Karibu Coffee House in Birmingham

Perfect place to go to for a hot drink before going to O2 for a concert

We visited yesterday on our way back into the city centre from visiting an event, although mid morning on a Saturday there appeared a good flow of customers. Situated outside the city centre and close to the coach station makes this an ideal stop off between the two Outside seating area for those patrons who are smokers, deceptively spacious interior. The youngman serving was doing a relatively good job of keeping up with dine-in and take away orders as well as clearing tables. He took our order and told us to grab a seat and he brought our order over when ready. The coffee and hot chocolate were a standard affair, the biscoff cheesecake delicious. Three prong plug and usb charging ports under all the bench seats make this an idea place to sit and study or catch-up with some out of office work.

The interior is nice. Came here for a cappuccino but it wasn't made properly. There wasn't any coffee taste and it was nearly boiling temperature. Quite pricey as well. Waste of money sadly.

The staff were very friendly and it was a pleasant atmosphere. The coffee was great! They were having a family party and shared the birthday cake around all the customers, which I thought was lovely. Would definitely go again!

Lovely and clean, warm and friendly vibe.

Good option near national express station

Excellent authentic food and service. Good value for money

Had a really delicious lunch! Would really recommend the Karibu masala chips. Something a little different to your everyday cafe with options for everyone 😄

Lush food, wonderful staff, interesting decor, if a tad pricey. Definitely one to check out if you're in the area of the bus station!

We have been ordering from KCH for a couple of years now. Never have we been disappointed with the quality & service from this family business. The taste and presentation of their food makes us reminisce the holidays our family has spent in my fathers home country of Tanzania. If you are looking for something exquisite and a change of culture, head over to KCH!! Superb location and beautiful family environment based in central B'ham. Keep it up!!!

I have been meaning to go to Karibu for some time and now that I have been, I will definitely return! Having spent a portion of my childhood in Tanzania, I wanted to try some food that would remind me of that time and Karibu certainly delivered. My husband and I decided to split the Swahili kebabs, Karibu masala chips, and bongo wings. We got a couple of mandazi to take away, as well as some baobab sweets. All the food was delicious and reminded me of my childhood. The only downside was that the chicken wings weren't ready until we had finished the kebabs and chips (and had taken our time to do so), even though we had been told they would only be a couple of minutes. Still, the food was lovely and the staff were friendly as well.

The coffee here is incredible and reasonably priced. Friendly service and nice interior.

I was surprised of how good was the coffee that I had there. Thanks so much for the service and the African music felt very good 👍🏽🙂

Excellent place for a quite, clean, and halal breakfast. Unlike other breakfast places, Karibu Coffee House has the great experience in terms of nicely decorated (African theme), halal food (for those who only eat delicious halal food), and cleanliness (cooking is done in an isolated kitchen, so no bad smell). Also, the floor, tables, and cutlery are clean.

Great atmosphere and lovely food

Lovely little spot and the service is fab, smiles all round!

Absolutely loved it here! The atmosphere and décor was lovely and chilled, perfect stop for my lunch break. And the staff were so friendly and welcoming. And the fooood!!! I was recommended one of the specials Mbaazi Mandazi if I wanted something a bit different, and it was next level amazing, I’ve never had anything like it, and I can’t wait to go back for more! Also bought some Vitumbua to take home to treat the family, and they couldn’t get enough of them! They were so beautiful and moreish! Can’t recommend this place enough.

Great place to have coffee. Cake, chocolate and coffee were amazing. Ambient is quite charming and colorful

I have ordered the eggs and toast and I found a hair inside not going again it was £5 😕!!

Place is beautiful inside The decor is lovely Bathroom facilities available and clean The food for me was very overpriced Coffee wasn't something i enjoyed there- could make that at home Good service Cards accepted Parking you have to pay and walk

After getting fed up queuing for ages in the Bull Ring centre for a coffee, we went for a short walk and found this wonderful family run coffee house, with great staff, selection of drinks and food at fair prices and a lovely atmosphere. The owners need support due to the roadworks that has reduced their trade and is threatening to close it down. Despite the roadworks, you can still easily get to this place which is pretty much round the corner from the Bull Ring. I would highly recommend this coffee house which is so much nicer than the big chains!

Best milkshake in the Midlands 👍

Been previously for coffee and came back this time for food. The food service was little slow (big table ahead of us and only a couple of staff) but I won't hold that against them too much. Food was tasty enough, so made up for the wait.

Amazing little cafe. The food was great, the atmosphere was nice and quiet. A good place if you want to get away the busy center of Birmingham. The decoration were also amazing. I really recommend it!

I can't believe I'd never stopped for a coffee here before. Acoustics are perfect and there is a really relaxing atmosphere. The young gentleman that served me was super nice and welcoming. Cheese toastie and coffee were perfect and I definitely have my eye on the prawns for the next time I pop in. Nothing but good things to say - highly recommend you stop by.

Nice atmosphere, good food and and friendly staff.

The cheese toastie and tuna melt were both delicious!

Excellent coffe and nice food. Perfect to get something before the bus.

Such a brilliant cafe just a short walk from the bullring. The Samosa Chaat is insta famous but also really really tasty! Make sure you learn a new language from the wall art too!

Lovely atmosphere with friendly staff and delicious food.

Finding out that the interior of Karibu Coffee House was updated only 3 years ago. Given the pace at which change has on interior design. Karibu looks fresh, I would argue cool. I love the mix of modern lighting elements mixed with Tanzanian art works. If you do visit, please speak with the owner. His family lived in Tanzania for 3 generations. He is a book of knowledge wrt African and what Brunmies term “Indian Food”. I opted for 2 dishes: the rolex (Chapati Roll) and the Mbaazi Mandazi, an African style stew. The former was a taste sensation, very much like a wrap. A side note. Their coffee is Tanzanian. Karibu Coffee House is a comfortable, relaxed environment. The staff are warm and helpful. It’s their African dishes and coffee that set them apart.

Delicious breakfast. We had eggs on toast with masala beans soooo tasty. We'll be back when we visit Birmingham again x

Great little find. Had two really nice dishes: Kuku Paka curry and Pili garlic prawns. Food and smoothies were delicious. Nice staff. On a very busy road - don’t let that put you off.

It's a nice place but location seems a little "off". Nice seating area out front but it's right onto a busy city centre road opposite the market. It's clean and spacious inside (hand sanitizer etc at the front) with energetic music. It would be good for friends catching up, definitely not for sitting on your laptop doing work, but this ain't Starbucks. Good stop off if you're headed to the coach station. Bit of a gripe about my server answering her mobile while processing my order, but she was nice enough overall. Tropical smoothie was tasty and served in a huge glass so, plenty for your money!

Good coffee, excellent food, friendly staff/proprietors.

My husband and I visited Karibu Coffee House last week for coffee after reading about them in a newsletter from Independent Birmingham. It's an independent, family run café which has managed to survive the lockdowns but I'm sure it's been tough. We were so impressed with our coffee (and doughnut!), the ambience and the friendly hostess that we promised to return for lunch when we had more time. We went today, and the food was better than our high expectations. It looked awesome, and tasted better. All freshly cooked with great attention to detail (including lovely tangy sauces). There's a range of things on the menu including all day breakfasts, sandwiches and lunches, with an African twist (the family is from Tanzania we were told). There's plenty of choice to suit those who want to try something new, and for those who want something familiar. Good for vegetarians like us, but there are chicken dishes too. The prices are extremely good for the quality of the food. They offer a discount if you have the Independent Birmingham App, which makes them even better value. The café itself was clean, covid-safe, comfortable and appealing to sit in. There are a couple of outside tables. The staff are lovely. It's a little off the beaten track if you're shopping in Birmingham, but it's only about 5 minutes walk down towards Digbeth from the Bullring. Well worth the extra minutes to find food as good as this from an independent business. We will be back!

Lovely drinks, friendly staff, will go back 😀

Nice and quite place, the service was very high in quality. The staff very polite and friendly. I highly recommended this caffe.

Fabulous coffee house which also serves great food, the place is gorgeous inside and service is excellent and staff very friendly

Excellent place to go and grab something. Very friendly staff.

My favourite coffee shop, this place always provides a homely warmth. The food and hot drinks are amazing too!

We visited just before lockdown and have been meaning to leave a review since. The food, the coffee and the service were all excellent! We can't wait to visit again with friends! An absolute gem!!!

My favourite cafe!!! This little gem in Digbeth serves amazing food and drinks in an inviting setting. The owners are lovely and welcoming - I've NEVER been disappointed with my food. They also sell handmade items from Africa :-)

Excellent food, excellent service!

Beautiful place , great menu and absolutely excellent service ! Will definitely recommend this place . And definitely visiting again

While heading to some of the great pubs to be found in the Digbeth area my twin brother Stephen and I decided to drop into Karibu Coffee House and what a great find. Walking in and I knew I would enjoy my visit here, greeted warmly by a very pleasant member of the staff, we gave our details of name and phone number to assist with the governments track and trace system and then sanitised our hands, we were allocated a table were we ordered a coffee each,coffee was really good, served steaming hot ,we just kicked back, chilled out and took in the great cafe we were in. From the first sip till the last sup you can tell they use quality ingredients in their coffee and take great pride in the coffee they serve, it was just so good being in such a lovely cafe planning out the day ahead while sipping our delicious coffee's. We really enjoyed our coffee's in here before we moved on and for a first time visit to here we had a great time. Karibu Coffee House is easy to locate along Digbeth . Opening hours are; Monday to Friday, 8am till 4.30pm. Saturday, 9.30am till 6.30pm. A great cafe,well worth checking out if you're in the area.

I stop for 1hour in Birmingham, and I wanted to crab a coffee, I found this lovely coffee shop close to bus station. Is very nice place, the staff very friendly and the coffe and food was great. I definitely come back if I will had the change.

Karibu Coffee House Is A Fantastic Coffee Shop In Digbeth That Offers A Good Range Of Drinks And Cakes.Karibu Coffee House Is A Superb African Themed Coffee House That Specialises In Coffee And Teas From Tanzania And Has A Slick Modern Interior With Fantastic Fixtures And Features That Relate To Africa And Karibu Which Means Welcome In Swahili Is A Great Place To Go When Visiting This Area Of Birmingham.A Great Coffee Shop And A Place We Visited While Visiting A Few Of The Pubs That Are Situated In Digbeth.On Entry We Gave Our Track And Trace Details And Sat In One Of The Tables At The Entrance Of The Coffee House And Ordered A Few Coffees Which Were Called Karibu Coffee A Superb Blend Well Presented And Well Priced.This Is An Excellent Coffee Shop In A Lively Area And Well Worth Visiting If You Like Specialised Coffees Or Teas And Tasty Pastries And Is A Place I Would Visit Again.Easy To Locate From Moor Street Train Station Follow The Park Road Around To This Coffee House'A Five Minute Walk.(This Is My First Review Of Karibu Coffee House). Opening Hours. Monday-Tuesday-Closed. Wednesday-Friday-10.00-15.00. Saturday-10.30-16.30. Sunday-Closed. Hours May Differ From Above.

Wonderful local business run by a friendly family, serving both delicious food and tasty drinks!

On my walk into city centre, I went into the place to grab a quick bite for breakfast. I found the price to be a bit high, but the food was great. Nice presentation and great environment to sit in for the most important meal of the day. I ordered the buttery scrambled eggs on sourdough toast.

I have fallen in love with this place. East African coffee and food is a taste of home for me. Everything is excellent quality and beautifully presented. Have been twice this last week! Lovely family business vibe and chilled African decor. Check it out if you’re home sick for Africa or just fancy trying something new.

A great taste of Africa in the centre of Birmingham. Good food, good coffee

Its the closest thing to home for me. The food is fresh and tasty. When you call them to place your order they are very friendly and accommodating. I can't recommend this place enough.

Great coffee and very nice atmosphere of East Africa.

We had 2 soft drinks and 2 coffees as well as a selection of panini which were served with spicy fries and an Indian style coleslaw . The staff were really welcoming and the service was great . The bill was very reasonable and if I was local I would visit often .

Check us on Insta 😁 - 🥔 Karibu, Digbeth - We were kindly invited to try the food and drink over at @karibucoffeehouse . You can find Karibu next to @southandcitycollege in Digbeth. From the front Karibu looks clean and modern but a little inconspicuous, don’t let that put you off @karibucoffeehouse is a very open, loving and warm place to get some amazing Tanzanian food, from breakfast through to dinner and everything inbetween 😍 - The decor is fresh and warm with plenty of seating and space. You could easily enjoy a catch-up with friends and family or have some time to yourself to get some work done using the free wi-fi and charging ports. There is also a section where you can purchase authentic African products made by the Maasai tribe women. - This is a family run Tanzanian café that produces authentic Tanzanian food and drink. We had three recommend dishes that were fabulous. Dish 1 was the Lamb Samosa Chaat, £5.50 Dish 2 was the Muhogo with Kachumbari and Salsa, £5.80 Dish 3 was the Omelette and Chips (Zege), £5.50 - I highly recommend all these dishes especially the Muhogo which is made with Cassava, an African root veg 😍 All the food is either Halal, Vegan or vegetarian. So there is something for everyone. - So get yourself to one of the must underrated cafés in Birmingham. 😍 . . . . #karibu #African #tanzania #brumfood #ad #digbeth #southandcity #halal #halalfood #halalbirmingham #Birmingham #lovebirmingham #lovebrum #lovefood #foodporn #drinks #drinkporn #foodies #foodiesofbrum #whattoeat #eatout #foodlover #vegan #vegetarian #glutanfree #foodstagram #goodfood #instagood #instafood #foodblogger

Karibu Coffee House never fails to satisfy. I’ve been going for the past few months now and there is a warm atmosphere as soon as you walk in. In terms of food, their chicken tikka is untouchable! I’ve yet to try anything that tastes as good, and they are always consistent with their standards of brilliant customer service and great-tasting food.

Maj, the owner is a lovely guy who always makes you feel welcome. Great coffee and great prices local to the City Centre - also do student discounts!

Great people in this brilliant independent coffee shop. Would definitely recommend for a great atmosphere and great coffee

Great little coffee place and pastries!!

Really nice cafe, had a lovely vegan tray bake and a coconut ginger masala tea which was excellent.

Nice cafe. Good coffee and relaxing ambience.

Nice little coffee shop that specialises in African coffee and food. Relaxed atmosphere to get work done. Student friendly with discount.

Been here for a quick bite and left the place amazed by the people who serve/ own the business. I haven't encountered such a warm, kind so genuine approach towards guest. From recommending to serving us a great homemade food, everything was without a fault. Thank you very much for making us feel so welcome! Highly recommend the African fusion section of the menu (especially lamb samosas) and the Masala tea!

On my first visit I ordered most of their food on the African menu, obviously I have my favourites. I went there again and the food was consistent, I certainly hope they do well .. they are good ambassadors of their country Tanzania.

Nice owner and staff. Good coffee and teas

A small piece of Tanzania in Digbeth! Stepping into this cafe transports you instantly to the sound and smells of East Africa. They serve great coffee, tasty food and working space for home workers. Highly recommended.

Meandering around Digbeth after an overdue catch up with my friend of 49 yrs (!) we were ready for a hot drink, when we stumbled upon Karibu. I’m a fussy bunny when it comes to food outlets. It’s frontage was attractive and inviting. Those already inside looked like they were enjoying their purchases and each other’s company. It was like peering into someone’s living room during a family gathering; cosy. I like my coffee strong with flavour- tick! My friend likes her drink to remain hot once milk is added - tick!...and the chocolate orange cake? Oh my, you’ll have to go there and try it! The staff were genuinely friendly and in fact we felt so comfortable, we were still there 20 minutes after they closed. This establishment deserve to do well. I intend to return soon for a meal.

Fabulous own roast Tanzanian coffee. Lovely house special iced coffee

Very very very good well recommended

Delightful coffee shop run with love showcasing a flavour of Tanzania.

I don’t usually write review but I saw this place and wanted a coffee from an independent coffee place. I was surprised how good my coffee was. I ordered an almond milk flat white and it was one of the best I’ve had. Sometimes coffee shops make the coffee a bit sour but this wasn’t at all. A good choice for people who are particular about their coffee.

Have been here twice now and It'd been brilliant both times. Get the Maharage. You will not be disappointed!! Also, the friend I was with used to have Mandhazi every day when he lived in East Africa, and said the Mandhazi here was great

Digbeth High St is very slowly coming on the up. This cafe, only just opened, is a sign of this. Pleasant, bright, cosy refuge on a bright but chill winter's afternoon. Nearly empty when I was there but it certainly deserves that business should pick up as it becomes better known. Karin is marketed as African, with a Zanzibar theme to its decor, and Zsnzibar coffee, reflecting where the owners come from. Actually rather more Indian, reflecting their heritage, with lamb samosas that are really very nice indeed and a wide selection of spiced chais. More usual Brummie pastries too, again very nicely done. Am pleased to recommend that you give it a try.

Friendly staff, excellent coffee ☕ and tasty cakes 🍰. What's not to like 😎

Loved how welcome we felt after walking in. Went straight to the counter and was met with smiles and an education on the food we wanted to order. The clientele are very eclectic too. We are big fans of the decor and the whole place has an authentic feel. I am telling all my friends about this place because they’re too good not to be a mainstay in Digbeth! We are big supporters of family run, local businesses. It usually means the products are made with love and this was no exception. Tasty food at a reasonable price (we tried two things from the African menu). And I tried a cool looking milkshake. My partner (an avid coffee fan) said Karibu made her the best latte she’d ever had. So smooth! One of the owners explained he was from Tanzania and that he gets specially imported Kenyan coffee beans that you can only get there. Whatever the secret is, we will be back. They have also promised more hot food going forward. I hope it’s a breakfast/brunch type menu but either way whatever it is we will be there to try it. Bear in mind I’m not a pro photographer. But visit and I am certain you will leave with a smile on your face.

I visited Karibu Coffee for the first time today. I have to say it has brought back so many childhood memories. The food was exactly how it is served in Africa, taste and texture. The place is very clean and nicely decorated with African Art bringing the feel of Africa. The customer service was excellent, with a warm welcome. I highly recommend Karibu Coffee House especially for those who have not Visited Africa.

Great! I visited here by complete chance as it was en route to where I was going. The waitress was polite and friendly, and was only too happy to make a recommendation when I asked to try a typical African coffee. I tried the house special 'Kahawa' coffee and loved it! It comes in an espresso sized come with a medijool date to accompany. The coffee is served black, and my initial thought was that it may be like Turkish coffee strength wise. Absolutely not! A very pleasent and quite mellow coffee with what I perceived to be a slight nutmeg taste...? For £2, I would definitely drink it again, and another visit, even try some food. The café itself has a relaxed and friendly vibe. I'll be back!

Great place to enjoy your coffee and wonderful cake.

Nice and lovely staff. Perfect for gluten-free and vegan cakes!

Magical little place right next to the train station perfect for grabbing a coffee before jumping on the train.

Really nice place, tasty coffees 🙂

Hey guys, update your opening hours for a Saturday on GMaps. You're not open at 8am, at least you weren't today 20/06.

Magical little place next to the coach station. Lovely coffee and nice relaxing earthy vibe. Highly recommended!!

Lovely food, well presented and pleasant staff! 😀

Lovely little shop, nice decor and vibe. Coffee is great and not over priced either. Definitely recommend.

Quaint atmosphere. Kind service. Quality food

The staff here were friendly and helpful. I like the African art on the walls and ornaments dotted around - itneresting to look at, and not overdone. Both the coffee and carrot cake that I tried had nice flavours. They serve a few interesting Tanzanian...

A cosy place to enjoy a special cup of coffee. Its a really good cup of coffee! The environments reflects the culture and roots of the owners and is a nice place to sit and relax. Clean and tidy bright and fresh. Handy on the...

Friendly place, good coffee and snacks

Very chilled and nice ambiance. Good service and convenient as it is very close to the bus station. I had a machiatto which I found a little pricy and the Lemon cake was a bit dry. Other than that, a very cool place and with nice coffee.

Coffee very nice, food ok but service is very slow. Difficult to pop in here during a half hour lunch break.

This place obviously only recent, nice smart clean interior, good choice of Tanzanian snap and coffee, we only had a snack and coffee but well impressed, staff friendly and attentive obviously trying hard in a nice way, best of luck to them, if you are...

Great food and service. If they repair the piano it will be my perfect breakfast spot in Birmingham!

Really liked the food well worth seeking out and just a short walk from the City centre or coach station. Staff very friendly and attentive.

Beautiful atmosphere. The staff were friendly and welcoming. The decor was very beautiful xxx

Excellent coffee excellent service most important the decor touches your heart... it’s a home for us tanzanian who lives in UK...yummy Tanzania bitings not forgetting the Pride Of Africa the Africafe coffee Well done to Karibu coffee house

Lovely decor but poor standard of coffee

Service a bit slow for a quick coffee during dinner break

Stopped off here for a coffee inbetween coach journeys; it's so close to the coach station. Excellent service, wonderful coffee and a great atmosphere. Awesome artwork on the walls and cool decoration, would absolutely recommend it!