Tell people what you think about Forty Six. (Optional)Simply the best coffee shop in Neath , fantastic staff, big choice of cakes and catering for gluten free and lactose free needs.Simply the best coffee shop in Neath , fantastic staff, big choice of cakes and catering for gluten free and lactose free needs.
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I popped in here with my friends earlier today for the odd chat, which happens to be once in a blue moon. I'm a mystery shopper by trade, and although I was not commissioned or paid to write this, I feel that this review is needed because I'd like to briefly reflect on how great my experience was today. I usually assess and review larger chains as part of my job but was very pleased to find, and support, an independent today.
I was astounded by the exceptional level of customer service I had experienced here. The staff were incredibly polite, friendly and helpful, beverages reasonably priced, tasted great and served at the perfect temperature, and the décor was very modern and relaxing. The background ambient music being played was at an acceptable volume and the Christmas music being played was upbeat yet not too intrusive on our conversation. I also particularly enjoyed looking at the books and artwork devoted to renowned poet Dylan Thomas on the first floor.
With regards to hygiene and cleanliness, I found this shop to be absolutely spotless. Tables were cleared quickly and professionally after previous customers had vacated, and the unisex toilet was one of the cleanest and most modern I have ever seen in a shop of this type.
As a result of my visit I shall endeavour to visit this coffee shop again. Unfortunately, as I work predominantly in Swansea, it's not often I happen to visit Neath, but the next time I do, this shop will be at the top of my agenda.
Kind regards, and have a very Merry Christmas,
Nathan
N.B. This review will also be posted on TripAdvisor in due course.
Love the place :) friendly staff and and a quality place to sit and relax with a cuppa ☕
Stunning place,great atmosphere,great staff and best coffee. I think Iv found my new home. Highly recommend. Thanks guys.
What a lovely quaint coffee shop with wry friendly staff and an array of cakes, hit drunks and food rolls... Will definitely go back soon!
Most lovely little coffee shop! Nicest lattes around (pumpkin or popcorn are my fav)! Food is amazing and staff are always warm and welcoming, love my usual Saturday stop off here after shopping �
Yummy coffee and scrumptious toasted teacake for breakfast. So glad this lovely coffee shop was open before I started work at 8 am this morning! Lovely, friendly staff too :-)
Lovely coffee shop and lots of gluten free/vegan options definitely recommend! �
I highly recommend a visit. The staff are very helpful and friendly. I will be going there instead of costa from now on.
Best local coffee shop in Neath. Friendly staff and amazing designed interior. Relaxing atmosphere, good food and delicious coffee.
Had quick lunch here today The Italian Tomato soup was absolutely outstanding! My husband enjoyed his panini and loved the dressing on salad .First time we ve visited but def going to be our 'go to' cafe .Friendly staff ..lovely decor and music made for a lovely atmosphere ...Thanks all! �
Went there for the first time yesterday had vegan coffee and cake was really nice and the staff were all friendly
Fantastic wee find. Loved the interesting artefacts on display. Quite eclectic but it all works! Lovely armchairs to relax in and the choice of cakes was fabulous!
Delicious lunch here today, lots of choice and a really good flat white :)
They do vegan options and the nicest lattes around!!! I find myself always in here now and I always tell my friends and family about here :) �
Great people, great vibe, great Vegan menu. I nothing but high praise.
Best coffee shop in Neath, lush food and friendly staff.
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I’d heard about this independent business from a friend, I wanted to come here to see and experience this lovey cafe for myself. I came on a day when the weather was not so nice but thats Wales so to be expected.
As I entered, I was warmly welcomed to staff. There was a small queue, but staff still acknowledged me and apologised for the delay. Whilst I was waiting, I had a look around and took some photos.
I chose a table, checked out the menu and then returned to the counter and placed my order. I had a cheese and ham panini, it arrived with a delicious side salad and very tasty salad dressing. My food was piping hot, well presented and looked amazing.
The coffee shop was moderately busy, yet the staff were aware of all the customers and very attentive to their needs. After my food I went for a walk around and took some more photos.
There is a fully adapted disabled toilet downstairs. In what is called the sergeants mess. This is a small area off to the side of the main shop, it is beautifully decorated.
On leaving the main cafe and heading out into the garden, I discovered sheds that have been converted to be little seating areas that are also Harry Potter themed.
There is a ramp leading down into the garden that has handrails either side of the ramp making the garden is also wheelchair accessible. A lot of attention and thought, as well as time and effort has gone into decorating this place. Harry Potter these is prevalent throughout. For any HP fan this is a must visit.
On returning inside I passed another fully adapted wheelchair accessible toilet, this making two available on the ground floor.
The upstairs was closed so I was not able to head upstairs to see its layout or the decoration. However, from the moment I walked in I received amazing customer service; the food was amazing, the atmosphere was relaxing, and I will definitely come here again when I come to Neath.
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Wow! Just wow! This was a treasure if a find. I had the Micha and mmmmuah ! Belgium chocolate and erfect balance of coffee, then the added touch of the effect chocolate heart!
I met the owner and glad I did or I would have e missed the secret garden and the tour upstairs. You have to explore they entirety of this shop. So many splendid , special surprises. The attention to detail of every perfectly placed decorative item...words could never do this place justice. I did not try the pastries this go around...but I will be back before I leave this charming area, I have to say koodos and my goodbyes to Lee!
Lovely atmosphere, interesting decor. Efficient and friendly staff with great food and drinks.
The best delux hot chocolate we've had... love coming here.
We've visited about three times now and each visit has been wonderful! Food is fresh and tasty, drinks are delicious and made quite quickly! As other reviews may have mentioned it's a great spot for Harry Potter fans. The prices are as you'd expect for a cosy independent cafe, especially since they offer gluten free/vegan options (be still, my heart! 💜) We're very lucky to call this place our local coffee shop. Highly recommend if you're in Neath for the day and in need of some hearty food and refreshing beverages.
Loved it. A real gem. I complained to my daughter why it took her so long to take us here. We are visitors to the area. We will definitely return. Good coffee, nice cakes, lovely setting.
Quaint little café, lots of memorabilia on the walls and quirky decorations. My friend had a jacket potato which looked lovely, I had almond cake with tea. My only qualm is they don't provide teapots (a little petty of me), but something I always look for in cafés like this! Other than that, absolutely lovely.
Nice Harry Potter schemed coffee house. Look for the dragons and elves!
Very nice coffee shop and excellent service. Very good size plus at the back very nice sitting area . The design of the coffee shop it's so nice and made from Harry Potter film. Also very nice sitting areas
Love this quirky cafe and always visit when in Neath. Had the tuna/mayo jacket potato today which was beautiful and a cup of white hot chocolate which tasted exactly like a Milky Bar. Will definitely be ordering that again!!!
Lovely place, really quirky & fun décor. We had hot choc with a mountain of cream, I had a toasted bacon, chicken & mozzerrela panini, came with a side salad, really lush. Sue had some sort of cake that seemed to go down a treat. Will deffo go back. 😁
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