The Craftsman Café & Bar
A vibrant cafe and bar renowned for its impressive craft beer selection, cozy ambiance, and exceptionally friendly staff.
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The Craftsman Café & Bar
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Must-see attractions
A vibrant cafe and bar renowned for its impressive craft beer selection, cozy ambiance, and exceptionally friendly staff.
"The Craftsman is officially our favourite place in Warwick!"
Off-Peak Visits Recommended
Visit during off-peak hours for a quieter experience with ample seating.
Try the Charcoal Latte
Don't miss the unique Charcoal Latte for a distinctive beverage experience.
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Cuisine
Cafe, Bar, Pub
Price
Mid-range
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Extensive Craft Beer Selection
Explore a vast array of craft beers, from unique local brews to international favorites, all at great prices.
Cozy & Welcoming Atmosphere
A perfect blend of cozy charm and sleek design, ideal for work, drinks with friends, or a relaxed evening.
Delicious Sweet Treats
Indulge in tempting sweet treats that are perfect accompaniments to their high-quality coffee.
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Off-Peak Visits Recommended
Visit during off-peak hours for a quieter experience with ample seating.
Try the Charcoal Latte
Don't miss the unique Charcoal Latte for a distinctive beverage experience.
Free WiFi Available
Utilize the free WiFi for work or browsing while enjoying your visit.
Ask for Beer Recommendations
Consult the knowledgeable staff for craft beer recommendations.
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Off-Peak Visits Recommended
Visit during off-peak hours for a quieter experience with ample seating.
Try the Charcoal Latte
Don't miss the unique Charcoal Latte for a distinctive beverage experience.
Free WiFi Available
Utilize the free WiFi for work or browsing while enjoying your visit.
Ask for Beer Recommendations
Consult the knowledgeable staff for craft beer recommendations.
Dog-Friendly Environment
This establishment welcomes well-behaved dogs, even offering a dog menu.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
The Craftsman Café & Bar is highly praised for its exceptionally friendly and attentive staff, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere that makes patrons feel like royalty. Diners love the extensive craft beer selection and the cozy ambiance, perfect for various occasions. While the coffee and sweet treats receive high marks, some feedback suggests potential for food menu improvements, though offerings like loaded naans and burgers are generally well-received.
"We sat outside the front of the cafe/bar it was a lovely day. We had the spiced avocado on toasted sourdough.It was presented well and delicious plus we had coffee. again really nice coffee. I do like a decent coffee. The whole experience was lovely. Chris was helpful and attentive. Made sure we had all we needed and suggested going in the evening for the craft beers. The place had a nice chilled atmosphere. I would definitely recommend."
Jeanette Delray
"Whether you like a hot or cold drink it's somewhere you should visit. There is an excellent selection of ales on tap and even more unique cans and bottles in the fridges.
The Craftsman perfectly blends cozy charm with a sleek, contemporary feel. The atmosphere is warm and inviting for whatever the occasion."
Ian
"Great service from the gents working front of house. Lovely hot coffee and delicious food. We stopped in for a laye breakfast and cannot recommend highly enough.
While they did not have special allergen menus, they were very helpful when ordering Gluten free options and knowledgeable about their menu items.
Would love to visit again and try out their extensive bat selection!"
Georgina Parker
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, The Craftsman is very dog-friendly and even offers a special menu for dogs.
They offer an extensive and impressive selection of craft beers, including unique brews, at reasonable prices.
Absolutely! The Craftsman provides a quiet atmosphere during the day and offers free WiFi, making it suitable for work or study.
They serve a variety of food including paninis, burgers, Sunday roast, halloumi fries, and loaded naans.
They serve high-quality coffee, with customers particularly enjoying the latte art.
Yes, they have an extensive wine list and also serve tea and coffee.
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The Craftsman is cool spot for lunch on Smith Street with a massive range of craft beers, spirits, wine and fizz as well as tea and coffee. We went for their signature street food dish of open loaded naans. Chicken tikka for me with tzatziki, lime, coriander, fried onions, fresh chillies & homemade salsa and beef kofta for him.
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