Coffee shops

Costa Coffee

A 22-seat kitchen run by Eleni & Yassine, serving the dishes their grandmothers argued about on Tuesday nights in Kreuzberg.

23/24 Biggin St, Dover CT16 1BH, United Kingdom £1–10
4.3
169 notes from regulars
01 The story, in three paragraphs

Why everyone keeps coming back.

Situated conveniently on Biggin Street in the heart of Dover, Costa Coffee offers a welcoming refuge for coffee lovers and casual catch-ups alike. As part of the UK’s beloved coffee chain, this cafe brings the comforting aroma of freshly brewed coffee and expertly crafted beverages that invite you to pause and savor the moment.

Step inside and you’ll quickly notice the warm and friendly atmosphere, a place where locals and visitors blend seamlessly, sharing stories over steaming cups. Regular customers like Simon Shackson praise the attentive and personable staff, especially the manageress, whose daily presence ensures a consistently pleasant experience. The team’s genuine friendliness transforms a simple coffee run into a small but meaningful community gathering.

The menu at Costa Coffee Biggin Street caters to a variety of tastes. Whether you’re a dedicated latte drinker like Wendy Mills, who found a delightful surprise in her first Chai Latte — a fragrant, spicy cup bursting with festive warmth — or someone just craving a classic cappuccino, you’ll find your cravings met with quality and care. Wendy’s recommendation of the ham and cheese toastie, which she ranks among the best, adds a savory complement to your drink, perfect for a light bite on the go or a relaxed break.

While the coffee and food maintain a high standard, there is honest feedback from customers like Steve Ashton who notes that the cloth-covered chairs could use a refresh to fully match the cafe’s otherwise inviting vibe. It’s a small detail that doesn’t overshadow the overall experience but suggests room for even greater comfort during your visit.

One aspect that some might find unique to Costa’s chain policy is the pay-to-use restroom, which Ash Hodgen mentions. This practical consideration doesn’t detract from the welcoming service or the quality of the beverages served, but is a candid note worth being aware of for first-time visitors.

Whether you’re popping in for a quick caffeine fix, catching up with friends like Rachel Stoneman who appreciates a great place to chat over a cuppa, or settling in to enjoy some quiet time with your favorite Costa concoction, this location delivers a dependable, friendly coffee experience in the bustling Dover town centre. For locals and travelers alike, Costa Coffee on Biggin Street remains a reliably comforting spot to pause, refresh, and connect.

For inquiries or to place an order, contact them at +44 333 003 5883 and experience a slice of community warmth paired with your perfect cup of coffee.

03 Notes from regulars

169 notes — the real pulse of the room.

4.3
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Rachel Stoneman.
2 month ago
A great place to go with friends and have a chat and a cuppa. Great service!
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Steve Ashton.
3 month ago
Decent coffee stop only one negative thing to say. The cloth covered chairs could really do with a clean they look filthy and bring the place down.
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Ash Hodgen.
4 month ago
Staff are so friendly! Not a fan of needing to pay for something to use the bathroom but that's nothing against this particular store, just the chain.
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Wendy Mills.
5 month ago
I decided to have my first Chai Latte this morning. I am a died in the wool latte drinker, and was reluctant to change. I asked the staff to read the ingredients to me and boy was I surprised the Chai latte tasted like Christmas. I loved it and I’ll be coming back for more. I had to have a ham and cheese toastie to go with it theirs are the best in the world. The COSTA staff no matter where I go around the world are very friendly and lovely and helpful.
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Simon Shackson.
5 month ago
My local shop as I live in the town centre and I couldn't be happier to have it on my doorstep! Coffee is always on point, the manageress (I think she is the Manager as she is there seemingly every day) is really nice and always acknowledges her regulars, and the team as a whole are all super friendly...love the place! Biggin Street Costa take a bow
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Chrissy Lloyd.
6 month ago
Love coming in here with my partner and son the ladies here are just lovely,welcoming and of course fab coffee
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Geraldine furey.
6 month ago
They are such a great bunch of staff here. They are polite and cheerful. They keep the place nice and ckean
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Kieran Doble.
6 month ago
The staff are fantastic here. They are really friendly and always make you feel really welcome.
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04 When to visit & how to find us

Hours & the door on Bergmannstraße.

Opening hours
Monday (today) 06:30 AM - 06:00 PM
Tuesday 06:30 AM - 06:00 PM
Wednesday 06:30 AM - 06:00 PM
Thursday 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Friday 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Saturday 07:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Sunday 08:30 AM - 04:00 PM
Finding the door

23/24 Biggin St, Dover CT16 1BH, United Kingdom

05 What makes this place friendly

The details you usually have to call and ask.

Service options
  • Outdoor seating
  • Delivery
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in
Highlights
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection
Popular for
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Solo dining
  • Good for working on laptop
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
  • Coffee
  • Quick bite
Dining options
  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • No Table service
Amenities
  • Restroom
Atmosphere
  • Casual
Crowd
  • Groups
  • Tourists
Planning
  • No Accepts reservations
Payments
  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
Children
  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
Parking
  • Free street parking
  • Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking
  • Parking
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