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About Kin + Ilk Pontcanna
Kin + Ilk Pontcanna is a cafe in Cardiff at 31 Cathedral Rd, serving specialty coffee with a guest coffee that rotates between different roasteries. Cold brew, hot chocolate and other hot and cold drinks fill out the drinks list. The kitchen serves breakfast and brunch, with egg dishes such as poached eggs and Turkish eggs, plus sandwiches and snacks. Vegan and gluten free options are on the menu. The cafe also hosts community groups and small events, including craft club sessions, so it works as a meeting place as well as somewhere to eat and drink. Dogs are welcome.
Good to know
- ParkingFree street parking
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, restroom, seating
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention poached eggs, avocado on sourdough, cold brew and vegan and gluten free options.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention poached eggs, avocado on sourdough, cold brew and vegan and gluten free options.
Customer Review Summary
Eggs draw the most praise, with reviewers singling out poached eggs and calling them the best they have had. Avocado on sourdough comes next, described as delicious and plentiful, though one reviewer found the nut and seed topping made them cough. Drinks earn plenty of mentions too: cold brew, hot chocolate, a rose and jasmine tea and a berry smoothie, with lemon drizzle cake alongside. Reviewers also mention prompt service, reasonable prices, vegan and gluten free options and ordering on the app, and one calls it a quiet place to get work done. A community craft group praises the warm, welcoming staff. The main complaint is a brunch order of Turkish eggs that arrived runny after well done was requested. The staff member offered neither a remake nor a refund, and the dish went uneaten. Another reviewer found the matcha earthy and just okay. One couple on holiday were given a free peanut butter, dark chocolate and sea salt cookie on their second morning.
Customer Review Summary
Eggs draw the most praise, with reviewers singling out poached eggs and calling them the best they have had. Avocado on sourdough comes next, described as delicious and plentiful, though one reviewer found the nut and seed topping made them cough. Drinks earn plenty of mentions too: cold brew, hot chocolate, a rose and jasmine tea and a berry smoothie, with lemon drizzle cake alongside. Reviewers also mention prompt service, reasonable prices, vegan and gluten free options and ordering on the app, and one calls it a quiet place to get work done. A community craft group praises the warm, welcoming staff. The main complaint is a brunch order of Turkish eggs that arrived runny after well done was requested. The staff member offered neither a remake nor a refund, and the dish went uneaten. Another reviewer found the matcha earthy and just okay. One couple on holiday were given a free peanut butter, dark chocolate and sea salt cookie on their second morning.
Featured reviews
- Conor Smith
“This beautiful little Cafe is really great if you've just got off the coach at Sophia Gardens. Great prices, and the coffees and other refreshments really are good quality. You're not waiting around to be served, and the facilities are modern and clean its a Gem of a place to go and get some work done in some peace and Quiet”
- Rose Hastie
“Was a fab session for a community craft club I went to and I enjoyed a berry smoothie, a slice a lemon drizzle cake and a carbonated beverage. The staff were warm and friendly and very welcoming, I can understand why it was selected as a venue and why the craft group keeps coming back. We were kind enough to return our dirty dishes as they are so kind in setting up the session for us and they were very appreciative. I would enthusiastically recommend the venue. There is a single unisex toilet in the cafe.”
- Anastasiia Pavliuk
“My friend and I visited this place for breakfast and we had the best experience! The food was delicious, cold brew — 10/10, and the service was just exceptional! ✨ Harry and Molly, thank you!”
- Suraiyah Ahmed
“Came here for brunch, had the “Turkish eggs” which I specifically asked for well done eggs, and they gave me runny eggs which was VERY disappointing. Told a staff member about this and they did not offer to remake or offer a refund. I’ve been to many food places and never had a place not remake the food or refund if it was a mistake from their end. I did not eat my food. Will definitely not be coming here again or recommend this place to anybody. Not happy with the with the whole experience there.”
- Hibo Mahamed
“I had their matcha, it was okay if you don’t like your matcha too earthy or creamy then it might be for you otherwise maybe try their other drinks. Overall the service was amazing and the place looked cute.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“Kin means family; ilk means your kind. Operating sustainably, we serve specialty coffee and fresh, delicious food. Brunch is served until 1pm, with lunch available all day. Coffee and food are available to eat in or take away. We also feature a rotating guest coffee from different roasteries. Whether you’re coming in for a fun brunch with friends or looking for a relaxed, laptop-friendly space to work, our Pontcanna café welcomes everyone.”
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Free street parking
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed inside
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Show more amenities
- Alcohol
- Cozy
- Onsite services
- Coffee
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Dining options· 5
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dessert
- Seating
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Highlights· 2
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Atmosphere· 2
- Casual
- Trendy
- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Offerings· 1
- Small plates
- Popular for· 2
- Solo dining
- Good for working on laptop
- Crowd· 2
- Groups
- Tourists
- Pet-friendly· 1
- Dogs allowed outside
Location
Cafes near Kin + Ilk Pontcanna
- The Secret Garden4.42880.3 mi£1–10Outdoor seatingVegetarian optionsVegan options
quiche and frittata, gluten free brownie, reusable mug discount
- Quantum Cafe4.64970.3 mi£1–15
quantum breakfast, generous breakfast portions, sunday lunch
- CannaDeli4.51300.4 miOutdoor seatingVegetarian optionsVegan options
lobscouse with toast, salad selection, coronation chicken sandwich
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kin + Ilk PontcannaOutdoor seating | 4.3567 | — | £1–10 | poached eggs, avocado on sourdough, cold brew |
| The Secret GardenOutdoor seating · Vegetarian options · Vegan options | 4.4288 | 0.3 mi | £1–10 | quiche and frittata, gluten free brownie, reusable mug discount |
| Quantum Cafe | 4.6497 | 0.3 mi | £1–15 | quantum breakfast, generous breakfast portions, sunday lunch |
| CannaDeliOutdoor seating · Vegetarian options · Vegan options | 4.5130 | 0.4 mi | — | lobscouse with toast, salad selection, coronation chicken sandwich |
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