Kings Heath runs on solid independents rather than specialty flagships. Pause. and Early Bird Bakery lead the way, with the latter pouring Hundred House Coffee alongside some seriously good pastries.
Good if you're nearby
King's Heath's dependable independent, where the cappuccino is smooth, rich and consistently well-made. Pairs naturally with the brunch menu if you're settling in for a while.
A calm neighbourhood spot in Kings Heath where the espresso drinks punch above their postcode. Pull up a chair; the cappuccino alone is worth the detour.
A genuinely cosy spot in Kings Heath where the espresso has some real origin character behind it. Good enough to warrant a detour if you're in the neighbourhood.
The pastries are the headline act, but the coffee is supplied by Hundred House Coffee, one of the UK's better regional roasters. A solid neighbourhood spot for both.
Kings Heath's go-to for coffee done properly, with in-house pastries that are worth the trip on their own. The staff know what they're talking about and it shows in the cup.