Best breakfast spots in Cardiff

Not being known for its café scene perhaps as well as nearby cities such as Bristol, Cardiff is actually host to many great café spots, offering delicious breakfast options. Perfect for after a night at YOLO, these breakfast spots in Cardiff offer the very best of Cardiff morning cuisine. Follow this curated list for unique breakfast spots, from Turkish breakfasts to Danish pastries.

Social Eats

Our first choice, Social Eats is a fan favourite among Cathays dwellers. Offering excellent speciality coffee, homemade bakes and a variety of bagels, and sandwiches as well as a cooked menu. A particular favourite of mine is the stuffing, cranberry sauce and rocket bagel from the seasonal menu. You can choose your favourite breakfast option here. This local café is well-loved by Cardiff Uni students and is a must-visit while studying here. 

Blossom Café

Blossom Cafe is a favourite in Roath, offering yummy options of classic options like beans on toast, to a delicious shared Turkish breakfast. Dubbed a ‘dreamlike cafe where roses are always in bloom’ this is a great option to relax and chat for hours with friends over a shared Turkish breakfast. There is a variety of fresh bagels, pastries and a brunch and lunch menu, with an option for afternoon tea. Being always greeted with a friendly smile, Bloom Café always offers a wonderful environment and is a great local café to support. 

AJ’s Coffee House

Specialising in their welsh cakes, AJ Coffee House is a great place to enjoy the local delight with a coffee. With occasional music events, this much-loved local hub is the perfect local breakfast spot, with occasional music events to see the best of what Cardiff has to offer. You can find out more on their website.  

The Plan

Being located in Morgan Arcade, The Plan is the perfect breakfast spot for hosting visiting family or boosting your energy before a shopping session. The Plan have a tasty menu of local breakfast and lunch options in a comfortable, cosy setting, It’s definitely worth a visit while in town. 

Stag Coffee

Based on Crwys Road, Stag Coffee is perfectly located for students. Along with great coffee and cake deals and a delicious local menu, there is nothing not to like. Seeking “quality, truth and accountability in coffee and delicious food”, Stag Coffee is an excellent breakfast spot to support a local business and learn about their aims. 

Brød – The Danish Bakery
A Danish and coffee is an ideal quick breakfast treat before a day at uni. This makes Brød a great breakfast spot, with lots of tasty Danish pastries options to offer. Being a “little taste of Denmark, in the heart of Cardiff”, Brød is a must-visit breakfast spot while living in the city.

There are so many great breakfast options across Cardiff, these suggestions give you an insight into the delicious options available in local and global breakfast cuisines. Taking you across different areas of Cardiff to support local businesses and explore new areas of the city while studying in Cardiff.