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Unit 1a Oxford Rd0.1 mi from Reading centrelast reviewed October 2026

A roomy Oxford Road spot with a regular of over a year who rates the coffee among the best in Reading, and says it's worth the wait when it gets busy.

The Oxford Road counter Reading regulars queue for, no roaster required.

3.7★★★½(32)
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What we love

  • •Regulars rank the coffee among the best in Reading
  • •Worth the wait when the queue builds
  • •Roomy seating on Oxford Road, a short walk from the town centre

Location

Unit 1a Oxford Rd, Reading RG1 7QE, UK

0.1 mi from Reading centre

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