Dobbies Garden Centre Southport in Sefton

This was our 1st Pupkin event at Dobbies and it was very good. Our little dog Tilly loved it. The Pupkin Patch area is inside Dobbies thankfully given the terrible weather. Full of doggy goodies she was on her own little treasure hunt. Emily who greeted us and took us around the area made a fuss of Tilly who loved the attention. At the end Tilly received a toy which was of good quality and we had digital photos taken which we down loaded at home. Many thanks to Emily and the photographer who are clearly dog lovers who were super friendly and patient. More events like this please Dobbies.

I would rate zero if possible. I went with my husband & granddaughter and it was awful. Long queues for different areas and it was filthy, stains all over seating and dirty cutlery. One coffee, one coke, one tasteless dry cheese scone, soup & sandwich & a children’s pasta was over £23. The child’s pasta came with three dried up, discoloured pieces of carrot that belonged in the bin and three dry pieces of cucumber. My granddaughter wanted an ice cream and it was £2.75 for one small scoop. As a lot of other reviews…never again! It’s a treat to eat out these days and to get service like that is disgraceful.

Dirty cutlery, dirty tables and chairs, sticky floor, long ques and poor quality food. The toilets are disgusting, toilet roll filling them, stained, not cleaned, no handsoap, light bulbs flickering, locks broken.

Purchased a £400 bistro set and spent many hours texting the head office for availability of the correct cover. The inability to even send one from another shop to ours is ridiculous. The after service is 0/10. Had to purchase a non standard cover to protect it from The Range. Dobbies you should take a leaf out of other companies as this is not the way to treat a customer

This was 2nd time this week because had gone to buy a outdoor furniture which we looked at on Tuesday. We spoke to Georgia which is good sorting things out. We spoke Lisa about buy the furniture and she explained how it was going been to delivered and when . Then We decided to go have a coffee and there was a lot people , and a lot of seats you could sit down. There was not a problem to find seat. That was between 10.30 and 11.00. Thank you From Graham and Valerie

This was a poor experience. No real build up to see Santa... you basically queue in a short line and either side there are a few christmas animals...then you enter the shed. The staff were very polite and accommodating but overall there was nothing magical about this experience

Really enjoy the food and atmosphere here every time we come! Particularly love the scones and cake choices at the cafe

We were looking to seeing Santa at Dobbies in Southport this afternoon. I was first extremely disappointed to see the grotto consisted of a few trees and a couple of animals - this does not constitute a grotto! I have seen more decorations in people's gardens this year.Secondly, we booked a 3.40 slot, yet when we arrived the queue was already at least 12 families deep. There was no social distancing, no floor markings or staff to manage the queue ( during a pandemic this is disgraceful) Then we had to wait for 1 hour and 45 minutes before we actually got to see Santa. My children by this point were frozen and miserable after standing in the cold for such a long period of time and therefore didn't even enjoy seeing him.  Even the presents, which we thought would make up for some of the disappointment were mediocre. My 6 year old nearly burst into tears at a Doc McStuffin book, which is appropriate for a pre school child. No member of staff came to the queue at any point to explain or apologise. I then complained several times to the staff who were only at the back of the grotto doing photographs. I was informed there was a computer issue. Which I still don't understand how this would mean we would wait for 1 hour 45. I asked if we would receive a refund for our terrible experience, to which I was hold to contact the company - this is not acceptable. Additionally, several families went around to the exit and were allowed to jump the queue and see Santa rather than waiting - making our wait even longer. I have never had such an appalling Santa's Grotto experience in my entire life. My two children have been left cold, disappointed and what was meant to be a nice experience turned into a disaster. Do not visit- appalling.

We all know about COVID-19 rules, checked in as normal masked up as normal and glancing at their cake selection and being rudely told to get moving. I think this tattooed gentleman need to either go back of house or attend a charm school. Will not recommend or come back. If you don’t want customers to stop and look then cover your cake counter up !!!!

Normally not bad in the restaurant except today when we were charged £6.10 for two very stale cream scones.

My wife bought a firepit for the family which was received slightly damaged. Our contacts were Sarah and Andy who were patient, amenable and genuinely did all they could to resolve the issue. The reason this is 4 star and not 5 is that over my 4 phone calls I spent a total of 35 minutes listening to a recorded message which is not fair. They should implement a system such that if the call is not answered swiftly you can leave a message and contact number for them to return the call. Ultimately, me and The Boss are grateful our firepit looks the part and thanks to Andy and Sarah.

Everything fine until we had to clear mountains of rubbish of our table to await the arrival of our food. Not the fault of the girl cleaning the tables its managements fault that she was doing it all on her own and disgusting lazy customers can’t be bothered returning their trays to the trolly. How the hell the people who left the table pictured created that much mess is beyond me. Its the school holidays why is there only one till open ? The sandwiches we had were really good no issues there shame the place was so messy

Went here on Monday afternoon. I had lemon drizzle and coffee. My sister had the same although her cake was smaller than mine. Our other sister had ham, egg and chips which she sent back as it was cold. When it came back there were half the amount of chips. She also had coffee and walnut cake which was like rubber.

You state you are dog friendly, but I pose a question...how is a solo visitor with a dog supposed to order any food or drinks when the dogs can’t go up to the till area?! I was hoping to visit here weekly whilst on maternity leave. I will now be taking my business elsewhere! So basically you are only dog friendly for customers in groups of two or more!

This morning at 11.15 am. cued for 27 min. for a cup of coffee, when I turned round there was a cue of 17 behind me. They couldn't care less. If you want coffee or a meal cross the road and go to Rimmers, Dobbies Management need to learn how to manage a restaurant .

Very busy at the counter when we got there and they were trying to encourage people to use the self serve coffee machine to take pressure off the Q. Worth the wait for “proper” coffee though!

It was a pleasant afternoon tea, staff friendly. However I did feel it was expensive compared to others & not as much choice. They do offer a children’s afternoon tea but it’s basically sugar (nice for a treat though).

We have been visiting dobbies for years to see father Christmas. He has always been very good so we keep coming back. The one we saw years before talked to my children about the reindeers and really got them excited. This year the man they used seemed tired. He didnt really go into anything with my daughters apart from asking what they would like for Christmas. I could tell that would be it so I decided to start talking a lot to make my daughter feel like it was magical. I was so disappointed I will not be going again to dobbies to see father Christmas what a let down.

As members, we get two coffees free each month which is great. We love having a coffee and breakfast at Dobbies. The food and coffee is always nice and the staff are friendly. Afterwards, we enjoy shopping for plants etc - such a nice place to visit.

A superb location and a lovely restaurant / tea shop serving great home-made food. Excellent service

Best Santa we’ve ever met! He chatted to the children about his favourite Christmas song, tactfully navigated their questions, gave them tips on his favourite treats to leave by the fire to keep him going on Christmas Eve. Breakfast very good quality but the chocolate brownie pudding shaped like Christmas tree complete with icing, sprinkles etc for children to decorate and keep them occupied was an expert move. Great quality gifts which Santa gave out too. Magical morning... thank you so much

I visited with my 85 year old Dad and went to the part of the cafe where they make baguettes and sandwiches. We were ignored by the girl serving for a couple of minutes and when she eventually dragged herself over to us, we were informed that the service didn't start for another 15 minutes. So, she quite happily left an elderly man to stand there. Another member of staff appeared and I questioned why we were being made to wait when there were no signs to say what time the service started. She answered that they were taking orders so the other member of staff clearly could not be bothered serving us. Absolutely disgraceful and I will never visit again.

Usually come and have a look around the plants etc every few months came looking a few days ago for a couple of ready made planters for Christmas presents which I managed to purchase quite expensive for what contents were in it but the container was a nice basket and a couple of the plants can be planted in the garden when they get two big for the container.I found the man in.the outdoor garden department pleasant and helpful and even offered to make up a container with my own selection of plants if I wanted Dobbies sell quite alot of clothes as well now and a good selection of yankie candles.it was quite nicely decorated for Christmas but nothing special I have not been in the cafe for some time so can't compare it to other garden centres

Well this place is a mix of good & not so much....

My parents and I went for breakfast today at Dobbies. There were lots of cake and danish selections as well as a cooked breakfast option. The food was tasty, and good coffee, with a spacious atmosphere however it was quite expensive for what it was compared to places that are easier to travel to. The barista helped me carry my mums food over though which was very thoughtful and helped me to not do two trips. Overall a good experience.

My wife and I bought only a few weeks ago a table and chairs, fire pit style, reduced to £395. Today on line I found, what I thought was the same items in a nearby store, the Range reduced to £200. I went and spoke with the manager remarking on the similarities and asking for a price match locally which is their policy. However having spoken with the deputy manager I was informed it was not identical and may be of an inferior quality and I would not qualify for a part-refund. Both pictures look very similar to me, down to the cushions, tiles and style. The only positive was I could return my furniture for a full refund, whereby I could then save myself £200 on the other purchase. It was not the outcome I would have hoped for from a store we have frequented supported regularly since it's opening. I will be writing to the head office for their comments and give feedback, thereafter.

We came here for breakfast on a Sunday morning. I paid part cash part card and the cashier was so rude, didn’t know what she was doing. Asked if I could just pay is cash and then added the total up incorrectly. I advised that it was all money regardless of how I pay it and the rudeness continued followed by a full breakfast, won’t be returning.

This is clearly much more than a garden centre which I think is probably its core business but here you can buy other garden stuff as well as plants and tools like garden furniture and barbecue and not forgetting a nice new top, calendar, jigsaw, toys, vases, house plants, mugs, food and kitchen equipment. Personally I find the garden centre ridiculously expensive and poor quality. It does however sell rather nice cake in its large cafe which is clearly popular with the blue rinse brigade looking for an easy shopping experience virtually all under one roof and without their hair getting ruined as most of the outside plants are under cover too! There is a play area for kids but I’ve not really seen that.

I am a regular customer to Dobbie's for a meet & eat catch up with friends. Yourafternoon tea was £17 but has jumped straight up to £25!! The food was poor this time though in the past great value in lovely surroundings. What have you done Dobbie's??

It was a spur of the moment decision to go to Dobbies and have tea. We hadn’t booked but the have a separate Tea Room which has lots of space we were quickly seated and ordered 2 traditional afternoon teas although they also offer a chocolate tea. When it came it was beautifully presented by a friendly server. Everything was delicious especially the strawberry tart !!!! Scones where light and buttery. Very reasonably priced highly recommended

Having had afternoon tea at Dobbies on many occasions, my friend and I decided to try the “new” version today.. and I really wish we hadn’t bothered!! The old menu was delightful and at £17.50 for two .. well worth the money.

I have been coming to dobbies since my son was born and enjoyed a breakfast with him on occasions, today we decided to come for breakfast and a play, the breakfast has changed so you can’t choose what you want and since they changed the tomatoes and mushrooms the choice is not good. I ordered a sausage and bacon barm which was awful, without asking the barm was toasted making it like cardboard to eat and the rest wasn’t so good either! I will be avoiding this place in future for food as it has gone way down hill.

Today we had my daughters 6th birthday party at the playcentre, Rose who hosted us was amazing, she took care of every detail and looked after children and parents alike so cheerfully. The children played, with the playcentre exclusively for them, they eat afternoon tea which was very nicely presented and a great combination of fruit and cake along with flower shaped sandwiches. The children also decorated gingerbread and the 90mins flew by. The playcentre was very clean, when we arrived and the facilities are new and of a very high standard. I would highly recommend.

Saturday 20 July 2019, there is a private function in the 'tea rooms,' but oh, how we wish it was 'private.' The music (dj), screaming, shouting ... Can't hear ourselves speaking in the adjoining restaurant. So inappropriate. Won't come again. Stay away unless u want your ears blasted. The poor old dears here with their families to enjoy a nice afternoon. Make your mind up dobbies. Loyal cust8who spend a lot of money regularly with you or a one off entertainment party? What disn't you hold it after the shop had closed? Even the flowers are folding their leaves to keep the noise out. They are playing 'let's twist again' now. U can imagine the din.

I wanted to go to Debbie's on the recommendation of my mother. But as I couldn't find a Debbie's because it doesn't exist, I decided to go to Dobbies. Been coming here since I moved to Southport 6 years ago. It is a bit hit and miss in every department. Some days you go and the plants and flowers and brilliant. Other days not so. And the same applies to the cafe. However, there is a lot of quality products here but you do have to pay for it. Quite expensive compared to some places.

Visited Dobbies restaurant in Southport recently. I ordered a fresh fish alongside fish fingers for both my grandchildren.

Visited for breakfast which we have for a number of years. Menu completely changed. It was TERRIBLE. Not going back until the previous menu is re-instated

My mum and I visited the restaurant for a coffee. The service is always fast and the girls work very hard. ( i think customers do not realise how high pressured that job is.) We made are way to pay and as always the assistant (I think he is American) Was so polite and upbeat.He is worth his weight in gold. Well done you.

Unfortunately had to visit the facilities during a visit to buy a garden shed. Overpowering smell of stale urine and no check board to confirm facilities were regularly inspected. Ugh

Went today for garden centre to look around went into restaurant for some lunch layout st front not very good wait one side for food then go other side tor drinks then move along to pay by the time you get to your seat food not warm staff not very friendly no thankyou etc over priced for some things

Meet up with family for breakfast but now they have stopped the pick your own items for a set menu and staff advised you cannot swap items do not understand the decision that stops your customer having s choice N

Firstly the standard of service is low. Staff are grumpy and unhelpful, barging around and not customer focused. Queues are invariably long and no one seems to care. Tables often left uncleared or uncleaned. And it's expensive. On the up side, cakes are really good.

The shopping for garden plants a success as usual but the restaurant visit wad yet again a comets let down. Ok, we queued as expected, eventually sorting our requirements, then trundle over to then queue to pay, this was a disaster. The queue was about 6 people, ( not bad you would think, wrong, it took forever, two meals going cold. Why they cannot open the other till when staff can obviously see people waiting with their slowly congealing lunches. Patience was now ebbing away so I approached a male member of staff I could see bobbing around, asking politely if it would be possible to open the other till as our meals were going cold. He informed me it was he's job to open other till but he was busy filling the condiment section. When he eventually opened the other till, the people at the back became first in the queue for that till. We eventually was served along with other dissatisfied customers. These two very unhappy diners will only be frequenting the restaurant for nothing more than a coffee in the future! P. S. The trifle was very nice but that was meant to be cold! I've rated one star for the trifle and one for the garden plant shopping.

We had our little girls birthday party here, in the soft play area and I can honestly say it’s the most organised and relaxed party I’ve ever held for my children. As soon as we got there our party planner, Rose, greeted us and took us to the party area. She explained to us the party schedule and brought us tea and coffee for the parents. We got to sit a relax while Rose took care of everything. Would definitely book a party here again. Thank you Rose.

Debbie’s is probably my favourite garden centre. I really enjoy popping in here when we go to visit my son in Southport. We like the layout and the quality of it all especially the cafe area which I for one can’t pass without stopping for a cake and a brew!

Why cannot the tea & coffee facilities be sorted, they always have queues often back past the salad bar?

Coffee good but over priced. Cheese scone still tasty and good value. Have to be patient because of likely Q to get served although noted they now have a self serve hot drinks dispenser. Is the coffee same quality as served at the counter though?

we visited Dobbies for our Lunch on our way home after an Easter break in Southport

My husband and i called for lunch, 2 paninis and chips, not to much to handle you would think the paninis were look warm and the chips were part cooked. I ordered the food and my husband the coffee the food arrived before the coffee .

Excellent place for gardeners. There is a vast range of plants and gardening products at reasonable prices also the staff are so helpful, giving you inspiration for your own garden. My only problem is the restaurant - not much inspiration there - whoever thought that congealled food sitting for hours under hot lights would be appetizing - also from their demeanour the restaurant staff look like they just don't want to be there - so for us definitely 5 stars for the Garden Center but give the restaurant a miss.

Lunchtime, 2 adults and 2 small children. Cafe extremely well-populated, so hopeful. Children's snack boxes available, which I thought a good idea and reasonable value. However, only one type of sandwich left, and ONE bruised apple. For adults could find only some limited hot dinners, and a plentiful supply of cake. Wanted a light snack - only thing on offer baguettes (ham/cheese, cheese/pickle etc) at £6.90 each. Ended up with a scone and a slice of cake. People queued for hot food, then a long queue for hot drinks, then ANOTHER long queue to pay. Cashier obviously untrained - did not know how to work the till and had to keep referring to a colleague. Took AGES to tot up our small amount of food and drink. Later came to table to inform us payment had not gone through, so had to return to till and do again. Later noticed an item on bill of £1.50 charitable donation, which I had not been asked if I wanted to make. What's that all about? Couldn't face another queue to make a query, so let it go. Oh, the scone and cake were OK, but shan't do this again unless desperate.

My husband and I visited Dobbies Southport for the first time to have lunch together. The food looked delicious and we both ordered the shepherds pie, mixed vegetables and roast potatoes. When my husband went to pay the cashier kindly pointed out that, as pensioners, we were entitled to a meal with a hot drink and pudding for the same price as just the main meal. We were delighted but once we started eating, it was quite a disappointment. Although the shepherds pie was delicious, the vegetables were cold and the roast potatoes were inedible. The adjacent table to ours was also full of dirty dishes from the previous diners and I had to call the cleaner over to collect them. When the serving lady brought food to people on a nearby table, I called her over and told her about the state of the food for which she apologised and just walked off. We left the vegetables and roasties on the plate and my husband went to get our drink and sweet. However, due to the long queues, he just got the lovely looking jam sponge and custard (the server asked him if he wanted gravy on them!!) but when we began eating them, the custard was tepid and the sponge was so hard, we had to attack it with the spoon instead of cut it normally. Eventually, I called the dish clearer over and asked if the duty manager was available. He brought her over and we explained what had happened. She said it was a shame we had eaten the sponge and custard because she would have replaced them. I (tactfully) pointed out that our first complaint had fallen on deaf ears and we had left the food uneaten on the plate. She offered us some cakes for our inconvenience and said she would investigate why it had happened - we declined the cakes as we really didn't want anything for our complaint but I said I thought Dobbies had a training issue as the food was below standard and it was difficult to believe that her statement that "The food temperatures are checked hourly," was indeed being followed - either that or the server wasn't bothered or was too busy to actually do it effectively. We won't be going back.

Been today to go the craft fair and visited the restaurant at Dobbies. Nice big space, plenty of staff and really nice food. We had soup and sandwich great value for money and finished with a scone :)

Popped in for lunch had fish and chips. Fish batter toooooo hard and grey fish inside. Think maybe cook to order better as hot lamp dries it out. hi

My family and I had a great time at Dobbies Southport celebrating my sisters baby shower today. Both the food and the atmosphere were lovely! We would like to say a big thank you to our lovely waitress who helped to make the day extra special (didn’t catch her name).

Regularly head for Dobbies for garden items, plants are healthy and good value for money. There is everything there you could possibly need to keep your garden and allotment in my case, in good shape. The indoor store has a huge range of items from top brands - Joules, Hotel Chocolat, Woodwick, Yankee Candle, Radley, Kipling etc. There's also a Cotton Traders concession in store. Maidenhead Aquatics for fish/reptile fans, a good area with children's toys, a book area and a good range of houseplants and accessories.

we popped in to dobbies for breakfast, 4 adults. fairly busy but breakfast was served quickly as about 5 staff serving it. then it was downhill all the way...

I came here today with my mum and auntie. We had a look around the shop and centre which had lots of different things. I loved that they sell goldfish and tropical fish here to and we had a look at these. We then had some lunch in the cafe. We had 2 lots of jacket potatoes and a fish and chips. The service was quick and friendly, the food was good and very filling and generally the place is clean.

really wouldnt recommend the food here, breakfast was not hot and when asking for the five items they give you one piece of everything, one hash brown, one piece of bacon !!

Wish I had read the reviews on Trip Adviser before deciding to go here for breakfast. Can honestly say it was the worst breakfast I have ever had. Think some of the items had been kept warm overnight they were so dried up, eggs like rubber, mushrooms like bullets, hash browns and tomatoes dried up. In it's favour we had a cherry scone after which was nice.

Had a wonderful afternoon tea for 15 people, food was lovely and so much, staff were brilliant, couldn't fault anything and would reccomend

I feel dismayed with Debbie’s Southport. It really has gone down in my opinion. It has the feel of the place on Preston new road the cheap and tacky one.

Our Sunday afternoon trip to Dobbies Restaurant Southport was shocking!

It isn't the fault of the staff, it is their obvious lack of training as nobody has a clue.

Great cafe inside of the garden centre/ shop/ deli. The cakes are to die for. It’s self serve with a good choice of menu.

We went for the first time to Dobbies for the Christmas afternoon tea. It was helpful to be able to book online and even when we wanted to add another person to the booking at the very last minute it was easily done over the phone.

Best I can say, coffee O.K. food cold have to wait to pay, poor infrastructure for getting a hot meal.

My granddaughter bought tickets for a Halloween party tea - but was worried aabout her 2 year old son who has severe food allergies. This was mentioned prior to the party but she still sought out staff when they arrived to double check there would be something to eat for Oliver. She was so pleased when they had already prepared a special plate for him which was perfect. Thanks so much to the staff for their care and attention to detail.

I love visiting Dobbies and as a Dobbies cardholder visit regularly to take advantage of the free hot drinks and a cake treat. The cakes were delicious as usual, but there appeared to be a private Halloween themed party taking place in the tearoom. The noise was unbearable. Racked up so loud that, even though we sat right over the other side of the cafe, you couldn't hear anyone speaking. It was noticeable that not many people were lingering over their coffees. Even the girl serving us commented, "I don't know how much more of this I can take!"

We popped in, to look for Xmas goodies and novelties and ended up having midday meal there. My son plumped for the fish and chips (£10.95) with peas and tartare sauce. No complaints there. My wife, who was not feeling that hungry, had the chicken and barley broth(£4.75)- a rather small bowl of soup for the money, with a bread roll or two. She liked it and said it had a ‘kick’ to it. I chose the beef in red wine, accompanied by mashed potato, garden peas, carrots and parsnips., costing £9.75. Now, the taste was basically OK- there were button mushrooms in the stew, too- but my meal suffered from a very common problem in restaurants. The food was prepared earlier and kept warm by hotplate and the heat from very bright lights. As a result, the carrots, peas and mash were all dried up in both appearance and taste. Lastly, a pot- of- tea for two cost an eye watering £4.10 and only contained one ( small) cup and a partial top- up of each.

The food here is simply awful. Soup was dreadful. Lasagne just sheets of pasta with little else. Never again.

Very, very disappointing ham baguette. No butter on the rather stale baguette, little ham, salad going brown and crisps old and soggy. Knives and forks were not clean and in very short supply. Will never eat there again. Cakes looked nice but after the baguette decided not to spend any more money in the cafe.

I go for breakfast here with my dad every weekend. I love having the range of options so we don’t always get the same thing every week. Cakes are lovely, breakfast is super cheap and tasty and there are other things available at lunch and dinner etc.

The garden centre Staff very off hand and not interested at all in solving mis priced products that I wanted to buy. This isn’t the first time but will definitely be the last.

Went to Dobbies yesterday for lunch. Sorry we did as it was a miserable let down. Had beef inwine with mushrooms and rice .. hubby had tips. The beef in wine was bland and just warm the chips were old and a bit soggy. The cup of tea was perfect. Been to Dobbies quite a bit over the years they used to do a good salad bar however they no longer do .. bad decision its hard to wreck a salad.

Visited to pick up an order from Cotton Traders in-store at Dobbies Southport. Have never eaten here before just bought plants etc. As it was lunchtime we thought we would give it a go. Two serving sections one for drinks one for food and wasn't entirely sure what to do first. Hubby queued for drinks and I did the food. You are given an order number to put on table. You then have to go to central pay point. I bagged a table as it was busy and when my husband was carrying the drinks my heart was in my mouth as the floor was spattered with food and I thought he might slip so left my shopping and dashed over and told him. We had tea and jacket potatoes. Food was just ok my chilli cheese potato came with no cheese and I really couldn't be bothered to go and sort out. Salad is just lettuce leaves no dressing or tomatoes etc.By the way be aware if you want mayo etc ask cashier as it isn't on display and nobody tells you unless you ask. Going back to the floor, for goodness sake Dobbies tables were being cleared and staff doing it were stepping over it jelly, cake, pieces of meat you name it! Health and Safety would have had a fit! Won't be eating here again.

Just went for breakfast and to be honest won't be going again. The service was so slow the breakfast was cold before the drinks were ready.Only one member of staff on drinks counter!! The lady on the food counter was alone as well and didn't look pleased when I asked for something that was going to involve her asking kitchen staff rather than serve from the hot plates. The food side should have it's own till point and drinks should be available on that side as well Basically you queue twice in separate queues to get the complete meal. We are members of the Dobbies Club Plus and have not minded queuing for drinks and cakes but to be honest there needs to be a serious review of meal and drink service.

Visited this garden centre a few days ago. The whole place resembles a lofty warehouse with nothing inviting to look at. They had a sale on but other than candles and room incense

We went for my husband's club plus free complimentary birthday treat this afternoon and it was awful we are glad it was free because it was so dry we couldn't eat it.

Excellent range of bulbs, plants, vegetables and fruit trees for planting. Experienced staff on hand to answer queries too. Gift ware is a little pricey, but there's a nice range of things to buy, and if you have time for tea & cake there's a super range to choose from - my favourite is the chocolate cake every time!

Rather expensive but good choice of products. Cafe needs a better organisation as food nearly cold before payment complete.

Came here for dinner around 2pm we had a toastie and a panini both served with chips. We had to wait 15 minutes for food but you expect that when it’s busy and the weather is nice so that wasn’t a problem. As the title says it was great food and I would recommend this place for food. The tuna melt panini is a high recommendation from my lovely girlfriend!

Just been to Dobbies with My lovely Mum, ordered a sandwich - not sure what you could call it to be honest - there was 38 lengths of onion with hardly any ham - I know that seems like I have sat there counting them...

Been here many times for a cuppa and scone or cake even had a sandwich here occasionally! Yesterday a Sunday we were visiting And decided to have Sunday lunch here! I had Turkey, 2 small roast potatoes, cabbage and gravy! The meat was ok the ret of it was verging on cold and hardly a platefull! my husband vegetarian had cheddar and red onion quiche no sign of any red onions and what he ate of the quiche was like scambled eggs he said! Not worth the money service was also diabolical! I expect a friendly person dishing up my food!!

Lovely place to shop bargains too! Always a sale on on some products! Cakes scrumptious especially the ones in a terracotta plant pot ! Yes a pot which you can use for a small plant later! Well worth a visit !!

over Easter called at Dobbies for a look round and have a tea and cake unfortunately

having recently been to the Dobbies at Speke, I can't believe how different the 2 cafes are. The staff here are pleasant and polite, and more of them, the tables are cleared promptly, the food is brought to your table rather than you having to stand at the counter whilst the paninis/toasties are made. Plenty of food available in preparation, tea and coffee are prepared at a counter rather than self-serve. The whole experience was so much better, and there was actually more choice of food, and the prices were the same. Well done Southport. Only quibble is that the sandwich served with the soup combo was a bit poorly presented, pre-wrapped in cellophane, like a kiddies' meal sarnie

I take my lad to dobbies once a fortnight. We enjoy the shop, the fish, toys, food hall etc. The coffee and cake is good. However every time we have food we are disappointed. The salad garnish is always tired, brown and inedible. The cooking oil is often dark and burnt tasting. It's a simple menu so there is no excuse for poor quality or tired produce. Sort it out dobbies and i might actually visit more and recommend you to others.

Visited the nice restaurant part this week which seats at lot of people only to be greeted with have we booked?!! Awkward feeling really as the place was virtually empty and after coming here many times over the last couple of years and never been asked that it felt a little embarrassing as we hadn’t,but told by the gentleman hang on while he checks!! I could have understood it if it was heaving.Anyway, We were allowed to stay and if we hadn’t been hungry we wouldn’t have bothered.We were there over an hour and in that time one couple and a party of three came in only to be asked the same question (have you booked)!!!!(it was still empty).They only do afternoon tea now so the wonderful extensive menu I’m afraid is a thing of the past so we won’t be rushing back.We were told new owners with new ideas!!

I have just had a 7 piece breakfast had to wait 9 minutes to pay whilst food was getting cold sausage very hard to cut fried bread shot of plate when tried to cut it bacon was cremated egg was ok beans ok mushrooms ok wouldn't go again waste of money for £4.55

Have only tried the coffee and scones. Coffee some of the best in the area even if a little over priced. Try the Cheese scones.

Been twice this week with 2 differant friends !! We like the relaxed atmosphere and never feel rushed The staff...

afternoon tea a joke sandwiches would not feed a mouse, waiter did nothing but complain about head office allowing bookings...

We are members of Dobbies reward scheme and usually enjoy our once a month visit, however last time the place was a little on the cold side and my wife and I had a lovely looking

Lovely store with high quality butchers and a wonderful café with an array of high class food options many lovely...

It's a noisy atmosphere loud echo in the main cafe. It was cold airy so unable to take our coats...

Went to Dobbies in Southport,(BENTHAMS WAY) for an Afternoon Tea for 2.. We booked in advance and upon arriving the...

Waited 20 minutes for a lousy dried spud. With a measly chilli con carne the size of small fist.which was hard.and a tiny salad.very poor for a lot of money.

Went here to browse the shop and decided to have a bite to eat, but the food on offer looked very dried up and not so appetizing so didn't bother.

We have been twice to the afternoon tea restaurant in the last couple of months and each time we have been greeted by the most unfriendly, rude and narky woman in the tea room. Everything is too much trouble for her and we caught her rolling her eyes just because we asked due to dietary requirements, to have no butter on the sandwiches. Surely the sandwiches should be freshly made, as this quite expensive tea room claims!