Xoko Bakehouse & Coffee Bar in Highland

We headed here for a coffee and a bite to eat. Nice atmosphere and really friendly service. Prices are normal and the coffee was lovely. The cinnamon swirl was incredible and the best we have ever tasted! The pain au raisin was ok but a bit too sweet/sickly so I wouldn’t recommend that.

There sneckers chocolate bar was delicious 😋

Popped in for breakfast based on the good reviews. I had a coffee and a croissant with bacon and scrambled eggs, I was quite surprised when it arrived as the portion was tiny, it was literally a croissant with two rashers of bacon and a spoonful of scrambled eggs and it cost £12!!! My partner had a bacon toastie with cheese but asked for the cheese to be removed (just wanted a bacon sandwich basically) it arrived as two rashers between two unbuttered slices of sourdough! Incredibly dry. Outrageous prices for average food. Good coffee though.

Best cafe in Inverness! Amazing food, great drinks menu and the background soundtracks are usually on point 👌 Always end up getting a loaf of their sourdough to take home.

Excellent coffee (nice and strong) cakes are amazing, all round a good place!!!!

Wonderful place for breakfast, brunch, lunch or coffee. Favourite place in Inverness for breakfast, love the coffee, Best coffee in Inverness, lovely staff, so welcoming. Highly recommended.

Delicious breakfast menu with a difference. Great coffee and lovely atmosphere. It’s great to see it so busy. Will be returning to try more off the menu.

Had a lovely hot chocolate here today, (not too rich, not too sweet) along with a gorgeous sticky toffee cinnamon roll, served warm which was just divine. Polite, staff member took our order at the till and brought our order to the table. Whilst we didn't have anything from the breakfast menu, we could see various dishes being ferried to other tables that looked delicious. Highly recommended.

Just very friendly spot.felt relaxed and at home. Everyone welcoming including clientele . Just a nice spot to enjoy life.

Took my mum and daughter for lunch, great choice and the sourdough sandwiches were top quality and served quickly. Lovely relaxed atmosphere, staff exceptional. Would recommend for food or even just a coffee, my daughter thought it was the best latte in Inverness.

Nice different menu and lots of fab looking croissants . OH had the daal ‘soup’ , nice although a tad sweet. I was spoiled for choice but settled on the sourdough bacon n cheese sandwich as didn’t spot the avocado one !

What a great place. The menu has a great selection. Rice bowls are wonderful as is the dolce de Leche (excuse spelling please). The coffee is the best in town and the service is great. The shared table policy encourages people to chat wIth others and make new friends, whilst there is also the option to sit alone. Cannot recommend highly enough.

As an american living abroad, I'm shocked to have had such a delicious Mexican meal. It's rare to even find Mexican food, and when you do, it's not that good usually. The chorizo egg sourdough dish I ordered was amazing. Ive had tons of homemade authenic mexican food and this dish exceeded those high standards. Bonus: they sell tajin here. Ontop of that, the pastries and coffee are to die for. It's shocking to have such different foods all exceed expectations as they have. Along with their incredible menu, the environment is clean, beautiful and inclusive with strong connections to the community. This place is amazing and I cannot reccomend it enough for both tourists as well as locals.

Never mind the bread, pastries, and coffee (all of which are incredible), this may be the best brunch and lunch kitchen in inverness - every dish on the menu is innovative, varied, and absolutely delicious. Hats off to the lovely and very talented team!

Fantastic place for food and coffee, great atmosphere and the staff are lovely. Thier rice bowls and sausage rolls are honestly top notch, that's not to mention the great coffee and sweet pastries! Well worth a visit.

Xoco serves THE most delicious food in Inverness. Can't rate it highly enough. Wholesome, healthy and so so tasty. The owners and everyone else who works there are wonderful!! Please go and try for yourself!!

Take away lemoncello croissant. For the price paid, it was very disappointing unfortunately. Not very lemony at all. Bland. Can't comment about the cafe as I only consumed a takeaway item. Very over priced. £4.20 approx! Wouldn't recommend, had better filled croissants elsewhere much cheaper. Service was very good though, staff helpful with my child. This business does support local artists and creators to their commendation.

Best place for coffee, cakes and brunch 😍✨💘

Wonderful independent Coffee House. Excellent service and excellent coffee!

We visited this morning for the first time having been eyeing up a visit for some time. We were so pleased with the selection of pastries when we arrived we chose 4 to take away and sat in and had breakfast. The staff were lovely, the coffee and food were perfect. Such a relaxing atmosphere and so cosy! We've just tucked into our filled croissants at home and they were incredible, we'll definitely be back for more 🤣

Overheated milk and overpriced croissant

What lovely staff and such a nice atmosphere. Thank you to the fabulous barista for making me my half and half coffee to perfection! Highly recommend.

Lovely hot filled croissant and coffee for breakfast. Central location.

I visited in late November, everyone who works here was friendly and kind, the cinnamon bun I had was delicious and warm, I ordered a flat white and it was perfect too. The atmosphere is lovely and the whole place smells like fresh bread and pastries, I'm mad I hadn't visited sooner. 10/10.

Amazing place! Had their teacake which is filled with scrambled eggs and drizzled with maple syrup. It was so good, we ordered a second plate coz the kids love it! It comes with bacon as well but we requested for no meat and they gladly complied. Amazing service as well!

Wow. An unexpected drop in for coffee/breakfast. Best scrambled eggs and salmon I’ve possibly ever eaten. Great coffee. Baked goods look delectable too.

Had the pleasure of introducing my little brother to my favourite cafe today, told him these were the best cinnamon buns in the world and the look on his face confirmed it! Such a lovely atmosphere, and incredibly wonderful friendly staff, as well as excellent food. 10000/10

If you are visiting Inverness you have to stop here for breakfast or brunch because the staff is very friendly and the food is so delicious.

When you visit Inverness, be sure to stop by this place for a delicious breakfast and tasty coffee. I will definitely return.

Breakfast time. Salmon and scramble. Very tasty. Service was great. Got a treat to takeaway, too. A place for everyone.

One of the only coffee spots open early on a Sunday so I was going to go here regardless! But it was phenomenal. I over-ordered a latte, a brioche with super soft scrambled eggs, bacon, and syrup poured over (Scottish McGriddle!??), and a coffee walnut twist for the road (which was SO GOOD after my hikes for the day). Almost went back for another coffee walnut twist. Seating is basic but pleasant and it was a busy spot

We stambled upon to the cafe but they are above the expectation!

I was only in Inverness a couple days, but this was my go-to for coffee and baked goods in that brief time.

As a regular Friday morning visitor for breakfast, this is my go to place and it's always an enjoyable experience.

A perfect place to visit with friends.

Always my first choice for coffee: in my opinion, it has the best flat white and pastries in Inverness.

Love this place! Food is outstanding and put together with real care qnd obviouse passion... Anytime I'm in the Highlands I make sure I swing by Inverness JUST to have breakfast qnd amazing coffee here. Atmosphere is just great too.

Our recent visit to Xoko Bakery in Inverness left us with a mix of delight and consideration. Delectable Focaccia Sandwiches: The late lunch of focaccia sandwiches with tomato and mozzarella was undoubtedly a highlight. Served warm, the sandwiches were bursting with flavor and left us thoroughly satisfied. Quality Coffee: The coffee was a true delight, complementing our meal perfectly. It was evident that attention was paid to crafting a good cup of joe. Considerable Pricing: While the food was undoubtedly delicious, the price point gave us pause. At £9 per focaccia sandwich, it felt a bit on the expensive side. This consideration may be a factor for future visits. Overall Experience: Despite the higher pricing, the quality of the food and beverages certainly made for a pleasant dining experience. The warm and tasty sandwiches paired with the quality coffee created a memorable meal. Final Thoughts on the Bill: The total bill for four people, including four coffees and two sandwiches, amounted to around £32. While we acknowledge the quality of the fare, it's worth noting that this might be a consideration for those on a budget. In summary, Xoko Bakery in Inverness offers a delectable culinary experience, particularly in the realm of focaccia sandwiches and coffee. However, potential patrons should be mindful of the pricing when planning their visit. For those seeking a tasty indulgence, Xoko Bakery certainly delivers.

You can find the best cinnamon roll in the world here The bartender is very kind and super helpful

Coffee is just so full of flavour and there’s plenty of choices for a sweet lover like me, the cheesecake croissant, just excellent!

Brilliant place. Good coffee and pastry. Nice friendly service. All you want from a coffee shop. Glad they open sharp too, so I can stop off before starting the day.

The food was best, just a bit crowded. Cappucino was perfect

We stopped here for coffee, but we ended up getting breakfast as well, and it was a great decision. Highly recommend the scrambled eggs with chorizo over sourdough!

Delicious food and really lovely place. Big recommend

Busy little place with lovely food.

I was skeptical at first, but the caramel latte here is fantastic as well as the food. We got the smoked salmon on sourdough and pork belly bowl--surprisingly beautiful presentation and absolutely delicious!

Went twice in my 3 days in inverness, really good coffee and pastry. Hot food looked good too. Second time I went was as a treat after the loch ness marathon and the guy serving very kindly gave me a cold can of coke on the house, maybe because I looked like such a mess

Excellent coffee and croissants, decent focaccia. Open from 7 am! Highly recommend.

Food was amazingly delicious, and the staff very friendly! We had the Vietnamese caramelised pork rice bowl and the Chicken in salsa quesadillas, both equally great.

Amazing croissants, pastries and coffee 🤩

Nice experience, we arrived later so did find a few items were unavailable so try get early if you can.

Excellent place for breakfast. The pastries we tried were delicious and crunchy, we also ordered a toast that was exquisite and at an affordable price. On the other hand, one of the few places I have seen that has fresh bread in the north of Scotland and it also opens soon, something that is not easy for us to find here, against all expectations.

Amazing pastries, including the best pain au raisin I have ever eaten. Ended up needing a second one instantly! Lovely, friendly staff, and a very relaxing place to stop in.

Excellent breakfast, I had the sourdough toast with scrambled eggs and chorizo. Very filling and delicious. Their pastry selection is unique, especially enjoyed the cheesecake croissant. Staff friendly and quick.

Fantastic baked goods and very friendly and smiling staff! Recommended: smoked salmon and eggs bread, which I ordered with extra avocado. To try: Almond and tonka beans croissant as well as pain au chocolat. Oat milk cappuccino with cinnamon. I had the smoked salmon and eggs on bread and added extra avocado. It was truly exceptional. The bread slices were baked with aromatic butter, eggs were cooked perfect- not too little and not too much, the salmon was also very tasty, and the avocado was fresh and thinly sliced. The oat milk cappuccino with cinnamon was really good. We also tried the almond tonka croissant and the pain au chocolat which were very nice and crispy. Staff was very nice and friendly which made our breakfast very pleasant.

Fantastic baked goods and very friendly and smiling staff! Recommended: smoked salmon and eggs bread, which I ordered with extra avocado. To try: Almond and tonka beans croissant as well as pain au chocolat. Oat milk cappuccino with cinnamon. I had the smoked salmon and eggs on bread and added extra avocado. It was truly exceptional. The bread slices were baked with aromatic butter, eggs were cooked perfect- not too little and not too much, the salmon was also very tasty, and the avocado was fresh and thinly sliced. The oat milk cappuccino with cinnamon was really good. We also tried the almond tonka croissant and the pain au chocolat which were very nice and crispy. Staff was very nice and friendly which made our breakfast very pleasant.

If you enjoy being barked at, come here!! Unfortunately, there is a lack in customer service. My husband and I were told we had to leave after ordering (and tipping) on a to-go order. We were not able to sit and enjoy our croissants and coffees, as to-go orders must be eaten outside the premises. From a business perspective, they could have been kinder and made an exception(while explaining their policy), as the cafe was relatively empty. The kitchen staff practically barked at us to leave, and we left feeling extremely disrespected. A shame that their manners don’t meet the food quality. No one wants to experience that on vacation.

We ordered a coffee and pastry in to-go containers and they refused to let us sit at a table. They even dared to ask us to leave! What sort of nonsense is this? Absolute INSANITY. Paying customers should be able to sit, regardless of how much they’re taxed, period. Stay away from this joke of an establishment.

Excellent for a rich breakfast 😁

Absolutely loved this place. The pastries are a real treat and their coffee is good. The tables are meant to be shared and they do table service though you order at the till.

Great sourdough, great coffee, great staff. What more do you want? 😎☕🥪

One of my favourite places for lunch or a coffee and pastry. Usually always go for the cinnamon bun as they are to die for, and this time they had toffee and apple ones which were even better which I didn’t know was possible! Mainly wanted to write this review to firstly shout out the staff in general who cope incredibly well with how busy it always is, but to also shout out specifically the member of staff who’s name I didn’t get unfortunately, but who switched to fluent German for the couple behind us. I don’t know her reason for knowing German but I think it should be more common place in Inverness and other tourist filled areas to learn the basics of other languages and so many are forced to learn English and accommodate us when we visit their countries.

The breakfast sandwich on a croissant is possibly the best breakfast I’ve had this week.

Perfect way to start your day! Pain au raisin with Cheddar chilli is a must try!!

Went in while I had some time to kill on my own today. Had hoped to try the Vietnamese rice bowl but was too early for lunch so had the chorizo and scrambled eggs on sourdough. Wow it was incredible, very light scrambled eggs, delicious pico de galo on the to and just enough chorizo so as not to over power the taste. Light crisp sourdough toast and it was superb. Also had a dirty Chai latte and a raspberry and lemon cream Danish but I forgot to take pictures of those sorry Place was quite busy but service was very quick and the staff couldn't have been friendlier Definitely planning a return visit

Wonderful pastries, interesting mains and great coffee. Recommended!

Lovely staff! Most delicious hot chocolate I've had in Scotland by far

Delicious food and coffee. You could tell they really care about their menu and their wonderful breads and pastries. We had the toast with avocado and pico de gallo and chorizo eggs respectively, and two croissants, every single thing was great and appeared fast. Felt super welcome, especially with the inclusive pride flag over the door.

Good coffee and pastry. The staff was very friendly!

Friendly, welcoming and everything that a certain cafe in Church Street isn't! Lovely GF chocolate torte and coffee that tastes like coffee. Bit crowded and could do with more room but they deserve to be busy.

Recommended by my friend to come here. This cafe is the next level! I had this strawberry choco (sorry for not being able to recall a name) and match latte. It was amazing and I would love to come here again!

Make sure you read all of their signs and know all of their unusual rules before ordering. To-go cups are never allowed to touch any of their tables, even if you’re eating there. We were still finishing breakfast (which took a long time to be served) and asked to transfer our coffee to a to-go cup so we’d be able to leave quickly after we finished eating. As soon as we did, they insisted that we leave immediately even though we had only been there 15 minutes, we hadn’t finished our food, and there were plenty of available tables. So we were forced to choose between throwing our coffee away or abandoning our food. It was so unpleasant and unwelcoming that we did both. We’ve been to plenty of coffee shops. We’ve never experienced anything like this before and wanted to warn others.

Delicious! International standard. Coffee is next level

Best damn hot chocolate I’ve ever had!

Excellent coffee in a comfortable and friendly space. Wide range of drink selection and some yummy looking bread. Thanks!

We thoroughly enjoyed our breakfast at this restaurant. The food was very tasty, with a great variety of options to choose from. The staff were extremely friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even more enjoyable. The location of the restaurant is also very convenient, as it is situated in the heart of the city. There are plenty of attractions nearby, including beautiful river views, which provide a lovely backdrop for a relaxing meal. We were impressed by the overall quality of the restaurant, and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great meal in a convenient and picturesque location. In fact, we liked it so much that we are already planning our next visit. Whether you're a local looking for a new spot to grab a bite, or a tourist exploring the city, this restaurant is definitely worth checking out.

Good coffe and really nice food. Decently priced and a very enjoyable breakfast

Food is delicious. They may need to look for larger premises which is not a bad complaint

A great place, with lovely staff. 3 of us had breakfast, all were tasty and very well presented.

What an awesome place. I had the cinnamon bun to die for and great coffee, but loads of breakfast choice and other amazing pastries. I travelled here from Devon and it was worth it as a destination! Also grateful for 7am opening

Great breakfast and pastries! Really nice ambience and perfect location.

Great super friendly staff, lovely coffee and great food

Great service for a busy place. Excellent avocado on toast and great coffee. Highly recommended to us by a friend from Inverness, and it did not disappoint these two Canadians!

An absolute gem of a place in Inverness. Delicious food and coffee. Lovely atmosphere and vibe. As a Coeliac - there are also lots of scrummy gluten free options. The Vietnamese rice bowl is a taste sensation! Staff are friendly and helpful. Highly recommend a visit.

Very nice pastries and best triple cheese sandwich I ever had, sure to try.

Ordered the Vietnamese bowl; Please note: this contains a lot of coriander. It is not mentioned on the menu and may not be returned to the kitchen. The coriander ruins the taste of the bowl, which is a shame. No alternative suggested by the staff, the blame was placed on us as customers.

Slice ofCake and coffee, £10,15 and they look at you like you are going to rob something. They recommended me this place but this wasn’t a good recommendation at all.

Good coffee, tasty baked goods. Located right at the center.

Definitely worthy of the great reviews!

Amazing coffee and great atmosphere, staff are super friendly :)

Stopped past for a takeaway coffee and pastry. Lovely coffee and the lemon and raspberry pastry was amazing! Highly recommend a visit.

Lovely coffee, pastry and service! Highly recommended

Enjoyed a late and got offered xssant before closing. Recommended

The best and most extraordinary croissants in the world - delicious! Good breakfast and delicious coffee, friendly staff. Highly recommended

The best cinnamon roll I have ever had in my life

Excellent authentic UK breakfast food.

Stopped for lunch. My wife and I shared tacos and Vietnamese pork and rice. Both were delicious. Highly recommended.

Great spot. Nice atmosphere, delicious baked goods and the best London Fog I had in a long time.

After a morning spent exploring Imverness, hunger was starting to settle in. XOKO looked bustling and vibing, so we went in. Expectations smashed! Beautiful dahl and avocado/tomato toasties! Very nice coffee and a sourdough bread for the way. If ever back in Inverness, definitly back in XOKO.

Stopped by for breakfast—the vibes and service was wonderfu. I think they are the first plqce I visited that offerend to but ice in my water! I had the Iced coconut Carmel latte l. I was afraid it'd be too sweet, but it wasn't. I also had the smoked Scottish salmon with scrambled eggs on sourdough—and it was awesome. I was also really happy to see that they used seasoning, unlike a lot of breakfast places I've seen in the UK. I also tried their dulche de leche croissant, which was awesome! XOKO is apparently entered in a compilation for best croissant in the UK—so I wish the success!