakes but most importantly one of the best flat whites I’ve had.

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simonb357 . 2019-08-11

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Very nice coffee and very friendly young enthusiastic staff. Much better than Costa round the corner.

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Joe Mills . 2019-07-31

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One of the best flat whites on the planet although I object a bit to paying 40p extra for oat milk! Also like the quick efficient service and quirky seating.

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Captain Cabbage . 2019-06-05

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Good hot drinks, fast service, good if catching a train. Also a station side entrance.

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harvey hamilton . 2019-06-03

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All way,s very good service and excellent coffee

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Raymond Clifton . 2019-05-20

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Friendly atmosphere and great bacon sandwich

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Nick Cromie . 2019-05-17

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Wonderful coffee in a beautiful cafe and lovely staff.

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Cheryl Wrighton . 2019-05-16

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Located at Dorridge train station, we got a drink here whilst waiting for the train. Very nice and relaxing inside and the staff were friendly.Ordered some drinks and snacks, which were ok. The only thing I would suggest is letting customers add their own amount of milk into theirs drinks as the tea we ordered had too much milk in it for our liking.

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Pandamedic . 2019-05-06

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Best coffee in the area! Friendly staff and cool decor make this our daily caffein stop

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adam lowndes . 2019-04-28

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A bit on the expensive side but good coffee and friendly service.

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Mike Bennett . 2019-04-13

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Nice bustling vibe at sleepy Dorridge station. Great coffee in a contemporary setting. Dog and child friendly too, judging by the water bowls and toy boxes.

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David S . 2019-04-11

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Used to be a coffee shop called something else before and run by a grumpy fella. Since it has become Espresso Station, it it much better. I pop in for a hot chocolate now and then and have had some lunch a few times too. All excellent and friendly staff. Thanks.

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sunnydingo . 2019-03-19

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Coffee was nice the, staff were friendly. Really cosy cafe.

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Kerry Darlow . 2019-03-08

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GreTcup of tea. Clean and friendly staff

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Dawn Weston . 2019-03-01

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Good coffee, good price but take a mug, it might be cheaper for take out

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chris adams . 2019-02-18

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On every visit the staff have been pleasant and efficient. Service is good and the coffee excellent. Pricing competitive.

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Nigel S . 2019-02-10

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No please or thank you from one teenager who takes a considerable sum of money from you for a cup of tea. Think they are saving the planet by only selling water in glass bottles. If only science was that simple!!

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The Doc . 2019-02-06

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Every Tuesday pop in for hot chocolate before picking up grandchildren from school. A very pleasant break.

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Martin Bates . 2019-02-03

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Coffee shop with an entrance straight off the platform at Dorridge train station making a very handy place to wait for a train or meet people. Coffee is good and the staff are friendly. They do a range of hot chiabatta sandwiches (just bacon is a solid one) along with the typical pastries you would expect. Not the cheapest coffee shop but on par with one of the big chains and definitely a much better quality of product and setting.

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Thomas Lyon . 2019-01-21

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We regularly pop into here after walking our dogs sat & sun. Great place, obviously dog friendly, happy staff. Reasonable prices

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H9108QOchrisv . 2019-01-15

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Que hermosa estación de tren inglesa!! Una cafetería encantadora!!

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Lauraymillo . 2019-01-03

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Stopped by while waiting for a train... By far the nicest station cafe I have ever seen and one of the top ones in general too! Beautiful aesthetic

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Dan Wright . 2018-12-19

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First time ever I have been in a coffee shop in a station and thought that I would return even if not travelling - a real find !

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sb-on-tour . 2018-12-14

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Great coffee shop, pleasant staff, fantastic local coffee from Monsoon Estates. Use every working day.

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Michael Simpson . 2018-10-19

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Lovely cafe in Dorridge. Dog friendly, great coffee and pastries. I call in here after walking the dog and I am always met with attentive, cheerful and friendly staff. Very good.

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djbewick . 2018-10-08

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I was early for an appointment in Dorridge so popped in for a quick coffee. The staff were friendly and welcoming, the decor great - and the coffee delicious. Seems to be a popular spot, and not just with station users. Will definitely be back!

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LibPrice . 2018-10-03

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Excellent double expresso and delicious chai latte in child friendly setting. Best cafe in the area I reckon.

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Edward Jenner . 2018-10-03

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This is definitely the best coffee place around. 1000% better than Costa and The Forest. Love the interior and the busy feel of the place. The staff are often friendly and helpful! If you need coffee in your life then you must visit.

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Jamie Loftus . 2018-09-13

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We have been visiting this café for over a year. It's the perfect stop for a drink or lunch. Our dog Willow loves the café. The food and drinks are excellent and the staff are exceptional.

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Skindocs . 2018-08-27

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If I ever go for a coffee in Dorridge it’s always here. Coffee is a million times better than at Costa or The Forest, it’s dog friendly and the sandwiches, cakes and pastries are great. Lots of thoughtful touches, obliging staff and water on tap. Love it.

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Mookins64 . 2018-08-26

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Best coffee around and great service. Best in knowle and dorridge.

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Jackie Quinn . 2018-07-01

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We pop in here quite a bit - not just when getting the train but at all times of day. Always friendly and quick service and serve good coffee. Extra bonus is that dog friendly so great after long walk in the park.

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502johnf502 . 2018-06-22

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