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My friend and I met for a breakfast, as we do fairly regularly . As always, the food was delicious, well presented and freshly prepared. Staff were friendly, helpful and efficient and the whole dining experience was relaxed & enjoyable. Love the place and would recommend it any time.
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterLunch with friends proved to a very enjoyable occasion. The service was friendly and efficient. The menu was extensive with plenty of vegetarian and fish choices and the portions were generous. We will definitely come again.
The Bakers Arms – IngatestoneFabulous Fabulous Had the slowed cooked lamb that was cooked by the chef. Have got to say that this was one of the best meals we had tasted in a long long time. The quality and tenderness of the lamb cutlets was absolutely delicious. This quality of food is rarely matched and this meal would not have gone out of place in such eating establishments such as the Ivy and Le Caprice Restaurants
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterExcellent food n service, haven't been here for years but will certainly be back soon.
The Bakers Arms – IngatestoneSunday lunch was generally good a bit short on meat. Two fairly small slices of beef seemed a bit mean. Good veg and roast potatoes.
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterWonderful Sunday lunch, and although the usual delicious 'roasts' were on the menu, my husband and I opted for the Chef's Special- Tuna Tartare. It was sublime and beautifully presented. As always, the staff were welcoming, warm & friendly which all made for a lovely relaxing atmosphere, and we really enjoyed the whole dining experience.
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterThe barn cafe is my go to place for lunch with friends, food is fab, staff always cheery and of course a great garden centre to add to the experience
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterEnjoyable breakfast as usual with plenty of choices . Restaurant very crowded yesterday but staff ran around efficiently as usual .
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterBreakfast was very good , but the staff were very unfriendly, delayed taking orders and serving the food . I felt that the staff were all stressed and does not how to handle large groups!
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterWe held a special birthday party with around 35 people, although there was plenty of room for more. We had the restaurant and the outside patio area which was beautiful with lots of shade as it was a hot day. Everything was perfect the staff were very attentive and helpful the food was outstanding- the whole thing couldn’t have been better. We had a local guy who sang for a couple of hours he was great - picked by Tom Jones on The Voice. Thank you Jane for making the whole thing happen we had the best time.
The Bakers Arms – IngatestoneExcellent food nicely presented, nice portions and an incredible staff what more could you want
Stoked Vegan BBQ – SouthendAs a vegetarian visiting the area I was very happy to have stumbled upon Stoked….and it didn’t disappoint. So refreshing to find plant based food that’s been thought about rather than the bog standard fare that I could cook better at home. When I go out to eat I want something delicious that I don’t cook for myself and that’s what we got. The meat eaters in our group agreed. Service and ambiance superb, relaxed but attentive, cosy but private and then there’s the cocktails…made to your specific taste. Service and attention to detail, like this, is hard to come by, it was a culinary experience at a very affordable price. We love, love, loved it and our only regret is that we don’t live closer!
Stoked Vegan BBQ – SouthendLovely village pub with great gardens. Ideal in summer months.Good food too.
The Dukes Head – Bishops StortfordHad never been to the Bakers Arms so wasn’t sure what to expect. The menu was great and the food was delicious -plenty of it. My husband had the pie and said it was one of the best he’s tasted. We had no room for a dessert unfortunately. All the staff were very friendly. We will definitely return.
The Bakers Arms – IngatestoneNever disappointed. Compliments to the chefs
The Ship Gidea Park – RomfordLovely breakfast as always! If you are vegan you are a bit limited to what you can have, but none the less the vegan breakfast is my favourite and a great take on a classic! Always love coming here!
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterHad the braised pork shoulder with papparadelle pasta in a lemon and herb sauce. The meat was tasty and tender, the sauce had a nice hint of citrus and the portion size was ideal for a lunchtime treat. Our waitress was attentive. All in all a very pleasant lunchtime.
The Barn Garden Centre Cafe – ColchesterHands down the best restaurant I’ve ever been to, food is amazing and it’s just a perk that it’s vegan. Service is always excellent and can never fault the quality. Have recommended and will continue to recommend to everyone I know.
Stoked Vegan BBQ – SouthendBuy 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.
