Rosey Lea in East Hertfordshire

Picked Rosey Lea because it has kerb appeal and there was a pretty terrace to enjoy the last of the summer. Had a simple lunch of baked potato and a glass of wine which came to £17.45. The spud was OK and came with a decent amount of salad. However, for that money I want a big, fluffy and really hot potato where the cheese is happily melting in to the mix. The one I had was warmish and smallish. Service was friendly but on the slow side.

Mum abd l go here a lot. Staff are always pleasant. The place is always spotless. Nice location. If the weather is nice, you can sit outside. Today, we were served by Peter and a lady (I forgot to ask her name), but both have served us before, and like all the staff, they were great. Highly recommend this place. David and mum Janet

Absolutely lovely and much needed !! Fabulous staff (especially Rebecca) and delicious food and drink as always :) Can’t wait to be back soon !!

Very disappointing afternoon. Waited 1.5 hours for a toasted sandwich and some chips. Friend had a cream tea and was finished long before I got my meal. Checked I cd substitute chips for coleslaw and salad only for it to be insisted that I pay for both at the end despite abysmal service. Should have been more like another table and complained bitterly about my meal. We will not be returning despite being frequently in BS. A shame because the staff were lovely.

A lovely spot with wonderful gluten free items! All the sandwiches etc can be made gluten free and there is always a cake availiable too. A must visit if you're in Bishops Stortford.

Plus Have been there 3 times over last year for afternoon tea. Nice warm scones. Very good service. Nice decor and building . Reasonably priced. Negative Accessed on foot after using paid car parks nearby. Closing time on weekdays has reverted to 4 pm from 5pm.

We went here on Saturday afternoon (21st Oct). It was quite busy but we were seated quickly. Unfortunately we then waited ages for someone to take our order. We understood it was busy so it did not bother us particularly, but the final straw was when the same waitress that seated us took the orders of two other tables who had arrived after us, and still did not take our order. We decided to leave and go elsewhere.

I don’t know what has happened to this place, the service is terrible now! I keep coming back hoping it would have improved but again was disappointed today. Sitting on the terrace we waited and waited for someone to take our order, eventually a young man took our order for drinks only after informing us that the kitchen was very busy ( Well yes it was lunchtime!) 15 mins later we are still waiting for drinks when he comes to take our food order, 10 minutes later still waiting ask again, then the food arrives still no drinks. The problem apparently was that the ticket had not been sent to the kitchen via I-pad, how long have they been using this system? Give up on it and use a pen and pad !!The last few times I have been here the same problems. The waiter had seen us waiting several times and not thought to check with the kitchen ? The staff are all very friendly but completely gormless the place wasn’t even busy! I think you had better send all the staff including the kitchen to Wickham hall for training!! You’ve had enough chances, won’t be going back!

We had a lovely lunch here for my daughter's birthday during a hot day in June, and very much enjoyed our meal. There was plenty of choice on the menu for both food and drink, and it was delightful to sit out on the terrace. The cafe is also well situated in the middle of Stortford, so easy to get to from the main high street. The staff are particularly nice, and nothing was too much effort for them when we asked for a highchair. Thank you Rosey Lea. We will be back.

A little gem of a place, dripping in old world charm. High quality meals, attractively presented and reasonably priced. First class service provided by team of effervescent, enthusiastic, efficient and charming young ladies. Full Englsh to die for! Don't miss Rosey's if you're in Stortford!

We went to Rosey Lea for lunch on Saturday. The service was excellent and food was delicious. We all had sandwiches, drinks and took home a lovely slice of cake. We definitely recommend and we will be visiting again.

This was one of many visits to Rosey Leas. Normally come with friends but today treated my son to afternoon tea. The decor is bright and fresh. I love that you get a wide choice of sandwiches. My son really enjoyed his milkshake. The food is always fresh and tasty and the scones warm and fluffy. Staff are very friendly and accomodating. Even though we do not live near this is my go to place for afternoon tea. Highly recommended.

Myself and my wife had cray fish sandwich with salad. It was fresh with an excellent taste with a side salad which was more like a main also very fresh and full of flavour. The service was excellent too friendly but professional at all times. Recommend this place as the decor is calming and sits in a lovely place tucked away in Market Square.

This is our second time to this establishment and we were not disappointed, as regular chai tea drinkers you won't get a better refreshing tea. Cakes and food to die for , and today was breakfast , beautiful ingredients and friendly staff . The prices are reasonable in today's world , can I just say well done to both waitresses who dealt professionally with that lady over her cappuccino, she wasn't a cappuccino expert as she made out , but believe me she tested both our patients, so we'll done to you both , and we'll done to all the staff , good service all round , I'll be back definitely for my chai

Taking my friend out for the first time after being very poorly. I entered the cafe no queue was there and four tables were empty. We sat at a table for 2. The waitress came up and said next time we came in could we wait at the door, where there wasn’t a member of staff, she was quite aggressive in her manner and I explained my friend is very poorly and I wanted to sit her down as soon as possible. She talked over me and repeated what she had just said. I have been a customer for many years and didn’t like her attitude at all!!! If you are changing your policy maybe you should make customers aware. I was extremely upset with her attitude and will think twice before returning.

Waited half an hour to have our order taken but were completely ignored. However another table that was seated after we arrived was served within 5 minutes. Incredibly bad service.

I went today to North Weald Rosey Lea today with my Grand children a beautiful day lots of outside area so they could have a play The eating area is a unique a step back in time very clean and friendly helpful staff The food was really tasty plenty to eat Grand children loved it there with the planes an added adventure for them They cannot wait to go again Perfect

This is the second time in as many visits I have left because no one bothered to come and take our order. On both occasions I visited after the lunch time rush and at least one member of staff were aware that we were there. On the first occasion, we were sat indoors near the window in full view of staff, a member of staff cleared plates from a table next to ours but didn’t come over to take our order. When we got up to leave someone did start to come over towards us but this time we were fed up waiting so we left. On the second occasion, we asked a member of staff if we could sit outside, after confirming that this was ok, we sat ourselves outside. Once again no-one came to take our order so we left. There are plenty of other nice places to eat so don’t think I will bother returning again which is a shame as this used to be my favourite place going for lunch in Bishop’s Stortford.

We stopped here for tea recently and whilst everything about the place itself is very nice, with friendly staff and good food and drinks, we all had sandwiches and unfortunately the bread was absolutely awful. It was the cheap processed rubbish you get from the supermarket. Why can't they just get some locally baked fresh bread, even from the nearby Sainsburys whose freshly baked loaves are actually very good. It was a real let down and whilst I would return, I wouldn't order sandwiches again.

Great place for a friendly and relaxed coffee and snack. Good value and great selection of teas and coffees. Food is well prepared and tasted great (crayfish and avocado). Sun terrace a nice place to sit as an option too. Waiters and waitresses were attentive...

Visited this tea room but I was forced to leave after 20 minutes due to staff ignoring us. I asked a member of staff in the end to take my order, she said she would come back but after 10 minutes she still had not....

Such a cute little place! We had the friendliest waitress, who was happy to help. Lots of veggie options and they had milk alternatives! Super clean and very lovely décor. ONLY negative was that it was quite slow for food, but it was busy. And...

Called in for lunch pre lockdown. Pleasant staff and everything done safely. We both had the most delicious jacket potatoes. Couldn’t have been better. And nice, calm, relaxed atmosphere, not noisy or too busy

First time in going to Rosey Lea in Bishop’s Stortford, and it was brilliant, lovely service by the staff and the food was lovely, I am a Coeliac, and they offered me the full English but with gluten free bread and because I couldn’t have...

I went in for the first time with my partner for my birthday brunch! We had the worst experience whilst eating out probably ever! When we arrived we noticed straight away the chef's on their phones in the kitchen. We sat down on a "cleaned...

Excellent food, busy but good atmosphere had brunch. Staff lovely especially the lovely waitress Lily who is very friendly and welcoming. Will definitely come again.

I love Rosey Lea! It is always absolutely delicious. They cater for gluten free really well. I had the full english but without the sausage as it wasn't gluten free. Although it was a shame as I couldn’t have gluten free toast as they put...

We visited for Lunch . The Tea was served in China Pot to China cups and saucers . The sandwiches were prepared to order and were excellent

One of two tea rooms in Bishops Stortford and both provide a wonderful experience. I prefer to visit Wickham Hall as like nothing more than sitting in this converted barn on a sunny afternoon with my wife enjoying afternoon tea. Sandwiches, cakes and scones are...

My boyfriend and I popped in for lunch, and the service was terrible, no one cleaned our table even though it is mandatory with the covid situation, we had the plates and cups from previous customers on our table for a good 20 min, had...

Popped in for a cup of tea on a Sunday morning, lovely feel to the place - it’s a proper tea shop. Ended up having breakfast here and it was very tasty, three of us had delicious bagels and toasties with a drink - the...

the place was perfect and well decorated. the cakes were the hight light of our trip. the cake was fresh and delicious

The independent cafe is wonderful. The location is very convenient in town and has a great tea shop vibe. The menu is very good, and I think is the best of the independent cafes in Bishops Stortford. The staff are consistently friendly in here and...

Gorgeous food, allergies catered for and welcoming, pleasant staff. The tea is beautifully served - really pretty pots, tea cups and saucers. Leaf tea with strainers to boot! Everything is lovely to eat and drink here - very busy at lunchtimes though. Highly recommended ❤️

Me and my mum decided to have a pit stop here, it looks charming and to be fair once you step inside, it is nice, the girls that serve are pleasant. We ordered two coffees, a toasted baguette and a slice of cake, the table was crumby, and when they didn’t wipe it, I wiped it myself on the floor (someone was walking round cleaning tables). Upon eating my baguette I noticed my fork was dirty, so I took it back and the girl exchanged it for clean cutlery, but it didn’t even look like it has been through the wash in the first place. The tea room was pricey and to be honest there are other places In bishops stortford, where you get better coffee and a clean table than this tea room.

Oh dear what’s happened Rosey’s gone down the pan The food on the plate, is not worth the wait Avoid this place if you can

Cosy place, friendly staff Nice cup of tea and breakfast. Just arrived from Denmark and wanted something really typically English. We liked it a lot.

Went for lunch today. Decided to sit outside on there nice terrace. We sat at a table covered in use dinner plates (only table free) after 10 minutes someone came to clear the plates no hello no I’ll be right back with menu’s or what can I get you to drink! We waited still no one took our order. The family next to us got served. We got fed up with waiting. The staff are quite rude and just seem like they can’t be bothered. We won’t be returning

I wanted to go for a picnic at Henry Moore's foundation. I ordered a hamper for two. Everything was better than expected. The hamper was ready as we arrived. Enough food for two people and very tasteful. If you need a hamper, don't search, just go here

We visited the Wickham Hall shop and loved it. It was a cold rainy day and the cost atmosphere inside was a welcome relieve from the glum weather outside. Cheerful eclectic mix of China ware adds to the quirkiness of the place. Great place for a cuppa and a teatime treat.

I ordered a pot of Darjeeling tea which costed almost £3.00 and it was priced reasonable also tasted good. The service was okay, and the restaurant wasnt anything fancy, it was very simple. I won't return, it was just a quick stop to have some tea because I was cold. The tea set was rather cute.

Food is consistently good at this cafe. But the Wickham Hall one seems to be understaffed or maybe kitchen too small. We took our toddler for lunch but with no warning of how long it would take to get our food we were left waiting 45 minutes with a very hungry toddler. Not relaxing or enjoyable at all. When the food finally arrived there was no apology or even any mention of how long it had taken.

We were recommended to visit by the ticket office at the railway station - great advice! Fast and friendly service, great sandwiches and tea. Just what we were after. Worth seeking out.

Nice but not as nice as Wickham Hall!! Just doesn’t have quite the same atmosphere and quality in there food presentation.

The rosey lea in town the few times i have been has been good but the one out at the hall is nothing in comparison. Poor service, food just chucked together- staff don't really seem to care - Coffee also a lot worse then what it was like it October - maybe a barista change?

The service was friendly But VERY slow, waited over 30 mins for 2 baguettes which we apparently should have been told about but wasn’t as we would have ordered something which was quicker than a baguette. Although extremely busy and noisy the food Was delicious and the portions were perfect, pricy but most decent cafes are.

A quick lunch and catch up over a drink and a sandwich. Good was good, service slow and our waitress was a bit moody. Pretty much slammed the good down on the table and threw the bill at us!!!! Might not visit for a while!!! Can I suggest some staff training?

I like a nice cup of tea and at Rosey Lea's they know how to make it, I like their variety of leaf teas and a homely atmosphere. The location is also perfect, right in town centre, and when the weather is nice I like to seat on their veranda sipping my favourite Milk Oolong Tea.

Had a really tasty smoked salmon and cream cheese bagel. Service was good and not too pricey. Handy location in the centre of town. Children friendly with children’s menu too.

Really bland food, very twee inside. Poorly designed menus - very very disappointing all round. I was quite surprised by this!

Because there were six of us we sat outside on the veranda .All our meals were good especially the wraps. The staff were pleasant and ensured our grandchildren were well looked after. The final bill was quite high but overall a good experience.

Friendly and swift service despite the place was packed. Loved the house made coleslaw. Good menu, it was difficult to chose...

Yes it was busy (I really can't think why). Service is poor and slow and the food is an absolute disgrace.

While visiting family we decided to pop into Bishop Stortford and went into Rosey Lea for a bite to eat. Lovely cafe, very quaint, flowery table cloths and cups and teapots to match. Food was tasty and very well presented. Cheese & tomato toasted baguette, salmon sandwich and tuna jacket & salad garnish. Didnt actually have a cake etc but the scones looked delicious and there was lots to choose from. Situated right in the centre of the town, a little bit elevated and a few steps up to the door. But worth a look!

Lovely young friendly lady welcomed us for breakfast. Mid Sunday morning, so more like brunch time! The tea room was busy - we ordered eggs (asked for poached but they dont do poached?!) and bacon and toast and jam. The butter that was served in little pre packed servings, as the weather is so warm, this was runny and not enough to spread for toast - but no-one really to ask for more without getting up and approaching the kitchen area (who had their heads down busy working away) so half the toast was left. A little tiny pot of jam served on the side - don't overdo it! Whilst the atmosphere is cosy and eclectic, the tables and chairs are tightly squeezed into a difficult shaped room so not overly comfortable. I feel I get better value for money with something a bit different down the road at Cote (which is unusual for me because I prefer non chains). It's a charming place, but I just didn't feel it!

Steep stairs to reach this tea shop. Service effected by untrained staff. We had tea only - none of the cakes appealed. It would be difficult not to make a decent cup of tea so no Michelin stars coming their way.

Lovely place to meet up with friends,breakfast brunch and lunch afternoon tea was delicious and all prepared fresh

Excellent endroit pour aller prendre un cream tea. Leur choix de thés est grand et ils sont goûteux. De plus leurs scones sont délicieux. Pour couronner le tout, l’endroit est charmant et bien situé dans le centre ville.

Always pop in here if we’re out and about on a Saturday morning. A quintessentially English tea room that serves traditional, excellent quality breakfasts and other mouth watering dishes. My wife loves the halloumi and chilli jam bagel and so does both of my daughters.

It had been a very long overnight flight to Stansted and I was really looking forward to cream tea (being from Canada, i on,y get this delicious, authentic treat when in England). I set out for the hunt as soon as I could and found Roses Lea quite by “accident”, not realizing it was so incredibly close to closing time. Olivia and Bella were amazing and promptly served me a pot of their delicious earl grey tea and THE most amazing scone I’ve ever had and all that, with a smile and incredible politeness. So if you find your self in the quaint town of Bishops Stortford or even in Stansted, it is well worth your time, especially if you are looking for an amazing cream tea or even afternoon tea.

A well recommended establishment , serving most excellent tea , cakes and pastries . In and on real China Cups and Plates . The Tea is freshly brewed and served to the table in a China Pot . The staff are friendly and welcoming

I have been to Rosey Lea a few times and found that their offer, compared to other local similar cafes, is not good value for money. In addition, you come out of their premises at Wickham Hall with your clothes and hair smelling of fried food!

Had a lovely lunch at rosey lea. Staff were very attentive! Food was amazing. Definitely try the cheese on toast with chili jam!! Will be back!

This quaint tea room was filled with character, food was good and reasonably priced, and service was first class from friendly staff.

Took my daughter here with friends for a 16th birthday afternoon tea treat. Unfortunately you can’t book a table but although it was very busy we got seated quickly. The afternoon tea was lovely- a choice of sandwich and cake plus a fruit or savoury...

Lovely place for breakfast lunch and afternoon tea all food cooked fresh lovely selection of cakes and scones

The food in Rosy Lea's is always wonderful, and we eat there quite a lot. Sometimes the service can be quite slow when the restaurant is busier, but it is always my first choice for a coffee and cake when in the town.

Been a few times now , I must say it’s the best in Bishops Stortford. There is a lot of variety to chose from. Friendly service and a lovely atmosphere.

Today was my first visit, with my sister to "Rosey Lea's. The options for teas and coffees on the menu was amazing, and we hadn't looked at food yet! A beautifully presented pot of tea for one, a coffee and a sausage sandwich with granary bread later and we were well satisfied. The sandwich was very generously filled, and the granary bread very fresh. For me though the best part was the smile of the beautiful young waitress, blonde hair, trim figure. I'll be back!

Called in for a snack. Ordered salt beef sandwich and coleslaw. The granary bread was very soft and fresh and the salt beef with lettuce onion and tomato was really nice. Only with they had Wi-fi for customers but that’s not a huge issue.

I have visited Rosey Leas several times and the food and service has been very good and plenty to choose for children too.

Been here a few times and most visits rate 4 - 5 stars. But a couple of occasions where both food and service fell a little short. Seems to depend which team's on duty at the time. But overall a competent and good value eatery.

This little place does a super sandwich selection, a lovely choice of teas and the service is efficient and friendly. I'm pleased to support a local business rather than a national/global chain. I often take friends here for lunch and they all love it!

I took my daughter for afternoon tea; ordered two cream tea's and a milkshake. It was probably half full with customers, so not overly busy.

Nice warm welcome the staff are lovely, the coffee was great and the slection of cakes and food is pretty good, a little hidden away from th main street in the middle of town.

Sunday afternoon and a cream tea in the sunshine what more could you ask for. I can thoroughly recommend stopping here.

I loved all the tea pots and cups, give the place an atmosphere of bygone dayswe had salads with nuts and Stilton. It was pretty and tasty. My son has sausages sandwichAnd he also was happy. I liked it.

I came in here recently for some lunch with my girlfriend, as we had been here before for coffee and cakes and thoroughly enjoyed it. Unfortunately it was not the same this time. The service was poor and we were sat down on a table that was dirty and we were handed no menus. I had to go and steal some off the next table. The food was even worse and was really disappointing, as my sandwich was drowned in oil and her salad was covered all over in coleslaw. Think its safe to say I will give this place a miss for a while.

My wife and I popped into Rosey Leas yesterday morning, for a cup pay and some breakfast. Whilst my wife had a ham and cheese toasty, I plumped for the English breakfast, both were fantastic and along with a great cup of tea were well worth the money.

Excellent quality and good value. Fresh salad; jacket potato cooked just right; avocado was perfectly ripe (with superb salmon). Proper tea (ie leaves not bags), stylish china, great ambience. Friendly attentive staff - hardly any wait for food to appear etc.

One of Stortford's best tea rooms/cafes. Lovely and welcoming staff and a excellent selection of food and drink

I visit the Rosey Lea which is a lovely traditional teashop in the heart of this market town regularly. I have always had a very enjoyable experience due to the staff being riendly and helpful with the food always fresh and delicious. The teashop offers an outside area to eat too.

Went here with my daughter after a sunday morning walk. Lovely place just off the high street. I had a full english breakfast which was lovely. I believe it is served all day. Very quaint little cafe with floral tablecloths and the food is served on china crockery with tea in china cups and saucers. Very nice. Good selection of food and choice of teas and coffees.

Went to rosey lea today with my boyfriend and it's the nicest most welcoming place I've ever been to for afternoon tea. The waitresses and waiters can't do enough for you! Ordered so much food and only came to £22, we couldn't believe how fresh the food was and how tasty too! We will definitely be recommending and coming back again! See you soon rosey lea!

Food was reasonable ,but seating tight and not much room on tables .Some tables very close to each other .Perhaps better when not full .Service was quite prompt and food and prices were average and did not have to wait too long .Cosy place but not much to set it above other many places in town.

Went here on a recent visit to Bishops Stortford. Very friendly staff and had a great lunch. Could had done with bigger portions but that's a minor issue.

Been a few times. Lovely atmosphere. Nice menu. Outdoor seating. Great tea selection. Feels a bit hectic paying where the staff need to get through to the kitchen though.

I had a lovely lunch here today . I had the salt beef bagel, the best so far . Would recommend, lovely friendly atmosphere. Will definitely be a regular.

By and large I'm against pubs being 're-purposed' This is my exception. Good Victoria sandwich with generous amounts of tea. Ridiculously inexpensive. Toasted sandwich seemed to satisfy my sons big appetite for healthy vege grub. Very sweet tea room decor. Good to take your mum and dad to. Staff aplenty. Try the Sencha Sakura tea.

People queuing on a Saturday afternoon for a table in a cafe says it all! I was very impressed with rosey's,I had the English breakfast,very well cooked,followed by the carrot cake,moist and tasty. Very varied menu and I wouldn't hesitate in coming back and sampling some more of those delights.

Popped in on Sunday morning for a cuppa, lucky to get a table as it was very busy, friendly staff that cleared and cleaned tables promptly and not too long a wait for our order, which came together, unlike at other local places.......tea was very tasty, we'll be coming in more often!

If you don't know where this place is,find it(to the right of Zizzis).Good quality coffee house/tea room/cafe or whatever you want to call it.

Cosy litre tea shop. Decent portions. Think jacket potatoes or cream teas. Interior is quaint and kitsch. Can get busy so better to book.

Husband took his pancakes with maple syrup and bacon back as they was dry, waitress took them back and didn't hear anymore. We went to pay and the waitress said she had to check with the manager when I said to take it off the bill. This manager was the rudest woman I have ever met terrible all the staff are miserable and look down on everyone. She was refusing to take it off as she tasted them and they are fine, yes if you like dry dense pancakes and need a whole pot of tea to wash it down with, she didn't come over at the time he took them back to discuss it not even to apologise. Tea itself was nice but I wouldn't go back here as the staff are just so rude and unprofessional and it's them that let this place down

Love Rosey Lea's. The food is fresh and delicious and the service is friendly, helpful and efficient. The tea shop is clean and the china is pretty. The toasties are tasty and the coleslaw crunchy and saucy. The scones are home-baked and the cakes are wonderful.

This is a great place and mine and my friends and families 'to go' meeting point. Service may be a little slow to get your order but once the food is there it is great. Lovely food and a very relaxed atmosphere. Will always be back!

Had a lovely lunch food was lovely staff lovely value for money and friendly cannot wait to make another visit .

A great place for good coffee (and green tea on previous occasions) and a wonderful breakfast. A little quirky but so much better than those starmaking coastamongers down the road!

The Rose Lea is a very pleasant cafe to visit. The drinks and food are very good and so are their prices. They do a good selection of cooked food as well as snacks and cakes. They are located in the market square in the town. They also have bedrooms at the back so for any traveller needing accommodation as well this is ideal place. The only down side of the cafe is the steep steps going up to the door. Anyone with a babies buggy or someone disabled would not be able to get into the cafe.

Lunch time visit, what an excellent find, freshly cooked food, lovely surroundings, staff very helpful and friendly.Will most definitely visit when next in the area.