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Uncommon Ground Coffee Roastery

◷ Royal Arcade, city centre, Cardiff, Wales · ££ · Roasts in-house
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What's behind the bar

Roaster
Roasts in-house
In-house
Espresso machine
La Spaziale S5
Grinder
Not yet confirmed
Milk
Not yet confirmed

Roaster, machine and grinder details last verified June 2026.

The cup

Family-run coffee bar opened 2015 by brothers Paul and Ian Hayman, with its own roastery just outside the city centre. Roasts its own coffee.

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

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Uncommon Ground Coffee Roastery: coffee and cake, answered

What coffee does Uncommon Ground Coffee Roastery use?

Uncommon Ground Coffee Roastery roasts its own coffee in house.

What espresso machine does Uncommon Ground Coffee Roastery use?

Uncommon Ground Coffee Roastery pulls shots on a La Spaziale S5.

Is Uncommon Ground Coffee Roastery independent?

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

Does Uncommon Ground Coffee Roastery have cake?

Yes. Uncommon Ground Coffee Roastery serves coffee and cake.

On the Cardiff trail

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