Reviews in Colchester

Have been several times before however yesterday was disappointing I had booked a table however attention at check in was slow followed by very snappy waitress with a "drinks only " greeting. Then a long wait for food ordering, drinks arriving and food arriving. Food was ok . It seemed clear that staff were short or something however there are nicer ways to manage these issues. I had two first time guests with me and they were not impressed. A really poor experience and i shall thin twice before coming again and certainly not bringing friends.

Lovely staff, very friendly & polite. Food delicious, coffee great. My ‘go’ to place to meet with friends with great shopping, for home & garden. Highly recommend!

Food good but service so slow, sat for 20 mins and then went and asked for some service!!! Then they brought food before drinks, not food, shame because such a nice place to meet up with friends

My friend and I booked a table for yesterday 23rd March for coffee and scone. Scones were fine my coffee was fine my friends Latte was cold. She asked the girls behind the counter if they could make her a hot one and their attitude was rather rude with eyes rolling. Making her feel uncomfortable. They took their time doing her a fresh one which thankfully was hot and drinkable. We did mention it to a young man on leaving who said he would speak to them. My friend and I have worked in the service industry all our working lives she a nurse and me in sales . Manners cost nothing but lack of manners and respect to your customer base may lead you to losing custom and having reviews like this about your staff.

Three people and we all chose the Buddha Bowl, we love it, so tasty. Also it’s gluten free which is a bonus for me . It’s always packed so service not always great.

Had a great lunch yesterday for my husband’s birthday., such a lovely relaxing atmosphere. Staff were very friendly, efficient & helpful & excellent food great presentation. as usual. No hesitation in recommending this delightful pub/restaurant. We certainly will be back again.

Went with 2 friends for coffee and cheese scones. Excellent scones, excellent service, ambient surroundings, favourite garden centre. Lovely atmosphere as usual. Tends to be a bit noisey but that’s only downside.

I was recommended this venue for Sunday lunch so I booked a table for my husband and I. It was extremely busy when we arrived yet we didn’t have to wait for a table and were warmly welcomed. Our order was taken promptly and the food arrived without delay. I had Roast pork and my husband had roast beef. The beef was a little tough but the pork was lovely and there was plenty of both. A full plate of Sunday lunch trimmings and a dish of fresh vegetable all of which were cooked to perfection and absolutely delicious. The service was excellent and it was very good value for money. In fact, we were so full that we could manage one of the delicious looking cakes and deserts. Maybe next time we will.

Had the Sunday roast, good food, large portion and came quickly. Excellent service. Only downside was smell of urinals

Nice food, good value for money and friendly service.

Excellent breakfast as always. Your staff are amazing.

Starter & main course were both superb & beautifully presented. Service was good too. Restaurant very busy for a Friday afternoon.

Once again had a lovely lunch, just love this place, it’s a hidden Gem, didn’t give quite 5/5 for atmosphere as it gets very loud when busy, so probably better to sit outside, but there is lovely somber music being placed through the whole of the Garden centre and restaurant, this is my favourite place xx

Good quality food with excellent service from friendly staff, albeit a bit pricey

Excellent service and amazing food- fantastic roasts and fish n chips.

Had a very enjoyable meal on what happened to be Mothering Sunday.

We booked to celibrate a family occasion, table of 8. Food was good and plentiful, . Service could improve in one ares, when ordering wine we had the bottle of red plonked and left on the table with the lid still on, none poured to taste. Atmosphere was nice but the big tables make it difficult to hear those on the other side. Staff were friendly and made us feel welcome. Still would happily be back

Breakfast was lovely as usual- absolutely no complaints from any of the 11 of us Many thanks