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We were driving through the area and stopped for some food. In spite of the fact it was early lunchtime, we ordered the afternoon tea, which included a sandwich of your choice and cake or scone plus of course the drink. The sandwiches were delicious and the whole thing was laid out so nicely. The cost was £14.75 each, good for the amount we had. We ate outside as the sun was shining but inside is also dog friendly. We were served very quickly in spite of them being busy. Highly recommend.
magwii . 2024-10-06
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Seating outside, inside and upstairs. We sat upstairs, which has several sofas. Can still get very busy. Great coffee and cakes. I had a jacket potato with prawns which was nice, but a bit dry.
James P . 2024-08-04
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Lovely cafe, perfect spot for a drink when you need to cool down! Dog friendly and a great selection of snacks and seats both in and outdoors.
Eve . 2024-08-03
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Lovely dog friendly cafe. We stopped here for lunch. It was delicious. Just what we were looking for. Traditional menu without a fuss. And the Victoria sponge was perfect to finish off. Staff were great!
Lost_In_Dubai . 2024-07-31
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This popular cafe is situated in the middle of Ripley village, and, on a damp Monday, I met some friends here for lunch. At just after 12, it was already quite crowded and noisy, but we managed to find a table upstairs. Had to go down again to order, but a very good range of food is available. I had a three cheese and onion marmalade toasted ciabatta, which came with salad and some crisps. It was hot and enjoyable. My friends had sandwiches, which were really bursting with filling. I enjoyed my black coffee, but...as others have said, the coffee mugs are awful, they are worn, stained and look grubby - new china mugs are desperately needed. This is a very old building, and, on a wet day, the upstairs was very dark and gloomy. The treads of the stairs are quite narrow, so unsuitable for anyone with mobility problems. I know that many people love it here, but not quite my 'cup of tea' - a large dog almost blocking the way to our table didn't help! Sitting outside on a fine day would probably be much quieter and more pleasant.
Jean F . 2024-07-16
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Quite disappointed as in the past this has been a lovely spot to meet up for a family breakfast, followed by a nice walk on Ripley Green. Haven't been in a while and had been looking forward to it. The coffee mugs, as mentioned in other people's reviews are really tired looking now. Mine had frayed bits of plastic on the top of the mug and the saucer it was on was so faded - not great. The staff really were not very helpful or friendly while we were ordering and the customer service was quite lacking. As we left there were 3 of them chatting to each other behind the coffee bar so I said "Goodbye and Thank you" -not one of them looked up and they just continued chatting to each other. I shan't be rushing back!
283natashac . 2024-06-15
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Beautiful building and a great choice of food and range of coffees. Also dog friendly which is what swung it for us. Upstairs is very cosy with a choice of comfy sofas or tables and chairs. Sadly, the service is lacking, not in efficiency but customer interaction. The staff were not friendly at all, did not make us feel welcome and we felt almost ignored. There were none of the normal little checks to see if everything was OK, did we need anything. When I asked for sauce it was delivered but there was an air of it being an inconvenience. I'm so glad I declined to pay the service charge, which is requested at the time of ordering and paying. This I feel is very cheeky since at that point there has been no service given! Would definitely return for the food and drink but staff need some customer service training.
nickietewkesbury . 2024-03-19
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Met a friend here for coffee and lunch. Great food, excellent coffee and atmosphere - comfy sofas upstairs where you can relax and not feel rushed. Limited space for small children, which suited us as we were looking for time out!
lornaj674 . 2024-03-17
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Our first visit. Coffee excellent, scone excellent. The rustic interior and hard wood seats were simply not for us. The two young staff were very efficient but didn’t interact with customers. One of the things to enjoy in a coffee shop is seeing staff with a ready smile, not necessarily talkative, but at least looking happy to see and to serve you. We will not be returning.
Peter H . 2024-03-13
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This is my hands down my favourite cafe, run by lovely people in a gorgeous building. I’ve been coming here for over ten years and the coffee and cakes are hands down the best in the area, you just cannot go wrong. Being such a fab spot it does get busy but the cosy relaxed layout of furniture upstairs means there’s always room to squeeze in, and the staff manage the busier times with grace and a sense of humour! It’s very dog friendly which is so refreshing - the closest thing you can get to a cosy living room with the added bonus of being inside what must be a listed building, worth a visit in and of itself. I love taking friends to Pinnocks or just having some time to relax in the library upstairs with a book, but I’ve always felt welcome regardless of how busy it can get and I can’t recommend it enough!
Ind D . 2024-02-19
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Excellent morning coffee and breakfast stop. Set in a listed building keeping most of its original features makes it quirky we had good coffees and breakfast porridge and pancakes. Would definitely come back.
MikeFo . 2024-01-26
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We stop here, for lunch, four or five times a year when we travel from Peterborough to Southsea It is a very popular place and is usually very busy over lunchtime. There is always a nice atmosphere and the service and quality of both food and drink is always very good When we stopped on 4 January we had the soup plus a smoked salmon baguette and coffee. Everything was excellent
johnboyPeterborough . 2024-01-07
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Had a really bad experience at this place I got there just after they opened and the water boiler was not on yet and had to wait 15 minutes before I could order this could have been the boiler playing up so I can let them off. They have a huge selection of coffee beans so I was looking forward to trying one the one I picked said it had a caramel taste, this coffee came in a plastic cup and tasted awful. I only paid £3.30 for this coffee and I was surprised as the price when I payed as I would expect to pay more when you are being offered different types of coffee. I ordered one of there home made sausage rolls if my coffee didn’t taste like puddle water i would have finished it by the time my roll came as it took 25 minutes to come out, the sausage roll was not that great had a soggy pastry on the bottom and I left half off it it cost around £4. Every one around me seemed to enjoy the cakes but it was 9am and I didn’t not fancy that but I guess I made a mistake. Not worth a visit I could have just been on a bad day as the reviews seem rate this place and that was the reason I visited. Just to clarify I come for a long line of Italian coffee drinkers :) so please believe me when I say the coffee sucked and the plastic cup it came in does not help, the plastic cup probably has 100 other different coffees soaked into.
Coffee T . 2023-12-14
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Called in after a walk at RHS Wisley. We both had hot home made sausage rolls (made that morning) with small leaf salad. Choice of strength of coffee beans for cappachino and my husband had a hot chocolate. Lovely comfy sofas upstairs, felt snug and warm after very cold walk. Lovely to have food and drinks brought to the table rather than queuing at Wisley and less choice there too.
jjandg . 2023-12-06
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I met a friend here for a coffee, and I struggled to enjoy the coffee! It is served in tall plastic cups, and I think this detracts from the enjoyment. Otherwise, it's a very popular venue in historic Ripley, Surrey. There is plenty of seating, with lots of cosy sofas upstairs and benches outside for walkers and cyclists.
surreylady50 . 2023-11-11
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Have always finished off our Ripley walks at Pinnocks . Today Coffees were luke warm, weak and served in awful black plastic mugs. Wondering if Pinnocks have changed hands?
sampsont2016 . 2023-10-10
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Good food reasonably priced. Pinnocks club sandwich is the best if you’re really hungry. Recommend to eat there.
Mark H . 2023-09-20
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My first time at Pinnock’s Coffee House, I popped in for a late lunch after visiting Dunsborough Park. I ordered a vegan club sandwich, which was a generous portion, delicious veggies and hummus presented in an attractive style plus some potato crisps. I had a lovely healthy smoothie too, with mango, lime, coconut, mint and apple .. extremely refreshing. My friends had a chicken salad and a sandwich. The interior is clean, tidy and has a charming rustic feel. I did visit the loo, spotlessly clean. Staff were polite. I will definitely come here again. Very impressed.
Deborah C . 2023-06-26
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Another good visit with polite service and a free top up for the tea pot! Great cakes. Just a shame the garden was shut. A lovely spot after a short walk round the Ripley loop.
bossyteacher . 2023-05-14
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Actually headed for Nest but no room so wandered into Pinnock’s and fell in love (I do like cake). Friendly greeting and great atmosphere both downstairs and upstairs where I lounged on cushions and tucked into yummy feta/avocado/tom and pinenuts on sourdough. As good as it gets. My local village isn’t short of cafés but nothing in this league.
petematth445 . 2023-04-26
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Great coffee shop - sandwiches for clients - absolutely delicious thank you - coffee and cake selection good - I will be back
travelistaAmy12 . 2023-03-23
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I met my sister for a much needed catch up. We had coffees, pancakes and then tea too (we stayed hours!). It was chilly and draughty when I arrived (they'd just opened and it's a very old building) but the welcome was warm and made up for it! However, the thing that made me give 5 stars was that coffee was spilt upstairs and dripped through the floorboards onto my sister's light grey coat. The manager, without missing a beat, told us to take it over the road to the dry cleaner and they'd pick up the bill. Went back when I collected the coat and had coffee and cake - delicious! Now looking forward to meeting my parents there and another long catch up with my sister in the next 2 weeks.
Tourist640204 . 2023-02-18
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Always a joy to visit this cafe; good manners always greeted by good manners in return. Gorgeous carrot cake and hot chocolate after a cold walk.
Karenagreenway . 2023-02-11
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A group of us went upstairs for a meal, but there were so many dogs - 2 near us were being aggressive to each other. What would be a lovely cafe is ruined by animals around when you are trying to have a relaxing drink and meal. Can't understand why people can't leave their dogs at home for a short while? If upstairs was made a dog-free zone, we would return.
michaelhR473MX . 2023-02-05
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Very disappointing experience today. We had been looking forward to checking Pinnock’s out since we moved to the area, but it was always shut when we tried. Finally went today, and despite no sign on the door saying they are not dog friendly, the girl waited til we were half way through our order to say downstairs is actually a DOG FREE AREA. Strange as there was a dog bowl on the floor by the door!!! She said we had to go upstairs with our dog, we were made to feel very unwelcome so we changed our order to take away. Then we were told to wait outside for it in the snow and cold. I’m pregnant and didn’t hugely appreciate that. Smoothie was nice but the Coffee was terrible couldn’t finish it, sausage roll had no flavour so we gave it to our unwelcome dog as we sat on the wet cold tables outside. We went to Nest down the road! Much better coffee, flavoursome sausage roll, friendly staff and a treat for our dog!!! Completely opposite experience! GO TO NEST!
NormallyHappyGirl . 2022-12-17
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Visited Pinnock’s yesterday for first time and what a delight. Apart from beautiful 15th century beamed building, the coffee was fantastic with choice of 7 blends of coffee from mild to full strength. Wow, a real caffeine hit. Chocolate cake was great too, AND I bought a slice of quiche to take away. So unusual to find quiche WITHOUT onion nowadays. Loved it, and will definitely return very soon.
delightedexplorer . 2022-11-29
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I like to have my drink at the same time as my food but at Pinnocks they simply cannot be bothered to accommodate. This is of course for their benefit and convenience as the drink station is seperate and there is no communication between the two. Understand this is how it works but if they have one customer coming through spending their hard earned money here and they request that they would like their drink with the food not half an hour before the food then at the very least you could try to accommodate and they did not. Infact my tea arrived straight away and the food much later I said again that I wanted it at the same time or at least close and was told that they could not take it back as it was already made ....I actually did make a fuss and they begrudgingly took it back which made me feel extremely uncomfortable . I am probably unusual but isnt it about the customer and their needs...this restaurant is not cheap lovely food but serving staff are not trained properly and at times rude especially when under pressure and busy that is not good enough and Pinnocks needs to remember that without customers they are nothing. They rely on the fact that people just accept substandard service and prefer to say nothing . Its a shame nice place but zero customer service.
Angeweener . 2022-11-25
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Lovely place, especially the upstairs. Unfortunately, dogs around while you're trying to eat and drink in peace. Hopefully owners change policy on this.
bobjX6558WL . 2022-10-30
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Happened to be there on the bonefire day: extra busy, garden tables with wet chairs and no cutlery; ordered grilled sandwich without vegetables and arrived not grilled with salad and inside onions; pumpkin soup extra watery without spoon; both cakes were extra dry … all extra expensive. Gave two stars because it is not the young staff fault if they are not trained and overwhelmed without a supervisor on sight at a very busy time.
Discover51580073771 . 2022-10-29
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Very busy, atmosphere downstairs was okay, will try upstairs next time. food was good but I was put off by the sausage rolls and other items on the top of the display cabinet not being covered and open to the elements.
Wiggys123 . 2022-09-18
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We like strong coffee and Pinnocks offer a brilliant choice of coffee strength from 1 to 7, we chose No.7 and it was perfect. This was accompanied by some delicious cake (would highly recommend the lime and pistachio) so a very enjoyable refreshment stop. Lovely...
Janr23611 . 2022-08-22
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We had lunch here after a 5 mile AllTrails walk around Papercourt Lake. Pinnock's is a really interesting (and old) building with really lovely staff serving superb food. My chicken, avocado and bacon baguette was one of the best ever - delightfully crispy on the...
GeoffreyR300 . 2022-08-19
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We have been traveling from Peterborough to Southsea four or five times a year for the last 10 years and we always stop at Pinnock's for lunch We visited again last week and it was as good as ever Great choice of tasty and imaginative...
johnboyPeterborough . 2022-07-24
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Popped by with a friend. The service and staff were amazing. We had the quiche and salad with tea. The cakes were yummy we had Jaffa cake and a brownie. Great atmosphere.
Callmemadam X . 2022-03-13
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We had a wonderful lunch in the excellent little restaurant last week. The sandwiches, soup and sausage roll were all home cooked and delicious. The service was impeccable and all the staff we encountered were very friendly and helpful.
PeterWR28 . 2022-03-09
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Wonderful cafe with fantastic character, food, coffee and service! Can’t fault it, such a refreshing change to the normal chains, you have to experience it, especially the snug area upstairs
Mqwertyuiop . 2022-03-03
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Delighted to have found this quirky cafe with a pub feel but all the greatness of a cafe. Warm, friendly and a great menu. The food was tasty, generous portions and not overpriced. Coffee was good too and many drinks and food options. Will definitely...
ferit_12 . 2022-01-09
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We went. Here for lunch after a long walk. The service was fast, the food was delicious, the cafe is quaint, snug and buzzes with atmosphere. The cakes and scones looked delicious and we will be back for tea in the future.
Glenda H . 2021-10-18
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Visited on Saturday after a history society led walk around Ripley which included information about this centuries old building. Friendly staff, delicious cake ( we both had courgette, pistachio & elderflower cake) and my tea was served in a retty patterned old bone china tea...
jjandg . 2021-09-19
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We drove from London to visit Ripley and thought we would try Pinnock's as we'd heard great things about it. Sadly disappointed by the lack of welcome - we were standing at the counter looking at all the cakes for a good few minutes. We...
ClareSW19 . 2021-09-02
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I went to this place after reading the reviews. We ordered coffee , hot chocolate and cakes. The coffee was cold and the cakes were very bad. I was very disappointed
hd_ltd1 . 2021-08-28
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The food was really tasty, coffee was great. Service was the only reason I didn’t give 5 stars. It might be that the lady serving us was shy / reserved, but she came across somewhat rude. Definitely recommend the pancakes!
Sk1986ull . 2021-08-13
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Had a lovely early morning breakfast on the last day of our holiday. Little expensive but beautifully presented and very tasty.
retiredtravelbonus . 2021-07-09
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£8.25 for a sausage roll with salad. No check and trace and no ventilation. Nice decor and good service.
eaterned . 2021-06-22
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Lovely food and very friendly and helpful staff. We were made to feel very welcomed, which was lovely as it was our first time visiting. Lovely air conditioning too, which was great as it was a very hot day! Would recommend 100%.
mozboz1803 . 2021-06-04
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Great spot for breakfast in the sun - the outside garden space at the back was perfect to get away from the main street. Good portions of sourdough with avocado and bacon to fill us up for a morning of walking. Lovely staff and would...
iopo . 2021-05-29
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Great coffee shop. Perfect stop during a cycle ride. Lots of different coffees available, and we also enjoyed a lovely chai latte, yummy sausage roll and delicious fruit scones complete with clotted cream and jam. The array of cakes was also very tempting, some interesting...
Laura D . 2021-04-16
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This is such a lovely cosy space, even during the pandemic care was taken to ensure everyone was safe. Looking forward to when we can sit in the lovely space upstairs with dog, sandwich & tea!!
147erikaf . 2021-02-26
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Pinnocks offers a really cosy and friendly environment for a delicious lunch, brunch or a cuppa and cake. Even in these trying times the service is cosseting, still a great menu (even though “COVID reduced”) and the newly revamped interior is the best type of...
Lisa B . 2020-12-08
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Selection of delicious freshly made coffee varieties. Ask to sit in the atmospheric beamed upstairs lounge with comfortable leather sofas to relax in.
A B . 2020-10-30
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Great cafe - we had generous sandwiches and tasty coffee. Huge selection of homemade cakes too, it was difficult to choose! Friendly service, and felt covid-safe.
ER2468 . 2020-10-10
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Visited Pinnocks today for an early lunch snack. I ordered a sausage roll (warmed) and kind of expected the usual too crumbly or the usual too heavy. This was perfect! Lovely pastry with a glaze and sunflower seeds, bit of tasty rocket on the side...
Penny P . 2020-09-24
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Just fancied a coffee and cake on our walk home. Always have to queue as this is a popular venue in the village ... we made our choices, put our order in and sat outside in the September sunshine to wait for our refreshments! Delicious!...
Sally R . 2020-09-13
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Visited last Saturday morning for Brunch and it was fantastic. Very well organised with Covid Safety regulations and a warm welcome my the staff. There was a great choice of food and a wide choice of coffee, it was all so delicious. We sat upstairs...
Trip639120 . 2020-09-06
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This is one of my favourite places in the world. Delicious tea, coffee, cakes and savouries. Can never choose, but whatever I order is always delightful. Proper bone china crockery. Friendly staff who cannot do enough for you and give the warmest of welcomes. Just...
Mrs-Kitch . 2020-09-01
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In these current times when it’s still not easy for everyone to be out and about, we decided to get a takeaway. We all chose from a fabulous selection of filled baguettes, and a slice each of delicious homemade quiche. Followed by yummy scones with...
Curious727855 . 2020-08-12
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Stopped here for a quick lunch. The place was surprisingly full for a weekday lunchtime, but there was one or two tables free. The interior is rustic and the building seems to be very old with ancient wooden beams in the ceiling. The quiche was...
GlobetrottingViking . 2020-02-27
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Very busy, good atmosphere, only disadvantage was that upstairs seating was difficult to find due to sofa Area being taken over by spread out guests with dogs .. not sure if sofas could be arranged slightly differently to accommodate other guests
Journey802371 . 2020-02-16
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They serve an excellent cup of tea Friendly, quiet and peaceful. They gave me complimentary biscuits when I visited. Nice to sit and watch the world go by
Mrg9999 . 2019-11-22
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This is the perfect place for a spot of breakfast/lunch. Gorgeous interior, friendly staff and very nice food.
danichard . 2019-11-17
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Went for a quick brunch . Excellent ploughman’s (top tip , if you don’t have a huge appetite one portion between two ample ) with lovely cheese, pickle ,pickled onions and artisan bread. Quiche also excellent served with a lovely green salad and excellent dressing. Dogs are more than welcome so big bonus point their.
Robtt . 2019-10-27
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Great coffee, cakes look nice, but didn't try them. Went in for breakfast and had avocado and tomato on sour dough, the bread wasn't toasted or buttered , very dry with chewy crusty. The tomatoes where just cheap sliced salad tomatoes. Hard to eat and tasteless.Decor is cool, but won't chance eating there again. Maybe just coffee and a cake.
MBlanche . 2019-10-27
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Amazing ambience, cakes looked good but ordered homemade quiche and salad for lunch. Sent it back as quiche wasn’t actually warm and cold in places. When it returned it was literally room temperature....felt awkward to send back again so just left not sure if would go back
Adriana S . 2019-10-09
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A wonderfully welcoming cafe that serves delicious home made traybakes and cakes. I am sure their savoury selection is equally as tasty but I have yet to try them. The friends I was visiting took me here. They told me about the delicious hot chocolate they arrived including their favourite banoffee. So it was a very pleasant surprise to find out that they also serve drip coffee, which is my preferred way, it also comes in a choice of strengths.I was so pleased that I automatically ordered a coffee, only then did I notice the tea menu which had a very impressive list of loose leaf teas, which included one of my favourites China Rose.. I just had to have a pot of it after I had finished my coffee. The smoothie menu looked really good too.
JKent44 . 2019-09-21
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Always great coffee and cakes, but having twice had the BLAT for breakfast and lunch recently, I'm hooked - Bacon, Lettuce, Avocado and Tomato in a toasted granary sandwich - just works!
Herbie-Green . 2019-09-13
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First time at Pinnocks and will defo go back again. Lovely selection of sweet and savoury foods. Great gluten free range of cakes (which was why we went) and very accommodating regards other foods and removing gluten. We sat upstairs in the ‘living room’ which had lots of character with little areas all with comfy sofas and armchairs. It was very relaxing, we could of stayed all day. The building is very old with low ceilings and wonky floors which adds to the charm and quaintness. Small outside area and a seating area downstairs. Staff were friendly and knowledgeable.
Kerry G . 2019-08-31
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Pinnock’s came recommended to me by a friend, and my partner and I went on one occasion and had an ok experience, although noticed huge cobwebs, and wondered whether the place ever got cleaned. Then today we took my parents and our 4 day old baby for our first venture out with our new child and the grandparents, as a bit of a treat for lunch. I ordered a jacket potato with cheese and beans, a fairly simple dish! When it arrived, I poured the grated cheese over the potato, and thought the cheese looked a little suspect. On closer inspection I noticed green/white mould on a couple of pieces of the cheese. I returned my plate to the young lad at the till and pointed it out to him. He apologised, and said they would re-do it for me. The supervisor then came over and told me that she had checked the whole batch of the cheese and that it was all fine, and asked if there was actually any mould on the cheese. She basically insisted that there was nothing wrong with it and I felt as though she was suggesting that I was lying. Now as someone who ran fresh food counters for many years in a large UK supermarket chain, and also carried out internal food safety audits across the region with the highest level of food safety training, I can assure you that I know what mouldy cheese is! The supervisor offered to re-make my meal and offered mozzarella or feta cheese. I asked for the mozzarella. When the 2nd meal was brought out to me, the cheese looked like it was from the same batch, so I checked it over once again. There was more mould! Having lost my patience, I took the plate to the kitchen area to show the supervisor what mould looked like! Green mould. She apologised again. How can any reputable eatery serve mouldy cheese twice!? She told me that she would take it off the bill. By this point, the whole of my family had finished their meals and were ready to leave. So I left without having eaten! I eat out a lot as I’m often away from home with work, and never in my life have I left somewhere without eating!!
Nathan L . 2019-08-29
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Great little cafe, all the food is freshly made and extremely appetising. There’s loads of choice on the menu and they serve breakfast items until 3 during the week. I had the Brie Ploughman’s and my daughter has the toasted banana bread, both of which were great. We sat downstairs as there was a table just as we went in (although it was busy) but upstairs is really quirky and cosy. If there was one thing I’d improve it would be the cleanliness of the toilet and provide an air freshener as the toilet is close to the cafe.
maxinem2013 . 2019-08-16
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Quaint, friendly, good cakes, but very limited parking and no espresso. So if you love a mocha or a cappuccino you may be disappointed. Now after 10 days in the UK, I ask: why is it so hard to find a properly steamed and frothed latte in this country? Everything so far has been reminiscent of my in-laws’ milky coffee with liquid milk poured over coffee. Maybe Melbourne coffee scene/art hasn’t reached the UK? Could be that’s how people like it here, or maybe they don’t know any better. Come to Australia for good coffee ;-)
453martinn . 2019-08-12
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If you like coffee this is THE place in Ripley - they serve fresh-ground drip coffee (no espresso machines in sight) from a variety of blends, take away or drink in, and the coffee always arrives hot but closer to drinking temp than an 'Americano' style (espresso based) coffee. Cakes are varied and good&fresh;, with the vegan brownies and Russell's Mum's Fruit Cake sought-after (and fast-selling). Meals are also great, there's a selection of tea and hot chocolate, all served in a quaint venu (old cottage-style building, low ceilinged) by friendly staff. Sometimes very busy - popular for lunches and with the cycling crowd, packed during the Ripley Farmer's Market - but well worth a special trip if you're a coffee and cake fan :-)
61JamesD . 2019-08-10
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This is my absolutely favourite coffee house in Surrey. I only wish it was on my doorstep! I meet here at least three times a year with my girlfriend as it’s conveniently situated between our homes. Have recommended it to several of my friends and they have all enjoyed it. I prefer to go upstairs to the shabby chic comfortable armchairs and sofas. The food and coffee is fantastic and it’s a great price. Definitely a great experience!
helenbH543IB . 2019-08-07
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A wonderful place either for a coffee and cake or for a meal! The building has character and the staff are great! The prices are a little high but the quality is so good! Highly recommend for anyone travelling through or nearby!
W9416LYbeckyh . 2019-07-28
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set in the beautiful village of Ripley this wonderfully quirky little coffee shop is the perfect place to grab a coffee and cake and chat with a loved one or friends or family.
Taste4danger . 2019-07-27
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My boyfriend and I came here for lunch , we heard via Surrey life magazine that is the best place in Ripley for coffee and lunch.
lucinda242015 . 2019-07-21
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This place was recommended to me by a friend when we were discussing where we could meet for coffee and a catch up - I needed somewhere that i could bring my little dog with me too. I've since visited twice, and on both occasions the building has been packed and buzzing. Last time we shared a table with another couple who were lunching there, as there were no other free tables. The food is good, with generous portions and a varied menu to choose from. With parking available either just outside or in the nearby village car park, I'll definitely return again.
EileenT63 . 2019-06-23
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Pinnocks is a quirky experience. It's full of nondescript furniture that is well worn but so comfortable.Upstairs you can lounge in saggy sofas and downstairs enjoy the throng. Excellent selection of coffees,light snacks and meals.Soak up the English eccentricity.
Roland N . 2019-06-05
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Lovely service and food/drink offer good but premises a little bit grubby Upstairs area really unique
kathykirby39 . 2019-05-28
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Really good value, tasty lunch, fast service and great menu. Highly recommend the sandwiches (comes with salad, slaw and crisps)!
elliso29 . 2019-05-19
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I live in Ripley and over the years have not used Pinnocks as each time I go back in there the service is terrible and the wait for awful food even worse.
Issy A . 2019-04-21
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I had booked afternoon tea with one person having allergies. The table was set as we arrived and very friendly staff to welcome us.
My_AGS . 2019-04-18
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We went for the first time based on Get Surrey’s Top Ten Tearooms
Adam H . 2019-03-31
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I am now a regular although I do not live close by. The coffee is superb - try no. 6 - and the food is consistently excellent. For breakfast try the toasted banana bread with greek yogurt, honey nuts and seeds.
never2late . 2019-03-13
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Lovely selection of freshly prepared food. Plenty of drinks to choose from. Staff very friendly and the service was very good. Cakes are amazing. Will be recommending to family and friends. Very reasonable prices.
Maria B . 2019-03-13
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As opposed to a previous review in Guildford KALM cafe, this place is genuine and always good. Welcoming, great coffee and not overpriced or do you feel exploited by silly prices. Fair, honest and genuine service on every occasion I have been. Truly in business for all the right reasons,
Seaside711956 . 2019-03-10
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Always a great atmosphere and warm welcome. Always plenty of friendly and efficient staff and not once have I ever been kept waiting more than a few minutes for my order to arrive. Regularly visiting for over 2 years as I live in the local area and we see ourselves as very lucky to have Pinnocks so close to us.
patrickdS5425CL . 2019-02-24
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I like it because it’s a bit different. Its in a nice old house with a quaint upstairs area, the kids love it. We found the coffee tasted really odd but the breakfasts were good. Had avocado and bacon on toast. The pancakes looked good as well. It’s a quality place.
. 2019-02-09
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Been visiting Pinnocks for a number of years now. Never disappoints. Reasonable prices and very good coffee. Sitting in the upstairs is a must. A coffeehouse like no other!! 5**
. 2019-01-28
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Went here for a late breakfast. Don’t expect a fry up. Full English not on the menu. However, they do have a wonderful selection which does not disappoint. The bacon and sausage baguettes are wonderful and would go down well at any time of day. Baguettes were lovely and fresh. Our table also had the cereal and banana bread which was delicious. Hot chocolate was lovely and service pretty good. Would go back again if in the area
. 2019-01-17
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Having enjoyed this wonderful establishment for several years a brainwave struck. How about using their afterhours services to host a very special big birthday bash? We did and the outcome exceeded all our expectations.
. 2019-01-10
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Very busy at times but thats because its good. Great coffee, great service in a very pretty village. Whats not to like?
FellowTraveler28696 . 2018-12-10
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Great place to pop in for light lunch or tea and take your worn out pooch with you. Service can be a little grumpy and ill mannered but the cakes are brilliant.
LadyofSurrey1 . 2018-12-05
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Although we only live a few miles away, this was our first visit to Pinnock's Coffee House. What a refreshing place it is. Very pleasant staff, great coffee, unctuous chocolate cake. Lovely cosy feeling. We sat downstairs with the large wooden tables.
clareroscoe . 2018-11-16
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Fabulous bacon, fabulous sausages, fabulous toast, fabulous coffee and tea. Could do with a bit of elbow grease but easy to overlook as the food was BRILLIANT. Thanks Pinnocks
Sarah936 . 2018-11-10
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Simply delightful. Great food and coffee. Venture upstairs and you won’t be disappointed. A charming and home away from home type atmosphere. Worth the visit for several reasons.
Keith C . 2018-11-08
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We called in to Pinnock's following a visit to Clandon House. It was a cold Saturday morning and by the time we arrived it was lunch time. Pinnock's do some fantastic sandwiches with plenty of variations. What they also do as well as great coffee, is fantastic cakes! We had a very enjoyable lunch, thawed out and left feeling relaxed and able to survive until dinner time! Highly recommended!
nero2005 . 2018-11-07
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Been here dozens of times over the last few years since moving to the area, and its always great.
globalarun . 2018-11-04
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I met someone here on business and sat upstairs and it was delightful in every way. Wonderful service, lovely coffee, delicious salads for lunch and no rush. Definitely a place to visit again.
Mark M . 2018-10-30
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Lovely Breakfast and Cakes. The place is always busy but the staff are friendly and the food is high quality.
emilyd527 . 2018-10-25
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We try and come here most weekends for a coffee and hot chocolate. This is a great spot in winter especially. Lunch is very reasonably priced with a good selection.
lyde5000 . 2018-10-15
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First visit to this delightful coffee shop. We had come to Ripley before and visited another establishment just a little way up the road which I have to say did not offer anywhere near such as good such good food or good value for money as this place . The sandwiches had generous And tasty feelings. Each was served with a salad garnish and crisps. The bread was also very moorish not your regular “supermarket” bread. Coffee was also very nice and they seem to have an outstanding array. The cakes look lovely too but we decided against it as we were so full from the sandwiches. I would highly recommend this place.
Travellingmouse123 . 2018-10-12
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Thank you so much I made a mistake with the order and forgot to order two bread rolls, I phone them and they added another bread roll. Food was great and a big portion👍
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Spontaneous date night. Popped in, on the off chance as we were staying in the hotel next door. They managed to squeeze us in (I would suggest making a booking as it was so busy) and I’m so grateful they did! Food was first class, I highly recommend the scallops. Great service, with a smile, from our lovely waitress (Ellie). The place was really busy and it had a great atmosphere. We will definitely be visiting again.