Reviews in Colchester

My husband and I visited for lunch yesterday the food was delicious We really enjoyed everything Staff were very helpful

Really great food not the typical garden centre style . Lovely shop and plants as well

Delicious food, perfect portion size, fresh snd flavourful. Couldn’t ask for a more delicious lunch! Staff are polite and helpful. Good value for money.

Recently had breakfast at the Barn there Pancakes with fruit and yoghurt was delicious, I would recommend if you don't want traditional .

I hd a lovely lunch here with my sister (her first time) not mine. It’s always a lovely atmosphere and good food. Waiting staff are always friendly and accommodating. I find it better to book in advance as it can get quite busy but drop ins can mostly be accommodated but there could be a wait. All round lovely experience.

Excellent food and service as usual. The staff are always so kind and friendly. Lovely setting to enjoy a meal with family and friends.

I visit this cafe a lot mainly for coffee and cake and find there is always a good choice. Particularly for me as I am dairy free. However this week I came for lunch and was really disappointed in how little choice I had. I am not vegan so those options do not interest me. And therefore I ended up with a bowl of chips. Please offer more choice for lactose intolerance and dairy free customers.

Excellent collection of fish and lovely people, highly recommend

As always very friendly staff prompt service and a good selection of food . Cheers.

Waited an hour for our food and wasn’t even offered a free drink- just feel that the last 2 times has been the worst ever!

Once again, the service was extremely disappointing. 35 minutes before drinks arrived and 55 minutes for my breakfast. Although I think this is a lovely venue, I think the service is slow and the food and drinks overpriced. I very much doubt we will return.

For the first time ever, I was disappointed to have to wait over 40 mins for fish and chips. My friend eventually had to start her coffee and scone as it was getting cold. The staff finally apologised after I queried the delay, but it took the edge off our visit. Normally very good service here

Once again my wife and I experienced a wonderful lunch at the Barn Cafe. We both chose a Barn Burger, Grilled chicken breast with lots of elements. Our meals arrived in good time and as ordered. Each platter arrived with the advertised bowl of triple cooked chips, which were excellent. However, a few moments later an additional bowl of chips arrived much to our surprise and delight. Apparently “the kitchen” weren’t entirely content with serving the initial bowls. The service is always friendly and engaging whilst remaining professional.

Service slow tickets hadn't gone through and dont like you have only paying by card option

Lovely lunch, have been here several times. Always good service and tasty food. Would recommend

My friends and my go-to meeting place for morning coffee or brunch. Pleasant surroundings, friendly staff and tasty food! Often busy, which is a sign of a successful venue. Until the next time!

Really good food served by happy friendly staff in a comfortable setting surrounded by plants, gifts and everything you could want! Fill your boots!

3 friends having brunch together. We sat outside undercover in the new to us area. The service was slow but only because they were so busy...a testament to them..we didn't mind. The 3 ladies we were looked after by were all very smiley and personable. My granary bacon sarnie with fat removed and ketchup was a real treat. The others had avocado and poached egg on granary. Empty plates returned. The Barn is a great destination for food, relaxation, browsing an excellent choice of plants and more.