Our Story

Hi there! We're Squirrels Cafe, run by Tom & Sadie

Our story began back in 2014, when we first met while working for a coffee company at the NEC. By 2015, we’d fallen in love — with each other and with the world of hospitality. For a while, we stepped away in search of a better work-life balance, but something always felt missing.

In 2019, one spontaneous lunchtime phone call changed everything. By the next morning, we’d both handed in our notices — ready to return to hospitality, but this time on our own terms. That’s how That’s Mature was born.

We enjoyed 7½ amazing months before the world came to a halt with COVID. Like many, we adapted — returning to full-time jobs while keeping That’s Mature alive on the side. By 2023, after years of long days and late nights, we knew it was time to pour our hearts fully back into what we love most. That’s when That’s Nugs joined the family — adding a fun new flavour to our story.

Then, by sheer luck (and maybe a little fate), we came across what was once Love a Latte. From the moment we first saw it, we could picture our vision here. Nearly a year later, the opportunity finally came our way — and Squirrels Café was born.

At Squirrels, we’re passionate about amazing food, exceptional coffee, and genuine, friendly service. This isn’t just a café to us — it’s a dream brought to life, a place to connect with our community, and a celebration of everything we love about hospitality.

We can’t wait to welcome you in and share our story — one coffee cup at a time.