COSTA COFFEE

Costa Coffee in Chatham is your typical chain café where the staff seems more lively than the coffee. Manager on duty, heroically holding down the fort while her teammates were cleaning, shows that the service can be a highlight, even if the coffee can be a bit, well, Costa. Jordan, the friendly barista, deserves a medal for spreading cheer, but the food? Let’s just say a panini shouldn’t need a reminder to arrive. The place is clean and the atmosphere is friendly, so if you’re in need of caffeine and a smile, it’s a decent pit stop, albeit one that might make your taste buds yawn a little.

However, when it comes to food, the only real excitement might come from wondering if your order will be right or if you’ll end up with a side of disappointment instead. So, whether you’re a die-hard Costa fan or just in it for a warm cup, expect solid service but keep your taste expectations low.