Independent

Block

◷ Town Centre, Barnstaple, England · ££ · Independent
Ratings refresh from Google Places

What's behind the bar

Roaster
Clifton Coffee Roasters
Espresso machine
Not yet confirmed
Grinder
Not yet confirmed
Milk
Not yet confirmed

Roaster, machine and grinder details last verified June 2026.

The cup

Independent brunch and lunch restaurant on Butchers Row that also serves coffee and cakes. Coffee is sourced from Clifton Coffee Roasters in Bristol.

Brew methods

Espresso Batch brewV60 / pour-overAeroPressCold brewProper decaf

The cake cabinet

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Coffee & cake

Cake and bakes on the counter. Signature items not listed yet.

Good to know

✎ Takes bookings❀ Vegan options⊘ Gluten-free options

Block: coffee and cake, answered

What coffee roaster does Block use?

Block pours Clifton Coffee Roasters.

What espresso machine does Block use?

Block has not had its espresso machine confirmed on Crumb & Crema yet. We list the machine and grinder for every cafe that tells us.

Is Block independent?

Yes. Block is an independent, owner-run cafe. Crumb & Crema lists independents first, with chains off by default.

Does Block have cake?

Yes. Block serves coffee and cake.

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