Cafe Marina in Ipswich

Only visited for coffee but was very good

Shakshuka was very tasty. The cafe was clean and tidy and service was good.

Very good value for money, served by friendly staff

Food is very good. Staff are very friendly and courteous. Overall great experience.

Very staff very helpful food lovely

We came upon this place whilst looking for brunch. The staff are friendly and the small breakfast is absolutely amazing as is anything else on the menu I’m sure. The bacon is perfectly cooked , the sausages succulent, the toast perfectly toasted and the eggs and beans are superb as well. I absolutely loved this meal and it was the best cooked breakfast I’ve had in years. Would strongly recommend

We visited for breakfast, and there was a lovely selection of food to choose from. Staff were friendly and attentive and the place was very clean

Excellent breakfast served by polite staff!!

This was so so good, returning again. Everything on point and delicious go and try the place you will not be disappointed

This is an excellent place, food good value, staff friendly and service brilliant.

Breakfast here is great and definitely worth trying . The service was let down by the waitresses, calling them and getting their attention was impossible even tho we were in their line of sight and they are too busy having their conversation. It can be a real put off, as I noticed other people were struggling to get attention and service as well . :)

Walked across to the cafe when I car was in the garage. Lovely place, food cooked to order and was delicious. Definitely more than a café.

I ordered breakfast 1 and I was very impressed. The sausage bacon and mushrooms were delicious and all cooked to order. Don't expect a greasy spoon cafe, this place is top class dining.

Very good quick service. Lots on the menu to choose from and good quality food.

We left hungry. Awful experince very bad food, order fish and chips and received cold fish it was frozen inside so I don t know how this can be possible they offer us to order another one or something else but for me was just enough when I saw how that was served they could check the temperature of the fish before serving, then kids fish fingers - full of oil my little one just couldn t eat it and he spit all out he just had the green peas and my husband some liver(not tasty at all) with mash potato( very old mash potato not fresh was in 2 colours) disgusting he eat some cause he was hungry and already angry because of my fish and he didn t want to complain more. Then a waiter came over and he said that we will not pay for drinks( was just a cappucino) and if we want a milkshake(that was on hold as dessert) will be free of charge but we didn't wanted and we cancel the order and we asked for the bill. My husband went to the till to make the payment and the other waitress that took our order when we came she charge us for everything even when my husband complained to her about the fish fingers. He just did t want to argue with them and he paid everything. So in the end just my husband had some food and we paid for everything. Disgusting never back. The worst experince. Food not fresh and old products. 0 Stars if I could.

Awful experince very bad food, order fish and chips and received cold fish it was frozen inside so I don t know how this can be possible they offer us to order another one or something else but for me was just enough when I saw how that was served they could check the temperature of the fish before serving, then kids fish fingers - full of oil my little one just couldn t eat it and he spit all out he just had the green peas and my husband some liver(not tasty at all) with mash potato( very old mash potato not fresh was in 2 colours) disgusting he eat some cause he was hungry and already angry because of my fish and he didn t want to complain more. Then a waiter came over and he said that we will not pay for drinks( was just a cappucino) and if we want a milkshake(that was on hold as dessert) will be free of charge but we didn't wanted and we cancel the order and we asked for the bill. My husband went to the till to make the payment and the other waitress that took our order when we came she charge us for everything even when my husband complained to her about the fish fingers. He just did t want to argue with them and he paid everything. So in the end just my husband had some food and we paid for everything. Discusting never back. The worst experince. Food not fresh and old products.

Great cafe, probably the best breakfast I’ve had in any cafe in the Ipswich area. Slightly more expensive than other cafes in the area but a fair price as the quality of food was exceptional.

Lovely clean and spacious cafe. Love the milkshakes....had my first date meet up here so will always be special. The pretty fresh flowers on tables is a lovely gesture. Good is yummy...had a lovely breakfast sometime ago with my daughter. Staff always obliging, cleaning away empty dishes and wiping vacant tables. All shows cleanliness and hygiene is paramount.

Delicious and good value breakfast.

Great little place. The people are nice and the food is good. It's very fairly priced and feels welcoming.

Visited for Father's day breakfast. We arrived just after opening and was very busy. But we got a table ,there was a wait for food but it was well worth it.

Always a great reception when arriving. Food nice and fresh.

Great breakfast and top notch customer service

The only place we could find on the waterfront with a decent lunch menu.

Amazing Breakfast x Always welcoming ,service 10/10

A lovely cafe near the Waterfront. Really clean. Good service and more importantly, lovely breakfast options and fab coffee. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in the area.

Great food, prices aren't too steep either. Table service was good and the food came out pretty quickly.

Good food good service especially the homemade bubble and squak

Working breakfast - perfect After an hour army station drop off and needing breakfast before a 10:00 course … the perfect spot for a lush breakfast, fab Mediterranean eggs and crisp baguette. Coffee, juice and tea all wonderful- started quietly but buzzing by 9:30 - great spot.

Cooked breakfast and a breakfast baguette came out 5 minutes apart which was not great when wanting to go for breakfast together, service was lapse and the lady waitress was very abrupt. Atmosphere and actual surroundings however were very nice and clean as was the guy behind the counter. Very mixed for a first visit after being recommended to come here, but not sure I’d return based on this.

Good food and prompt service. Only down side is cost of public parking.

Beautiful little place if only they served tea in pots other than just cups.

Really enjoyed my breakfast and the coffee was great quality too. Really friendly staff and an enjoyable atmosphere too.

Best cooked breakfast I've had in a long time! Bit pricey but worth every penny. Great coffee, welcoming happy staff 👍👍

6 of us had breakfast today. Very busy but excellent service and food lovely. Would definitely recommend.

Lovely place, my favourite at the moment for breakfast or lunch. Delicious food, but staff little bit slow.

There are many choices for breakfast. Great portion and very accommodating when I asked the sausages to be cut up due to my son wearing a cast. Would like the tea to be served in a mug instead of a small cup would be lovely. One little comments is that I understand staff are very young but they need to smile and be happy 😃

Some more Vegan options would be nice or clearly marked Vegan options on the menu. But service was friendly & good.

The best Brekkie in Ipswich, got a fantastic full menu of main meals too. I usually go in for the Poached egg and Avocado on toast with smoked salmon which you won't find cheaper or better anywhere! "Muddy boots and high heels welcome"

Very pleasant cafe, good service and excellent food. Very clean and tidy, including the toilets.

Disappointed to say the least overpriced for pathetically small portions. I’m confused as to why there are 4 breakfasts to choose from I wanted the bubble and squeak but didn’t get mushrooms or tomatoes why can’t just 1 standard breakfast be offered small and large ?? Bubble and squeak if you can call it that is a teaspoon of dolloped potato wasn’t crispy like it should be ! No offer of sautéed potatoes fried slice and it’s half a round of toast 2 small squares we all left still feeling hungry £50 poorer none of us will return

Lovely place, food very nice. The only thing is service is quite slow. Like I waited a good 15-20mins for a strawberry milkshake. However the breakfast was lovely, nicely cooked. Atmosphere good. They seem very popular and I can see why.

I come here often as its the only place near by that does an all day english breakfast, however when they’re busy the wait for food can be extraordinary since they seem to only have one kitchen and serve people table by table at quite a slow rate, however their quality of food is undisputed and never dissapoints. Shame about the wait though.

Really good food for very reasonable price. Staff are efficient and friendly. Good coffee and cake to go as well. Tables of various sizes but all spacious. Definitely a favorite spot.

Lovely staff,food hot and good.

Title: Exceptional Experience at Marina Café, Ipswich - Allergy-Friendly Haven! Review: I recently visited the Marina Café in Ipswich and was thoroughly impressed by their outstanding service, particularly in managing dietary needs and allergies. From the moment I stepped in, the staff made me feel incredibly welcomed and at ease with their in-depth knowledge and attentiveness to allergy information. Their proactive approach in confirming and double-checking my dietary restrictions was a breath of fresh air. It's rare to find a place that not only accommodates allergies but does so with such care and precision. The staff were not just accommodating but genuinely concerned about ensuring my dining experience was safe and enjoyable. The food, oh the food! It was nothing short of fantastic. Their breakfast options are delightful, but the highlight for me was undoubtedly the pancakes. They were fluffy, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. It's a culinary delight to find such amazing pancakes that are also mindful of allergies. The Marina Café isn't just a café; it's a benchmark for how food establishments should cater to customers with dietary restrictions. They have set an incredibly high standard for allergy-friendly dining without compromising on taste and quality. I wholeheartedly recommend Marina Café to anyone in Ipswich, especially to those with specific dietary needs. It's not just a meal; it's an experience of comfort, care, and culinary excellence. Hats off to the team for making dining out a worry-free pleasure! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Closed when Google and opening times on the door says it should be open :( disappointed as we walked with my elderly mother in law to it

Nice little cafe on the corner of the marina ⛵ good service & good food (breakfast looks great on view from another table. If your paying by card then make sure your bill is more than £5 as you have to spend more than that to pay by card!! Definitely go again!!

Lovely clean and friendly and helpful also disabled friendly

Good food and good service. Friendly people

Good good, wide selection and easy to pay

Delicious food, my mum was first time and she loved the English breakfast.

One of the best places to get your breakfast in Ipswich, lovely selection of food/ drinks and very nicely decorated! Great location too.

Enjoyed a great breakfast today at Cafe Marina. Tasty sausages, plum tomatoes, bacon and black pudding. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this cafe for its great food and friendly welcoming staff. Well done.

Fabulous tasty food. Accommodating to what you want. Friendly staff

Brillant breakfast and service. Can't fault it... Andy

Brilliant breakfast. Wonderful service, nice new decor.

Decent food, servings aren't that big though. Service is very polite but very slow; sometimes upto 1hour we've experienced. Very clean though, and air conditioned. A nice location.

Lovely brunch,everything you can imagine on their menu.

Fab food, great prices and really nice friendly staff. Plus they do liver, bacon and onions 👌👌

Wonderful food and service! First class we will definitely be back!

The worst customer service experience I've ever had. My first and last time in that place. We ordered a couple coffees which took longer than 20min . The manager was extremely rude. I don't understand how someone like her was promoted to a manager position. She shouldn't even be working in customer service , let alone manage ! I'm still in shock !

This lovely little cafe is a gem. Visited for breakfast with my partner. Service was very quick, staff polite and friendly. Food was excellent, sausages were delicious. The coffee was very good. The lighting and hanging macrame plants in the high ceiling give the café a very pleasant ambience. Currently the building this cafe is in is covered in scaffold but don't let this put you off.

Lovely food, very clean inside and great quality for money.

Really lovely place for breakfast so clean and food outstanding

Purely delicious. Had the largest breakfast possible, contained Cumberland, bacon, beans, toast, black pudding, bubble and squeek, fried mushrooms and a coffee, all produced to absolute perfection. Eggs were perfect. As was the black pudding, still moist and lovely! Would recommend 100% 5*.

Very nice breakfast. Quick, polite service.

Thoroughly enjoyable breakfast. Hidden under scaffolding at the moment due to repairs of the building above, DO NOT MISS THIS GEM OF A CAFE. MEDITERRANEAN OPTIONS ALSO!!!

We had a great time, lovely atmosphere and great food. Very very happy.

5* service. Everything was perfect, fry up was cooked perfectly, very nice atmosphere in cafe. Was served by a lovely boy named Anastas and a young lady, they were very polite and prompt. Definitely recommended !

A great full English breakfast, Pleasant staff and fully recommend.

Nice café, better than the ones on the actual quayside

Lovely as usual breakfast with the family. Delicious food, good prices, friendly staff, toilets available on site, great variety of breakfasts and really good to see it nice and busy. Only thing we would say which is not negative but more constructive is that streaky bacon goes alot better with pancakes. But the bacon you use is perfect for normal breakfasts. Oh I challenge anyone to find better sausages than here for these prices. Keep up the good work.

Nice breakfast, friendly stafff; cheap pay and display outside.

Brilliant place for breakfast or lunch. Breakfast is fantastic, the black pudding is the best I've had, butchers sausages rather than standard catering, thick bacon. If you don't fancy a breakfast have a jacket spud with chilli and cheese. You won't need much dinner! And the employees are really friendly and helpful. Prices are very reasonable. Give it a try!

Good food cooked to order ,friendly staff and great service, and a nice place to be

What a great find? I've walked past this venue soo many times! Excellent coffee 1st visit, not so the 2nd, but having spoken to the manager about it (was a new staff member still learning the coffee art), it will not deter another visit. The food is Good - Cafe Marina, please don't hesitate to serve a plate straight away when piping hot, even if all ordered is not quite ready 😉 A gem of a place

Went for breakfast with my wife Saturday morning, haven't been for a while, liked the new decor. Both of us ordered a full breakfast which was freshly cooked and quickly delivered by friendly staff. Nothing wrong with anything, great quality bacon, sausage and eggs. Very enjoyable will certainly be back for more.

Great cafe for a bite to eat. The staff were very friendly and welcoming.

Stopped by for a quick bite and coffee, was just right. Nice staff, good food, good prices.

Been coming for a few years. It was a favourite of my late fathers. Fab food, drinks and spotlessly clean. Staff are so friendly and lovely. Thank you

Great breakfast with friendly staff, as always.

Great place , omelettes. Not good tho, otherwise great staff and great breakfast

Breakfast took way too long, wasn't impressed by ingredients, poor quality for price.

Staff where friendly and helpful enjoyed my visit and will be coming back

If you're looking for a budget breakfast, I recommend this cafe. They have wide variety of different breakfasts to choose from. Staff are polite and quick at serving even though every time I've visited it was busy.

Always great food and reasonably priced. Great service too

Delicious food with a diverse variety to suit many tastes: English fry up to healthier options with avocado on toast and other vegetarian dishes. Recommend the Shashalak; mixed spices with peppers and garlic with egg. The meat is locally sourced and the sausages were delicious.

Nice place for a meeting, good food served all day.

I absolutely love eating here. This by far my favourite breakfast spot in Ipswich. Service and food top quality. Big fan.

A little expensive but worth it, coffee could of been bigger cups! But still one of my favourites in Suffolk.

Food was great staff pleasant lovely coffee

One of the best breakfasts in town

Good food. Always so busy as not loads of space

The staff cooked everything to perfection; including the poached eggs. They definitely made sure to source the best local ingredients. You certainly get what you pay for here. Top Marks!

Poor service and rude waitresses. Waited 25/30 mins just for the tea and water. The cutlery was just left on table as they couldn’t even be bothered to set the table. The breakfast was ok when it did finally arrive but wasn’t worth the wait. Wouldn’t recommend this place nor would I visit again.

Modern airy cafe with a clean kitchen and nice decor. Food was very tasty and good quality ingredients.

Had a lovely breakfast here I had scrambled eggs with mushrooms on toast and it was delicious wish I lived nearer to this cafe

First time visit today, friendly staff, great food, lovely atmosphere, it was easy to chat as not noisy. Not expensive, 5 people ate with drinks, 3 alcoholic and bill under £50

One of the best places to get a breakfast, in my opinion,