Leaf bark & berries in County Durham

Came here for a bite to eat on a Sunday afternoon. Everywhere was full or fully booked so we called here for something small, food was ok for what we wanted & staff were pleasant enough.

The sandwich was ok only thing staff member was sneezing in food prep area and wiped nose with fingers several times not washing them before handing food out and now you have to pay for parking due to the greed of Durham/seaham council

Popped in for a take away coffee as it seemed quite popular but firstly it’s unclear where to place your order and no staff member was forthcoming with info. Eventually I found the ordering counter and even after being acknowledged I stood for about 2 minted before someone spoke to me. Even then it was like I was causing an inconvenience. Server was rude and very blunt. She plonked the coffee down with no comment for me to assume it was ready for me to take. Won’t be going back. Don’t know how it’s busy although the interior was very homely. Shame about the staff

Fantastic little cafe. Very polite staff, the coffee was great, the eggs Benedict were perfect and the cheese scones were outstanding!

This visit was my first and it will be my last visit, the food I had was over priced and very bland, I would leave the salad off the jacket potato as it was embarrassing even though I enjoy a salad, the prawns were chewy in the marie-rose sauce, the cheesecake seemed old and the gingerbread on the top was soggy. It was over priced food and not worth half the money I paid.

Dirty cafe in need of a deep clean as it is disgusting! Young staff who couldn't spell customer service or manners, don't give a damn about customers. The panini I had was so dry, it was inedible and a complete rip off! The one available toilet.......FILTHY!!!! IVE NEVER SEEN SUCH A DISGUSTINGLY FILTHY SMELLY TOILET IN MY LIFE, AND THIS IS IN A CAFE!!!. The skirts boards, walls, windows doors all filthy. This place should be closed down until a full deep clean has been carried out. A report has been sent to the local authorities for a hygiene assessment. I will never ever visit this vile place ever again

Front man serving food.......rude. if it had not been for the fact had ordered coffee and friebd being with me would have left. Plenty of coffee shops on seafront so will enjoy trying out.

Called in for coffee with a friend. Our coffees were terrible. Yhe eating area needs a good deep clean. Dusty and skirting board disgraceful. Toilet needs attention too!

Very enjoyable visit once again. Has changed its name but apart from a lot more stock to sell, no significant difference. Cash only, once again!!! I had an excellent omelette with a nice side salad. Slightly short of staff I think?

We found this shop/cafe quite by accident but were so glad we did. We only had a 2 coffees and 2 pots of tea here but spent neatly an hour and a half looking at all the wonderful things at very reasonable prices. Came away with 2 bags of items and with our thirst fully quenched.

I’ve been to Leaf Bark & Berries before and enjoyed their food, so as I was passing I went in and ordered a soup. I ordered soup as I assumed it’d be quick to arrive. After what felt like 10 minutes I went to the till and explained that I’d like to cancel the soup as I did not have time to keep waiting. Rather than accept this, the young man serving me was abrupt, saying it was in the microwave and it had only been 5 minutes. I didn’t want to argue and reiterated that I did not want to wait and he handed me a refund. Maybe if he had been more courteous, and as he said it was in the microwave, I might have changed my mind. However by then I did not want to stay and I doubt I will return as there are plenty of other places to try instead.

Came here before before with my Family for lunch before, which my Mum and Dad shared a Chicken Coronation sandwich I had a Cheese Savory sandwich and my Sister had a Tuna Salad they put them in take away boxes which I think is really nice. The sandwiches which we had were nice. My Dad fancied some Pies for Dinner since he saw that they were selling some so we got some take away pies, which were the Chicken and Leek Pies and the Lamb Pies and they were so nice. So we thought we would visit again. So we got 2 Chicken and Leek pies and got a Gingerbread fudge for Dinner and dessert. The staff were lovely. Would recommend coming here for the pies and the fudge.

We were making our way up the Durham Coast from Seaton Carew on a recent self-catering break and came across Seaham. Really liked this little harbour town and as we were walking by the lovely memorial garden, we noticed Leaf Bark and Berries with outside seating. There was a table free and had a look at the extensive, very reasonable menu and decided to stay for brunch. We both chose the pancakes with bacon and maple syrup - excellent all round and so was the coffee. Can't understand why 'Travelingjohn 123 is quite so venomous about this great little place!

Should not be open! 1000+ people are dying every day, yet a shop selling overpriced tat, than can be bought at half the price in the Range or B+M, is allowed to remain open because it serves take out coffee? Something is wrong here.

Have visited Leaf and Bark many times before, today we were out walking our new pup along seaham seafront decided to pop by for coffee and breakfast, absolutely excellent from the minute we walked in, plenty of hand sanitiser, covid guidelines followed and adhered to, take out food cooked fresh and served hot, bacon sandwich with mushrooms, freshly baked baguette, good quality boxes used to ensure food kept hot, food brought out to us.well done to all staff and thank you very much, will be back soon, this place is not to be missed

They may have a one way system marked on the shop floor, but staff pay no regard to Covid 19 measures! When challenged, staff said ‘if you don’t like it you can leave’. Stopped here for lunch, in fairness the lads serving the food were ok.

Myself and a friend visited today. No one came to us to direct us to a seat, we had to ask. We sat on a table which looked like it hadn’t been washed since March. The wipes I used were grey when I finished. Then looking at the menus just about finished us off. They were full of stains, which I also wiped down. The food came and it was ok but we will not be hurrying back. I also used the toilet which was absolutely filthy. There was no track/trace system in place. A total lack of interest by management. So disappointing.

The food was delicious and it was cheap. But the toilet was horrible and unhygienic there were paper towels everywhere the hot tap was to hot so you couldn’t run your hands under there and you could tell it wasn’t clean. Waiters and waitresses didn’t wear face masks and they expected us to wear them in the shop.

We visited here on Sunday afternoon for a snack and a cuppa.We were the only customers in the cafe so a very subdued atmosphere.We each had warmed sconea which were very tasty and a lovely pot of tea.We were seved by a young jan who was constantly talking yo his colleagues and not really paying us any attention which is a real bugbear of mine.When we got up and made our way out of the cafe, not a single member of staff in the cafe or front shop acknowledged us, spoke or said thank you or goodbye, leaving us feel completely unimportant and not valued customers.We found this both very rude and unprofessional and we will not return, as it appears that their customers aren't important or appreciated which in the current climate is even more disappointing.Oh well, we'll go elsewhere next time and you have lost custom because of your staff.

We'd walked a good 9miles along the Durham Heritage Coast and were ready for a good coffee. We always support independents and selected Leaf, Bark and Berries on the lovely smell of their coffee from the door whilst passing by. We were greeted by two friendly members of the team, a young lad and lass, cheerful, both very attentive and efficient. The place was very clean and well organised, as it was sunny and warm we chose to sit outside.Ordered two large lattes and some cakes. We were not dissappointed, fabulous coffees, strong, tasty and hot (no sugar required) they were served with the uptmost care in the current climate of restrictions and tight rules. Sat outside in the sunshine, the table and chairs were spotless, the service was promt and very friendly, lovely cakes too, very very lush. HIGHLY recommend. Looking forward to retuning :)

Called in for teas and coffees but was tempted for a bite to eat by the delicious items on the menu.Pleased I was being greedy as the roasted goats cheese tartlet I had was absolutely divine. It can with a lovely fresh side salad and dressing, together it was delicious and was fantastic value for money. Next time were in Seaham we'll be here again as I liked to descriptions of some of the salads on offer.Would recommend

Was a bit disappointed on this visit, the place wasn't that busy but tables were not cleared and our scone and muffin were brought out on one plate so we had to ask for a second plate, also for butter that was missing. A lady being served before me was given her cuppas without saucers, although she was asked if that was OK as they hadn't any that had been cleaned.Didn't have any problems on the last visit though.

Ordered two flat whites and one latte, all turned up identical as each other. Burnt coffee flavoured water at best. Tacky surroundings. Toilet appalling, smelly, small, no toilet roll or hand towels also right next to cafe area. Dirty cups etc on tables outside also. Disappointing

They do not display their hygiene rating outside, it should be a legal requirement in England as it is in Scotland and Wales. This place has no score on the door, presumably because when you look online its score on the door is one out of five and they don't want to advertise that for obvious reasons.

Had full English breakfast. Poached eggs like rubber. 2 rashers of bacon not the 3 advertised on menu. Poor quality sausages tasted microwaved Overdone muffin. Beans were fine. Would not recommend and will not return.

I feel it is my duty to put forward my view of this cafe after reading some of the negative reports published here.First of all the food was splendid I had the sausage/bacon baguette which was substantial and terrific value at £2.95, my wife and cousin were equally pleased with their choices of fruit scone and brushcheta. We had a large pot of tea, and requesting a jug of hot water to accompany it was no problem for the staff.Regarding the staff the two people who dealt with us were attentive and polite and suggesting I would require brown sauce with my butty showed perceptiveness as well.I had no complaints with the cleanliness of the cafe, the toilet was perfectly adequate and anyone seeking a good value eating place in Seaham need look no further.

The Staff are so rude and arrogant I've never felt so angry with the service I've received. This has to be the worst shop in Seaham! The staff make you wait ages to be served, they are rude, not a nice atmosphere I wouldn't recommend this shop to anyone.

Went in for a cupper and something to eat. Not one member of staff acknowledged us. We found our own table but there was no menu. Went to the counter where 3 staff members were stood chatting and drinking coffee, I asked for a menu I was told there were menus on the counter in the next room, I was expected to get it myself. Can't comment on the food as we got our coats and left. Won't be back

Vistied yesterday as we were passing and fancied a change. We normally go to the lamp room, just a few paces up the street. We walked in and were not greeted by anyone, told where to order or that it was card only (no sign either). The place was really dirty too, cob webs everywhere and tables full of crumbs. The staff weren’t great either, but as they were all young I don’t really blame them. The owners or managers need to begin by giving them adequate training in customer service and food hygiene. The food was okay and cheap, hence the two stars. I really can’t get over how dirty the place was though! Has so much potential due to location too. Real shame.

always busy enjoyed my bacon butty and my cup of coffee good position on the road will call again when passing.

Visited today, stood for 10 minutes at the counter for 2 drinks, considering im heavily pregnant and 4 staff stood doing nothing feel like i should have been allowed to take a seat and drinks brought over seeing how it is a cafe. 4 young inexperienced, unfriendly people behind the counter more interested in talking to each other. Girl serving had to ask how to heat milk? Surely this is basic training. Was then told cash only - no visable signs up and wasn't informed of this. Puzzled how people pay for the items of high value in the shop if no card machine. I did say but theres no sign up and i wasnt informed to be met with two blank faces. I asked if I could drink my drink then get cash out to which I was told no would need to go to Barclays along Seaham and then come back - as this is too far to walk at 40weeks pregnant I left and won't return. Staff need some serious training on customer service. Hope you acknowledge this as recent TripAdvisor reviews highlight some of the same issues so really think this matter needs attention.

This place could be so nice with the gift shop behind.. but just how much expertise do you need to toast a teacake.. it was dry and crunchy with a most peculiar taste. My other half who is known to eat anything presented left half his sausage sandwich ?? The young girl waitress added a further layer of sticky spray to an already sticky table and looked as though even a pay rise wouldn't raise a smile.

Visited last week and had pleasant breakfast for reasonable cost, and decent service.

Visited today with my daughter and mother, 2 of us ordered a panini filled with mozzarella, pepperoni and jalapeños , mam ordered a cajun chicken wrap. Paninis came, took a bite, yuk! A load of runny liquid slop dripped out onto our plates. This was supposedly the mozzarella. My daughter asked the young guy who served us if the cheese had been mixed with Mayonnaise, he said it was just mozzarella. Daughter went to the counter in front of the shop to ask someone else as she has an egg allergy and needs to be careful, they produced a large tub of bought in, ready mixed up slop containing pepperoni, jalapeños and some type of (cheese?) and the ingredients on the tub said it contained egg. They offered her either something else or a refund, she accepted the refund. I left most of mine too but he just removed the plates with no comment.

Quirky coffee shop, had tea & we tried the cheesecake & roulade. Both were delicious. Great place to relax after a walk along the seafront. Hope to stay longer next time & browse the array of various trinkets for sale within the shop itself.

A cafe combined with a shop. The table we sat at was dirty from previous customers and not cleaned.

We popped in here for lunch one rainy day and found it a welcoming place with sofas in the front area, or tables and chairs in the conservatory. What an incredible mural on the wall in the conservatory - I want to live in that cottage!

Upon entering the cafe I asked the staff member whether they had anything suitable for my child’s food allergies and was told yes, a jacket potato would be safe. He watched me take off coats, unpack a portable high chair, get child and elderly relatives seated, books and toys out on the table... then when I tried to order he said he’d sold the last jacket potato to the person who came in after me. There was nothing for my child to eat so I had to pack everything up again and leave amid hysterical crying. How hard would it have been to tell the person who came in after me that I’d already requested the last potato? Or even just tell me immediately when he sold it, instead of letting me continue to waste my time unpacking and getting everyone seated? I’ve since discovered they only have a one star hygiene rating so I’m glad we didn’t eat there anyway.

Possibly the dirtiest UK eating establishment I’ve been in.

Staff unsure of menu. Items not available. Cash only - no visable signage. Not clean. Food was just ok. Won't visit again.

Had coffee and cheese scones. Cheese scones were warm and had a good amount of strong tasting cheese.. Coffee was very good. As we had a dog with us we had to sit outside, as the management doesn't allow dogs inside. There is retail unit inside and they were selling Christmas decorations greatly reduced in price. Cakes were of good quality. We would recommend this cafe for coffee and cake.

We used to go to Leaf, Bark &a; Berries quite a lot, the portions used to feed two of us. We went on Friday this week and we're sad to see only half a dozen were in the place. We had already tried The Lamp Room and it was full to bursting.

Stopped for a coffee break at this lovely place last week while out on a walk.

Last weekend which was wild weather wise we saw tommy holding his helmet on the wind and rain were so strong, we looked across the grass and saw this coffee shop+. What a find it was. The coffee was lovely cheese scones divine, freshly made, just yummy, other food available was made on premises and looked great. Will try more next time.

The food and drink in this cafe is good but the place needs a thorough clean from top to bottom. The atrium and sides are covered in cobwebs, the furniture needs a good wash and the floor looks as though it hasn't seen a mop in months. We will not eat here again unless it is cleaned up.

This place needs fumigating. We only went in for drinks and we are so glad we never eat as we found online that the place has a 1 star food hygiene rating and after visiting the toilet we know why. It used to be the place to eat on the front now I reckon its the worst.

We visited shop and cafe today and left feeling disappointed. On returning home I decided to look at reviews. My thoughts are echoed with many others. The food is good, the coffee is great and the young staff do their best under difficult conditions.

Found this cafe by accent and really glad we did. The food was freshly made and excellent value for money. Service was excellent also. I would definitely recommend this cafe and will be returning.

Having just read the other reviews I don’t think we’d have gone here if I’d read them first but we found it fantastic . Sat out at the front had breakfast then scones tea and coffee and couldn’t fault a thing . Very friendly waitress great food very reasonable cost what more can you ask for !!!!

This cafe has in the past been a favourite of mine, however visiting the premises a couple of weeks ago and today I could not help noticing how the standards have slipped.

Superb Eggs Benedict (£2.95) and equally pleasant couple of crumpets with marmalade. I also appreciate the shop behind which contains a variety of garden gizmos at very good prices.

This is a lovely little cafe. It’s located on the sea front in Seaham. There is plenty of parking near or around. The staff were lovely and friendly. We all had a cheese scone which was delicious; really cheesy. The hot choc, cup of coffee and tea were all lovely. The place is small but comfortable. Ample to choose from. Well worth a visit.

We visited Seaham and had been recommended to eat here. We did and the food and service were superb. Great value and super tasty 😋. Next time we are there. This is where we will be heading for our food

We stopped here for lunch and we had a really good meal at very reasonable prices.

This place has definitely gone down hill. Stopped for a coffee and cake, the boy who served us didn’t smile once while serving us. Eye contact was none existent!

Very disappointed staff not interested when I placed our order young said £7.70 but was actual £6.50 when mentioned it and showed him price he said oh I didn’t know that so I said so that’s be £3.50 change he still gave me wrong change. Sat down as he said he bring it over girl came plonked on table no smile nothing left after a few minutes I went to ask where’s our tea and coffee he said o haven’t u got I said no he made it while I waited then tried to charge me again till I said I have already paid. So will we go back erm NO it doesn’t cost to smile and or show customers that we are not an inconvenience need to train your staff

I love this restaurant and enjoy everything about it. The quality of the food has always met my high standards. I have enjoyed most items on the menu and would vote them 10-10..

Sadly the scone was very doughy .

We called in here for morning coffee after a trip to Seaham. The cafe is well situated across the road from Ray Lonsdale's 'Tommy' sculpture - it's worth a trip to Seaham just to see that, never mind the fact that Seaham has the best beach ever for collectors of sea glass. We chose cheese scones to go with our coffee because they looked wonderfully cheesy and well risen. They were scrumptious, served warm with loads of soft butter. The savoury pies and pasties also looked lovely. We were also intrigued by seeing Monkey Soup on the menu and the young waiter was happy to show us the ingredients list (no monkeys are harmed in the making of the soup) - we'll be back to try it soon.

Having found a table in the cafe we bought cold drinks which we were expected to drink them from the bottles. When we asked for glasses we got a blank look but eventually were given paper cups. The toilet was disgusting and as a result we decided against ordering food.

I worked at leaf bark and berries for a year and I got treat like a dog. I would have to come into work at 9am to start my 9 hour shift at the age of 16. In this shift I would not get a break at all and was not allowed to sit down for the full duration of the shift. Jeremy (the shop owner) would swear and call us names. he would even make fun of the customers including the customers with obvious and clear disabilities. if he offered us some dinner which he would forget to do most days, we would have to eat it against the red hot oven stood up. The oven was near the counter and we still had to work while eating our dinner. when it got to pay day we never received a payslip and it was always cash in hand. When he couldn't afford our pay he used to ask us if he could owe us half of our pay the following week. When I left the job I received no P45 as he did everything outside of the books. For future customers, the café has no food hygiene and most dishes/cutlery were washed in a luke warm dirty dish water. all the reviews I've ready saying the staff look miserable isn't wrong, that's because they are literally getting forced to work without any break and are treat like slaves, Jeremy Elder is to blame.

Enjoyed our meal. The place is full on a sunny day, and people are chatting and happy - this tells you a lot about a place.

Visited today. Mocha not good, had to remind staff about an already ordered Scone which had not arrived. Menu looked reasonable. Toilet had no loo roll and an overflowing bin with dirty paper towels. Not very clean and I am surprised that the door to the toilet is allowed to be straight into the cafe close to food preparation. Very interesting shop though with nice items. Disappointed they did not take Cards, some expensive items, who carries over £100 in their pocket. And nearest cash machine is some walk away. Could be very nice with a little more care and cleanliness.

Whatever happened here? Used to be a lovely place, a few years back.

Sort of a bakery, trying to be a restaurant, with a quirky gift shop behind. Not very comfortable. The food selection is limited, there are outside seats if you have a dog, or want to sit in the sunshine.

This is a place in need of a good clean. The floors were filthy as was the one toilet. The loo is ramshackle with a drenched floor and dirt everywhere. Plastic vines were thick with dust and the floor around the counters looked as if they had never been cleaned for years. The tables were such that it was impossible to get your knees in and we sat wide legged for lunch. We had to eat with very uncomfortable cutlery, cheap and sharp where you grip. Our first chair was dangerously placed on a crumbling trapdoor with holes in the concrete. The food was OK but the dirt put us off. We could not wait to get out. YUK!

Toilets disgusting all stained.paper over floor,tap doesnt work properly,water or wee over floor,rusty toilet paper holder .only 1 door between eating food.i would not recomend this place.owner was not botherd when i mentioned toilets were not cleaned.

Interesting shop selling room decor with a decent cafe. Nothing special, nothing bad. Food portions are large and the prices are OK.

Having been along the beach with the dog stoped off for a coffee and sausage sandwich which were very good.

Couldn’t fault the food or the take away counter but the toilet area was very poor and the young guys serving/waiting on tables customer service left a lot to be desired

Staff not very pleasant, no one was serving at the sweet counter, only had drinks which were ok staff just seemed uninterested

Was disappointed food lovely but desperate for a good clean floor was dirty plastic vines on Wall thick of dust ant toilet really needs renewing and decorated shame because nice place

While visiting Seaham, we stopped off at ‘Leaf bark & Berries’ for drinks, ice cream and cake. The cafe was very good value with our bill being just over £10 for all three of us. The chocolate ice cream and muffin were both very nice, however disappointingly so our slice ‘passion cake’ was dry in places. There’s also a gift shop with a variety of merchandise at a very reasonable price. The service was average.

Visited here today having not been here for some time. As good as ever lovely coffee and delicious cakes very reasonably priced. One of the original coffee shops and much better than most of its rivals.

Tempting cakes and savouries on display as you walk through to a pleasant seating area. Decent menu selection, with very reasonable prices. Just to be aware, you can only pay by cash, as their card machine has not been working for months.

He visitado aquí por 10 años. Es tan amable, como siempre, la comida es deliciosa. Las cosas en la tienda son preciosos siempre me encanta las reuniones de amigos y familia. Es perfecto!

Paramos en Seaham en nuestro viaje por la costa de Durham. Encontramos este pequeño café por casualidad para escapar de la Lluvia de Durham. Chocolate caliente y pastel de terciopelo rojo simplemente deliciosa.

Cada vez que mi familia y yo venga a seaham comer aquí y luego echar un vistazo por la tienda. Muy bien decorado, con buena comida y personal son siempre muy agradables.

For a first timer to the cafe the staff need to be sharper

I think they make their own scones on the premisis. Fruit scone with butter very very nice. Only thing amiss is the fact they have no free wifi.

Delicious ice cream, helpful and friendly staff, brill atmosphere. Great scoop portion sizes for your money!! Would recommend for an afternoon treat at the seaside!

Nice food, like a garden atmosphere, very airy with a nice atmosphere and lots of quirky food and drinks which is always good, good service and I didn't have to wait to long for the food and the place is clean and tidy.

We regularly visit here. It's got a decent cafe menu, does the best coffee ever (illy coffee) and has delicious home made cakes - all that you can get to take out if you want (as we often do). They also do lovely gifts and ornaments, small furniture, pictures etc it's like Aladdin's cave. They also sell Movenpick ice cream which is Devine and a lot cheaper than some other ice cream shops in town the place is just Brilliant!! No card machine in use for last few months so have to have cash at the minute

We often pop in when we are in Seaham. It's not very big but I think being small gives it more charm. There is a good selection of food if you want it or just a tea or coffee with cake is also good. There are lots of interesting things for sale at the back of the shop so don't forget to pop and have a look around.

When visiting Seaham we took shelter from the rain in this little coffee shop. We stopped for Coffee and Tea. We were seated right in front of the food prep and display area. They have the most amazing cakes, pies and desserts. Look forward to going back to sample some food! Only down side is the toilets need a lick of paint and a tidy up!

needed a late lunch after a walk along the coastal path. Very impressed with this café and also the range and price of the various ornaments and objects for sale. Ordered one herbal tea, one latte, one sharing starter of anti pasto and a Cajun chicken baguette again to share. Service was excellent and friendly, food was great but ended up taking most of baguette away as was huge portions - the young lad offered us a takeaway box when we were using napkins. Great value at £13.50 for a large lunch for 2 and 2 drinks. Not sure what experience others had with staff and quality of food/cleanliness but if there were problems they definitely been addressed. Three ladies at table next to us were also very complimentary about their meal.

Excellent value food and drink and some really lovely gifts that are a little bit different. Well worth a visit.

Travelled to Seaham from South Tyneside to have lunch at this Cafe. Not very welcoming, atmosphere flat,staff soulless . Food disappointing . My jacket potato was mostly raw so only ate the Cajun chicken and salad. Told a member of staff about it and he didn't seem to know how to respond. I advised him just to let the cook know.Not to be repeated.

We has breakfast on a Saturday morning and ordered at the bar which was staffed by a rather glum young man who only cheered up when jollied along by my wife - perhaps he'd had a bad morning.The room was as chilly as his welcome so we kept our coats on which is not really conducive to an enjoyable meal.The food was pretty good and was hot and plentiful with perfectly cooked poached eggs. At about a fiver for a full English it was definitely good value. It was served by another young man who was cheerier than his mate but the overall atmosphere didn't make us want to rush back.Glum lad didn't respond to our cheerio on the way out. Perhaps he needs to find a job he enjoys more.

Before you are tempted to eat here - the atmosphere always seems nice - just have a look at the food preparation area - it is minging, dirty , disorganised, old cupboards and work surfaces.. I could not see a food hygiene certification on display.

Came across this cafe /deli/ gift shop. Had a very nice lunch. Staff friendly. Then had a look around the shop where we bought a few things. Home garden ornaments, candles and baskets etc. Very reasonably priced.

Made a return visit today with my daughter and grand daughter especially for the monkey soup, delicious as always. It was very busy but worth the wait as the food never disappoints, tried one of the sandwiches today, without doubt one of the best I have ever had. We were sat opposite the sandwich counter and noted the counters were cleaned down after every order very impressed hence the five star rating.

Stopped of here for a hot chocolate and coffee with family after a walk down to Seahawk Harbour. The cappuccino was a latte and the milk was scalded but the hot chocolates were good. The cake selection appears to be very good and the pies too. The area behind the coffee counter looked to me like it was in need of a very good clean. If it didn't look so dirty I would have given a better rating.

Almost opposite the Tommy sculpture this served up a superb Monkey soup and another being..broccoli and stilton..very filling. Remarkable value in this cafe. I noted £2.75 for Eggs Benedict and three rashers ! Nice atmosphere.

Just happened to pop in whilst out for a walk and so pleased we did. We will be back.Large choice of cakes, scones etc at very reasonable prices.The nick-nack shop at the rear of the coffee is a delight to rummage around. some lovely items on sale

We visited here with friends for coffee and scones. All fresh and coffee piping hot. Meals can be seen being prepared - always a good sign. Nothing to hide !!There is a quaint little shop at the back of the café, worth a good browse.

It was a cold wet day when we called in ,soon got warmed up ,We order mushroom soup it came with home made crusty bread a small pat of butter and some crisps ,you got a good sized helping of soup which was very tasty ,Soup of the day cost £2.95 bread was in clued in the price we also had a pot of tea..Good menu available ,, some thing to suit all tastes will be back again ,

Called in for lunch.Ordered soup and cheese scone.Cheese scone great oven warmed.Great tasteFabulous soup portion size Very tasty.Will call again

For a small place leaf bark & berries has a decent selection, they don't have an extensive menu as they don't have a huge kitchen on site but they do a great job with what they've got. The do Illy coffee and it's one of the best. They also do gorgeous ice cream and you can get your food to take away if you prefer. We often pop in and get a coffee to take out and drink whilst walking along to noses point or an ice cream to sit and eat next to Tommy. It is nice to have a wander around the gifts and accessories when you're done and there's some really great n quirky stuff to be had and decent prices

Hubby and I love popping in for coffee and when we have friends and family visiting we always include a trip here and that's on their request! We had homemade scones and coffee and it was really lovely. Then we always head to the back of the shop because it's an alladdins cave of beautiful items for the home. Jeremy and his staff are genuinely friendly and make you feel really welcome. This place is a must visit if you're visiting Seaham.