Reviews of Small Talk Tearooms and Gifts Colchester. (Coffee Shop) in Colchester (Essex).

Small Talk Tearooms and Gifts Colchester

380 Reviews

270 Comments

Coffee shop

Tea house

27 Eld Ln, Colchester CO1 1LS, United Kingdom

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Information of Small Talk Tearooms and Gifts Colchester, Coffee shop in Colchester (Essex)

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Reviews of Small Talk Tearooms and Gifts Colchester

Y. J. S.

Lovely tea place. People were nice and the food was as expected! Sakura tea had a full flavor and the scent kept so long. Darjeeling was nice as well. They have a cream tea and the presentation was so cute! Scone and clotted cream was very delicious. Clotted cream was so thick and creamy and scone was soft!

A. K.

Just had a fantastic afternoon tea. The staff are really friendly and can't do enough for you. They did a special tea for me, being a diabetic there is normally too many sweet treats. They changed it to replace some of the cakes with a mini ploughman's it was great 👍

P. W.

My partner and I visited for lunch on Good Friday and had a fantastic meal. The decor and vibe of the tearoom is amazing and the staff were welcoming and helpful. If you're looking for an old school tearoom, great teas, and a nice cream tea which is also great value for money, look no further!

Z. B.

Amazing here, come a few times. It’s always very yummy! Great prices Clean and tidy. Friendly and helpful staff. Beautiful decorations.

J. O.

Visited on a Saturday morning with a couple of friends. The staff was very attentive and friendly, the food came quickly, and the flavoured tea was delicious. A nice relaxing atmosphere and the decor takes you back in time.

L. B.

A wonderful accidental find. It was my first time in Colchester and I had to find somewhere to wait while a family member had an appointment and tucked away down the lanes was this darling gem. I love a tea room and Small Talk Tearooms didn't disappoint. Lovely selection of modestly price light bites, sandwiches and lunches are available and what looked like a lovely afternoon tea was being had on the table next to me. The tearoomes decor is very nostalgic of my Grandma's home which has a lot of fond memories for me. I loved looking around while I ate at all the old furniture and small trinkets and Nik naks. The food was lovely, the staff were all very welcoming and helpful when I realised I was lost and couldn't get back to my family member! I highly recomend you go visit if you are in the area. Practical info. This tea room has no parking, there is plenty of different sized tables from 2-6 person tables, children are welcomed and high chairs are available but I do not know if there are bottle warming facilities but there is no children's menu.

M. B.

Cute little vintage tea room, with lovely, friendly staff.... and the most amazing cream teas! I swear that teapot was bottomless.... The portions were very generous and even my sconeaholic other half couldn't quite manage to finish his! Definitely worth a visit 😊

M. A.

We ended up trying this tea room after not being able to get into one of the 'chain' restaurants, and I'm so glad the other place was full! What a delightful find. Beautifully decorated, friendly staff and delicious food. I love the baguette melts, particularly the Cumberland sausage one. We've been here several times now. Any visit to Colchester now involves a trip to Small Talk as far as we're concerned. At busy times you may have to queue for a short while, but the wait is worth it.

A. Z.

I really wish you notice that this amount of jam and butter is really not enough for two scones... The taste of the scones though - amazing.

M. B.

A beautiful tea room with a wide selection of hot drinks and food. Lovely atmosphere and feels as though the place has been taken out of a movie. Would definitely recommend if you are near by.

s. e.

The place looks lovely, with a great selection of breakfast dishes and drinks. I had the smoked salmon with avocado and poached eggs on a toasted bagel, and a latte, all was great. Friendly service and really good price. Would love to go again

M. D. J.

Afternoon Tea, delicious selection of sandwiches and cakes. Friendly staff, great value for money.

A. E.

Lovely traditional tea room. Excellent staff. First class cheese scones.

N. H.

My son & I visited on Saturday for an Afternoon Tea as a birthday treat. The waitresses were very welcoming & friendly. Food was delicious and very fresh, with a great selection of sandwiches & cakes. Good atmosphere, a fantastic afternoon out!

A. X.

Have passed this tea room loads of times but after a busy week succumbed to go in and have a Full English and pot of tea..the staff were very attentive and sat me at a table quickly..the tea came within minutes and I was enjoying a cup when my breakfast came..it looked delicious..was very filling..I especially loved the Cumberland sausages...the pot of tea seemed to keep going!!! The atmosphere was relaxed and a much needed rest for me..I will definitely visit again..the place is well worth a visit.. Well done to all the lovely servers.. and cook for such a fantastic experience..

A. S.

Found this charming ‘ye olde worlde’ tearoom that looked like it had travelled back in time while exploring Colchester. It was a full on experience of antique furniture, nick nacks everywhere and Lacey tablecloths. A busy space that surprisingly works by selling the dream of posh afternoon tea with granny. Excellent choices on menu, my mackerel salad was thoughtfully put together; with a complementary mixture of tastes, smoked fish with a boiled egg and creamy potato salad, peppery watercress salad, chunky Wholemeal bread and flavourful horseradish cream on the side, that made it all very very tasty. The tea selection was outstanding. Staff were very pleasant. Price was super affordable. I followed this with a slice of carrot cake that had a lovely creamy cream cheese frosting, (I’d have liked to see some raisins in the cake for texture, but it still was lovely) I will certainly go back and recommend a visit if you’re passing.

L. M.

We stumbled across this very pleasant and lovely atmosphere tea room. Had a lovely corn beef toastie with a special fruit tea recommend 1001 tea. Very clean place and very pleasant staff. Thank you. Don't miss this little treasure.

K. S.

Very nice Rose garden (black tea) and the classic egg Benedict (with ham) made to perfection. Nice environment and friendly staff.

S. W.

Lovely tea room, pretty decor and surroundings, charming. Lunch was very tasty. I loved the choice of music playing too!

S. H.

Very friendly location, lovely selection of homemade cakes, nice simple menu with something for everyone. I would say average prices for this type of venue but worth it. There is plenty of seating in a traditional setting, with vintage touches making it feel very cosy. We have been several times now and would thoroughly recommend it. Word of warning though Saturday between 12.30 and 2pm can get extremely busy.

K. J.

Hosted a baby shower here, the staff were so lovely and helpful, the afternoon tea was absolutely amazing, would definitely go back again!

A. y.

Had lunch and was lovely. The tearoom was a lovely place exactly what your looking for if your after the high tea

B. E.

Such a quaint, pretty tea room. The atmosphere was very relaxed, the services was excellent and the cream tea was yummy. I want to know how they made their scones so light and big 😊😋 I will definitely be returning.

D. W.

Thanks for the breakfast, the service Food was great, served with a smile Our waitress paid attention to what the kids would prefer

R. W.

I am SO glad that me and my mum went here for afternoon tea, we always try to find new places to try and this has been my favourite so far!!! The setting, staff and food were all incredible. I will 100% be returning here in the furture to enjoy more delicious food 😋

N. H.

Had what was supposed to be a light lunch and ended up having the most amazing meal! As a lover of scones and clotted cream these were fresh, crumbly, moreish and warm!!! Honestly so damn tasty and the other half still goes on about his turkey and brie panini he had which again was delish and a very generous portion. Would definitely recommend anyone to go and have a spot of tea and cake/scone and didn't realize but they have a sister tearooms in Chelmsford which is also pretty nice but this one is still my favourite.

B. D.

A hidden gem in the town of Colchester, much bigger on thr inside than it first appears. Great prices with a great service. Wonderful food and a fantastic choice of different teas. The decor is truly vintage, my new favourite tea shop!

S. M.

Decided to have lunch with a friend and the lunch was very delicious. The homemade cakes were even more delightful to look at and deciding what one to go for was hard to choose straight away but we couldn't say no. Delicious for sure and lovely people working in this oldie worldie tearoom with lots of antiques to look at and old memories playing on the radio.

J. T.

Lovely tea room in the heart of Colchester. Made to feel welcome, friendly staff and high quality service. Food was delicious. Thoroughly recommended.

N. J.

Lovely tea rooms. We had booked afternoon tea, all served beautifully, very tasty, great service. Perfect.

Y. 1.

Lovely days gone by atmosphere! Food and drinks were all absolutely perfect and the service was friendly, professional and at just the right pace. This was our first visit and it most definitely will not be the last! I have already recommended to friends and family too. Portions larger than expected, making it even better value and the quality is top class. You will not be disappointed with a visit here!

G. M.

An excellent and traditional style cafe. Traditional in style but with current high standards of service and menus. Well worth a visif when shopping in the heart of Colchester or visiting the historic town.

M.

Really friendly place. Beautiful decor inside. Fantastic selection of teas and tea blends. My wife loved her Eggs Florentine, and I enjoyed a vegetarian full English breakfast. The cakes are worth it too.

A. C.

Good and bad points; lovely tea room, spacious, and clean with a pleasant atmosphere. Staff very friendly, helpful and polite. Reasonably priced. Had to wait too long to be acknowledged and seated, it wasn’t busy but had to wait for ages to be shown to a table. The staff looked at us numerous times but didn’t acknowledge us. Cheese toastie had far too much cheese in, the crisps and side salad were lovely however. The jacket potato with cheese and beans was bland, the skin wasn’t crisp or anything like it should be, cheese was the pre-grated packet cheese which is awful, the salad was nice and fresh and a generous size. The apple juice was from a carton and was overpriced, the Rose lemonade was lovely. The chocolate fudge cake wasn’t great as it was the one made for heating up in the microwave. The sponge was a bit dry and not great flavour and the fudge icing was like glue. The Victoria sponge was a good size but very dry. Had to wait too long for plates to be removed and to order the cakes. Overall we enjoyed the tea room itself, staff were friendly but not attentive enough which meant too much waiting. Clean. Food was disappointing.

s. l.

Friendly staff, lovely choice of food and drinks and very very good prices. All set in lovely surrondings.

S. H.

Just been to the Colchester Small Talk Tearoom and without doubt this is a really cosy , back in the day beautiful cafe. The layout of dining is perfect and gives you that special feeling of having your own eating experience. The menu of choice is such that you would like to try everything! I opted for the fisherman's lunch and I was so pleased iit was perfect. I will be back for sure ..

p. n.

Good grub in a genteel surroundings. Reasonable prices.

S. A.

Absolutely lovely little tearoom, so glad we stopped in for lunch. There is a great selection of food and so many teas to choose from. The décor is wonderfully kitsch, and being located so close to everything this is a definite revisit.

P. S.

Spontaneous lunch in town. The cafe was busy but had space. Greeted by a very pleasant member of staff. Order was taken after a short wait as the staff were getting food to other tables. Food arrived not long after our order was taken. The food was very good. the staff kept apologising for the delay when there wasn’t one really. In the time I was there it was as busy time for the staff. I can not fault them. The food was fantastic, most definitely worth a visit for a nice lunch.

B. A. (.

A great place to eat very friendly staff from the moment you walk in and are seated at your table. Very quick to take you order and food and drinks arrived quickly and was hot .

G. P.

Lovely food and a good price

B. L.

Lovely friendly staff, absolutely beautiful and quaint decor and excellent value for money! The fry up was fantastic with great quality bacon and sausage, great selection of tea and coffee and the scones were delicious! Would highly recommend!

R. K.

Great place for a relaxed breakfast with a good vibe.

H. V.

Lovely English tearoom.

N. V.

Excellent food and wonderful, polite friendly staff. Will definately return.

M. B.

The lady was on her own today and she was amazing. It got quite busy and she was really patient with our two 4 year old's. I noticed she handled everyone in the tea room really well with the service.(you just had to be patient). We had a mixture of dietary requirements and there was something for everyone and it was all delicious.

T. W.

Staff amazing especially Isobella! Managed very well. Food is always on point compliments to the kitchen! Lovely atmosphere our favourite cafe in colchester

L. B.

Brilliant service, food was great. I had eggs benedict Portion size was more than enough great value and great timing. Overall great atmosphere. Although where I sat the sun was shining directly in my face. Will definitely be coming here again

A. B.

Lovely and quaint. Quiet and calming atmosphere although it was a little busy. My son took me in for a belated Mother’s Day treat. Really enjoyed my treat. We just had the cream tea with scones, clotted cream and jam. Beautiful.! The waitress was very friendly and welcoming, the service was quick a efficient. Definitely come back. Antonia x

B. D.

Had a lovely breakfast here! They are very accommodating, and you can basically make up your own if it's not exactly how you'd like on the menu. Drinks were good. Service prompt. The only reason I have given a 4 star and not 5, is because the toast that came with the breakfast was stone cold and chewy.

C. E.

Excellent service and the afternoon tea was very good and well presented . The cost was good compared to other venues I have been to.

P. H.

Helpful staff, nice atmosphere, pretty surroundings, quick service, lovely food. The cream teas are lovely. It's what I call a proper tea rooms. Would recommend for a nice lunch and chat with a pot of real tea. The price is also very reasonable.

M. O.

Recently moved here but I can definitely say this is my favorite place in town to get food. Every meal I've had has been sensational and so tasty. Love all the choices of tea and the staff are very friendly! The atmosphere is so cozy and inviting. Will never get tired of this place and their wonderful selection of foods!

M. G.

What a great place, great food, lovely cakes especial the dark chocolate cake looks sticky but it is a light has a feather a must try. And the team where friendly too. It got old world charm with antique furniture, cups and plates. Go on give it a try.

J. B.

Lovely food as always. Afternoon tea superb. The staff are always smiling and so helpful..ty

C. A.

Not our cup of tea. Felt like a hotel restaurant. For an older clientele and the menus was disappointed. Didn't end up eating in here as we couldn't find anything we fancied

J. W.

We had afternoon tea there it was lovely, reasonably priced and tasty. Friendly staff and good service. Defo will be back!

Y. B.

Very nice in here, welcoming. Keeping up with the rules & regulations to do with the pandemic. Staff were really nice too. Been a few times with my grand-daughter defintely will go back...

S. M.

Been here on many occasions, had a baby shower afternoon tea and it was amazing. Well catered for and the staff are lovely and work very hard to cater for all needs. The sandwiches were delicious. Thanks again

F. O.

This is an excellently decorated place, very 'in' just now with old eclectic furniture, including lovely wooden chest, I've been here about 4 or 5 times now and every chair is comfortable. They sell fruit teas (and others, green and black and such like) they also sell their fruit tea blends, to take home too, which are excellent! And they make beautiful scrambled eggs! Which can be ordered without the bread - indeed they very kindly cooked some tomatoes to go with it. Delicious! An excellent place, lovely people, great atmosphere, and NO beastly music! Very relaxing - a 'real' place.

T. B.

Lovely tea room, fantastic staff and wow the lunch menu was amazing. We stopped here for a pot of tea and a mocha, decided to have a bite to eat, was not disappointed! The lemon meringue is to die for. Staff are lovely too will be coming back soon!

N. H.

One of my favourite teashops in town. Has a feel of grandma's sitting room - drinking tea from her best china. This grandma is also a fantastic cake baker and the savoury snacks aren't bad either. Definitely worth a visit.

G. B.

Bustling yet not noisy, this quaint venue is well presented with good customer service. The food is good, not as tasty as I had hoped with a few of the luxuries skimped, not enough butter for the toast, not enough dressing/condiments for the salad. I’d still return though.

C. W.

My favourite little tea shop. They have such a wide selection of very flavorful teas, beautiful decor and ambiance, and the cakes are always so delicious and moist. It's lovely to come here with a friend, put all electronics away, and step out of your day for an hour or two and just relax over a lovely pot of tea. Or, if you're alone, step inside and simply sit, enjoying the feel of the place while you enjoy your tea, soaking it all up and relaxing.

j. t.

Such a wonderful place. The wife and I just happened to be passing and stopped in for a quick cuppa. Decor is amazing felt like we had gone back to our grandparents, with a lovely warm feel, accompanied by quant tea pots and cosies. Food was amazing, quality was great. Quantity was perfect. And staff where exceptionally friendly and welcoming. Will be returning Everytime we visit the town :)

C. K.

My daughter and I had a snack, I had cheese on toast I really enjoyed it I will be returning. I loved the look of the café with the old fashioned furniture it reminded me of when I was younger

C. G.

Lovely, "old timey" 30's style tea rooms. It's like sitting in your Granny's living room. Staff were friendly, polite and attentive. Food reasonably priced, and very tasty. The selection of teas and coffees is extensive. Highly recommended.

R. C.

An old fashioned type tearoom. Good coffee, friendly helpful staff and tasty cheese scones. My wife had told me of this place, but it was my first visit. I have a feeling that we may become regular visitors.

M. W.

Food was lovely and arrived very quickly, and there's a good selection of options plus an extensive tea menu. Café is nicely laid out and decorated. Only thing that let it down was being hounded by the waitress who asked 4 times to take our order within about 10 minutes of us entering the building, even though we were very obviously still reading the menu. I also heard her barking "Are you ready to order yet?!" at another table! There were at least 2/3 empty tables so I don't know why there was such a rush! I felt very pressured and like I'd annoyed the waitress by coming into the café in the first place! If the staff adjust their approach this will be a lovely place for a quick lunch.

J. C.

Great coffee, great service. Wonderful cheese & ham toasties!

L. W.

Lovely food, often go here for a tasty home cooked lunch. The menu is a limited but they often have specials in a board. Good for baked pots sandwiches and Quiche.

J. D.

Does the best ploughman's ever!

K. P.

This is my absolutely favourite new place. I can’t explain peace and calm you feel surrounded by amazing decor and choice of background music. Totally delicious menu choices and I am already thinking about what to have next time. With such lovely friendly staff and great prices I think my next visit will be very soon.

C. I.

I love coming here, it is so relaxed and very friendly. The menu has a fabulous selection (the Welsh rarebit is my favourite) and some great tasting teas. Highly recommended.

d. m.

Friendly staff, lovey atmosphere, classic decor with a hint of modern. Wide range of teas to try out, and the food was delicious. I went on a Friday at lunchtime and the place was packed, had to wait 10 minutes for a table, but it was well worth it.

M. C.

First visit here yesterday & loved it. What a quirky tea room the decor is beautiful. The food delicious & the staff all so bubbly & friendly. We will be back x

J. B.

Great staff, great value, great food and big selection of teas. Highly rate

R. A.

Beautiful small old fashioned tea room with great meals.

L.

I was visiting Colchester with an American friend and wanted to show him a traditional English tea room. These are hard to find nowadays. But Small Talk fits the bill! It has a good range of tea and cakes, stylish vintage decor that looks as if it has been there a century (it hasn't, it's a relatively new business). The service was efficient and polite and the prices were reasonable too.

A. C.

Stopped for breakfast in this delightful place. Delicious full English. Will visit again. Highly recommended

H. W.

Lovely place and staff good food does not rush you recommend and a lovely place in the past

S. G.

Brilliant little gem and wonderful staff. We was welcomed and treated excellently! Thank you so much 💓

J. B.

We love this place , it's like a step back in time with all the furnishings ...lovely friendly service and a great menu !!! This gets very busy so be prepared to wait for a table on occasions ...

L. Y.

It is a Victorian style cafe and it matches my style. Food is brilliant and waitress's are really nice.

S. S.

Such a rare + different, beautiful retro decore. Like going back in time. Vintage music in the background. Perfect customer service. And the best ever breakfast sausages. Xx please open another branch in Bury st Edmunds.

M. N.

Go there any time - during the week or Sunday for brunch. Food is homemade and service is friendly. Ambience makes you feel that you are sitting in someone's home parlour in a bygone era. Warning though - accepts cash only.

E. G.

Lovely little tea room Staff lovely polite and helpful Nice choice of food and you get a good portion Relaxed atmosphere and tables spaced out nicely

P. C.

Enjoyed a delicious English breakfast. Also some really helpful service provided in tailoring choice of meal

J. A.

Absolutely lovely little place friendly staff and lovely food quickly served, very very quaint, cakes looked lush but didn’t have room for a bit 😉

C. F.

Very welcoming pritty little place can get busy managed to get my wheel chair in lots of mums and little one s here today

J. A.

A very friendly old fashioned large tea room which sells a large selection of hot and cold food. Very popular - reasonably priced and good value for money. Very good service. Very clean.

C.

Lovely atmosphere and food. Recommended.

C. L.

Lovely tearoom. Pot of tea with a tea cosy great touch. Scones and cakes scrumptious. Wish they were nearer but will be going back before Christmas.

S. P.

A must to visit. Lovely atmosphere, great service from friendly staff and definitely value for money

Z. B.

I had been in there before and thought to treat my parents in there over the last weekend. Not a bad price either. It has lots of old fashioned decor in there as well.

b. s.

Very nice tearoom with lovely food and cakes

J. L.

Friendly service, great cakes, good selection of teas and coffees.

B. O.

Some of the best teas i have ever tasted as someone who does not normally drink different teas (for the childish of us 1001 nights tastes like a chewy drumstick lolly) and good food, sometimes a bit busy but worth it

D. T.

Wonderful hidden gem. Great tea shop, very friendly staff. Perfect breakfasts. A definite must visit spot.

k. b.

Reminds me of grandma's house years ago, lovely friendly staff,plenty of choice in drinks and food,good price will definitely be back

D. W.

Lovely atmosphere. Good food at very reasonable prices. A particularly good afternoon tea in my opinion!

C. P.

I always come here when I visit Colchester. I am never disappointed. Good service, good value and love the look of the place.

H. S.

I lovely place to have tea. Nice setting friendly staff

S. C.

Food is lovely nice atmosphere, staff friendly and polite and not to expensive. , well worth a visit 👍

D. O.

Love love this place,staff are so friendly, the decor is beautiful you feel like you are at home, the ploughman's is the best I've had loverly verity menu, and tea pot comes with cosy. A must for afternoon tea.

C. D.

Super cute little tea shop, large, varied, reasonably priced menu. Delicious eggs benedict and fruit scone. Highly recommend!

S. S.

The tea room looks amazing and comfortable, the staff is very friendly, the savoury is simple but nice and the desserts are delicious. It's really worth the detour.

E. T.

Lovely place too meet up with friends not to busy lovely staff too food lovely

M. F.

Lovely relaxing friendly place. And the food is top notch. Didn't have to wait for food either. Would highly recommend it. X

D. S.

Amazing place so quaint with all its little bits and bobs, food and service was excellent as was the price. You must visit the tearoom to experience it for yourself you will not be disappointed

A. A. B. W.

Excellent morning coffee and toasted teacakes. A real find. Lovely setting and fantastically friendly staff. Thank you.

S. H.

Just enjoyed delicious soup, omelette and cakes here. Staff very friendly. Would definitely recommend

J. E.

Absolutely fabulous in all respects, food, presentation, service and prices. Good for breakfast, lunch or tea this is how a tearoom should be.

P. H.

Great coffee and walnut cake and the scones are good too. A wide selection of teas and nice coffee all in a bygone setting

C. B.

Lovely tea room - LOVELY full English breakfast. Even if you need to wait 10 mins for a table, it's more than worth it!

D. J.

Fantastic tea room. Friendly and efficient staff. Amazing selection of teas and you won't be disappointed with anything from the menu!

I. M.

Good food, tea and staff soft spoken and smiling.

E. A. K.

This is a lovely new cafe with a great atmosphere. So far, I've only tried two types of tea, with a toasted teacake. I will definitely be back for more!

J. W.

Wonderful find. Great range of sandwiches. Try the Russian Caravan tea - tons of flavour. Very comfortable and great service.

R. S.

Love this place fav place for me and mum to go and get away for a bit. Staff are lovley and welcoming food is fab and delux hot choc is amazing. Would defo recomend

R. S.

A secret place hidden behind Tom's wood yard. We'll worth finding Great food, nice surroundings and helpful staff

L. D.

Afternoon tea was great. Loveley vintage decor. A wide choice of tea. Staff polite and friendly.

d. s.

Absolutely lovely welcoming and warm and the food is good too. Will definitely be going again

C. T.

Great food, very clean, reasonably priced. Nice clean toilets. Friendly staff. 👍

L. R.

Very helpful and efficient staff. Food great. Good pricing. Attractive and roomy setting. Definitely recommend.

A. C. 9. L.

It's quieter and more relaxed than the chain coffee places and the food is fresh. Lovely staff, more food choices than the chains.

Y. J.

Very quaint with friendly staff. Amazing selection of teas. Lovely breakfast

T. F.

Absolutely wonderful cafe. Had coffee and toasted tea cakes.not expensive. Highly recommend. Angela & Trevor

C. W.

Nice enough food was reasonable service ok quiet enjoyed it. Found it a little crowded and packed but over All nice enough for the money 😊

T. O.

Always great, friendly service and really tasty food. Reasonably priced and daily specials menu.

R. G.

Beautiful! Lovely atmosphere. Friendly welcoming staff. Good food. Must visit.

D. K.

Lovely. Lovely food and the layout + the ambience of the establishment and also staff very pleasant and helpful. Thank you.

T. C.

Lovely place. Calm, quiet, friendly and polite staff. Delicious tea and food.

A. T.

Very relaxing environment. My first visit, will go again. Excellent service.

T. B.

Lovely food and staff are friendly. Great brunch location

E. H.

What a lovely place! I had no idea how spacious it is when you get inside. Child friendly and calm and relaxed. Try the Kashmir Chai!

L. F.

First visit but will return. Friendly staff, lovely food and coffee. Old fashioned and nostalgic.

J. R.

Beautiful little cafe with very pleasant staff. Great for a cuppa and cake.

M. L.

Excellent service. Kind attentive dog friendly.

J. W.

Excellent food.... Excellent surroundings, really friendly staff, highly recommended, for just beverage or food or both

c.

The coffe could be better but the food is very good, and the prices are great. Lovely place!

I. W.

Lovely cafe: great character with all the Edwardian and Victorian decor. Excellent food, and staff lovely and friendly

E. A.

Really cute little place. Would have my house like this if I could, but feel as though the food leans toward the bland side

g. w.

I love this old fashioned little tea room. When I sit in there I could be back to the fifties in my grandmother's house.

M. B.

Perfect little tea room as you would hope and expect.... have a full meal or just a cheeky bit of tea and cake!

A. R.

Loved it food excellent staff very friendly

M. “. G.

Lovely staff lovely food, always friendly no matter what time you go in, I would recommend this place

A. Q.

Highly recommended. Lovely environment and atmosphere, great food and professional service.

K. M.

Really lovely surroundings , menu and staff very enjoyable would differently recommend and will visit again

J. D.

Had a lovely time and the food was great.

M. N.

Very busy, but just like the one in Romford 👌

M. E.

I thought it was a bit of the old days - and I liked that. Definitely on my list to return.

s. c.

Lovely staff , Good range of food at reasonable price .

S. A.

Lovely place. Never fail to have tasty food and super service x

p. m.

Great place for drinks and food as usual. Staffed by welcoming friendly ladies.

R. H.

Excellent value excellent service very friendly recommend to go there any time

s. m.

Very nice establishment..perfect place to take your mum for lunch ..fantastic atmosphere

P. D.

Peace, tranquility, good food and coffee. Friendly staff and comfortable chairs. Just like grandma's front room.

B. S.

lovely staff ,great snacks lovely setting my favourite place for lunch

C. S.

Lovely place! I had superb eggs florentine and the best lemon merengue pie ever!

j. m.

Really nice tea rooms,excellent service and sensible prices.

G. W.

Lovely atmosphere. Could do with more gluten free options.

M. J.

Had some great meals, from this tea room, Mike from Manchester, 10/10....superb....

A. K.

good food. great selection of tea. 40's decor.

A. D.

Very good staff they're all professional good food as well as good staff boss hang on to these sstaff there brilliant

Z. L.

Not keen on the salad. Often a bit brown.

L. B.

Great scones and cakes a lovely lot of tea staff are very friendly

G. k.

Very lovely, comfortable, clean and the staff are polite. Would go again.

S. C.

Lovely little tea room. Very friendly, nice atmosphere.

a. p.

Step in to a time warp and transport yourself back in time Tea in a China cup and cream teas to savour Eggs Benedict to bring happiness like only a mother bring

A. P.

Lovely little find. Food was lovely . Staff very friendly.

V. A.

Very cosy tea room. Coffee and cake was very good

A. O.

Lovely and clean. Very friendly and food delicious

S. K.

Absolutely brilliant. Really friendly and good food.

D. R.

Good friendly service and great meal! Excellent

P. J.

Lovely traditional English place ... Staffs were very nice

S. D. C.

Lovely tea rooms very clean great staff great food very good tea.

L. E.

Went here for mothers day with my daughter good and staff were lovely.

D. M.

Lovely food, nice ambience and friendly staff.

V. B.

Best tearoom around nothing bad to say about it absolutely lovely

P. K.

Second time I've been there and would definitely recommend it to everyone

L. C. Y.

Delicious food, cosy and friendly environment, reasonable price

H. M.

Good atmosphere and food selection. Reasonable prices.

B. “.

First time for me but not for my girlfriend, really nice place and atmosphere will go again.

S. H.

Lovely ambience, friendly staff and great food and service, highly recommend

N. J.

Omg extremely good . Scones good, jam good, tea too good .. just go and try

S. R.

A very aesthetic tea room and a lovely light lunch 😊

M. G.

Hah a lovely afternoon tea here previously, then breakfast last week.

P. S.

Always a good place for coffee or lunch and all day breakfast! I go regularly.

x.

Lovely food and friendly environment and locally sourced.

r. b.

Lovely place to eat busy but worth wait

s.

Fantastic tea (large range!) And superb fresh scones and cakes

L. H.

Best place for brekkie! Manager soooo nice and friendly. Highly recommend 😍

s. w.

Lovely food in lovely surroundings. Will visit again.

c. u.

Excellent food and quaint and restful surroundings .highly recommended.

P. G.

Lovely vintage feel, nice atmosphere. good coffee.

S. C.

First class as always, friendly staff and food is lovely.

D. B.

Good food and lovely service with attentive staff

J.

My mum loves it here very friendly

J. W.

Friendly, ambient, lovely fresh scones. Thoroughly recommended

J. C.

First class service .clean good food .plenty of choice

M. M.

Excellent little tea room, fab lunch at a fab price

J. C.

Very nice place to visit Cosy decor . RELAX. AND ENJOY . EXCELLENT FOOD ON OFFER.

M. W.

Loved this place and will go back great food

L. S.

Lovely place to go for light lunch or a cheeky bit of cake

A. H.

Staff were friendly and the food was tasty

M. M.

Lovely menu, friendly staff

K. C.

First visit, very pleasant atmosphere, great staff. Thank you.

k. c.

Delicious food and friendly service in a beautiful tea room

S. C.

Excellent all round eating and drinking place.

R. M.

Sweet, quaint cafe. Worth a visit if you appreciate things from the old.

T. G.

Lovely staff, great food

Y. V.

Great place to eat and good atmosphere.

M. R.

lovely food and atmosphere

T. D.

Lovely food and excellent atmosphere

J. O.

Nice little lunch at reasonable price

L. S.

Lovely surroundings, great food

J. G.

Clean, friendly service and excellent food

S. S.

Lovely service great food

D. S.

Lovely oldie worldie feel and great service

T. B.

Great staff, great selection of teas.

L. B.

Lovely tearoom, highly recommend.

C. S. H.

Good service, reasonable prices

J. R.

Good choice off food. Friendly staff.

B. P.

Lovely place for lunch

J. G.

friendly service quiet setting absolutely wonderful

E. M.

Friendly service and lovely cherry pie!

L. B.

First visit,will definitely be back.

P. H.

Great place

J. H.

Lovely food and service

r.

Great place to eat n chill

M. M.

What a lovely place!

L. B.

Love these vintage style tearooms

B. C.

Lovely place and wonderful service.

M. R.

Best coffee in Colchester

s. h.

Great service and food

H. P.

Quick service good staff

C. M.

Great food and service

C. S.

Great place great food

D. D.

Great tea

P. P.

Lovely old style tearoom

A. B.

Mother likd it so its a winner!

D.

Quality food. Recommended

K. H.

Wonderful

l. s.

Very good x

G. H.

Good of fashioned tea room

A. L.

Great food

M. M.

Lovely, as always!

L.

Very cozy place

T. J.

Beautiful food

U. I.

Good

J. M. W.

Lovely staff.

L. L.

Fabulous place to find

C. H.

Lovely tearoom

D. F.

A beautiful place

T. D.

A little gem.

J. J.

Nice place

J. T.

Love this place

A.

Great place

M. C.

Lovely quaint cafe, lovely staff and food was great, and good value.

R. D.

(Translated) The atmosphere of the teahouse transports you to that aristocratic coquettish time of beautiful dresses, hats, gloves and gentlemen in elegant costumes and the food is incredibly delicious with very smiling staff 🥰 Thank you very much XXX (Original) Обстановката на чайната те пренася в онова аристократично кокетно време на красиви рокли, шапки, ръкавици и джентълмени в изискани костюми а храната е невероятно вкусна с много усмихнат персонал 🥰 Thank you very much XXX

I. S.

(Translated) Friendly place good food great service (Original) Przyjazne miejsce dobre jedzenie super obsluga

H. S.

(Translated) Good place for lunch or for tea with delicious pastries (Original) Goeie plek om te lunchen of voor thee met heerlijk gebak

L. K.

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