Roast's Cafe in West Dunbartonshire

Enjoyed a nice breakfast in the lovely setting of the garden centre restaurant. The young servers are very attentive and provide excellent service. My husband had the Scottish breakfast which was huge and well presented. His sausage was a little tough, but everything else was very good. I had a croissant which I found a little bit dry. Coffee was excellent. It's a lovely garden centre to wonder around too.

Stopped here with friends for breakfast, full breakfast with coffe, orange juice and toast for 8.95. Well worth a visit.

WE have been here twice this week while on holiday in this area Once for cake and tea/coffee and a light bite and tea We had Cheese cake and Chocolate fudge cake first time Then today had Toasted Mozzeralla & Bacon and Tuna open sanwhices wih portion of chips Such good vaule for money portions are fantastic and staff are so friendly We tried the place up the road House Of Darroch and they are VERY EXPENSIVE for the same sort of products and less value for money as well !!! We would highly anyone looking for a nice value for money go to this place you will be going back for sure

Good selection of soups, main courses and cakes. Fairly busy, and basic tables and chairs. Service was quite slow.

What is it about portions and cafes & restaurants? How do you feel about this? Are you the type, who will automatically judge a place solely on the amount of food on the plate. I.e, that steak has to be the size of a small cow, or that piece of cake, needs to be something that could qualify as a Munro, with the corresponding documentary on the top 10 of cake Munros inside Scotland's cafes. I tend to be a “wait and see” type of person, as recent forays into cake shops & cafes (particularly the Buttterscotch Cafe in Glasgow's West End), have led me to see that, at times, something smaller than normal can still have quite a punch - both in taste and calories! This leads me to the Loch Lomond Homes & Garden Centre, along the road leading out of Balloch, easterly, which I have frequented several times the last year. The portions of their sweets and cakes are the size of Everest. The corresponding pots of tea, could fill nearby Loch Lomond. And for a cheap & cheerful (and huge) High Tea, you really must experience it. Try if your dare. Recommended.

We were on our way to Loch Lomond and after a very long drive stopped in the hope of a cuppa However this place is very nice with pleasant staff In a nice setting within a garden centre We had Jacket potato, cheese toasty ,2 excellent cappuccinos total cost 14.45 Excellent value Looking round the room it was obvious lots of couple and families find this place just great Well done to all of the staff Smiling and welcoming

Disappointing menu selection, and a long wait for food . The cafe was clean, and not overly busy which made the delay more surprising. The food quality was varied with the burger stack good, but the pasta dish very stodgy.

We come here regularly for coffee or a light lunch, the scones are always fresh and delicious and the service equally good. The outdoor seating area overlooks fields and lots of trees and plants. Garden Centre is also very good with knowledgeable staff and a great range of plants.

I had lunch at Roast’s with my partner and her mum and children. The prices were very reasonable, and portion sizes generous. Myself and my partner had chicken enchiladas. The enchiladas were stuffed full of chicken, chillies and creamy sauce. They were served with chips and salad. Delicious. My partner’s mum had soup and a toastie, and thoroughly enjoyed both. The kids had mince and tatties, and chicken in batter. Both very very happy with their choices. Would thoroughly recommend.

A nice place to spend a bit of time either buying or just looking..Large car park...Play area at rear for kids..Pleasant staff

We had a lovely snack here and it was superb value for money. I had coffee and a large piece of carrot cake. My husband had the club sandwich which was huge and came with a lovely side salad. At just over £10 It was great value and really tasty.

Service very poor, no interaction with staff, no consideration for people with disabilities as still been made to carry trays with hot coffees and soups and also been shouted at from till area to bottom seating area to collect own food, would not recommend.

we popped in on our way home from holiday. We both had lovely home made lentil soup - thick and tasty! this was followed by fruit slices .. full of fruit and crispy pastry - again home made and delicious. There was a varied menu and decent prices

Popped into this garden centre which is close to where I live and have frequented it a few times in the past.Fancied a snack lunch and was rewarded with an excellent choice especially if you want a toastie,sandwich,baked potato, etc but other main type of meals available.It was around one o'clock and there were 20+ people already in so a bit of a buzz about the place.Had the tuna/mayo toast with and very good cup of coffee and have no complaints. Their senior citizen deal between 12-4 looks extremely good value so perhaps have this another day.

We just popped in to get take away coffee but the staff were so friendly and the coffee amongst the best we’ve had on our current road trip... definitely worth the stop.

Popped in after a day at the sea life centre. Got two of tge Cajon burger, and chips. Very nice food, and setting.

We are quite local so are not new to this establishment. We often go in for a modest snack lunch but last Saturday we spied afternoon tea for two on the menu price £12 this turned out to be a bargain, substantial sandwiches petite cream scones, strawberry tarts and meringues.

Not the largest of garden centres, but by no means the smallest, for the keen horticulturist it's worth a visit when in the area, it has ample parking, knowledgeable staff, clean toilets, household finishings, cafe/restaurant.

We went for lunch on Sunday. There's a wide choice plus specials board. The staff are very good. As food is cooked to order our lunch took about 35 minutes but was worth waiting for. We'd go again.

Paramos aquí después de 7 horas en coche de Londres. Los niños tenían las ofertas especiales y tuvimos la sopa de lentejas. Si puede ser un restaurante mediaran por la calidad de la sopa y asado café debería estar orgulloso.

Esta es la tercera vez de comer aquí, la comida es insuperable, y es recién preparado y luego.

Este es un gran lugar para visitar cuando salgas de Balloch, ya que está en la carretera principal a Stirling.

Advertised on menu All day Menu,we went to order at 11.55 and we're informed we just made it as breakfast finishes at noon, when given a cup for tea I noticed the cup was dirty and had debris on it I was informed it was from the dishwasher, the blonde waitress was rude and lacked customer skills,I returned for coffee and was given a dirty milk jug ,not really impressed by the service staff nor the fact the staff were aware the dishwasher was not properly cleaning crockery and they were still happy to use it,considering g the time of day and it was very quiet surely someone would have been able to check the machine

Desde mi última revisión he vuelto 4 veces y el servicio ha sido fantástica. Personal amable, servicial y muy amable.

La comida era estupenda, el merengue para morirse!

Good value for money afternoon tea for 2 for £12 , sandwiches were okay cakes were tasty. Good place for a catchup

Looking for some things for the garden at Loch Lomond Homes and Garden Centre, near Balloch, We both decided to...

Paramos para café y bollos. El restaurante estaba muy lleno, pero servían rápidamente con café caliente y bollos sabrosos. Un poco lejos de Balloch, parece. Buena selección de comida disponible.

Situated on the a811 just outside balloch wheelchair access lots of lovely gift ideas good selection of plants and garden furniture

We have had lunch here a few times during the summer and can't fault anything about the place. Foods delicious, good sized portions, staff are friendly, very reasonable prices and great views out of the big windows. Like Arnie, we'll be back.

called into ROAST'S CAFE for lunch today and what a pleasant surprise.Choice of two soups,three main meals and large scones with tea for two seniors special for a fantastic value of £12-50.Excellent staff, very friendly and the place was spotless. I will certainly be back .Highly recommend.

Called in for a snack on route and enjoyed amazing tray bakes and scones. Great selection and great taste. The scones were magnificent as was the Malteser traybake Open spacious tearoom with lovely views to the hills. Very pleasant staff and good service.

good food fresh good menu good selection 10/10 fair price good service nice place clean service with a smile

After stopping at Balloch for a look around we decided to move on to here for a nice lunch of mince & tatties (£6.75 ea.) and a large pot of tea for 2 (£3.70). The cafe is through the garden centre, gift shop and wooden furniture display and is light and airy, but I felt that some of the staff could look a bit happier in their job. The gift shop stocked some interesting items which were not overpriced, (as in the tourist traps).

This cafe inside the Garden Centre has a wonderful selection of home baked cakes and goodies.The staff are friendly and helpful

Enjoyed a coffee and meringue, and found both excellent - There is agreat selection of meals and snacks, so you will always find something to suit your taste. The Garden Centre is well stocked, and has a good range of gifts and wooden furniture, so well worth a visit when you are in the area.

All day breakfast here is amazing! You have to try it! Local produce too. I don't care for square sausage but I love the ones they serve here - and the black pudding too! I also brought my daughter here and had afternoon tea recently. I wasn't too impressed by that - but that's a personal preference because I don't like tiny cream cakes that are gone in a bite. But still very fresh as is all the food served xx

My husband and I frequently have light snacks or coffees here. The soup (a choice of two) is always piping hot and it's in a good sized bowl, any snacks and meals have consistently been good, there's a wonderful selection of delicious cakes, the afternoon tea for two is excellent value, and my husband finds the all-day breakfast most satisfying. Roast's Cafe is self-service and, as normal in this set-up, at really busy times there can be a delay at the counter. It's worth the wait!

We ate lunch here last Wednesday. What terrific value special menu for the older customers. We had the lentil soup with buttered roll, also other soup or prawn cocktail. Three of us had the macaroni cheese with chips and one chose the mince. followed by lovely home made scones jam and butter. This with tea and coffee for £6.50 !We will certainly return again. Service was also excellent.

Been a few times and thoroughly enjoyed it. Meringues the size of your head and all made fresh. My only 'gripe' is that the lattes can vary in size depending what glass cups are available and aren't too hot - but still very good coffee nonetheless. Makes a great wee stop off if you are out and about and fancy a snack. I haven't tried the meals so can't comment other than to say that looking at what other people have ordered they do look delicious and fresh. And the scenery is amazing too xx

First impression was of a genuine welcome from the reception staff. We then enjoyed excellent soup, lentil and minestrone. Next up was the very tasty gingerbread and coffee cake washed down with good tasting coffee. The only reason I haven't given this place a '5' is because it feels a wee bit like a canteen. It has a pleasant outlook over fields but the space needs some warmer coloured decoration and some better attempt to split up the space and make it feel more comfortable. Maybe the addition of some 'ceiling dressing' would help. It is still very worthwhile making a visit and enjoying some good quality food at a reasonable price so can certainly recommend the food and the friendly reception.

I have been to Roasts cafe a couple of times before and had some good food and service, Went today to be told on arrival the card machine was broken so they could not take any other payment method apart from cash. Come on guys you can get an iPhone app that can process card payments now surely some backup system should be in place. In this day and age what a way to lose business.

Food is very good and well pricedIt is a nicelittle cafe not much atmosphere.Food is very good and the staff are very attentive.the normal wait for your meal is 5-10 minutes.

I visited Roast's Cafe a few weeks ago and was very surprised at just how nice it was. As soon as we walked through the door we was greeted with a smile, again in the cafe and once more in the plant area. I think I knew majority of the staff's name's by the end of the visit - which is a big plus!We ordered an Afternoon tea for two (On the recommendation from a friend), and it was to die for. Absolutely beautiful. The same could be said for that view. After tea we took a walk around the plant area and we spoke to Donna, who really knows her stuff, and gave us answers to every question we had! We're not quite the green thumb... yet!Two gents served us at the front till, Derek and Dominic? Had us laughing our way home! Definitely be back again soon.

visited the garden today sunday afternoon 28th June it was mid afternoon the café at this time was not very busy so decided to have a coffee.The staff were most unhelpful My wife asked for juice was given a can but no glass she asked for butter but instead of handing some to her the assistant threw some into the container it should have been in in the first place .This was the most unfriendly unhelpful assistant I have met in a long time.

Visited Roast's Cafe today at 1pm. A favourite place for afternoon tea and pensioners lunch for my parents. But today was appalling!No one serving, had to wait 10minutes before some one came out of kitchen.my aunts main meal was put on table whilst she was still eating soup, waitress even moved soup bowl to make room for plate.Afternoon tea sandwiches were poor quality. Cheap bread and packet cooked ham. Bread halved not quartered - looked unappetising.We gave up waiting for tea which was to be served with main meal.Really disappointed as we visit frequently.

Lovely cafe, very friendly and helpful staff, fantastic food, and very reasonably priced. Highly recommend a visit.

Great food, great prices, beautiful surroundings. I was very pleasantly surprised by this place, will definitely be back very soon for more!

This cafe is a wolf in sheeps clothing. The menu looks like nothing out of the ordinary but the standard of food and the portions that you get are brilliant. The staff are really helpful and the tables are kept spotlessly clean. In the refrigerated counter there are endless amount of homemade cakes and meringues the size you would not believe, they are massive and taste absolutely fantastic.

Took my mum and son for a wee visit on a Wednesday morning. Great service, everyone has a smile and a hello. Afternoon tea for two £10 for sandwiches, and three mini cakes each, bargain! Love!

I had afternoon tea here with my friend to celebrate her birthday. What a treat- delicious sandwiches, made to order, scones, meringues, strawberry tarts and a pot of tea each - all for £10. Staff are delightful- friendly and efficient. Not to be missed!

We have eaten here quite a few times and have always enjoyed the food thoroughly. A big bowl of soup with bread and butter is a must! The soups are always very tasty. If you can manage a main course be prepared for a large portion of great quality food. If you have a sweet tooth a variety of great sweets are available (also big portions). The staff are very friendly and nice and all the food is made fresh for you. You can't beat that! We travel from Kirkcaldy just to eat here, that's an hour and a half journey time.

Stopped for a quick walk around having driven for a few hours and I have to say I was pleasantly surprised. The staff are so friendly - a real pleasure... Originally I did not plan to eat here but oh my, when I walked through to where the 'cafe' is situated, I couldn't resist! Everything in the Restaurant is home made (apart from the bread). The cakes I have to warn you are absolutely super !Wash room facilities are very good.

An excellent meal and friendly service. Good value and extremely delicious home-made cole slaw. Fab place to eat and buy home and garden stuff.

I just have to have my afternoon tea for 2 .. My sister lives in Renton and it's a must have on the way there and on my way home ;) this is a fabulous little place to eat , the food is outstanding !!! , the home baking is to die for ! , full cooked breakfast ..including tea or coffee and toast all for £9 *** fabulous value for money , I have to say " I was amazed , I have been to several garden centre restaurant all over Scotland and England and always expect a pricy experience for the delight of sitting in these lovely places , but this one has to be the best value ever !! Well done , just wish I lived closer I certainly would become another of your dedicated customers .

have visited this cafe/garden centre a few times over the years. first visit since it became Roast cafe. No cheese scones is always a bad moment, and it was early morning saturday so could somebody make a batch for the day please? It's a cafe that somewhat lacks atmosphere and cosiness but I am unsure why? you have a great view to gaze as you drink/eat but the whole place is very subdued. Biggest issue for me is the scraping of the iron chairs over the tiled floor every time someone moves from a table. Staff were just ok but not much engaged with customers. Best point -the border tart was absolutely delicious, thank you chef, and the rest of the baking looked just as good. nice to get home baking so that would be a positive reason to return.

We visit the cafe at least two times a month and have never once been disappointed with our meals. The staff are very friendly, welcoming, smartly dressed and really helpful. The food is always very tasty but special mention has to go to the Lentil Soup, which is totally out of this world, or as we now call it amazeballs. I have seen us drive out there just for a plate of the soup. Caters for all age groups and one day I am going to try the enormous meringue with the cream and strawberries as it looks well yummy. Only thing I have noticed is that a lot of elderly people visit the cafe and struggle taking trays of hot drinks etc over to their tables. Can I suggest that if staff can take hot food over to a table why not help those who are elderly or unstable to their table with the tray.

Stopped for a bite of lunch as the cafe had been recommended by friends.What a delight indeed! Fast, friendly service, delicious food, beautiful setting looking out on to the hills. I will most definitely be back many times! First class.

We pass many garden centres to get to Loch Lomond garden centre as we find This is great value and many delights. The staff are all very helpful and will alwaysHelp with all questions and queries with a smile. The food in roasts is fantastic homeCooked and fresh. From a breakfast to dinner you can always get what you requireIt's never any bother to the staff to assist people to their tables just ask and you willGet first class service. Please give it a try as you will return again and again.

Disappointed that at the age of 83 i was obliged to carry hot drinks to table despite the fact that food was being delivered by staff. I wonder what would have happened if i had spilled coffee on customers

Always a pleasurable experience with 1st class service & fantastic freshly cooked food would highly recommend to family & friends

Had a very enjoyable lunch, and an interesting look around the well stocked Garden Centre and gift shop - worth a stop when you are passing.

My husband and I regularly visit this garden centre cafe for lunch (or you can have breakfast/brunch and an excellent afternoon tea too).The food is excellent quality,home cooked , and very reasonably priced. The menu is very varied with something for everyone including a range of hot cooked food served with a range of accompaniments and there are great menu deals tailored to the needs of a variety of different types of customers e.g. older people. There are also bagels , sandwiches , baked potatoes ,pasta and crepes all with a great range of both hot and cold fillings. You can opt for salad with everything or chips if you prefer. Our niece who is vegan and very hard to cater for was delighted to find a number of things she could have to eat. The icing on the cake here are the cakes !!! Made on the premises and utterly delicious. You can even take them home. And if lemon meringue pie is your choice , I can testify that there is no finer being served anywhere I have tried anywhere in Britain . In my opinion and as a long time hospitals employee I would have to disagree with the opinion of other reviewer that the food in this cafe no way resembles any hospital canteen I've ever eaten in ! This is 5 star garden centre quality served by a brilliant family team and their staff who can't do enough to ensure the customer's every need is catered for. The word is out now on this hidden gem with hardly a table to spare yesterday. It's very popular locally and if in the area I would definitely recommend this place for the best and most reasonably priced food you will find.

We visit Roast's Café fairly regularly thanks to the quality of the food offered and the friendly welcome you ALWAYS get from the staff. You can tell food is cooked to order and you can taste the difference. Generous portions. Excellent value for money. Definitely worth a visit if in the area.

Came here on a busy day for hot lunch with family. On positive side, staff were helpful and the manageress was out helping streamline and organise everything. Cakes looked lovely. There is a play room for toddlers out the back which is reasonably well maintained, though several of the toys' batteries had run out and so on. The cooked food is filling and reasonably cheap, but not that great - a little bit like slightly upmarket hospital canteen food - chips with everything and so on. Macaroni cheese, that kind of idea. Tasty but stodgy.Generally the place looks a wee bit tired (the garden centre in general and the café), and as others have commented could be better heated. We needed to keep our jackets on.I don't think it's possible to book in advance - certainly we were told we couldn't when we phoned. So I would probably come here for a coffee and cakes, for a filling hangover breakfast, or for cheap filling lunch if driving past. But not really for a special family lunch out

Had a great Mothers Day lunch with the family. This place is a real Gem. Great food very good value and the staff are the friendliest and most helpful I've ever come across. Well worth a visit if in the Loch Lomond Area.

Attended with wife for a small lunch and thought we would try the tea for 2. At £10.00 wasn't expecting much, however not the case. Two servings of sandwiches (wife Cheese n Pickle and I Tuna) well made in white or brown bread with scones, merangues and strwaberry cake served with pot of tea or large cup of coffee were offered. Really excellent quality food at great prices and service was excellent. Only gripe is in winter it can be chilly as it is in the Garden Centre with high roof and lots of glass looking out to the surrounding country side.

We often visit here for a coffee and sometimes a meal. Food is fresh and home baking is to die for. Senior specials and afternoon tea are great value. Lovely outlook and super friendly staff. Well worth a visit.

Popped in here by chance one Sunday. Despite being near closing time, the restaurant manager went out of his way to ensure we got a carvery meal. Great food, plenty of it, and a super price. The restaurant itself is light and relaxing with a view out over fields of grazing cattle. Would definitely go out of our way to eat here again whenever we are in the area.

I swear I do not have any connection with this establishment - I just love it, and admire what the staff there are doing and the standards they set & keep.The cafe is located in the Loch Lomond Home & Gardens centre on the Stirling road heading out of Balloch. Nestling in a fold of the Lomond Hills, with a splendid view through panoramic windows of steeply banking fields with grazing sheep & cattle, it is the best-kept secret in the area although more people are beginning to discover it daily.In good weather you can also dine al fresco on the terrace.The Centre is family-owned and family run, although not by the same families. Thomas, the General Manager, has a high-level background as food & beverage manager at some of the best 5* hotels in Scotland and England, and he brings an impressive attention to detail to this local gem.I am old enough to take advantage of their current Seniors specials, and today I enjoyed wonderful lentil soup with a home-baked roll, a stunning & beautifully-flavoured plate of mince & tatties made with beef sourced from the best butcher in the area, and tea with home-made scone and jam to finish. At £6.25( yes, £6.25!!!!) it is just about the best value meal I have ever had, anywhere. But even the same meal at full price is not a lot more expensive than that. Lorna, the wife of Thomas, is the award-winning baker of the seductive array of cakes, pastries & scones on offer, and his daughter Emma is the chef who produces an excellent selection of meals & sandwiches.I cannot recommend Roasts highly enough either for lunch or breakfast, or just a quick fresh coffee with for ends. Go. Just go there. It is an absolute treasure of a place, & you won't be disappointed.

We popped into Loch Lomond Home and Garden Centre by pure chance on our way out of Loch Lomond having been to Loch Lomond shores. I so wish we had popped in here first because the Service was warm, welcoming and friendly. We had afternoon tea for 2 which at £10 was great value for money, I would highly recommend it. The cafe is so spacious with an outside seating area and also a child's play area though this wasn't of interest to us, I just noticed the sign for it. The gentleman who served us was a breath of fresh air. Thank you!