
Brodies Coffee - On The Wall
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About Brodies Coffee - On The Wall
Brodies Coffee - On The Wall is a coffee shop at Castle West Lodge in Cardiff, set at the entrance to Bute Park and close to the castle. Dogs are welcome, which suits anyone arriving from a walk through the park. The kitchen serves breakfast, including a bacon bap, and bakes cakes and treats to go with the coffee. The brownies include a meringue chocolate brownie and a gluten-free option. Plant-based customers can order an oat flat white, and a vegan cookie is also on offer.
Good to know
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention chocolate brownie, coffee, cream tea and cinnamon buns.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention chocolate brownie, coffee, cream tea and cinnamon buns.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often single out the baked goods, with the brownies named repeatedly: a meringue chocolate brownie described as extremely sweet, and a gluten-free brownie. Close behind come a vegan chocolate salted cookie, rainbow cake, huge cinnamon buns and a cream tea, all called delicious. The coffee draws praise too, from a coconut latte to an oat flat white one diner rates the best they have had in Cardiff, while another calls the coffee decent by UK standards. A bacon bap also gets a mention. Staff are described again and again as friendly, lovely and welcoming, and several mention comfy chairs, a relaxed feel and a quiet morning visit. Upstairs seating is described as a solitary spot with colouring and reading activities. Criticism is minor and specific: one reviewer found staff singing and whistling along to the music intrusive, another called the toilet not great and wished for a proper cup outdoors. Several call the prices reasonable, and one reviewer returned two days running for the vegan cookie.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often single out the baked goods, with the brownies named repeatedly: a meringue chocolate brownie described as extremely sweet, and a gluten-free brownie. Close behind come a vegan chocolate salted cookie, rainbow cake, huge cinnamon buns and a cream tea, all called delicious. The coffee draws praise too, from a coconut latte to an oat flat white one diner rates the best they have had in Cardiff, while another calls the coffee decent by UK standards. A bacon bap also gets a mention. Staff are described again and again as friendly, lovely and welcoming, and several mention comfy chairs, a relaxed feel and a quiet morning visit. Upstairs seating is described as a solitary spot with colouring and reading activities. Criticism is minor and specific: one reviewer found staff singing and whistling along to the music intrusive, another called the toilet not great and wished for a proper cup outdoors. Several call the prices reasonable, and one reviewer returned two days running for the vegan cookie.
Featured reviews
- Olivia Morgan
“Both food and service were superb. Was served by Lauren, who was more than happy to help and answered any queries I had. All staff are very friendly and created a positive atmosphere within the cafe and made it a lovely place to eat at.”
- Yashvi Verma
“Such a beautiful place to be. Would definitely recommend to enjoy dine in on the 1st floor if you need some solitude. Love that it has fun activities to do over there l, you can colour, read, play enjoying your coffee alongside. As for the food the bakery options are all worth trying and the serving portion is good enough for a single person.”
- Lee
“A great spot for decent coffee and bacon bap. Genuinely nice staff. Only minor improvements I could say are the toilet wasn't great and would've loved to sit outside with a proper cup. Nice vibe to the place though.”
- Jessica Farr
“I went here two days in a row to get their vegan chocolate salted cookie. So good. Really lovely chap served me both days. Nice little pit stop before entering Cardiff park.”
- Buddy
“Delicious cuppa and rainbow cake 🎂! Great motivating "you got this" swag. Sadly tulsi is full today! You can see the clock tower in the castle from here. Tick tok, Tick token ⏲️”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“Beautiful space in the heart of the city with both indoor and outdoor seating at the entrance to Bute Park. Serving up delicious coffee, home baked goodies and breakfast rolls!”
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed inside
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Good for kids
Show more amenities
- Cozy
- Onsite services
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Dessert
- Solo dining
- Dining options· 3
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Seating
- Accessibility· 1
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Highlights· 1
- Great tea selection
- Atmosphere· 2
- Casual
- Trendy
- Pet-friendly· 1
- Dogs allowed outside
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Crowd· 2
- Groups
- Tourists
Location
Coffee shops near Brodies Coffee - On The Wall
- Coffee Barker4.49600.2 mi£10–20Wi-Fi / laptopOutdoor seatingVegan options
cappuccino with thick foam, hot chocolate, huge doorstep sandwich
- Corner Coffee4.77110.2 mi
flat white, mocha, matcha latte
- 0.3 mi£1–20Vegan options
coffee quality and roast, vegan burrito, brunch menu
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brodies Coffee - On The WallOutdoor seating | 4.890 | — | £1–10 | chocolate brownie, coffee, cream tea |
| Coffee BarkerWi-Fi / laptop · Outdoor seating · Vegan options | 4.4960 | 0.2 mi | £10–20 | cappuccino with thick foam, hot chocolate, huge doorstep sandwich |
| Corner Coffee | 4.7711 | 0.2 mi | — | flat white, mocha, matcha latte |
| Uncommon Ground Coffee RoasteryVegan options | 4.577 | 0.3 mi | £1–20 | coffee quality and roast, vegan burrito, brunch menu |
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