Pickwick's Coffee and Teahouse in Ipswich

Pickwicks is a hidden gem, and one of the only true British tea rooms left in the area. It’s really quaint with lots of character. I’m a coffee enthusiast, and no where has this many to choose from. Their coffee and tea selection is like no other, with lots of rare coffee beans (30+) to try. You can even request a specific bean for your takeaway coffee! Nowhere allows you to do this. They don’t charge extra for Oat milk which is a nice touch. Their cheese scones (which I’m told are homemade) are delicious, as are their jacket potatoes and sandwiches. The service is always exceptional, delivering an experience better than most places in Ipswich.

Popped into Pickwicks today because I was told they have a good selection of Coffee Beans. I bought a bag, almost £30 for a kilo. The staff member pealed off a label at the till and I didn’t think anything of it at the time? Just looked at the bag and it was the Sell by/Use by dates that was peeled off. I can only assume I was charged full price for out of date possibly even past Use by date Coffee. I definitely will not be going back there if this is their policy on food items???

A true find. Extensive tea & coffee menu. Great service and lovely home bakes. We stumbles across the adorable cafe whilst in the town centre. Friendly and warm, and is a lovely community place to meet local friends and welcome visitors to the area.

Absolutely lovely little place. Service was fantastic, food was gorgeous. Lovely warm atmosphere. This is a hidden gem and one we will always come back too. The new owner has cleverly kept the traditional feel of the tea room whilst adding subtle changes.

This little tea room was Absolutely lovely. We had Afternoon tea and the food was so good, fresh, tasty and presented very well. Endless supply of tea and coffee. The staff was great poor girls up and down stairs all day yet they managed to stay attentive . Also good value for money if your looking for a nice treat . Definitely recommend this tea room.

Very nice little cafe with plenty of seating and excellent choice of drinks… a little unusual so good for tea and coffee lovers Super friendly and some great things to buy Great independent cafe

Another good find allowing well behaved dogs in tucked away in a tiny side street near a church you could walk straight by it. We noticed the colourful two outside windows and tables and chairs outside first then walked in to a lovely welcome. Table service, and the choice of tea and coffee types is amazing never realized there was so many. We took in our tiny Cavapoo who was given a bowl of water and some biscuits so that was a good start. A varied selection of specials is also posted inside.

We popped in for lunch while shopping in Ipswich. Lovely old fashioned tea rooms with a good menu and various types of teas.

Stopped here for lunch while shopping. Sat outside in the courtyard in the sunshine and had very start sandwiches. Would recommend.

been to this shop a few times but called in for lunch we had a beef chili and rice which was a lovely portion the wife enjoyed it i had macaroni cheese also very good hot pies also very good staff very pleasant will visit this shop again .

Me and 2 girlfriends came to your coffee shop last Saturday and I felt I had to write a review to say what a lovely coffee shop you have ! We were welcomed and felt very secure in difficult times . The atmosphere was lovely and tables were spaced out . The food was amazing as well as the coffee . Brilliant service too - thanks again ! Happy to support a local business like this .

We arrived, there is no NHS QR code, which is now a legal requirement . The tables are very close together and when we asked about track and trace we were told there is a book but we weren't asked our details .Two tables who arrived after us were served before (we only ordered drinks) .... After the first the waitress apologised and assured us we were next and then served the other table... Sadly we can't comment on the quality of drinks as we left to get a cuppa elsewhere..

Delightful little place to visit. The food served is lovely and so are the drinks that are on offer. Great service and a good price. Highly recommend coming here.

Its name summarises its atmosphere. Good afternoon tea Attractive ans welcoming staff it serves a great variety of teas as well as selling them by the packet

Popped in for an early light lunch, and was tempted by the cream tea! Quaint little tea shop, with real tea (and a strainer) and a good sized scone, with plenty of clotted cream and jam. I would probably have the scone unheated next time, but that is a personal thing, and I was given the choice. Service was good, and friendly. The toilet is upstairs, which could be an issue for those with limited mobility. Not sure if there is an alternative.

Called in here for coffee and cake with my partner who is gluten intolerant. I had the st clements cake and my partner had the gluten free victoria sponge, both were very moist and tasty. We chatted to the friendly ladies serving. I only have one suggestion from my partner and that would be to maybe have either cheese or fruit scones that are gluten free, as these are rarely available. Apart from that, everything was most acceptable thank you.

Went there with 9 family members for tea. Good choice of food , really quaint room and excellent, friendly staff. Nothing was too much trouble. Would highly recommend and will definitely be going there again.

We have been in here a few times for coffee and loved it so much, we decided to try a lunch there - we were not disappointed.Served quickly by friendly and pleasant staff, and not that long to wait for the drinks and food.I had the cheese and onion chutney toastie and my husband had the cheese and chorizo toastie. They were both served with salad and a little tub of crisps.The whole decor of the place is so pretty and old fashioned, and the Christmas Tree beautiful. Lovely food and good value for money - we will be returning again!

Very cosy with a seating area both downstairs and upstairs, always a warm welcome and great service, not much on the menu for breakfast but great choice for lunch or snack, if you like tea and coffee there are many varieties available which you can ask to have, great place to go

We visited on the 4 Nov. We found this little place by accident while wondering around Ipswich. What can I say, the food was very nice and promptly served, service was excellent and the final high point was the building and decor. I would highly recommend visiting here for lunch.

We really enjoyed our lunch at this little tea room and it certainly lives up to its excellent reviews on TripAdvisor. With a great selection of food on offer from vegan to vegetarian to traditional meat dishes, there’s something for everyone. Portions are generous and priced well. Whether you’re after tea and cake, a sandwich or something more substantial, I’d recommend a visit.

I love the food at Pickwicks, especially the coronation chicken, for which I would very much like the recipe! They do a beautiful chai latte and my favourite cake they have on offer is the chocolate orange and apricot cake. The service is always good too, friendly staff and even if it takes a little while it's only when they're busy which is understandable. I would honestly say this is the best place to get a nice lunch in Ipswich

Visited here with my husband for lunch. Have been here before but not for many years. Wonderful service. Had mint tea and coffee. cheese and broccoli bake and cake. Chocolate fudge cake and Victoria Sandwich. Our meal was lovely and the service was excellent. From reading the items on menu it looks like a wide variety of food to choose from. Its a little old fashioned independent coffee shop and cosy with it. So much nicer than the large chains of coffee shops. Cost was reasonable and portions generous. Service excellent.

Have visited Pickwick's many times over the years and never had a bad experience. Historic building. Pretty, detailed decor. Great food, cake and drinks. Friendly staff. Reasonable prices. Can't say enough!

There’s been a recent price hike to £7.60 for a 226g bag of coffee beans. That’s too much and has resulted in me finding an alternative locally roasted beans at £4.95.

Visited Pickwicks this morning with my husband. Not had coffee here for a long time. We were looking forward to our visit....however!!.....on stepping inside & approaching the counter there was no one in sight, only two customers enjoying their elevenses. As we stood at the counter there was lots of lively chatter coming from the kitchen area next to the counter. No bell etc in sight. My husband knocked loudly on the door frame of the kitchen. Loud chatter continued. Still no sign of anyone appearing!!! We felt we shouldn’t have to call out for some service so after waiting for 5 minutes or so....we left!!!!! Disappointing & poor customer service!!

Hier een overheerlijke Spanish Coffee en Latte gedronken in onvervalste engelse sfeer. Lovely, just lovely. Heel vriendelijke en behulpzame bediening. Moet je even wat gaan drinken of lunchen

Went in for a coffee with my wife and what a pleasure it was. Friendly service, very clean, enjoyed it very much. Service like it was years ago.Tea was served in a tea pot with real tea leaves! Will return.

My partner and I have started using Pickwicks more than ever now when shopping in Ipswich because consistently it provides great service and top quality food in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere.

We called here for a coffee and a bite to eat at lunch time. They had a great choice of cold and toasted sandwiches, backed potatoes and specials of the day. Not only is there a great choice of different coffees and teas, but they also sell the beans and loose tea.

We were wandering around Ipswich town centre recently and decided to pop in to the quaint looking Pickwick's Coffee and Tea House for a quick cuppa. The atmosphere here is quite cosy and service was friendly and polite. We just had a couple of small cups of coffee. The coffee macchiato was probably the smallest that we've had in a long time - just an espresso with a minimal amount of foamy milk on top. But I guess that it how a genuine coffee macchiato should be prepared...

We drop in when in town and only require a light bite and a drink. The range of different drinks is one of the reasons we choice the place as I like unusual teas.

We like coming in here for a special treat. Not an everyday visit due to the expense, but it is friendly, cosy and warm. We bought a tea set from here too once.

The aroma is enticing, the shop has atmosphere and the coffe reasonably priced and of excellent quality, will note it as a venue for future visits to the Town

Having researched the area before visiting Ipswich , I was keen to locate and visit this wonderful Tea and Coffee house. I was very impressed by the excellent range of Teas and Coffees to take away and loved the interior décor. The staff were very friendly and swiftly attended to all their customers.

We have been passed this restaurant many times but never eaten there.

I'm beginning to love this area. My family on my step grandmas side came from Ipswich. I love cheese scones. So it was tea for two and scones. Staff are friendly and welcoming and knowledgeable.

This is where we often stop and bring a friend. Simple old fashioned atmosphere. Lots of bits linked to tea and coffee to buy. Just up from the Ancient House. Can get busy but they have an upstairs.

One of the last remaining independent shops in Ipswich. If you love proper tea and coffee it’s a must visit place

As it was a cold day we decided to visit Pickwicks as we have enjoyed their food before and like to support small cafes. I had the macaroni cheese and 'selection of crusty breads '. There were 3 pieces of the same piece of not so crusty bread which was fine but not as per description. The macaroni cheese was tasty but perhaps could do with some seasoning and a tad more macaroni- delightfully warming and cheesy though! My husband had toastie and salad which he enjoyed but no knife and fork for his salad, and no offer of sugar for his coffee. Staff were friendly enough and service was ok. We will be back but look forward to things being back usual standard.

After seeing a film at Empire I was in the mood for a quick cuppa and perhaps a snack so as I passed decided to try Pickwick's. On entering I immediately was taken with the cosy atmosphere. There was a small table free so seated myself. Service was quick and I ordered my pot of tea, earl grey, and decided on just toast; granary bread and butter. Again service was quick and everything was good, perhaps I would have preferred one more butter pat. Although I was pleased I have only given a three rating as I wasn't wowed, and I was disappointed in the scarcity of vegetarian/vegan choice.

Idyllic location, hidden in the town centre.. I would recommend this little gem to you all

What a find!! I am a massive coffee lover and never knew Pickwicks existed until now! I wish I had found it earlier.. Amazing coffee, a breath of fresh air from the chains and you can definitely tell it’s freshly ground coffee.. all the staff are knowledgeable and are more than happy to answer any questions. I’ve been here a few times now I know it’s here, I’ve found it varies in business but I’m always served with a smile and am made to feel welcome even if I’m on my own and I’ve now tried their cakes and scones which are all AMAZING! Read a review that said the scone wasn’t cheesy.. I don’t think they could have been at Pickwicks because mine was lovely. Not a bad word to say about this place and I’m known to be picky! Keep up the good work Ladies!

A visit for a cheese scone and diet coke. This took 10 mins to appear. Customers coming in were ignored. The scone tasted of nothing; certainly not cheese.

I love this little teashop based in a quaint building between the two main thoroughfares in the Town centre. We often pop in on a Saturday morning for a toasted tea-cake and a freshly brewed pot of tea or coffee where we are served by their friendly young staff.There is a nice selection of cakes and light lunches to choose from and a fabulous range of Coffee beans / loose leaf tea which can be purchased to take home. It's nice that the Town still has a few of these little independent eateries where you can enjoy table service and a little peace and quiet!

So where do I start. After reviewing the website I was really looking forward to our visit .

Whether your preference is for tea, or coffee, the range of choice from a quality selection is a real treat, well served to accompany a food menu of equal quality. Took home a tin of the Pickwick selection.

How nice to have proper waiting service when you want to take the weight off during a shopping trip.

Always have our coffee on arrival in Ipswich here. This is followed by lunch after our shopping!! Excellent service and food. Situation is ideal for shopping and buses.

2 jacket potatoes with cheese and a cheese sandwich with drinks. Delivered to out table in good time and of excellent quality. Staff also very helpful.

Visited with my Family whilst on a pre-Christmas adventure into shopping land. So glad we called in here. The venue is like Doctor Who's TARDIS. The ground floor has an amazing feel with well used tables and chairs dotted around a huge selection of speciality Teas and Coffees and other related items. The upstairs has less tables but just as much charm but less foot traffic. The staff were great and willing to deviate from the small menu and specials board to cater for individual tastes or dietary requirements. The whole experience was calm quiet and felt like a proper break from the madness of Christmas shopping. We both had a hot drink and toastie with salad and the bill was just over £15.00

We visited today, friendly helpful staff and lovely hot food, relaxed surroundings. A treat to find a lovely, independent tea room in the town centre.

This has quickly become my favourite cafe in town!

Decided to pop in for quick lunch whilst on business visit to Ipswich. Found this little independent venue perfectly located in town centre & lucky enough to have a table free. Stilton Ploughman’s was decent and well served. Large selection of teas and coffees. Very good and friendly service.

The choice of teas and coffees is excellent, it is a quiet place not like the bigger chain coffee places

Popped in for some lunch as I was mooching around Town on my own. So pleased I did! I had a lovely Cheese & Ham Toastie with a side Salad. Simple but really tasty & very reasonably priced. The girls were great bringing everything I needed. Highly reccomend!

This is the third review in 4 months to comment on the poor service. I really hope the manager considers this carefully and doesn't respond defensively again. I called in Thursday early afternoon for a quick coffee and piece of cake before catching my bus. There was only one other table occupied. At the entrance two women were standing and talking (quite loudly). They moved out of the way to let me in, and carried on talking. I sat at a table in the alcove for several minutes but no-one came. I went looking for staff in the kitchen. The women at the door parted and one came over to me and said that she worked there and took my order. Once I had finished and had to leave to catch my bus, there was no-one around. I found someone in the kitchen washing up. I said that I had left the money on their counter. This place needs to realise that sometimes customer's do have a limited time and in any case should not be left while they continue having private conversations with their friends. It probably didn't seem a long time to them but it is if you are sitting at a table waiting. The customer should be their first priority.

visited this little gem on saturday for the first time, i have severe allergies so was hopeful that i would be able to eat.

Me and the wife nipped in to this cafe for the very first time even though we have lived in Ipswich all our lives having read some reviews thought that we would give it a go we just nipped in for a drink just, me and wife ordered a vanilla milkshake and a raspberry milkshake and a scoop of ice cream this is and was the worst milkshake me and the wife have ever had it was just like drinking hot milk these had no taste of the vanilla or the raspberry and there were no ice cream in these if there was it must of been a ice cream which is hot if it had it would of been cold I challenged the owner and she was adamant it had we paid and told her wouldn't be coming back here again I cannot comment on the food as we only had a drink but going by this I will not be visiting this coffee tea shop ever again.

Popped in for a bit of lunch with my husband during our lunch break. The waitress came over to take our order, there was no smile, no hello, no pleasantries at all. We ordered a pot of tea, a scone for me and a sandwich for him. The tea was brought to us quickly, but one of the cups wasn't very clean. I was going to ask for another but as we didn't see anyone for a little while, I wiped it out with the one napkin we had between given the 2 of us. The same grumpy lady then came back to tell me they had no scones. She didn't ask if I wanted anything else, just simply to told me they had none. So I asked if I could have a toasted tea cake instead, to which she just kind of wandered back towards the kitchen without much of a reply. My husband then got his sandwich, which to be fair he said was very nice and it came well presented. I was also actually spoken to (by a different, friendly lady) and told my tea cake would be there soon. I went to put butter on it but noticed only one half was slightly toasted around the edges, the other half not at all, and it was barely warm (the butter didn't melt). I was going to ask for it to be toasted, but no-one came back to see if everything was ok (or even came back into the customer area at all). I nibbled at the edge that was actually toasted while we continued to wait and wait but still no one came from out of the back (the upstairs was closed and there are only about 5 tables downstairs so I have no idea what was consuming so much of their time). 45 minutes after we walked in the door, now worrying about getting back to work in time, finally the grumpy lady emerged and we said to her that the tea cake sat on my plate was cold and not toasted (which is only made worse by the fact it took 25 minutes to come out!). Rather than offer to put it right, she just began to argue with me that it had been toasted. As the whole visit had taken so long, we wouldn't even have had time to wait for her to put it right anyway (not that she even offered) as we needed to get back to work. This has to be the worst cafe i have ever been to (not just in Ipswich). It's a shame as it doesn't seem to be the food that's the problem, but the service (as I'm sure if properly toasted the tea cake would have been fine). For two people to go to a cafe for something as simple as a cup of tea and one food item each, and to leave without having had anything in a whole lunch hour is just silly. I am sure the person that served us cannot be the the owner (or at least I would hope not), as no-one would seemingly deliberately behave like this to a customer. In fact, I wouldn't be surprised if the person had handed in their notice, so therefore didn't care what happened to the business. In case the owner is interested (unless it was them that served me!), the waitress was a middle aged lady with dyed dark hair.

We stopped here for lunch and had the roast on a deal £9.95 with pudding and drink

My favorite full English breakfast . I live in Spain and return back to my home town regularly and my trip is not complete with out my full English breakfast at Pickwicks.

Brilliant personal service, excellent food, very reasonable price, great atmosphere, good clean toilet, so much better than the chain type coffee houses surrounding it.

Great place for a cheese scone and coffee when in the Town centre shopping. Lovely friendly staff. Will come again.

Looked pleasant enough on the outside, but staff much to busy chatting in kitchen to take notice of customers. They didn't understand menu because 'she' had done it. Toasted sandwich was nice but nearly £7 for a tin of Heinz macoroni cheese? We won't be caught twice.

Lovely people. Great coffee and food. I would gladly recommend this place to anyone looking for a break from Starbucks or Costa and wanting something a bit more local and personal.

Pop in here on Saturdays before ITFC home games. Good food very friendly staff. Excellent hot chocolate and coffee

Very enjoyable visit. Good to find somewhere that is not a chain. Choice of teas very good. Cheese scone was lovely. Prices reasonable. Will visit if in area again.

The food & service is good here. You can also find your lunch is the restaurant. I will much recommand their tea for taste. Very very fresh.

Wonderful coffee - I loved the new Spanish coffee with honey and cinnamon - and fantastic service and advice on where to visit in Suffolk. A total pleasure! Thank you!

Our first visit to Pickwicks did not disappoint. Allegedly, once the office of Thomas Wolsey's secretary, this is an intimate spot for lunch. The menu is varied, the owners are very welcoming and the prices very reasonable. My wife and I both concluded that it made an excellent change from our usual haunts and we will be back!

Stopped here a few times when in the town shopping. It's a lovely place and the owner is a lovely person to talk to. The building is really interesting and the food & drink is excellent

Quite by accident, we popped in to Pickwicks mid afternoon. Quaint oldy-worldy tea/coffee shop with a very frendly welcome and amazing owners!

Remembrance Sunday morning in stowmarket, and hungry for breakfast at about 10am. We happened upon the Pickwick. Clearly the first customers of the day, we had a warm welcome. Our drinks arrived swiftly, followed by excellent breakfasts, nicely served, perfectly cooked and very enjoyable. No grease on the plates and the fried eggs had beautifully runny golden yolks. The hot chocolatier the I had was delicious. Prices were very reasonable too. Highly recommended.

Called in for a light lunch and found the service and food to be lovely. The waitress was very helpful and knew the items on the menu well. The only reason I don't like reviewing wonderful places is my fear of not being able to get a table when I next visit - this tea room deserves it though

Pickwicks specialises in teas and coffees, and a wide variety are available to buy. We went in for a light lunch. The smoked haddock risotto was tasty, but the portion a bit small. The baked potato with coronation chicken was enjoyable. The tea was real old fashioned tea leaves with a tea strainer. Very nice.

We called here for afternoon tea and cakes and were not disappointed.

Love this place. I have been a customer for years. They have evolved with the times but still retain that old fashioned feel. Food is always great, service friendly and tea fresh and hot. Easy to walk by with other 'jazzier' coffee shops around, do yourself a favour, give yourself a treat; stop here. You will not regret it.

Woke up on Sunday morning really fancying a good old fried breakfast! My partner was in agreement (thankfully) after visiting another local café only to be told they were closed, bizarre given that it was at a decent time and there were plenty of people about, we retreated to Asda to buy the ingredients for a slap up breakfast to make at home. We walked past the Pickwicks van parked up and decided to take a quick look.. So glad we did!

Called in for coffee and a light snack after the lunchtime rush. The restaurant was welcoming and we were greeted pleasantly and told where more tables could be found (upstairs).

We went in for a coffee yesterday having shopped in Ipswich - my husband went in to check that we would be able to get in with my wheelchair and it was no problem at all! We only had a drink, but the menu sounded lovely! The staff were so friendly and we will definitely be back!! Surprised we've never spotted it before, but really glad we have now.

Since moving to Suffolk, I am thrilled to have found this little gem of a place. Whenever in Ipswich I always pop in for coffee, tea or lunch. It's like a step back in time, because of the age of the building.( approx 500 years). The staff are always friendly and helpful.

Lovely little coffee and tea house that also sells cooked meals, snacks, cakes etc.

We stopped here with friends and found that this was a little gem in the town! Defiantly better than the major chains and worth a stop

It is a little like stepping back in time when visiting Pickwicks in Ipswich. The building dates from the 15th Century and is thought to have originally been the home of Thomas Wolseys sevcretary.

Going into Pickwick's feels a bit like stepping back into history, it's a traditional place with friendly waiter service and a good place to go for a tea or coffee with a cake. They also do small meals, so ideal for lunch too. Well worth a visit if you are in the centre of Ipswich.

Went with a friend for lunch our first vist and love it plenty choice and service very good, will be going back

A pleasure to have a coffee in a quaint and very English tearoom. No hussle and bustle, friendly efficient staff. Very historical too.

We wil always remember this place as an impromptu stop with friends to have a cuppa before the car trip back to London. Loved the service and location in the old town.

I never knew this place existed but was a great gem. I ordered macaroni cheese which was delicious and tasted fresh. Happy with the service, price and environment. Had a very relaxed lunch and will be returning.

Tea leaves in a lovely tea pot, coffees if you want, we had a sandwiches and a cup of tea fairly priced as well,we felt as if we were back in time! just got to find me trilby hat up, next visit! staff very polite building was old and full of character we sat and went through our Christmas list didnt feel pressurised by staff to hurry up and finish, thanks for that! We are going to visit again this Saturday hope they still do tea cakes the other customers said they were lovely! good luck to all hope it lasts for ever!

Such a pleasure to find a real tea shop! Great atmosphere and plenty of history attached. Well worth a visit. The sandwiches were yummy too.

This was the first re-visit to Pickwick's in a very long time. It was busy with all the downstairs seating and outside courtyard area full so we had to go upstairs. Was slightly odd as we were the only ones up there so no real atmosphere as such but it was quiet so we could have a good chat/catch-up. Service was prompt and staff polite. My cream tea with the warm fruit scone, jam and clotted cream was lovely and the loose leaf tea really good, nice and strong. My friends had sandwiches but they did both comment that they were slightly disappointed as they were fairly basic looking with no little extras on the side apart from a smidgen of greenery. A few crisps or little side of coleslaw/salad garnish would have given a real boost.

A lovely old building with loads of atmosphere. The staff are always friendly and welcoming. I often call there for a cup of tea and toasted Teacake when in town. There are two floors for customers, so do not be put off if it looks full when you enter, there is twice as much space on the upper floor. The service is always quick and your selection delivered to your table with a smile. The facilities are always spotless and well stocked, I've never had any cause to complain about any aspect here. Thoroughly recommended.

We visited today at lunchtime, attracted by the notice advertising the special "Aberdeen Angus beef lasagne with salad and French bread" for £6.60. The lasagne was excellent and we had a pot of tea with it. Highly recommended.

pickwick's staff take a lot of pride in their service and are very polite. the place was spotless when we went in and the atmosphere was calm which suited us as we had our 6 month old in tow.

Been here a few times over the last month alone and with friends. Always a pleasure, very relaxing atmosphere, unintrusive service (no asking if your food is okay as you have a mouth full of food, hate that!) and friendly staff. Easily loose myself in a good book for an hour or two here with a couple of pots of tea . The food is always very nice, I have tried a couple of the salads, both were very fresh and yummy. A friend informs me the Risotto is divine! The cakes are always varied and very nice. I'm a tea drinker and the large range must be unique for Ipswich, was recommended one by the waitress to take home and is very very good. Definitely much better and traditional than the soulless chains seen everywhere !

My friends and I visited ipswich yesterday and discovered this gem. I love coffee and to find somewhere I can sample before I buy something new is wonderful. They also ground the beans to suit my machine....oh the smells of freshly ground coffee. My friends had sandwiches which looked lovely and I had cake. Gorgeous! It is such a lovely building with so much history. I will go back soon. Especially as they sell lovely tea, teapots and coffee pots. I have my eye on a few for presents. Oh...staff were lovely. It was busy so there was a wait but then if you want fast food go to McDonald's!

This coffee house is nothing special, it looks very traditional from the outside, once inside , the upstairs smells of damp and the menu is average - I ordered a "specialty" hot chocolate and paid extra - and it was a very average hot chocolate with cheap canned cream and cheap marshmallows on top, it was also not even hot, but luke warm. My husband ordered a Cafe creme and this was in an expresso size cup and was almost cold - very disappointing .

We regularly pop into Pickwicks for coffee/tea and cake. All cakes look and taste like real cakes - traditionally made and beautifully presented. We regularly sit outside in the sun, and the nice thing about this restaurant is that the waitresses wait on you and are not disturbing you every 10 minutes to ask if the food is to your liking, especially when you are tucking into it. The staff are always very helpful, and very knowledgeable about the vast choice of teas and coffees available - the staff always have a sense of humour - sadly missing in chain restaurants. This is the only place for miles around which sells loose tea and coffee to take home.