Caffè Nero was founded in 1997 by Gerry Ford who had a vision to bring a continental style coffee house experience to Europe and beyond.
Our philosophy is really very simple: Premium Italian coffee. A warm and welcoming atmosphere. Good food and great personal service.
Caffè Nero has continued to increase its store numbers, sales and profitability year on year and become a familiar neighbourhood meeting place in towns and cities across Europe and US. As store numbers have increased, Caffè Nero has built a strong brand identity built on premium espresso-based gourmet coffee, authentic Italian food products and a relaxing atmosphere in every store.
Back in 1999, we got strange looks when we said we were going to brew our own beer and cook fresh pizza in a wood fired oven, all in the same place.
We set up our first brewery in Blackheath in 2000 and to this day it remains the only brewery in town.
Our brewery is set smack bang in the middle of the restaurant. Come in during the day and see our brewers in action, who knows they may even tell you what they’re up to. Bristol, Reading and Cardiff followed but we've always remained 100% family-run and locally-focused.
No hide and seek.
We’re all for a good game – but when it comes to pizzas we’re not about to start messing around. Our wood fired oven, like our brewery, is on show for all to see. Our chefs aren’t shy and cook fresh in front of diners every night. We don’t try and be all things to all men – a simple, laid back menu of pizza, pasta, mussels and salads is on offer every day. Our ingredients, like our beers, are fresh; tomato sauce and cheese from Italy (of course!) and mussels straight from the sea.
We want everyone to enjoy our food so talk to us about our gluten free pizza bases and pasta, vegan friendly meals and nut free ingredients.
The Jam Tree is a Pub group brought to you by Yann Roberts and Ashley Letchford, The Jam Tree offers locals a place to drink and socialise in a welcoming and friendly atmosphere while enjoying a range of delicious British food alongside international favourites.