Coffee shops in Cambridge
Whether you live in Cambridge or are passing through, a great coffee shop can make the day. The map lists 12 coffee shops — here are the ones worth knowing. When in doubt, call ahead. Cambridge spots tend to keep their own hours.
Coffee shops in Cambridge
Every cafe below is a real, named listing — no anonymous pins. Sorted by review count so the local favorites land first.
Place data, ratings and reviews by Google. Powered by Google.
Getting good coffee in Cambridge
- The highest-rated independent shops in Cambridge tend to roast their own beans or buy from a named local roaster — ask the barista what is on the grinder.
- Morning rush is real everywhere. If you are working from a cafe in Cambridge, the sweet spot is usually 9:30 to 11:30, after the commuter wave.
- Ratings below 4.0 with hundreds of reviews usually mean inconsistent drinks, not bad ones — worth a try if it is on your route.
About Cambridge
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, the United Kingdom (coordinates 52.21, 0.11, Dayfari covers about 40 km around the centre).
Listings for Cambridge come from Google Places, refreshed regularly. Small towns change fast: if a place has shut or moved, the listing may lag behind.
More coffee shops nearby
Worth a short drive from Cambridge: nearby towns with their own coffee shops guides:
- Coffee shops in Bedford (40 km away)
- Coffee shops in Luton (51 km away)
- Coffee shops in St Albans (59 km away)
- Coffee shops in Chelmsford (59 km away)
- Coffee shops in Milton Keynes (62 km away)
- Coffee shops in Colchester (65 km away)
Common questions
Where do these Cambridge coffee listings come from?
Google Places listings for Cambridge, with ratings, review counts and addresses. Dayfari does not sell placements — the order below follows review counts, not advertisers.
How current is this Cambridge coffee guide?
Dayfari re-pulls listings regularly, but cafes open, close and change hands fast. If a shop matters to your plans, check its hours before you go.
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