Marmalade Coffee Shop in Vale of White Horse

We have given this coffee shop enough chances now. Having been in the hospitality trade we appreciate the difficulties with staff and keeping customers happy but we have run out of patience. The last couple of times we have been in people have been waiting a long time for everything and staff don't seem to have the correct skills for the job. Today we waited 30 mins for 2 coffees and when the next order that was made wasn't ours we left. A young couple left as our order was taken as they had obviously not had theirs taken. It was not overly busy but seemed in chaos. We are now in Costa and got served within 5 minutes with conversation.marmalade do make good coffee but make sure you have a lot of tolerance if you go here

Went for coffee, toasted sandwich and cake with someone else today. The coffee came out but had to ask twice where the food was. They said we’ve been busy, I said you serve takeaways first and yet we pay more to sit at a table. When the food eventually came, my coffee was cold, they offered to heat it up which I had BUT if they would only bring out the food with the drink, there’s plenty of staff on.

best croissant for miles. best croissant for miles.best croissant for miles best croissant for miles

Have a couple of takeaway coffees here every week when working nearby. Good ambience, friendly staff, efficient service and good value coffee. Would like to see more cakes and pastries on display but understand this is not a patisserie or baker's

Consistently good coffee and lovely staff, always smiley and cheerful. Warm, cosy and inviting on a cold day

We’ve been to Marmalade a few times, we really like the coffee and the atmosphere. Unfortunately though today we had to wait 20 mins for two coffees after ordering. They weren’t particularly busy and there were several staff working so there really was no need for a 20 minute wait. Our coffee was brought to us (and it was lovely) but the staff didn’t acknowledge the wait at all. I would have written a much more positive review had the staff just apologised. Marmalade your cafe is lovely but today it was let down by your customer service.

This is a regular venue for a local charity group from Parkinsons.Me who gather here one Sunday morning per month. We are always made welcome.

A regular cycling stop off - Marmalade can get quite busy when a whole bunch of us turn up and the staff cope very well. Always clean and a friendly welcoming atmosphere.

Reviewed this when it opened originally and loved it then. I continue to come in very regularly and it’s absolutely my first port of call for coffee and cake (and sausage roll .. of which more later)Bit annoyed to see its service has been considered lax. It’s not the fastest, but it’s laid back, chilled-out style really is part of its charm, and it’s also part of the Wantage ambiance. Costa here isn’t super fast either. Although I watch my diet, one of their home made sausage rolls is a monthly treat for me. Absolutely delicious. I will continue to support this lovely, Oxford-vibe coffee shop above all the others in Wantage! (And there’s nought wrong with them either tbh!)

I always judge a place by how well it does the simple things... simple food can be notoriously difficult to do, viz Chefs when interviewing for a new job are often asked to make a simple omelette.We visited Marmalade for breakfast, fantastic coffee and I have to say the most perfect cheese and ham sourdough toastie! It was huge, fragrant and absolutely sublime. Well done Marmalade- simplicity rules!

Used to think this place was alright, despite the overpriced food and very slow service time. Today though the manager was extremely rude and created a hostile environment whilst I was waiting after lunch to decide on a cake and drink. Such a shame as I usually like to support local businesses but I would not recommend this spot to anyone now unless they want to be sneered at. Sort out your attitude as you’re chasing away customers!

Excellent coffee, excellent atmosphere and layout, and excellent toasted sandwiches although you need a big appetite to finish them. A terrific addition to Wantage since it’s opening.

Best coffee in Wantage and amazing Carrot Cake. Serving staff are great as well, very efficient with prompt service and always a smile.

This place has such great potential with lovely food and the coffee is excellent. However there seem to be loads of staff there who just spend their time chatting to their friends and don’t provide an efficient service. It’s so slow !

Spoil yourself with a Homemade pastry, cake, sumptuous flapjack and/or sandwich. Sandwiches are made to order and the pastries are exceptional, with a choice of vegetarian options.

We really enjoyed our breakfast. We had the smashed avocado and toast with jam. Nice café to start your day.

Our second visit from outside the area and so glad to find this café still in Wantage. Excellent coffee, happy staff and delicious lunchtime snacks.

Great coffee shop, lovely staff and the best teacakes and coffee in town. Local family company not a horrible chain.

Have tried to get in for coffee several times but it is always full (a good sign I guess). However, did manage it this time. Decent coffee and reasonable value. Slow service but otherwise OK. Nice friendly staff.

Hot chocolate was warm asked for it to be reheated still not good .waiting time long. food disappointing soup watery and unpleasant toasted cheese sandwich soggy .won't re visit

Had the pleasure of finding myself here for a bite of lunch yesterday - cappuccino, toastie and cake.

Called in for the first time on a Sunday morning and were really pleased we did. The staff were so polite and friendly, service was quick and the smashed avocado and feta on bread was superb - just the right amount of seasoning and good value. Great coffee too - we will definitely return.

Probably the best coffee shop in Wantage. Friendly, efficient staff, good coffee. I've been disappointed by the limited selection of cakes and biscuits (for example - no biscotti or cantuccini), but otherwise very pleasant place to meet friends or pass the time

Had the pleasure of eating and drinking most of the afternoon at this lovely coffee shop. Costumer service was exceptional, Faith was a delight.

Extremely friendly and helpful staff alongside delicious food that is really well prepared. They had toys for children and a great baby change facility in their very clean bathroom. I can't recommend this place enough.

A last minute toasted sandwich & coffee whilst shopping. Tasted delicious & good price. Eat locally not in one of the big chains

We have visited twice now and can state that Marmalade serves the best Avocado toast we have ever had anywhere in the world! (In our opinion)

Nice place, friendly staff, good coffee and a reasonable selection of homemade cakes etc. Best place in Wantage.

Prior to walking on The Ridgeway went here for brunch. Particularly recommend the home made sausage rolls! Enjoyed so much we went back for tea after our walk. Lovely chocolate brownies! Quirky decor and very good value for money

First visit, but will definitely not be my last. Fantastic Cappuccino - great espresso taste, good size and hot - an increasingly rare find. Lovely Greek salad - very good value. Good atmosphere.

Been here a couple of times for iced coffee but this time my wife and I had the sour dough bread with smashed avocado, feta and chilli flakes. It was just gorgeous and I will be having many more.

If you want to taste a really good cup of coffee, this is the place to go. Unlike the tasteless froth in a lot of coffee shop chains, this little independent produces an excellent coffee which you can enjoy with a choice of fresh cakes/pastries or freshly made snacks.

Great coffee, staff are nice, bloke who looks like he could be the manager/owner isn't very personable but is professional. Not the sort of thing that bothers me but the other staff make up for it. More importantly coffee is fantastic. Food is typically priced for Oxfordshire and made well. For those of you who think this place is "hipster" you're in for a shock when you do come across a hip place. If having a well finished/designed shop with quality products offends you stick to industry stifling blood suckers like Costa and greggs.

I’ve had coffee here before. Very good. But I thought I’d do iced tea today. It was hot. The cafe not the tea - though it would have been far more authentic with a heap more ice. But never mind. The spinach and lentil pastry was tasty and the atmosphere much nice than Costa. So if you’re visiting try here. They won’t win prizes for an extensive menu but what they do they do nicely. And it is .. a bit hip .. for Wantage anyway!

Great coffee that is hot unlike many other places. Lovely people and the cakes are good too. Clean and peaceful unlike many high street chains

Such a nice change from the chain coffe shops. Situated just off the main square, this lovely cafe has got it spot on. Limited menu but the food is top quality. Lovely sourdough toasted sandwiches and delicious hot chocolate. Nice friendly service.

Popped in for a quick bite with my dad who complains about everything we ordered a ham and cheese toasty and a sausage roll and tea all were extremely good and even my dad said the sausage rolls were amazing . He even took another home . Give this place a go you won't be disappointed

There are now lots of coffee shops in town. This one I feel is mediocre. The coffee is very nice, but it's really loud in there and you can hardly hear yourself think! Reasonable selection of cakes.

Try the cheese and ham toastie on sourdough. It was well worth nipping in here. I will be going back again when I’m here next.

Had spotted this new coffee shop last time I was in Wantage but it was too busy to get a seat however today I got lucky for a lunchtime break. I really like the independent coffee-shop vibe Marmalade gives which is SO refreshing for Wantage. Whilst their food menu is a little small, (understandably with the size of the kitchen), the taste and the service absolutely make up for it. Their Chai latte is really delicious, I didn't want it to end and I really enjoyed my smashed avo + feta cheese on bread combo. They also offer dairy alternatives as well as gluten free without any hassle. Keep up the great work, hope to pop in next time I'm in Wantage!

We stopped here in Wantage for a light lunch after walking to Wayland's Smithy and found this lovely cafe. It's a lovely place with simple but delicious (and good value) food and great coffee and tea (I sampled both). I hope it continues to thrive!

Friendly, welcoming staff, great coffee, homemade cake and light lunches. Marmalade has quickly established a reputation of the cafe of choice in town. Highly recommended.

Popped in today with my mum for a cuppa for a change from costa. This place is amazing the food and drink never seem to disappoint and the added bonus of happy staff is welcoming and refreshing. Nice veggie option in the form of a homemade sausage roll was definitely welcomed by the mothership. The cakes are all homemade too and although I didn’t sample one they did look tempting

Popped in for coffee and snack on way through Wantage... service friendly and efficient and food very good... we had the sausage roll which is unlike the catfood in pastry which normally masquerades as such... this is a big slice of delicious meaty goodness in flaky pastry... superb... the place had a slightly hipster vibe which we don't generally like but would definitely return.

With a limited selection of cafes around, this place is a welcome addition to Wantage. Rustic, quirky decor with friendly smiling staff.

Have been here a few times since moving into the area so felt it appropriate to leave a review. Staff are typically friendly and welcoming, and service prompt. Menu may be limited but the toasties are delicious, very reasonably priced and always leave you full! Hot drinks are well made, albeit sometimes a little cool to my liking. My partner and I often find ourselves returning here for lunch or a hot drink due to the consistency in their offer.

Lovely coffee, yummy food, friendly staff, FABULOUS background music, relaxed, cosy and just the right amount of individualism and quirkiness - PERFECT.

Popped in here for a hot drink on a cold afternoon. The interior is light and bright with mismatched vintage chairs and tables. The mood is relaxed and friendly. We had good coffee and tea, the latter brought in a good-sized pot, with plenty of milk. Cakes and toasties on offer looked good and smelled delicious, though we weren't in the market for food this time.

Had a tea break here with the kids.

A standard coffee shop. Prices were what were expected. The staff weren’t particularly bad or particularly good. But the chocolate brownie is amazing and would recommend!

Re tried this place as an alternative to the local Costa. It's nice place and the coffee and chocolates that we had were fine if, if cool. Prices not cheap. Danish warmed in a microwave i think. Warm but all floppy. Attention to detail lacking: drinks served, Danish served some time later; I cleared the table as we left, no thanks, no 'Goodbye', completely blanked. I'll be going back to Costa, which is scruffier but there is 'attention to detail'.

Lovely cafe in Wantage with quirky decor and great coffee. Yummy cakes and paninis too.definitely worth a visit when in town.