Fred and Doug's in Epping Forest

Expensive but worth it. Tastiest breakfast I have had in a long time. (Avocado & Egg on toast with truffle oil) Definitely going back.

Luke warm food, that’s not freshly cooked, when raised with staff, a new portion came out within 2 minutes - still like warm, rubbery where it has been sitting there for hours.

Fairly good value for money and place but the food was ok, nothing amazing. Nice people and efficient service though.

We had a great breakfast at F&D this morning. It’s looking fresh after the refurb. The coffee is second to none and I would highly recommend The Saf to eat - delicious as ever!!

Wow..... what an experience! A colleague and I heard whispers that a boujee cafe nearby had just had a revamp, so decided to see what all the fuss was about ourselves. As soon as we walked through the door, we were instantly greeted by a warm smile as we were escorted to our seats. As we gandered over the menu, we were struck by some overwhelming prices. However, as you can see by the picture provided, this is justified by the monstrous amount of food in each serving. I opted for the 'club', and must admit, I was swept off my feet. A bed of crunchy sourdough gets mounted by fresh avocado, succulent salad, some beautifully crisp bacon, topped of with some chicken covered in sesame seeds. A perfectly cooked boiled egg gets halved and placed at either end of the bread, then it's finished with their spicy mayo, which tied the entire dish together flawlessly. My colleague was almost in tears by the end of his. All in all, I had a great experience in a stunning establishment which oozes class, and will definitely be returning. Not too happy with a £3 san pellegrino though :(

Had a great breakfast here with some pals. Seems to be a good haunt for mums in the area. I had a decaf mocha and the granola, both tasted amazing. If I had to complain, I did have to ask for my coffee, but the team made up for it in taste.

Food here is always delicious, with great choices whether you're a meat eater, vegetarian, or vegan. The coffee tastes divine as well as the fresh orange juice, and I would highly recommend you visit, I can guarantee you'll want to go back.

Once a month we visit Epping only to go to Fred & Doug’s We are both 80 years old but make sure we visit Fred @ Doug’s for lunch the food and the service are first class and not expensive

Best coffee ever! Lovely breakfasts with some healthy options that taste amazing - Super friendly staff as well.

5/5 food quality, presentation and taste. First time in Essex but will be coming back specifically for it!

Had an amazing breakfast at Fred & Dougs, there was a short wait to be seated as I visited at a busy time, the staff kept us informed and made us feel welcomed while we waited.. the food was delicious, great coffee, friendly staff.. Will definitely go back

Amazing breakfast. The best coffee. Very friendly service.

One of the best full English breakfasts I’ve had. Very nice presentation, with bright orange egg. Everything on the plate was delicious, the tomato perfectly cooked. If I’m being picky I would have preferred more charring on the bacon and sausage but they were delicious anyway. I also would have liked black pudding but not sure if it’s on the menu. The butter and toast were very good as well. Nice outdoor seating and friendly service.

I had a really great visit to Fred and Doug this week. The vegan breakfast is good and I’m always impressed by latte art in non-dairy milks. The staff were friendly and the food arrived fairly quickly and was really well presented. I will definitely be back.

Coffee was fantastic! Service was good, when 14 cyclists turned up, they were very accommodating and very reasonable prices too!

Absolutely delicious food and lovely staff. Highly recommend!

Food and service are really good.

Stopped here for breakfast on a weekend bike ride. The coffee was good as was the bacon and egg sandwich. The staff were also very friendly and helpful

What can I say! What a little gem I have found in Epping High Road! Lovely welcoming staff, great service and above all fantastic food! I had the Dougs Dish (full English) I couldn’t fault it great fresh ingredients cooked to perfection. I would definitely recommend you pay them a visit (opposite the old Barclays Bank)

We absolutely love coming here for the truffle avo, it’s quite simply the best brunch dish I’ve had for a long while in the U.K. you get a sense of the Aussie brunch scene in here and it works perfectly. The staff are always so lovely and welcoming and the coffee always hits the spot!

Lovely food, bit cramped inside, would have loved outdoor seating

Lovely cafe with nice helpful staff and good food

Incredible coffee and amazing food. Perfect spot for some breakfast with friends (furry ones too as it’s dog friendly🐶). I had the smashed avocado on toast which was delicious and the atmosphere was nice and relaxed.

Love that they have vegan options, the coffee always tastes that little bit special and the staff are always happy to see you which makes my day.

Probably the best breakfast I have ever eaten. Absolutely delicious. 🤩🤩🤩

Literally the best coffee I’ve had and the food is UNREAL! Perfect service, this place is faultless. If you are in or around Epping, you must go! ⭐️

Lovely little cafe and coffee shop. Fantastic coffee. The owners are really lovely and friendly. Foods great too.

Fantastic place to have breakfast. The atmosphere is posh and elegant, and the healthy breakfast options are a definite plus. As a vegetarian, I appreciate that they offer a good number of dishes suitable for those following a plant-based diet. The friendly and helpful staff also made my experience even more enjoyable. It's always great to be welcomed with a warm smile and helpful service. Overall, I would highly recommend Fred & Dougs to anyone looking for a delicious and healthy breakfast in a sophisticated setting. The ambiance is comfortable, and the decor is tasteful, making for an enjoyable dining experience.

Unfussy , well prepared, swift friendly service

Myself and daughter had breakfast this morning we have been there more than a few times. Today wasn't good fatty bacon underdone eggs even though we had asked for med to hard. Toast cold . We were really looking forward to our breakfast but came out thinking what a water of money . It could be its bank holiday but standards have dropped.

I usually only ever give good reviews, but a complete lack of customer relations have put me off this place. FB messaged them twice in the past to ask about serving times for breakfast etc., - never received any reply given there is actually no other way to contact them because their website had some sort of security risk and the phone number is not in service. (As it happened we went a bit further out to the wonderful Ashlyn's where they did an amazing breakfast). Messaged recently to find out if my partner had left something in the shop and to find out if I could just dash in and pick it up when next I came to Epping but no reply at all - It was only a small thing but it was ignorant not to reply (no matter how busy, and they were not busy at the time). What if it had been something more important? Simple courtesies go a long way. Have only had coffee and cake there - both ok, but forgettable. Cakes were really all sugar no flavour.

Food was excellent,good service.

I wanted to try this little place out whilst in Epping for a morning. It's cute, cosy and intimate. I had to wait fifteen minutes or so for a table for one as it was a little busy as I guess it's quite a popular place. Service was quick, I had a delicious vanilla and chai late and beetroot hummus with poached egg and avocado on sourdough toast which was really good. The food is really fresh, they're using good quality ingredients. I also picked up a couple of cakes to takeaway for later and these were really great too. Staff are friendly and polite.

I don't live in Epping but was over on business very early on Sunday morning. Was hoping to find a cafe open early for breakfast, luckily Fred & Dougs was open at 8am 👍🏼 Great little cafe. Fab scrambled eggs on toast and great coffee. Would be a regular customer if I lived nearer. Lovely to chat to the owner James Would 100% recommend a visit to Fred & Dougs 👍🏼

First time here - they were closing but still served us and coffee and cake were top notch

Live in Epping & frankly quite shocked by the rudeness; told very abruptly that they were busy & to come back another time, won’t be coming back guys!

Good food, but slightly expensive for what it was

Coffee is sensational and very good food.

Cuye little cafe. Lovely breakfast and great coffee.

Amazing coffee and the food was delicious and great quality

You're in a high street cafe, it's never going to have oodles of space. It is indeed small with tables close together.. but that's exactly what creates the atmosphere. Everyone is happy to be there because the service, coffee, food and decor are second to none. Sitting so close to like minded people who feel the way you do about the establishment only makes it better!

Excellent place, great food, and very kind service! Love it! Thank you! :)

Great coffee and friendly arrival however they had ran out of Smoked salmon and we were left waiting with 2 hungry children for 45 mins before anyone even approached us. Then we were told they had to go out to get some salmon. Our food still took another 20/30 mins to arrive. In the meantime my husband had to move the car and actually missed his food arriving at the table. No apology, nothing offered to apologise. Really disappointed family day out lunch. Shame as it’s not the cheapest or the nicest brunch we have had.

I had sourdough toast, but I'm not a big fan, this was the best I've had. Service was very good but it is very busy and popular. So either expect to wait to sit inside or sit outside like we did. Other food looked very nice.

Everything here is top notch. Amazing staff. Delicious food. And the best coffee you’ll find in England. If you’re in the area, be sure to stop in for breaky or lunch. History lovers will also appreciate the family story behind the business. There’s nowhere like Fred & Doug’s.

I met a friend for coffee here this week, Epping is a half way point for both of us and what a little find. Friendly staff, good food to order and delicious cakes (Banana Cake with caramel & cream...!) and not over priced which was a bonus! It was clean, modern and comfortable - and seems to be very popular too as it was full up the whole time! Will go back for sure!

Good tasting strong coffee, if that's your thing. It was very busy when I went so don't expect to get a table that easily on a Saturday.

Great menu lovely vegan options, dog friendly

The very best brunch in the area. Visited many times and always brilliant food and service!

After walking the high street fred & doug looked the best, so glad we stopped in! Beautifully decorated, simple with a few tables. Cakes were delicious 🎂 I don't normally like my hot chocolate in a glass but it was perfect temperature so I was able to pick up, so chocolatey, just perfect! Friendly staff and can't wait to come back!

Delicious salmon wrap and fantastic coffee, topped off with a stinger of a ginger shot, made for the perfect midway break in our hike. Would absolutely recommend and will definitely return.

Lovely little cafe that’s dog friendly. I took my dog and hamster (coming home from a road trip) and the staff welcomed us all. The pesto, tomato and mozzarella toastie was lovely

Top notch Veggie breakfast. And the coffee is always great.

Great space, great coffee and beautifully prepared and presented food with friendly service. We live in Australia and the place has a real Melbourne city vibe (if you’ve ever visited Melbourne, you’ll know this amid a very good thing!) Definitely recommended.

Visit every day to get a coffee around lunchtime. Staff are great and personable, food is fantastic if you want some brunch bits; cakes are also delicious. In my opinion the best coffee in Epping. It’s popular though - and rightly so - so you might have to wait for a table.

It’s very nice in here very busy the toast and coffee very nice but we thought it was very expensive There are lots of Coffee Shops along this High St so they do have a lot of competition but we can get Coffee and Toast for much less the price at some of the other coffee shops up the road

Very friendly staff that were accommodating to a party of 8. Food and service was very good. Can’t find any fault. Would definitely recommend Fred & Doug‘s and I will be back.

Really nice trendy and boutique café. The food is presented beautifully and there's a nice selection. The staff are lovely. There's seating inside and outside and in the afternoon the seats are in the sun. I've been a few times now and never been disappointed. Would recommend.

Great food in a lovely setting with friendly staff. Only down side of it's very popular. Update: Great to see it's survived the pandemic. Food still great.

Excellent café. The food is top quality! The coffee, Square Mile, one of the best in London. The staff is super friendly and there is always a lovely vibe in the place. Love it!

Great food, nice coffee, friendly staff. Little pricey but worth it.

lovely quality food and friendly staff - highly recommend!!

Nice coffee, the place is a bit small and you do have to wait sometimes to sit. Can be quite nosey at times. Best Green tea 🍵 coffee ☕ & Cakes, very welcoming staff. Its a really nice, café and the service is great 👍.

Really enjoyed my Mothers Day breakfast, coffe really good has well.

The food is delicious and locally sourced, good quality food. Lovely for lunch and breakfasts! Good service and lovely staff.

My usual coffee stop whilst regular Epping Forest bike ride. Good coffee, friendly staff!

Busy but attentive staff. Good food and drink selection.

Great coffee & food. Well l worth the five minute wait for a table for 5. The attention to detail in presentation was amazing. Would highly recommend 😊❤️

Top coffee and cakes, friendly staff, will come again.

First time there. Excellent food and very friendly staff.

Delicious hot chocolate! Friendly, helpful staff.

We came here on the new year bank holiday and had to wait 20 mins for a table, we were dubious to start with, however we didn’t regret waiting one bit. The waitresses were friendly and attentive despite the cafe being very busy. Our food was wonderful. The halloumi melted in the mouth, the sourdough toasted perfectly. I ordered a soya flat white and when it arrived, the milk was curdling, the waitress swapped it for me with no hassle, which I really appreciated. Would definitely recommend going and will return if in the area.

Best place in Epping for lunch. Nice to be able to get a high protein meal that was very tasty and different.

Love the food and fresh juices. Think the coffee is a bit over roasted hence the 4star

Absolutely loved it superb delicious food my spicy tuna toasted sandwich was amazing!

Well worth the wait if you have to queue. Love this little place in Epping

Delicious cakes and we'll made coffee. All served by very pleasant staff

Been here lots of times. They serve the best coffee for miles, the food is freshly prepared and delicious, and the staff are always so welcoming and friendly. A must if you’re in Epping!

Brilliant staff helped us get three mums and their buggies in to have a coffee and chat! Lovely sandwiches. Wish the delicious chai latte came in a bigger cup!! Can't wait to go back.

Really pleasant staff and owner. Will definitely visit again, the hot chocolate with coconut milk, was really good.

Brilliant little cafe with lovely staff, incredible food and lovely drinks. Chicken club open sandwich was probably one of the nicest I've ever had, along with some really nice freshly squeezed orange juice and an incredibly smooth latte.

Always a good experience and great food lovely staff

Absolutely highly recommended. We visited this place yesterday for breakfast and was not disappointed whatsoever. Very friendly team, that had made us feel very welcome. I had family members with me that had just landed from Portugal and had their first English breakfast, and this was the right place, the food was absolutely amazing, freshly cooked, very tasty and I got to point out that the bacon was marvellous like everything else obviously. Thank you all for the hospitality and delicious food too. Definitely will visit again when I am down the area.

Our first time ever in England really appreciated the doug's breaksfast. Wonderfull!

Done a delivery and staff very friendly and coffee was Spot on

Have been to Fred & Doug's once before and really enjoyed our breakfast so decided to stop here again last Sunday. This visit was just as good. The staff are all friendly and courteous and know what they are doing and there is a good menu selection to choose from. This place gets very, very busy so either get there early or be prepared to wait - we were lucky that a table in the window became available soon after we arrived. We were advised that our food may take 40mins to arrive as they were so busy but I think that it was delivered in closer to 20-25mins which was fine ...we weren't in any rush. Both meals were cooked and presented really well and we felt that the portion sizes were perfectly adequate and, for the high quality of the ingredients and presentation, that the price represented good value for money. We look forward to our next visit and recommend Fred & Dougs to others.

fred's breakfast was great but i thought the portions were a bit small. The atmosphere of the cafe was good. It was a pleasant breakfast.

My breakfast was ruined by loud, horrible music. I'm never going back ever again.

Friendly, clean and food was very nice..

Very welcoming staff. Good quality food

Food was so fresh and flavoursome wouldn't eat lunch any where else in Epping

NOT celiac friendly. 'Gluten-free options' is effectively just for show as they do not have separate spaces or appliances to prepare gluten free food.

Has 'gluten free options' but it is pointless as the kitchen is tiny and they do not have separate areas/toasters etc for the gluten free bread, so everything is heavily cross contaminated. Wasted time coming here expecting to be able to be catered for.

Excellent breakfast on Sunday morning- their full English was very tasty, top quality sausage and bacon, perfectly cooked eggs and everything was nice and hot. Large portion of porridge with fresh berries and banana was excellent. All the staff were welcoming and attentive, nice to see smiles and be acknowledged even though it was our first visit. Definitely will be coming back for more.

Best Ginger shots ever. Always polite and helpful. Lovely people lovely food. excellent experience. Definitely worth a visit.

Really enjoyed our breakfast. Food is high quality.

Had a lovely brunch, with Sour dough bread tasted lovely and the staff were helpful, will go again xxx

They only do sour dough which I like but when its toasted it's to hard and the slices are small need more bread choices

Ate here on Sunday for the first time and everything about it was fabulous, food, staff, politeness, ambience, coffee, service - would thoroughly recommend!!!!

Excellent breakfast, good choice for vegetarians too. Pleasant service and great coffee too!