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Bottega Montalbano Cafe & Ice Cream ParlourTenterden

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Highbury Ln0.2 mi from Tenterden centrelast reviewed June 2026

Italian product throughout, espresso included. Order it short and it arrives strong and properly crema'd, in the tradition this kind of room is built around.

A Tenterden Italian deli where espresso is the one thing they won't compromise on.

4.8★★★★½(197)
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What we love

  • All-Italian supply chain, food and coffee sourced together
  • Espresso comes strong, rich, and crema-forward, ordered by regulars in cultural terms
  • Pastries, cakes, and ice cream are the main draw
  • Deli-cafe format: coffee alongside Italian produce, not as an afterthought

Location

3 Highbury Ln, Tenterden TN30 6LE, UK

0.2 mi from Tenterden centre

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