
Nexus cafe
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Quick info
About Nexus cafe
Nexus Cafe is an independent speciality coffee shop at 38 Meriden St in Birmingham, by the coach station and near Digbeth High Street. Board games and card games, Uno among them, are on hand for customers to play. The drinks list includes matcha in blueberry and white chocolate flavours, and the menu also has a chai latte made with oat milk. Food centres on a bagel menu, with a brisket bagel and two vegan options. The interior is modern and air conditioned. Dogs are welcome.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingPaid street parking
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance
- Good for kidsGood for kids · Family-friendly
- DietaryVegan options · Vegetarian options
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention matcha drinks, brisket bagel, board games and chai latte.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention matcha drinks, brisket bagel, board games and chai latte.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often single out the coffee, with the chai latte, iced caramel latte and matcha drinks, including a white chocolate matcha and a blueberry matcha, close behind. Food gets praise too: one diner calls the brisket bagel with sauerkraut, mustard and pickles next level, another enjoyed a vegan PLT bagel, and one rates the chocolate and kunefe sponge the best they have eaten in the UK. Several describe friendly, welcoming staff who make them feel at home, and one says the manager went to fetch mint for their mojitos. Board and card games such as Uno, a chill atmosphere and a small outdoor seating area also come up, and a few mention its convenient spot near the coach station. Reviewers raise no real complaints, and a couple call the value good. One reviewer notes the coffee arrives with a glass of ice cold water on the side.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often single out the coffee, with the chai latte, iced caramel latte and matcha drinks, including a white chocolate matcha and a blueberry matcha, close behind. Food gets praise too: one diner calls the brisket bagel with sauerkraut, mustard and pickles next level, another enjoyed a vegan PLT bagel, and one rates the chocolate and kunefe sponge the best they have eaten in the UK. Several describe friendly, welcoming staff who make them feel at home, and one says the manager went to fetch mint for their mojitos. Board and card games such as Uno, a chill atmosphere and a small outdoor seating area also come up, and a few mention its convenient spot near the coach station. Reviewers raise no real complaints, and a couple call the value good. One reviewer notes the coffee arrives with a glass of ice cold water on the side.
Featured reviews
- Anna Kuzmina
“Beautiful spot right as you get out from the coach station, a great way to start off your day in Birmingham. Very tasty coffee and friendly staff :)”
- Pintea Iuliana
“Very cozy coffee parlour! One of the best coffee I've had and definitely the best chocolate & kunefe sponge I've ever eaten in UK. The service was dast and the personal very friendly and kind! Definitely I'll visit again. Highly recommend! Excelent value for money!”
- Cameron C
“Been here a few times now and it's been lovely every time. Chill atmosphere, clean, tidy, and friendly and welcoming. Solid selection of drinks (various coffees, matcha, even mojitos (may depend on the season?) and, currently, a bagel menu! There's also board and card games. Aircon too (it's currently very hot).”
- Shaan Raja
“Great customer service, really makes you feel at home. Board games available too. Food was delicious and the drinks are great. White chocolate matcha 👌”
- Maya Price
“We just popped in for a takeaway coffee on the way to the bus station where we had an iced coffee and blueberry matcha. We were super impressed by the variety of flavours and how tasty it was! Made even better by the super friendly and welcoming staff who helped us with our order. Would really recommend and definitely be returning!”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“A independent speciality coffee shop, Focusing on serving the best drinks with fresh baked goods and savoury options, something for everyone from flat whites to matcha to iced mochas. Come by!”
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Live music
- Live performances
- Popular for breakfast
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Paid street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
Show more amenities
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Family-friendly
- Vegan options
- Cozy
- Onsite services
- Offerings· 5
- Coffee
- Free water refills
- Prepared foods
- Quick bite
- Vegetarian options
- Crowd· 3
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Transgender safespace
- Family-friendly· 1
- Good for kids
- Dining options· 5
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dessert
- Seating
- Popular for· 2
- Solo dining
- Good for working on laptop
- Atmosphere· 2
- Casual
- Trendy
- Highlights· 5
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Live music
- Live performances
- Facilities· 2
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Pet-friendly· 2
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
Location
Cafes near Nexus cafe
- Chris's Cafe4.62380.1 miVegetarian options
full English breakfast, vegetarian breakfast, breakfast sandwiches and wraps
- EL&N London - New Street4.12,7950.3 mi
pistachio cake, full English breakfast, carrot cake
- Cherry Red's Cafe Bar4.52,5200.5 mi
vegan menu options, craft and cask beer, pancakes
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nexus cafeOutdoor seating · Vegetarian options · Vegan options | 4.7103 | — | matcha drinks, brisket bagel, board games |
| Chris's CafeVegetarian options | 4.6238 | 0.1 mi | full English breakfast, vegetarian breakfast, breakfast sandwiches and wraps |
| EL&N London - New Street | 4.12,795 | 0.3 mi | pistachio cake, full English breakfast, carrot cake |
| Cherry Red's Cafe Bar | 4.52,520 | 0.5 mi | vegan menu options, craft and cask beer, pancakes |
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