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St John's Rd0.7 mi from Tunbridge Wells centrelast reviewed June 2026

A neighbourhood anchor on St John's Road where the record shop, eclectic decor, and an actual cave keep you well past the bottom of your cup.

The Tunbridge Wells corner where the record shop and cave pull their weight alongside the espresso.

4.8★★★★½(245)
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What we love

  • Dedicated coffee shop, not food-led; espresso is the purpose, not an afterthought to a lunch menu
  • Record shop on-site, browsable while you wait
  • An actual cave somewhere in the venue; the detail that makes people come back to check
  • Regular evening events, including Thai food nights; the community-social identity is the point

Location

79 St John's Rd, Royal Tunbridge Wells, Tunbridge Wells TN4 9TU, UK

0.7 mi from Tunbridge Wells centre

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