Maypole Court Cafe Bistro in Shropshire

Called in today for a nice lunch, but very dark and uninviting, could it be closed ? Once we were inside we were informed that only coffee was available, no food whatsoever. Having looked at Facebook reviews this place looked great but it turned out to be a waste of a journey so we spent our money elsewhere and will not try again. Very disappointing.

Lovely staff but staff unable to tell me choices of soup or quiche of the day only to find there were none at all. No small plates e.g. sandwiches,jacket potato, know it’s a bistro cafe but when all meals are £10 and above with no other option is disappointing. Toilets disgusting they need to check them, blood in sink in unisex toilets rather put off so left.

This place is lit fam! Couldn’t get enough! I would eat here breakfast lunch dinner and in between!!

Ate early in a Friday evening and had some fabulous food. Crab brusetta starter was very tasty and so was the wild mushroom tagliatelle. Really was very pleasant surprise and the service was excellent.

Quite nice and would definitely visit again, although the visit could have been improved somewhat. The warm drinks for the children were served far too hot which seemed a little dangerous, and one of the meals served could have been improved as it lacked flavour, but otherwise the visit was nice and would happily give it another visit.

Visited today with a local Wemian, very good recommendation by her to go to the Maypole. We both had Eggs Royale, the eggs were poached to perfection and the hollandaise sauce was gorgeous. It was served on a muffin with tasty salmon. We ordered some twice cooked chips to share, also very good. Drinks wise we ordered a cappuccino and a pot of tea. I asked for skimmed milk and some extra hot water with the tea, both were happily provided. I have to say the pot of tea was a generous size anyway. The price was £21 for both of us and that was fine for the quality of the food and drinks. Such a shame we didn’t have time for a piece of tasty looking cake. There were specials on the board including baked potatoes and soup options. The service was great and the loo clean. Top marks from us, we will return.

I've been wanting to treat myself to Eggs Royale for ages and I was not disappointed! It was delicious! The strawberry milkshake I had alongside it was served in a quirky mason jar and I savoured every last bit of my meal. The staff are so friendly and I highly recommend it.

We had found this bistro in the Internet and took a chance. We struck gold. A lovely selection of freshly prepared food, from quick snacks to plates of pasta and larger specials. The young man who served us was very efficient and incredibly professional. We will be back.

Very friendly little gem in Wem. Well worth a visit. Everything is home made by Kerry and always steaming hot served with a smile

Visited Wem today for the first time. This place is a hidden gem, so don’t be put off by the way it is set back from the road. Spent all morning in there, topped off with a yummy brunch. Lovely staff and clientele.

Rode out with the Newport (Shropshire) Cycling Club this morning and glad I did - when it was decided to change our route and call by the Maypole. As always warm welcome, efficient service ranged from poached eggs, bacon sandwich, various cakes and great coffee. A lovely coffee stop.

With friends we returned to the Maypole Court Bistro in Wem and had an excellent meal...it is a fun, friendly little dining spot where you have a bit of a wait for your meal since everything is cooked up upon ordering but it is oh so worth that little bit of a wait! The two women who run this fine establishment work extremely hard at what they do and it pays off in spades. We had a delightful time and delicious food (which is excellent value for money) and hope to return one more time before our departure. It was a splendid repast!

Popped in for lunch with 3 young children whilst visiting family in wem . Nice food and service with suitable children's menu. A well laid out cafe in this historic and quirky part of Wem. Will definitely visit again.

We've visited many time and love it here. Friendly staff and seriously yummy lunches. Always a great range of specials and cakes. The eggs royale is the best I've ever tasted - the hollandaise is beautiful! Well recommended!

My son ordered the burger. It arrived cremated on the outside and raw in the middle. I informed the waitress who took it back to the kitchen only to be replaced with another burger that was worse. Both were raw in the middle. This is a health hazard. The chef either needs training or replacing. Very disappointed and concerned for my son’s health.

A brilliant place for lunch. Excellent menu. Themed evenings. Happy helpful staff. Very cosy & relaxing. Thoroughly recommend this for a relaxed lunch.

Very friendly place to meet up, smiley service, great coffee made just how we liked it. The food being served to other tables looked delicious.

What a great find, food was delicious! My husband enjoyed his paella although he missed the elusive mussel in his seafood! I enjoyed my sandwich, excellent bread and hummus filling. And our dog enjoyed a fresh bowl of water!!!

Went for a coffee and cake with my husband recently, all the food is homemade and cooked to order , lovely decor , Staff very helpful

Had lunch on a Saturday with my Mom & Daughter. Excellent food & drinks choice. Food well cooked and presented. Staff friendly & efficient. Will return when in Wem again.

This is a lovely quaint bistro with excellent food and first class staff. A real credit to the lady who owns it and creates homemade dishes with a difference. Definitely will be back soon.

Used this cafe to have brunch and a catchup with a friend, it has a really nice laid back atmosphere, cracking coffee and a lovely little menu. The staff were also super friendly making the place lay homely :)

Called in there for tea and cake and foubd the staff friendly and efficient with a relaxed atmosphere. Well recommended uf you prefer a cosier place to eat

What a gem of a place . Food all freshly prepared, nice choice of brunch, and lunches. Staff were were lovely ,

Nuestra primera experiencia de una velada temática en este pequeño bistro amable. Era todo lo que pensamos que sería de la copa de bienvenida a la llegada a la toma de puerto antes de salir. Entre nos vimos tentados por no menos de 10 campos y degustación de tamaño, aunque, nos llena al final de la noche. Disfrutamos muchísimo y quiero felicitar a Kerry y Jon por su cálida hospitalidad y trabajo duro.

Un grupo de amigos fuimos a la última noche temática, esta vez era griego. La comida era muy sabrosa y bien presentada. Hemos estado en varios de estos temas y nunca me ha decepcionado. Incluso nos reservamos enseguida para la próxima el día 24 de febrero cuando vamos alrededor del mundo. Tan bueno que los propietarios son la formación de los jóvenes en cómo esperar en las mesas y el valor de un buen servicio con una sonrisa. Gracias de nuevo por una gran noche y espero que no haga demasiado ruido!

I saw the Greek night advertised on Facebook and that they had a cancellation so immediately messaged them to book. We were not disappointed at all, one of the best meals we've had for a very long time. The menu was perfectly put together and presented. The calamari was possibly the best I've EVER had! Everything was fresh and beautifully cooked. Drinks were very reasonably priced too, the day to day menu also looked for good. We will definitely be back! Thanks Jon & Kerry :)

The food was brilliant and very imaginative. The staff were very attentive and nothing was too much trouble for them

With 6 of our friends we had lunch today at the Maypole Bistro and it was wonderful! Such a lovely selection of food to choose from on their vast menu and it was all very good. The two ladies running this charming spot do a bang up job to serving, cooking and making sure everyone is happy; it is a real joy to dine here. Excellent value for money (get a load of their dessert board...yummy!) with a most relaxing atmosphere.

My partner stubbled across this little gem while I was having my hair done, lovely food, home made fish finger sandwich was tasty and definitely worth the money ..

Although there was 12 of us we were comfortably accommodated and our first class meal served to us quickly and politely.

Not immediately visible from the street but worth looking for. Wonderful lunch with great gluten free options and excellent coffee and deserts.

We have eaten here on 3 occasions recently which is not the norm as we are not people who eat out often. The first was a celebration others a spur of moment thing.Great menu which are quite imaginative and not too pricey which is a refreshing change these days. They promise much and actually deliver and in addition the staff are very helpful and obliging with the lady who owns the bistro is busy in the kitchen and is keen to make your acquaintance .Well done and now we have booked a table for the next monthly friday night Theme night. Their deputation is growing and we are responding to a recommendation which means we have high expectations and are confident they will passwith flying colours.

Very pleased with overall standard of service and food - it was a quick stop to grab a snack - very impressed with presentation & flavours.

Fabulous lunch with family who live locally. Brilliant service, nothing too much trouble. Kids menu very different and with a fussy 3year old very welcome.

Fantastic lunch, table for 8 of us, superb home cooked food, delightful staff and very reasonable. Eggs Benedict was perfect , will definitely be back, thank you Kerry x

Found ourselves with an hour to kill and, following a recommendation, decided to try the Maypole Cafe for breakfast. What a treat! The cafe was clean, warm and the staff were very friendly. And the breakfast was really good with a generous pot of tea and good sized cups. Would definitely recommend.

A friend and I popped into Maypole Court Cafe on a busy Thursday lunchtime. They were full but said if we returned in 15 minutes, they would have a free table. We did so and we were greeted by a very pleasant lady who showed us to our table up a few steps on the higher level. We chose a lemonade each which came in various flavours and was lovely and was made locally, good that they support local businesses. My friend chose mushroom soup from the specials board which came with artisan bread and butter. I chose a club sandwich which also had artisan bread, toasted with plenty of butter. We both enjoyed them very much and would recommend this establishment for a tasty lunch with good service.

Food is fab and very reasonably priced. Excellent Service. Will definitely be visiting here again. Very conveniently located in the middle of Wem. Décor is lovely and all the food is homemade.

I visited friends in wem and decided to take them out for lunch to the bistro upon reading several reviews. We were greeted by some lovely polite staff who showed us to a table. We then ordered drinks while we looked at the extensive menu. We ordered our food which we it came was marvellous, presentation was amazing. We even stayed for a slice of homemade cake, the best cake I've ever tasted. I would like to say well done to the maypole court cafe bistro for an amazing dining experience. Thank you we will be back.

Excellent little bistro hidden away off the main street. Friendly staff and excellent food. Well worth a visit.

Visited a friend who lives in this small market town who suggested we go for coffee.Well worth a visit !!Friendly staff and the most amazing coffee and of course I had to sample one of their lovely home made tea cakes. Shame we'd already had lunch as the food coming up from the kitchen looked superb.Will be visiting again very soon.

Super food, good service and good value, would recommend,Theme nights, we had a starter night, 4 starters and 2 puds.

Maypole Court is a charming and unexpected addition to the village of Wem. They offer a range of options, providing a pretty extensive menu. My husband ordered the scrambled eggs, with salmon and was truly delighted with his meal. I ordered poached eggs with a gluten free muffin. The eggs were served hard in the middle. I apologized to the server and asked her to please have it remade, as the eggs were overcooked. By time my food came out my husband had already finished his meal and his coffee. Slicing through the eggs I was confronted with flaky, hard yellow. Disappointment ... I starving at this point. I called the server over and pointed it out to her. She offered to have it taken back stating, "Im sorry you do not like your meal." It is not a matter of not liking something or liking something, the eggs were overcooked...twice. The poached eggs were taken off of the bill, but it is still a matter of principle. If you are going to serve poached eggs, please do not burn them over and over and again and then state, "I am sorry you did not like your meal." Because I would have, if my meal was not prepared incorrectly. Everything else about the cafe was lovely. I would give it a second chance, as my husband enjoyed his meal, but next time I will definitely order the soup.

What a lovely place. Beautiful decor lovely furniture and very attentive staff.Recent visit to see family booked into local accommodation didn't realise this bistro existed until recommended by family. Would highly recommend and will visit again the next time I'm in Wem. If you are in the area give it a go you won't regret it.

We visit here fairly often, particularly in the holidays. The staff are all nice and efficient at their jobs and the coffees are lovely. The food we have ordered is always fresh and tasty. There are other places to eat and have a coffee in Wem, but none rival the Maypole.

Super little Bistro, serving delicious snacks, more substantial eats, scrummy cakes and scones and delicious fresh coffee. The staff are really lovely, very helpful and efficient and the prices kind to the pocket. Have been several times and look forward to the next visit.

Attended their Greek Evening last night. Lovely food and a great atmosphere. Even served by a future Prime Minister which was nice.

Really nice food and coffee served by friendly staff who are happy to leave you be or have a friendly chat which makes it a fun place to go. Signs on the wall promote special dinner nights which have a range of cuisines from different countries.

Just had wonderfully cooked, authentic Italian food this evening. One of the monthly special evenings. Thanks for a lovely relaxed evening.

Nice busy bistro cafe//restaurant tucked away in a pleasant and peaceful courtyard just off Wem's main street. Very good, tasty, wholesome food at reasonable prices. We had homemade burger with all the trimmings and a Panini. Good coffee as well. Pleasant and welcoming staff.

Popped in for a light late lunchFabulous fresh quiche and salad,Hand cut chips are amazingHigh quality menu with good value prices. Fresh coffee consistently perfect. A favourite eatery.

Whenever I visit this bistro I receive a warm welcome and my drink of choice is remembered and how I like it. Food fresh and tasty and all homemade by the proprietor/ chef, Kerry. If it's breakfast, morning or afternoon coffee or lunch you want, this is a good place to visit. If cake takes your fancy then there is plenty of choice. Highly recommended for their theme evenings as well. You won't be disappointed so give them a try.

We stopped for a late lunch just before Easter and were truly impressed by the atmosphere and the food. Tucked away but well worth finding. The tortilla was delicious and the salad was dressed (why is this such a rarity?) but above all the warm welcome of the owner, who clearly takes immense pride in the quality of the food and drink offered. They are clearly at the heart of the community and deserve to be so.

We went on a tapas night (They do a gimmick night once a month) and it was fabulous.Everything was fresh and lovely, hot and exciting. The staff were lovely and the decor is very homely.

Services is very very good. Smiles, and the staff are helpful and gracious. Food and drink not only very good quality but good value too. This place is a hidden gem. Go try it folks

Decided to cycle to Wem today (the original plan was Shrewsbury but I swiftly found that was far too far) and stopped off for a quick drink at the dog and bull on the way who informed me that the Maypole was a lovely place to go. I took their advice and I have to say I wasn't disappointed, the staff were lovely and very attentive. The food tasted very fresh and delicious, I had a brie and grape panini with chips followed by a piece of honey cake and a pot of tea and it was all £11.50 which i felt was more than fair. I'll definitely be going again.

We have been visiting this cafe since it opened and have always enjoyed our visits. The staff are consistently friendly and helpful and the food never disappoints. Whether we are looking for simply an excellent coffee or something more substantial, we head straight for Maypole Court. After a visit yesterday, when two of us enjoyed a cappuccino each and shared a cupcake and an apple sponge with toffee sauce (the toffee sauce was some of the best we have tasted and complimented the warm apple sponge perfectly) served by Kerry who is always helpful and friendly, we thought it was time we put in a review. So, if our experience is anything to go by, and you are looking for somewhere when in the Wem area, we can highly recommend the Maypole Court Cafe Bistro.

Popped in here for breakfast on a Saturday morning.Very friendly staff.Nice menu selection.Ordered breakfast sandwich which was very nice on fresh bread and tea.Would return again.

Whenever we visit, we are never disappointed. Whether it's delicious homemade cakes and a quick coffee or a bite to eat at lunchtime, the menu accomodates every occassion. Locally sourced produced helps keep the quality high. Themed nights always fully booked, very early on which speaks volumes.

If I enter the Maypole when it opens at or a minute before closing the staff of the maypole always welcome me and my service wether I am sitting in or taking out. The atmosphere is perfect and the food and drink is also. Can not fault this place or the people who work there.

what a joy. We had a lovely lunch last week in this great little bistro. The staff were very helpful especially Emma. Nothing was too much trouble. I can't understand what the writer of a previous review didn't understand about the concept of an open sandwich. The lunch was delicious, reasonably priced and I can't wait to go again.

We were in Wem visiting family and stumbled across this lovely bistro/cafe after seating ourselves which meant that we sat in just the right spot for us we were promptly greeted by a charming lady who took our drink order and she also went through the menu and the specials of the day, we were spoilt for choice! When the drinks arrived they were one of the nicest coffees that we have tasted in a long while, however my wife found it a little strong so the waitress went out of her way to do a "1 shot cap" to quote the lady which was perfect, the little homemade biscuit on the side with the service was such a lovely touch.We ordered one hot mackerel sandwich and one pie off the special board which was a steak and kidney suet and thyme topped pie, our food arrived with little wait even though it was busy by now, both meals were so good that you could see and taste the quality of the ingredients and when the waitress came to ask if everything was alright we questioned her on where the delicious bread has been source from. We were told that when ever possible all the produce is sourced locally in fact the bread is from a baker locally who delivers daily and all the meat is from the butchery which is only up the road in Wem nd the waitress told us to try their sausages and she was right as we bought some after and they were the best we have ever had! We were so full after that we couldn't manage one of the delicious looking cakes that are on show under glass covers so tempting but we will have to return before our visit comes to an end.

The Bistro is situated in a lovely courtyard and is a beautifully intimate venue.Having been to the bistro whilst under previous ownership I was ALWAYS impressed with the very warm reception and lovely food, however, these days I would say the reception I have received has been nothing more than luke warm. The waitress is capable of a warm reception as shown to customers she knows, I would expect a warm reception whether you are a regular visitor or an occasional visitor.I went there on Saturday with a friend and we were left hanging at the door, there was only 1 table free, which of course is always a good sign, I was hoping the waitress would invite us in confirming that the vacant table was not reserved, there was no acknowledgement so we seated ourselves, not a big problem but still no mention that they'd be with us shortly. Anyway the rest of the visit was lovely. The food was tasty, fish finger sandwiches, yummy and the waiter, I think his name was Prentice, was very pleasant and definitely has the potential to be excellent waiter.My next visit was just three days later, today Tuesday, it was quite disappointing. Once again as we entered we seated ourselves, it was quiet only 3 tables taken. The waitress came over and took our order. My partner ordered a club sandwich, which my understanding of this is three layers of bread with a filling of chicken, bacon, lettuce and Mayo, there were only two slices of bread, however this was enough a quite tasty. I ordered a smoked mackerel sandwich, when mine arrived it a was A single slice of bread ( now this was a small slice of tinned loaf NOT a slice of a large bloomer) both of these sandwiches are priced at £6.50 each, now to complain about the number of slices of bread all seems a little pedantic considering the goings on in the world but it was the attitude of the waitress when I questioned her about it. She made me feel as if i had no right to complain. She stated this was an open sandwich, she did to be fair offer to get me another slice but I did push a little further due to the price, I felt it was unfair, she tried to justify it by saying it was stated on the menu but this is not so, the menu states ON bread as was the club sandwich. I did get my extra bread, the cook/owner brought it to me with nothing more than a glare, I would expected her to have been interested in my feedback. When the waitress brought the bill I did start by telling her the food was lovely and it truly was, I asked if she was interested in my feedback I was cut dead in my tracks by her stating that she had discussed it with the cook and they would amend the menu to give an accurate description, I would expect them to lower the price if they insisted on serving just one slice of bread, this is simply mackerel on toast, however I heard the discussion with the cook/owner, the cook/owner stated this was her interpretation of a mackerel sandwich, personally I would say as she's the owner and obviously (due to not speaking to me directly and her response to the waitress) that it has more to do with profit margins.Had my points be received in a more pleasant manner I would return however due to the attitude of both these ladies it is highly unlikely I will return whilst under the present ownership.

This bistro is tucked away, down an alley off the high street. They have a lovely shared court yard that you can sit in or store your bike in. They offer a tasty menu that has perfect home cooking touches,no ready made plastic food here! They offer full Gluten Free options, including muffins with your eggs benedict, sausages, burgers, cake and bread options. The venue is a quirky many level tea room and the ladies are lovely, willing to chat if your up for it, or leave you be if your not. Well worth a visit, and now we've found it, we have a reason to visit Wem more often on our bike rides.

The bistro in maypole court lives up to its name - the little gem, you are always guaranteed a great reception from Kerry and her dedicated team of waiters and waitresses, the quality of the food is par excellence and the themed nights (greek and Mexican so far, Spanish to follow) are not to be missed - thanks to all at Wem's little gem, the bistro

We have been twice now since the new owner has taken over the café bistro. The wait staff are very pleasant, helpful & polite. The food & drink were excellent. I had wonderful coffee cake & a latte , my mum had toasted tea cake & cappuccino . Beautiful place & lovely atmosphere. will definitely be visiting lots more times.

I was excited to visit this bistro as my mother and I had talked about it for a while. It looked promising with a very attractive eating space, and a pleasant welcome. However things went downhill as we waited 45 minutes, with no explanation or apology from the wait staff, for 2 breakfast sandwiches, one BLT and a warm camembert. I wondered if I should go and offer help to cook the bacon! A couple who came in after us, were served their food at least 15 minutes before us. We had a reservation, they did not!I have to say, when the food arrived, my BLT was fabulous, but my husband's and father's poached eggs were rock hard and the tomatoes were cold. When my husband told the young waiter, he was apologetic but I don't believe he even told anyone about it. Could be wrong but we never heard. We'd had tea first and the cups and pots filled up the table space and were not removed even though we were very short of space on the table when the food arrived. Also had to ask for cutlery. £34 deserves better service and the kitchen should be accountable for it"s faults. The chef must have known the eggs were overcooked, and a responsible chef would throw those out and poach a couple more. Heck, after waiting 45 minutes, what's two more minutes! Probably wouldn't have written the review! Has potential, but wait staff need to be more experienced and chef needs to be able to deal with a full house (the place is not that big)!I do think it would be a great place to come for coffee and a cake. Those people all looked very happy and were served promptly.

Warm scone home made raspberry jam clotted cream thing don't get better than that perfect with coffee

Love this place. Have visited several times in the last year or so and it's consistently good. Friendly service and lovely food. The atmosphere is great with a cute modern/shabby chic decor. Definitely the nicest place in town to grab a drink or breakfast/lunch, for a good catch up with friends.The eggs benedict are particularly good! Not been on an evening but I hear it's very good. Just the kind of place Wem needs.

Debbie and her team are brilliant. Service, food, and venue are first class. I would recommend it to anyone.

We have eaten here for lunch several times over the last few months and each time the food has been really tasty with nice and attentive personal service. The menu is varied and reasonably priced with a good range of food for my vegetarian girlfriend with plenty for myself the meat eater :-). I haven't tried the Friday night Bistro service yet but look forward to trying it in the future. They also do a really nice range of cakes as well. Keep up the good work guys.

I was staying in Wem and was taken here for breakfast! Fabulous warm homely and welcoming cafe/bistro. A lovely lady brought us coffee and menu.I went for the eggs florentine. Oh my!! It was gooood! I also helped myself to my daughters black pudding also goooood! I have never had such a lovely breakfast before and want to go back again and try everything else on their menu!! This is a lovely change to go and be spoiled with old fashioned service and have something served to you on china plates,drinks in china cups and the service was with a smile. I hope you have great success ,you deserve it!

This is the second time we have booked this little beauty - It was a work night out, starting with a meal. We returned this second time because we enjoyed it so much on our first try. (4 months apart)It is an intimate place, Which really adds to the warm atmosphere. Probably only 8 tables in the whole place, and far from being a bad thing, it adds to the warm, friendly and family like atmosphere. As we went on the last day of the month, we were treated to a themed night - This one being Tapas. It was amazing. Both the food and the Spanish extras that added to the overall Spanish / tapas feel.The food was, as before, very special indeed, and the kind, warm, friendly and welcoming nature of the few staff was everything you could want from a dining experience.

Positioned in a little court in wem town centre is a lovely restaurant the bistro.Inside the setting is quaint and relaxing and it is easy to think you are in some little french town!Our hosts were very friendly and the service was precise,polite and yet we felt relaxed.The restaurant does some lovely theme nights where you can put yourself in their hands and let the food flow .the food was delightful and well prepared and served, putting this with a lovely wine list whether dining with friends or that special place for two that wont break the bank then this is a place to visit.

I cannot recomend this place highly enough ... booked a place on my partners birthday but would arrive later than serving times, this was no hassle and the warm and friendly staff rearranged items to fit us in ... staff were warm and friendly whilst still leaving you to enjoy your meal ... the ambiance was lovely, a small and warm setting ... cannot praise highly enough

Wonderful little bistro, food is delightful and reasonably priced. The only thing which I can't fail to mention is that the loo's need a bit of TLC, not what I would have expected given that the decor and attention to detail and cleanliness of the bistro is great. I'll return readily if this one area (but important to me) improves.

We have eaten at Maypole Court on a number of occasions. Each time the staff have been warm and helpful. The chef is fantastic, the food he creates is consistently good and a real treat to eat. It is good value for money and I look forward to eating here many more times.

We had visited the Bistro a couple of times and decided to make a booking for the Christmas meal. The meal was excellent, a very good and different menu which we enjoyed. The wine was reasonably priced and good. The welcome, warm and genuine. We will return!!!

My Mum and I have just returned from the most enjoyable lunch at Maypole Court cafe/bistro in Wem. As we were aware that all the breads were home made, We started with half a portion of the home made soup so that we would be able to eat a sandwich after. The soup of the day was roasted butternut squash and chorizo, which came with a slice of delicious home made bread and was one of the nicest and tastiest soups I have ever eaten. The half portion was huge and I was a bit concerned that I wouldn't do my sandwich justice. When our sandwiches arrived, they too were lovely big portions. I ordered the ham and rocket which was served with a lovely home made coleslaw and mum had croquet Monsieur which was served with a large bowl of wedges. Everything was delicious,r the service was professional but very friendly and the atmosphere and surroundings relaxed. We will definitely be returning!

Well, the food we had here was amazing! We went with some friends on a 'themed' night - they have one monthly I believe. The theme for us was Lebanese. Now I was a little apprehensive and that didn't change when I saw the absolutely authentic menu - but my mind was out at rest by the lovely Deb who explained each dish. We didn't have to make any decisions as for the cost of £25 per person we got to have everything on the menu. All was fragrantly spiced, wonderfully cooked and well presented - great service too. We will most defiantly be returning.

Family and Friends took over this lovely Bistro on Saturday night for a superb Three Course Meal. There were twenty-six of us.Flav, The Chef, is awesome - The food first class. All the Guests enjoyed a delicious meal served with speed and efficiency. The menu was exciting and we were able to pre-order from some excellent dishes.We had a good choice of Wines - Tanners of course!The evening went with a buzz from beginning to end.Congratulations to Debbie and Staff, Maypole Court certainly lived up to its listing as "The Gem in Wem".

I will definitely be visiting this wonderful 'gem' again! I have the goats cheese salad and it was the best I have ever tasted!

My wife and I, with two friends, had lunch here this week. The restaurant is conveniently located just across the road from the main car-park. The staff were cordial without being intrusive; the menu was varied without being overwhelming. We all agreed that the food was excellent; in my case I enjoyed the best burger I have ever eaten, including the best bun ever; the three of us who had them agreed that the "chubby chips" were the best chips ever; and I finished with the best tiramisu I have ever eaten (which took the title from the long-standing holder in the Dordogne). We shall be back!

Lovely food, lovely atmosphere, friendly staff and the best carrot cake for miles. Brilliant for coffee and a cake, homemade soup and bread at lunch time or a quality evening meal.

A lovely little cafe with excellent food and friendly service. The eggs Benedict brunch is delicious; I make a special trip here whenever visiting from Kent. Lovely coffee, too. All of the staff are attentive and friendly. Wouldn't go anywhere else for coffee in Wem.

There was me - Daddy -, my 5 year old and my 1 year old and guests of honour my Gramps and Nanna. Very friendly service. They were happy to amend the perfectly good menu to accommodate my fussy lovely 5 year old daughter. Everyone enjoyed the food. Pricing is fine but I would prefer to pay a little more for bigger portions - a thought echoed by my Dad. Nice place and nice people. Bizarre incident involving my 1 year old son hurling his plastic drink bottle down the mezzanine stairs which then randomly turned right at the bottom to continue down the stairs to the cloakrooms evidenced friendly customer who went to get the bottle for us. I would recommend this venue for food, service and comfort.

the cakes here are always a little dry, they look fantastic, but always past there best.the rest of the food looks ok, we were rushed a little, and a lot of the tables remained uncleared, although the waiting staff were playing on the phones!! very pricey too.

Having previously visited for a special lunch, I was really looking forward to the Maypole's monthly theme night dinner, this month being tapas. What a lovely concept - the place is pretty small and with a great friendly atmosphere, and everyone sits down at the same time to enjoy a set menu, so all enjoying the same courses at the same time and an entire evening's wining and dining. The tapas was simply delicious, with at least 10 different dishes coming out in selections of 2 or 3 at a time, and including favourites such as patatas bravas, calamari, chili prawns, meatballs, octopus and creme Catalana. Not forgetting olives that tasted as if they had just been picked! I have not had better tapas in any Spanish restaurant, including in Spain, and all in our lovely little town. Wonderful.

fantastic food the cod was amazing and the goats cheese starter. The service was excellent Will be visiting again soon.

Very friendly café bistro in a quiet corner of Wem. Nice and clean with simple décor and interesting pictures on the walls. Good simple menu with excellent quality food and decent portions. Tasty coffee.A cut above the other cafes in Wem, so worth seeking out!

Been meaning to pop into this place for a while but, as ever, things conspired against us. However finally made it today (Saturday morning) and set my heart on Eggs Benedict. I was not disappointed. I have had this meal globally and it is a firm favourite for 'breakfast'. What was put before us was as good as any - two halves of a split English muffin layered with ham, liberally smothered in Hollandaise sauce; two perfectly poached eggs were the crowning glory. This combined with a couple of particularly flavoursome coffees (had to have a second) meant our brunch set us for the day in heartening fashion. Already booked in for a theme night. The only thing about which I am disappointed - that we waited so bloody long! Top scoff.

food is nice, but not as special as you'd expect from the price. overall clean and tidy service was a little rushed, taking away the plates before we'd all finished eating, although the place was not that busy. pasta a little overcooked on one of my visits. more of a café than a bistro

I regularly visit this bistro and have been meaning to write this review for quite some time!!The day menu is simple yet tasty and all freshly prepared. From home made soups and bread to an array of pasta dishes and sandwiches.The monthly friday and saturday theme nights are fab, last night being seafood... The platter of whole crab, oysters, lobster, prawns, muscles and scallops was absolutely amazing with tool kit provided to extract every last morsel! Without any question this place serves the best food in Wem if not all north shrops!!Well done to Deb, Vlad and team!!

This place was recommended to us by some friends so we decided to go together to see if it was as good as the other reviews suggested. We were not disappointed, it is a great place with a lovely menu which is well thought out but not overly complicated. The food was well presented and the service was excellent with a nice delay between courses which was fantastic. There are only four or five options for each course but everything sounded appealing and we were all impressed with what we ate. There is an adequate wine list and an appropriate selection of drinks available. We are delighted that this bistro is doing well and hope that it continues to thrive and the people of Wem support it. We shall definitely be back in the not too distant future. Well done Maypole Court bistro.

Came on a visit from Gloucestershire and can honestly say its the best foodie ever had ! attention to detail is amazing and the quality of the food was to die for , great portion size which is unusual these days gave real value for money as all my kids were full to bursting ! Great menu selection in the day and would love to come back and try the special theme night menu as it looked fantastic , will definetly return !!

Nice friendly staff and talented chef. Limited menu but all done with care. Open limited times so look and book so you don't miss out.

Honestly, it's impossible to recommend highly enough this treasure of gastronomy. We visited for lunch, where we were so impressed with all aspects of this bistro. After a really lovely warm welcome we were seated in an elegant establishment with friendly, professional, knowledgeable staff who helpfully answered our questions and even brought us tasters of the daily soup to try. They use fresh local produce, you can really taste the quality, even me being a non-foodie! The menu has a lovely choice of options, including delicious cakes and desserts (tried two, both absolutely gorgeous :-). Not only this, but all at a fab price. Try it, you absolutely will not be disappointed.

We have recently made our first visit to this small bistro in Wem. Immediately on entering we were struck by the attractive and tasteful décor. The staff were very friendly and chatty especially the owner. The lunch menu looked very tempting but we had come for afternoon tea. The carrot cake was the best I have ever tasted and my wife's scone just melted in the mouth. All the food is home made and most if not all is locally sourced. It is also great value. Although just off the High Street, opposite the library, it is a little tucked away in a courtyard. If you are looking for lunch in Wem it is a must. They also do dinner on a Friday evening. We are now looking for a free Friday to give it a try.

Just been to the Maypole Court Cafe Bistro and had a wonderful dinner. Everyone in the bistro left feeling they had a fabulous meal. Debbie the owner and her staff make sure you have an evening to remember. It is definitely the best place in North Shropshire.