Gannets in Newark and Sherwood

we had not been for a while so went for lunch.meals nice, tea not.cakes very good. staff polite, very slow service but they were busy.table was not cleared from last customer for a long time.

Newark would not be complete with out the institution that is Gannetts. From good coffee to good cake plus any number of tasty snacks.

Went to Gannets to try as never been there. Myself and my son went and I ordered two big breakfasts with two coffees. Price. £23. What we received was without doubt the most odd and disgusting breakfast I have ever had the displeasure of being served. The breakfast. One sausage which was not bad. Two slices of bacon that could have been off a guinea pig, a large portion of mushrooms that tasted like tinned mushrooms (though this could have just been the horrible sauce they were boiled in, which was disgusting) poured onto a bread like bun, and one poached egg. I cannot imagine where they got their idea of a large full English breakfast, but this wasn't one of those and no warning was given that I would not receive what I believed I was ordering. Overall experience was bad enough for me to leave my first review ever. Would not recommend.

Stopped for a quick lunch at this place our favourite cafe in Newark. We had vegetarian quiche with salads followed by coffee. It was all tasty, fresh and filling. It is a great place for quick food but can be busy.

Great little cafe - staff gave good service, the place was very clean and the breakfast was obviously made with quality ingredients a t a good price. If I was local I'd be a regular.

We often visit Gannets walk the dog and pop in for coffee cake brunch Sunday breakfast it’s one of our favourite places. It’s always excellent always busy and always consistent. Hence we keep coming back- unbeknown to the staff today was our wedding anniversary 15 years ago we had our reception at Cafe Blu a restaurant which used to be opposite. Today our day was made special by Beth a member of staff who always has a smile and is a consummate professional- she seems cool under pressure and today she went out of our way and it felt special to us. I think people forget to thanks people when it’s always good. So Thankyou Gannets and Beth for for a lovely lunch great service and going the extra mile- the left over pavlova didn’t go to waste😉🤣

I want to start this review by saying I am usually a very fussy eater. I have alot of anxiety/stomach issues which makes choosing somewhere to eat a bit of a debate between me and my Mum. We stumbled upon this cafe purely out of chance and from the outside it doesn't seem anything special...until you get inside. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. They had a variety of specials on the board and I chose homemade lasagna and garlic bread and my mum chose the quiche and salad. Portion sizes were hearty. The lasagna was definitely homemade, with a hint of rosemary and piping hot, the garlic bread was a very generous portion. Mums slice of quiche was also generous as was her 'side' salad which could well have been a dish on its own (she loved the it all). The good food was obviously the highlight but they also had a little secret extended outdoor eating area, it was glorious weather and it was like eating in a Secret Garden.

I pop in every week as I work across the road, vast menu and delicious food. Always busy and staff lovely xx Usually have takeaway cake but decided to have breakfast and was just cooked perfect and very tasty...

Always brilliant. Quality of food is never in doubt and the staff are always really nice. Been coming for years.

Popped in for coffee and a cake during our morning stroll around Newark. The service was friendly, helpful and efficient. The coffee was tasty and hot. Being a Sunday I was not surprised the croissant was the previous days but it was warmed which made up for it.

Popped in for lunch on the way to the Leicester game. Went for the classic combo - filled potato skins with salad, followed by carrot cake and coffee! Amazing as ever. Fab daily specials, loads of veg and gluten free options all genuinely home made!!! Best cafe anywhere, FACT!

Had bad experience at one café, came here and they were reliably accommodating. I would walk miles for their cinnamon muffins, just can't get it anywhere else 😋. Great quality at wonderful prices.

Delicious beetroot, feta and walnut tart. Wished we’d had time to sample the yummy looking cakes. Busy but found table easily.

Gannet’s cafe was a wonderful experience. The staff were super friendly. But the chocolate roulade was super scrumptious! Can’t recommend enough! You must visit if you are in Newark.

I stopped off here on a bikepacking trip to fuel up at lunch and it did not disappoint. Very popular, but not too long to wait for the food. I sat outside in the sun and kept an eye on my bike. Definitely recommend.

Very friendly staff and more space inside than you expect. The food is all cooked on the premises and is excellent. Highly recommended!

I love dropping in a coffee and cake . It’s a cosy cafe and has friendly staff. The choice of cakes is good.

Dropped in for coffee and a scone. The service was excellent with friendly and helpful staff. The coffee came quickly and was followed shortly by the scones. The coffee was hot and tasty, indeed good. The scones were quite small and served hot. They were...

My wife and I had our wedding reception in the upstairs Bistrot here a few weeks ago and I have to say we couldn't have picked a better place or had a nicer occasion. The food was wonderful and the service was outstanding. Thank you...

Just loved how nice and cozy it was. Breakfast was absolutely fine, good place to pop in with friends for a cup of tea and breakfast 👏👏

Booked here for a group of 11 adults, following our wedding the night before. Accommodated upstairs on a large table. Unfortunately we all had to go downstairs individually to order and pay. Food was freshly cooked with local ingredients. We would have liked our order...

Excellent food . Service, good. Nice atmosphere. Pleasant staff. Exterior eating is at the front next to the main road or in a very cramped rear yard , cramped because there are too many tables in a small area. Layout of the ground floor restaurant...

Popped in to Gannets on the way back from the airport to home after our hols. Went for the classic potato skins followed by easter fruit cake accompanied by a coffee. They also did some sausages with fresh baguette for a 'choosy teenager' (my son)...

Still miles ahead of all other cafes in Newark. Everything home made, fantastic selection of cakes and desserts and loads of gluten free and vegetarian options. Friendly staff and a nice ambience in the cafe.

A bit of me does not want to do this review. Gannets is a lovely cafe - near perfect for my taste. It is also small and cosy - and I wouldn't want to make it so popular I couldn't get in! Warm, good service,...

Popped in for a late breakfast around 11. Were told the breakfast menu had finished and we had to have the lunch menu which we weren’t sure about as we were not ready for lunch, strangely there was no bacon sandwich in the breakfast menu...

We’ve eaten Gannets three times over the Christmas break and have enjoyed every visit. The food is lovely; today we had the soup of the day- tomato, red lentil and chilli which was tasty. A firm favourite of mine is the salad. Cakes are gorgeous....

Food served lukewarm (baked potato) and the dish it was served in was cold - and very expensive for what it was. Coffee was average. The pudding we fancied was £4.50 for a small portion so we went without!! Stupidly expensive. Next time I visit...

Weve been visiting this place for breakfast over quite a few years and it's normally pretty good, however on our last visit it was clear the place has really let standards slip.The staff were unable to take a simple order correctly ,all the items came...

Very disappointing. Arrived just for coffee. There was a table free in the window so we went to sit down. We were very rudely told the table had not been disinfected - we didn’t know. We then ordered two coffees. I have never seen such...

I’ve been a customer of Gannets for many years now, it never disappoints! An abundance of lovely things on the menu, plenty to choose from. My favourite is always the jacket potato skins and a mix of their delicious salads. Amazing cakes on offer too....

We had coffee here on the Sunday morning of our visit while we waited for friends and I loved their wee Secret Garden, largely undercover but enchanting. Nice tray bakes and a very tempting menu generally although we only had time for coffee. Wasn't the...

Lovely breakfast in the secret garden. Very reasonably priced, excellent food and cakes. Young girl behind the counter was very friendly and helpful. Wish I lived closer as I’d visit every day!

Delicious varied menu Very welcoming and clean Prompt service and a lot to recommend Oh and beautiful flower arrangements

visited for breakfast and ordered the breakfast grill, not cheap but sounded nice. everything arrived barely lukewarm, tried to eat it but it wasn't pleasant, left 90% of it and walked out never to return. I know we should have complained but really didn't feel...

We visited both branches of Gannets and loved them. The food was delicious - I had wonderful scrambled eggs and my husband the veggie breakfast.and their famous carrot cake couldn't have been bettered. Staff were so kind, helpful and friendly.

Sunday morning breakfast: welcoming, friendly, excellent food. Eggs Benedict and mushrooms on toast made a great start to the day.

I was really disappointed today after visiting the cafe. As we made it in to the cafe we wasn’t acknowledged for a good five minutes baring in mind we was blocking the door way with our pram. Some of the staff came across really rude...

No access for prams and wheel chairs, no signs to say there’s was ramps available either. Signs were up to say wait to be seated and staff left us waiting, blocking the door way for 10 minutes- it was obvious that they had seen us...

On a visit to Newark we decided on lunch at Gannets . We have visited before because the food is good. The place is lovely and the staff are very friendly. It was quite busy but we were shown a to a table upstairs ....

What a joy to discover this hidden gem on our cruise up the Trent! Just a short distance from the Castle ruins and unbelieably on a busy main road this secluded courtyard was a perfect haven for travellers and locals alike. Table service was prompt...

Great set up and friendly helpful staff to keep you safe whilst ordering and eating. No change in the quality of the food and drink though - still amazing! Great drinks, meals and cakes and lovely staff. There is simply no better cafe in England,...

Lovely lunch, beautiful cake! We both chose specials for the day which were both excellent. Staff were lovely too

We stopped off in Newark on the way hone from a trip away. We wanted to have a look at the castle but sadly due to the current situation it was closed but we were still able to enjoy the surrounding area. We decided to...

I absolutely loved Gannets. To start the staff are super friendly, there’s a counter that you queue up at, you can see most of their lovely food on display. You play you’re order at the till, collect your drinks and food and take a seat....

Such a great place for breakfast, morning coffee or lunch . Friendly atmosphere and delicious food .

Nothing is more rewarding than stopping bye at Gannets on a fresh windy winters' day. Always cosy and warm, there's lots of atmosphere with families and all sorts of jolly customers. So many healthy and moorish options to choose from either; quick snacks or something a bit more substantial, but always very fresh and tasty. Not always easy to get a table if you are more than 2 people, but usually worth the wait. The staff are always friendly and also helpful. Looking forward to going back again.

Amazing little cafe, such a nice friendly atmosphere with wonderful helpful staff and very good food...quality and a fantastic range!

Been a couple of times to this lovely little cafe and I've enjoyed each visit. On previous occasions I have enjoyed the lunches there but this time I just opted for a scone and a pot of tea. The tea is traditional and very tasty and is a lovely touch. The scones were delicious and accompanied by clotted cream and jam I was very happy. There are always a variety of options when it comes to what appears to be home cooked dishes and also cakes. The is always presented well and very tasty. My only grumble would be the cost as it isnt cheap and the lunches can appear a bit steep. I guess its homemade and quality food so probably justified. Just a bit more than I like to spend on lunch. But generally a lovely cafe with a cosy atmosphere and also allowed our dog into the back area or the restaurant.

Not at all local to the area but paid a lunchtime visit as have been on a previous occasion when in Newark & was previously impressed with the food. Just coffee and cake this time but was good. Really busy premises with a good atmosphere and friendly staff.

Lovely lunch spot, popped in on a Sunday with friends and their 2 children. Prices were very reasonable with a good selection of veggie and vegan options. It’s good hearty, home style healthy cooking without being too right on.We each had something different and enjoyed it. The mushroom and hazelnut lasagne, and the sticky toffee pudding were the big highlights. Would definitely go back if in the area, especially as they have a little outdoor area for the summer.

Just across the road from the castle. A selection of hot dishes available as well as daily specials, all very good value,with a glass of wine. You have to go to the counter to order your food from the dishes available, but service is very quick. Worth a visit especially if it is raining!

Lovely afternoon cuppa and cake with our dogs en route from Norfolk to South Yorkshire. Thank you for the warm welcome and super service :)

This is becoming a habit coming to Gannets simply because the food is excellent, I love the mushrooms on toast, wife loves the plum bread.Lunch is excellent always looks fresh and tastes really good. Friendly staff, good portions of good tasty food, seems like a winner to me

Popped in for a lunch time snack and was greeted with smiles and helpful directions as to where to sit as they were busy. The cafe is small and some of the seating is rather cramped. Our food was delivered quickly and efficiently. We had coffee and cheese on toast which was delicious.

5 of us arrived for lunch without a reservation. Very friendly staff went out of their way to accommodate us. I had a lovely meal of quiche & salad. I refrained from dessert but they looked good. Premises are clean and tastefully decorated.

Staff in the cafe were extremely friendly and efficient. The breakfast we had was very nice, poached eggs and bacon on toast. Fair price. One slight niggle was we really fancied bacon sandwiches but they didn’t do them. I was offered a muffin but wanted a sandwich. They have bacon and they have bread but can’t make a sandwich?

Having been introduced to Gannets by family living locally, over the past umpteen years we also try to make every north <->south trip incorporate a lunch/tea stop there and I can say we have never had a bad meal. There are regular dishes and specials plus delicious cakes and quality tea and coffee. You find a seat and then order at the counter which means no hovering with your tray if its busy.

We live in Darlington but have relatives in Newark so we visit 3 or 4 times a year and we go to GANNETS everytime. It is quite simply the best cafe I have ever been to and I've been to a lot. Everything is homemade and fresh and there are daily specials so the mains menu changes everyday. I tried to count how many dessert/cake options there were on our last visit and I got to 15 then gave up. They have their regular cakes etc. but there is always something new to try even if you go every week. The carrot cake is the best in the UK - FACT! There are loads of vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options but they are all just part of the menu and not a 'oh well, I'll have to have that' option, they're all delicious. If you want top quality food then visit Gannets, we've considered moving house so we can go more often!

I visited Gannets for late lunch and an amazingly tasty and quality quiche with mixed salads. Also good value. Wenlock water is a great choice by Gannets. Lots of seating indoors and a little courtyard too. The service is friendly, efficient and relaxed. It’s also in a great central location as it’s just one minute walk from the river, castle and church.

Nice people and friendly aesthetic atmosphere. Great daily special choices for me and my veggie friends. Also, very easy to find for anyone passing through Newark on their way North - South.

When passing through Newark we stopped to take a look at the Castle and visited "Gannets Cafe" for a full cooked English breakfast. The cafe has very nice decor and ambiance and the service was also great. Prices are reasonable with 4 Full Cooked Breakfasts and a hot drink each costing GB£40.50

my friend took me out 21 years ago for the first time to Gannets and we had the carrot cake than. For some reason we never found the time again to revisit even though it is one of his favorite Cafes in Newark. We went to Newark this time because I had a train to catch from there and we had some time and we spent it in Gannets - again with carrot cake - still woozer and amazing. All the other things on the menu are brilliant as well - we had a lasagne and a quiche with salads. Lots of veggie options too. Would come again but will not wait for 21 years anymore.

We visited on Sunday afternoon for lunch, and it was our first time. We were in town at the Newark Book Festival, and found Gannets opposite the castle.

Called into Gannets on a sunny Sunday morning for a spot of breakfast. The establishment is very clean with nice decor and dogs are welcome.

Recently met at Gannets for lunch with friends as I had seen good things online and we like to support local businesses rather than pub chains! The food is all home made and fresh but a little fancy. £8.50 for quiche and salad which I did think was a little pricey but lovely lady serving us and nice surroundings. Ideal location.

Charming little place to have lunch.Varied menu. good value prices, and food delicous.Very friendly staff and such a quait place to eat.The salad we had was superb but hot dishes where also on the menu.

Three couples and a baby gathered from three of the four compass points to adore the baby. Café is light and airy and much larger than it appears at first glance. The first thing that sets this café apart is the staff, they are charming, they could not have been more helpful nor more welcoming. Selection of food is good and sensibly priced. Definitely worth patronising.

Just came for cake and coffee this visit – delicious cake but a fair bit of room for improvement on the flat white. Staff were nice (order at the counter not table service). Salad bowls and black coffee I’ve had here previously were good.

Good food but extras make expensive

This cafe of about 8 tables is on main road in Newark with very limited parking .within view of the river and castle

With so many cafe s and coffee houses in Newark there is a lot to choose from..but this little place is gorgeous..no wonder it is always busy with nice customers and a super atmosphere..the staff are so nice and obliging..nice home cooked food so it's worth that little bit more..setting is opposite the old newark castle and other central attractions.

A spontaneous trip to Newark led me to Gannets restaurant for breakfast. The service was fast and I felt very welcomed. There were vegan options clearly labelled on the menu as well as on the counter making it easy to choose. I had a vegan breakfast which included toast, sausages with beans, mushrooms, tomato and avocado. The breakfast was simple, light and tasty making the experience really worthwhile. The coffee here is what made Gannets really stand out for me, as I used to work as a barista it's so nice to find good quality coffee! Great job Gannets, thank you! I'll need to come back here for lunch or dinner sometime...

It’s basically a canteen. You queue for your (nice homemade) food and drink and pay for it there and then. We were there one hour and no waiter or waitress came to our table once. Want another drink? Want pudding? Want coffee? I had to go queue again for another drink!!! There were six people in front of me. I said to the Till Male I was already sat eating but he said I had to rejoin the queue. I sacked it off and we just left and went somewhere else for pudding and coffees.

Just popped in here for some light refreshment and got tempted by the array of cakes. Great little place for having a natter and meeting up with friends.

The food is really not nice and expnsive the staff are very rude too will not be visting again thank u

I was looking for a nice bistro in Newark for extended family to meet for brunch. I found Gannets on Tripadvisor and looked at their website and thought it looked great. My phone call was dealt with in an efficient, professional and extremely friendly manner and our large group were seated upstairs in their beautiful room. All our meals were very tasty and cooked to individual requests and enjoyed by all, including the children. The children’s special diets were catered for without any fuss from staff. The service was brilliant and second to none. We would definitely go again.

Great place to have a nice lunch. Very friendly staff, and I liked my quiche and salad. Large choice of tea.

I often meet a friend here for coffee, they have a great selection of home made dishes, both vegetarian and other, and a wonderful selection of cakes!

Dropped in and despite it being busy due to Mothers’ Day, there was still an excellent selection and the young staff were all friendly and efficient!

I haven't lived in Newark since I was 18 but I've been coming back to Gannets regularly when I visited my mum. She has sadly now passed away but I am still returning as I love it! Wish we had a café like it in our town in Hertfordshire. I really like the cakes and coffee and the salads, quiches and range of veggie food are all really good.

Two of us visited Gannets today, mainly due to being so highly rated. On first glance appeared to do everything we were after, a simple lunch menu and more importantly - cake.

we visit often for lunch. Always good service and fresh and tasty food. this time was no exception. I had a great vegetarian quiche and lots of salads of the day as I was hungry I topped it up with a half potato with melted cheese on it. a great meal.

Entering this little cafe I was very pleased with the look of it , my husband ordered beef in red wine sauce which he said was very nice, a bit expensive for the portion size, I ordered jacket potato with salad, the potato was obviously days old and cold, I took it back I was greeted by a lady with a terrible attitude telling me there was nothing wrong with the meal, so as you can guess no refund for a couple of mouthfuls of food, wouldn’t visit again, way to expensive

Perfect for lunch, excellent, friendly service and delicious food. Incredibly busy which just proves how popular it must be with locals. Our first visit to Newark en route to Leeds, we were enchanted.

We have travelled up from St Neots today and visited you for lunch. We have eaten here in the past and it's still just as great. Food is delicious and Tania is a true professional and a real asset to Gannets. We would love a Gannets in St Neots please expand! Also as we understand it's your 40th Birthday soon. Do a celebratory Birthday Breakfast Bubbles (Prosecco) and Balloons theme to celebrate this great eatery. Highly recommended in all ways.

Visited Newark today to see the castle and the centre. As it was lunch we wanted someone nice and different so we checked TripAdvisor. Decided on Gannets and we were not disappointed!

Situated opposite Newark castle is this great place to eat. Having visited very often over many years, I have never had cause to complain in any way. Friendly well organised staff and a great selection of food with a changing menu. The seating area looks small from outside but just goes on inside and upstairs. also a small outside courtyard area. we visited spur of the moment for a spot of lunch and both fancied the ham hock cassoulet. it was great full of flavour, served with Garlic bread a feast in a bowl. There is always a nice selection of cake and desserts as well. Its not the cheapest place to eat but absolutely value for money. I would recommend a visit, one practical note on a windy day avoid sitting just inside the door it can be quite cool, as the door is constantly opening due to high footfall. well done all at Gannets great food and service yet again. we will certainly be back.

Today we ate here for lunch 🥗 and the food was superb 😉 very fresh and tasty, younger staff could be a little more polite 😳

Gannets is a precious little jewel on Castle Gate. A beautiful little cafe/bistro with healthy home cooked foods served by bright and engaging staff. Great material and personal service from a team who take pride in producing quality food. Lovely breakfasts and lunches.

We regularly go to Gannets and again it did not disappoint. With all the food exceptionally fresh we had a lasagne with garlic bread, veg lasagne with fresh salar and kids pasta all of which were excellent.

From the moment we walked through the door the staff were so friendly and welcoming! We visited as a large group with children, and we were given a large room to ourselves to relax in. The waiting staff were excellent and the food was fantastic. We will definitely visit again when we are in the area.

Lovely place, lovely people and yummy food Very quick service (under 10 minutes) Nice range of food options too!

We went to Gannets to have breakfast and it was very nice and high quality. There is a large selection of gluten free and vegetarian options, and the staff are friendly. Unfortunately, we were not allowed to take our dog inside and had to sit outside, but apart from that we had a good time. Will definitely return.

Visited with a friend and the food and staff were great. The only quibble was that there weren’t enough tables or quiet corners. The lemon and blueberry cake was lush!

Really really nice lunch. All fresh and tasty food. Classic cafe layout. Would absolutely go back again.

All good home cooked food, very popular with people who know. Always busy at lunch time but worth waiting for. Can feel A bit cramped when busy but recommended

Following a Joe Wicks plan, we searched far and wide for somewhere that would cater for a difficult food plan!

Been here a few times for lunch which has always been ok. On our visit earlier this week we both ordered the lasagna one meat and one mushroom.

Had lunch here with a friend. Just had the soup but at £5.25 for a bowl and a small muffin rather expensive. We then both had a regular cappuccino which was tiny and all froth and no coffee and cold. The service was appalling. One lady serving who had all the time in the world it seems. A queue forming but no sense of urgency and no call for help. There is also a request for payment for tap water on top. Shame as the food is good. There’s rather a strange garish nude painting on the wall to look at too which did not appeal and not really appropriate to a coffee shop. Very odd!