EH9 Espresso

Dundee’s west end is the place to be for art lovers. Home to DJCAD (Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art and Design) and a host of literary-themed pubs, the city’s cultural quarter brims with independent businesses, who thrive among a supportive local community.

One of Perth Road’s newest additions comes in the form of independent coffee shop, EH9 Espresso. It’s run by Fraser Smith, a 25-year-old from Newport, and is his very first business venture after acquiring plentiful experience as a barista in Edinburgh. Having only been open three months, EH9 has already built a cult following. Its hot and iced coffees, sweet home bakes and friendly vibes are a perfect fit for the west end community. It’s no surprise that many locals have said "this is exactly what we’ve needed."