Claudius Gateway in Colchester

We had a nice snack there. The staff are very friendly and extremely interesting to see the archaeological dig at the back. Prices reasonable. Worth going to.

Two excellent and inexpensive bacon rolls to eat in with a tea and a coffee. Staff friendly, tea served in a mug ready to drink, not supplied in kit form as in so many places. While you're there take a look at the fascinating Roman archaeology that gives the premises its name but seems to not be advertised other than in the cafe itself: the foundations of the gateway to the Temple of Claudius revealed beneath glass floors at the back of the main cafe.

Very close to the castle entrance, super friendly and informative staff, and a fantastic rear area with glass floors to view the Roman foundations below

Very friendly staff. Great service. There is the added bonus of seeing Roman ruins

Excellent customer service, great coffee, and ideal location for the Castle and Park.

It's now called The Holy Bagel and we went for coffee only. I wished I hadn't had breakfast as I found out they do salt beef bagels/paninis and other yummiest.

Delightful hidden gem. Will certainly visit again.

Best salted beef bagel. Really lovely cafe right next to Colchester Castle with historic surprise in the back room.

Friendly family staff and a great piece of history.

Unbelievable nice garden and old historic place

So friendly, great food, lovely atmosphere, great history too! Make a point of visiting, you will not be disappointed!!

Great location by the Castle Park

I live just outside Colchester, but when I visit town I always pop in for a coffee, the place has the best cafe floor ever, a glass floor covering Roman archeology , very interesting, Alison who works there will sort you out with drinks and lovely cakes. I also have the satisfaction that some of the profits go to a well deserved local charity. Keep up the great work.

Popped in today for a couple of take away coffees and cold drinks for the kids to take into castle park. The lovely lady working there showed us the absolutely amazing ruins through the back and then made us our coffees. The food looked good and we will definitely be back to have a try of some cake next time!

After failing to get a cool drink after walking miles as cafes were too busy, this was a real find. The staff were so friendly but also their service was spot on. Their prices are affordable for families on a budget. Whether ;you want a meal or just to sit with a tea, coffee or a cold drink, this is the place.

Excellent service and great quality food and coffee . Sandwiches and jacket potatoes were scrumptious. Friendly place and ancient ruins to view whilst you wait. Overlooking Colchester castle too it is a must try if you are in Colchester .

Came across this delightful cafe which does great food and coffee.It also has glass floor revealing the oldest ruins in Colchester: the ancient ruins of the temple of Claudius. This cafe also supports the homeless back into work. All the staff involved in our service were friendly and the food and coffee was fantastic!

This place has been reopened and money earnt is given to helping the homeless. Vic is doing a good job making Coffees, sandwiches, jacket potatoes to fund the new double decker bus providing shelter for homeless people in Colchester. Part of the Cafe houses a museum with remains of the Claudius Gateway!

Fantastic cream tea and a strong but smooth coffee. Really really good price. A good pick me up befor shopping. Amazing Roman ruins on display so a great place to bring visitors

Interesting archeological site with a cafe.

Great place and absolutely fantastic Roman remains beneath the cafe. This is the largest or at least one of the largest arcades outside Rome.

We stopped here for a little bit to eat after the castle. Very small selection and a bit pricey but does have a glass floor where you can see roman wall.

Large cafe just across from Castle Museum. Tea, coffee, cakes & simple meals. Also contains remains of foundations of Claudian Gateway & Portico. Also large screens and displays showing interpretation of buildings. Very pleasant young man serving too. Well recommended.

This is a nice little coffee shop with the usual teas/coffees and tasty cakes. It's quiet, was fairly empty mid week morning and has an interesting museum room with a glass floor viewing of the Roman Temple foundations. (If I remember correctly).