Independent

Riptide Espresso & Records

◷ Poole High Street, Poole, England · ££ · Independent
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What's behind the bar

Roaster
Carve 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 specialty coffee shop and record store on Poole High Street near the quay. The coffee is roasted by Carve Coffee Roasters in Swanage, who make a seasonal house blend exclusively for Riptide, and the bakes are bought in from local makers.

Brew methods

EspressoBatch brew V60 / 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

◌ Dog-friendly☀ Outdoor seating⬡ Sells beans to take home❀ Vegan options

Riptide Espresso & Records: coffee and cake, answered

What coffee roaster does Riptide Espresso & Records use?

Riptide Espresso & Records pours Carve Coffee Roasters.

What espresso machine does Riptide Espresso & Records use?

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

Is Riptide Espresso & Records independent?

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

Does Riptide Espresso & Records have cake?

Yes. Riptide Espresso & Records serves coffee and cake.

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