Uncommon Grounds Coffee & Tea

This independent coffee shop was delightful. The flat white incredibly smooth with a thick espresso crema and a rich aftertaste - nicely balanced with the foamed milk. I had this accompanied with a sticky bun which had a cinnamon and mild orange infusion-like taste. The decor is unique, with a vintage theme and clean cut design.

Good quality coffee, expertly made, with some delicious food options too. If you want to read be that work, or leisure then you might like to take a seat in the covered arcades or in a window, as it can be a little dark inside. I will always have a soft spot for Uncommon Grounds, as they were the first stop for a very tired me when first visiting Cardiff, and they were very welcoming! Do note that they politely ask you not to be a "laptop squatter", as too many folks have abused this cafe for this in the past. They have rightly implemented a flexible 1 hour rule - longer if you are considerate and top up your drink and/or get some food.

Wonderful coffee shop. Incredible coffee - easily the best in Cardiff! Small but perfectly formed food menu. Plenty of delicious cakes to choose from. Comfy sofas, tables, work spaces, bar stools - take your pick. You can't go wrong here.Food: 5/5

Great place and location. it is a common ground for people to meet usually crowded but most of them working on their laptops. Flight white has inconsistent quality of foaming and extra hot and a bit watery. The taste was good sometimes, mostly chocolate and caramel but one time I had an apple like acidity which was not expected.the brownies and chocolate muffin are delicious. The loyalty card is an added value as well Overall: recommended

Super fab place to grab an excellent coffee. Lovely location where there is plenty to do, so this is a great stop off point. Atmosphere is fab also. Enjoy .

Relaxing atmosphere and lovely staff. Pancakes were to die for and only £6.50! That and a coffee cost me less than £10. Will definitely be returning :

First off, excellent coffee! Nice place in the arcade so sitting inside or out you are not going to experience the Cardiff weather.

25/11/22: Usk & Cardiff Weekend I had a coffee mocha, but it was made with a soya/coconut blend as there was no coconut milk. A friend had a double espresso. My coffee mocha was a lovely flavour, but not very hot. My friends double espresso was very bitter tasting. Brown sugar was added but still not very good. Uncommon Ground is an independent, family owned and operated, speciality coffee bar situated in Cardiff’s historical Royal Arcade. We are two local brothers, Paul and Ian Hayman, who have devoted our passion for coffee into roasting and serving the finest, freshest, and expertly prepared coffee to the people of Cardiff.

Cool little stop for coffee. Great decor and vibe, not too busy when I was there. Coffee was great. Not tried the food yet but I've seen and heard very good things!

Great coffee in a nice and cosy atmosphere. Lots of chairs/sofas so you can relax and have a nice coffee... I also had a burrito and it was really good.Food: 5/5