A Coffee Lover’s Guide to Bury St Edmunds Town Centre

With artwork and tables from Dappr Aviation, which makes furniture from aircraft parts, No5 Angel Hill is truly unique. Occupying a prime spot opposite Bury St Edmunds’ iconic Abbey Gate with a view of Angel Hill, the entrance to the Abbey Gardens and St Edmundsbury Cathedral, it is the perfect place to eat, drink, and people watch! They offer a wide range of Suffolk Artisan Roasted Coffee supplied by Freshpac that can be enjoyed with a range of freshly baked cakes and pastries.

You can be sure of a warm welcome and a great cup of coffee at Baileys2, past winners of the Suffolk Food and Drinks Award for Best Tea/Coffee Shop. With their own signature blend, you can choose from cafetiere coffee or an extensive menu of espresso-based drinks. They also make iced coffees such as lattes and mochas, so why not add amaretto, coconut, mint, or caramel syrup for some extra sweetness?

At this popular Bury St Edmunds café, which prides itself on sourcing ingredients as locally as possible, you’ll also find homemade scones, cakes, a huge choice of made-to-order sandwiches, and a delicious breakfast.

As well as a wide range of traditional café treats, Bay Tree Cafe offers a selection of modern bistro dishes, making this café a great choice for breakfast, lunch, and snacks in Bury St Edmunds. At Bay Tree Cafe, enjoy a revitalising cup of Rainforest Alliance coffee, or local coffee from Bury St Edmunds roasters Butterworth & Sons. There is a vibrant atmosphere downstairs while the sofa, low ceiling and original beams upstairs provide a cosy refuge for those looking to relax. The upstairs space is also very popular with book clubs and groups running classes.

Close to Bury St Edmunds’ marketplace, Café Kottani is a great place for authentic Greek coffee or mountain tea as well as all your favourite Italian coffees. The owners of this family-run business, who also own nearby Papaki’s Deli, serve healthy appetising Greek and Mediterranean meals and snacks, as well as a selection of British classics. We recommend the spanakopita (a Mediterranean pie made with spinach, feta and nettles) as well as the impeccable baklava, washed down with Ellinikos Kafes.

The Lounge & Garden is a family-friendly café in Bury St Edmunds that offers a wide range of coffees, sandwiches, and light bites in a laid-back environment in which you’ll feel free to linger. Relax in a tub chair with a newspaper or take your coffee into their pretty secret walled garden.

Midgar Coffee is an independent café serving good coffee, tasty toasties, and scrumptious home-baked treats within a friendly, cosy, and tranquil atmosphere. Located on St John’s Street, a road full of character with many independent shops just off the main shopping square of Bury St Edmunds, Midgar is the perfect spot to relax and enjoy quality coffee.

They offer delightful extras like babyccinos and puppuccinos, and their loyalty programme means you can earn free coffee just for being a regular. Their passionate team truly cares about coffee, crafting each cup with skill and love, latte art included! Pair your drink with one of their
delicious cakes, baked to perfectly accompany your brew.

Their current blend of choice is the Ethiopian Mocha Djimmah, a light roast reserved for a truly distinctive coffee. Fruity and bold, it features bright citrus tones layered with delicate floral notes. It’s a fantastic all-day option for those who enjoy something a little different.

Located in Langton Place, Procopio’s Pantry is a traditional tea room with a twist. Swapping out jacket potatoes for loaded wedges and serving up sweet treats for breakfast, this tea room aims to be a relaxing spot where customers can enjoy good company and even better food. While you’re there, tuck into their 2024 Great Taste award-winning ‘Cheese Scone with a hint of Chilli.’

At the Cornish Bakery, Bury St Edmunds, you can enjoy smooth, rich coffee alongside freshly baked brioche, scones, Cornish pasties, and their famous Cornish pudding. With a great community vibe and plenty of space, it’s the perfect spot for both coffee lovers and remote workers. Using ethically sourced, award-winning beans from Rwanda, Burundi, El Salvador, Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Nicaragua, hand-roasted to create blends like their espresso – dark-roasted with a caramel finish and hints of chocolate and treacle, it’s a must stop!

Tucked away in Abbey Gardens, Grounds Cafe offers the perfect stop for coffee lovers and those with a sweet tooth. Enjoy freshly brewed espresso, Americano, cappuccino, latte, flat white, mocha, and iced coffees, all made with expertly sourced beans. Pair your drink with homemade traybakes, cakes, and other delicious treats, all made fresh daily. Whether you’re here for a relaxing lunch break, stroll around Bury St Edmunds or to catch up with friends, this cafe is the perfect setting to enjoy a drink or two.

Harriet’s Tea Room offers a cosy escape with a selection of exceptional coffees. Enjoy a cafetiere of your choice: fragrant Tearoom blend, rich Royal blend, smooth Decaffeinated blend, bold Colombian, or aromatic Sumatran. For those who prefer a lighter brew, filter coffee is also available. Whether you’re in Bury St Edmunds for a relaxing tea or a delicious coffee, Harriet’s Tea Room offers a perfect spot to unwind. Why not enjoy your favourite cup with a delicious breakfast, lunch, or sandwich?

Step into the pinkest café in Bury St Edmunds, Lottie’s Waffles! Here, you can enjoy a delicious range of expertly crafted coffees. From creamy café lattes and smooth flat whites to indulgent mochas and classic cappuccinos, there’s something for every coffee lover. Enjoy the bold richness of an espresso, or go for a macchiato or americano for something simple yet satisfying. Lottie’s is the perfect place to treat yourself to great coffee and, of course, their famous waffles, which come in a variety of delicious flavours including caramel, strawberry and Nutella.

Blend is the ultimate hybrid. A Coffee and Wine Bar in Bury St Edmunds, where coffee lovers can enjoy Monmouth coffee beans for a perfectly brewed cup, whether it’s a rich espresso, smooth flat white, or bold americano. It’s the ideal spot for those who appreciate both great coffee and delicious cocktails, especially with their signature espresso martinis. For anyone who loves a latte but wants to hold the coffee, don’t miss out on their ultimate matcha lattes, unofficially named the best matcha latte in town!

At The Old School Cafe in Bury St Edmunds, enjoy great coffee complemented by a delicious breakfast graze board. Enjoy a buttery croissant, creamy Greek yoghurt, crunchy granola, and fresh fruit, all prepared to pair beautifully with your cup of freshly brewed coffee. The café also offers an enticing range of seasonal cakes and bakes, including chocolate cakes, fruit cakes, vegan slices, and gluten-free options, ensuring there’s something for everyone to enjoy alongside their coffee. More than just a café, The Old School Cafe serves as a vibrant community hub, hosting volunteering events that bring locals together over a shared love of coffee and connection.

Head to The Coffee House at The Apex for an americano, espresso or cappuccino. Or why not indulge in a café latte espresso with lashings of steamed milk or a sensational espresso and chocolate mocha. With a delicious slice of coffee and walnut, lemon drizzle or carrot cake. The Coffee House at The Apex is open 9am to 5pm Monday to Saturday and 10am to 4pm on Sundays. Seating is available inside and out.

Enjoy an Espresso, Macchiato, Flat White, Mocha, Americano, or Cappuccino with a shot of vanilla, caramel or hazelnut, outside in the seating area of the Greene King Beer Cafe. Why not treat yourself to their Hot drink and mini desert combo thay includes a millionaire cheesecake or chocolate fudge cake.

Convinced you to enjoy a coffee in Bury St Edmunds? Check out our full business directory to explore all the cafes and coffee houses in the town centre!