Cafe Gotsoul earns praise for its chill vibe, great music, and friendly, accommodating staff that make the space welcoming. Coffee and pastries are repeatedly highlighted, with standout drinks and a varied pastry selection that pair well with the atmosphere. The interior is stylish and distinctive, echoing a record shop with vinyl, a gramophone, and a small in-house DJ setup that enhances the experience and hosts listening parties and events. Guests often feel at home, noting a nostalgic, living-room vibe and a sense of comfort during visits. Service is generally strong and professional, though a rare order slip can occur, usually resolved with a quick apology and correction. Pricing is mentioned by some as a downside for certain items, but many feel the overall value, ambiance, and music justify it. Overall, Cafe Gotsoul is a unique spot for coffee lovers and music fans, delivering a memorable vibe and experience.
This café has the coolest vibes! There was good music playing, the service was great & the latte & vegan chocolate chip cookie were also nice. I am for sure coming back, specially when they have a live DJ set
Mar 12, 2026
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Truly a spectacular café, a jewel in fact
Fabulous food sandwiches & pastries
Friendly & down to earth staff
Exceptional music & sound distribution environment... most hi-fi enthusiasts will have a jaw-dropping experience listening at Gotsoul... as this shop is part café part vintage HiFi museum... run by Jojo Flores internationally recognized DJ & hi-fi collector & musical curator...
Drop-in play some Chess say hi to Mike or David or Jojo if he's there (he often is)
The chicken sandwich is 💎💎💎 & the scones are Out-Of-This-World
Ideal Sound Pressure Level vibes for a perfect pistachio milk café latté
You will not be disappointed
This place is a vibe. Loved the Sade/Maxwell mixtape session today. The baristas are super friendly & patient. I might just become a regular even though it's a bit far from my place.
Wow this is an amazing place. Great coffee, great service, good snacks & amazing vibes supported by great music. Could stay here all day. Very highly recommended
Best coffee in the city, espresso is properly pulled (rare), machine is properly calibrated (rare), & staff is nice. On top the music is a vibe & major bonus points for the special Sunday mornings in the summer ;)
I recently visited Gotsoul Cafe, & it was a delightful experience! The coffee was rich & flavorful, making it a perfect pick-me-up. The atmosphere was enhanced by great music, creating a cozy & inviting vibe. Whether you're looking to relax with a book or catch up with friends, this cafe has the perfect ambiance. Highly recommend for any coffee lover!
Excellent coffee made by the new barista in training ;) , a 12 year old kid who, with some supervision, made a better espresso than 80% of the barista in the city. Very cute. Lovely vibe.
This cafe was exactly what I needed after a long visit in the city. We stopped here on our way back to the country & I needed something unpretentious with a solid vibe & this was it! The deco, the disco, the dudes working, the enthusiasm of everyone who came in & loved the place was super heartwarming & made my day. I didn't have the coffee but I did have the Nutella horn & it was super tasty! I'd go back if ever I'm in that area again!
