Frescoes Coffee House in Bedford

Had a gorgeous slice of baked apple bakewell cake. Did an art workshop there

One of my favourite cafes in Bedford, the food is good and hearty. They’re priced well, have a nice selection and the best part is the staff are so lovely, been there soo many times because they just make it a lovely experience to come back.

A lovely little café with a nice atmosphere and good vibes. They have some good vegan options, so I'll be back! Lovely place to sit and journal/read for a bit.

Absolutely love Frescoes. Amazing breakfast and a fab service. One of the things I love the most is that the breakfasts are "suggestions" and you can add and remove items.

Visited today, excellent service, food and coffee. Will be back.

Lovely staff, very attentive. Food looked amazing and the Halloumi pizza was delicious. White hot chocolate is to die for.

The place itself is cosy, almost a bit too cosy, but the unique decor and art gallery are very nice, the small size means that the beverages area is fully exposed, which looks nice and shows the cleanliness of the place. I was primarily here for the coffee, and I was not too happy with it. The double espresso i ordered was bitter and almost tasted burnt, the pros are that it was not too watery despite the comparatively larger portion size and the machine expelling coffee quicker than other machines i have witnessed, the crema was quite abundant although it was very pale. The coffee i got had very little acidity or sweetness although i did pick up faint chocolatey notes. Overall I don't think I would be back here any time soon as the coffee is really quite bad with a strange aftertaste.

Customer for nearly 3 decades now, and just keep on comng back. Simply one of the best places to eat anywhere and a cut above the rest with the best owner and friendly staff, love 'em all. The fresco outside is lovely too. Recommended!

Lovely food and good coffee and a nice choice of different food on the menu

Lovely coffee shop, we sat upstairs, very cosy, nice coffee

A very nice coffee shop restaurant. We had scrambled egg with smoked salmon on a bagel for brunch. With a nice coffee. It was delicious. Good service and friendly staff too. Highly recommended.

Staff are rude, no sense of customer service. Whisper amongst themselves and make faces. Won’t be returning and won’t be recommending. It’s clear they have a different relationship with their regulars!

Such a lovely place! Nice staff and drinks

Wife and I popped in and JUST THE 2 LOYAL LADY ASSISTANTS WERE RUNNING THE SHOW. OK...WE WAITED BUT AS USUAL THEY WERE CHAMPIONS IN BOTH LOVELY FOOD AND TEA COFFEE. CONCLUDED WITH SMILES. THANK YOU FOR TODAY AND ALL THE OTHER TIMES WE VISIT FRESCOES. OWNER...INVEST IN THESE LADIES WITH AN ICREASE IN THERE PAY AND THE WAY THEY PROJECT THEMSELVES. CHEERS PHILL Ann. Oops owner where were you.? Ha.

Wonderfully cosy little café serving genuinely good food. Enjoyed the warm fresh scones.

My partner and I visited this morning for some breakfast. We were warmly welcomed into a gorgeous independent coffee house that had a range of food options. I ordered a full English and my partner had the onion, sausage and mustard ciabbatta- both were incredible! The coffee was really good quality and the entire atmosphere was very relaxing and bright. We were visiting from London, but if we ever return to Bedford, we'll definitely be dining there again!

Great little spot for lunch- had the banana pancakes and was very yummy!!

I had the full breakfast and tea I loved the cute tea pot they serve the tea in service was excellent and the staff were friendly

I went for a brunch. The cafe was full. The personnel was friendly even though they were busy. Excellent food, excellent service. I recommend it.

Great coffee and very friendly staff and delicious cakes.

Lovely find, blink and you might miss it, stopped in with my son before going to The Higgin museum we needed breakfast. So friendly, staff lovely, my son loved his American pancakes, the food was delicious and coffee great. A little gem, definitely recommend and would come back when in Bedford x

I like to drink a coffee here because it reminds me a good Italian bar! They also have some seats outside!

Always a smile and a warm welcome here, which is much appreciated. I've filled up my Loyalty card many times over! A particularly nice place to have lunch and meet a friend. Thank you Frescoes for always being there :-)

I went to Freshcos today and had a salami, cheddar, black olive ciabatta with some crisps and coleslaw on the side. I also had tea and a caramel shortbread. I was happy with the food, service and overall vibe of the establishment. I would go there again and would be happy recommend it to family and friends.

Very reliable little oasis of calm. Good food, relaxed friendly atmosphere.

Always a place to meet friends.

January 2022 We really like this independent coffee shop which does lovely food including breakfasts and lunches. We pop in when we're in Bedford. Why wouldn't you use an independent, local business??? Nice owner and good, efficient yet friendly service. Lovely smells coming from the kitchen!!! Look up this independent cafe if you are in Bedford. You won't regret it!

Love a Frescoes breakfast. Fast and very friendly service, beautifully presented and delicious. Tasty Bedfordshire banger all for a good price. Add a great cup of coffee and we come away feeling well fed and very happy

It gave me stomachade and diarrhoea. I ordered alternative milk and probably they used normal whole milk or expired milk. This explains why I got so sick from my stomach.

Excellent service wonderful food and very friendly staff. Brilliant experience. Will be back again.

Nothing was bad per se but i felt it was all a little underwhelming given the price. I had a latte and egg and bacon bagel. The bagel was really dry and scrambled egg was just okay. The coffee was quite average but it was quite a generic blend. All in all id say i was a little disappointed unfortunately as i had high hopes for this place.

Up to Bedford from South Coast to pick up some purchases. Went into town centre for a quick bite and happened upon this establishment. Small but clean, tidy and nicely decorated and furnished. Good coffee and excellent tuna & cheddar ciabatta with coleslaw and crisps

What a lovely smart cafe. Delicious breakfast bagel and good coffee. Friendly service. A definite must.

Great place for lunch. Staff are always smiling and helpful.

Good food good service good location

We had an absolutely delicious brunch today and great coffees. Great menu for breakfast, brunch, lunch and drinks. Lovely place to visit and excellent service. Would highly recommend.

Staff were so friendly, great service with a smile. Seating inside, with two separate rooms upstairs aswell as outdoor seating which was lovely. Coffee was perfect aswell as food! Location is great, right near town but away from all the crowd. Overall not a bad thing to say, lovely place and will definitely be coming back!

Great place for coffee and lunch- with a great range of options for gluten free! I will be back for another visit for sure!

Brilliant coffee shop! Great tasting coffee, and a wide range of breakfast and lunch options, including options for gluten free! We sat outside but the inside also looks really lovely and there is space upstairs too!

Under new Owner and recently refurbished . The breakfast are lush. Service is great, menu has a wide range for everyone including vegan options. Lovely atmosphere. Coffee amazing a definite visit if you are in the area.

Easily the best café in Bedford for a cooked breakfast. Very well cooked, delicious sausages and a nice place with friendly service. High prices £13-14 for a full English breakfast with coffee and fruit juice. I shall return.

Absolutely nothing special. More foam than substance. Save your money. Don't stop here.

I love this place from first time!!! Very tasty coffe and food. I always spend time in there with pleasure. ❤️❤️

Great food, nice atmosphere, good prices, great service. What else to say? Will become a regular spot for me.

Warm plate, delicious sausages, superb bacon, nice baked beans, very nice coffee. This was the best English breakfast I have had for a very long time, and easily the best to be found in Bedford! The prices are a little steep, but that wouldn't stop me returning for more. Highly recommended. Food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5.

I really like this place, although it's pricy. Interesting photos and artwork can be found upstairs. Afternoon tea is a pleasant way to while away an hour or so here, and the interior is quaint and dated, but in a good way. The full English breakfast is £8.40 if my memory serves me correctly, which without a coffee or other drink included, is very expensive for Bedford. I understand that the sausages are very good here, so I may try the breakfast at some point anyway. The food hygiene rating here is 5 out of 5.

Friendly welcome everytime we lunch here. Great spicy,chai latte for a cold day and I would recommend the feta/beetroot salad . A very good selection of food,always well presented and with a smile!

My cousin & l wanted breakfast before she set off back home . We asked for a variation of what was on the menus & the owner who was serving was more than happy to accommodate us. Though I have visited this coffee house a number of time I’ve never had breakfast there . So I was impressed when the food arrived piping hot to order . It was delicious & we weren’t hurried out & allowed just to take our time eating, drinking tea & chatting away . Lovely service & I would recommend a visit .

Went for a chilled breakfast with my partner and both really enjoyed it. Really pretty and clean cafe, and cosy. Staff were lovely and friendly! Food was very nice too. Definitely would go back again!

Had great latte's and chocolate today. Loving it. Great place for a drink, food a little expensive though x

I have good memories of my Saturday visits when I lived in Bedford.

The food and service here is very nice. You can sit in or out depending upon the weather. The cake range is good and delicious.

You have been in Bedford? Come to Frescoes you will be surprise

We eat here quiet regularly.You can always guarantee excellent drinks,latte,chai lattes.The mozzarella,ham and olive warm wraps are delicious. Service can be a little slow when they are busy but they work very efficiently.

Inside and outside seating with a good atmosphere. The team there is excellent, friendly, professional and very helpful. Food is yummy and the cakes are very scrumptious!

Friendly welcome and prompt service. A small cosy cafe. With a selection of papers to read whilst you relax. A good selection of teas and the coffee has good flavour.

Was a favourite coffee stop in town. No longer serves white baguettes for some reason. Oh well, time to go elsewhere.

Nice coffee better than those costa and Starbucks which is all mass produced

Really nice little cafe just on the edge of town but only a minute walk from main shops. Relaxing out door seating with a fantastic frescoe painting on the wall. Good choice of snacks and drinks, very friendly staff. Would recommend to anyone who likes to people watch on a lazy afternoon. Parking close by in multi storey car park or if you are lucky on street. Nice contemporary decor inside with plenty of seating if the weather is a bit cold or you need some peace and quiet, the road can sometimes get a bit noisy with traffic as it a bit of cut through for commuters. Bedford has many cafes to choose from and this one should be on everyone list to try, I like to sit outside and relax while enjoying a nice hot drink. I have met some very interesting people here who have been coming back for years so this tells you it is a quality establishment. Open most days of the week but can get busy in the morning and lunchtime, I believe they offer take away but I have not used this service.

Friendly staff, good food and drinks, a bit compact if you have mobility issues or a buggy, unless the weather is fine and you can sit outside. I will certainly be returning soon.

I visited 2 weeks ago, and I had complained that I found a strand of hair on my plate. The guy got so defensive and said no one has black hair, basically accusing that it was mine, my son said look at the hair against the light, its a red/brown colour, he had taken the plates away and not even one apology, and behold, when a staff member had come out from the kitchen area, her hair was red/brown colour. He even had the chance to redeem himself when my son went to pay the bill but did not even say sorry, he has no customer service skills and we will definitely not be coming back, I was so appalled by his behaviour.

Have twice before popped in for a take away coffee. It’s far superior to the usual places.

My friend and I visited Saturday morning after we found one of our favourite places closed.

Good coffee friendly service and light moist blueberry muffins.

A lovely coffee house for a Sunday lunch or cuppa with the wife. Can't fault the service and their food is always very nice. 😎

Excellent scrambled egg on toast, polite and friendly service,

Lovely food, very good coffee and immaculate service in cosy comfortable surroundings. Infinitely preferable to one of the loud, noisy, bland corporate coffee places that seem to be on every corner.

The greeting and customer service at Frescoes is the among the best anywhere. The food is fresh and tasty. The new chocolate orange is a must for those who loved Jaffa Cakes as a kid and Chocolate Oranges now.

Excellent food and friendly staff.

Had a panini to share with partner and they brought it down on 2 plates so could eat together. Yummy orange hot chocolate. Staff nice and friendly. Place really welcoming.

Wanted a bit of a change from the chains so went in here. Was charged near £4 for a decaf soy cappuccino. Way overpriced, won't be going again.

Hubby and I try and visit here every Sunday for lunch when he's not working. The food is always so fresh and tasty and staff really friendly.

Continue to go to Frescoes at the weekend for a full English breakfast and a flat white. The breakfast is the perfect size and the sausages are very tasty! The coffees here continue to be great quality - none of this chain rubbish!

So the poster outside invited customers to visit and support privately owned businesses. This is a cause close to my heart and often I would rather support a local and privately owned business instead of a branded high street chain which are flooding and turning our high streets into characterless streets each boasting the same shops and experiences.

Love going to frescoes, this place is my weekly treat, the staff are always friendly and polite could not fault them one piece.

I liked the look of the cafe and the staff were very friendly. I loved the Maple Syrup and Bacon pancakes they were delicious and the Milkshakes were also great.

Beautiful little cafe with staff to match. Their coffee is always delicious, pastries fresh and the atmosphere very relaxing. Perfect spot for an afternoon read or brunch with your partner.

We popped into Frescoes Coffee House for a quick lunch and were not disappointed, the service was fast and the food delicious, the staff were friendly and helpful, we would definitely go in again.

Popped in for a coffee and a slice of cake. Really so much nicer than visiting a chain coffee shop. We sat outside and the black Americano was a lovely cup of coffee, and the lemon cake was yummy! The service was great, very welcoming and attentive.

Good food, good atmosphere, good location

very friendly staff good coffee relaxed atmosphere. comfortable. first time visit was looked after as looked a little lost on arrival

A little gem in Bedford set in a pretty courtyard. Clean and tasteful decor but above all lovely food - choice of style of eggs eg poached or fried, locally sourced produce - all freshly cooked. Friendly, amiable service too.Please give this a try. It’s not the cheapest (breakfast £6.00) but you certainly get what you pay for! Go on, treat yourself! You won’t be disappointed!

As ever, great service from friendly staff. Look forward to next visit.

Always enjoy coming here. Coffee and cake so good ! Sat upstairs this time , nice up there except for the guy who insisted on vaping up there while we were having coffee and cake. Spoilt a special afternoon with a dear friend .

Best service in town best coffee too

You can usually find a quiet spot upstairs for a coffee and a chat. Service is great.

Lovely friendly, great food, excellent coffee nice atmosphere

Love going here, I am gluten free and am always impressed with the service and individual care they show.

Always pop in here when I'm in Bedford. Lovely coffees, cakes and lunches. Very clean and nice staff. Nice to sit outside in the summer.

Loved this cafe. Really friendly staff and good coffee.

By far the best cafe in bedford Wonderful breakfast and really nice staff

Nice little cafe with a bunch of upstairs seating. Showing and selling local art. Food and drinks are nice.

Visited yesterday for lunch. Enjoyed a delicious coffee and warming bowl of tasty soup. Highly recommend a visit. The experience begins on arrival with calm and relaxing music, a warm welcome with friendly service. Enjoyed my lunch whilst the world went buzzing by outside. Most go again.

Lovely food and service with a smile! 😀

Staff always friendly and helpful. Little bit pricier but everything is fresh and beautifully presented.

A coffee shop and cafe that serves tasty lunches and snacks at a reasonable price. New art usually on display.

Lovely place, a little high priced in comparison to its counterparts but very friendly and very clean. Enjoyed it

One of my favourite coffee stops in town - usually a good selection of cakes.

I visited today with a friend for coffee and cake. The atmosphere is great, the service attentive but not oppressive. I would recommend the chocolate orange cake. We will definitely we coming back for more.

Popped in for a coffee and light lunch. Very nice coffee latte and the Panini we had were really tasty. Pleasant atmosphere with friendly staff too. Would visit again.