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Reviewed 7 May 2023 via mobile

Fantastic cakes, coffee and breakfast. Dog friendly treats and water too. Well worth visiting if you are in the area. Or making a diversion for!

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 11 March 2023 via mobile

I have been here so many times and it was a favourite place to have breakfast with friends. But today will be my last and final visit .. let me tell you why .. it was busy .. I went to sit in only available...table when I was abruptly told by female staff you can’t sit down you have to join queue order food then try to find somewhere to sit !!!!!WHAT !! What a crazy system. So you queue for 20 mins order breakfast then stand up to eat !!! Then whilst I reluctantly joined the queue 3 guys walked in with dogs and sat down on the table I was going to sit on … the abrupt female staff member said nothing to them .. I asked them have you reserved booked the table .. no they reply !!! I’m Furious .. despite driving especially to eat there , paying 2 hours parking I left .. disgusted NEVER to returnMore

Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed 12 February 2023 via mobile

Popped in with eldest for a spot of lunch. Excellent portion size and food quality. We had an omelette and salad with a veggie sausage toastie and fries. Food was hot, delicious and salad was very fresh.

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed 26 January 2023

I have been visiting this cafe regularly for several years and the reason I keep returning is because of the great food, friendly staff, superb environment and the wide selection of hand made cakes. Its my favourite brunch spot in the JQ and I don't...believe I have ever had a bad experience there. Absolutely love it.More

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed 9 January 2023

Used to be a great place to eat/socialise. However this is the 3rd time I've been disappointed. I hate bad reviews but unless you supply things wont change. 1. No proper ventilation is the cafe - windows steamed up - couldnt breathe properly...I'm thinking of...germs 2. Two dogs in cafe barking constantly - no objection to dogs but then when the owner was allowed to go to counter with one dog who sneezed over cakes - not good. 3. Once again table were not clean - they were not busy. 4. Argument with cook and front of house - not good. 5. Food not as good quality as before. Reduced bread allocation. 6. Final straw the toilet was dirty - looked like it hadnt been cleaned all day!More

Date of visit: January 2023
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Reviewed 29 November 2022 via mobile

Excellent lunch stop in the Jewellery Quarter...just happened to be passing by and thought we'd stop for lunch...really glad we did. Good food, large pot of tea for two, great service and quick...highly recommended

Date of visit: November 2022
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Reviewed 22 October 2022 via mobile

Friendly and welcoming, with gluten free and vegan options. I wish I'd taken a photo of my cinnamon bun with cream cheese frosting - it was huge and delicious. My friend had the lemon curd cake which was equally delicious. We'd gone in as part...of a mystery picnic (we got a ceasar salad) but the cakes looked so amazing we stayed and met two lovely locals and the very friendly dog they were looking after. I wouldn't hesitate to return and recommend to others.More

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed 22 October 2022 via mobile

A superb kick start to our day. Hearty food, beautifully prepared and presented. A kind, easy atmosphere. Unfussy and professional, while still managing warmth and welcome. Outstanding cooked breakfast, porridge, coffee , tea, smoothies… highly recommend.

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed 29 September 2022

Over the past two years we have made several research trips to the Jewellery Quarter. On our first rip we found this coffee shop. It is not large but it has a selection of seating inside and tables and chairs outside. The usual coffee &...tea selection is available but its USP is its cakes. These range from classic like lemon drizzle to the seriously unusual. Service is friendly and they do have a loyalty cardMore

Date of visit: September 2022
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Reviewed 17 August 2022 via mobile

We ordered a cake for my sons birthday. In one slice we found 4 animal hairs in the sponge and icing. I emailed and spoke to the owner and returned the cake. He said no hair was found in the rest of the cake which...is find hard to believe. He then said I used it as an excuse to get a refund. I was and am disgusted at not only receive a birthday cake full of animal hair, but also the dishonesty and rude tone of the owner. Avoid this place!More

Date of visit: August 2022
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Coffeee Tales, Owner at Coffee Tales, responded to this reviewResponded 19 August 2022

In all 7 years we operated this is the first slanderous review! We have extensive evidence and videos taking apart the cake, cannot find the so called hair that you mentioned. From our evidence, it seems that you ordered a cake but ultimately didn’t like...More

Reviewed 8 July 2022 via mobile

Enjoyed a delicious and huge slice of homemade cake with a cup of tea after visiting the Evans Silver Factory nearby The warmest welcome even though it was after 5pm when all the other cafes in the area were shutting up shop. Excellent selection of...cakes and a very interesting menu with all looking very fresh and natural Couldn't have asked for more and will recommended to friends and family nearbyMore

Date of visit: May 2022
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Reviewed 6 July 2022 via mobile

Berry Pancakes were good but had better elsewhere, chai latte good too but not authentic, service excellent and friendly chill cafe

Date of visit: July 2022
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Reviewed 9 June 2022

Comfortable atmosphere, with a mix of people: mums and babies, business people shoppers, friends, retired folk, etc. Lovely big pot of tea (for 2). Delicious food. We had wraps but noticed others with toasties, cake, etc. Pleasant service.

Date of visit: June 2022
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Reviewed 8 April 2022 via mobile

Favourite café in JQ!! Staff are always so pleasant and welcoming. Lots of food on the menu to choose from. We went for the chicken fajita wrap and the bacon and brie toastie. Great portion sizes! Coffee is always great and plenty of milk alternatives...to choose from. 100% recommend!More

Date of visit: April 2022
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Reviewed 3 February 2022 via mobile

Bought a chai latte with coconut milk, and they don’t even tell you that they charge you for the milk 🙄 and it wasn’t even nice what a waste !More

Date of visit: February 2022
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Kathy K, General Manager at Coffee Tales, responded to this reviewResponded 5 February 2022

Hi, I'm not sure if you had missed our massive menu on the wall, clearly stating all the drinks and any extra charges? Alternative milks are at least 3x more expensive than cow's milk I think you will find that it is very standard most...More

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COFFEE TALES, Birmingham - 17-21 Heritage Court 15 Warstone Ln, Ladywood - Updated 2023 Restaurant Reviews & Phone Number - Tripadvisor

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Coffee Tales is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Atmosphere: 4