Independent

Book-ish Cafe

◷ Crickhowell, Wales · ££ · Independent
Ratings refresh from Google Places

What's behind the bar

Roaster
Black Mountain Roast
Espresso machine
Not yet confirmed
Grinder
Not yet confirmed
Milk
Not yet confirmed

Roaster, machine and grinder details last verified June 2026.

The cup

Cafe within the award-winning independent Book-ish bookshop on the High Street, serving locally roasted coffee from Black Mountain Roast in Hay-on-Wye. It offers homemade cakes including gluten-free and vegan options, plus salads and light lunches, and is dog-friendly with free wi-fi.

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

◳ Laptop-friendly◌ Dog-friendly❀ Vegan options⊘ Gluten-free options

Book-ish Cafe: coffee and cake, answered

What coffee roaster does Book-ish Cafe use?

Book-ish Cafe pours Black Mountain Roast.

What espresso machine does Book-ish Cafe use?

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

Is Book-ish Cafe independent?

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

Does Book-ish Cafe have cake?

Yes. Book-ish Cafe serves coffee and cake.

On the Crickhowell trail

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