The Thirsty Elephant Coffee + Bar

When you find yourself waiting in line for breakfast on a Wednesday, you know you've stumbled upon a great place. Despite waiting for about 25 minutes, the experience was well worth it. The food was fresh and sourced locally, creating a delightful culinary adventure. Moreover, the ambiance of the place was pleasant, and they even welcome dogs, adding an extra touch of warmth and friendliness to the overall atmosphere.

Great little coffee shop serving delicious freshly cooked food and drinks. Nice ambiance and always busy!
Was a bit chilly today so could have done with being a little warmer but not noticed this before.

We visited on a Saturday morning, found a table straight away even though it got busy very quick. Staff were very friendly. Food was amazing and a nice coffee too. This cafe had such a lovely atmosphere. Also, easy free parking nearby.

Lovely brunch here. Ordered the vegan avocado on toast and vegan chocolate cruffin (I was intrigued as to what it was... so good!). Delicious. Great coffee. It was packed which was a good sign. Lovely decor and vibe inside. Female blonde member of staff could be friendlier. I cleared my table for them after we'd eaten as I could see they were busy, but she didn't crack a smile or seem at all grateful. Will be back for the food and coffee though for sure!

First time visiting and we were super happy with our experience! Service was fast and everyone there was happy to help. Food was brilliant and you can tell how popular it was as tables were full by the time we had our drinks. Highly recommend!

Really nice cafe located next to Llantrisant shopping centre.

Great coffee and food. The 'Eggs Benny' was such a nice breakfast and was very reasonably priced.

Would definitely recommend.

Such a great place to go for a lovely lunch. The atmosphere is relaxed, the decor is gorgeous, the staff are friendly and welcoming and the food is delicious 😋

Amazing few hours spent enjoying the great atmosphere and amazing food and drink. The staff were all so friendly and welcoming, and nothing was too much trouble. Can’t wait to go back!

Great brunch!! Great coffee, highly recommend this place for a coffee, cake, brunch, cocktails. They also have pop up street food from Thursday to Saturday

Great Coffee and very friendly atmosphere. I was disappointed that there wasn’t an actual elephant there but while we were sipping on our third flat white in the sun, the owner, Chris, ran into the burning building across the road and saved a dozen orphan children. What a hero! The peanut butter vegan flapjack is incredible and so are the home made peanut butter cookies. Unfortunately no one told me that either of these contained nuts and I am allergic so spent the afternoon in the airport. Totally worth it.

Superb modern food venue with excellent, freshly cooked food and great service!

We called in for Sunday brunch and had Eggs Benny and Berry Pancakes, wirh an orange juice and a tumeric latte; both meals were delicious.

I'll definitely be going back.

Welcoming, easy -going atmosphere. Spacious and cosy all at once. Delicious vegan gf brekkie for us (having gf vegan sausages available would make this five star an A star!) Proper homemade beans in tomato sauce, delicious ripe avocado, perfect mushrooms, astounding shredded leeks, and loads more yumminess.
Our coffee was *chef's kiss* The best coffee I've had since one I had in a coffee shop in Ericeira. Proper barista coffee and a delicious roast.
We were just passing through the area and found the Thirsty Elephant on Happy Cow. We now wish we lived locally so we could come here as our local! Highly recommend for good food, good coffee, and friendly yet unintrusive environment.
We'll be back!

Thanks for a great evening last night. We all enjoyed the food & service. Great to have such a fab place in the village 🥂

Amazing Drinks, the coffee is the best and the pop up Pizza Evening was amazing. One of the best Pizzas ever. Friendly and polite staff as well and made for a great Date night.

What a find! Buzzy atmosphere as soon as you step in, and found a table even though it was very busy. Staff were happy and chatty, and the food was delicious. Such amazing coffee too. Can't wait to go back.

An absolute gem. Very busy but there's a reason for that...it's absolutely fantastic.

Every dish was full of high quality, fresh ingredients. The coffee was delightful and the staff were great.

A must visit if you're looking for places in South Wales.

Lovely little cafe/bar. We went for the vegan filth pop up event but we would definitely visit again for coffee or drinks

Went Saturday evening for pizza street food and it was amazing!

Decorated really well. The food portions are generous and presented beautifully

Best coffee in the area. Fabulous lunch and pop-up kitchens. Very friendly and efficient staff within a lovely ambience. What more could you want!?