Johnston's of Elgin Coffee Shop in Moray

Great cafe. Great classic sandwiches. Superb Cullen Skink soup. Lovely shops. Excellent staff to help you along your way. Highly recommend this hidden gem.

So impressed with the welcoming service! We ordered Cullen Skink with was accompanied with delicious fresh baked bread!! The Skink was simply the best I have ever had the pleasure to taste. We also had Scores and Jam. Highly recommended

Pizza arrived cold. The cheese near the middle hadn’t even started to melt. After some time a fresh one was served. They first said they would reheat the cold one. This was warmer but still not hot near the centre. The topping was gloopy and didn’t have much taste. Staff were pleasant but service wasn’t great. We have been here and enjoyed it many times and even with the reduction on our bill I don’t think I will return. Menu is much reduced and prices do not reflect service or quality. On a positive note the chips were hit a crisp.

We had lovely sandwiches and drinks. Very good quality but expensive. The location is fabulous and has a great atmosphere and lovely staff.

I live round the corner decide to treat myself to breakfast and it was fantatasic five star food hot plenty tea big teapot table cleared when I financed went and paid really good value 14/95 for 2 rasher bacon sausage black pudding poached egg tatie scone beans toast and it was hot and good

I met my friend for coffee and cake.. my first time back since first lockdown. Wow what a massive improvement. Greeted by Lewis who is an absolute delight to deal with and very attentive. Met my husband later on and we ended up coming to weavers for lunch. What a superb menu. I had the Cullen skink which was so tasty big pieces of smoked fish and it’s the best soup I have tasted in ages. My husband had the seafood liquid is and he was so Impressed with the freshness, the taste, the quality and quantity.. he said he would be back again. He took pictures and sent to his friends to recommend a visit. The restaurant staff were very attentive, our compliments to the staff and the chef. Keep up the great standards.

Having been closed for two weeks for refurbishment I arrived to find that there were no disabled parking spaces and had to drive to the far end of the carpark in order for me to find a space where no-one could hem me in. Lunch was pleasant although the wait was a little excessive. However the toilets were out of order----still being refurbished I understand and one had to go outside in pouring rain, walk across the courtyard and walk the length of that building to find a toilet. In an outlet which thinks it is a cut above everyone else with prices to match I think that is totally unacceptable.

I recently visited this establishment and have to say, one of the better meals I’ve had this year. Very welcoming and inviting staff and was more than pleased with the service of food. Would definitely recommend to anyone visiting the Elgin area as I loved dining there last night, by myself, alone.

Been going here for years and since opening after lockdown the food has just been getting better and better. I had the pesto pasta today, other half had the pizza and hands down, best lunch in moray. A little bit more expensive than places in town but it’s all fresh and non of your pre stuff you get in chains so I don’t mind. The staff are all lovely - genuinely nice folk who don’t just serve you, but like a chat too!

Had lunch here with the family, lovely food, freshly cooked and promptly served by the friendly staff. Venison Scotch Egg was very good, Steak Club and homemade Quiche were too!New menu has some good additions but Soup and Sandwich has been ditched, a real favourite for me!Great selection of homemade tray bakes and scones etc.Good Covid-19 measures in place and were well managed by the staff. Well done to all the staff

A lovely lunch with friends. Prompt friendly service, nice menu, good food. Kids meals served first which was good. Took our time over lunch and no issues.

Went as a family for coffee and cake. Enjoyed coffee,hot chocolate and tea. Banana loaf was delicious but only very small portions. Staff were friendly and attentive and there was a nice atmosphere even during Covid times.

Had a lovely lunch today when visiting Weavers Restaurant with my friend . I was greeted at the door by a friendly young waiter who took my details and informed me of the Covid procedures within the restaurant whilst showing me to my table. All staff in fact were very friendly and attentive which made the experience all that more enjoyable. I chose the Scotch Egg which arrived, beautifully presented, extremely tasty and great value for money. As was my friends mushroom soup and sandwich. Which all arrived in a timely manner. A lovely ambiance and overall wonderful lunch. Looking forward to returning.

What a lovely place,, good food friendly staff, love this place next to johnstons woolen Mill, lovely walk around the place.

My last review was at Xmas 2019 which was nothing short of a disastrous Xmas lunch. Lunch for four what could go wrong? Try serving three wrong dishes. You couldn't make it up. A simple order and it was a shambles. Some serious staff training required

What a lovely light lunch i had on Wednesday. Cullen Skink and a nice roll with loads of butter, then a piping hot latte.Lewis the manager came over and had a wee chat with us.Excellent value for moneyStaff are very smartly dressed and quick with their serviceI would recommend you give it a try as the restaurant is very spacious and light. i will certainly be going back, very soon.Keep up the good work.

Shocked at my 89 year old mother being refused entry today to visit the Coffee Shop, couldnt provide proof ie Lanyard or Drs note saying why she is exempt.According to my knowledge of Government Guidelines are "Those exempt under the Guidance and Regulations do not have to prove there exemption and should not be made to wear a face covering or denied access to public transport or shops"Shame on you.

Went in today for lunch, the restaurant was very busy and they were understaffed, but this in no way impacted our experience. The staff were so lovely and welcoming, in particular Lewis who was very friendly! The food was absolutely delicious, and great value for money. And the cakes were to die for highly recommended!

Visited today for light lunch,everything excellent from entering to leaving.Greeted by smiling friendly member of staff at entrance,she explained one way system in operation,waitress took contact details at doorway to restaurant.Quick efficient ,friendly service by all staff members.Lunch was lovely,spiced lamb quiche was excellent,as was lentil soup,cakes light ,fresh and very tasty.Definitely recommend.

I try not to write comments which are critical but feel, having read previous comments, that someone in management need to take heed. Dropped in for lunch and ordered sandwiches. When they came...well to be honest, they looked like a child had made them. No marks for presentation! Also on the plate were mixed leaves which were fine but the coleslaw was mostly inedible. The pieces were mostly huge and tough and I put to the side of the plate. When the waitress returned and asked if we were finished, I pointed this out to her. She was very polite, apologised and said she would talk to someone. The ‘someone’ merely looked and walked away with no attempt to speak to us. Don’t expect anything for nothing, but an acknowledgement of the poor quality would have been nice. Won’t rush to visit again! To end on a positive note...the tea was good.

Good food good atmosphere...although not necessarily a family place!! Would also not recommend if you have allergies...!

We went to see the Mill, but unfortunately no tours at that day. Instead we went for coffee or light lunch. Our table was skimpy and I found the restaurant not very clean. Underneath our table were the left overs from previous guests. Not very inevitable. When the food came - it was good, but my appetite was gone.

Visited with a friend for a light lunch of soup and coffee. Coffee came in 5 minutes, soup did not appear gor another 35 minutes, and then only after asking the waitress where it had got to.This is the 2nd time in the last few months that this has happened! Shan't be gaving lunch there again fir a very long time. The management need to sort their act out.

We had a cup of Coffee and a cup of Hot Chocolate and a Cheese Scone, quite reasonably priced and very enjoyable.

Lovely breakfast, delicious eggs, quick efficient service with a friendly smile, clean and spacious. Cakes for afters were lovely too, was nice to look around the shop after too and pick up a few bits and pieces, also a trip to the kitchen shop

I ordered a baked potato with “Sticky Sausage, Mustard & Sweetcorn”.When it arrived, it was the rancid smell, which wafted from the plate, that alerted me to something seriously wrong.The smell was coming from the bacon but why on earth was there any bacon there at all; bacon was not listed on the menu for this dish.The sausages were actually “pigs in blankets” and looked as if they were left over from the Christmas fare, preserved in the freezer and then reheated in the microwave.Of the sweet corn, not a single kernel was present.The potato was over-cooked, almost to the point of inedibility. When a potato has been cooked some hours previously and kept warm for too long, the insides begin to turn into a gel, which is most unappetising. Possibly these potatoes where not baked at all; just “cooked” in the microwave.It makes me wonder if the secret visitor from VisitScotland actually visited the Coffee Shop before reconfirming the five-star tourist attraction status.

Very nice surroundings. Have been many times before. Not always pleased by friendly service. This time it was a girl that had been off for a considerable time. Could not have been more helpful.

I'm not a massive fan of this site as it has far too many wannabe critics but got to say lunch today was top draw....staff very attentive and were helpful and accommodating.....food was good! clean plates all around....macaroni, kids soup and the cajun chicken pasta then had the Mars bar cheesecake for after which was good but maybe calm down on the cocoa powder on the top! a little goes a long way! will def be back

2 of us arrived without a reservation for coffee, was seated quickly and offered 2 different tables, staff are very friendly and helpful, coffee is lovely and well made, cakes are delicious and freshly made, the restaurant area is very clean and inviting - will definitely return

I met a friend for lunch. We were shown a table and informed of the soup options. Our order was taken quickly and efficiently when we were ready. My friend had the soup and sandwich and I had the foccica which was lovely. Will definitely return.

Came here as a group of four for lunch. Seated and ordered flat white, Scottish raspberry lemonade for drinks. Chicken liver pate followed by Cajun chicken tagliatelle. I really enjoyed both food drinks, everyone one else in group enjoyed theirs as well. Cakes looked absolutely delicious! Friendly staff service and quick service for drinks. Nice location and a comfortable setting to take your time over lunch. Highly recommended!

We had booked a table for four one of which was our elderly mother for midday. I'm going to cut a long story short in that the food was really good but the service was appalling. Our reservation was at midday and we got our dessert at 2.15pm. Many other tables complaining. It was farcical and not good enough for the Johnson's of Elgin brand. It was nothing short of a disaster for most tables that lunchtime

Our plan of a nice walk to build up an appetite followed by a breakfast in Johnstons was sadly spoiled by the culinary experience.

After doing a lot of damage to the purse strings at the VIP Johnstone’s of elgin sale, we needed something to eat and drink. Others had the same idea. we joined the massive queue and the restaurant manager was superb in dealing with the high demand of customers. A very quick turnaround, with a smile and very courteous manner, we were shown to our table and ordered breakfast. The salmon with hollandaise sauce and two perfectly cooked poached eggs was Devine and a tasty latte. The restaurant manager kept everything running smoothly.

We hadn’t booked but were given a table very quickly. We ordered Cullen Skink with a side of sandwiches and coffee. The food was delicious and the service graceful and efficient. It is always a pleasure to come here because the experience is always positive. The coffee is amazing and so are the bakes. Will return with no hesitation.

We popped in for lunch. We were shown to our table and were asked if it we were having lunch or coffees. The restaurant was not overly busy .. we were given the menus and waited 17 minutes before I nodded to the waiter. We have him our order only to be told it’s only sandwiches. Ok. Looked at the menu and the waiter disappeared. Eventually we gave up and walked out. I have commented to the restaurant manager on a separate occasion and know that Lewis has taken this onboard and our next visit will be better. Will, find out soon.

One of Elgins best coffee shops with excellent service and food quality grub. My only gripe is that I think the menu is overpriced

Our first visit to Johnston's. After shopping we decided to have a light lunch. We queued for a bit, then we were shown to our table by friendly staff. The place was packed!

We’re regular visitors here as we live close by and we have rarely been disappointed with the food or service. The coffee shop is probably one of the nicest looking in Elgin/Moray area.

I used to enjoy having lunch at Johnston's, however, on two recent occasions it has become clear that something is not working there.

This is a lovely setting for afternoon tea after a nice look around their large shops

Interesting mill tour (and free) plus lovely cafe, with excellent selection of cakes, snacks and lunch choices. Fast friendly service.

Went here yesterday for lunch. We ordered, my husband ordering soup and a main, after quite a wait they both arrived together, I had macaroni for my main portions are small my friend has a different main which had a large portion. A lot of smoked stuff on the menu, which repeats on me so limits choices. Don’t think we’ll be back in a hurry.

A lovely place to go and enjoy a relaxing tea, coffee or something more substantial, the home bakes are magnificent, the service, friendly and professional, the location and surroundings magnificent, definitely well worth a visit,

We were recommended Johnstons after a visit to Elgin Cathedral. The restaurant was very busy but the staff were exceptionally well organised, very friendly and very helpful. A great atmosphere with large groups, small groups and all ages. The choice of food was good with a great range and some particularly tasty looking cakes. We had soup and sandwiches followed by a scone and hot chocolate. The portions were generous and the service excellent. We followed this by a visit to the shop where my wife purchased some beautiful stuff. This was an exceptionally good experience and one that we will repeat on our next visit.

We passed through Elgin twice over a long weekend and had lunch each time. Soup and sandwich combo on both occasions were excellent - soup was lovely, thick and hot, and sandwiches generously filled and satisfying. We had no room (sadly) for the tempting cakes on offer - hopefully another time.

Had not been to Johnston for some time but we’re left pretty disappointed from how we found it in the past. We had a soup/sandwich and a toastie, both were pretty average. Bread was a little dried out and toastie a bit on the burnt side. It was just a cheese and tomato toastie but in the last couple pieces there was a big chunk of tomato, the stalk end, with a big black rotten looking part of the tomato. Someone using that produce in the kitchen doesn’t care in my opinion. None of the staff asked how our meal was. I have added a photo of the tomato, would you want to eat that? Glad we didn’t.

The sweet potato curry on the new menu was outstanding. It was a good sized portion and came with rice and poppadoms. My friend and I both thought it was delicious. Staff friendly and helpful. If you have room after the cakes are excellent too.

Nice staff, good scones! The restaurant goes with the rest of the place - clean and inviting. The loos are good too which is usually a sure sign of a good venue.

I do enjoy having a coffee and snack here but it is pricey and just doesn't give value for money. There are other coffee shops of better quality about Elgin.

Great food for our whole family. They have wonderful gluten free options for those with celiac or gluten sensitivity.

Restaurant really busy but service time reasonable. I had the pea and ham soup which was very tasty. Daughter had macaroni which she said was lovely and also a delicious truffle cake from the fantastic selection on offer. Friendly, attentive staff doing a great job. Would definitely return.

Don’t expect to sit 15 mins without being served! Lots of staff but no process in place to serve them. First visit and last. Such a same as a lovely space but staff seem half asleep.

Myself and my partner decided to try out the new lunch menu at Johnston’s of Elgin’s restaurant after hearing positive reviews from friends who had been.

Good menu for a light lunch with lactose free options available. Yellow split pea soup delicious. Walked in without reservations and no problem.

Whilst lodging in Elgin I finally had the opportunity to pay an unhurried visit to Johnston’s. The grounds and store are beautifully maintained and the quality doesn’t disappoint. It was impossible to resist the cafe and the afternoon tea ☕️! If you are in the area don’t miss the opportunity to indulge and spoil all the senses.

Visited with my family yesterday. Food was fresh and delicious and great service. Came back in for coffee after a walk round the shop, and was spoiled for choice with the huge selection of cakes. I had a shortbread which was the best I've tasted in a long time! Will definitely be back.

Visited at lunch time, good choice on menu. We each had a filled baguette and soup, simply delicious! Treated ourselves to their own jumbo sized custard cream - I need this recipe, so good. Will be back very soon

After been going hear for lunch most weeks for years. The last couple of time we have been very disappointed.

Good menu, good quality which is of a consistent high quality.

After several days of the usual fare of fish and chips, beef burger, and haggis, it's nice to have an innovative menu for a change. the portion is largish...the "phyllo package" was supposed to be a starter, but it would have been suitable for someone with a modest appetite as a main dish. There was a great selection of dessert cakes, but I was so full that I had to skip it.

Popped in for quick coffee with family.

Good tea and cakes at a reasonable price. Efficient service and pleasant surroundings. Good if you are shopping to have some time out

Great cafe. Great classic sandwiches. Superb Cullen Skink soup. Lovely shops. Highly recommend this hidden gem.

Excellent service Excellent food Excellent staff. Definitely be going again.Excellent Excellent thankyou

We stopped off to visit the Johnston’s Mill Shop; and this was a charming stop for some refreshments before continuing on our journey. Light, spacious and with some wonderful decorative touches and table decorations. Staff were friendly and efficient, and the teas and hot chocolate very good. I look forward to the opportunity to return.

Great tour! See how the best cashmere in the world is made in Scotland! Even my dad, husband and son found it interesting.

VERY busy place around 12:30 it's a que for enter the place. Good service. Plenty of dishes to choose from. Good quality. A place to return too

This is an excellent place to have lunch, there is a good choice and the food is always tasty. It does get very busy at weekends, particularly during the summer. After lunch you can browse the clothes and then the homeware.

Visited for breakfast, we arrived 20 minutes before the restaurant was due to open. As we entered we noted the timings however one of their passing managers advised us there was no problem just come on in take a seat and one of their staff members would be with us......great service. Our breakfast was freshly made from fresh local ingredients......great. Coffee is good too. They also do excellent lunches along with coffee and cakes all day. Of course there is always their famous Cashmere factory and shop.....A credit to Elgin

Family visit for lunch. Oh dear, ham sandwich hardly any filling and same for prawn. Actually left hungryMenu has been the same for years! Desperately boring now. Won’t be back

What a wonderful place in Elgin. Nice ambience and the food was very tasty. We came for breakfast (Higland Scrambled & Scottish Full breakfast) and it definitely is one of the best around Elgin. We will definitely comeback and next time will try one of the delicous looking cakes. The staff were friendly and attentive, definitely worth a visit.

We are local to Elgin and frequent both the shop and restaurant quite often, and over the years have spent many hundreds of pounds here.

Visited here whilst on holiday, We took the guided tour with Rachel who was very knowledgable and friendly would recommend taking tour. Had afternoon tea in the cafe which was freshly made and and tasty. Well worth a visit.

This cafeteria is very pleasant to sit in as the surroundings are pleasant and comfortable. Excellent quality food served by friendly, efficient staff. Really nice ambience here and a meal or snack may be preceded/followed by a stroll around the high quality stock which is housed in an atmospheric mill building. Great place for a light lunch or afternoon tea.

I went with a friend for afternoon tea and was not disappointed. We were shown to our table by a young waitress and given a menu. We ordered afternoon teas which were accompanied by really nice coffee. Sandwiches of salmon and tuna were made fresh to order and homebake so were small, bit size and very tasty. The service was prompt although waiting is not a problem as everything was fresh. Definitely one of my fab

What a place to shop .... if you can afford the prices. Quality abounds and is obvious in all the goods on display. There is an interesting walk through an area full of weaving history and other interesting facts about the wool and manufacturing past. The firm has an annual clothing sale that's always anticipated and they do have lesser sales events throughout the year. Modern cafe with snacks and cakes on sale that's worthy of a visit to sit and relax in a friendly environment. Tours of the Mill are also available and run daily in the season I think, we didn't manage a tour so that's still to do when we return. Fantastic clothes and goods shop well worth a visit.

I had lunch with my daughter yesterday. The staff were very nice and attentive but sadly my garlic chicken on a bagel was disappointing , there was no hint of garlic and overall lacking in taste. Mozerlle doesn't have much taste so the garlic was needed daughters food looked nicer.

Took my mother for lunch on Saturday. Haven't been for a while. Quit busy despite our early visit. Was seated quickly and shown the specials menu along with standard menu. Decided to both have the special choice of fresh salmon and prawn wrap. Fabulous choice. Plenty of tasty fresh salmon not coated in mayo and loads of large prawns. Also came with side salad and coleslaw. Very tasty. The wrap was large to cope with amount of filling so my mother left some of it but everything else was perfect. Ordered plain green tea but got green tea with apple. Didn't complain as it complimented the fish.

We often pop in for a cup of tea and a cake, or a snack. The coffee shop is set up in among the old buildings of working woolen mill. You pass through the shop and can admire the lovely cashmere products.

We go here quite often and have for years. The service has really gone downhill. We were in for lunch today. The Cajun chicken sandwich wasn’t as good as they used to be. We sat for ages waiting for our plates to be cleared and to order cakes but nobody came over. Sat for about ten minutes and then decided to leave. When paying it was the new coffee shop manager at the till, advised her that we did not get our table cleared and that we were going to be ordering some cakes but nobody came had come over and I just got a very unconvincing sorry!

Perfect place to purchase good quality stuff. Very comfortable place, easy to park, tasty food and most of all you feel good energy from the history behind it.

First visit here and it was very busy. Nevertheless, a table was cleared for us quickly as was our order. Our server was very friendly and attentive. I ordered the BLT club sandwich. It was a generous portion; I couldn’t finish it but it was delicious. If I had any criticism it would be that the bacon wasn’t crispy enough but that’s because I like very crispy bacon! We were too full to order cake but there was a very good choice and they looked fresh and appetising. My parents are visiting me later this year and I will definitely be taking them here for lunch. A very enjoyable experience!

I visited this place as a part of some event. The entrance is through the main shop which leads into a beautiful little coffee shop. Good place for a meeting.

A really nice place to go for high tea and meals with a good menu to choose from go on and spoil your friends and family plenty of parking too

We’d heard good things about this place so I twisted hubby’s arm and we went for a light lunch.

Wir hatten nach dem besuch des Outlets noch einen kleinen Snack zu uns nehmen wollen und waren im Outlet eigenen Cafe fündig geworden: Gute Auswahl. preis/leistung ok, freundliche Bedienung

Whilst "killing time" ahead of our Glen Moray Distillery tour we came across Johnston's of Elgin Mill & coffee shop..after a very pleasant wander around the shop areas we fancied a coffee...wee "Wait to be Seated" sign ensured we were shown to a table, only wanted a coffee but took a look at the menu and spied the plates of food being served. Coffee came quickly, not quite a Flat White in many respects but still a good coffee, ok price etc. The food options looked wonderful and we will come here again when next in Elgin.

I often go to Johnston's cafe as the staff are incredibly friendly and it's a nice atmosphere. Usually opt for latte and cake and always thoroughly enjoy it. Its always lovely to have a ponder round the shops afterwards aswell.

Disappointing visit mid-afternoon on a day when it was not that busy.

I have been coming here for years and it is not nearly as good as it was, mainly the service has slipped. I arrived just before mid day and the restaurant was half full. I waited at the sign that said, Wait here to be seated. This was in full view of the restaurant. I waited and waited. The same two waitresses passed several times , glanced up and ignored me. A couple joined the queue behind me and still we were ignored. I turned and asked the couple, ' Do you think we should stand at the entrance?' They agreed and we all by passed the sign moved forward. A passing waitress then said, Oh, just sit anywhere, there's plenty of tables. What is the purpose of the sign to wait??? I asked for a coffee and club sandwich. Coffee was nearly finished and almost cold by the time the sandwich came. On paying, the waitress did ask, Everything ok? I replied it wasn't because of the service. Her reply? 'Well, we are very busy', which they certainly were not when I arrived. I bypassed the restaurant on my journey home. Pity, as we used to love going there and the shop staff continue to be friendly and welcoming. Johnston's is badly let down by the staff in the restaurant. A welcoming smile would have made all the difference.

Quality of food and service does not match the rest of the experience. Will go elsewhere in Elgin next time.

Our first visit and certainly won t be our last. Had a friend visiting from Glasgow and had a leisurely look around shop then had soup and baguette in the cafe. Was served by a charming young man who I believe was called Colin he recommended the soup which was delicious. Overall a lovely visit....

The food was OK. Service was slow. Prices reasonable. Best feature is the location inside the wollen mill.

My wife and I chose to meet friends for lunch at Johnston's because it was equidistant from where we were all staying in NE Scotland, was dog friendly (in the courtyard),had plenty of parking and offered vegetarian options.

I love the textiles - I bought a nice jacket on this trip - but the restaurant is extremely disappointing. It actually damages the brand /image of the main textile business in my humble opinion. The fact that no one was manning the “wait here to be served” point causes an unsettled queue of people to develop and ordering/paying is equally unorganised. More worrying though is the quality of the food - it really is very uninspiring for a business that is trying to sell expensive, upmarket textiles. The menu needs it be reinvigorated to make it more interesting - the coronation chicken salad bowl I had was not much better than a COOP TV meal.

Increasingly disappointed in Johnstones cafe.

We visit this lovely coffee shop quite regularly. Whether you are going for a coffee our lunch you will never be disappointed. There is an abundance of home bakes to whet your appetite and if you require lunch then there is a varied and inexpensive menu. The staff are always attentive and friendly. If your looking for a coffee shop in pleasant and interesting surroundings then Johnston’s is for you.

An outstanding afternoon tea for two. Very delicious and good value. We managed (with not too much difficulty!) to eat it all.....

Excellent range of cakes and scones! Plenty of different hot and cold drinks including tap water if you dont want to pay for water!