Pure Roasted

Pure Roasted is a coffee bar located at Steenstraat 126 in Arnhem. The shop is situated in the Spijkerkwartier, a neighborhood just east of the city center. It opened its doors in 2022; a local neighborhood newsletter from September of that year described the business as newly opened, suggesting a launch around August 2022.

The owner is Martijn Stappers, whose background is rooted in the hospitality industry. In addition to working as a chef, he attended the social academy and served as a neighborhood manager for the municipality in the Spijkerkwartier. His involvement with BierChefs and a barista training program is also noted. This blend of hospitality, community work, and entrepreneurship forms the foundation of the shop’s identity.

Pure Roasted describes itself as a place for a personal break and for meeting others. The menu includes coffee, cannoli, cake, and banana bread. The shop also mentions that guests are welcome to bring their own lunch as long as they order a drink. This shows that the concept focuses not just on consumption, but on serving as an informal community hub.

Available data identifies Blommers Coffee Roasters as the roaster. Public posts from Pure Roasted have also referenced Blommers and a coffee from Ethiopia. Additionally, Pure Roasted describes its coffee beans as 100% Arabica, organic, and fair-trade, specifically mentioning Bolivia and Colombia as countries of origin.

In the development of its coffee concept, contact with PUUR Koffie in Oosterbeek is mentioned. Pure Roasted states that PUUR Koffie has visited the plantations, which supports their claims regarding organic and fair production. Such statements are particularly relevant as they illustrate how the shop communicates its sourcing and origin.

Not all information regarding the current menu is publicly available. An external menu listing indicated that the menu was still pending. However, various drinks and preparations have been documented, including lungo, ristretto, cappuccino, latte macchiato, iced coffee, an “anti-stress latte,” and an “energy latte.”

Barista workshops are also part of the shop’s documented activities. A workshop in November 2023 covered theory, espresso preparation, milk steaming, and latte art. These elements point to a focus on the fundamental techniques behind espresso drinks, even though a full technical profile of the bar has not been publicly detailed.

Pure Roasted appears in several public mentions as a venue for local activities. In November 2022, it hosted a Coffee Connect meeting for aspiring entrepreneurs in Arnhem. The shop was also mentioned in activities surrounding the Spijkerkwartier, including a tree walk that concluded with lunch provided by Pure Roasted.

Furthermore, cultural and local collaborations have been documented. During Arnhems Môm’Atre, connected to The Big Draw, artists created window drawings at Pure Roasted and other shops on the Steenstraat. In May 2025, a Mother’s Day edition of a Repaircafé was announced in collaboration with Martijn Stappers, where he provided advice on coffee machine settings.

These examples highlight the shop’s role within a local context. Its activities extend beyond coffee consumption to include entrepreneurial networks, neighborhood initiatives, and practical knowledge regarding coffee equipment.

Pure Roasted communicates its commitment to a fair future for both people and the environment. The shop states that it avoids using polluting products and mentions the use of biodegradable to-go cups and straws. Other sources mention fully recycled to-go cups. Since these descriptions coexist, it is clear that sustainable packaging is a recurring theme in their communication.

Local sourcing also takes center stage. Pure Roasted states that their pastries are handcrafted and incorporate local ingredients whenever possible. Furthermore, the shop mentions that their lunch and sweet treats are curated using products from the Steenstraat, citing the reduction of unnecessary transport and CO2 emissions as the primary motivation.

Since its opening, Pure Roasted has been featured in various local and thematic publications. A coffee review from October 2022 listed the address and identified Martijn Stappers as the owner and barista. The neighborhood newspaper of the Spijkerkwartier highlighted the grand opening, the owner’s background, and the shop’s role within the community.

ArnhemLife, BeanScout, IntoArnhem, and Jongin Arnhem also featured Pure Roasted in their articles or listings. These mentions covered details such as the address, opening hours, coffee, workshops, seating, wifi, and power outlets. Together, these references paint a picture of a cozy Arnhem coffee bar with a strong focus on specialty coffee, local community ties, and transparency regarding origin.