Had a lovely lunch, good value for money. Very friendly staff!
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – Colchester
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Had a lovely lunch, good value for money. Very friendly staff!
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterJust called in for a coffee and snack with friends, but always made very welcome, whatever the time.
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterWe had a lovely lunchtime meal with good service, but unfortunately found it a bit noisy which is no doubt due to the buildings construction. This meant that we found it difficult to hear each other, 4 of us all in our seventies
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterWe had breakfast here for the first time and i must say it really was very good, everything was cooked just right , service was very good and didnt wait too long at all for it to arrive. Will be going back without a doubt.
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterHighly recommend The Barn, food excellent, service excellent, then the joy of shopping for clothes or the garden before leaving.
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterLovely food but both drinks and food are expensive. Not sure we could afford to come again in this present climate. Maybe when costs go down a bit we would consider. Very enjoyable though .
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterSecond visit yesterday, and so pleased. Booking on line and confirmation response was very easy/ good. Reception, service, and food was excellent. Such a refreshing approach , needless to say will continue to visit as long as the quality remains the same Thankyou.
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterSmall but cosy,great staff,food fantastic, at last !decent veggie/ vegan food full of flavour ,not another veggie lasagne in sight!Took my meat eating Yorkshireman partner with me,big thumbs up,definitely be returning
Stoked Vegan BBQ – SouthendHad a lovely breakfast here , the staff were very attentive…..can’t ask for more.
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterLovely place to sit and catch up with friends and the service is brilliant. But the last two times I’ve visited we’ve been really disappointed with the food. Yesterday we had toasted Brie ciabatta. It was like eating a jam sandwich!!!! Could hardly find any Brie! Just the tiniest slither. We did mention this and we were only charged for one instead of two. The week before we had mushroom bruschetta which was ok but more like a starter than a main meal and very expensive at £11.95. Other meals I’ve had have been lovely but these last two visits have sadly been a disappointment.
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterAlways a lovely meal at Grumpys. Service fab, food and drink fab. Whole experience was fab.
Grumpys Diner – SouthendHad a wonderful lunch here yesterday. The service was first class the the food absolutely delicious. Would highly recommend a visit
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterWhen friends say "let's brunch" my go to is always The Barn Cafe. You need to book for good reasons...it's a lovely place to sit and catch up. The menu has good variety, the cakes are fresh and delish, the breakfasts use great quality tasting ingredients. On top of all that the staff are fabulous. Please remember to take cash to thank the staff. Enjoy!
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterLovely meal glad the menu changed since we last went. Only problem was it was extremely cold in there, we were on table one and the drought when the doors kept opening was dreadful. Just make sure when I book again I ask for a table nearer the inside.
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterQuick friendly service with attentive and welcoming waitress. I had the Buddha bowl and my friend the omelette. Both were delicious, nicely presented and fresh on the plate. The crispy kale in the Buddha bowl was so tasty. Really enjoyed our meal. I come regularly and always recommend the Barn Cafe to others.
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterThis remains one of my favourite places to go. Friendly and helpful staff and the food is always well prepared, presented and best of all tasty! Would really recommend.
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterWas suggested to visit and glad I took the recommendation. Service and food was fantastic. Not to mention I am a coffee snob and it was perfectly made. Thank you and look forward to future visits as some beautiful cakes on display that I need to try
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterAlthough a busy Saturday lunchtime, my friend and I had a delicious meal. The usual wait as it was freshly prepared but time to chat over a drink first. Don't mind waiting for food but drinks service could be improved upon.
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterBuy one main course and get the second one for a quid. Offer available all day Monday-Friday from 5 January 2026.
Get a glass of Prosecco for £3 every Friday between 5pm and 7pm.