
Empire Cafe
Empire Cafe, located in Newbury, is a family-owned business since the 1920s. We specialize in freshly baked bread, cakes, and provide a cozy cafe ambiance. Known for our lardy cakes, we also offer custom celebration and wedding cakes.
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Services Empire Cafe offers
We offer a variety of services at the Empire Cafe:
- Freshly baked breads and cakes
- Lardy and currant buns
- Custom celebration cakes
- Wedding and birthday cakes
- Daily cafe specials
- Bakery orders and delivery
- Function room hire
- Cake decorations, flour, and eggs
Empire Cafe business numbers & email addresses
Not available.
Location & directions
Find us in the heart of Newbury on Cheap Street. Easily accessible by public transport, the Empire Cafe is a must-visit for baked goods lovers.
19 Cheap St, Newbury RG14 5DD, United Kingdom
Service hours
| Wednesday | 8 am–6 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–6 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–6 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–6 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
Empire Cafe overview
The Empire Cafe and Bakery in Newbury is one of the oldest family businesses in town, established since the 1920s. We are known for our traditional baking methods, offering fresh breads, cakes, and custom celebration cake services. Celebrated for our lardy cakes, we are dedicated to providing freshly baked goods every day.
Send letters & parcels
To send letters or parcels to the Empire Cafe, address them to our location at 19 Cheap Street, Newbury, RG14 5DD. Ensure your package is secure and includes any necessary details such as your full name and return address.
Send a resume or CV
Interested applicants can send their resume or CV to the Empire Cafe by addressing them to our premises in Newbury. Please provide a cover letter to indicate the position you are interested in.
Business highlights
- Established since the 1920s
- Renowned for lardy cakes
- Custom celebration cakes
Accepted payment methods
Customer experiences
Our customers love the freshly baked lardy cakes and the cozy atmosphere of our cafe. We encourage everyone to share their experiences and help spread the word about our delicious offerings.
This cafe boasts truly outstanding coffee, rich and flavorful. The atmosphere is inviting and perfect for a relaxing break. Their pastries are equally impressive, freshly baked and delicious. I highly recommend the matcha and pistachio roll cake; it's a unique and delightful treat. You won't be disappointed with a visit to this charming spot.
Brewblood is definitely the best coffee shop in town. The aroma and taste of coffee is really nice , we tried their handcrafted Yuzu coffee, it got different layers of flavour in different temperatures, it is one of the best coffee I’ve ever tried.And their matcha latte is rich and smooth. And of course I would recommend their cake roll too, pistachio one is really nice. We enjoyed a good afternoon with Elton and Olivia there. Definitely will visit again.
Honestly don't know what to say about this business... The owners are the most wonderful people, so passionate about what they do and so nice to speak to. The coffee is great, the food options are high quality, homemade, and delicious. These guys are artists. The espresso based drinks are great but it was a real pleasure to taste an expertly made drip coffee full of flavour. Also, the best Basque cheesecake I've had in the UK
Third time here and it's still amazing! Great coffee, incredible cakes and lovely staff. Love that they're so good to dogs too. See you again soon!!!
FAQs about Empire Cafe
What are your opening hours?
We are open from Wednesday to Saturday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Do you make custom cakes?
Yes, we specialize in custom wedding, birthday, and celebration cakes.
Where are you located?
We are located at 19 Cheap Street, Newbury, RG14 5DD.
Do you offer a delivery service?
Yes, we offer bakery orders and delivery services.
What types of payment do you accept?
We accept Visa, MasterCard, and cash.



