A taste of Australian café culture is coming to Kings Heath.
With the help of property agents Bond Wolfe, café and coffee shop Madcup is launching on the main shopping parade.
And it is promising some surprising new offerings to test the palate of the locals.
The business, due to open its doors this summer, has taken a seven year lease on 20 Alcester Road South at £25,000 per annum, moving in beside the likes of Lloyds Pharmacy, Lloyds TSB, and Sainsbury’s.
Proprietor Kelly Kuok promised: “Madcup will be known for its abundance of fresh and adventurous recipes.
“Inspired by the Australian cafe culture, we provide a wholesome and fun menu that’s fresh and innovative. One of our specials is Acai Bowl which is made from the healthy and mighty super food, acai berries, with various toppings, something that has yet to be widely introduced in Birmingham. We also offer menu items as varied as gluten free hotcakes to dairy free chia pudding.
“Madcup is built on the philosophy of creating experiences for communities through quality products, innovations and an ever-evolving vision. Our mission is to grow our business in an adventurous yet sustainable way that respects the values of people and our planet. We source ethically and sustainably whenever possible.”
The two storey premises extend to a total net internal area of 1,475 sq ft.
Kings Heath shopping district is south Birmingham’s major retail offer, containing many chain outlets.
Bond Wolfe managing director James Mattin said: “Properties in this parade have historically been rarely available due to long term leases.
“However, the downturn and the expiry of these leases left a few gaps which we are now managing to fill. Indeed, we recently concluded the letting of the former Post Office to a dessert parlour, number 30, which is now a jeweller, and the latest, number 20, which means the whole parade is once again fully let.”
