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-15 Golden Cross0.0 mi from Oxford centrelast reviewed April 2026

Ask what's on and you get a breakdown by origin and flavour profile, not a shrug. A genuinely coffee-literate counter in central Oxford, even if most of the room came for the cakes.

Ruby talks origins to a room that mostly came for the cakes.

4.6★★★★½(294)
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What we love

  • Seasonal blend built from named origins: Brazilian base for chocolate and caramel, Ethiopian for brightness
  • Barista recommends other independent roasters and cafes in the city, unprompted
  • Latte consistently praised across multiple visits

Location

14-15 Golden Cross, Oxford OX1 3EU, UK

0.0 mi from Oxford centre

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