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Hot Numbers Coffee — Cafes in Cambridge

Hot Numbers Coffee

CafesCambridge, ENG

4.5 out of 5 stars4.5(1,713 reviews)

Quick info

+44 1223 612209
Dales Brewery, 5/6 Gwydir St, Cambridge CB1 2LJ, United Kingdom
£10–20

About Hot Numbers Coffee

On Gwydir Street, Hot Numbers Coffee runs as a coffee bar and micro-roastery, with a resident jazz trio bringing live gigs to the room. Turkish eggs, often paired with a side of halloumi, are a recurring order, alongside cinnamon buns and pancakes. Orders are placed and paid at the table through Square, with food brought out afterward, and drinks are measured by the ounce rather than named sizes. Seating is walk-in, though tables can be reserved for set times, and staff ask guests to clear them before the next booking. Mornings tend to offer quieter, easier seating compared with busier stretches later on. A no tech policy on weekends limits laptop and tablet use, with charging ports still available. Dogs are welcome throughout the space.

Good to know

  • Reservations
    Walk-in only
  • Parking
    Paid parking lot · Paid street parking · Usually difficult to find a space
  • Accessibility
    Wheelchair: restroom
  • Good for kids
    Good for kids · High chairs · Kids' menu
  • Dietary
    Vegan options · Vegetarian options

Reviews

4.5/5
1,713 reviews

What reviewers say

Reviewers most often mention turkish eggs, cinnamon buns, coffee quality and cosy atmosphere.

5★
1,154
4★
367
3★
94
2★
46
1★
52

Customer Review Summary

Turkish eggs draw repeat praise as the standout brunch order, with diners also singling out the cinnamon bun, chocolate cherry cake, and granola alongside a well-regarded coffee program, though one reviewer found the espresso over-roasted. Several describe a cosy, warm setting suited to lingering solo or with friends, and one diner recommends booking ahead since weekend crowds can build. Complaints center on service friction: one reviewer was rushed off a reserved table before it was fully cleaned and charged what they felt was steep for a small cold brew, another describes being cut in line at the counter, and a barista reportedly couldn't accommodate a specific espresso order because drinks are measured by ounce. A separate reviewer objects to a "no tech on weekends" policy limiting laptop use despite praising the charging ports and big tables. Even with slower service at busy times, most return for the sourdough scrambled eggs, Sunday morning opening, and cinnamon buns.

Featured reviews

  • Google user
    “Excellent batch, good scrambled eggs with a proper sourdough and they are open at 8am on Sundays! Which made it for an excellent breakfast venue. Cinnamon buns are also good btw.”
  • Google user
    “This is my go to for a brunch in Cambridge. I believe the pancakes are the best choice and I added an extra sausage in my order. Also anything with eggs would be a solid option too. In general it's a very cool alternative almost like place, it can feel a bit overcrowded however due to the space. Nonetheless, service is good but sometimes a bit slow, but nothing to worry about. The food and drinks are fantastic and that's the most important. Also many actual vegan and gluten free options so everyone can feel included. This place organises events every so often especially during the evenings adding reasons to constantly come back. You can't go wrong with Hot Numbers and there is a reason it's so popular.”
  • Google user
    “We had a lovely breakfast at Hot Numbers Coffee. The food was really good, and the atmosphere was definitely one of the highlights,cosy, warm, and inviting, making it a lovely place to start the day. If I had one small suggestion, it would be the coffee. The taste wasn’t bad, but considering the overall quality of the food and the experience, I expected a little more from the coffee. It had a slightly over-roasted note that wasn’t quite to my taste. Overall, though, we had a really good experience and enjoyed our morning there. The cosy atmosphere and friendly setting definitely make it worth a visit.”
  • Google user
    “Great ambience, though I wasn’t surprised by the American-style concept. I asked for an espresso macchiato and the barista said they only serve drinks by size, using ounces. We sat at a table that was reserved for 1 pm; however, we arrived at 12:30 for a quick coffee. We were rather abruptly informed that we would have to leave a few minutes before 1 pm so they could prepare the table, even though it wasn’t fully cleaned when we sat down. We felt rushed and pressured to leave. The coffee drinks were also very expensive, £9.50 for a 3oz and “cold brew”.”
  • Google user
    “I'd like to post positively, but the "no tech on weekends" policy really messed my day up. I've been going to this place mid week to draw and sketch with my ipad on for background music and references. The good -charging ports around and big tables The bad -can't use them properly on weekends”

Highlights

“Independent coffee bar and micro-roastery plus a programme of live gigs with a resident jazz trio.”

  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection
  • Live music
  • Live performances
  • Popular for breakfast

Amenities

  • Wi-Fi
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Paid parking lot
  • Outdoor seating
  • Dogs allowed
  • Takeout
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  • Dine-in
  • Family-friendly
  • Vegan options
  • Bar onsite
  • Cozy
  • Onsite services
Offerings· 12
  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Free water refills
  • Hard liquor
  • Healthy options
  • Prepared foods
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine
Parking· 2
  • Paid street parking
  • Usually difficult to find a space
Dining options· 6
  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service
Popular for· 2
  • Solo dining
  • Good for working on laptop
Atmosphere· 2
  • Casual
  • Trendy
Family-friendly· 3
  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu
Highlights· 5
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection
  • Live music
  • Live performances
Facilities· 2
  • Gender-neutral restroom
  • Restroom
Crowd· 5
  • College students
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safespace
Pet-friendly· 2
  • Dogs allowed inside
  • Dogs allowed outside

Location

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