Barista & Barrel
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About Barista & Barrel
Barista & Barrel is a pub in Crawley on Gales Dr that pairs a pub-style interior with a barista coffee bar. An indoor soft play area for kids sits inside the venue, giving children a place to play during the visit. Breakfast and brunch are served, with a full English breakfast on the menu, and the kitchen includes plenty of vegetarian options. The team brings orders to the table, and the room has lots of tables to seat a crowd. The pub works on a walk-in basis.
Good to know
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, parking lot, restroom, seating
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention indoor kids play area, full English breakfast, turkish coffee and caprese panini.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention indoor kids play area, full English breakfast, turkish coffee and caprese panini.
Customer Review Summary
Breakfast draws the most reviewers, with the full English singled out as very tasty and reasonably priced. Brunch visitors also praise the caprese panini and halloumi fries, and one notes plenty of vegetarian options. Drinks get specific mention too, including the Super Green and Pineapple Sunset, and one visitor from Canada enjoyed a Turkish coffee. Close behind is the indoor play area, which several families say keeps children entertained while the adults relax. Staff are repeatedly described as friendly and welcoming, reviewers mention table service and a warm, calming atmosphere, and one calls the place spotless. Complaints are fewer but specific. One reviewer says the coffee could be improved, another says the toilet needs fixing, and one early-morning visitor reports waiting a long while to order while the counter served others, then leaving without any breakfast.
Customer Review Summary
Breakfast draws the most reviewers, with the full English singled out as very tasty and reasonably priced. Brunch visitors also praise the caprese panini and halloumi fries, and one notes plenty of vegetarian options. Drinks get specific mention too, including the Super Green and Pineapple Sunset, and one visitor from Canada enjoyed a Turkish coffee. Close behind is the indoor play area, which several families say keeps children entertained while the adults relax. Staff are repeatedly described as friendly and welcoming, reviewers mention table service and a warm, calming atmosphere, and one calls the place spotless. Complaints are fewer but specific. One reviewer says the coffee could be improved, another says the toilet needs fixing, and one early-morning visitor reports waiting a long while to order while the counter served others, then leaving without any breakfast.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“Atmosphere very calming, relaxing, enjoyed my time with friends. Live out of Crawley, returning to try menu looked very enticing when orders came through. Staff very helpful.”
- Google user
“Hidden gem in Crawley. Very tasty full English breakfast and all reasonably priced. Caprese panini and halloumi fries were really good too. Lots of good vegetarian options. Lots of tables and nice atmosphere. Will definitely come back.”
- Google user
“If you’re ever around three bridges, you’ve gotta check this place out! It’s got that lush old-school British pub vibe mixed with a proper modern barista bar. Seriously, the best spot for a cracking breakfast or brunch with the family. The staff are super friendly, the place is spotless, and the table service makes you feel like royalty. Massive shoutout to Toniann her lovely smile and top-tier service really made our day! It’s a total lifesaver for parents too! They’ve got a sound little play area, so you can just chill and enjoy the brilliant food and drink menu while the kids burn off some energy safely in the soft play. Great value for money as well. Highly recommend.!”
- Google user
“Normally isn't bad with service but today walked in at 8:40 to get some breakfast. I was asked to go to the table and will get served in a minute. At this time other couple walked in got their order in, I was waiting for 15 minutes watching man behind the counter serving easily 9 other people... Didn't get to order anything left ater the couple who came after me got their food before I even was able to order...”
- Google user
“Everything was incredibly fresh and delicious. The attention to quality was clear in every dish. I truly enjoyed my visit and will definitely return in the future. A fantastic restaurant that I highly recommend!””
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
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- Accessibility· 3
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Location
Bars near Barista & Barrel
- Dem Shish Crawley4.44750.8 mi£20–50ReservationsWheelchair accessibleGood for kids
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- Dukes Head Crawley Downs4.32,2473.7 mi£20–50ReservationsOutdoor seatingGood for kids
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- The Crown at Turners Hill4.41,0673.9 mi
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barista & BarrelWheelchair accessible | 4.4115 | — | — | indoor kids play area, full English breakfast, turkish coffee |
| Dem Shish CrawleyReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Good for kids | 4.4475 | 0.8 mi | £20–50 | birthday celebrations with cake and singing, belly dancer performances, dem shish special platter |
| Dukes Head Crawley DownsReservations · Outdoor seating · Good for kids | 4.32,247 | 3.7 mi | £20–50 | sticky toffee pudding, roast beef sunday lunch, attentive friendly service |
| The Crown at Turners Hill | 4.41,067 | 3.9 mi | — | sunday roast sharing board, cauliflower cheese, yorkshire puddings |
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