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Hatter House CafeOld City, Bristol

★EverydayThe everyday answer

Clare St0.1 mi from Old City centrelast reviewed May 2026

Come for the za'atar croissant and a Spanish latte in a room that earns its regulars. Food runs the show; coffee keeps up.

The za'atar croissant and Spanish latte cafe Old City quietly relies on.

4.5★★★★½(604)
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What we love

  • •Spanish latte on the menu and worth ordering
  • •Matcha variations including hot matcha with caramel
  • •Za'atar croissants and food-forward baking
  • •Independently run, no chain affiliation
  • •A room people have been coming back to since 2018

Location

9 Clare St, Bristol BS1 1XH, UK

0.1 mi from Old City centre

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