Java in Derry

Not great bit pricey as they have tourist Food wasn't all that nice Very salty soup portion sizes was also very small The staff where nice

Just finished a great coffee, which, given the name, I expected! I had a lovely sandwich, with a chicken and bacon filling. I loved this place

Java is a local place serving ordinary food mostly to locals. We had just finished a walking tour, and Java was in the right place at the right time. The food was perfectly acceptable. Nothing pretentious and nothing gourmet. Good enough for us.

Great food.Great service.Definitely will be back.Had avacado,poached egg on sourdough.Was great.Recommend you call in here if in Derry.

Gorgeous food. Called in for lunch after a recommendation from our tour guide, John from Martin McCrossin derry city tours. I had leek and potato soup and a panini filled with Brie, Chicken, bacon and Harrisa paste. Hubby had Mexican wrap followed by orange cake and cream. Everything was delicious will definitely return.

I had a Fry (egg beans toast sausage bacon potato bread) and it was fine but nothing special. Disappointed in the potato bread as I thought that was an Ulster thing but it was just the usual.stuff you get in a supermarket

Came upon this lovely coffee shop while looking for another one!! 5 star rating well worth it. Had delicious pancakes with bacon and maple syrup and lovely coffee. Very clean and welcoming, would highly recommend.

A long way from a hipster coffee shop, this is an unpretentious café serving really good food, tea and coffee, with friendly and efficient service. Seems to be more popular with locals than visitors, and none the worse for that.

Great service and excellent food. We had a great lunch here. The location is right inside the walled city.

Called in for a light lunch. So helpful regarding my gluten free diet. My gluten free sandwich and husbands ordinary wrap excellent. Well priced and they really clean tables well between customers

Have visited this coffee shop on numerous occasions and finally got around to writing a review. The coffee is really good and you can order a small cup unlike those well known multi nationals like costa and Nero. The staff are friendly and helpful. All the delicious sandwiches with a wide choice of fillings are freshly prepared in front of you. The freshly baked scones are very tasty and served with butter jam and fresh cream. Actually a bit too large for one person and better shared between two. Free WiFi is available and a very informative tour of the city walls can be booked from here. Highly recommended.

With a 20% off voucher through the McCrossan City Tour we headed to this Cafe located right next to one of the City Gates, It was clean and spacious with very quick high quality food service at a good price- well worth a visit.

Absolutely disgusting, ordered the healthy artiesse and there was meant to be avocado on the bread, came without that, and also found hairs in the food, would not recommend. Eggs were dry and clearly reheated from previous day/days.

This is my favourite place in town. Despite being closed now for what feels like a million years, we walked in and the staff pretty much had our order ready. The food is unpretentious, and the bakes are just great.

Called in today for quick cuppa, place is spotless and COVID friendly, sourdough toast was really tasty and the free top up was enjoyed as was the free slice of delicious Xmas cake to take away , will be back soon

Was in Derry today to finish off a few weeks Christmas bits and popped in to Java for a coffee and scones with my husband. Scones were perfect, still warm from the oven,served with homemade jam and cream,so flavoursome. We were offered more coffee and...

Great tea and lovely scones in bright modern cafe in a central location and all excellent value. Visited after our city walls tour, which gave us discount vouchers.

Popular cafe serving sandwiches, toasties, tray bakes, soup. Hot and cold drinks. A nice simple layout. Staff were lovely and chatty. It was a wet day so soup and a sandwich was very welcome. Sandwiches were well filled. Plenty of fillings to choose from. Enjoyable...

What a lovely friendly place, run by lovely friendly, welcoming people. The wide variety of scones are to die for. Drop in for a great value breakfast as well.

I was up working in the city for a few weeks and spent a fair few days in Java. Great coffee and treats all served by the friendliest Derry girls :-) Well worth a visit

We called into this cosy coffee shop for a snack. Lovely coffee and tasty traybakes. The counter staff were very friendly.

Food was really nice, staff so friendly and helpful, excellent value for money, catered for vegetarians, good choice of food.

Had a cup of tea as part of our walking tour and couldn't resist the scones with jam and cream....yum!

After a walking tour of the city we stopped in for a cup of coffee. Their baked goods looked so good we couldn’t resist. The lemon cake is heavenly.

Saw this little coffee shop on the other side of the arch just outside the foyleside centre We were told it was good and it didn't disappoint We had tea scones and coffee They had a good variety and they tasted good too.They also did...

We dandered along Ferryquay Street and decided to go into Java for tea and a sandwich. I like this spot as it affords a great view out to Ferryquay Gate and a busy little street which always seems to bustle with people. The sandwich was...

The Martin McCrossan walking tours end here, and you receive a free coffee or tea. I would most definitely add a wee sandwich or scone to that, as it is a very cute little place, as well as a very busy little place! Everything is...

We stopped here around 1 pm and the place was packed. The women working there were churning out food and hustling like crazy. I had the java sandwich as a panini and it was quite good. I'd eat here again. But the place is small...

We visited this cafe twice in one day 😊 First we had delicious coffee and scones and found out about the Martin McCrossan Walking Tour. After the tour we received a free coffee and we ordered lunch. We had the Club , BLT on a...

I have Not Stopped Talking About This Salad Since It Touched My Lips. Absoutely delicious. Looking forward to my next visit!

We had our free coffee here after our walking tour. Really nice way to end our tour. Coffee was hot and delicious.

Second time we've used this cafe and it's never changed in a year... The food is still amazing, the staff are still as friendly and the banter is brilliant. I'll definitely be back next year to make it 3 years in a row. Keep up...

Java is right in the heart of the city. Its always a great buzz with excellent home made food especially the soup! Very friendly staff. You can sit and watch the world go bye.

Been here a few times, lovely homemade food, really nice and tasty, excellent customer service, really nice staff, good value, but please use gloves for handling food,

Fantastic, fresh produce. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Ordered soup and a sandwich, big mistake as the portions were so big ! Managed to eat both as they were delicious.

Complementary tea and coffee after our walking tour of the wall. Lovely clean bright place with lovely fresh scones sandwiches and cakes. Was thrilled when they had a special lunchbox type container with gluten free cakes. I had two of them and the girls gave...

While on a early morning shopping trip we decided to stop at this cafe for breakfast wasnt busy inside. Walked in and it wasnt clear did we order at till or does someone come and take order at table after a few mins i approched...

One member of female staff was very professional, dropped my food of the counter in front of me then continued to give me the food, then basically dumped my tea in front of me. Seemed like she wasn’t very bothered to be working here. Level...

Went in here for a quick lunch with my daughter after some Christmas shopping, lovely place just newly renovated, the first thing is the great reception from the staff, lovely ladies, great banter with all customers, especially Shona, lovely lady great ambassador for Java, the...

This is a marvellous place to have lunch. There's a great selection of sandwiches and cakes to choose from as well as tasty soup served with soda bread. We had a bowl of leek and potato soup with a large slice of freshly made soda...

We were recommended here by our coach driver and by our tour guide. Not disappointed. Most delicious cakes, pies and scones. Everyone on the tour came away happy. Very well priced and easy to find.

Very friendly staff and great food at reasonable price. Always lots of customers which is good sign of a cafe.

Lunch for 2 no problem for my husband but they made me a great gluten free caesar salad with garlic bread. Reasonably priced lovely coffee

Java is in fantastic location with great food excellent staff and friendly service great selection of menus and coffee and scones a real treat

A lovely cute cafe serving tea coffee and cakes. Great location in the middle of town. Delicious food and lovely staff.

Java is a great place to enjoy coffee, wraps and Paninis, delicious salads, home baking and breakfasts whilst gazing at the historic city walls only a few feet away. Very friendly and helpful staff too!

This place was good and fast. Had a Caesar salad. They put some things in that were not listed. Other that that, no complaints.

As part of the walking tour we had a complimentary tea and coffee. We got a toasted sandwiches which were ready very quickly even though they were busy because the tour ended. Nice touch the ice with our bottled water. I would highly recommend if...

Called in Java for a lunchtime snack as a party of 7. Service was quick and friendly. The food was very good with a good lunchtime choice.

Quick, tasty, and reasonably priced. All you need for a quick breakfast! Best of all, the location is excellent.

Just inside Derry’s walls lovely little spot for lunch with reasonable prices and good variety. Gluten free catered for with a wholesome salad and hubby loved his soup with wheaten bread.

We stopped here for a lunch to go after touring the walls. Java knew we were a tour group and quickly hurried us through the line. We ordered and ask for a shortbread cookie. When it was time to eat, I was disappointed that I...

Fantastic food with all homemade delicious tray bakes and great staff a lovely place to have tea/coffee and scone or lunch

We called in on a blustery day in Derry after walking the walls. What a warm welcome! Coffee was great, tray bakes delicious some of them had "the best stew ever".. Warmed us right up from the hospitality yo the food and drinks.

Back after 3 years since my last review and Java is still serving mighty fine Irish Stew; with proper wheaten bread and Irish butter all for under a fiver. As well, you get served complimentary water with ice without asking. Won’t wait another 3 year!

Went for lunch in this place earlier today... i ordered, what i hoped would be a nice lunch with coffee,it read, OPEN CHICKEN AND BACON CIABATTA WITH BRIE AND HARISSA.What came out( OF THE MICROWAVE ) Was steaming processed chicken cubes, on top of bacon,...

Been here twice now with family and although it can be busy with walking tour visitors in the summer, the staff are always helpful and friendly. They have a great range of food options which are always tasty, filling and freshly prepared. This would be...

Went for a light lunch found the staff very nice but thought the food was bland and overpriced would not eat here again

The Java has been a favourite place for a coffee and snack for many years. It was closed for a period in Spring 2017 for refurbishment. The result is a fantastic venue for locals and visitors alike. Freshly prepared wraps and sandwiches on a choice...

Brilliant place to come too if your looking for a coffee or any hot drink at all..staff are wonderful and friendly, always happy to help and service with a smile each and every visit.. If your in Derry, get in here and a have a...

Derry offers free one hour parking around the wall so we only had an hour to walk the wall and have lunch. Java fit the bill perfectly! We enjoyed 2 Caesar salads, 2 paninis and a bowl of soup - all freshly made and then...

Stopped for tea/coffee and a scone after walking the walls. Friendly staff and offered refills. Scones were yummy!

I was recently comparing a show at the Forum and called hear for brunch with a friend. From the moment we walked into unto we left we where treated with the best hospitality we experienced in a small diner like this. Staff so so friendly...

Visited after completing our second walking tour of the day. We had visited briefly for a complementary hot drink at the completion of the city wall tour. Noticed the good looking cakes and came back in the afternoon when we had completed our sight seeing....

I spend about 6 hours in the city on several occasions and always eat in Java. It has recently had a lovely make over. I had a lovely salad and tea in a pot,Tray carried to table for me,offer of top up of tea and...

We dropped in here after doing a walking tour. It is a cosy space, and serves decent coffee as well as a good range cakes and scones. Right next to the city wall and gate, the cafe is very centrally located

We took the city walking tour, which ends at Java and includes a free cup of tea. Of course, we had to add scone or two (or three) to go with the tea. They were tasty indeed. The Java also offers a variety of sandwich...

We stopped for a break from the rain for a pot of tea, a mocha and a blueberry scone. The café is large and recently refurbished with comfortable chairs and plenty of tables. It is situated right by the city walls, so would be a...

great staff and good food for good value. tourist information also available. central location and plenty of room.

Thought we'd call in for light lunch. The lady serving food was very abrupt and rude initially. When she couldn't hear my friends order she said "Whah?" Instead of pardon. SHe then told us to move up so she could serve others while we were...

This cafe was pointed out to us by our tour guide and I'm so glad she did as it was first rate. The scones were the nicest we had on our trip and came with cream and jam. Waitress offered to refill our tea (seems...

I recently visited Java after a walking tour of The Walls of Derry, with a large group. We packed the place and it was no problem to the friendly staff who managed us all without panic. We had lovely teas and coffees and a few...

Very friendly wee cafe with free refills. The staff are so nice and welcoming. It's very good value too and they have lovely scones. It can get very busy when the Derry tour groups come in .

I just love that bowl of soup ,and all the tourists who pile into Java cafe .. Don't miss it ,it's a must for meeting lovely people

On a long weekend visit to Derry , the Java became our base , all the staff were extremely helpful and friendly, couldn't do enough . We had different soup on a daily basis , the homemade lemon meringue, pear and almond tarts were brilliant....

Poor tea and on a previous visit I tried the coffee which was insipid. Scone didn't taste freshly baked.

best value for money i have seen in a long time. the pot of tea and enormous scone were very tasty, at a price i can only vaguely remember from the past. while walking to the counter to order, i saw other diner's plates, piled...

while Ilove going into this café I did that today after a 2 hour trip up to the Maiden City. to me the full Iriah contains bacon sausage egg soda bread and potato bread. Tomato is optional Today I was disappointed no to get the...

Paid a visit a few times and we have always found the food fairly good. The coffee and scones are good value and there always seems to be a crowd. This coffee shop could do with the Grid ceiling being renewed as it is discoloured...

The food here is lovely, fresh and reasonably priced. As a regular lunch time customer there is one thing that lets the place down-the service. The majority of staff are plesant, helpful and courteous however one member in particular lets the place down. Disinterested, borderline...

Needed a coffee and popped in here. Ended up having lunch. Great soup and brown bread: lovely sandwich and good coffee: hit the spot! Nice atmosphere and friendly staff.

Great to see a local cafe offering superfood salade and juices. So important that places have a healthy option too. That's what I ordered and was not disappointment. I will be back. Lots of variety on the menu too- stew,soups, sandwiches,scones.

We took a break from touring the city in Java. Friendly staff and fab scones. Only down side was the floor was very slippy going up to the bathroom.

Java is lovely place to pop in for a bite to eat or just a coffee,which they refill if you want it. there is a variety of wholesome food to choose from including home baked cakes.the staff are friendly and helpful.

We where walking around and as I knew where I was going I was at the front. When we went in it was busy. The food was amazing and the banter was good. They where interested to knew where we where from when they heard...

The walking tour is how we found this place (£4 and well with it. John was awesome) The atmosphere is great and they even give you a free tea with your tour.

We we went here to after out walking tour of the walls of Derry and have to say the owner and staff who were very accomodating to us and our child. Great food too. Highly recommended.

After the Martin McCrossan Walking Tour of Londonderry we all piled into Java for the complimentary tea or coffee and to plan the rest of our day. What an array of mouthwatering scones, cakes etc to accompany the drink - also for those looking for...

We came across Java after our brief stop in Derry to explore the city walls, as we were looking for a quick lunch before heading on our way up to Malin Head. It was a great find, with delicious and healthy salads and great tea....

After a trip around the City Walls of Derry it was time for a snack. We heard about the baked goods at Java and we were NOT disappointed. Best Scones EVER! Well done, Java!

Regularly visit this local cafe which is situated right at the entrance to the famous historic walled city and the food is always up to standard. Really good stop for a full Irish breakfast with succulent tasting sausages, bacon, eggs and French toast if you...

We were advised to go here by our tour guide and what a great piece of advice. First class service and the food was simply delicious. Everything is freshly made. Lovely cakes and sandwiches - mouth watering!

We finished our Martin McCrossan Tour and stopped in for a cuppa. The staff were very welcoming and the tea was excellent ! We will be back!

Very friendly cafe next to one of city gates in Derry. Can get a complimentary tea or coffee after the Martin McCrossan walking tour

Java is in a good location close to one of the city wall gates. It is bright and airy being on a corner. We had coffee and cakes there after a tour of the city walls. The food and coffee is good and the staff...

This is quite a large café but the service and atmosphere makes if feel smaller and cosy. The food and drinks were excellent and the service was fast and friendly.

I visited Java recently and found the food to be of a very high standard.Staff were very pleasant and I would return to this café.The only downside is that the surroundings could do with some updating for sure and I am unsure about the mother...

We went to this café prior to taking a tour of the walls. we had complimentary tea and coffee along with a tasty lunch. There is a good menu for lunch and it was all freshly served.

Best place we could find next to Bishops Gate & the Wall Walk. Derry is old & crowded & you shouldnt judge a book by its cover but JAVA is one of those Jewells that you would like to find & it delivered for us...

I'm sitting here in Java after one of the worst dining experiences of my life. From the surly blonde woman behind the counter who shouted at my Mum for asking a question to the horrendous excuse for a fry. The soft fried eggs that I...