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About Kava Coffee Bar
Kava Coffee Bar is a cafe on Smalley Dr in Oakwood, Derby, that pairs daytime coffee with live music sessions, bottomless drink events and themed nights. The menu covers milkshakes, brunch dishes and sweet treats, with a cumin latte to drink and a Hunters chicken panini that the chef adjusts to suit a food choice. Comfortable seating suits meetings and friendly catch-ups, and dogs are welcome. The space can be booked for private events such as baby showers and parties, with early access to decorate and extra tables for presents and cake. Afternoon tea is served for those occasions in adults' and children's versions, and the kitchen caters for dietary allergies. Cocktail deals run in the evening.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree parking lot · Free street parking · Parking
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, parking lot, restroom, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs · Kids' menu
- DietaryVegetarian options
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention baby shower afternoon tea, hunters chicken panini, live music afternoons and cumin latte.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention baby shower afternoon tea, hunters chicken panini, live music afternoons and cumin latte.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often come for private events, especially baby showers, where afternoon tea for adults and children is the centerpiece. Hosts describe getting into the space early to decorate, separate tables for presents and the cake, quick set up and pack down, and an afternoon tea that catered for dietary allergies. Close behind is the food and drink: the hunters chicken panini is one reviewer's favourite, another had a panini adjusted by the chef to suit their order, and the cumin latte, cakes and cookies get praise, along with generous portions. Staff are repeatedly called friendly and welcoming, including when the cafe was packed and only a few were working. One reviewer arranged a highchair and others made a fuss of the baby during lunch. Reviewers also describe a livelier side, with Sunday afternoon live music sessions, bottomless drink events and themed nights, and note it is dog friendly. No complaints appear in the reviews. One party of nine found all their food arrived at the same time, piping hot.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often come for private events, especially baby showers, where afternoon tea for adults and children is the centerpiece. Hosts describe getting into the space early to decorate, separate tables for presents and the cake, quick set up and pack down, and an afternoon tea that catered for dietary allergies. Close behind is the food and drink: the hunters chicken panini is one reviewer's favourite, another had a panini adjusted by the chef to suit their order, and the cumin latte, cakes and cookies get praise, along with generous portions. Staff are repeatedly called friendly and welcoming, including when the cafe was packed and only a few were working. One reviewer arranged a highchair and others made a fuss of the baby during lunch. Reviewers also describe a livelier side, with Sunday afternoon live music sessions, bottomless drink events and themed nights, and note it is dog friendly. No complaints appear in the reviews. One party of nine found all their food arrived at the same time, piping hot.
Featured reviews
- Karen Wood
“We attended a Sunday afternoon music session, Eba Sallah playing, from start to finish it was fantastic. We were greeted with a smile and a welcome drink, shown to our prebooked table. The music was fantastic, the drinks were flowing and very reasonably priced. We danced, everyone danced, and had a fabulous time, looking forward to the next afternoon session. Check out the website & socials for artists, they also do some Fridays & Saturdays too if you like an evening, Thank you Kava for a great afternoon”
- Kate
“What an absolute gem of a place for delicious food and fabulous drinks. We were treated to lunch there by my sister who’s a regular visitor & we can see why. The staff were very welcoming & despite being very busy were calm, friendly & helpful. Everything on the menu looked tasty & we had food envy watching all the dishes being served to folk near to us. Our lunch didn’t disappoint, it was great, freshly prepared & delicious. The chef tweeted the panini to accommodate our food choice which we really appreciated. We saw all the different events they host each month. What a great find. We recommend you seek it out as you won’t be disappointed. We will certainly be back. Thanks”
- Neve Grantham-Burton
“Yesterday I held my baby shower at Kava Coffee Bar and it was the most perfect day from start to finish. All of my family and friends commented on how perfect the venue was for a baby shower and the staff couldn’t be more helpful. Thank you so much for helping us celebrate!”
- Taylor Slack
“Kava Coffee Bar is a fantastic place with a wide range of food and drinks to choose from. Whether you're after a brunch dish, a coffee, a sweet treat, or one of their delicious milkshakes, there's something for everyone.My favourite thing is the hunters chicken panini! The staff are always incredibly friendly and welcoming, which makes the experience even better. During the day, it has a relaxed and chilled-out atmosphere that's perfect for catching up with friends or enjoying a quiet drink. I also attended a private party there, which showed a completely different side of the venue. The space can be booked for events, and with their great cocktail deals and lively atmosphere, it's ideal for celebrations too. It's like getting two venues in one—perfect for both relaxed daytime visits and fun evening events. Highly recommend!”
- Lorna D
“I had such a great experience here. I went with my baby for some lunch and all the staff were so helpful making sure I had a highchair and all making a fuss of her so I could eat my food. The food was delicious and very reasonably priced. The portions were very generous. The cake and cookies they sell are also delicious. Must recommend the cumin latte! Very much looking forward to my next vist. Thank you to all the staff it was a lovely afternoon.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
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- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“Located in the heart of Oakwood, Kava Coffee Bar is built around comfort, community, and great coffee. Our rustic interior creates a warm, inviting space filled with comfortable seating — perfect for meetings, or friendly catch-ups. We take pride in serving quality coffee, in an environment that feels like home. And with free parking available, stopping by is always simple and stress-free.”
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Live music
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed inside
- Takeout
Show more amenities
- Dine-in
- Family-friendly
- Vegetarian options
- Bar onsite
- Cozy
- Onsite services
- Offerings· 11
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Free water refills
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Prepared foods
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
- Atmosphere· 2
- Casual
- Trendy
- Dining options· 7
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Popular for· 2
- Solo dining
- Good for working on laptop
- Crowd· 1
- Groups
- Parking· 3
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Parking
- Highlights· 4
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Live music
- Facilities· 2
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Accessibility· 3
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Family-friendly· 3
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
- Pet-friendly· 1
- Dogs allowed outside
Location
Cafes near Kava Coffee Bar
- Damsons Coffee House4.82611.4 mi£10–20Outdoor seatingReservationsWi-Fi
coffee, cakes, eggs benedict
- Bread and Butter Cafe4.92652 mi£10–20Vegetarian optionsVegan options
full english breakfast, freshly squeezed orange juice, black pudding
- 2.4 mi£10–20Vegetarian optionsVegan options
coffee, cakes, free babychino
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kava Coffee BarOutdoor seating · Vegetarian options · Reservations | 4.6249 | — | £10–20 | baby shower afternoon tea, hunters chicken panini, live music afternoons |
| Damsons Coffee HouseOutdoor seating · Reservations · Wi-Fi | 4.8261 | 1.4 mi | £10–20 | coffee, cakes, eggs benedict |
| Bread and Butter CafeVegetarian options · Vegan options | 4.9265 | 2 mi | £10–20 | full english breakfast, freshly squeezed orange juice, black pudding |
| The Greenery Darley AbbeyVegetarian options · Vegan options | 5.091 | 2.4 mi | £10–20 | coffee, cakes, free babychino |
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