As the weather gets colder and the evenings draw in, it's time to reach for a hot drink to warm things up.
Whether it's an espresso, a cappuccino, a latte or mocha - most coffee shops aren't just somewhere to have a coffee and cake, they're also a hub of culture and conversation.
And let's face it - Bedford certainly has its fair share of cafes - you could say, words cannot espresso how much they mean to us.
So, which one do you like a latte?
Well, we asked Bedford Today readers to name their favourites and here they are - in no particular order.
Seriously, where has this list bean (sorry) ....... all our lives?
And let's face it - Bedford certainly has its fair share of cafes - you could say, words cannot espresso how much they mean to us.
5. Caffe Crema
Situated in Bedford's High Street, Cafe Crema got rave reviews from our readers, with one saying "it has been amazing for years. Great on all levels, service, atmosphere and amazing crepes, coffee and paninis"
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6. Vanilla Tree
This independent, family-run coffee shop in St Cuthbert's Street, was established in 2017. One reader said: "Vanilla Tree for me - great coffee, cakes and savouries"
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7. Gallone's Ice Cream
Situated in The Arcade, Gallone's Ice Cream is also popular with Bedford Today readers, with one saying "great coffee & service too"
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8. The Mill Yard Coffee Lounge
Off Mill Street, in Mill Yard, this quiet spot got a thumbs up from our readers
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