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About Gusto
Gusto is a cafe on St Andrew's St in Cambridge, open daily on a walk-in basis. The Gusto Breakfast, a Full English with an Italian twist, anchors the menu alongside omelettes, sandwiches and paninis, and pastries. Cannoli come in small and large sizes, and the coffee list runs to cortado and cappuccino, with tap water offered in a large glass on request. Inside, sofa seating gives visitors a place to settle, while a couple of pavement tables outside suit those who want to eat off site or simply sit by the street. A step-free, wheelchair-accessible entrance serves visitors with mobility needs. The cafe sits in a central spot on a busy road, making it an easy stop without needing to book ahead.
Good to know
- AccessibilityWheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for kidsGood for kids
- DietaryVegetarian options
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention cannoli, pastries, omelette and gusto breakfast.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention cannoli, pastries, omelette and gusto breakfast.
Customer Review Summary
Cannoli come up most often, with reviewers praising the chocolate filled pistachio version and noting both small and large sizes. Close behind is the breakfast, where the Gusto Breakfast is described as a Full English with an Italian twist, and an omelette and toast are called great. Reviewers also single out the cortado, almond milk latte, espresso and homemade pastries, and several mention a fresh side salad, good vegetarian options and friendly staff. One reviewer enjoyed the chicken and veg borek but found the top burnt and disliked white bread at the price. The sharpest complaint is a two-star account of a dry, flavorless sandwich, an acidic sauce on the salad, uncovered pastries with flies and a wasp, and a ten minute wait to be noticed when no one said to order at the counter. That reviewer also describes a waitress biting her fingers. Another reviewer calls the looping Tarantella Napoletana music ear-piercing, and one mentions a male toilet needing repair. Pavement tables sit right on a fairly busy road, while the indoor sofa is called very comfortable.
Customer Review Summary
Cannoli come up most often, with reviewers praising the chocolate filled pistachio version and noting both small and large sizes. Close behind is the breakfast, where the Gusto Breakfast is described as a Full English with an Italian twist, and an omelette and toast are called great. Reviewers also single out the cortado, almond milk latte, espresso and homemade pastries, and several mention a fresh side salad, good vegetarian options and friendly staff. One reviewer enjoyed the chicken and veg borek but found the top burnt and disliked white bread at the price. The sharpest complaint is a two-star account of a dry, flavorless sandwich, an acidic sauce on the salad, uncovered pastries with flies and a wasp, and a ten minute wait to be noticed when no one said to order at the counter. That reviewer also describes a waitress biting her fingers. Another reviewer calls the looping Tarantella Napoletana music ear-piercing, and one mentions a male toilet needing repair. Pavement tables sit right on a fairly busy road, while the indoor sofa is called very comfortable.
Featured reviews
- Grzegorz Dycha
“We had an amazing Gusto Breakfast. Kind of Full English, but with Italian twist. Refreshing, filling, tasted just as good as it looked 🤤”
- Jo Teal
“The food here is delicious! Fresh with good variety. Were were in Cambridge for two days and went back both days. Service great, nice staff. Good value.”
- Aslbek Shirinboyev
“That homemade pastry and specialty coffee really hit the spot this morning, and Doniyor's communication with customers was awesome! I'll definitely be back when I'm in Cambridge again.”
- Dimitre Poydovski
“We were late for breakfast, so I missed the chance to try their Gusto special one. But it looks good on paper. Nevertheless the omelette I had and the toast the other person with me had were great. Hot drinks were also very good - cortado and almond milk latte we had. You also get a big glass of tap water if you ask for it. We were seating in a very comfortable sofa. The only negative for me was the male toilet which could do with a bit of repair. Overall a very good experience and tasty food. Would definitely come again and would certainly recommend.”
- Mehdi Öztürk
“A lovely café in a very central location. Wide range of sandwiches, treats, etc. Prices are average for Cambridge. Plenty of seating. A heartfelt tip: please do your customers a favour and change this awful music (Tarantella Napoletana) that plays on a continuous loop. You don't even hear this kind of thing in Italy. And even if you did, it would stop at some point. I have never experienced such a beautiful café with such completely inappropriate, ear-piercing fairground music.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Dine-in
- Good for kids
- Vegetarian options
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- Casual
- On-site services
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Dessert
- Solo dining
- Dining options· 3
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Seating
- Offerings· 1
- Small plates
- Atmosphere· 1
- Cosy
- Highlights· 1
- Great tea selection
Location
Cafes near Gusto
- Cafe Milano4.15770 mi£15–30Outdoor seatingVegetarian optionsReservations
cheesecake, lasagna, pizza
- 0.1 mi
coffee and latte, cakes selection, rooftop view
- Whale Cafe4.2660.1 mi£1–15Vegetarian options
jacket potatoes, baguettes and sandwiches, daily soup
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GustoOutdoor seating · Vegetarian options · Delivery | 4.5240 | — | — | cannoli, pastries, omelette |
| Cafe MilanoOutdoor seating · Vegetarian options · Reservations | 4.1577 | 0 mi | £15–30 | cheesecake, lasagna, pizza |
| John Lewis Espresso Bar | 3.953 | 0.1 mi | — | coffee and latte, cakes selection, rooftop view |
| Whale CafeVegetarian options | 4.266 | 0.1 mi | £1–15 | jacket potatoes, baguettes and sandwiches, daily soup |
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