Anita's Place in Milton Keynes

Visited this hidden gem while our Grandson was having swimming lessons. What a find, being inside a large gym it was extremely unlikely that I’d ever stumble across it. I’m glad I know it’s here now. The cheesecake was to die for as was the Victoria sponge that my wife had. All homemade on the premises by the very friendly guy who looked after us. I suppose if you really thought it necessary you could go and work it all off in the gym. I preferred to sit comfortably in the lovely spacious cafe though and let it all settle gently. I’m definitely going to come back and try the breakfast!

The bookshop has long gone, sadly, but happiness and fun lingers... The Little Bookshop has reopened! Stop by for a poetry group or freshen up your computer skills; bring the kids to a dedicated kiddies library; meet friends for coffee and cake or even grab dinner from the soon-to-be opened Community Fridge.

We went out of our way to visit here last Saturday afternoon. The restaurant was empty when we arrived and we waited more than 5 minutes for any staff to appear to serve us - despite us speaking to each other in the restaurant so we could be heard. The member of staff did not apologise for leaving us waiting when he arrived. We asked for flat whites with oat milk but were told they could only do black coffee with oat milk as the flat whites come out of a machine with cows milk. I don't think a shop that prides itself on coffee should be reliant on a machine to make the drinks. Asked if they had any dairy free/ vegan cakes but they had none. So we left having ordered nothing. Don't bother visiting if you have any dietary requirements or want a real coffee.

A great, no nonsense, village pub, always with a selection of 3 varied, and well looked after, real ales on tap. Curl up near the fire and enjoy a pint of something new and enticing. No food, beyond the normal crisps and nuts selection.

Yet another great experience here. Be warned, portions are immense! Had to take half of my omelette and chips home as couldn’t manage it in one sitting 😊