Allen's of Caledon in Dungannon

Food good as usual but getting very expensive. Over £13 for a small fry and a mug of coffee ! Other places locally would be £8/9 for similar and just as good if not better.

Always pop in for a coffee and a delicious home made scone - both are so delicious! Perfect for a treat on the go or sit in. Service is always so friendly. It’s a lovely way to start my day.

Delicious food and coffee! Highly recommend! Warm and cozy vibes, plenty to look around and a great varied menu, the fry is 😍😍

Went to this beautiful exterior of a cafe today but extremely disappointed with the whole experience. From the minute we walked in no acknowledgement of custom. Waitresses did not engage or interact in any way. Place was cold and no atmosphere. No water available and coffee never arrived or food after a lengthy wait. We left unfed and got meal refunded. Never got to look round shop as it was the worst experience. Do not recommend. Will not return.

Have stopped off at Allen’s Caladon many times to meet up with friends, the food is tops , and well priced that’s the plus , but the service is very very slow even when they are not busy. ….. the area near the toilet is so cold a bit of heat would not go a miss. … maybe more staff ?????

Discovered this place by accident on the way to Cavan. Had a light lunch which was enjoyable and filling and we did not need an evening meal in our hotel that night. Called back on the way home for late lunch / mid afternoon snack and bought 2 pictures in the attached furniture and homeware shop ( the stock is different and is a mixture of never in a month of Sundays (some of this is good quality but just not my taste) to must buy (we bought 2 pictures which are hanging on the walls of our home. Food was tasty and filling and at a very acceptable price. Went back today to get another picture. Found one that will need reframed. Had lunch Pasta special in a carbonara sauce with a plate of chips and coffee. Was both tasty and very filling so that we could not face one of their sweets which looked very tempting. Total cost a very reasonable £21. Will be going back - some good places in the area to visit with a good eatery to does make an enjoyable day out. Found the staff helpful and friendly.

HAppen to be passing. Called in for brew and something to eat. Across the road from the cafe was about 10 police bikes. Knowing that Prince Charles was in the area put 2 and 2 together. HAve to say the order was taken and quite slow in getting the food. Also, have to say three orders were in front of me. Food came as ordered was nice to have not commercial bread. All was as ordered. Guess it will be a while before they are as busy again.

Went today with one 3 yr old , stopped for ice cream outside then looked around the shop. At the ice cream counter neither of the two female staff greeted us , they continued doing what they were doing. There was no other customers at that time. The woman who served me was unpleasant, unhelpful, uninterested , it was just too much trouble for her. When It came to pay I had to go from one end of the shop to the other to pay separately for ice cream and other items I bought, even though I asked could I pay for ice cream and other items all together and was told yes. Overall a very unpleasant experience for this establishment. I felt that my custom wasn’t wanted , there was no receipt offered and I was charged £7.50 for 2 scoops of ice cream and one coffee. There was no price list displayed for ice cream. A certain snootiness hangs in the air. My custom is as good as anybody elses. I had seen a large furniture item I was definitely interested in but decided I couldn’t proceed with it due to the above. I left feeling relieved to be back outside again . Will not be returning.

After reading reviews I decided to take my friend here for lunch as it is only a short distance from where I live. I liked the idea of being able to get a bite to eat whilst also being able to have a browse in the shop afterwards. From the minute we walked in the door we felt uncomfortable and unwelcome. It wasn't clear whether we were to take a seat first or if we should go up to the till. We went up to the till where an ill mannered women stood. I had to ask if lunch was still being served. I was told that all that was left were sandwiches and wraps. I looked around to see if it showed what type of wraps or sandwiches one could order and no where was there a menu to be seen. I then had to ask if they had a menu. I was then handed a menu in silence. I told her what we wanted and then came the payment. I asked if they took card, I was told they only took northern cards ? I then asked ok is there an ATM nearby I was told no and that the post office only took northern cards? There was no further attempt made to find another solution for this. I stood and said well I don't know what to do then? A younger worker at this point then asks if we had euros in cash. Luckily one of us did. I then had to ask do we seat ourselves or do we wait for the food ? I have never felt so uncomfortable in a cafe. The younger girl nicely told us she would bring it down to us. We went and found a seat somewhere. The food was brought out by the older women and she asked 'what drinks did you order again? ' my friend ordered a tea and I got water. The women then brought me over a glass, she had her hand inside the glass as she put it down infront of me. Unacceptable in any case but especially during a pandemic to have your hand inside a glass for a customer is just inexcusable. I at this point didn't even feel comfortable to ask for a new glass. We also at this point asked for cutlery and we were told bluntly 'its over there'.The sandwich was fine but at this point the standard of the food was irrelevant. As one can imagine we didn't really feel like browsing around the shop when we finished our food. We left as soon as we could and we dont plan on ever returning.

Allen's is a lovely mix of things, food, coffee, clothes, furniture and stamps. This beautiful postcard pretty village with cut stone buildings that go back a few hundred years. Allen's is three of them. Normally you enter and the buzzer alerts the staff that a customer has arrived. Your first encounter is the little nook that the Post Office presents surrounded by homewards. Then more upstairs as well and then the coffee shop. Even with Covid 19 there is lots of room to socially distance. This visit found the whole shop twisted around. So clothing has taken over the entrance and homewards moves down the shop. The coffee shop has an exit and a hatch which passing drivers pop up to rather than go through the shop. We had a lovely coffee and scones. The bad news is that there is no gluten free options at the moment. Luckily my wife was allowed take in some gluten free cake from the car. Glad to see it open again.

Allens is a magical place. It is not just a coffee shop but sells furniture, homeward and lovely nick backs for the Christmas. We only stopped for coffee but ended up staying longer to shop. The shop goes into two stories and three houses in the street. There is ample on street parking. The shop is on a busy street corner so beware when crossing the street. The staff are lovely and no questions on allergies are too difficult for them to answer. We spent so long in the shop we had to get take away cups for our coffee as we were running late for our meeting in Dublin. There is a post office in the shop which is quaint and useful at the same time. You can buy a gift have it wrapped and mail it from the shop. Christmas gift on its way. A kick start to the Christmas !

We live close to Allen’s so call in regularly for breakfast, lunch or coffee & cake. All the cakes & coffee are delicious. They usually have a special for lunch but I’d recommend the Chicken goujon salad from the regular menu.

Nice place to break the journey from Dublin to Donegal. Ideal for a tasty bit of food and the waitresses are very friendly. Lovely furniture and homeware shop in the building. Reasonable prices.

We stopped off here again but we cut it fine as they close at 5pm on the dot. So it was a rushed cup of coffee and cake. For other travellers be aware as Allen's like to close promptly. Apart from that this marvellous furniture store, coffee shop and post office is a quirky place for food.

Stopped here mainly due to its tv adverts so expectations high Beautiful shop with so much nice furniture and effects spread over umpteen rooms and cafe was adequate for snack type lunch quickly served and by friendly staff so no problem returning if we were in the area Parking very handy and quite a few about for a tuesday

Lovely spot.....had tea and the scones scrumptious!can take out tea/coffee also.the wheaten bread best i have ever tasted!definitely worth a visit if in caledon.....keep up the good work!

It is ages since I have been here. My wife and I were returning from our trip to the U.S. We were tired and pulled into Allen's for coffee only. You are always greeted with a smile and good service. The only problem with this coffee shop is not its fine food but all sorts of furniture and household utensils. We pottered about the shop as you do at our age and then you see a utensil you never saw before and suddenly you feel the need to buy it. There is nothing wrong with that of course. Our only complaint was my wife's " flat white", which had a tad too much milk. Otherwise everything else was excellent. A fantastic shop and lunch stop.

One gal was running the show in this quirky little place attached to a furniture store/interior decoration place. Pretty brilliant way to have a solid business in a small town, really. Both coffee and tea were good. Hubs had the full Irish breakfast with sausage and meats, but I only wanted the eggs. Our server was kind enough to add mushroom and tomato for me at no cost. Both the soda and the potato cakes were spot on, and everything came out fresh and quick. A great value--- I want to say it was only L4? Like really, really good and generous for the money!

A lovely place to stop, browse & have s very enjoyable lunch. Although the eating area is quite small, the choice is great and when you’re finished you’ll have to browse their fine selection of kitchen ware, clothes & furniture.

I have stopped here a few times and have found the food good. at a more recent visit however I found the food good but the service terrible. called in for a quick bowl of soup and 15 mins later I had to ask for it as I was on a schedule. eventually it arrived by which time my partner had finished his coffee. There seemed to be one person doing the food and even though all wanted was soup it could not be served until this person was finished making sandwiches for a group of people. the other staff member was putting cutlery into the stand. very frustrating.

We always come here and are never disappointed - good choice of food and naturally one browses too - do not miss it!!

Happened to be driving through Caledon yesterday and wandered into this shop and I am so glad that I did. The interiors shop itself is lovely but it's when you go upstairs that the real treat begins as it leads you into an old house with a warren of rooms all beautifully decorated with great ideas. Staff were really nice, friendly and helpful but not 'on top' of you, if you know what I mean. Wished I could have stayed longer and sampled their delicious looking cakes but I will definitely be back. Well worth a visit if you're in the area and looking for decorating ideas.

Have always found myself passing through Caledon on my way to Enniskillen admiring their lovely window display but never having time to stop. Thought I'd remedy this recently while travelling with my mum and sister. Got parked at the side and as it was raining so heavily entered by the back door through the cafe. On entering everyone stared including cafe staff none of whom smiled or spoke!! Beautiful shop with equally beautiful merchandise. Bought something and went to pay, again woman at till didn't smile or even say thanks so decided enough was enough and gave the cafe a miss. Won't ever be back, such an unfriendly place to visit, obviously Caledon doesn't appreciate visitors.

Called in for a coffee while out shopping the staff in the coffee shop were the worst I've ever come across the girl serving us would not speak to the point I actually thought she couldn't speak as I asked her about flavours she just shook her head or noded she only spoke to tell me how much it was the girl preparing the food was just as bad not even glancing at us terrible place won't go back

Detenido en Caledon para una pausa en un largo viaje en coche. Allen es una tienda bastante poco con cafe. El personal era muy amable y acogedor. Llegamos sobre las 4 de la tarde y estaban en proceso de fregado el suelo y cierre la cafetería. El café era preciosa, pero la variedad de comida era extremadamente limitado, probablemente debido a la tarde de nuestra llegada. Elegimos la esponja victoria que parecía hermoso, pero era increíblemente seco y dulce desagradable. Un lugar agradable con un café, pero quizás venga antes para la comida

Llamado a. Allen de Caledon hoy a buscar! Algunas piezas de mobiliario absolutamente exquisita para satisfacer todos los gustos y a un precio muy razonable. Y por supuesto que me compró algo! ! También había té y pasteles hermosos! Un gran lugar para buscar un regalo de boda! ! Gracias al personal eran muy serviciales! ! Así que la próxima vez que pase a través de Caledon yo más que probable le llame de nuevo.

Nos dirigíamos a casa después de pasar las Navidades en Donegal Dublin y sentí como café y algo ligero después de todos los excesos. Nos sorprendió la variedad de muebles y luego una oficina de correos en la esquina y la cafetería al final de las mesas estaban dispersos a través de la tienda excepto para arriba. Muy inusual hecho. Pedimos a nuestros cafés y tartas variadas pero mi pastel de café era lo suficientemente grande para ir alrededor de la mesa una segunda vez. Vimos dos fotografías famosas celebridades, el príncipe Carlos y Camilla habían llamado así en en 2013.

Allen de Caledon es como un paso atrás en el tiempo. La Oficina de Correos es un recordatorio para mí de oficinas locales de correos en mi propia área que son tristemente desaparecido y los reemplazos no tienen carácter. La tienda es pintoresco, con muchos artículos interesantes para la venta. El café es muy bueno y la bandeja de pastas, etc. también muy bueno. El personal es excepcionalmente amable siempre.

Had lunch in Allens. Staff were very friendly and service was first class. Good selection available and very tasty. Would recommend to anyone going through Caledon.

Me he alojado aquí unas cuantas veces, yo vivo bastante cerca. El lugar tiene un atractivo natural es un bonito edificio con una reputación de muebles de calidad, etc. Pero hay un miembro del personal, en particular en el café que no debe ser empleado en el sector de la hospitalidad, grosero, inútil, desinteresado y despectivo. Ella odia su trabajo y claramente tener que tratar con el público, pero obviamente ella y su empleador o no darse cuenta de esto ella ha trabajado allí bastante tiempo! Una sonrisa y un gracias hace la diferencia. Espero que ella tendrá movía la próxima vez que visite, de lo contrario será la última!

Went here for breakfast. Although service was a bit slow. The large fry I ordered was lovely and all of it tasted great. The shop area is lovely and quirky and nice atmosphere.

I often stop at this cafe when traveling through Northern Ireland. Usually I get a scone, of which there is always a good variety, and coffee. But I have had breakfast there on occasion too. The fried breakfast with soda bread is very tasty. The atmosphere is relaxing and if there is time, you can browse through their shop for gifts, clothes and antiques. These may not be cheap, but many are unusual.The staff are friendly and you can park right outside. They also have a take-away option, if you don't have the time to sit down.

Called in on our way up to co down.nice quaint surroundings.quiet.nice vintage style cups and saucers.helpful girl behind the counter.we ordered two teas and two small pieces of carrot cake and small pot of cream.carrot cake was passable.when went up to pay it came too 8pds40 which we thought was extortionate!so to sum grand spot but overpriced and expensive.

lovely café/shop food and service are great. im so surprised more folk don't know about it. we had b fast and were back for afternoon cuppa. homemade produce is very tasty.

Called here for a light lunch which we found to be very tasty indeed. This is a lovely little cafe with a nice peaceful atmosphere. The food we have always found to be lovely. Will definitely call again on the way to Fermanagh lakes as it is easily accessible with parking right outside the door.

Called to Allen's today, no customer service whatsoever, not even a smile from cafe staff.. felt like we were a burden to them. Expensive and nothing special about the food.

Such a great hidden find and wonderful touch of elegance about the place, the food is great and the coffee is even better, the village is lucky to have such a spot! Great place for buying gifts too!

Stopped off here for a coffee while browsing the furniture shop. Great staff excellent service thought there could be more on offer on the menu would be the only negative comment really. The room was small and felt a bit cramped were we sat.I wouldn't of went out of my way to get here to sample the food but what I had ordered was sufficient. If I was passing again I would stop for a coffee or tea.

Called in Allen's to-day for lunch. On entering the shop it wasn't apparent whether it was self-service or waiter service. The four of stood at the counter where there were four staff who ignored us. Having said that they were attempting to plate food and make coffees. Eventually our order for sandwiches and tea was taken by a somewhat incompetent young girl who did not mutter a word, even when we paid when we ordered.We found a table, which hadn't been cleared from the previous customers and staff member came and started to clear it, again not a word was spoken. After a wait of thirty five minutes one order arrived and in five or six minutes time the remaining orders arrived, eventually the tea came. Three cups, four saucers and a mug with four spoons in was set down! We were totally taken aback, the cups were stacked on top of the saucers and the mug complete with spoons was "plonked" in the middle of the table, not a word muttered!The quality and presentation of the food was very ordinary indeed. On each plate there was a mound of tasteless potato salad accompanied by something we suspect was rice. All in all this was most definitely the worst we have came across in a very longtime.Allen's must try harder!

Such a great family run business! The giftware & homeware is stunning, and is displayed in beautiful show rooms. The Coffee Shop is a great addition to the shop, and it will definitely be my first stop for coffee when I'm in the area!

Fantastic shop with a lot of unusual furniture & gifts. Great Coffee Shop with good selection of cakes / pastries.

We called in for lunch and ordered lasagne and salad, lasagne and chips and a cold beef platter. Although the lasagne and salad looked very good, it was extremely bland. I couldn't find any pasta in the dish, there was just a solid cheese-ish top and the mince was pitifully fine. Also it was only lukewarm... where was their food thermometer? The only enjoyable part of the salad was the coleslaw. I said nothing but later my daughter said 'That Lasagne wasn't very nice'. Then when I asked my husband how the beef platter was, the answer I received was 'It's alright....just!' I said nothing to the staff at the time, but later remembered that the last time I had called with a friend, she had returned her scone as it was raw in the centre. Anywhere can make a mistake, but when it happens on both occasions I've have visited, it is disappointing, especially when the rest of their giftware and furnishing in the shop are lovely.

As I travel often through Caledon on my way from Aughnacloy to Armagh I have always enjoyed this pleasant little village with its very famous visitors. Although small with not more than a couple of shops and eating places, it has its original architecture which adds to it charm. However if like me you enjoy taking a break from your driving for some refreshment or just a nosey around a shop then Allen's is the place to stop at. There is plenty of free parking on the side of the road outside the shop entrance which is disable friendly. There is also a carry out hatch to the side of the building if you should be in a hurry. The windows are always well dressed with a range of the gifts items, furniture and house hold items. The fact that the shop is also the post office you have the additional advantages of being able to pay bills, get cash or any other post related needs.The shop has a wonderful range of furniture which is spread out over several houses which are connected via doors so that each room is dressed with furniture to suit any taste or price. It is like walking through a cave of interconnecting caverns with exciting treasures to be found.The coffee shop has a lovely range of food which is delicious as it is temping. The staff are friendly and helpful and the tables are clean and there is a variety of heights of table and types of chairs. There are newspapers available for reading and free use of the wifi, So if you are like me travelling solo you can enjoy your own company either reading or browsing. The food selection is varied and tempting and the price is appropriate to the service and choice selected. I have found it to be a delightful place to stop at and have a break. The atmosphere is welcoming and homely. Why not stop and see for yourself.

This little coffee shop offers the traveller a quiet stop in quaint surroundings. Coffee is excellent and the menu adequate. Wifi is available and staff very friendly.If one has time the gift shop and furniture showrooms are very interesting!Caledon is a lovely little village although the through traffic seems busy and noisy at times.I like a coffee shop where my car is visible so this one ticks all the boxes.Well done!

I've grown up with this family run high-end quality furniture shop but had never visited their recently opened coffee shop, so this visit was my '1st' experience of their new venture.I attended with my two primary school age children, husband and mother, and we had afternoon coffee/hot chocolate with very fine home-made food. The 'coffee shop', though it is really not such but instead a few tables/booths inside a furniture shop, was busy though the shop itself was quiet for a Saturday afternoon. Nevertheless, we were trusted to pay AFTER we had eaten, considering the requirement to form a queue to make our selections/place our order. On the whole it was a very pleasant experience and I wouldn't hesitate about revisiting. The food was amazing and our drinks were very hot - and that I would say is very close to perfect. Our bill was just a few pence short of £20 (3 adults and 2 children), which I feel was perhaps on the expensive side had the food not been of such high quality. The shop also stocks kitchen wares, plus beautiful, unusual high quality furniture, and some gifts. A Post-Office is also hidden within. Despite it's location within a small village, it is definitely worth a visit, even if just for a browse.

Found this hidden gem last month and keep returning. Hidden in the village of Caledon it is small cute and great atmosphere. The breakfast which I have had a couple of times are first class and good value for money. I will be back and the staff always make you feel welcome!!! A must visit!!!

This little place is one of my favourite coffee shops to visit for breakfast, lunch, coffee or a quick takeaway and not to mention the gorgeous selection of gifts for men, female, young or old! The atmosphere is bliss and I usually end up staying longer that I should. The staff are very friendly and are always keen to help. My favourite coffee is definitely the caramel machiatto..it's just like a desert in a cup! Will be going back and continue to do so in the future!

Called here on saturday for bit to eat and that is what we got. I had panni chicken and relish and i think onion which i didnt see or taste it was that skimpy, i think the cost for it was £4.95 some profit on this. The cost off our bill was £14.59 i think the cup of tea was lovely at £1.70 a cup and it was a china cup just enough tea for 1 cup each stingy.

I visited this delightful place today for the first time expecting a furniture shop What a wonderful surprise Not only is it a browsers paradise but it has a pretty Coffee Shop We only had coffee and a scone this time but they were both lovely The furniture store itself is full of nooks and crannies with lot's of beautiful Home Decor items I could have browsed for hours We spoke to the very helpful Proprietor and I know for sure that we will be back to sample soom more of what his Coffee Shop has to offer

My wife and I regularly call in here for lunch or afternoon coffee. For strangers Allen's is not just a quaint coffee shop but sells home furnishings and gifts. These goods are of high quality which is reflected in the pricing. Aside from the coffee and food the shop is great for a wander around, and like wise Caledon itself. I would recommend the puddings especially the Bakewell tarts. This isn't a criticism more a recommendation, I would like to see a greater choice on the menu for lunch. We have tried almost everything on the menu and have yet to find fault with it.

Firstly not too sure as to why Allen's is coming up as Caledon, South Africa....but geography aside, this family-run business in the centre of the tiny village of Caledon, COUNTY TYRONE!! is well worth a visit. Plenty of nooks and crannies in the furniture/gift shop to keep the most avid of browser happy but the coffee shop is the real delight. Run by the very pleasant and obliging Eloise, we have lunched here many times and could not find one negative thing to say. Delicious coffee (Greenbean I think from memory?) and a great value Ulster Fry if you're breakfasting (all available 'to go' from the takeaway hatch if you're in a hurry). Gorgeous versions of the panini/toastie/sandwich at lunch time served with delicious side salads.....always a hot dish of the day on offer along with soup not to mention the wicked traybakes, cakes and tarts. All home-made and fresh each day.....I could literally visit several times in a week and never tire of it or be disappointed. First class venue, would really encourage you to try it for yourself!