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The Nest Coffee HouseSouthampton

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London Rd0.1 mi from Southampton centrelast reviewed July 2026

Staff here settle scores in blind latte-art competitions and pull naked-portafilter shots with real technique, no small thing on a menu otherwise built around doughnuts. Order the Greek Freddo Espresso and bring your own cup for the discount.

The Southampton counter where naked-portafilter technique outshines the doughnut-led menu.

4.6★★★★½(304)
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What we love

  • Naked-portafilter extraction technique, visible in the cafe's own IG reels
  • Staff run blind latte-art competitions between themselves
  • Greek Freddo Espresso on the menu, not just an espresso and go
  • Bring-your-own-cup discount

Location

21 London Rd, Southampton SO15 2AD, UK

0.1 mi from Southampton centre

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