I established Charlie's Coffee & Company over a decade ago; inspired by years of working in cafes & immersing myself in cafe-culture around the UK, I wanted to bring great coffee to the people of Hertfordshire. I serve speciality coffee & morning cheer to the early risers at St Albans station from the back of a 3-wheeled van.

My coffee is roasted by Has Bean, I use milk sourced from a family run dairy farm & pastries are freshly baked in St Albans. My coffee shop is on London Road, 5 minutes wander from the city centre & the station, opposite the wonderful Odyssey cinema, next to Gabriel Square & a few doors along from the amazing Beer Shop.

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Angela Giraldo Ramirez

Jan 21, 2022

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I use to go to this small cafe during my lunch break as I’m working from home, the coffee and the hot chocolate are really nice! Personally for me the coffee is a little bit strong but I like to put sugar on it. Staff is really friendly and always giving conversation when you’re waiting for your coffee.

Lauren Davies

Dec 12, 2021

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Always the best coffee at Charlie's whether it be the shop or the van, staff are always an absolute please.

Basilian

Sep 29, 2021

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Had a great coffee and the selection of sweet things were very tempting. Few more savouries would be great. Served by a polite and smiley server, didn’t catch her name but had a lovely Irish accent.

Charles Glass

Sep 17, 2021

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One of the highest rated coffee spots in St. Albans did not disappoint! Staff after super friendly. Limited outdoor seating. Sandwiches are great too!

Julie Parker

Mar 05, 2020

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Friendly cheerful owner and staff and lovely monthly cocktails; especially the Espresso Martini! 🍸

Brenda Coyle

Dec 07, 2019

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Loved this little cafe, coffee was great. I had a Cortado and my partner a flat white. Staff were friendly. No toilets, but you can pop next door if you are a customer which is great. Outside seating too. Thanks guys we will certainly visit again on our next visit to St Albans.

Sally Sharp

May 07, 2019

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First time visiting. Made me my own off menu sandwich !
Great service . Thank you 😀

Caroline Colton

Mar 31, 2019

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It’s a St Albans Institution for real coffee lovers. The coffee shop is small but perfect with every little… detail carefully thought about. Even the babycinnos for kids are cared for with gorgeous little cups. It’s a passion not just a business.

Rayan Bannai

Sep 20, 2018

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Awesome little place couple minutes from the Station! Attention to detail of the place is incredible. Great coffee that is sourced selectively and sustainably. Staff are so friendly 😁 The once a month Coffee-inspired Cocktails Night is AMAZING! Live in London and it’s always a reason to go St Albans!

Natalie Dean

Jan 03, 2018

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Amazing coffee and wonderful humans serving it! If you visit this town go here for coffee x

Amy Lam

Dec 16, 2017

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Favourite coffee place and barista in the UK hands down. Try it for yourself.
Charlie serves coffee at the station weekday mornings 6:30-9/9:30am and in the shop Tuesdays - Saturdays. Check the website / FB for shop opening times.
The food is also exceptional and locally sourced yumminess.

Jack Azul

Sep 19, 2017

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Look no further for coffee that is actually done right and worth every penny! Wonderful staff!