Roots Cafe
The cup
Vegetarian cafe opened in 2025 by River and Rebecca at 1 Crown Avenue, the address formerly home to Velocity Cafe and Bicycle Workshop. A plant-forward daytime kitchen serving breakfasts and lunches alongside specialty coffee.
Brew methods
The cake cabinet
Coffee & cake
Cake and bakes on the counter. Signature items not listed yet.
Good to know
Roots Cafe: coffee and cake, answered
What coffee roaster does Roots Cafe use?
The roaster behind the bar at Roots Cafe is not confirmed on Crumb & Crema yet. If you run it, you can add it free so visitors know the bean before they go.
What espresso machine does Roots Cafe use?
Roots 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 Roots Cafe independent?
Yes. Roots Cafe is an independent, owner-run cafe. Crumb & Crema lists independents first, with chains off by default.
Does Roots Cafe have cake?
Yes. Roots Cafe serves coffee and cake.
On the Inverness trail
Roots Cafe is one stop. See every independent we hold in Inverness.