Vestry Hall Coffee

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  European traveller

  ·2 weeks ago

  “Over the last few months I have been visiting a range of coffee houses in the Lincoln area. I can honestly say that The Vestry comes out on top. My flat white was perfect in every aspect, the proportions of coffee to milk and so forth, ideal. The temperature was spot on. The barista certainly knows what he is doing in terms of technique and skill. Which brings me to my late afternoon raspberry almond slice - not too sweet, pleasantly moist, as it should be. And here we have an independent coffee shop that truly pays attention to ambience. There's nothing tacky or fake here, reflected in the comfortable seating and intimate, cosy table layout. Let's not forget the background music. Where else would I be able to savour my coffee to the strains of Miles Davies, The Beatles and TRex ? The only downside is that this is a late in the day local discovery on my part, as we leave to live in France permanently in a few days time. However, what a pleasant memory of Lincoln's coffee houses to be left with.”

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  Andy P

  ·2 months ago

  “Can’t comment on the food or the atmosphere as didn’t see or sample Either but the service wasn’t the best…. Young daughter wanted to use the toilet and was met with a resounding no…. And for guests only. So bought marshmallows. (Didn’t bother taking them though) Not a great advert for people visiting the city and can only imagine better cafes in and around Lincoln.”

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  Adam Duke

  ·2 months ago

  “We would highly recommend this spot. Andrew is an absolute legend and not only will make you an epic hot drink, but put a smile on your face as he does it. We got chai lattes with oat milk (so it was vegan friendly which is necessary for us) and they were 12/10. Good music, good vibes, and the best customer service ever.”

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  Tony

  ·3 months ago

  “A very friendly and dry humoured barista here. He knows his stuff. And the sandwiches look great (didn’t have one). and cakes are delish. Coffees are spot on. There’s a Nice shady space outside under the trees. Recommended.”

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  Joseph Mason

  ·3 months ago

  “Drinks were great and service was better, the guy who served us came to talk to us and upon hearing it was our first time in Lincoln he gave use the best route to cathedral and place to go anf visit and general information we didn't know before hand and really helped us. Didn't get his name but he was really friendly and helpful. Overall friendly, small comfortable place to get a drink.”

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  David

  ·3 months ago

  “Vestry is a lovely place to visit. It is one of the few coffee shops in Lincoln that consistently offers speciality brewing methods, which makes a refreshing change from the harsher espresso-based drinks found at many mainstream chains. The café is often very quiet, creating an atmosphere that is perfect for a peaceful visit, reading, or remote working. I have been visiting since the current store first opened, and to this day I still consider it my favourite coffee shop in Lincoln. However, I have started to notice some worrying trends, and I genuinely wonder whether the business will still be here in the years ahead, which saddens me. Having spoken with the owner about the future of the café, it feels as though there is little appetite for reaching new customers or exploring new markets. The social media presence, for example, tends to be repetitive and rarely goes beyond announcing that the shop is open alongside another photo of the building. The food selection itself is good, but it doesn't particularly cater to the morning crowd. Given that the café sits next to a large office workspace, there seems to be a real opportunity to attract commuters and office workers looking for a quick breakfast and coffee on their way to work. After discussing potential breakfast options with the owner, it became clear that he takes a very purist approach and sees little need to introduce a more affordable breakfast offering that could compete with the larger chains nearby. As an example, he mentioned charging around £6 for a bacon ciabatta, which genuinely surprised me. A friend and I even worked through the numbers for a simple breakfast roll and filter coffee deal using wholesale ingredient prices and found that it could be both affordable for customers and profitable for the business, but there was little interest in pursuing the idea. From the outside looking in, the business feels more like a passion project than one driven by long-term commercial ambitions. There seems to be limited willingness to adapt the model, even if doing so might improve its long-term financial viability without compromising the quality that makes the café special in the first place. For the time being, though, I will continue to visit and enjoy it for as long as it is here. Will I be sad if it closes? Absolutely. But, like all good coffee, it will eventually come to an end, and I will move on.”

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  Tofee

  ·7 months ago

  “Vestry Hall Cafe is a true hidden gem. While we’ve been based in the city for work, it’s quickly become one of our absolute favourite spots. The coffee is easily some of the best I’ve had, and the sourdough toast is just as impressive. Andrew creates such a warm, welcoming atmosphere, you feel at home the moment you walk through the door. With its beautiful setting, both inside and out, it’s hard to think of a better place to start the day. I’d highly recommend giving it a visit.”

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  Nick

  ·1 year ago

  “Vestry Hall is a quaint and stylish cafe with an intimate and cottage core feel. The colour scheme and the soft lighting within is very welcoming from the get-go. The seating is comfortable and there is a variety of it, meaning that whether you go with friends or by yourself there is always an ideal place to sit. The outdoor seating is lovely, especially during the summer season as it is beneath three massive London plane trees that provide deep and refreshing shade. The variety of drinks is truly impressive. There is a lot of effort put behind sourcing proper coffee and the quality of the espresso far outweighs high street quality. I truly recommend giving this place a visit!”

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  Becki W

  ·1 year ago

  “The Vestry is my go to on my lunch break. The coffee is always excellent and the sandwiches, cakes and pastries are a brilliant selection which I'm happily working my way through. Inside is charming, cosy, clean and fresh while outside is a beautiful space to sit in warmer weather. Andy, the owner, is loads of fun, always welcoming and ready to crack a joke. It's a great hidden gem in the city and definitely worth a visit.”

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  Lenny & Wendy

  ·1 year ago

  “This Coffee shop is an absolute Gem! Andrew made my little dog 🐶 Lenny & myself extremely welcome, giving him a treat, which Lenny thoroughly enjoyed! (Puppuccino?) A real gentleman! Excellent choice of drinks & wonderful pastries & cakes too! A really wonderful atmosphere in which to meet with friends, & make new friends too ✨☺️✨”

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