Perk Coffee + Doughnuts
A beloved Inverness cafe offering artisanal doughnuts, exceptional coffee, and tasty toasties with a cozy, Brooklyn-esque vibe.
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Perk Coffee + Doughnuts
Highlights
Must-see attractions
A beloved Inverness cafe offering artisanal doughnuts, exceptional coffee, and tasty toasties with a cozy, Brooklyn-esque vibe.
"This place exceeded my expectations! The best coffee I’ve had during my travels in Europe."
Visit Early for Best Selection
Arrive before lunch to ensure your favorite freshly baked goods and unique donut flavors are still available.
Ask for Recommendations
Friendly staff are happy to help guide your choices, even before you've had your morning coffee.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Cafe, Donut Shop, Cocktail Bar
Price
Mid-range
Address
36 Church St, Inverness, IV1 1EH, United Kingdom
Website
perkcafe.co.uk/Highlights
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Artisan Doughnuts
Indulge in a dazzling array of uniquely flavored, freshly baked doughnuts, with special vegan options available.
Exceptional Coffee
Experience coffee that rivals the best, with latte art and brews reminiscent of Australian coffee culture.
Cozy Atmosphere & Friendly Staff
Enjoy a charming, cozy vibe with outdoor seating and truly welcoming staff who offer helpful recommendations.
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from TikTok, Instagram & Reddit
Visit Early for Best Selection
Arrive before lunch to ensure your favorite freshly baked goods and unique donut flavors are still available.
Ask for Recommendations
Friendly staff are happy to help guide your choices, even before you've had your morning coffee.
Don't Miss Monthly Specials
Explore unique and surprising flavors offered as part of their ever-changing monthly specials.
Try the Toasties
Beyond donuts, their toasties are a must-try, featuring delicious fillings and perfectly heated.
Tips
from all over the internet
Visit Early for Best Selection
Arrive before lunch to ensure your favorite freshly baked goods and unique donut flavors are still available.
Ask for Recommendations
Friendly staff are happy to help guide your choices, even before you've had your morning coffee.
Don't Miss Monthly Specials
Explore unique and surprising flavors offered as part of their ever-changing monthly specials.
Try the Toasties
Beyond donuts, their toasties are a must-try, featuring delicious fillings and perfectly heated.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Perk Coffee + Doughnuts is widely praised for its exceptional coffee and inventive, delicious doughnuts, including vegan options. The cozy atmosphere and friendly staff enhance the overall experience, though some note that seating can be limited. It's considered a must-visit spot for locals and tourists alike, often selling out of popular items.
"Lovely little cafe! So good we came back the next day too! The hot chocolate and americano coffee were very good! We especially liked the chicken chorizo & spicy mayo with cheddar and rocket toastie. Very tasty! The donuts and croissants are also amazing with some vegan options too! Definitely a must stop when in Inverness."
Elise Cumiford
"Wow, this place exceeded my expectations!
I came here for breakfast on a Saturday morning around opening, and I was as surprised at how quiet it was. But that was good for me to find a spot to dine in.
I had a chicken and cheese pastry, flat white, and a mango custard doughnut. The pastry was served warmed and it was by far the best pastry of that type I have ever eaten! It was generously filled with chicken and the pastry was fresh. The doughnut was also soft and fluffy with a delicious custard.
The service was friendly, and helpful in making suggestions on what to get.
I highly recommend this place, and yes, like another reviewer mentioned, it definitely has Brooklyn, NYC vibes!"
Sana Ali
"I am from Melbourne Aus. Coffee is important in our city. We are coffee snobs.
This cafe has the best coffee I’ve had during my travels in Europe. I felt like I was back at home.
The food is also really good. Loved the granola and toasties. Did not get the chance to try the doughnuts but they were really popular and looked amazing.
Went here everyday during my stay and didn’t even consider trying other cafes 😂"
J Nicole
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Frequently Asked Questions
They are famous for their artisanal doughnuts with unique and experimental flavors, as well as their excellent coffee.
Yes, Perk Coffee + Doughnuts offers several delicious vegan doughnut options.
Visiting early in the day is recommended to ensure you get your first choice of freshly baked goods before they sell out.
Yes, there is some seating available, including outdoor seating, but it can be limited.
By night, the cafe transforms into an espresso martini bar, offering beautifully crafted cocktails.
They serve delicious toasties with various fillings and sandwiches.
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Start your day with coffee: The Milkbar, Perk Coffee & Doughnuts, and Grain & Grind are some of the best coffee shops in Inverness. For breakfast, head back to the Victorian Market where Bad Girl Bakers are ready to tempt you with some delicious baked goodies, toasties, and morning buns. This is what we did: we took it slow and because the weather was incredible, we strolled along the beautiful riverside and admired the handsome historic buildings that line both banks.
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When it comes to freshly made doughnuts and pastries, make sure to check out Perk Coffee + Doughnuts. Their experimental flavours have kept customers coming back for more with its everchanging menu. Expect highlights including the Slim Shady, a milk chocolate ganache covered doughnut, topped with crushed M&Ms and white chocolate drizzle or The Fluffernutter, a vegan doughnut made with marshmallow fluff, topped with peanut butter cream and roasted peanuts.
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A recent addition to Inverness's bakery scene, Perk Coffee & Doughnuts is run by Nicole and her team and offers a delectable range of doughnuts with an evolving menu and flavours that are often surprising and always insanely good. One of our favourites was the Bee'hive yourself!. 🐝White chocolate ganache, handmade honeycomb crumble and caramel drizzle.
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Perk Coffee and Doughnuts has considerably grown in popularity since its inception, which is no surprise given how incredible its doughnuts are. Not only are they visually appealing, but they taste the part too. Expect everything from Biscoff and Oreo-filled varieties to crème brulee, lemon and sugar, and classic sugar flavours.
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The fabulous vegan cheese by Left Coast Culture that we enjoyed on the pizzas at Black Isle Bar (above) is also featured on the menu at Perk Coffee. We really enjoyed the mozzarella, sun-dried tomatoes, rocket & pesto toasty and the hummus, beetroot, avocado and rocket sandwich on our visit. Both we good value and tasted great.
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> PERK – now an Inverness institution thanks to their famous doughnuts, this cute café serves toasties, barista coffee and outrageously good doughnuts by day (specials change every month), and beautifully crafted cocktails by night. Biscoff espresso martini, anyone?
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Perk Coffee and Doughnuts is a café by day and an espresso martini bar by night. They create expert coffees and beautifully hand-crafted doughnuts and pastries right in the heart of Inverness. They are famous for their gorgeous doughnuts with lots of vegan options.
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