Costa Reviews 

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TrustScore 2.5 out of 5

2.4

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Considering 668 reviews, most reviewers were unhappy with their experience overall. Customers frequently reported dealing with frustratingly slow service and staff members who appeared completely unhelpful, miserable, or rude. Many people also encountered significant issues regarding poor product quality, including dry pastries, disappointing drinks, and missing ingredients in their meals. Some reviewers were happy with the exceptionally friendly staff and the genuinely welcoming atmosphere provided at certain locations. Consumers also mentioned receiving great service with a smile, praising efficient team members, and thoroughly enjoying delicious drinks and snacks during their visits. Additionally, some patrons appreciated the pleasant environment and comforting assistance offered by attentive employees when needed.

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Stopped for lunch & coffee at Inveralmond Perthshire young lady serving could just barely smile they had No Oat milk which when visited other Costas they always have good stock Seating area ma... See more

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Staff at Stanway, Essex, extremely rude, ‘yeah, yeah, yeah’ is all I got. Not thanks or any verification that they’d put my order thru. Food has got very bad in the last 18 months - no chicken or chee... See more

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Ordered a smoothie based on the in store advertising showing in a glass decorated with mint etc. Came in a cardboard cup, no decoration, £4.95, Misleading advertising. Should have complained at the t... See more

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Costa coffee, Hythe, Hampshire location. What can I say, Sunday morning it was quite and got served quickly, after that it went down hill. Order a large cappuccino and a small hot chocolate(£... See more


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TrustScore 2.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Costa

Costa’s new cafe on the outskirts of Norwich is amazing! All the normal drinks, sandwiches and goodies are available as you would expect and the staff are amazing! So friendly and helpful, this is our new favourite place!

9 June 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Costa Oxford Rd Manchester Opposite Contact Theatre

What a fabulous Costa, we visited on a Saturday for brunch and high tea later , as we were at a local festival. Lovely atmosphere, fresh, clean comfy indoor, casual seating outdoors too if needed.
Excellent value piping hot latte and super fresh tasty good value sandwiches, toasties and sausage rolls. What also made this visit great was the friendly, polite fabulous service from Jacobb, so welcoming , caring and affable. He should be spolighted as how staff should be with customers. An absolute pleasure yo visit all round. Well Done

6 June 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I would like to make a complaint about…

I would like to make a complaint about my experience at Ealing Broadway Shopping Centre.

I visited one of the coffee outlets and wanted to redeem my free latte voucher. After ordering a coffee at the till, I was informed by a member of staff that I could not use my voucher because “too many people had already used it.”

I found this explanation unacceptable. The voucher was valid and I expected it to be honoured according to its terms and conditions. Refusing a valid voucher because other customers had already redeemed theirs is unfair and misleading.

I would appreciate an explanation of why my voucher was not accepted and what action will be taken to resolve this matter. I would also like to know whether I can still redeem my voucher at a later date.

I look forward to your response.

7 June 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Most disappointing

Most disappointing, ordered 2 salted carmel frappes as treat, which i have had before and usually good, Costa Erneside, Enniskillen. On this occasion many customers after me got their orders first. Finally got them and they were just like cold milk, watery, the flake was rolling about in bottom of cups. If you can't make it right just open your mouth and tell me, could have changed the order. £11 for flavoured milk.

6 June 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Greatest taste

De big dishes, sate.. the arripa, the pastries. Its all with gooood flavour. And beautiful tastes. Better then my moms cooking and she cookss great. Een 11/10 geweldig!! Beter elke keer weer

6 June 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Another 1star review star…

Not surprised to see so many 1 star scores. I've just had terrible service in Costa, Marple Stockport.Waiting over 15 minutes for a takeaway cappuccino that never arrived. A couple who ordered after me were served first. I got a refund and won't be going back. 6th June 2026

5 June 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

What's The Point of a Drive Through If The Coffee Is Not Ready To Consume On Pick Up?

I went to a Costa drive through in Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire. When I asked for sweetener to be put in, the young lady at the window said they were not allowed to open the sachets and put them in, so I was given the sachets and had to stop the car up the road and add the sweetener myself. That's like having a MacDonald's drive through and being given the bun and burger in different containers and you needing to assemble the burger and finish the job yourself. What is the point in a drive through coffee shop if the product is not ready to consume on pick up? Totally pointless. The coffee, a latte, was gritty.

1 June 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lady called Linda served me at heswall…

Lady called Linda served me at heswall costa and I can honestly say what a lovely, warm and welcoming character she is. She is so full of life and has made me and every other customer so happy. She knows her regulars but is also so interactive with anyone she greets

4 June 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Use to be a big fan of Costa but not…

Use to be a big fan of Costa but not now , way overpriced and coffee as now gone very weak .It’s now cheap to have a pint of beer than a coffee . Costa get your act together or you will just be a another company that went bust ,remember your customers are king not your shareholders

2 June 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Kicked out for no proper reason

I came in by myself to get a latte to stay in which was no issue, and it tasted good. The problem was when my boyfriend arrived, he went to head over to my table as we usually share a coffee in the afternoon but before he barely came in he got shouted at about having to order his own drink and gave him a 5 minute time limit before he would have to leave. It would be fair enough if he was taking up a separate table without ordering but they were instantly accusing and rude and he felt uncomfortable with sitting with me so he left.

To add, this was on a rainy day when the shop was practically empty, we were not disruptive and did not take more than one table to share.

3 June 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I called in at the Ollerton old Rufford…

I called in at the Ollerton old Rufford road drive through and was served by “Liv”
She was the nicest, kindest Costa employee that I’ve ever been served by, so helpful, polite and courteous.
Worth her weight in gold, you should be lucky to have such a committed employee

1 June 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Absolutely shocking lately.

Absolutely shocking lately.
Closed twice early as no staff available and twice sold out of certain products.
I appreciate it's only a coffee shop but what's the point of being there if you cant/don't serve your customers !

1 June 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Costa Coffee Cosham

Costa Coffee Cosham. Visited last thing on Saturday. Lovely friendly service by Pierce who couldn’t have been more helpful with my order and recommendations. We sat in as it was quiet and had a nice chilled vibe. Great experience all round. (Cherry cake was awesome!)

30 May 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Costa Blatantly Exploit their Staff

The coffee was awful regarding my first visit to Costa, so on the second visit I ordered a tea. Both drinks were weak, tasteless and not worth the money.
Also, Costa had one staff member on her own trying to make the coffee, serve people, make all of the drinks singlehandedly and she had to man the till. I think that it's highly unethical and exploitative for Costa to have treated a staff member in this way, especially when I read about their profit margins online. I find it disgusting, to be honest.

9 June 2025
Unprompted review

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