Kelpie Coffee
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About Kelpie Coffee
Kelpie Coffee is an independent specialty coffee shop at 45 Oxford Castle in Oxford, set under a glass roof among the castle's medieval surroundings. The drinks list includes flat white, matcha latte and cortado, with filter coffee for those who prefer it. Pastries and cakes sit on the counter for ordering alongside a drink. Seating is comfortable, and corners are set aside for kids, which suits families who want a coffee stop. Dogs are welcome inside, so walkers can bring their pets along. The shop also hosts events and works with local artists. Kelpie Coffee is part of a small group that also runs another cafe on Abingdon Road.
Good to know
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, restroom, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs · Family-friendly
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention flat white, pastries, matcha latte and filter coffee.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention flat white, pastries, matcha latte and filter coffee.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers return above all for the coffee, singling out the flat white, cortado, piccolo, filter coffee and a matcha latte, and describing it as smooth rather than bitter. One notes the barista understood coffee without needing the drinks explained. Close behind are the pastries and cakes, called simple but well-made and home made, with a few mentioning the baked selection. The space draws repeated praise as bright, light, cosy and relaxed, with a glass roof, comfy seating and little corners for kids. One reviewer finds it good for studying, and another says the Castle cafe is prettier than the Abingdon Road branch. The staff and owner come across as friendly and smiley, with one server described as always making the visit a lovely experience. The only request raised is for vegan options, which one reviewer says they would like to see added. Several say they will be back, and one made the matcha latte look cute as well.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers return above all for the coffee, singling out the flat white, cortado, piccolo, filter coffee and a matcha latte, and describing it as smooth rather than bitter. One notes the barista understood coffee without needing the drinks explained. Close behind are the pastries and cakes, called simple but well-made and home made, with a few mentioning the baked selection. The space draws repeated praise as bright, light, cosy and relaxed, with a glass roof, comfy seating and little corners for kids. One reviewer finds it good for studying, and another says the Castle cafe is prettier than the Abingdon Road branch. The staff and owner come across as friendly and smiley, with one server described as always making the visit a lovely experience. The only request raised is for vegan options, which one reviewer says they would like to see added. Several say they will be back, and one made the matcha latte look cute as well.
Featured reviews
- Arthur Yushi
“really really cozy cafe with glass roof and amazing coffee”
- Jed Zheng
“Absolutely delicious! The barista Francesca was the best The coffee was perfect”
- Lefki Z
“Lovely coffee, baked pastries and relaxed atmosphere. Lovely little corners for the kids as well.”
- Helen Kettle
“Exceptional coffee! Friendly guy who served us is always… always makes for a lovely experience. Light and bright café. We’ll be back again. Only request… vegan options!”
- G.N White
“Our new favourite spot. Both cafes on Abingdon road and the Castle! Although atmosphere wise, the cafe in the Castle is 'prettier'. Lovely addition to Oxford all the way from down under, highly recommended!”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“Bright and airy independent coffee shop. Tucked away in peaceful medieval surrounds, right in Oxford city centre. Specialty coffee, events, local artist collabs.”
- Great coffee
- Great tea selection
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Show more amenities
- Family-friendly
- Casual
- Onsite services
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Dessert
- Highlights· 1
- Great tea selection
- Crowd· 4
- College students
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
- Dining options· 2
- Lunch
- Seating
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Facilities· 2
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Atmosphere· 1
- Trendy
- Family-friendly· 2
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Location
Coffee shops near Kelpie Coffee
- Greens Cafe4.5820.1 mi
acai bowls, panini, matcha
- Society Café4.61,0850.2 mi£1–10Outdoor seatingVegan options
rotating guest coffee beans, vegan pastries, outdoor seating area
- New Ground Coffee Oxford4.12330.3 mi
flat white, pour-over coffee, pastries
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kelpie CoffeeWi-Fi / laptop · Outdoor seating | 4.864 | — | £1–10 | flat white, pastries, matcha latte |
| Greens Cafe | 4.582 | 0.1 mi | — | acai bowls, panini, matcha |
| Society CaféOutdoor seating · Vegan options | 4.61,085 | 0.2 mi | £1–10 | rotating guest coffee beans, vegan pastries, outdoor seating area |
| New Ground Coffee Oxford | 4.1233 | 0.3 mi | — | flat white, pour-over coffee, pastries |
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