Ground Up Coffee House
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About Ground Up Coffee House
Ground Up Coffee House is a coffee shop on Crofts St in Roath, Cardiff. The business describes its vision in three words: connect, create and transform. Its stated mission is to provide a place where good taste and good company meet, and to support creativity, close relationships and a culture of healthy change. The owners frame the shop as somewhere people come to meet one another and to make things, rather than only to stop for a drink.
Good to know
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, restroom, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs · Family-friendly
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention pay what you want pricing, children's play area, study and remote work space and matcha.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention pay what you want pricing, children's play area, study and remote work space and matcha.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers return most to the friendly, welcoming staff, with several calling them kind and lovely and a few singling out individual team members for making their visit. Close behind is the food and drink, including a first matcha one reviewer found delicious, a sandwich described as delicious, bara brith and a decent Spanish latte. Many describe a good place to study or work, citing great WiFi, spacious indoor and outdoor seating and enough calm to hear their own thoughts, and the church building itself draws praise. Parents point to a small play area for children, and one reviewer calls the three tiered pay what you want system unique and brilliant. The only complaint comes from one reviewer who found service slow, though they still called the atmosphere really nice. Others appreciate the new menu and longer hours, and mention the Monday FAN group and the Friday Knit & Natter session.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers return most to the friendly, welcoming staff, with several calling them kind and lovely and a few singling out individual team members for making their visit. Close behind is the food and drink, including a first matcha one reviewer found delicious, a sandwich described as delicious, bara brith and a decent Spanish latte. Many describe a good place to study or work, citing great WiFi, spacious indoor and outdoor seating and enough calm to hear their own thoughts, and the church building itself draws praise. Parents point to a small play area for children, and one reviewer calls the three tiered pay what you want system unique and brilliant. The only complaint comes from one reviewer who found service slow, though they still called the atmosphere really nice. Others appreciate the new menu and longer hours, and mention the Monday FAN group and the Friday Knit & Natter session.
Featured reviews
- Craig Green
“What a pleasent suprise this little gem is, beautiful inside very friendly staff perfect place to stop for a coffee, thank you”
- Marzooq
“good bara brith, decent spanish latte. the atmosphere is really nice, service was slow. overall decent spot to study”
- Becky Colebrook
“Lovely staff, friendly atmosphere, delicious treats/ Drinks. Would definitely recommend, Esther and her team are so lovely.”
- Rhys Price
“Amazing spot for a coffee and a light bite!! the staff are so kind, special mention to Meg and Johnny. The church building is lovely and the sandwich i had was delicious! Definitely worth trying if you haven't, you will become a regular! :)”
- William Jackson
“Came here with a few friends for a study session. The staff were incredibly kind and welcoming. Tried matcha for the first time and it was delicious! Meg and Johnny made our days!”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
Highlights
“Ground Up is a growing hotspot in Roath, Cardiff. Our Vision: Connect, Create, Transform Our Mission: To exercise our God-given abilities to create an avenue where great taste meet great people. To invest in providing a welcoming and inspiring space for the development of creativity, deep connections, and a culture promoting healthy transformation.”
- Great coffee
- Great tea selection
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Family-friendly
Show more amenities
- Bar onsite
- Cozy
- Onsite services
- Coffee
- Free water refills
- Quick bite
- Offerings· 1
- Alcohol
- Dining options· 3
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Seating
- Highlights· 1
- Great tea selection
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Facilities· 2
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Atmosphere· 2
- Casual
- Trendy
- Family-friendly· 2
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Location
Coffee shops near Ground Up Coffee House
- Sparrow Coffee House4.81590.3 mi£1–10Vegan options
cortado and v60 coffee, pastries and cinnamon swirls, hot chocolate
- Aroma Cafe4.8240.3 mi£1–10
old chapel setting, coffee, library books
- Coffi Lab Wellfield Road4.71830.3 mi£1–10Wi-Fi / laptopOutdoor seating
dog-friendly pupaccinno, sourdough toast with jam, welsh cakes
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Up Coffee HouseWi-Fi / laptop · Outdoor seating | 4.956 | — | £1–10 | pay what you want pricing, children's play area, study and remote work space |
| Sparrow Coffee HouseVegan options | 4.8159 | 0.3 mi | £1–10 | cortado and v60 coffee, pastries and cinnamon swirls, hot chocolate |
| Aroma Cafe | 4.824 | 0.3 mi | £1–10 | old chapel setting, coffee, library books |
| Coffi Lab Wellfield RoadWi-Fi / laptop · Outdoor seating | 4.7183 | 0.3 mi | £1–10 | dog-friendly pupaccinno, sourdough toast with jam, welsh cakes |
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