Ground Espresso Bars — Restaurant in Northern Ireland

Lovely food lovely staff . Coffee and tea first-rate. Nicely positioned in a historic building next to the river. Was originally built to pump water to the town.

Only gets 3 stars this visit as the owner / higher manager was in inspecting.. while his wife / business partner spent the whole time coughing from one end of the cafe to the other . Someone running a food business should know if coughing or sneezing to mask up.. or stay away and not become complacent . Pretty basic stuff . Someone not familiar with how well it usually runs, might be put off returning .. Reputation is everything...

A group of friends and I met up to play some Magic: The Gathering and hangout. The four of us were there for a few hours, and everything we ordered tasted great. The staff were super nice and accommodating, and the place itself is gorgeous. We'll definitely be back!

Update: For a few months now myself and a few friends have met once a week at Ground, and have always had a great time. The sandwiches and toasties are delicious, the range of cakes and buns incredible, and the drinks to die for. I personally recommend the Mocha with a slice of Lemon...

Ground Espresso Portadown is situated in a prime location literally on the periphery of the town centre yet in a picturesque, peaceful spot right beside the River Bann. There is limited car parking onsite including parking for the disabled, with ramp access to the cafe. Good selection of food and tray bakes.... coffee is excellent and their barista staff obviously know what they are doing. Certainly worth a visit, particularly on a clear sunny morning. One can sit out on their patio which is a sun trap, catching rays from early morning well...