
Quick info
About Ninety six
Ninety six is a cafe in old town Swindon, a pink parlour at 96 Victoria Rd serving afternoon tea alongside coffee and iced coffee. The drinks list includes a luxe hot chocolate, and the food side runs from a small all day breakfast to lemon cake and other baked treats. Tables can be booked, which suits afternoon tea gatherings. A small section of children's toys and books sits in the room for younger visitors. Dogs are welcome.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingPaid parking lot
- Good for kidsGood for kids · Family-friendly
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention hot chocolate, small all day breakfast, children's toys and books and lemon cake.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention hot chocolate, small all day breakfast, children's toys and books and lemon cake.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often come for the small breakfast, praising the fresh, hot plates with bacon and sausage, and a bacon, Brie and cranberry panini gets a mention too. Close behind is the hot chocolate, including the luxe version, which a few call delicious. Others single out a Bueno milkshake, lemon cake, iced coffee and a lovely coffee roast, plus baked treats. Afternoon tea also features, with one group celebrating a baby shower and another a 50th birthday tea. Staff and owners are described as friendly and welcoming, with nothing too much trouble. The space is called quirky and relaxing, with a covered outdoor area and a small section of children's toys and books. A couple of reviewers note that breakfast arrived quickly and hot even with just one person working the floor, and one says an owner sat down at their table to chat about her regulars.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often come for the small breakfast, praising the fresh, hot plates with bacon and sausage, and a bacon, Brie and cranberry panini gets a mention too. Close behind is the hot chocolate, including the luxe version, which a few call delicious. Others single out a Bueno milkshake, lemon cake, iced coffee and a lovely coffee roast, plus baked treats. Afternoon tea also features, with one group celebrating a baby shower and another a 50th birthday tea. Staff and owners are described as friendly and welcoming, with nothing too much trouble. The space is called quirky and relaxing, with a covered outdoor area and a small section of children's toys and books. A couple of reviewers note that breakfast arrived quickly and hot even with just one person working the floor, and one says an owner sat down at their table to chat about her regulars.
Featured reviews
- Samantha Coggins-Thompson
“Such a beautiful place to eat and catch up with friends/family, or to sit and chill on your own. From the moment my friend and I walked in we had a friendly greeting from the 2 owners. Lovely tables offering pretty surroundings and comfort. Great menu - we had a small all day breakfast (gorgeous bacon and sausage) and a bacon, Brie & cranberry panini. We also had coffee which was a lovely roast. The bathroom was cute and scrupulously clean with the sweetest note about free sanitary products in case you get caught out. One of the owners came over to chat with us and showed us a picture that one of their regulars had created for them - a gorgeous pink rose. She chatted about her regulars and you could see & hear how much she loved her cafe and the people. This love came through in everything they did and delivered. Highly recommend a visit to Ninety Six, you won’t be disappointed. BTW there’s the cutest little covered outdoor area too ❤️❤️”
- Kyrone Ball
“fantastic cafe, great customer service the staff are very polite and friendly. food is amazing and the baked treats are 10/10 would highly recommend.”
- Jacob Marsh
“Absolutely spot on all round! I had a small breakfast, everything tasted fresh, good quality and cooked to perfection. The lady service me and my wife said it was just her working, she apologised for the wait for the food, there was no wait at all (no need to apologise at all). Amazing service, friendly atmosphere and extremely welcoming. I would visit this cafe again in a heartbeat. Thank you!!!”
- Sue Fox
“This gem of this quirky cafe is not to be missed. Food is excellent. Owner is very welcoming with nothing too much for her customers. It's so quirky, relaxing and the outside space is wonderful. Can't praise it enough 🙌🙌 Today was a 50th birthday tea 🎂😋😍”
- precious eruke
“Had an amazing experience here! The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, creating such a warm and relaxing atmosphere. I was waiting for a meeting and decided to stop by to relax, and I'm so glad I did. The hot chocolate and lemon cake were absolutely delicious, and to top it all off, I even received a compliment on my perfume 😊😍. It genuinely made my day! I'll definitely be visiting again the next time I'm in the area. Highly recommend!”
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
- Closed
Highlights
“The pink parlour in the heart of old town Swindon”
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Paid parking lot
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Show more amenities
- Family-friendly
- Cozy
- Curbside pickup
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Dessert
- Dining options· 4
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Seating
- Atmosphere· 1
- Casual
- Crowd· 2
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Transgender safespace
- Pet-friendly· 1
- Dogs allowed inside
- Highlights· 1
- Great tea selection
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Family-friendly· 1
- Good for kids
Location
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homemade cakes, toasties, coffee
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ninety sixOutdoor seating · Reservations | 4.992 | — | £10–20 | hot chocolate, small all day breakfast, children's toys and books |
| GustosoOutdoor seating · Vegetarian options · Reservations | 4.7295 | 0 mi | £10–20 | gluten free options, full english breakfast, colombian eggs |
| Food MagpieVegetarian options · Vegan options | 4.4141 | 0.1 mi | £10–20 | dog-friendly dining room, magpie beans, parisian victorian decor |
| Town Gardens CaféOutdoor seating · Vegetarian options · Vegan options | 4.5259 | 0.4 mi | £1–10 | homemade cakes, toasties, coffee |
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