Brooks in Shepway

Called in here today for lunch. Very good choice on menu. Generous portions served. Staff courteous and service good considering it was quite busy. Prices very reasonable.

Advertised as a vegetarian restaurant but all that was available was a jacket potato or a vegetarian breakfast which my friend had. It smelt greasy and was served with fried bread that made me feel sick because of the smell of it. I was expecting a full vegetarian menu like a pre-Christmas dinner as it was so near to Christmas. Very disappointing. Stuck with coffee and cake in the end that tasted okay. Very difficult to get into as I had to go up the street and turn on a narrow path so not wheelchair friendly. Hythe is not wheelchair friendly in general as although there is a sealed off pedestrian area,there are high pavements on each side, so I couldn't get into any of the shops.

Had lunch in here over the weekend with my partner and two teenage sons. Was overcharged by over £6.00 for food that was very disappointing and expensive for what it was in the first place. Won't be going back.

Friendly staff, busy café with reasonable prices. Lovely home made cheese scones with very nice onion pickle, Sausage and chips just enough for lunch. Will visit again,

We called in for a late lunch because soup was advertised outside. The waitress was very friendly and promptly came to take our order. On ordering we were told no soup or jacket potatoes were available. We opted for a chicken and bacon sandwich, a Brie and bacon panini, a portion of chips, a banana milkshake and a cappuccino. The drinks arrived quickly. However the cappuccino was very watery and not pleasant to drink and was left. The food arrived a little afterwards. The sandwich and chips were fine. The panini filling consisted of an average amount of Brie and one rasher of bacon but tasted okay. When it came to settling the bill I queried the bill which wasn’t the total we had calculated from the prices on the blackboard next to us. I was told I was charged extra for the rasher of bacon because I had two fillings. The waitress did not state the extra charge at point of ordering and it was not stated on the blackboard either.I feel the food was very over priced and wish we had left before dining.

Stopped for lunch on a Saturday. Nice welcome when we came in. Service very pleasant and good choice of reasonably priced, simple meals. I had a cheese ploughmans and my husband had scampi and chips. Good choice of sandwiches, baguettes and toasties available too. Overall a good experience.

Stopped in with x3 generations if family. All very picky. 10 in total. All managed to be served super quick. Everyone was very happy. It was standard fair but done well enough. Massive pot of tea. Very friendly staff.

Had a late breakfast here. Food tasted ok. Staff friendly. Food was speckled with black charred detritus from uncleaned pan. Greasey spoon style cooking in the high street. Shan't return

Lovely small cafe on high street - seemed popular. Excellent food (toasties). Friendly swift service from a very pleasant waitress.

We decided to visit the cafe after having a walk along the front and canal. Simple menu displayed on the blackboard with a drinks menu on the table. My wife chose a jacket potato only to be told they had just sold the last one, a bit disappointed as it was only 13:30. Food order taken, drinks promptly served a little wait for food but freshly made and good value for money. Friendly staff.

A family run restaurant serving great food at an affordable price! There are many tea rooms in Hythe and for us this was the best. Had a lovely cream tea with home made scones, clotted cream and strawberry jam for under £5 !! There is also a garden at the back. We looked at the prices of mains etc which were equally affordable. We'll be back!!

Stopped at this cafe for coffee and cake. Cappucino from a push button machine, more like vending machine than barista. Fry-ups looked good

We have been here a lot of times and always enjoy the atmosphere here also a very quaint little tea room. Always look forward to go there.

Been here a few times always feel relaxed and friendly staff. Gets busy on Saturday as do all in Hythe mainly day trippers and tourists not locals like me. Prices have gone up so not budget prices but always assured of quality cooked food. Coffee and cake is a favourite with me and a good fry up on Saturday if I visit. Its also got a good range of goods for sale mostly second hand but mint condition like arts and crafts stuff. Not as big a menu as previously but good choices as I see they stop cooking at 3pm now. Hours are9.30-4pmish used to be 9.30-5pm

Sad to say we have ate here a few times and found it pleasant however 4 if us came today looking for a table and while we know it was a Saturday and appreciate it being busy but the lady owner was rude when saying she had no tables even though there was an empty table in the corner... she was walking away while talking and waving her hands ...Can only guess they don’t like peaks and struggle to manage table space when busy.Sorry to say we won’t be retuning due to the attitude... if she had spoken to us rather than from across the floor with a compassionate, pen attitude then wouldn’t of had the issue as we could of maybe thought of placing the buggy else where

My sister and myself decided to try here for a coffee at the recommendation of a friend. Whilst not the cheapest of cafes, our coffees were lovely and the accompanying gypsy tarts were delicious. The man serving us was friendly and service quick, relaxed atmosphere.

We came to Hythe on the railway, and looked for a place to have a lite lunch, and struck gold with Brooks. It seems to be a family run cafe with a very friendly atmosphere, very good food and service. A very clean establishment. Free wi fit too!

With time to kill we parked in Hythe for a coffee before going off to the afternoon wedding. Having walked along the High Street we chose this homely looking café and were not disappointed with good service, great bacon sandwich, HUGE ploughmans and coffee.

Popped in for a cuppa and a scone with cream. The scone was delicious, lovely crust but soft and fluffy inside. The jam in plastic pots, nearly put me off but when a scone is this good you just don't notice. It was full of people having a great time, with jolly waitresses making sure that all was in order.

We regularly come here and it never disappoints. It keeps both the kids and hubby happy, so I'm happy! Excellent cafe with friendly service and tasty cakes and scones

Have been to this place a few times and have already planned my next visit when my family are down ... Wide variety of food (highly recommend the coronation chicken - can't get enough of it) for all ages. Friendly staff who will go out there way for you. Reasonably priced. Delicious food. Beautiful lovely enclosed garden out the back with seating!! Ignore the negative reviews!!! Love this place!!! Perfect for a late lunch/ snack.

Very good choice from breakfast, coffee time and lunch. Morning tea or coffee with a toasted tea cake is lovely. Breakfast very good too.

My wife and I along with our daughter and three grandchildren stopped here for lunch after taking the RHDR from Dungeness.As we entered a smiling young waitress enquired if we would like a table for six, and as a party were just leaving she said she would prepare the table for us. As the people vacated an older man (who I subsequently found out was the owner) cleared the table so we could sit down. Our orders were taken and I was so impressed that my young grandchilden were spoken to directly and their orders taken.The food was very nice, the staff friendly and the bill reasonable, I took the opportunity to sign a petition to stop a Starbucks coming to the Town.A lovely independent restaurant and one to be visited again when we next travel to Hythe from Dungeness on the RHDR.

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Me and my 3 year old daughter love this little cafe. The afternoon tea for £7 (Sandwich, slice of cake, scone and of course tea) is perfect for us to share, and the staff are always friendly towards us: chatting to my daughter and making you feel welcome. We regularly return whenever we are there and have recommended to others

Brooks is our regular destination for morning coffee and snack. Its old-fashioned, a bit quirky , clean, no background music , very friendly staff, and excellent straight forward food. Toasted sandwiches are the best anywhere! Fantastic hot chocolate !

We were visiting Hythe one afternoon and felt like a snack, we stopped in at Brooks and it is fabulous! We had tea (with soya milk for me..thank you!), scones, jam and crumpets. Friendly, fast service and very reasonably priced. Recommended.

Nice place for a cuppa when you've got the kids with you. Good green space out back, hot coffee and ices From the freezer at shop prices. Magnums 2 quid. Which is good because I dislike it when cafes put a scoop of rubbish ice cream in a bowl, stick a wafer in it and charge 3.50 nice patrons and lovely welcome and service too.

On entering this charming restaurant, the first thing you notice are the welcoming smiles that great you. The Husband and wife team and all the staff look like they are really enjoying themselves. the restaurant is Bright and clean with little wooden tables and a homely feeling. I ordered the Cod Fishcakes and salad and had a wonderful coffee! the meal itself was absolutely brilliant, a full plate of happiness . it was so nice to go into a good restaurant with good food and at amazing prices. If you go to Hythe you must try BROOKS you wont regret it , that's a promise!!

It was OK. The afternoon tea was average, mainly because the jam and cream came in those little plastic pre-packed things. My friends sandwiches looked good. Should have been put off the posters outside advertising the different offerings. There was no friendly welcome. Maybe I thought it was going to be a tea shop but it was more cafe.

We weren't intending to eat lunch out but popped in as we felt peckish and the place looked inviting. It was a good decision. We decided on the soup and toaster combo. Delicious vegetable soup and excellent toasties. Nice friendly atmosphere, the owner took the time to talk to us even though there were a lot of customers. Used the loo, which wasn't in the slightest bit dirty (see previous review), in fact the whole place was cosy and welcoming. Will most definitely visit again as we fancy the afternoon tea. Good selection of food and snacks available and the prices are reasonable for a tourist town.

Warm and pleasant, cosy atmosphere, well thought out menus, owner exceptionally helpful. Afternoon tea of sandwich, scone, jam, double cream , tea and cake was a steal at seven pounds. Soup and toasted sandwich was fresh and excellent flavor. Prices in general are competitive. I can find nothing but praise for this traditional cafe in the center of town. If you want a pretentious patisserie or coffee shop that has lost the ability to use English to describe its product, this place is not for you. I hope this establishment stays part of Hythe for many years to come.

This cafe has had its day. They need to concentrate on being either a antique/bric a brac shop or a cafe.Very expensive in comparison to local competition. Pity because the Brooks cafe has some heritage in the town but I think it will soon be a cafe only remembered in old photos of the high street.

Met friends in Hythe, and as there was access for a wheelchair we choose Brooks. Owner helped us rearrange table to accommodate said chair. Coffee was good, as was service. Would hardly call it a charity shop cum café, more a quirky café which is preferable to the bland over priced offerings of the likes of Costa. My wife actually bought a glass bowl that was for sale. So double bubble for the owner. We chose to return later in our holiday and again found no reason to complain.

Looking for somewhere to indulge in a coffee and slice of cake, should have been warn off by looking in the window. It appeared from the outside to be a charity shop - full of random tatt displayed randomly around the cafe. Going inside to look into the cake display my eye was attracted to the coffee walnut cake. My favourite, so the decision was made to order. Guy who served us was nice and friendly took our order. I guessed was family business husband and wife working together from conversations I overheard around me. There was a younger waitress also serving. Astonished at what I saw the younger waitress do... Walking to the rear of the building within my direct eye shot she blew her nose - turning her back politely away from customers to do so. Shortly afterwards wiping her hands on the same tissue before carrying on her work without washing her hands. Thankfully the guy working there plated up or cakes and prepared the hot drinks before serving. Great coffee but cake was on they dry side. Settled my bill at the counter. This giving me a look at the chaos they were working in. Washing up bowl overflowing with dirty utensils, crockery etc. younger waitress tipping left over beverages on top of the washing up. Stacked on the shelves highly stained jugs and numerous plastic containers and lids. Presuming these were used to store left over food for another sitting. Finally a visit to the ladies before leaving to find a toilet in such an awful filthy state that I refused to use. Seriously off putting, what could be a great establishment with better hygiene, cleanliness and tidiness. Will not visit again.

Excellent good food friendly staff good prices nice surroundings can be busy best to try late afternoon or early morning more for couples and retired as when families come in its too noisy but luckily staff ask them to keep children quiet. I have enjoyed food and service so much I always leave tips.

Stopped off at Brooks as it looked like the nicest cafe in the high street. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Quick service and fantastic food. Would definitely recommend.

Considering the very wide menu I do wonder if they can provide all that's offered. Staff friendly enough. Food quick. However it was all rather stodgy. The homemade veg soup clearly was frozen veg and packet. The baguette half hot the tuna mix very cold. The side salad as usual in these places is frankly rubbish has no dressing and if you look around is always left. It lacks charm and was all rather odd. Preferred the previous venue. Would only return if nothing else was on offer.

Went in with husband and daughter for a bit of lunch. Was busy but found a table. Was acknowledged by staff. We sat and waited and waited. 2 other tables( who came in after us) were served. 15 minutes later we were still waiting!! Got up to leave just as a guy came over to take our order. We said we were leaving and he said oh ok! Absolutely rubbish service would never go back.

Took husband and two children (4 & 6) for breakfast. Ordering fine but when 4 year old wanted loo we were told there was no loo as it was 'not in use' nearest loo at least five mins walk with said child so suggested she cross legs til after breakfast. Breakfast arrived my fried eggs crispy and overdone, husband's scrambled eggs on toast stone cold. Told waitress but no joy only offered to recoil but it had taken them nearly 20 mins already and 4 year old still needed a wee! Bill arrived and frankly was very pricey for what was a pretty poor show. We shall not be returning!

After taking my 4 year old for a long walk along the canal, we were ready for a sit down and a spot of lunch. I haven't been in Brooks before, but decided to give it a go. My daughter had a cheese sandwich and I had a Southern Fried Chicken Wrap. The meal was very nice and very reasonable. Lunch for the two of us with a drink for £9.90. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Will certainly visit again...

Brooks offers a wide range of sandwiches, cakes and lunches. The staff are always helpful and friendly. The food is always tasty and reasonably priced. Their coronation chicken sandwich is lovely as are their chip butties. I would say it was a tea room rather than a restaurant but as they serve lunches and alcohol maybe restaurant is more accurate. It has a good welcoming atmosphere with very reasonable prices.

My first impression was that it was a bit like a greasy spoon, but clean. I only wanted a cup of tea, but thought I'd treat myself to a fruit scone as it was the weekend. My tea arrived in a pot which contained three tea bags, along with this came additional hot water and milk. Then my fruit scone arrived, it was massive, I mean seriously massive, I had to spread the butter provided very thinly to make it cover the sides after I cut it in two, this process was aided by the butter being served at room temperature. My son would also recommend their raspberry milkshake and chocolate cake. As far as I could tell everyone else appeared to be enjoying their food as much as I was, everything appeared to be home made as too. I short, not the most upmarket venue or prices, but the food certainly is.

Hadn't been into Brooks since the relocation but was always a fan. Visited today and was a bit disappointed to be honest. It was quite empty (surprising) and I received blunt service, fruit cake on the dry side and had to move from a broken chair to another wobbly chair. I hope I was just unlucky today because I always found Brooks to be a fabulous place to visit.

Brooks is one of the well known tea rooms in Hythe and has recently moved to a new premises. The new cafe is more spacious and has a far nicer than the old one. This cafe is ideal weather you just want to pop in for a cup of tea or for lunch. I enjoyed my visit to Brooks and I would recommend this cafe to a friend.

Brooks is a long established venue in Hythe, recently moved to new premises. service and food is good but certainly not the best to be found in Hythe