Ocean Bells Coffee in Watford

Absolutely lovely house blend coffee, not generic branded coffee. They even have a special order Decaf! Staff were lovely and vibe was very pleasant. Only downside is no toilet on site.

We appreciated the fact that there wasn't any of that moronic music. However, we don't visit this cafe anymore because of the metal chairs which I find quite uncomfortable to sit on for any length of time. There are two low down soft armchairs in the window, but it's hot in the sun and it's not at all private due to being stared at by passers-by. £3.50 for a small bitter coffee isn't good value in my book.

I was waiting for the Aria shopping centre to open one Sunday morning and this was one of the few places open early nearby. The folks sitting in the front window alcove seemed so happy and companionable on the sofa and when I cast my eyes inside, the place was alive with patrons. It was a lovely vibe for a Sunday morning. Service was fast despite only two seats being available. They do lovely fresh baked items and their croissants are so buttery and yumm!

Did not expect to find such good food and coffee for a reasonable price in the centre of Watford. Definitely worth checking out.

Very nice coffee and friendly welcoming service.

Coffee shop along the southern end of the Watford High Street. Excellent quality coffee here, the nutella latte being my favorite, along with great pastries. Interior is small and can get quite noisy, come early and/or at off-peak times.

Amazing sandwich! Great value for money and very friendly staff

The best cafe in Watford (definitely the best sausages!). Lovely food and friendly staff. Smoothies and coffee great too. It can get busy but never have to wait long for a table.

This has been my first choice coffee shop in Watford for a long time. Previously the food and coffee has been excellent. Sadly on this occasion, the pastry did not taste fresh, was chewy and greasy instead of soft and flaky, which I raised with the serving staff, only to be told with a shrug that they were delivered fresh first thing, which didn't resolve the fact that I had left the pastry. And the coffee was just lukewarm. I wasn't happy with customer care, it may have just been an off day, but I don't think I'd go back.

Great place...a hidden gem x lots of choice x

Simply a great cafe. Lovely food at reasonable prices in a comfortable setting. Staff are extremely friendly and helpful and most of all, the food is very tasty and delicious. Lots of choice and great atmosphere. It can be a little slow at times, but we'll worth the wait if there is one. Highly recommended

Really disgusted at how dirty the cafe is. Flies and used dishes by customer tables. Asked for a simple toastie which was cold, wish that they’d said no to making it as opposed to serving something that was clearly too much effort.

Was greeted by a silent blank face that only said ‘anything else’. Not sure if she’s new and intimidated by customers but definitely lets down the experience. Other than that good coffee.

Good coffee, good prices. Helpful staff. Nice place to sit down. Have yummy banana bread.

My favourite coffee shop in Watford. Coffee and food is so delicious, good vegan and vegetarian options, and the vibe is so nice in there. Will always be my go to!

Lovely calm ambience, delicious aromas of coffee on arrival, well balanced and flavourful flat white which was well received. Overall, the best coffee I enjoyed whilst on an extended stay in Watford

First time here and I must say the sandwiches are absolutely amazing. I ordered the full English breakfast sandwich on sourdough with a sausage roll. Atmosphere is great. Nice little cafe. Definitely recommend.

In all honesty the brekky tasted so good. Delish as well. Presentation was excellent. Would give a 10 out of 10. I will be back. Ate everything look at my 3rd picture. Nothing to waste

Leider war es absolut nicht so schön wie erwartet. Aufgrund der sehr vielen guten positiven Bewertungen haben wir uns für ocean bells coffee entschieden und waren leider total enttäuscht. Vielleicht haben wir einen schlechten Zeitpunkt erwischt aber das Personal, bzw der Service, war eher wie ein Roboter und wenig menschlich/freundlich und auch unser Avo auf Toast eher mäßig und traurig. 😢

Excellent to find this nice lunch place serving the fantastic Campbell & Syme coffee, and impressive flat whites.

Ocean Bella Coffee in Watford: "I recently had the pleasure of visiting Ocean Bella Coffee in Watford for breakfast, and I must say, it was a delightful experience from start to finish. The food was simply amazing - each dish was packed with delicious flavors that left my taste buds dancing with joy. The attention to detail in the presentation and taste was truly impressive. What stood out equally was the exceptional service. The staff members were not only attentive and efficient, but they also had genuine smiles on their faces, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The ambiance of Ocean Bella Coffee was superb, adding to the overall enjoyment of the meal. It's clear that the team behind this establishment takes great pride in providing a top-notch dining experience. I highly recommend Ocean Bella Coffee to anyone looking for a fantastic breakfast spot in Watford. Whether you're a local or just passing through, the combination of delectable food, outstanding service, and wonderful ambiance make this place a must-visit. I can't wait to return and explore more of their menu!"

Proper speciality coffee, excellent quality. Lovely people watching spot in the window on the wingbacks. Often had brunch here and swapped the balsamic for Siracha Mayo, all dishes were absolutely delicious. Highly recommended.

Excellent coffee, delicious food and a lovely atmosphere, with original art all around you. Service can take a little while when it's very busy, but it's absolutely worth a little wait. This much love and attention takes time. A really brilliant place for brunch! Excellent value, too! 😍

Best coffee in town. Had the peanut butter mocha which was outstanding.

Never been here before but will definitely come back! We had the English breakfast sandwich and some iced coffees! very, very tasty!!!

The avocado toast was so good. I didn't even expect it be such a tasty. Nice coffee and service

Without the doubt the best coffee I ever drank in Watford. I’d even say during all our trips to the UK. The flat white here is delicious. Crafted with care. The milk, or better said, latte art stays perfectly intact. This is clearly a sign that this establishment serves high quality coffee that taste great!

Dog friendly which is always a plus. Nice selection of hot and cold drinks. Didn't done there but good choice for food. Recommend

Gorgeous coffee and lovely, helpful staff

Best coffee in town. Lots of vegan and vegetarian options, AND pet friendly! I've been there a couple of times (one of them with our pup) and I've always had a great time. The staff is friendly and the coffee and cakes are amazing. One day I need to go again and try the brunch menu, looks delicious!

Overall good coffee, but taking advantage of parents with a only foam babychino over £2 it's not acceptable.

Lovely friendly little place, nice drinks, friendly staff, and most importantly, dog friendly :) will be returning. Thank you

A great find as opposed to all the chains of coffee shops in the town. Great coffee and the food is no cheap, but don't mind that bit extra for quality, freshness and great service.

Called in for the first time. What a great artisan coffee house! We ordered cortardo and flat white and saw they had a lovely selection of pastries and cakes, so added carrot cake to the order and then decided to order Avocado toast with an extra poached egg, the best we have ever tasted! Gave 5 stars for delicious food and amazing service! We will definitely be back.

We tried an americano coffee and an earl grey tea, both very good, especially the tea, served in a beautiful tea pot. They have gluten free and vegan cakes. They also asked me if I wanted my banana bread warmed, which was good! The staff is polite and kind. Thanks!

Popped in after work for a cuppa and snack. Had bacon and cheese toastie in gluten free sourdough bread and pot of tea. Both were excellent as was the service in the relaxed atmosphere.

The food was delicious and the the staff were very accommodating towards me (as I am deaf). I would absolutely recommend this cafe!

Been here a few times already and it’s definitely one of the favorites. Coffee is very smooth and delicious. Tried a few brunch items which were very fresh and tasty. 10/10

Great little independent coffee shop. Organic milk and eggs and coffee from Cambell and Syme. Highly recommend this cafe!!!!

Lovely little cosy cafe that did a really good flat white

We were really excited when we came across this on Google and saw their vast options for vegan and vegetarians! However, midway through my oceans on toast meal I found a piece of clingfilm in the dish. This put me off but I appreciate everyone can make mistakes. I continued to eat cautiously but a few bites late I had bit into hard plastic (similar to that off a lid/plastic cutlery) and had to immediately spit the food out. Once would’ve been a mistake but this was concerning and a health and safety issue. I took the dish back to the counter and asked for a refund in which they apologised immediately and gave a refund but upon leaving there was no sympathy or remorse of the incident. It’s a shame as the menu and food itself looks really appetising but due to this I wouldn’t return.

Had a very poor experience today. The dirty plates on the table were not removed for 10 minutes - had to take them myself to the wash area. Had ordered coffee and a piece of cake. The coffee took 20 minutes to get but without the cake. Reminded the staff twice - the excuse given was that they are short staffed but all I could see was staff (3 of them) just pottering around because there were hardly any queues. Also, not sure how long does cutting a piece of cake take?!. Finally, had to cancel the order for the cake.

I love this place! The menu is super creative for both the drinks and food. I would recommend the Biscoff latté and the peanut butter mocha - I've never had either of those anywhere else and both were genuinely some of the best coffee I've ever had. It's a great, quiet, cute place to study and relax. Very vegan friendly for both food and drinks. The staff is very nice and the service is super quick as well!

Lovely coffee/tea place. The atmosphere is great, and the food is top standard 👌

Beautiful Chilled Music sublime Visit....x

Friendly, polite staff and tasty options on the menu

I chose this cafe as a cosy place to while away some time waiting for my Watford-supporting family and it was the perfect choice - tea served beautifully and delicious carrot cake (see photos). I ordered at the counter and it was brought to the table. It had a happy atmosphere, if that makes sense. Although I was only there for a snack, I watched as other visitors were served tasty looking salads. I really can recommend this on all accounts.

Small unpretentious coffee shop serving good coffee and cake.

best coffee and mocha in town ☕

I don't often do reviews but this coffee shop hits the jackpot. Second time coming here and not once have I been disappointed. The avocado on toast is to die for! Lovely coffee and staff as well.

Great, independent town centre café. The coffee is exceptional.

The best coffee in Watford by a mile. If you fancy something sweet, I would recommend giving the Nutella latte a try! Not to be missed!

We have a nice moment in this beautiful little coffee shop. The staff was so nice and lovely. Food was also delicious. It was a very good first brunch experience, i recommend!

Lovely breakfast and lovely venue. 😁

Waited 20 minutes for a sandwich. The “large” coffee was actually a small coffee. I also ordered a lemon drizzle cake… and it was by far the most bitter cake I’ve ever eaten. Couldn’t eat it. Ps. I saw them “washing” the dishes without any dish soap.

Great customer service. Lovely spot for a cuppa

Absolute best coffee shop in Watford for so many reasons. Great customer service, the staff are always patient and friendly. The lattes made perfectly as the coffee is very smooth and they have very good food options such as avacado and egg on sourdough toast. However; I do believe a thicker slice of toast would be better because they are generous with the other ingredients that go on top , I need there to be a bit more bread to balance things a little more . Everything else is really great. There is a very inviting and cosy atmophere here. They pay attention to detail and they have the best almond crossaint I’ve ever had in life. I highly recommend coming here.

Wonderful company with amazing coffee & cake.

This cafe has the right 'blend' of relaxing, cosy and yet trendy/modern. It is one of my all-time favourite places, and is always welcoming and friendly. I like the wide selection of drinks and their tasty range of food, with quite a few vegan options. Above all, it is a place where you can feel at home. It's right next to the Atria shopping centre and close to Watford High Street station and is an ideal place to meet a friend for a chat or relax and linger over a paper. I briefly popped in today to get a couple of takeaway hot drinks (as I was going somewhere) - delicious!

Fantastic coffee with various options.

Delicious food and coffee and very pleasant owner and staff. I recommend it highly.

Best independent coffee I have ever been to! The food is delicious.. Lovely people working here.. Will come back for sure x

A fairly good place to drink coffee. Nice atmosphere there.

Great coffee and staff really friendly, for sure will be back! Happy to have them close 🥳 Nutella special highly recommended 🤤

Fresh coffee. Nice little cosy place and very dog friendly.

Great coffee (and I'm fussy) And a perfect avocado on toast. Highly recommended, will visit again when in the area.

Friendly independent coffee shop

Fantastic! I had the maltesers latte and croissant pudding and I’m ready to go back for more. The barista was very nice, and I will definitely visit again.

Nutella soya latte is fabulous!!! I wish I can make it in the afternoon for another peanut butter one :P So far the best coffee I’ve had in Watford. Really appreciate the creative and unconventional brunch options (a bit tired of egg benedicts). The caramelized onions might be a little too sweet especially with the sweet chili sauce and my Nutella latte, but the feta and roasted pepper is quite refreshing.

Quickly popped in for an iced drink and a snack to takeaway. Service was very friendly and the interior felt extremely cosy. Annoyed at myself for never coming here before, but will definitely be back soon!

served my Courtney and Erin both lovley ladies who make a tasty milkshake!!!

Great coffee, friendly staff, good vibes

Wow♡ I not had a good almond chocolate croissants since last I went to Barcelona 4years ago, and the biscoff latte was lovely, wicked service and the atmosphere in here is great for a cafe♡ they offer so much more,I can't wait to come here again, thank you

Great little independent cafe. Best coffee in Watford? Most certainly in the high street area. Sandwiches have always been quite nice, and they used to have soup - unsure if they still do. Staff have always been very pleasant and I've never had an issue here. Love the Flat Whites from Ocean Bells!

Pleasantly surprised by the coffee and the quality of food - Brie and Bacon on toast and almond croissant are the best I have had!

A little tucked away and easy to miss but comfortably some of the best coffee and food I've had. Staff are lovely and the feel of the whole place is quiet and relaxing which can be a nice getaway from the busy high street. A no-brainer if choosing between here and a big brand franchise.

Very friendly staff and great service. The coffee is good.

Absolutely amazing, Coffee was out of this world and the staff were really nice.

As always, top coffee and service in Ocean Bells. 👍

I go here regularly and really like the coffee and the friendly staff . Always nice cakes , and savory snacks. An asset to Watford .

This is a very cosy place with tasty coffee and food. During the busy hours there could be a waiting for your food but it's totally worth it as it is freshly made and amazing.

Coffee ok, good vibe, friendly staff

Incredible Dirty Chai Latte (Chai with coffee). Yes they have Oatly Barista :) Delicious, moist Mandarin and chocolate cake aswell. Chilled atmosphere and lovely staff. Hands down the best coffee shop in Watford town. If you are serious about good coffee, skip down the high street to find this place.

Good coffee and enjoyed the chocolate and mandarin cake!

Always good to find an independent coffee shop with excellent coffee. A very modern vibe and atmosphere. The food looks great as well

delightful little place, easy to get to, very sweet staff and loads of really nice menu items.. good for vegans as well

Best coffee in watford, food are class too :) Cozy spot in town

Super friendly staff, wonderful lunch menu and lovely atmosphere! ♥️ Will definitely come back :)

Very bad man working there , he insulted me because I asked him for job

I was looking for a place where I could eat tasty food, drink a nice coffee and do some work. Oceans Bells cafe was the perfect place. I made it my office for the afternoon. It is such a cosy place and friendly staff. Also, I prefer to support small local business than the big chains. I will be back again.

Nice cafe, with friendly staff, squeezed between the coffee chains and worth seeking out Lovely coffee, and done without scolding the milk or beans; good croissants too Recommended!

Best coffee shop in town! Amazing food and drinks.

Really friendly staff and lovely coffee and pastries.

Nice place. Independent. Nice cakes. Friendly. Will go again.

I had my first re-visit from pre-pandemic lock-down on a Tuesday morning this week, absolutely delighted to see Ocean Bells is still trading as it's one of the best flat white's I know of in Watford. Always go there, good food options also - brunch menu particularly. Knowledgeable staff. Highly recommend.

Love the coffee, the cafe, the staff are always friendly and it's a chilled atmosphere which is also dog friendly, it's my favourite and 2 mins away from home, would highly recommend as food is delicious and soo much variety for all including vegetarians and vegans

Delicious coffee and a lovely slab of carrot cake. The cake was moist and tasty with a lovely icing. The music was interesting and quiet - from the waitresses own play list. I really like that - individuality.

Went in for a cup of coffee and a tea with some food. I had an espresso and my girlfriend had a loose leaf tea with oat milk, both tasted amazing. We each had a thyme and vegan cheese toastie with caramelized onions; again, amazing. Can't fault it in any way.

Had a nice coffee with v tasty almond croissant. Mmmm!

Great vibe, variety of options and great brunch menu too ♥️ A must!