Reviews in Colchester

I have been coming here for a number of years usually with members of my family and every time we have been served by very friendly staff. The coffee and food delicious especially the scones. It is a very inviting cafe ,in warmer times it is lovely to sit in the outside area.recommend it highly.

Great meal can't fault anything ,Cheers.

We took our friends for a birthday lunch 23/9/23. We thought the service was great and food delicious. The duck was fantastic large fresh cod and chips and a quiche full of flavour. Desserts did not disappoint either. Roulade, ginger icecream, lime cheesecake and enormous walnut cake. Book or you will moss a table at this popular restaurant.

Food and service excellent and I have eaten here several times and never disappointed. Would like to see a better/increased choice of alcohol free beer/lager for those of us who are designated drivers.

Food and service excellent and I have eaten here several times and never disappointed. Would like to see a better/increased choice of alcohol free beer/lager for those of us who are designated drivers.

Lovely food, we had ham egg and chips, the chicken burger and the Buddha bowl. The staff were all cheerful and although it was busy the service was quick.

Met some friends for Sunday breakfast, as usual what a fantastic breakfast, boys had full English and my self and friend had acovado, , poached egg on sourdough, perfect egg it was just all so yummy, very friendly polite staff, the garden centre is so lovely, plants really healthy and not too expensive, perfect place to buy a special gift for a birthday, we will be back, Thankyou

Lovely outside seating area, food was good (sirloin steak on sourdough, plus very small salad garnish, tasted good but it came out more like a toasted sandwich on 50/50 bread, followed by a generous slice of moist carrot cake), service was very attentive, 10/10 to the staff. Would recommend and return for a visit.

First timers yesterday and brought my 96yr old friend. We both enjoyed our lunch choices and will be back again

Another lovely meal with a friend (Buddha bowl - Salmon linguine) fresh and very tasty. Staff friendly and attentive.

I visit monthly regularly with a group of 10 - it’s always really lovely, good food and excellent service. The food was a bit delayed this time unfortunately, which was surprising as I had preordered all of our breakfasts. They were very busy so I do understand. Booked already for our next visit. Thanks to all the staff

First time at the barn after lots of recommendations! It was FANTASTIC! We went for the breakfast and it was so good! It was really busy which was great to see, so if you are going make sure you’re not rushing because the waiting staff were doing the absolute best they could and they worked very hard, but with so many people things were a little slower! However, not the fault of anyone! Cannot wait to come back again!

Nice atmosphere, attentive staff, great portions and flavours

I wouldn’t like to write how many times I’ve eaten here. But, every single time the food is incredible regardless of breakfast or lunch sitting. Coffee takes a while, but it’s worth the wait when it does get to you. The staff are always freiendly. The restaurant is always clean and tidy. Highly recommended

Went here on the 2nd September for a Birthday celebration as a group of 7. As always the food was excellent it arrived quickly without any issues, the portion sizes are great and the food itself very tasty. The staff are also excellent, very attentive but not over bearing. We will be returning in the near future and would highly recommend this place to others.

Frequent visitor, meal was tasty. Only disappointment - tartare sauce consequences.

Service was not up to the normal standards. A little slow. This may have been due to the lack of staff

Lovely venue. Food tasty but menu is a limited especially if you are watching your calories. Staff friendly, good service.