
Sparrow Coffee House
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About Sparrow Coffee House
Sparrow Coffee House is a coffee shop at 146 Clifton St in Cardiff, serving coffee roasted in the city alongside Manumit coffee. Ace, the resident greyhound, is part of the shop, and dogs are welcome to visit as well. Drinks include a V60 and hot chocolate, and the pastries and cakes come from local businesses, with pain au chocolat among them. Soup and toasties make up the food menu. Inside, plants, windows with natural light, wood finishes and unique furniture set the room. Ceramics are sold in the shop.
Good to know
- ParkingFree street parking · Parking
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, restroom, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids
- DietaryVegan options · Vegetarian options
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention cortado and v60 coffee, pastries and cinnamon swirls, hot chocolate and carrot cake and banana bread.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention cortado and v60 coffee, pastries and cinnamon swirls, hot chocolate and carrot cake and banana bread.
Customer Review Summary
Coffee is what reviewers return to Sparrow for, described as smooth and a place that never misses, with the cortados and a v60 singled out by those who care about coffee quality. One reviewer also notes the ethical sourcing. Close behind are the sweet things: a pain au chocolat, cinnamon swirls, carrot cake and banana bread, plus hot chocolates praised by one self-described non-coffee drinker. Matcha, a Cardiff fog, and a soup and toastie at lunch also get mentions, and one reviewer suggests asking for the Cardiff fog. Staff are repeatedly called friendly and lovely. The atmosphere is described as inviting, calm and relaxed, with plants, natural light from large windows, a good playlist and room to hang out for hours. Reviewers also say dogs are welcome and the shop is family friendly. Two mention a greyhound in the shop as a highlight, and one says the staff let them keep their bike inside.
Customer Review Summary
Coffee is what reviewers return to Sparrow for, described as smooth and a place that never misses, with the cortados and a v60 singled out by those who care about coffee quality. One reviewer also notes the ethical sourcing. Close behind are the sweet things: a pain au chocolat, cinnamon swirls, carrot cake and banana bread, plus hot chocolates praised by one self-described non-coffee drinker. Matcha, a Cardiff fog, and a soup and toastie at lunch also get mentions, and one reviewer suggests asking for the Cardiff fog. Staff are repeatedly called friendly and lovely. The atmosphere is described as inviting, calm and relaxed, with plants, natural light from large windows, a good playlist and room to hang out for hours. Reviewers also say dogs are welcome and the shop is family friendly. Two mention a greyhound in the shop as a highlight, and one says the staff let them keep their bike inside.
Featured reviews
- Alice L
“We stopped for coffee as this place is a short walk from a fast EV charger. Very smooth coffee. Soup and toastie delicious. Relaxed vibe. Highly recommend.”
- CaerdyddEats
“Real community spot. Great manumit coffee. Also, ask for a Cardiff fog. Staff are lovely. Big fan of the Carrot cake and banana bread. Ace the dog in Sparrow is a highlight.”
- Todmaster
“As a coffee lover, I've been to a lot of good coffee shops, in my opinion, however, no coffee shop seems to come close to Sparrow. This place is hands down the best coffee shop in Cardiff. The atmosphere inside is fantastic with lots of plants, unique furniture and wood aesthetics. The coffee never misses and I frequent sparrow regularly as I live around the corner. Amazing space to have so close and with little events held at the coffee shop it does feel like a gem. I would recommed this coffee every time.”
- Bernadette Ljgt
“What a perfect place!! In my 11 years in Cardiff I have never been in a better coffee place than Sparrow! ❤️ This place is perfect! I am SERIOUSLY IMPRESSED!! Highly recommended just hop in as we did today and enjoy (thank me later 😉😃)!!”
- Sanka de Sylva
“First time at Sparrow and it was lovely 🐦⬛ Coffee, pastries and service were all great. A really friendly atmosphere inside too - will recommend!”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
- Closed
Highlights
“Speciality coffee, ethically sourced and roasted in Cardiff, fresh pastries and cakes from local businesses”
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for solo dining
- Popular for good for working on laptop
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Free street parking
- Dogs allowed
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Good for kids
Show more amenities
- Vegan options
- Cozy
- Onsite services
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Dessert
- Highlights· 1
- Great tea selection
- Popular for· 2
- Solo dining
- Good for working on laptop
- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Atmosphere· 2
- Casual
- Trendy
- Pet-friendly· 2
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
- Offerings· 1
- Vegetarian options
- Dining options· 1
- Lunch
- Crowd· 2
- College students
- Groups
- Parking· 1
- Parking
Location
Coffee shops near Sparrow Coffee House
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- 0.3 mi£1–10Wi-Fi / laptopOutdoor seating
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- Coffi Lab Wellfield Road4.71830.6 mi£1–10Wi-Fi / laptopOutdoor seating
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sparrow Coffee HouseVegan options | 4.8159 | — | £1–10 | cortado and v60 coffee, pastries and cinnamon swirls, hot chocolate |
| Aroma Cafe | 4.824 | 0.2 mi | £1–10 | old chapel setting, coffee, library books |
| Ground Up Coffee HouseWi-Fi / laptop · Outdoor seating | 4.956 | 0.3 mi | £1–10 | pay what you want pricing, children's play area, study and remote work space |
| Coffi Lab Wellfield RoadWi-Fi / laptop · Outdoor seating | 4.7183 | 0.6 mi | £1–10 | dog-friendly pupaccinno, sourdough toast with jam, welsh cakes |
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