# Coffee Barker/Barker Rum & Fizz, Cardiff — Reviews & Opening Hours > Rated 4.3/5 from 951 Google reviews. Down-to-earth, brick-clad cafe serving coffee drinks & milkshakes plus breakfast & lunch fare. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/cardiff/restaurants/coffee-barker-barker-rum-fizz (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Coffee Shop 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Coffee Barker/Barker Rum & Fizz Cathays, Cardiff [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=8326322679958967966&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Coffee Barker](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/111176469818783320852) **In short:** Coffee Barker/Barker Rum & Fizz is a coffee shop in Cardiff, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 951 Google reviews, with a 3/5 food hygiene rating and dogs welcome. Details checked 7 October 2026 · source: Google Places Down-to-earth, brick-clad cafe serving coffee drinks & milkshakes plus breakfast & lunch fare. Summary via Google ## About Coffee Barker/Barker Rum & Fizz Coffee Barker occupies a brick-clad space in Castle Arcade and serves coffee drinks, milkshakes, breakfast and lunch. The menu includes sandwiches and egg dishes. Dogs are welcome, and the venue accommodates groups. The food hygiene rating is 3 out of 5. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Coffee Barker/Barker Rum & Fizz's own website](https://www.coffeebarker.com/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM **Tuesday** 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM **Wednesday** 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM **Thursday** 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM **Friday** 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM **Saturday** 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM ## What's nearby - Castle Quarter Arcades next door - Corner Coffee next door - Fabulous Welshcakes next door - Cardiff Castle 200m away - Principality Stadium 300m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google People say this cafe offers delicious coffee and a wide variety of breakfast and brunch options, including hearty "doorstep sandwiches" and eggs royale. They also highlight the cozy, quirky atmosphere and the friendly, attentive staff. Some reviews mention the service can be slow. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.3 / 5 (951 reviews) **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 3 out of 5 – Generally satisfactory **Destination** Cardiff Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/970625). [More restaurants in Cardiff](https://staycation.co.uk/cardiff/restaurants) ★ 4.3 (951 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £10 – £20 [Visit official website](https://www.coffeebarker.com/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Cardiff **Plus Code** 9C3RFRJ9+5P ### 🏨 Places to stay near Cardiff Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DCardiff%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/cardiff/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/cardiff/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Coffee Barker/Barker Rum & Fizz? Coffee Barker/Barker Rum & Fizz is open Mon–Fri 8:30am–4pm; Sat 8:30am–5:30pm; Sun 10am–4:30pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Coffee Barker/Barker Rum & Fizz any good? Coffee Barker/Barker Rum & Fizz is rated 4.3 out of 5 from 951 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 3 out of 5. ### Is Coffee Barker/Barker Rum & Fizz dog-friendly? 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