Location: Colchester
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Best Cafe restaurants nearby. Discover the best Cafe food in Colchester. View Menus, Photos and Reviews for Cafe restaurants near you.. Colchester /ˈkoʊltʃɛstər/ ( listen) is an historic market town and the largest settlement within the borough of Colchester in the county of Essex.
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10. The Art Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 242 reviews
At the Artcafé we make delicious seasonally inspired food. Our breakfast menu from 9am -11am offers a wide range of dishes from a hearty Fry-Up with Crispy Homemade Bubble and Squeak, Drop Scones with Crispy Bacon & Maple Syrup to simply Lovely Porridge o
Reviewed By Penberth1
Came for lunch, and just got ignored. I eventually went inside and was told rudely that it is table service. Waited again, still ignored. Eventually ordered, but waited ages again for the food. Small portions, bland, very disappointing. Went in to pay, ignored again at the desk. Used to love this place, but has lost its way and they need to have courteous staff, not too much to ask.
9. The Essex Rose Tea room
Overall Ratings
4 based on 455 reviews
Reviewed By Mrs Rachel H
Stopped off for lunch on a busy summers weekend. Staff were friendly and service was quick. Delicious ploughmanâs lunch, a little on the expensive side, but typical of a Tiptree tearoom.
8. Maria's Vintage Tea Room
Overall Ratings
4 based on 130 reviews
Traditional English home made food..
Reviewed By susanmckie
We visited here for Sunday roast lunch, whilst staying at Mersea Island Holiday Park 5 minutes drive away. Four adults & 2 children dined and we had a lovely roast dinner, with starters & desserts. The tea rooms are small, and it was very busy, but the service was very good, and the food was lovely. Must book to avoid being disappointed, as it was very busy for a bank holiday weekend. Imagine this would be even more popular during school holiday times. Choice of chicken/pork £10.95 or beef £11.95 - all of which were very nice. Roast potatoes, and a selection of vegetables. Very pleasant meal, good service, and reasonable prices.
7. Cafe 21
Overall Ratings
4 based on 179 reviews
Cafe 21 is housed in a grade 2 listed building on Trinity St in the heart of Colchesters old town(just a few yards from The Library/ Marks & Spencers). Local,award winning suppliers bring us the best from the markets daily and We take great care turn the
Reviewed By Keith9999999
Popped in here again as we usually do when in Colchester. Can honestly say an excellent place for lunch. Nice secret garden at the back which you wouldnât know was there. Very friendly staff great food and perfect prices. Give it a try you wonât be disappointed.
6. Hall Farm Cafe Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 417 reviews
Reviewed By jomc868
our waiters and food were great. however we were prevented from giving a small bit of bread, cheese and banana to my 2 year old and told that we could only give her restaurant food. she is only 2 and doesn't eat restaurant food so instead of a nutritious snack we had to order cake for her !!!
5. Sip & Tuck
Overall Ratings
4 based on 118 reviews
Independent Cafe Bistro in the heart of Colchester. Serving Speciality coffee and Breakfasts through to Lunch and Evening Supper Clubs. Fully Licenced, 100 seat restaurant including 35m2 outside Courtyard. Vegan and Gluten Free options available.
Reviewed By Carol J
Was recommended to try this establishment by member of staff at the Castle Museum. He was not wrong. A friendly welcome and comprehensive menu greeted us. Falafel, hummus and salad for me, quiche, salad and chunky chips for her. This was followed by a huge slice of courgette and avocado cake. Delicious!!! We sneaked some caramel shortbread home for later. Pricing very good. It was only on the way home we realised we had a vegetarian lunch. Just goes to show you don't need to eat meat or fish for a great meal.
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4. Jacqueline's Tea Room
Overall Ratings
4 based on 415 reviews
We offer a varied selection of breakfasts, lunches, cakes, and are also very proud to offer a wide range of gluten free products including an indulgent afternoon or high tea. We have a variety of over 50 loose leaf teas and are sure to satisfy any palate.
Reviewed By Trek755458
My 65th birthday and husband surprised me with high tea. Attention to detail yellow rose on the table the biggest happy birthday balloon tied to the seat. The atmosphere was stepping back in time to the parlour in the 1940s accompanied by forties music. The quality of food was outstanding and service was second to none and very personal. A huge thumbs up and worth going out of your way to visit. Great choice of freshly made cakes etc. Considering everything is prepared to order the wait was not long. Thank you Steven Vaughan for the bunch of yellow roses at the end of our tea you made my dayOverall 20 out of ten â¤ï¸
3. The Gilt Rooms
Overall Ratings
4 based on 174 reviews
Reviewed By Lisaslifeblog
Me and my friend went here with a groupon voucher. Parking outside. Walked very regal and beautifully done. Weather was nice so went outside. We had bubbly bit neithe of us drink so we got offered a soft drink instead. And I'm not a tea drinker so got a coffee also. The selection of cakes and sandwiches come out. Egg mayo ham mustard cheese and pickle and a cream cheese and cucumber sandwich. Sponge cake . Lemon drizzle. chocolate éclair. And a macaroon. All sparkly and beautiful. When yiu think your full they bring out the scones. Well played well layed out. Beautiful would go again x
2. old bakery cafe
Overall Ratings
5 based on 83 reviews
Cafe, serving great coffee & tea. All day menu Selection of wine & beer
Reviewed By wendychivas52
I traveled half an hour each way to eat here, based on the reviews. A pet hate of mine is empty tables in tea rooms waiting endlessly for âbookingsâ, so I sat outside on a little table almost on the road. I ordered a Brie and cranberry sandwich on granary served with salad garnish and jackpot crisps, followed by a scone with jam and clotted cream. I thought they had forgotten my sandwich after a 40 minutes wait but it was almost ready. What can I say? It was certainly worth the wait!! Best sandwich Iâve ever had!! I had 2 delicious decaf lattés and then on to the fresh beautiful scone. I was disappointed it hadnât been warmed at first, but I neednât have been because it was superb! The only other time Iâve had clotted cream with scones was in my own tea rooms several years ago and this clotted cream was as good. Certainly worth traveling for. 10/10.Hi Wendy, I am so glad you enjoyed your lunch.It is such a grey area for us as to do we take bookings or not!!! Being so small we worry if people like yourself have made the effort to travel & then be turned away as we are full or like you say we have that short time of reserved signs & empty tables, which I appreciate does not look good!!! Hopefully we will see you again & with a seat inside.
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1. Timbers
Overall Ratings
4 based on 510 reviews
Simon, Ali and the team would like to welcome you to "timbers" our family run restaurant set in a gorgeous 400 year old timber framed building in the historic centre of Colchester. We offer well cooked quality food from our famous breakfasts using locally
Reviewed By Thenutty1
I met my friend for lunch today and once again the food was very out standing and service fantastic. The lovely Louise always welcome you with a smile and makes sure all is ok, I would highly recommend timbers itâs got to be the best in and around Colchester. Thank you Timbers Mandy
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