Devonport Park Pavillion Cafe in Plymouth

Food was not bad, service on the other hand a little poor. Staff were a bit clueless, no customer service skills. Alight sitting outside, wouldn’t sit inside.

The staff had no aprons on, there were loads of dirty dishes everywhere and the whole place just seemed dirty. Not sure how they got 5 star rating

on monday the toilet closed at 4.30.thursday it was 4.45.the disabled toilet isnt open at all,yet the cafe closes at 6. its disgrace and we have complained the council.

I have been visiting the park for more than 60 years. The cafe in the former bowling pavilion is a gift to the community. It's clean and welcoming - and a great thing is the variety of people who pass through. Freshly cooked meals are complemented by a variety of cakes most of which are baked on the premises. So whether you're after breakfast, lunch, a cake or just a cup of tea, this is the place to go. It's at the heart of the park and a two minute walk from Devonport Station and several bus routes. Street parking is plentiful and free.

Amazing value, good food and service. A varied menu and bean to cup coffee! Lovely surroundings in a well tended park. Forgotten how good this park and cafe are.

Staff bordering on rude and incompetant. Food and drink average. Cleanliness is acceptable, but that's it. Dogs are welcome though

Visited the park today and thought we would stop off for breakfast. What a disappointment it was. Although the food came out hot, everything was cheap. Cheap beans disgustingly cheap sausages and the mushrooms had no taste, left most of mine, not nice at all. Sorry would not recommend this place. It’s ok for coffee and cake but breakfast is a no no from me

Very friendly welcome and staff. Decent carvery. Very tasty. And a nice cup of tea. Would definately go back. The place was very busy. This is always a good sign.

We seem to have a hit or miss visit every week here. This week Saturday was quiet- yes I thought…not much of a wait for food! But the quality….. asked for a bacon Brie and tomato wrap with crispy bacon…. The bacon came very under cooked let allowed crispy! Inedible. But it had tomato- didn’t the week before! Chicken mozzarella and pesto panini was simply pesto and bread, half the amount of chicken or mozzarella as usual and flooded with pesto - tasted awful, and to top it off (we always have a take away ) it always get a salad with it- both no salad! Had to ask for napkins and forks. Worse experience we’ve had- shame as we did this every week, but now thinking of missing out our Saturday treat!

Good service and friendly staff… We had the full English breakfast costing only £5.25 each.. great value and good quality food… The cafe was nice and clean inside… We will definitely going back here…

Popped in for a toastie and a cuppa for the first time today with my dog. Really friendly, cheerful, happy staff and a nice crisp salad with tuna/ cheese toastie, delicious it was. Prompt service and very clean everywhere. Dogs welcome and nice indoor seated area at the back looking out onto the park for customers with their dogs. Looking forward to my lunch there again soon. Thanks ladies !

Pay for food got sent to another service area to wait for two portions of chips waited there for about 20 minutes to be served. Milkshakes were warm, was not mixed properly, we chucked two milkshakes away they were disgusting.. The chips were disgusting hard, so they were thrown away , as for the sausage rolls they were disgusting and burnt. Spent £29 on a load of rubbish……. Would never eat there again, sorry you need to sort it out…….

There were three of us. I ordered toasted cheese and tomato .. under toasted, white bread with brown stripe, luke warm, not ‘cooked’ served in polystyrene containers and plastic forks.. ?! coffee at £2.50 overpriced for quality .. I politely mentioned to a member of staff my disappointment with my order, she was indifferent and did not pursue it.. overwhelming Queues inside for food and one for ice cream, running beside each other, overflowing bin, general mayhem.. staff pushing through with orders between the queues .. there were a lot of staff but I have to say I had the same experience long before Covid.. once bitten, twice shy ..

Visited here yesterday afternoon with my partner to grab a quick drink, we hesitated at first due to the hoards of customers congregated outside with their drinks and chatting, anyway we went to the front and placed our order, my partner who has a severe dairy allergy asked for a soy milk hot chocolate and the young girl serving us sighed and shook her head as she turned around to process the order as if we'd massively inconvenienced her. Once we'd recieved our order we had a stroll around the park, my partner had a mouthful of her drink and knew straight away that it wasn't right so threw it in the nearest bin but unfortunately by the time we got home she was very poorly. This isn't the first time we'd had a bad experience from rude staff in this place but gave them the benefit of the doubt, normally we avoid due to the number of people packed outside with uncontrollable dogs and even someone who takes his cat there and sits it on a table where people eat. Won't be returning.

We have used this cafe and park for a number of years with family and friends, the kids love playing in the 2 enclosed play parks and then having a drink and bite to eat. Reading the reviews I would say that the service depends on who is serving on that day, we were there last Friday (6th Nov) and had fab bacon butties and hot drinks and were able to sit outside plus the toilets were open, this Friday (13th) the service was not so good, drinks and bacon butties were just passable, sugar was put in one drink when we expressly said no sugar, also one cake on display seemed to have been there all week! Normally we are usually pleased with the service but yesterday was not good and the toilets were shut (these belong to the cafe) we were told that they had been told to shut them but we are not sure why the disabled toilet could not have been left open, as there where a great many people out and about in the park. Having said that, this is a good stop off place that always seems to be open, I would suggest that some, not all, of the staff need to go on a refresher Customer Service Training Course OR someone needs to take charge! as they never seem to know what they are doing.

Visited on fri and the service was so poor, staff member was rude and appeared inconvenienced by customers, also she stated the kids meal advertised with a drink wouldnt get the drink anymore the other staff told her it would and she tutted, food came and chips were freezing cold and also had a hair as took away couldnt go back to make a complaint but after the service I don't think complaning would do any good,

Mentioned this to a member of staff when collecting food from the take away window was not cleaned when returning the next day. Tables not cleaned after each customer, Cakes not all fresh one had mildew on bottom General housekeeping

El latte y un capouccino tienen un sabor horrible, te hice esperar media hora antes de recibir mis "cafés". El lugar se ve muy sucio y la persona que hizo los cafés llamó el "vaporizador" con un paño muy sucio ???? Nunca volveré a visitar este lugar. Personal muy lento. ¡Evítalo! ! ! Es una pérdida de dinero.

Conocimos amigos en Devonport Park hoy, ya que es un punto de encuentro intermedio entre nuestros hogares. Después de una hora jugando, los niños estaban listos para el almuerzo. Había 2 adultos, 3 adolescentes, 2 niños más pequeños y un perro en nuestro grupo. El café estaba lleno ya que pedimos a nuestro personal de almuerzo preguntaron dónde estábamos sentados. Dije afuera ya que no había espacio adentro. Llevé las bebidas de los niños afuera cuando el miembro del personal masculino vino a decir que había una mesa disponible adentro. Entonces los dos adultos tomaron esa mesa. Inicialmente, los niños estaban felices afuera para comer. Después de un tiempo se hizo evidente que hacía más frío de lo que los niños habían anticipado, por lo que querían venir a sentarse adentro. Una vez más, el miembro del personal masculino encantador encontró una mesa dentro y llevó toda su comida a sus nuevos asientos. Al perro también se le permitió entrar y se sentó debajo de la mesa. Todo el personal es muy amable y no pueden ayudar lo suficiente. Las raciones eran grandes y buena relación calidad-precio. Teníamos baps de salchichas, chips de queso y un plato de sopa. No es comida sofisticada, sino comidas diarias bien preparadas a buen precio. Todos disfrutamos muchísimo nuestra comida. Regresamos al parque para más tiempo de juego y luego regresamos a la cafetería para comer pastel. Las porciones de pastel son enormes y una rebanada podría alimentar fácilmente a 2 personas. De nuevo, un muy buen precio para el pastel. Si visitas el parque Devonport definitivamente vale la pena ir al café. Amable, eficiente, comida encantadora, buena relación calidad-precio y amigable para perros.

I just wanted to say that I enjoyed my sausage and bacon bap I've not had a good breakfast bap in a while so first time in there and will definitely be returning plus very polite and speedy service smiles all around.😊😊😊

Lovely food and service.will be going back again soon. Nothing to much trouble .A lovely setting. Plenty of room and comfy seats.

Went to have lunch also to book our parish christmas meal . Had ham egg and chips generous portion nice and hot . Very friendly lovely place .

Visité esta pequeña joya en el parque Devonport varias veces recientemente y quedé impresionado con el personal amable y atento y el menú a un precio razonable. No está tratando de servir un menú de alta cocina, sino agradables favoritos bien cocinados y cuidadosamente preparados que dan en el clavo. Los sándwiches de gambas en pan integral recién hechos y bien presentados merecen un 10/10

Went to the cafe for food was very tasty :) that was until a seagull stole it haha but the friendly and understanding staff replaced the food and was also very good would recommend the cafe :)

Comemos aquí a menudo con nuestros hijos durante un viaje al parque. El menú es variado con platos cocinados, así como comidas ligeras. Hay un menú infantil y una amplia selección de cafés. Las tartas caseras son deliciosas y de generosas proporciones.

Encontró este parque mientras se encuentra cerca, lo que es una delicia, la plantación es más que hermosa a principios del verano, las rosas son una alegría absoluta.En nuestra segunda visita, nos encontramos con el café y pensamos que, aunque estaba algo deteriorado desde fuera y había mucha basura por ahí, lo probamos.Afortunadamente solo tomamos café y un rollo de salchicha. El café no era bebible, demasiado caliente para beber y horrible cuando se enfriaba, el entrenamiento de baristas obviamente no era lo más importante en su lista de prioridades. Tuve que regresar veinte minutos después de que nuestro café llegara para pedir el rollo de salchicha.El rollo de salchicha era normal en el mejor de los casos y estoy tratando de ser amable aquí Al leer varios comentarios, creo que es un lugar que disfrutas o evitas, lamentablemente estamos en este último.Una pena, ya que este lugar podría ser fantástico, pero lo extraña por una milla de campo.

Este café es sin duda la joya en Plymouth Crown en lo que respecta a un espacio público. El personal parece amar el lugar y también a sus clientes. Son amables, educados y extraordinariamente serviciales. La comida es excepcional y siempre sabrosa. Me gustaría darle a este lugar 10 Fuera de 10 en todas las áreas.

Lovely clean place with hepful friendy staff. Great choice of food and drinks. Ignore the negative reviews. If it was that bad I woudn't go nearly everyday.

Fantastic location and very friendly staff. Dog friendly if you eat outside Grear for sitting in the sun drinking coffee and enjoying the views of Plymouth and lovely Devonport park

Entré en el café, con un par de amigos. Sólo por una taza y un poco de pastel.

We use the park and cafe very often. There is always a warm welcome and lots of good food available. We booked a Christmas lunch with family and was very pleased with the quality and service and value for money.

We always come here for coffee and cake as it is usually so good! However after coming today we are very disappointed. I am a chef myself so do not expect to see those lovely cakes being left uncovered, without plates beneath, sat on top of the freezer in the back section behind the bar. This is unhygienic and not protected from cross-contamination. Secondly, I am somewhat of a coffee connoisseur, so when I order a latte I expect to see it as a latte... especially with the amount of coffees being made here due to how busy it is... there was no froth and it was way too hot. We may be back in the future but will not be as frequent until the standard is back to whatbut was...

Had a roast carvery, decent price at £6.50 however the meat looked and tasted as though it was out of a packet from Morrisons, very thin Ham and beef. Finished with some slices of cake and it was all very dry tasting.

Devonport in general seems to be given a wide berth by visitors to Plymouth from abroad as well as from within the UK. However for the more discerning traveller, who has perhaps an interest in history, there are a number of attractions in Devonport, (formerly 'Plymouth Dock', a markedly more important town than neighbouring Plymouth, which most definitely makes the short bus ride from Plymouth City Centre worthwhile. In passing one should mention the Scott Memorial, Devonport Guildhall and Column (completed 1824 - the bakery-cum-deli in the basement of the former is a non-intentionally well-kept secret, also well worth a visit to sample chain-superior coffee and a range of artisan-baked bread and cakes) and St. Aubyn’s Church (built 1768 and one of the few noteworthy buildings to have survived the Plymouth Blitz), which nowadays houses Devonport Library.

Modern building with a good range of cakes, but also does meals including a Sunday roast - dogs welcome and plenty of outdoor seating.

The staff were very sullen and slow to serve. The fish was burnt. The drinks were forgotten. Tables outside were dirty and ashtrays full. Chocolate cake fallen on café floor was left there. Superb venue let down by attention to detail and lack of customer service.

I will not be visiting this café again. I went there with my daughter a few weeks ago and they charged £2 for everything that was in the ice cream/lollies cabinet whether they were Feasts or cheap mini milks, I was disgusted at the cost, it's a complete rip off.

Always treated myself to a fabulous cake at the cafe. tried two types of gateau and they were both vile; cloying and stodgy. When I asked, they are apparently making cakes on site. They are obviously made with a cheap cake mix. There is no comparison with their previous supplier. what a shame.

Kneeded some place to pass a few hours waiting for my clients activities. So decided to give this place a try. Lovely position with lots to watch on a nice day. Like previous people have stated there was a dog running about in and out of the cafe. But no real problem. Ordering was a little slow but I have been in slower places. Food arrived pretty promptly and the staff could not do enough to help. So we will return again should a similar situation arise.

the prices are really bad, its probably the best park i have been to with my kids they enjoy the pebble art finding while i sit in the outside cafe will bring my kids a packed lunch as the prices are quite high

Been there twice, bought a car in a garage on Fore Street, and had my two dogs with me. I took a walk up to the park. This is a real oasis in the city, and plenty of people enjoy it with their dogs. I found the café, bought a veggie burger and latte, sat outside with my dogs and enjoyed the views. Went back today to Plymouth/Devonport to pick up my car, and took my parents upto the café, will deffo recommend and go back if in the area. As a note, despite what others have said, there were no free range dogs running around, only in the back room and outside are dogs allowed, and they have to be on a lead in the back room.

A proper cafe family friendly a huge choice of food fab cakes can’t beat value for money , great setting rain or shine we visit every time we come to Plymouth to visit my daughter

Iv been to this cafe on many occasions, both for a scrumptious breakfast and lovely coffe. The staff are super friendly and can't do enough. It's in a beautiful setting and the often support charity events. They also have a private function area which is amazing for parties. They had a fully stocked bar for that too. Well worth a visit.

It's a reasonable cafe with reasonable prices. Nothing fancy Nothing over priced. Out door seating and dog friendly.

The cafe is lovely with plenty of outside tables and seats. The staff are friendly and the food is very good and reasonably priced. The one big problem is that there are dogs not on leads running in and out of the cafe totally unsupervised. I am a dog lover but don't want to be carrying hot drinks and food with dogs under my feet. Perhaps they should have a dogs on leads policy only then will I return.

Ideal spot for a break, seating outside if it is a nice day. Sitting inside could be a bit of a squeeze. But if you want larger space then go to the coffee shops in town, but it would not be the same. The area was very clean, staff very friendly and the quality of the coffee was very good and reasonable.

Popped in for lunch while in park. Trip spoiled by two female customers being rude and complaining about the children (4 year olds) making noise, actually shouted at us. With that we left. I could understand if they were being naughty, but they were just playing. They said the staff were fed up with us as well. Will take a packed lunch next time.

After visiting the local park we visited for coffee the milk was burnt and the cappuccino was pretty much a milky weak latte. The tables were dirty with plates and cups and without being rude the staff even looking dirty. Old tired uniform only ladies trousers were even splitting at the back. The menu is very out dated and it looks more of a homeless soup run then a modern community cafe.

A good cafe serving basic food such as pasties, sandwiches, roasts and delicious home made cakes all at very reasonable...

Fui allí por primera vez hoy (29 de julio) y me encantó! . La comida era deliciosa y el servicio no podría haber sido mejor. Teníamos dos perros con nosotros y fue genial que nos dejaron en la sala de actos, especialmente porque estaba lloviendo....

Visitaremos el café sobre una base semanal con amigos para tomar un café y algo de comer, todo el personal es atento y amable y siempre bien satisfecho. La comida es buena con grandes porciones, y a un precio razonable, los asados de los domingos...

Mis amigos y yo vengo aquí una vez a la semana para ponerse al día. Y no, no estamos 90, 30 - 40 si usted debe saber! Cada semana me mira en el menú, pero cada semana estoy atraídos por el desayuno "artilleros". Equivalente a un gran desayuno, es uno de los mejores de Plymouth. De ahí la razón por la que ir cada semana.

Had to wait for at least 15 minutes for two toasties & people arriving after us got served first... Will not be visiting again!

Food is good and staff are lovely. The place could do with a good clean, especially the plastic covered menus and plastic table coverings. Why can't the dog owners sit outside with their dogs. No less than 5 came in, in less than 5 minutes, all on too long leads, so they were snuffling under my table for dropped food! I am a dog owner but I would not feel the need to take my dogs into cafe. This really puts me off

In the middle of Devonport park, this wonderful cafe is there. Wheelchair access ramps and a lovely outside timber decking area with seating makes it a really nice place to eat. Inside has plenty of seating and the food is really good too. The prices however, they could be slightly cheaper but they serve everything from chips to full blown roasts. It opens up into the bowling green too so is convenient for refreshments. Public toilets built into the outside of the building and they are cubicle toilets for disabled, baby change and unisex. All in all, a lovely place to go for a bite to eat if you're taking your family for a walk or play in the park.

Visited today staff were helpful and friendly had a breakfast there food was hot and tasty would definitely go back again bonus we could take our dog in

We were warmly welcomed (with our dog) and nothing was too much trouble Lovely cup of tea and carrot cake to die for!! We will be back - complete with dog!

Visited today for a takeaway drink and cake! A great selection and all kept wrapped up! It was full of people but there was plenty of staff to take control. Fast and efficient

Always a great experience at this cafe, lovely coffee, cakes and lunches on offer and the staff are always friendly and willing to help. Visited on Sunday with the family for the Christmas lunch, very impressed, the roast potatoes and sprouts were spot on and all meals were piping hot and large! Love coming here for a chat and a coffee.

has good food, good size portions, it is dog friendly and the lovely Staff are so friendly. The park is beautiful and fun for kids and dogs.

Today I took my two grandchildren to the park ,not been here for many years .Came across this delightful cafe food was excellent staff friendly spotlesss clean-up can get hot or cold meals the same for drinks excellent prices .The ratings button won't let me do excellent which it is and I will certainly be giving it another visit .

Reasonably priced and serve hot food, delicious cakes and drinks.There is a party venue available within it which i thought was a lovely idea.The staff are friendly and helpful. I spend hours here its such a lovely place to sit and unwind whilst watching the people in the park.

Lovely roast again with my boy Ross Hockley up Mandy Friend cafe Devonport park cafe .. get yourselves up there if you want a bloody good roast or anything else of your choice lovely food lovely staff always happy and welcoming . In the words of arnie "I'll be back" . Thank you ladies xx I'll be adding comments to trip advisor today as well. Xx

Very busy as it was a nice day but staff did seem unorganised and flustered as if they didn't know what they were doing. Also quite pricey!

Great little cafe, prices are very good. staff are very friendly and helpful and the whole place is very clean

As my wife and I had a long day of travelling ahead of us we needed something substantial to start the day. And we weren't disappointed with the Field Gunners breakfast, all cooked fresh to order and plentiful, it certainly was a great start to the day

Great service. Very freindly and helpfull staff. Prices are fair and food is great quality. Very busy at times

Went a couple of weeks ago for the first time, the staff were really friendly and the food was really great.It is set in a great location of Devonport Park.We will be returning.

Perfect spot in the park for a cuppa and a piece of cake. Nice little deck outside however the staff aren't very friendly and the food is very poor quality, sausages and cheap looking and tasting. Cakes are nice but not sure they are made on the premises. We came for breakfast and order took 15 minutes to arrive when there was only us and another couple in the cafe. Bad food, average staff, only the location that keeps it going.

Excellent breakfast, fresh cooked, good produce. HOT tea. Clean and tidy. Lovely surroundings.Would highly recommend.

Went here today for the first time, there was 5 adults and 2 toddlers in our family group, we normally meet up most weekends and take the children to play in parks around the plymouth area, so when recommended we thought we would give it a go. We took the children around the parks first as the sun was shining and it was lovely, however the sun soon went in and it got a bit chilly, we thought we would go to the cafe for a cuppa, snack and a sit down, when we arrived the cafe was empty as we went in, the children were tired so sat in their prams and were soon asleep, us adults enjoyed some coffee's, a smoothie and chips, I must say we arrived at the correct time as after we sat down loads of people seem to come in and it became extremely busy. So we were glad we went in when we did. The staff were lovely and friendly, and also helpful as my mother in law ordered a smoothie but she didnt like it, we all had a sip of it but ut wasnt very nice, a bit to strong. A lovely young girl came and cleared our table I said she could take the smoothie away as none of us liked it. When my mother in law went up to get a milk shake they let her have it free of charge because she didn't like the smoothie. Lovely lovely girls. Well done everyone who works their. Will be back again. xxx

I've read several of the reviews and did we visit the same place? Lovely cafe, VERY friendly staff, great choice on the menu and very good prices, go to Costa if you think this place is expensive, you will get much less change there!The staff work hard in what is at times, a very busy place. Lots of regulars here and familiar faces, never feel rushed here and always made welcome.Situated in a lovely park, ideal for children, dog walkers and amblers alike, visit whenever time and weather allows.

a lovely dog-friendly cafe serving good quality food and drink...an oasis on a cold day...lovely surroundings

It must purely be the location that keeps this place open. Truly awful customer service, long waits, sullen miserable staff, food nothing special. For such a great location, this is a real let down.

I live not far from Devonport park and I often walk through it when coming home fro work.This little cafe is a must visit when you are meeting friends, as such. Great friendly staff always ready to serve you.

This was my first visit to the cafe and I thought it a very pleasant and relaxing venue for a cuppa and cake with a friend. The weather outside was rather grim but it was cosy inside, and no doubt the outdoor seating in the centre of Devonport Park would be a treat had the sun been shining. It was good to see friendly dogs wandering around, and I hope to return with my pooches.

My wife and I visit this café almost daily with our dogs. We both rate the café and the staff exceptional. There is always a pleasant welcome and a friendly smile. The girls cant do enough for us. The food is affordable and the lattes are the best in Plymouth. We meet many dog walkers there as we are able to relax in the annex which is very dog friendly...unlike some places in Plymouth. We will continue our visits and look forward to the festive season as they are promoting a 3 course Christmas Dinner for only £16 which is a great deal.

What a wonderful idea having this cafe. A lovely meeting spot for dog-walkers (they leave water out for the pooches). Licensed,so you can have a wee tipple with your lunch. Lovely staff and good value food.

we visited the café on 20-10 -2015 I was with my two teenage sons and 14 month old grandson we purchased 2 milkshakes and a hot chocolate the milkshakes were huge and came with whipped cream and marshmallows all for a very affordable 2 pound my hot chocolate again in a very generous mug was delicious and piping hot . The only downside came when the key couldn't be located for the baby change but I was allowed to use the disabled toilet so problem soon solved .love the ramp for easy access for wheelchairs or prams alas we didn't sample the food but it all looks delicious especially the cakes.

Went there late Saturday afternoon between two shows we were taking part in. Got there a little late. Yes most probably a shock to the staff who were cleaning up and winding down, but went out of there way to make us welcome and give us something to eat.i have read an article saying staff were unfriendly. Well I dispute that. Thankyou folks. Enjoyed the food and the cup do tea went down a treat. To some cake back to the theatre for later. Not lunch or dinner tea time around 5 - 5:30pm.

Great cafe that does really nice coffee slap bang in the middle of Devonport park the only reason it's not a five out of five is its a little pricey

A firm favourite and always support when I visit the pakr if it's open. Great for meetings, nice food and overall god service with friendly staff.

Small cafe in middle of park. Great 'homemade' cakes here. I have the Victoria sponge. Carrot cake is also meant to be very good.

you must go to Devonport Park Pavilion Cafe its a little gem.set in a very pretty park Its a place to go with the kids on there summer hols, great price kid meals ice creams or a quick bite to eat.The home made cakes are yum coffee cake lemon cake choc brownie and more or if you have room you must try there all day breakfast.Staff are lovely they bring your cuppa to your table and service is always with a smile nothing is to much trouble. And for all of you that walk dogs they are also welcome.go for a walk give it a try

With the grandchildren who had enjoyed hours in the park wanting something to eat. They loved the cheese and ham panini and then an ice cream. Staff very busy as it was packed on such a lovely day, but they were so helpful.

Good choice of food, good coffee to drink in or takeaway. The home made cakes looked huge and delicious. Nice choice of indoor and outdoor seating over looking the play area

There is a wide choice of food and drinks available here inside the park. It was great to see so many families making use of the beautiful grounds of Devonport Park.

I go to the park quite often with either friends or family and very often we will go here for lunch.The fayre is typical English caff with such things as Full English, Paninis and Jacket spuds. Very little vegetarian choice. Prices are good.My friend says they do the best hot chocolate in Plymouth. I always have an americano and have always enjoyed it.As so many reviewers have commented, service is unfriendly.The building is very nice and modern. It can take a very long time for them to clean tables during busy periods.

Coffee and cake this afternoon. Coffee was rough and not really very pleasant. Cake was very heavy, but tasted ok. Clean and tidy, but staff not overly friendly.

Not a good experience at all today. Had to chase up a bowl of cheesey chips 3 times. Waited over 40 minutes freezing my bits off outside as I had the dog with me. Appreciate they were busy with roast dinners....perhaps they shouldn't take other food orders if it means such a ridiculous wait for customers! No apology either.....don't think ill be rushing back anytime soon.

Excellent food, good service and reasonable price. Staff are all very friendly and polite.A great place to chill, have a natter or relax and read the paper. Good spot to meet new friends. Sunday roasts are awesome 10 out of 10 to all the chefs...and actually being an ex Devonport Field Gunner myself the Field Gunner breakfasts are pretty hot aswell ....Oggie Oggie OggieAmanda, Jay and the Paps

Just had excellent Sunday roast with the misses at the Park Cafe. As always served with a cheery smile and a massive portion to last us the day.....its a regular haunt for us when we walk the dogs in the park....fully recommended to all you park users...3 cheers to the chefs ...hip hip hooray

I share the experiences of so many previous reviewers. The park has always been good but has been much improved over recent years. The cafe and adjoining sports facility seems to have been thoughtfully constructed of good materials in just the right spot on the brow of the hill from all angles. The big problem is the service, presentation and attitude of the staff. No one would want this place to be posh or expensive or the prices any higher than now. It 'just' requires careful review and management. So very much more could be made of the space and resources. Despite it's failings it does a steady trade which would instantly quadruple if they just got it together. The staff have no social, service or sales skills. They are uninterested, sullen, indifferent. I have watched them carrying out tasks without washing their hands, standing outside smoking, slamming down plates with toast or cake sliding off, leaving tables uncleared well after a customer has left and the table been reoccupied. Simple exchanges at the counter are clipped, unhelpful and lack any easy going let alone any friendly content. It's a huge downer. It reminded me of a few weeks I spent at a run down primary school where the contract caterers were finishing their task and getting home rather than engaging with staff or children. This cafe could be so good. Get on with it.

Just popped in for a pot of tea and a toasted tea cake.Burnt tea cake, toast crumbs and fluff in our dish of butter (it was served like it), soap suds on the tea spoon, dirty and chipped crockery. There were 4 members of staff doing not very much.Whoever owns this is losing a fortune, it has a wonderful building and location. The menu looks good but won't be returning if they couldn't even get our tea and toasted teacake right.

Cafe its self is well average. But it is in a nice setting and I would think be ideal on a sommers afternoon. Service was OK but we were the only ones there. Food was OK nothing to wrte home about.

I have been here on a number of occasions and return purely for the location. The service is so slow and we never get our food out at the same time. Breakfast takes half an hour when you are the first people in the cafe. Most of the staff are miserable and don't seem to care about the cafe. Such a shame because it is a great location.

This is our local park cafe. We take our dog in sometimes after going for a walk around the park. The cafe is very dog friendly, you now take your dog in round the back which means dogs don;t go through the food prep areas which they did before. The food has always been OK, it is neither cheap or expensive, you are paying for being a captive audience in the park as well so it has no competition. The field gunner is their biggest meal and is very hearty and reasonable priced, my wife always gets the fish and chips. The fish and chips are just frozen fish and chilled chips cooked quickly. All of the food seems to be form the standard pub meal merchandisers with very little being made fresh on site. It's ok though, somewhere to go when it's raining. I have had a few meals that haven't been the best, burgers and hot sandwiches have never been good but all edible. Coffe and tea are usually very good. The cafe is licensed. There is wheel chair access. Sometimes the larger back room is open sometimes it's in use by the bowls club.

Took a walk in Devonport Park with our junior puppy. Lovely, well kept park, we enjoyed our walk although as our pup needs a lot of exercise we found the path's restricting for her as she's used to vast open spaces to run in. Very nice for a more sedate stroll and lovely views at over the Tamar and Torpoint ferry. We decided to have some breakfast in the café which is dog friendly both outside and also in the function room which is accessed around the back but still part of the main café. We enjoyed a very nice good cooked breakfast and friendly, welcoming service. Definitely will return but more for the café than the park, but that's only suitability for our pup. If you are looking to take a pleasant stroll or have kids and want to explore the park the activity area for them it looks great. Very much a community resource a credit to Devonport.

There is no reason why I should know who is responsible for the selection, training or supervision of the staff here but, they are a hapless crew, who have no idea how service should take place even in the most basic establishment, nor is it apparent how delightful or how much a gold mine this cafe could be if there were to be some fundamental, functional changes.

Visited the other day was a nice day and was hungry so thought i would take my children here. Food arrived very quick. Bad point is that there looks like a new girl has started with red hair, she doesn't help the lovely staff out, stood around drinking her drink and not very helpful when i asked where things were. would go back but this annoyed me as other staff were struggling and she didn't help out. (i think she's new i am not 100% sure)