Barlow and Fields in Southend-on-Sea

This is easily the best coffee in Leigh on sea! It’s a shame that only bad reviewers add comments. The staff are all lovely. It’s brilliant to have independent shops in Leigh and we should make the most of it. I find the owner perfectly fun and friendly along with the rest of the staff. They know their coffee and have a good range of fresh homemade salads. ☕️ ❤️

Met with huffs and a very judgmental attitude from the man with glasses when my partner asked what a ‘cruffin’ was. The wait staff were very cold from then on when giving us our order. My partner has autism so he can come across abrupt (but definitely not rude) but I’m not sure why asking about food whist being a customer in a café was a problem, the interaction was very strange. Glad to see from other reviews that it wasn’t just us that felt this way about the staff.

Nice coffee and friendly staff. The loud beating music was too much for me first thing in the morning. The music isn’t necessary at all in my option as the place has a nice buzz of chatter and coffee machine noises already.

Always had good coffee here, had lunch once and it was delicious, highly recommended, I have to say I disagree with the bad reviews, I’ve been happy with the customer service I’ve received, the guys always super busy and always has regulars so they are doing something right👍 And the lady with the Bob is super friendly

The positives. Great coffee and potential to be a niche, go-to place. However, having been there several times, the welcome received has been less than warm. This applies to all the staff except the young woman with the ginger bob haircut.

I Known about this place for long time infact a few years lol, finally made my first visit here 25/4/2021 was not disappointed wished I made visit sooner, still is about time and won't be the last time and is all the better to support independent businesses, the cakes looked good but I weren't hungry otherwise I would of but next time for sure.

I've been going here for years and the coffee has been consistently FAB. The staff are also really friendly and usually up for a chat/happy to answer questions. At the moment, they have some delicious chocolate and Biscoff cookies which are delicious. This really is the perfect spot for coffee, cake and reading the paper.

We visited recently & asked for food options & there were about two. When we sat outside our table was grubby and the one next to us wasn’t cleared, even though the cafe was pretty much empty. It never really feels very welcoming in there, so probably won’t be going again.

This cafe is located near the gym I have been using for the last 8 months after which every Saturday at the same time, I buy a coffee to drink in. Twice a month I buy a coffee on a Sunday also. And every time I am served by the same staff however today was the last time. There has never been a personable greeting from the staff despite clearly being a regular. The waiting / service service times have always been longer than one would expect but the location has suited, the coffee is good and there are always seats (!) However this has been getting worse and after a 25 min wait today, the frosty reception of chasing it up with the staff as if I were an inconvenience (nail on the head to the reviewer below) is totally unacceptable.

Best coffee I’ve tasted in a long time Service however was incredibly slow and not at all friendly felt like it was an inconvenience us being there.

The best coffee by far in Leigh, but the team - forgive me, seriously folks - in a Hughie Green voice - behave as if they are doing you a favour by serving you - or is it just me?

I also go here when I'm in Leigh, because: 1. They make a proper cup of tea 2. Their sandwiches and salads are super tasty 3. Their cakes are always spot-on. I mean, what's not to like? They're an independently run coffee shop (and therefore probably pay their taxes) so go give them your cash. I hear they do a nice coffee too although I don't really drink the stuff.

Lunch was very wholesome and service was quick no waiting for ages , so pleased with that and coffee is decent

Best coffee in the town and still going, not like any other coffee shop or chain company. Genuine people they are care about their customers, if you even keep going to them as customer after 6 year they give you a free coffee and cake . Im sure Ive heard in the town they are saying that actually Ash harvesting the coffee beans by hand from ecvatorian belt while he was fighting with some mean looking lemurs with a lightsaber .Not to mention arctic penguens quadruple ...Hold on that was the animation I watched recently . Well in short coffee is good food is brilliant and healthy. So dont wait just get in while your around leigh on sea.

I got recommended this place in which I was not disappointed. I work in Leigh-on-sea and go at least four times a week - says it all. The food is fresh, imaginative and most of all - enjoyable whilst the atmosphere is warm and welcoming

I was recommended by a friend who loves whole foods so I gave it a try. I opt for the veggie sandwich (not standard sandwich) which came with 3 side salads all very tasty. Thoroughly enjoyed my lunch and had great decaf coffee. No frills interior but clean and very welcoming. I definitely return.

This is a lovely café that could easily be missed as it is down one of the alleys in Leigh's one-way triangle. It is so worth a visit as it is a lovely place for either lunch or just a drink/ slice of cake. Lunch is limited but really delicious ..one minor criticism is that you can only choose 5 salad options now for a 'large plate' whereas before it was possible to have a little of everything. Shame really that you felt the need to change this as I feel it is a detrimental change as your lunch is limited to salads & a slice of your 'filled bread' only anyway. However I love the ethos of this place & the big variety of drinks you offer, especially the matcha green tea and that you cater for people who are dairy/ Gluten free and so do recommend a visit. Much better than Costa round the corner!

Just love Barlow and Fields. Best coffee in the area. Simon and Ash who run the business really know how to serve excellent coffee, and they are passionate about what they do, Have been going to Barlow and Fields regularly ever since they opened. Have met a great bunch of people that have become friends. They do delicious layered sandwich slice and salads for lunch. For breakfast I love their fruit pot, muesli with yoghurt, berries and a drizzle of honey. I have noticed a couple of comments about the rude staff and this is definitely not the case. Maybe when these people have been in it's been busy and the guys are rushed off their feet. I shouldn't actually be writing this review because I don't want anyone else to discover it as it's busy enough.

The best tasting coffee in Leigh by far and there are a few coffee shops around. Good, homemade food of the healthy variety but I go their primarily for the excellent coffee perfectly made. Tucked away so rarely busy.

Lunchtime Sunday. Choice of loaf based sandwich and variety of salads. Choice of small or large plate. The offering is surprisingly filling. I'm 14 stone and 6 foot tall. Small plate was sufficient for me. Coffee - I can't recall what it was called (like a carafe ) however the coffee tasted beautiful. Smooth, smooth. No after burn (and I don't mean the temperature ). I've seen B & F called "quirky". My view is that expression is wrong for this establishment for quirky means unpredictable. That's unfair. I would say "different ' in the best possible way. We will return. If you've not been then try it. Oh yes, only nice pleasant people will enjoy it. P*****ks won't -so please stay away.

Ir allí de vez en cuando y ahora teníamos los platos de ensalada muy sabor salud y fresca.

Easily the best cup of coffee in the whole of Essex. Food options 'bowls' are such a money winner, healthy and great portion sizes!

Muesli was lovely and so was the English breakfast tea. My boyfriend had an aero press coffee and was impressed! He also had a sandwich and salads which was tasty (I stole a couple of bites!). Cool quirky decor!

Such a nice vibe in this cool, bright coffee shop. Great coffee here and a really nice lunch. Served up by extremely friendly good looking staff...So worth the wait!!

Met my friend for shopping stopped at Barlow and Fields for lunch. The place is so quirky and had a nice feel lovely coffee and the cake was amazing.

Irmas, escondido detrás de este está bajo dicho acogedor que recuerda de somewherein cafetería o Soho en Melbourne. La decoración es clave bajo las mesas, sillas y una pared de pizarra. El sabor de una antigua escuela primaria que parece increíble. Cuando ordene, me recibieron...

Fantastic coffee, healthy and yummy salads, lovely cakes including many gluten free options. This is great place to grab a coffee or spend an hour relaxing. The staff manage a relaxed atmosphere whilst being fun, friendly and always helpful. My two children 3 and 7 ask to come back here as they love all the staff who work here!

Wow. This place is good! Stopped by early for coffee and cake then Went back for lunch after shopping as the salad looked so good, particularly as with my friend who was from out of area. Both impressed. What can I say except it was yummy. Coffee to die for too. Better than any crap coffee chain coffee! The staff were friendly and the place was welcoming can't understand poor reviews about staff as I have not had a poor experience. It's a shame the place isn't bigger with more tables but u can't have everything. Def be visiting again

First time here. Lovely coffee. Place needs doing up, damp everywhere. The staff give off a lot of attitude and sarcasm. I found them offensive and another customer also did whilst I was there.

Excellent coffee, good cakes and delicious salad lunches. Small, but outside seating as well. Informal and friendly

Had lunch recently with my dairy intolerant friend - they could not have been more helpful, lunch delicious , great range of salads, it was like being in Islington, not Essex, coffee fab and cake to follow , it's all good.

Great coffee, interesting salad. Would like to see the salads less basic and more variety.Nice quiet spot with good Wifi.

Amazing reception when you go in, very strong coffee and a nice selection of cakes. Nice to be in an independent cafe rather than some massive soulless chain. Support local businesses that give Leigh it's unique character

We visited on a Thursday lunch time to be met by ash, the gentleman at the front counter, who was very welcoming and friendly and quickly explained the process and the prices. There were two portion sizes to choose from, wether eating in or taking out, this allows you to mix and match what you fancy for a fixed price. The regular plate was £7 and the smaller plate was £4.50, and there was a fresh selection of 8 different types of colourful and vibrant salads, and also the choice of two sandwiches, one meat and one vegetarian. They also have a small selection of sweet treats and is easily a place that you can stop in for a coffee. The atmosphere was warming and easy going, but the cafe itself is quite cozy and only has a few tables, which gives it that exclusive feel. Overall was a pleasant visit and will definitely be returning!

Love his little place , often get takeaway lunches and a piece of gluten free cake . The coffee is great to

Really excellent coffee. Go out of my way to stop here if I am in Leigh. A local told me about it. Also had one of their squished sandwiches which is stacked from top to bottom with deliciousness.

This place is a real hidden gem!Friendly staff and by far the nicest coffee in the area.Keep doing what you are doing guys!

This place tucked away in the alleyways serves the best coffee in Leigh. I always start my visit to leigh-on-sea here.Great music and friendly service too.

Fantastic coffee and a great selection of tea which I love ....we come to Leigh to visit family and always stop in for coffee ...the food is always fresh and the cake is to die for ....the staff go that wee bit extra to make you feel welcome ...can't wait till next visit

The coffee was worth the slight wait great food, delicious cakes and wonderful personal service. I will definitely be coming back.

Top notch coffee and tea, with lovely atmosphere. The salads here are delicious and there are cake choices for vegans, veggies and gluten free diet types.Off the main road, pedestrians only, it is safe to sit outside with kids too.

Coffee here is great, hidden gem! We come here occasionally as its the best coffee in Leigh, No Towie wannabes like every where else in Leigh! Keep your costa thank you very much, people that know good coffee - this is the place to go.

This place does the best coffee and cake in Leigh. The 2 men that own it have truly put there hearts in to it, it is a little slow in there sometimes but you don't mind when you know what you getting is so good, keep up the good work

Haven't found a better cup in Leigh. The atmosphere is very relaxed but if you're in no rush it's ideal. Good for people watching and losing yourself for a half hour.

Greeted by friendly staff on arrival this quirky little cafe serves the best hot apple juice I've ever tasted. Also a good range of teas and fruit teas and a decent range of coffees. Food looks delicious although I have to admit I haven't tried it yet -any day soon. Definitely worth a visit!

A great little coffee shop, run by people who care about what they're serving. Enjoy, it's a pleasure.

Quirkly little cafe tucked away in a quaint little alley in Leigh on Sea. Freshly prepared food every day. With a selection of salads, gluten free and veggie specials. You can elect to have a large plate or half, with one of their fabulous sandwichs, made in a bavarian style roll, cut into slices like a roulade. Home made cakes a speciality, complimented by a good range of teas and coffees. Service with a smile, a newspaper to read if you having a solo lunch, or just chilling. Friendly staff and oh so good value. I almost don't want to share this as it is a little gem x.

Went for a quick cup of tea and sit outside to have a cigarette before meeting, only to sit OUTSIDE with no smoking sign on the table. Disgarce and not only that stupid of the cafe to turn away still excess of 20% of the potential trade

Dalston comes to Leigh. Lovely coffee shop. Not tried the food yet but the coffee is great and well priced. Lovely place to sit on a weekend morning and watch the world go by.

I love this place. My little boy asks to go everyday just so he can have a great value £1 milkshake with two party ring biscuits and read their kid's books. The hot drinks are perfection. The lunches have mastered the difficult paradox of both being extremely tasty and yet healthy. Great place to visit with both family or friends. The people that own and work there are the epitome of friendly and welcoming and the music is always spot on. Lovely chilled vibe and being tucked away in an alley - yet still in the heart of Leigh - it manages to capture a little escapism all of it's own.

absolutely love this place.....A MUST in leigh x x x Delicious food........THE BEST COFFEE x x x x x

The coffee is truly lovely and the atmosphere matches! Lovely people, lovely food and a very chilled out relaxed feel! I will be visiting again for sure!

Love this place, amazingly good coffee! I actually can't say I've had better anywhere... Great selection of green tea, hot chocolate, yummy cakes and delicious healthy lunch unique to leigh, think super salad and super sandwich. These guys have got it bang on. Service is great and they run a cheeky loyalty scheme for hot drinks. (could do with some new art on the walls though ;)

Very nice little place for a drink and/or a bite to eat, it has a trendy London feel which is a really nice escape from the usual TOWIE wannabe's in Leigh.Great friendly staff and really nice selection of tea and coffee and a nice spread of food too!CHECK IT OUT!

I've had lunch in the restaurant and had a salad to take away. Both were excellent. The owner is very chatty and knows his stuff. The salads are very usual and not the same old stuff that plenty of places seem to do. I'm veggie too but the selection was still varied. Def go back here.

Great tea, coffee, cake and salads. Home made cakes to die for. Staff/owners are all very friendly and know their customers well. Lunchtime salad/sandwich is lovely. Not a large menu but quality rather than quantity.

have been a few times by recommendation from my lovely sister and each time i have been im blown away!i love all tea and coffee types as well as coco and the range of all is brilliant! the taste is exquisite on the pallet and the aroma for everything coffe or tea is different but inviting it is my new favourite! the staff are friendly and full of recommendations! elderflower tea and spiced coco are delicious!thanks barlow&fields!

The owner has a meticulous knowledge of brewing coffee. Looking into specific roasts, temperatures etc and the result is a very good coffee. My main criticism is the cake. I've had cake here on several occasions. It's been very dry and the portions are ridiculously stingy. Some of the slices have been very small in comparison to most other cafes and it's off putting. The lunch I have had on a few occasions which has been good. As a vegetarian there is plenty of options.

I love this place! Great coffee, family/baby friendly, unique, healthy foods and VERY reasonable prices served by people who genuinely want to serve and please you. Unlike A LOT of the other places in Leigh and locally, this place really goes out of their way to make you return. The harsh reality is that the UK is slowly trying to catch up with the US in our demand for excellent service and Barlow & Fields have the got the right idea! They are offering something unique at affordable prices with a friendly, respectful smile - exactly what ANY business should do. Thank you. PS. The only constructive criticism I have is that I can NEVER remember the name.... No idea why, but just in case anyone has the same problem! Haha

The coffee here is the best I've had! Cakes are unusual and totally delicious. It's unpretentious, the staff are fabulous and know their coffee. For me what is do lovely is that you are called by your name. If you've been in a few times your name is remembered. There are very many coffee shops in Leigh, but I would choose and recommend this one over any of the others! ❤️❤️

This is a favourite haunt for a coffee and impromptu lunch on a weekend. The staff are very friendly and fun, the coffee is good and the food excellent. The cakes are very tasty, with interesting and unusual combinations, and gluten free options. I particularly like the on the counter mixed salads and their unique sandwiches. It's much nicer to order something you can see and select, and they have excellent vegetarian/vegan options. My only small complaint is there is no screen to protect the food from customers if they cough or sneeze(!) I also love how much thought and love they have put into their business, from the furniture design to the handwritten signage.If I had to complain about anything else? Please paint that bit of wall at the front of the shop, and be 100% organic. Probably not enough of a market in Leigh though so fair enough.

I didn't have the best of experiences the first time I went to Barlow and Fields, I have also stopped writing reviews since as I have realised the value of individual experiences. I thought that I had deleted my previous review but it turns out it is still on here, so I thought I would describe my latest experiences at Barlow and Fields. I have been completely converted! This is one of, if not the only cafe in Leigh to cater for Vegans, and at an affordable price. We have been enjoying healthy vegan lunch, great coffee and many great laughs with the lively staff. Ash and Jo are great to have a laugh with and I would recommend Barlow and Fields to anyone seeking some peace, a healthy lunch and perhaps a laugh or two!

This is my favourite place to go in Leigh, I love the coffee and the salads are amazing. would highly reccommend.

I love the coffee and tea selections. The staff are helpful and it is very relaxed. Though I think the place is looking a littler tired now from daily use. Overall great for drink and snack.

The atmosphere is brilliant in this tiny little coffee shop, the coffee is fabulous and the range of drinks for people who insist on tampering with tea and coffee is extensive - my husband likes to try them but if it ain't broke I don't fix it!The staff / owners are lovely and get to know you which really makes it feel like your "regular" for those of us who don't drink alcohol.Their is only one option for lunch - the mega sandwich and a choice of salads at either a large plate or small plate - all made fresh there in the shop in front of you. A great opportunity for meand the kids to try something new and which I would never buy.The cakes are great too but would it hurt them to have piece of chocolate hidden somewhere for me as a regular?!

This is a really quirky little coffee shop. As it was our first time we didn't know what to expect but the lovely friendly chaps behind the counter explained what they offer and how it works.We only intended on having coffee and cake but we couldn't resist having a proper lunch once we saw it on the counter.It's so simple. You pick a small or large plate and they give you a slice of sandwich and a selection of fresh, homemade salads to go with it. There was just the one sandwich on offer but it was so much more than just a sandwich. It was lovely bread ( I suspect supplied by the local excellent Birdwood sourdough bakery - I spotted the familiar packaging) filled with lots of different cold meats, cheese and various vegetables. All layered up as a whole loaf and then sliced as customers request it.The salads were amazing and all really unusual making this a real foodies paradise.The cake was good too.The coffee is simply the best I've had. I'll never go to Costa again - ever! I'm so pleased this place has come to Leigh-on-Sea.

This place really is a gem with its understated style and quality. I came across it by chance and am so glad that I did! Leigh is filled with various types of eateries and most of them are good in their own way but Barlow and Fields is something a bit different. The way the food is served feels innovative and it is appetisingly presented. We had a delicious and exciting selection of salads with an interesting slice of "scooby-snack" sandwich - you can choose for a fixed price for a small or large plate full. My green tea came with an egg-timer so that I could remove the leaves from the tea pot at the optimum time - great idea. My friend's latte was beautifully presented with artistically designed frothy milk on the top. The boys who run the place are charming and we spent a cosy afternoon eating, drinking and chatting without feeling that we had over-stayed our welcome. Oh and the cakes are delicious too! There are gluten free options and soya milk for tea and coffee. Of all the places in Leigh this one feels like it has captured the Brighton spirit the most. It offers simplistic quality at its best.

Firstly, the guys at Barlow & Fields are such a delight. Really friendly but not in an OTT fake way you sometimes get, the perfect balance to make you feel relaxed & at ease. The salad plates are great and really healthy, and the sandwiches are just divine (I wish I could make something that jam packed at home!) Coffee is great, and they serve a good array of teas so I'll be trying that next time (and some cake!) Lovely relaxed environment for lunch.

I've been to Barlow and Fields a number of times and always thoroughly enjoy it. It's small so pick your times carefully. Friendly service with an amazing selection for you to choose for your plate have a slice of meat or veggie sandwich from a fresh loaf with very interesting fillings then add salads such as pastas, quinoa and pomegranate, beautifully fresh which were truly delicious and healthy too with unusual ingredients that really work well together. Very creative recipes and every day it's different. I only wish I could remember exactly what I had today so I could replicate at home! But it was all delicious, filling and fresh. I've also been here for just cake and coffee before and loved the courgette cake! Brilliant for vegetarians. It's decor is quirky with nice touches such as self serve water and books to read.

Went recently after reading good reviews on hereLovely coffee but very limited selection of food options. Some nice touches everywhere but just not my cup of teaFound the seats a bit uncomfortable as well

tucked away down a back alley in the middle of Leigh, the coffee and tea's are spot on, the service friendly and not rushed. Not a huge space so be prepared to miss out when they are busy The salads and cakes are top notch. Not a lot of options for kids who aren't into salad or the famous sandwich but this is nice place for couples as its quite small with nice decor.

Came due to other reviews. Hidden away down alleyway so adds to the relaxed atmosphere. Really friendly staff. Lots of different fresh and creative salads to choose from to accompany your sandwich. On the day we went was choice of vegetarian and meat. I had vegetarian thinking fella would have other one so could sample each others but disappointingly he never! What we had was so nice and different. Layers of feta, apple, carrot, beetroot amongst other ingredients. £7 for that and various salads. Coffee nice. Lovely selection of teas and cakes. Defo go again.

What a great little cafe. Friendly, relaxed and a unique menu! The coffee is lovely and the food, esp the cake is fantasic. Looking forward to my next visit already!

We recently visited here after reading the reviews for lunch. It's a great little coffee shop and the guy that seems to run it was really friendly. The food menu doesn't really offer a lot but if your happy for something light then it will meet your needs.

Quality with friendly staff whats not to like. I love this place, the coffee is always good and the staff always make me feel welcome. Fairly trendy environment that is relaxed.

based on reviews & their website decided to visit. great range of teas and coffee and wonderful club type sandwich (see their website) and good selection of freshly made salads.

I love this place, the food is always brilliant especially for a veggie like me. The food so beautifully presented, the coffee is the best and the two chaps who run it are just so friendly. A lovely find and always look forward to going back.

Have no idea what the below review is going on about. I'm sat in here at the moment and its full up, coffee is terrific and service is first class. I don't own it and I don't work in here (I'd drink too much coffee) it just serves the best coffee in Leigh. Ash and Simon are always welcoming and it's a great place to relax and chat with friends, family or the person you happen to sit near. Love it in here.

Visited Barlow and Fields and was under the impression from trip advisor we were visiting a restaurant, however upon entering we found a small but trendy cafe. They had a small counter with a very limited selection of dishes from which you could have a plate and fill it with whatever you wanted from a choice of around 9-10 different dishes (potato salad/stuffed loaf/olives etc). They serve coffee's and drinks but to be fair it is not really a restaurant where you have a wide variety of dishes from which you can choose. I would totally recommend this place for a coffee and/or light bite but a traditional definition of a restaurant - no way!

Always a treat to grab a super healthy, nutricious, fresh and sometimes unusual lunch from Barlow and Fields. My favourite place to eat in Leigh.

The stuffed loaf is delicious- always tasty- and- with the assorted salad, makes a wonderful, good priced lunch. The service is friendly and relaxed. I would heartily recommend this place for lunch. It can be difficult to find as it is in one of the alleys in Leigh.

Visited one afternoon as we wanted a healthy salad. the flavours were lovely and the staff were friendly and polite however there wasnt alot left and instead of saying this they tried to split it between 4 and we all ended up with 2 potatoes each from the potato salad and not much each of the other stuff. it was a shame as it was lovely.

Ash and Simon have a great attitude towards their cafe. They really care about their clientele, trying to learn customer's names for example, and their coffee reputation is second to none, plus they have a great choice of teas. They serve healthy, appealing food, with a regularly changing menu. Lovely little details too, like egg timers for your tea, a typewriter guestbook, and map where you can pin where you're from! The place is also somewhat of a hub for local creative talent, and you may rub shoulders with DJ's, comedians, writers etc. Well worth a visit. Food is a little pricey, but probably about right for the area.

This is a great little coffee shop. Atmosphere is cool and relaxed, coffee is nice, love the free lemon water on tap, nice mags, family friendly, the staff aren't jaded, in fact...they're happy..It's become my place to go on a lazy day.Keep up the good work.

Stumbled upon by chance and was lured in for a coffee by the cool furniture and decor.. were greeted by the very friendly staff and loved our coffees :)Sat a while, sipped and read from the numerous books and papers dotted around.The food looks amazing and we will definitely be back to sample some!My new favourite place, cant wait to go back this weekend :)

The surroundings and furnishings are quirky, the proprietors extremely friendly and accommodating and the coffee is as good as it gets. Unlike many places it is consistently good - always the same - you can rely on it. Highly recommended to all coffee lovers. Enjoy

Just put your head in you will find out a different coffee taste because they have some interesting mixed they use they cakes are homemade that means cooked by lovel and carefull hands they have quiet good range of teas which is if you care about your teas just get in as you will realise all loose teas. Right at this point salads are so good and mixes are can ffight against the London stores if your tourist just go there and have a look these lads are amazing.

Often the atmosphere in a cafe/restaurant is just as important as the food and drink. After all if you feel happy and comfortable, chances are what you are consuming will taste good. At Barlow and Fields it's hard to discern what is best; the food is great, the coffee is amazing and Ash and Simon help make the atmosphere fantastic. Therefore, I have come to the conclusion that it is all good... I told Ash when he first opened the place that the only downside was that the premises would be too small... Move over "Costa" there's a new potential franchise on the Block!

I should declare an interest, I go here every weekend and consider the coffee bar owners and users as my friends and I almost don't want you to go in case I cannot get in for my fix!Before we even get to the coffee, you hit the atmosphere which is warm and welcoming from, Simon, Ash, Sarah, Imogen and Jo underpinned by an eclectic music choice which is loud enough to be heard but not to rob you of the opportunity to chat.The coffee is amazing, as is the latte art! This really is the best coffee in Leigh-on-sea, if not Essex. If I drank tea, I would drink it here as the right infusion is timed by an old-fashioned egg timer to give you just the infusion. Cakes are home made and often with unusual ingredients like courgettes, beetroot and always a gluten-free alternative with just enough to soak up your drink. Salads are made up daily depending on Simon's inspiration and are a great companion to the mega sandwich... now a firm favourite of mine.Go, the coffee, tea, food and atmosphere will not disappoint

No need to mention the unfailingly good coffee, delicious eats and genial company. What about the simple but quirky styling, ready supply of interesting reading material and an atmosphere where you can drift off on your own thoughts or engage in stimulating conversation?

A downpour led me in and I'm so glad - this is the best place for coffee in the entire area. The boys are welcoming, the food is good, innovative and goes fast so be quick at lunchtime.

Barlow and Fields does the best coffee in Leigh, especially their flat white. Ash and Simon are very friendly and there is always a nice bustley atmosphere.

Had been recommended here by my brother so thought I'd try it out. The coffee is probably the best in Leigh and the good was just simple, fresh and delicious I also tried the fruit salad smoothie which was yum!!! Will definitely recommend to all my friends.

Discovered this place a couple months ago and whenever my boyfriend and I decide to go out for lunch we always choose here. The sandwiches and selection of salads is great and they always have gluten/ wheat free options. The coffee is also great! Worth a visit.

This starts my day perfectly, some of the best coffee I've had. Got a good Saeco machine at home but this is on another level.Eclectic choice of music too, suits me to a tee.

Always a good atmosphere in Barlow and Fields. The staff are friendly and you get the feeling that they really enjoy doing what they do. The food is always nice and fresh and is really excellent value. Being a coffee man, I'd go nowhere else. I'll even make the extra journey if I'm not in leigh, but nearby, as they make coffee better than anyone in the area. Nice to just sit and drink coffee and try one of their ever changing choice of cakes, whilst making use of the free WIFI. Or have lunch for less than £10. All in all, my favourite place to go in Essex.

I mainly visit Barlow and Fields for delicious coffee and scrumptious cake. This visit I had lunch which consisted of loads of interesting and freshly made salads. (and i succumbed to a delicious piece of chocolate and orange cake after!!) The owners Ash and Simon have fab knowledge of making good coffee. It's served at the correct drinking temperature. Lovely relaxed atmosphere and friendly service. It's well worth a visit if you are in Leigh. It's not been open very long but I'm sure it will be a good success, it already has it's regulars.

Regularly visit Barlow & Fields, mainly for coffee and scrumptious cake. But occasionally for lunch too. Whilst they haven't been open a year yet. Ash, Simon and Sarah, the business owners have a big following of regulars. Great atmosphere and friendly service. Simon and Ash take their business seriously and aim for perfection. Lunches consist of various interesting salads and their special sandwich. A must to visit if you are ever in Leigh.