
Uncommon Ground Coffee Roastery
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About Uncommon Ground Coffee Roastery
Uncommon Ground Coffee Roastery is a coffee shop in Cardiff at 5 Avalon House, run as a roastery where the team explains the different coffee beans to customers. Dogs are welcome here, with dog-friendly seating, water bowls and dog snacks for sale. The kitchen serves a breakfast and brunch menu that includes Turkish eggs, along with lunch options and burritos. Vegan choices include a vegan burrito and a vegan cinnamon crumble cake, and a wider selection of cakes sits alongside them. Coffee can be made with oat milk.
Good to know
- ParkingParking
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance
- DietaryVegan options · Vegetarian options
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention coffee quality and roast, vegan burrito, brunch menu and cakes and brownies.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention coffee quality and roast, vegan burrito, brunch menu and cakes and brownies.
Customer Review Summary
Coffee is the draw reviewers raise most, described as great, with a lovely tang. One visitor was told the vanilla latte came without syrups, then found the coffee so good it didn't need any. Friendly staff come up nearly as often, and the shop is called relaxing, with comfortable seating and quiet Saturdays. A few note it is dog friendly, with a water bowl and dog snacks. Some food earns praise too, including a vegan cinnamon crumble cake, oat milk, an inventive mince pie brownie and a tasty vegan burrito. The complaints gather around the food, though. One reviewer got overcooked, cold Turkish eggs and a dry lemon drizzle cake, and their friends found their burritos bland. Another said the brunch lacked seasoning and cost more than nearby places, with an oddly shaped poached egg. A butternut squash pastry was called okay but missing one more flavour. Staff still leave a warm impression, from explaining the different coffee beans to one lending a customer a phone charger.
Customer Review Summary
Coffee is the draw reviewers raise most, described as great, with a lovely tang. One visitor was told the vanilla latte came without syrups, then found the coffee so good it didn't need any. Friendly staff come up nearly as often, and the shop is called relaxing, with comfortable seating and quiet Saturdays. A few note it is dog friendly, with a water bowl and dog snacks. Some food earns praise too, including a vegan cinnamon crumble cake, oat milk, an inventive mince pie brownie and a tasty vegan burrito. The complaints gather around the food, though. One reviewer got overcooked, cold Turkish eggs and a dry lemon drizzle cake, and their friends found their burritos bland. Another said the brunch lacked seasoning and cost more than nearby places, with an oddly shaped poached egg. A butternut squash pastry was called okay but missing one more flavour. Staff still leave a warm impression, from explaining the different coffee beans to one lending a customer a phone charger.
Featured reviews
- Kathryn Hewitt
“Had breakfast there twice during a trip to Cardiff. Helpful staff. Fresh tasty food.”
- Matt Ward
“Stopped Here For A Cuppa Whilst On My Travels! I Love A Good Coffee And This Cafe Surprised Me😅 The Coffee Was Very Different To What I’m Used To! The Coffee Had A Lovely Tang To It Which I Throughly Enjoyed 😁 Staff Were Kind And Friendly Explained The Different Coffee Beans Etc, Looking Forward To Coming Back Here Next Time I’m In Cardiff 😄”
- ara td
“I really wanted to love this spot because the location is so convenient and the staff were genuinely lovely and welcoming. Unfortunately, the food didn't live up to the service. My Turkish eggs were overcooked and arrived cold, making them quite difficult to enjoy. I ended up trying a slice of lemon drizzle cake (£3.75) to make up for it, but it was so dry I couldn't finish it. My friends also found their burritos quite bland and insipid. It’s a real shame, as the atmosphere is great, but the food quality definitely needs some attention.”
- S Bassett
“Great coffee shop with a good vibe. Nice roast and really friendly staff. The only thing that let it down was the brunch. Lacked seasoning and was more expensive than other places in the area. The poached egg was a funny shape, not your standard poached egg!”
- F D
“Great coffee, super friendly staff and quiet relaxing environment. Really enjoyed the lunch options, quick service and tasty food. Would highly recommend.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Parking
- Dogs allowed
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Vegan options
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- Cozy
- Onsite services
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Dessert
- Solo dining
- Dining options· 3
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Popular for· 1
- Good for working on laptop
- Atmosphere· 2
- Casual
- Trendy
- Offerings· 1
- Vegetarian options
- Highlights· 1
- Great tea selection
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
Location
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- Coffee Barker4.49600.4 mi£10–20Wi-Fi / laptopOutdoor seatingVegan options
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flat white, mocha, matcha latte
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uncommon Ground Coffee RoasteryVegan options | 4.577 | — | £1–20 | coffee quality and roast, vegan burrito, brunch menu |
| Brodies Coffee - On The WallOutdoor seating | 4.890 | 0.3 mi | £1–10 | chocolate brownie, coffee, cream tea |
| Coffee BarkerWi-Fi / laptop · Outdoor seating · Vegan options | 4.4960 | 0.4 mi | £10–20 | cappuccino with thick foam, hot chocolate, huge doorstep sandwich |
| Corner Coffee | 4.7711 | 0.5 mi | — | flat white, mocha, matcha latte |
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