This spring, a much-loved indie cafe will open its third location on the ground floor of Elshaw House on Wellington Street, offering customers a new spot overlooking the green space of Pounds Park from its outside space suntrap.
While they pan to recreate the same atmosphere that made its Fitzalan Square flagship such a hit, the new site marks an evolution for Hygge – not just in size but in what it brings to the city.
“We’ve taken everything that works so well at Fitzalan Square and brought it here,” says Dylan Bird, Operations Manager. “This new site is about refining and expanding what we do best – great coffee, a welcoming space, and a sense of community.”
One of the biggest changes at the new Hygge will be its upgraded kitchen. While Fitzalan Square and its sister café, Hygge Thirty-two, in Eyre Street, have become go-to spots for coffee, pastries and a bit to eat, the Elshaw House location will introduce a broader food menu, catering to a mix of young professionals, students, and city-centre dwellers.
“We’ll have the space to do more with our food offering,” Dylan explains. “It’s about bringing variety and more of the baking in-house, while staying true to the high quality our customers expect.”
Takara Start, Marketing Manager, echoes this vision. “People already know us for our coffee, our atmosphere, and our commitment to local collaborations. This new café lets us build on that with an extended menu that makes us a genuine destination, whether you’re popping in for a quick coffee or settling in for the day.”
One key difference in the new location is its extended opening hours, from 7:30 am to 8:30 pm. The idea is to create a space where customers can move seamlessly from a morning coffee to an evening wind-down. “We’re designing it as a place where you can work during the day, socialise in the evening, and always feel at home,” says Dylan. “We want to be that reliable third space – somewhere between work and home – where people can come and buy one coffee and work all day.”
This philosophy aligns with Hygge’s roots in community engagement. Just like at Fitzalan Square, the new café will host events, workshops, and collaborations with local creatives. “That’s what makes Hygge special,” Takara notes. “We don’t just serve coffee – we create experiences that connect people.”
Hygge has always placed sustainability at its core, and the Elshaw House café will be no different. From ethically sourced coffee to eco-conscious packaging, every detail has been considered. “We know that people care about where their food and drink come from, and we do too,” says Dylan.
To mark the opening, Hygge is planning a unique launch event, that they’re keeping tight-lipped about for now. “We want this to feel like a celebration, not just another café opening,” says Takara.
The third Hygge is set for a spring opening, just in time to enjoy the better weather. For more details and updated give them a follow on socials here, and keep checking back with Exposed for a first look inside the new venue in the coming weeks.
