
EXE Coffee Roasters
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About EXE Coffee Roasters
EXE Coffee Roasters is a coffee shop in Exeter at 19 Heavitree Rd, with a roastery on site. The team roasts and packages its own beans there, supplying the shop as well as distribution and subscription orders. That means the beans sold to take home are freshly roasted, including the Neighbourhood blend, a house coffee sold as beans. At the counter, the menu includes flat whites, and the decaf is made by the Swiss water method. Dogs are welcome.
Good to know
- ParkingFree street parking · Paid parking lot · Usually plenty of parking
- DietaryVegan options · Vegetarian options
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention neighbourhood blend, flat white, on-site roastery and swiss water decaf.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention neighbourhood blend, flat white, on-site roastery and swiss water decaf.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often return for the neighbourhood blend, called special and unique, with a cocoa nibs end taste, and several buy it as beans to take home, one by the kilo. Close behind are the flat whites, which a few say came with a look at the on-site roastery, where coffee is roasted and packaged, and the smell of a fresh batch roasting downstairs. The Swiss water decaf is described as full of flavour. Diners also mention lunch, a laid back atmosphere that feels much nicer than the big chains, and a dog-friendly welcome. Baristas are praised as friendly and enthusiastic, though one reviewer found the staff member who prepared their coffee could have been more welcoming, even while calling the coffee good. One reviewer also said the store was opened up for them when the cafe was closed. Another, after a mix-up over a bag of ground decaf, had a replacement full bag posted free of charge.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often return for the neighbourhood blend, called special and unique, with a cocoa nibs end taste, and several buy it as beans to take home, one by the kilo. Close behind are the flat whites, which a few say came with a look at the on-site roastery, where coffee is roasted and packaged, and the smell of a fresh batch roasting downstairs. The Swiss water decaf is described as full of flavour. Diners also mention lunch, a laid back atmosphere that feels much nicer than the big chains, and a dog-friendly welcome. Baristas are praised as friendly and enthusiastic, though one reviewer found the staff member who prepared their coffee could have been more welcoming, even while calling the coffee good. One reviewer also said the store was opened up for them when the cafe was closed. Another, after a mix-up over a bag of ground decaf, had a replacement full bag posted free of charge.
Featured reviews
- jim
“Properly independent coffee shop with a pleasantly laid back atmosphere and delicious coffee. Much nicer than the big chains.”
- Bayley Alner
“I believe his name was Jamie , he was the barista , and he kindly showed me the coffee roastery in action whilst he made the lovely flatwhites; He also had great customer service skills which was a nice surprise as it’s rare to get someone being genuinely nice and enthusiastic! Will definitely be back for another brew!”
- Tatiana Lytvynenko
“Yes — your edited version reads well. I’d just make a couple of tiny tweaks to make it flow more naturally: Lovely little coffee shop and roastery! We really enjoyed stopping in for coffee and lunch. A special mention for how dog-friendly they are — our dog is always made to feel very welcome! 🐶 And we never leave without some freshly roasted coffee beans to enjoy at home ☕️ We’ll definitely be back!”
- Andy Osmond
“First time having a Flat White here and great tasting coffee. Downstairs they were roasting a new batch and the smell of coffee was just amazing :)”
- Dewi Nawasari
“I highly recommend EXE to the coffee snobs and coffee enthusiasts out there. Their neighbourhood blend is really special and unique, especially for the cocoa nibs end taste. The owner Simon would love to meet everyone who comes in and introduce the place. The wonderful barista who made me my flat white very kindly took me for a little tour to their on site roastery where they roast and package coffee for their shop, distribution, and subscription. Everyone made my visit feel so special. Must try!!! This would be my only coffee destination for next time I am in town again. Regards from the London Coffee Enthusiast🙌🏼”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great tea selection
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for solo dining
- Popular for good for working on laptop
- Vegan options
Amenities
- Free street parking
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Vegan options
Show more amenities
- Cozy
- Onsite services
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Dessert
- Solo dining
- Dining options· 3
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Seating
- Popular for· 1
- Good for working on laptop
- Offerings· 1
- Vegetarian options
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Atmosphere· 2
- Casual
- Trendy
- Highlights· 1
- Great tea selection
- Crowd· 1
- College students
- Parking· 2
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Location
Coffee shops near EXE Coffee Roasters
- Waffle master Cafe4.91070.3 mi£1–10Vegan options
bubble waffle, hk milk tea, cake
- The Sunset Society4.61040.3 mi£1–10Outdoor seatingVegan options
bagels, coffee, bike parking
- Creeks Cuppa4.93000.6 mi£1–10Vegan options
themed duck decor, coffee, cakes
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EXE Coffee RoastersOutdoor seating · Vegan options | 4.7249 | — | £1–10 | neighbourhood blend, flat white, on-site roastery |
| Waffle master CafeVegan options | 4.9107 | 0.3 mi | £1–10 | bubble waffle, hk milk tea, cake |
| The Sunset SocietyOutdoor seating · Vegan options | 4.6104 | 0.3 mi | £1–10 | bagels, coffee, bike parking |
| Creeks CuppaVegan options | 4.9300 | 0.6 mi | £1–10 | themed duck decor, coffee, cakes |
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