Copper Kettle

Reviews

• Christel L.

  star star star star_border star_border 26 July 2026

  As previous reviews suggest, this place can be a tourist trap and I can understand why: it's located just steps away from King's College with a view of the Chapel across the street. Surely there is some historical significance to the establishment as well. In the summer or on an event day, the Copper Kettle is sure to be filled to the brim with patrons.
  
  I was lucky to come for a light bite and sip and have a window seat on a quiet morning. Tea and a fruit Greek yoghurt are all I had, which was fine albeit slightly pricey for the dish compared to other places.
  
  At the moment I can give no more than 3 stars, but the lunch and dinner menus feature Mediterranean and Turkish fare, which may draw me in again given another opportunity to dine in. Also, if you must use the loo and wander into the back area, there are interesting antique kettles on display in addition to the chance to people watch outside.

• Jeff S.

  star star_border star_border star_border star_border 21 July 2026

  Visitors should not spend their money here.  My first day in Briton and was trying to make change.  Cashier gave me an Irish 5 pound note as change.  Service was slow and tea just average.  Please consider spending your money elsewhere in Cambridge.

• David B.

  star star star star star_border 9 July 2026

  This is a decent enough Greek restaurant for dinner.  Had a two course special with cold dolmas (quite good) and lamb meatballs (pretty good).

• Susan M.

  star star star star star 6 July 2026

  My husband and I came into Cambridge quite late after a very long flight and harrowing day driving through the streets of London.  After we checked into our hotel, we took a stroll to find something to eat.  Terry noticed the menu had fish and chips so we took a turn into this little cafe.  I was happy with my red lentil soup and small salad containing lots of lovely feta cheese and olives.  Terry enjoyed his fish and chips.  Very cute little place.  We decided to return for breakfast the next morning.  Terry had the brunch which contained an egg, sausage, bacon, toast and baked beans.  I had a cheese and pickle panini.  This is where I discovered pickles in America and pickles in England are different.  Still a good sandwich.  Ah but the lattes, heavenly.

• John M.

  star star_border star_border star_border star_border 1 July 2026

  Having spent the day being a tourist fancied an early evening meal before heading home. Realised that all the places near the colleges were likely to be touristy, but this place looked reasonable. It isn't expensive but you do get what you paid for, I had the roast beef, the veg seemed to be from tins and had been overlooked and re-heated. Service was ok, we had tea but had to ask for new cups as the cups were dirty.
  The pastries on display looked tired and stale so didn't try them.
  Can't say I can recommend this place.