Jamaica Blue opens £300,000 café on Barnet High Street, creates 15 jobs
The Australian‑origin chain will start serving premium speciality coffee and all‑day meals from 12 November, next to the Barclays branch on High Street.
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The Times Series reported that Jamaica Blue will open a café on Barnet High Street on 12 November 2026. The outlet will represent a £300,000 investment in the area and will create 15 new jobs for local residents.
Investment and employment impact
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Michael Johnson, head of franchise development at Foodco UK, explained that the brand chose Barnet because of its active high street and community interest in quality coffee. He said the investment will bring new employment opportunities and add to the retail mix on the main commercial artery.
Location and offering
The new site is located next to the Barclays bank on High Street, a position that benefits from high footfall and easy public‑transport links. Jamaica Blue plans to serve premium speciality coffee sourced from Jamaica’s Blue Mountains, alongside a menu of brunches, sandwiches, lunch plates and cakes prepared to order.
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“We're investing £300,000 and creating 15 new jobs because we believe in this town.”
Michael Johnson, head of franchise development, Foodco UK
What residents can expect
The café will open its doors at 08:00 on 12 November. Residents will be able to purchase coffee and food throughout the day without needing a reservation. The planning permission for the premises was approved by Barnet Council earlier this year, so the opening proceeds as scheduled.
Questions this report answers
+When does the new Jamaica Blue café open?
The café is scheduled to open on 12 November 2026. That date marks the start of regular trading, with opening hours from early morning through the evening for coffee and all‑day dining.
+How much money is being invested in the café?
The investment totals £300,000. The sum covers the fit‑out, equipment, staffing and initial stock, and it is intended to boost the high street’s commercial offering.
+How many jobs will the café create?
Fifteen new positions will be created. The roles include baristas, kitchen staff and front‑of‑house personnel, providing employment opportunities for local residents.
+Where exactly will the café be located?
The outlet will be on Barnet High Street, directly beside the Barclays bank branch. The site benefits from high pedestrian traffic and easy access to public transport.
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