Ori Caffe

Walk down Broad Street towards the town centre and you'll spot Ori Caffe tucked into that stretch where the real Reading cafe culture actually happens. It's the kind of place where regulars have their order sorted before they reach the counter, and you'll genuinely want to linger over a flat white instead of rushing off. The Italian owners know their coffee properly—this isn't about latte art for Instagram, it's about getting the fundamentals right. Whether you're after a quick espresso or settling in with a pastry, there's a proper neighbourhood cafe vibe that feels worlds away from the chain places dotted around town.