FIG TREE ESPRESSO, Abergavenny - Updated 2024 Restaurant Reviews, Photos & Phone Number

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CUISINES

Cafe, British, Fusion, Healthy, Welsh

Special Diets

Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options

Meals

Lunch, Drinks

FEATURES

Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards

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45deborahsmith

Bognor Regis76 contributions

Can't help going back!

Jun 2022 • none

We loved this place so much we went every day of our short holiday - it's so individual, service is so friendly and personal, and the cakes are just wonderful. We sat out in the garden on each visit which is just beautiful - couldn't be a nicer place to enjoy a relaxed lunch or cuppa and cake. Something about the place, and how relaxed and friendly it is, makes all the customers so friendly too! If you're in Abergavenny, don't miss it!

Written 9 September 2022

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Headgirl

Taunton15 contributions

Excellent coffee and cakes

Jun 2022 • couples

We were so glad to find this place still open. Lovely locally roasted coffee and a fab collection of cakes, made by friendly owner who is passionate about what he does. Great little garden to relax in. So good we had second coffees and bought cake to take home. Good value for quality of produce

Written 10 June 2022

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Adrian G

Ebford12 contributions

Excellent! Worth a visit

May 2022 • none

This was our second visit ( on holiday from Devon). Visited 3 years ago and it was excellent. Visited today and it was just as good. Very friendly service. Top cakes ( in particular-Carrot cake- best ever tasted) Great coffee. Sat in the lovely garden with the fragrance of herbs. Look forward to return visit!

Written 4 May 2022

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G W

London21 contributions

Unhappy Chappy!

Nov 2019 • none

I called into The Fig Tree whilst passing through Abergavenny a few weeks ago. I visited because of the positive reviews and the fact it’s close to parking. Firstly, I did have a really tasty toasted sandwich but that was where the positives finished. Unfortunately, the coffee was acrid and had to be sent back, I was offered another but their machine needs descaling so I declined. We ordered a cake but could only really taste the fat and sugar rather than flavour so was left. I think the biggest issue here is the unpleasant attitude of the owners. The lady serving is not a great choice for front of house staff. She is unwelcoming and did not smile the whole time my husband and I were there, certainly no apologies for the coffee. At one point the chef (co-owner) came into the seating area and was very brusque with one of the waitresses. The waitresses were absolutely lovely and deserve better. Maybe we visited on a bad day because this place has good reviews but the negativity exuded by the owners was palpable, it was uncomfortable for us. I wouldn’t use the cafe again as there are plenty of other nice places to eat in this town. I’m sure the owner will say how shocked and surprised she is by this review but I’ve looked through the other comments and her attitude is a recurring theme.

Written 16 February 2020

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NichaUk

1259 contributions

Expensive!

Jun 2021 • family

We visited based on the positive reviews. When we visited seating was outside only in the garden, which is lovely. We were served by a lady who to be honest seemed disinterested. When I heard the cost of our order I have to say I was surprised at the expense and I'm used to London prices. £4 for a slice of cake in a cafe?! Personally I don't think the price is justified.

Written 24 June 2021

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Porridge M

2 contributions

Coffee is was cold

Jun 2021 • business

We walked into the shop and ordered our coffee and the staff failed to be welcoming to all 3 of us and when sat down the coffee and cake came quick however the coffee was cold. We finished our coffee and sat for 45 minutes and no staff walked out to take our empty mugs. The only thing positive I will have to say is they follow COVID rules well and I could spot no failures in that.

Written 24 June 2021

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Bethan R

5 contributions

Very disappointing

Dec 2022 • solo

It’s frustrating that a place with such lovely food has such terrible customer service. The owner (female with short brown hair) was terribly cold and had an unpleasant attitude about her. She was arguing with one of the kitchen staff in front of other customers which made me and I’m sure other customers, very uncomfortable. Also, they only accepted cash and I found out later the tips are not given to the staff but rather the owners take it for themselves!

Written 12 April 2023

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lenemike

Roskilde456 contributions

very good coffee and cake

Jun 2024 • family

Stopped by for coffee and cake on a showery day. Surprisingly the rain held off as we sat under the fig tree in the garden in semi-sunshine chatting and enjoying very tasty consumables. The coffees were top quality and we shared a huge slice of very good cake (I've already forgotten the flavour, but remember that there were choco chunks...). Service was friendly. I'd be a regular customer if I lived in Abergavenny.

Written 17 June 2024

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Stew B

2 contributions

Hidden Surprise

Jul 2022 • solo

At first, I walked straight past this wonderful coffee stop, but when I returned I was glad to have made the effort. The owners were relaxed and friendly, the coffee, locally roasted, was superb, and the garden an absolute delight. Secluded and quiet, exploding with colourful flowers, each table an oasis of calm. This was the perfect place to take a break and enjoy my coffee.

Written 8 July 2022

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Michele T

Cardiff13 contributions

Just lovely.

May 2022 • couples

We really love Fig Tree Espresso. It’s welcoming, very friendly and a lovely experience. The owner we met today was fab (congrats on the new baby) and our waitress was a delight! Perfect flat white coffee and THE BEST cake we’ve had for a long time. Gorgeous garden to sit in, a peaceful morning break. Thank you!

Written 7 June 2022

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Paul J

15 contributions

Hidden Gem

Oct 2024 • family

Always try to call in here when in Abergavenny. Lovely vibe in here, background music. Fantastic coffee and always a different selection of interesting cakes (though would be nice to have some not too heavy on the icing). Look forward to our next visit.

Written 30 October 2024

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Mark W

4 contributions

Go here, you won't regret it

Dec 2022 • family

Go here. I have tried most of the places in Abergavenny and the cakes and coffee here are the best. Flat white is short and robust. Cakes are incredible, always a good choice and changing with the seasons, good portions. Cash only though which is a shame, need to keep the cash going. Beautiful garden to sit in during the growing months.

Written 20 December 2022

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David-Rochester-Kent

21 contributions

Great coffee...

Nov 2023 • couples

A nice (and dog-friendly) spot to grab a coffee and a great piece of cake. Clean and pleasant. Not a particularly warm welcome from the staff - no smile, limited interaction (unfortunately) but the coffee was excellent.

Written 11 November 2023

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CheeseBoy

Bristol42 contributions

Calm and chilled

Nov 2024 • family

Lovely coffee, lovely homemade cakes which is far better than most coffee shops with generic bought in cakes. Nice pleasant calm environment, easy going soft music, even our dog felt relaxed 😎

Written 15 November 2024

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LondonSouthLondon

South Wales97 contributions

An oasis of calm and a good caffeine shot

Aug 2024 • solo

Excellent coffe, amazing cake, and a truly woderful courtyard garden. Though there isn't gret deal of hustle and bustle in Abergavenny, the garden here is still an oasis of tranquility and a chance to really relax and take a break from it all.

Written 12 August 2024

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