After a big night out, there’s little I crave more than a strong cup of top-notch coffee, so this weekend I found myself seeking out the best brew in downtown Birmingham – and no cafe came more recommended than the 6/8 Kafe in Temple Row.
An independent coffee-house of some repute, 6/8 is situated next to a small park housing St Philip’s cathedral, a diminutive affair which can claim to be the third smallest cathedral in England.
Inside was neat, modern and tidy, with the wooden counter showing off a tasty selection of freshly prepared rolls, snacks and cakes on offer.
I went for a mature cheese roll and it was delicious.
The enthusiastic owner explained that the shop uses beans supplied by Has Bean, a Stafford-based roastery, and the coffee was, as expected, very good indeed (although perhaps not with as much kick as I’d prefer).
Open for just over a year, the 6/8 hosts a rotating gallery showing off the work of local artists, as well as hosting one-off events.
With its friendly staff, great snacks and good coffee, this is certainly a cafe I’ll return to next time I’m up in Brum. Recommended!
Info:
Six Eight Kafé
6/8 Temple Row,
Birmingham,
B2 5HG
Phone: 0121 488 8089
Monday-Friday: 07:30-18:00
Saturday: 10:00-17:00
Sunday: 10:30-16:30
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I seriously love the chairs they used outside
Great café. Went to what could have been the world’s worst comedy night there.