# Specialty Coffee, Nottingham — Reviews & Opening Hours

> Rated 4.6/5 from 926 Google reviews. Laid-back spot for java drinks with savory cafe eats (some vegan) & baked goods for daytime dining.

Source: https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/restaurants/specialty-coffee (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version.

Coffee Shop 🐾 Dogs Welcome

# Specialty Coffee

50 Friar Lane, Nottingham

[View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=12770786863296639574&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Photo: [Keith Parkins](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/105564708929981474299)

**In short:** Specialty Coffee is a coffee shop in Nottingham, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 926 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating and dogs welcome.

Details checked 5 September 2026 · source: Google Places

Laid-back spot for java drinks with savory cafe eats (some vegan) & baked goods for daytime dining. Summary via Google

## About Specialty Coffee

Specialty Coffee sits on Friar Lane and operates as a daytime café serving coffee alongside savoury food, baked goods and some vegan options. The kitchen prepares dishes including Turkish eggs and French toast.

Children and dogs are welcome. The venue holds a Food Hygiene Rating of 5 out of 5.

## Menu & facilities

For the current menu and prices, see [Specialty Coffee's own website](https://www.facebook.com/thespecialtycoffeeshop?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu).

## Opening hours

**Monday** 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

**Tuesday** 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

**Wednesday** 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

**Thursday** 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

**Friday** 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

**Saturday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

**Sunday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

## What's nearby

- Kitty Café next door
- Anglo Skills College next door
- Travelodge Nottingham Central next door
- Forbidden Planet next door
- Robin Hood Statue 200m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

Diners like this cafe's delicious coffee and a wide variety of food options, including popular items like Turkish eggs and French toast. They also highlight the cozy and inviting atmosphere, along with the friendly and professional staff.

Summary via Google

## At a glance

**Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (926 reviews)

**Dogs allowed** Yes

**Good for children** Yes

**Booking required** No

**Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good

**Destination** Nottingham

Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1875929).

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★ 4.6 (926 reviews)

Typical price range (Google)

£1 – £10

[Visit official website](https://www.facebook.com/thespecialtycoffeeshop?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant)

### Quick Facts

**Destination** Nottingham

**Plus Code** 9C4WXR2X+Q2

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## Quick answers

### What are the opening hours of Specialty Coffee?

Specialty Coffee is open Mon–Fri 8am–5pm; Sat 9am–5pm; Sun 9am–4pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

### Is Specialty Coffee any good?

Specialty Coffee is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 926 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5.

### Is Specialty Coffee dog-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at Specialty Coffee.

### Is Specialty Coffee good for children?

Yes, Specialty Coffee is listed as good for children.

### Can you book a table at Specialty Coffee?

Specialty Coffee does not take reservations, so it is walk-in only.

## More near Specialty Coffee

### Hotels & B&Bs nearby

- [Travelodge Nottingham Central ★ 3.7 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/hotels/travelodge-nottingham-central)
- [Britannia Nottingham Hotel ★ 2.9 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/hotels/britannia-nottingham-hotel)
- [St James Hotel ★ 4.1 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/hotels/st-james-hotel)
- [Park Plaza Nottingham ★ 4.2 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/hotels/park-plaza-nottingham)

### Holiday cottages nearby

- [Castle House next door](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/cottages/castle-house-ukc6449)
- [Fox Hollow next door](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/cottages/fox-hollow-ukc7454)
- [St Peters Apartment 1.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/cottages/st-peters-apartment-uk41274)
- [Davies House 2.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/rushcliffe/cottages/davies-house-uk50913)

### Campsites nearby

- [Manor House Caravan Park ★ 4.3 · 1.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/nottinghamshire/camping/manor-house-caravan-park)
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- [Copper Fox Camping ★ 4.0 · 3.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/camping/copper-fox-camping)

### Things to do nearby

- [Kitty Cafe Nottingham ★ 4.1 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/attractions/kitty-cafe-nottingham)
- [Break Escape Nottingham ★ 5.0 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/attractions/break-escape-nottingham)
- [The Original Nottingham Ghost Walk ★ 4.6 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/nottingham/attractions/the-original-nottingham-ghost-walk)
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