
Espresso Lane
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About Espresso Lane
Espresso Lane is a small coffee shop in Cambridge, set on a quiet lane at 1 Botolph Ln with a view of the church. The coffee is made from locally roasted Butterworth's beans and appears in drinks such as the flat white, which is also available as an oat flat white, and an iced mocha. Toasted sandwiches share the counter with freshly made cakes, including a mocha brownie, and the homemade food rotates and changes. Dogs are welcome. The room is small, so space is limited for large groups.
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention toasted sandwiches, iced mocha, mocha brownie and homemade cakes.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention toasted sandwiches, iced mocha, mocha brownie and homemade cakes.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often single out the friendly service, with the owner or proprietor repeatedly described as welcoming and good-humoured, alongside coffee that several call good and strong. Named drinks include a flat white, an oat flat white one reviewer calls rare in the UK, an iced mocha, and a macchiato with steamed foam. Close behind are the toasted sandwiches and homemade cakes, with a mocha brownie described as decadent and a Moroccan lamb stew that one reviewer says looks good. Locally roasted beans are mentioned by two reviewers. Several describe the setting as quiet and tucked away from the main road, with relatively few tourists. The one caveat is size: one reviewer notes it is quite small and would not suit large groups, and another mentions mixed reviews before finding the espresso balanced, strong and not bitter. Several say they plan to return, and one calls the oat flat white and toastie the reason for a repeat visit.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often single out the friendly service, with the owner or proprietor repeatedly described as welcoming and good-humoured, alongside coffee that several call good and strong. Named drinks include a flat white, an oat flat white one reviewer calls rare in the UK, an iced mocha, and a macchiato with steamed foam. Close behind are the toasted sandwiches and homemade cakes, with a mocha brownie described as decadent and a Moroccan lamb stew that one reviewer says looks good. Locally roasted beans are mentioned by two reviewers. Several describe the setting as quiet and tucked away from the main road, with relatively few tourists. The one caveat is size: one reviewer notes it is quite small and would not suit large groups, and another mentions mixed reviews before finding the espresso balanced, strong and not bitter. Several say they plan to return, and one calls the oat flat white and toastie the reason for a repeat visit.
Featured reviews
- Harvey Fyffe
“Enjoyed a lovely sandwich in this incredibly sweet cafe. Such a friendly worker behind the counter and just totally incredible atmosphere. Nestled away from a large road, my moments sitting there were pure bliss.”
- Viv Carter
“Good place for a friendly pitstop. Lovely toasted sandwiches and super iced mocha. Most friendly owner with a great sense of humour. Definitely revisiting soon.”
- Damian Clark
“A nice local coffee shop. Friendly service. Relatively free of the tourist hordes. Excellent oat flat white (which is rare in the UK). 👌”
- Beckie Pickering
“Espresso Lane has become our go-to coffee spot whenever we're in Cambridge. The coffee is exceptional, featuring locally roasted beans from Butterworth's, and there's always a tempting range of freshly made cakes and toasted sandwiches on offer. What really sets it apart, though, is the atmosphere. The owner creates a genuinely warm and welcoming environment, taking the time to make everyone feel at home. Friendly service, great coffee, and consistently high-quality food make this a place we return to again and again.”
- Sarah Kivlin
“Lovely little coffee shop in the centre of Cambridge. A friendly proprietor who provides excellent service and sells the best homemade cakes 😁 A real treat! I highly recommend a visit”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
- Closed
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Cozy
- Onsite services
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- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Dessert
- Solo dining
- Trendy
- Dining options· 4
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Seating
- Highlights· 1
- Great tea selection
- Atmosphere· 1
- Casual
Location
Coffee shops near Espresso Lane
- Indigo Coffee House4.44580.2 mi£1–10Outdoor seatingVegan options
ciabatta sandwiches and panini, homemade soup, vegan cakes
- Ori Caffe3.81350.2 mi£10–20
italian pastries, chicken and mango wrap, oat milk surcharge
- Savino's4.78250.3 mi£10–20Outdoor seating
thick hot chocolate, paninis, flat white
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Espresso LaneOutdoor seating | 4.7221 | — | £1–10 | toasted sandwiches, iced mocha, mocha brownie |
| Indigo Coffee HouseOutdoor seating · Vegan options | 4.4458 | 0.2 mi | £1–10 | ciabatta sandwiches and panini, homemade soup, vegan cakes |
| Ori Caffe | 3.8135 | 0.2 mi | £10–20 | italian pastries, chicken and mango wrap, oat milk surcharge |
| Savino'sOutdoor seating | 4.7825 | 0.3 mi | £10–20 | thick hot chocolate, paninis, flat white |
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