This coffee chain has more than 70 stores across the UK - and you've probably never heard of it
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When it comes to coffee shops across the UK, Brits are spoilt for choice thanks to an abundance of both chains and independent outlets that serve a much-needed caffeine kick. While the likes of Starbucks, Costa and Pret all have multiple stores up and down the country, there is one chain that may be a relative unknown to Brits despite having been in operation for 25 years.
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This is because the brand in question prefers to target suburban locations as a way to continually attract a loyal set of customers. Featuring locations in the likes of Aylesbury, Caerphilly, Corby, Guildford and Windsor, Esquires also has some stores in London, Cardiff and Dublin.
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According to the business, it is able to set itself apart from competitors by 'blending independent coffee culture with the consistency and support of a franchise'. However, online reviews for the chain on Tripadvisor are inconsistent, with scores fluctuating based on the location of the coffee shop.
For example, the branch in Twickenham, south-west London, scored four out of five stars, with people praising its 'amazing service' and 'delicious food'. However, a nearby outlet in Esher, Surrey, has a current score of 2.5 out of five, with visitors claiming it is 'dirty', 'disorganised' and has 'poor service'.
Featuring locations in the likes of Aylesbury, Caerphilly, Corby, Guildford and Windsor, Esquires also has some stores in London, Cardiff and Dublin. Reviews were somewhat more positive on Facebook, with 72 per cent of reviewers saying they would recommend the coffee chain.
