The Coffee Bar
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About The Coffee Bar
The Coffee Bar is a coffee shop in Aberdeen, on King's Wy, set in the windowed atrium of the old AECC building and entered through revolving doors. Guests pick a numbered table first, then order at the till on the bar. The team brings the order to the table, or guests can collect it from the end of the bar to the left of the till. The kitchen serves traybakes, scones, cakes, sandwiches and soup, all sourced from local suppliers. The cafe runs as walk-in, so there is no booking to arrange. Upper and lower car parks sit close to the building.
Good to know
“Welcome home to The Coffee Bar! A space for everyone ♡ We are in the windowed atrium of the old AECC building. There is upper parking for accessibility & at the base of the tower there's lower parking. You enter the cafe through the revolving doors & order at the bar. We have nunbered tables and ask you choose your table before coming to order at the till. Our lovely staff can bring your order to the table of your choosing or you can collect at the end of the bar to the left of the till. We also have accessibility entrance to the left of the revolving doors for buggies & wheelchairs. You can make reservations with our friendly staff. We use local suppliers for our delicious traybakes, scones, cakes, sandwiches&soup. Hope to see you soon! ♡”
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, parking lot, restroom, seating
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention tray bakes, hot chocolate, locally made treats and sandwiches.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention tray bakes, hot chocolate, locally made treats and sandwiches.
Customer Review Summary
Tray bakes and coffee draw the most praise, with reviewers calling the tray bakes delicious and the coffee nice, and one singling out the hot chocolate as probably one of the best they have tried in Aberdeen. Locally made treats and sandwiches round out the offer, and juice and soft drinks also get a mention. Close behind is the space itself, described as spacious, bright and relaxing, with plenty of tables for business chats and room for children to play, which a couple of parents specifically value. Staff come across as friendly, kind and helpful, and people who work nearby describe a warm welcome on every visit. The caveats are a menu some find basic and limited at lunch, with one diabetic reviewer finding little suitable to eat, and one reviewer who describes a rude remark from a member of staff after asking about cashback. One brunch party notes that their order was brought promptly to the table once ready in the kitchen.
Customer Review Summary
Tray bakes and coffee draw the most praise, with reviewers calling the tray bakes delicious and the coffee nice, and one singling out the hot chocolate as probably one of the best they have tried in Aberdeen. Locally made treats and sandwiches round out the offer, and juice and soft drinks also get a mention. Close behind is the space itself, described as spacious, bright and relaxing, with plenty of tables for business chats and room for children to play, which a couple of parents specifically value. Staff come across as friendly, kind and helpful, and people who work nearby describe a warm welcome on every visit. The caveats are a menu some find basic and limited at lunch, with one diabetic reviewer finding little suitable to eat, and one reviewer who describes a rude remark from a member of staff after asking about cashback. One brunch party notes that their order was brought promptly to the table once ready in the kitchen.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“I asked the lady at the bar if they offered cashback with a purchase, as I needed cash for an event. She said no, which is completely fair and I had no issue with that. What I did find unnecessary was the remark that followed, telling me I “should have gone to the bank if I wanted cash.” That comment came across as rude and uncalled for. I was fully aware my request was a long shot, and there was no need for the extra attitude. A simple “sorry, we don’t offer cashback” would have been perfectly fine. Very poor customer service overall.”
- Google user
“I did not realise that there was a cafe in this premises. There was plenty of seats and tables to have business chats etc. It was very busy at the time l was there. Being a diabetic there was limited food for me. I wiukd certainly pay another visit for a coffee.”
- Google user
“Had brunch with family members. Selection of savoury and sweet treats, coffee,tea, and soft drinks is good. Service was friendly, cheerful and delays in ordering was minimal. The order was promptly delivered to our table when ready in the kitchen.”
- Google user
“I absolutely loved having lunch here. Such a peaceful experience and the staff have a real impact on the people here. What a great testimony to the church 🥰”
- Google user
“We enjoy taking our 16 month daughter to The Coffee Bar. Nice coffee, great space for her to play, friendly staff and delicious tray bakes! Highly recommend it. Especially for families.”
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
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- Accessibility· 3
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Location
Coffee Shops near The Coffee Bar
- The Craftsman Company4.51,0752.8 miWi-Fi / laptopOutdoor seatingVegan options
scottish breakfast, local craft beer selection, coffee and matcha lattes
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Coffee Bar | 4.660 | — | tray bakes, hot chocolate, locally made treats |
| The Craftsman CompanyWi-Fi / laptop · Outdoor seating · Vegan options | 4.51,075 | 2.8 mi | scottish breakfast, local craft beer selection, coffee and matcha lattes |
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