Colonna & Small's — Restaurant in Bath

My review is for the espresso and filter coffee. I also purchased some beans after tasting the quality of the drinks.

I think “Best Coffee in Bath” kinda undersells how good this place is. I’ve chased my hobby around the world and sought out specialty cafes, and this place is one of the best I’ve tried in recent memory.

When you become consumed by the rabbit-hole of making coffee at home, you can often leave cafes thinking “no one cares about my cup being good as much as I do”, but I’m happy to have been proved wrong in this case. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable and answered all my curiosity in an unpretentious and helpful manner.

Firstly the filter coffee, I ordered a Gesha on the basis of having read many good things about this place. I was not disappointed! The florality was really present and the tea like quality of the coffee was balanced by the excellent body - which is a trademark of this coffee.

When you pay what you pay for a drink like this it’s really nice to experience it prepared correctly.

It’s also important to note that they care about the water here, with their own RO system and re-mineralization recipe. So you can rest assured the best will be brought out of the coffee.

The espresso was a natural Ethiopian. Something that’s pretty hard to extract well and generally leaves me underwhelmed when I order it. This was an exception, it was sweet and rich - it was really delicious.

Overall I couldn’t recommend Colonna more! I also picked up a pretty rare coffee to try which I’m...

I came to Bath recently, for the first time, on a mini little break before starting at the University part time. I did my research before travelling, and read so many reviews saying Colonna and Smalls did the best carrot cake. With carrot cake being my favourite case, I had to see if the reviews were true. I popped by on a Sunday later afternoon. The atmosphere was light and airy, and it was busy enough to give a calm and welcoming atmosphere without being overwhelming. I order the carrot cake and was asked to take a seat, where the carrot cake was bought to me (a lovely touch I was not expecting). The cake itself did not look like anything special but my oh my - the reviews are absolutely right. This is the best carrot cake I have ever had in my life. The sponge is incredibly moist and has the perfect level of spice one would want from a carrot cake. The frosting is as smooth as velvet and has that gorgeous cream cheese tang with a great balance of sweetness. I cannot stop thinking about how great this cake was and its been over a week since I went! I am a big fan of raisins in my carrot cake, which this did not have, but honestly it did not need them to add any moisture or texture. The people working in the cafe were lovely and welcoming. The only thing I would say is that I do not think I could sit in there for too long due to all the seating (as far as I can remember!) being hard wood. Nevertheless, I will most definitely be back for the carrot cake, even if the...

I recently visited this café in Bath and was thoroughly impressed by both the quality of the coffee and the delicious cakes on offer.

Coffee: We ordered the Inzi Colombia Coffee and Ruby Coffee, and both were exceptional. The richness and depth of flavor in each cup were something you shouldn’t miss if you find yourself in Bath. Whether you’re a coffee connoisseur or just someone looking for a great cup, this place is absolutely worth a visit.

Cakes: We tried the Carrot Cake and the Orange and Blueberry Cake. The Carrot Cake was, without a doubt, one of the best I’ve had in the UK. The sweetness was perfectly balanced, and you could truly taste the carrot in a soft, spongy texture that wasn’t overly sweet or heavy—just right. As for the Orange and Blueberry Cake, it was also delightful, with a fresh, zesty flavor that complemented the coffee well.

Atmosphere: The café had a cozy, welcoming vibe, but I do think adding some background music like deep house or jazz would enhance the overall experience. It would create a more relaxed ambiance and elevate the already great atmosphere, making it an even more enjoyable place to unwind.

If you’re in Bath, don’t miss the chance to visit this café. Amazing coffee and cakes, with just a tiny suggestion for improvement on...