Shapes Restaurant at Aldiss in North Norfolk

The are plenty of tables and a variety of choice of where to sit. The food is cheap and affordable but it is very tasty. There is also a variety of what to eat. The toilets are clean.

Today I visited aldriss cafe and as I'm gluten and dairy intolerant the selection is very limited. I went for a bacon sandwich which frankly was the worse I've EVER had .bacon obviously was reheated it was like rubber and the bread was cold sogging and in bits guess was defrosted. The lady got me cutlery as you could not pick it up as a sandwich the staff said its the bread.trust me no-one has ever giving me a sandwich like today ,surprise they serve food like this and didn't offer to make something else let along charge for it .shame as the shop is lovely but cafe today wasn't nice experience

Called in today for lunch, I had the Big Breakfast. The cafe is nicely appointed, the service was excellent and cheerful. The Big Breakfast was really good and the price was reasonable. I commend it to you.

Meal spoilt by someone giving their dog a plate from the restaurant to lick it clean. Told staff but they ignored this. Not very hygienic so wont be going back.

Amazingly it’s the best value for food and drinks around in North Norfolk. They do the best cappuccinos and home made lunch special dishes. So for 4 of us adults, lots of choices and we had an amazing lunch with no pressure to leave the table until we had completely finished our get together(lots of news from our Grandson who just returned home from Australia after 3yrs)with great snacks and drinks service by all the cheerful staff. A wonderful and rememberable meal thanks ……We will return!

It’s a comfy environment , tasty food and reasonably priced But the sour puss on the cafe till this afternoon as usual puts a dent in my score , which is a shame because the other staff interpersonal skills are spot on . Cheer up love , we pay your wages !

I go to Aldiss about once a month with my mother and we usually end up in the restaurant. Today we had tea and a snack. I had barely sat down after ordering, before the server arrived with the tray ! I checked to see if she had skates on ! From then on it was fast and helpful ‘service with a smile’ from Debbie. It’s so nice to get cheerful service and so very responsive - it’s a credit to the restaurant. It really made an impression on me. Thank you.

Nice location in the store and it’s light and airy. I think the prices are a little on the high side for what you get. I also found the tables very “sticky”, I asked a member of staff to wipe it and she said that is how they are but I didn’t like it.

A tasty breakfast but appalling service - have been using shapes for many years for convenience and am well aware the staff are never of a cheery manner but even worse than normal today! I appreciate that food service is different at the moment and the measures Aldiss have put in place would be brilliant if they used them! The QR code is clearly displayed at the till which I scanned for the track and trace just to be barked at saying ‘ Don’t bother it. Does not work- we still need your details!’ Bizarre! I then ordered our2 breakfasts, Tea Cake and drinks- dirty cutlery and 2 napkins then arrived at our table- I asked if it would be possible for a third napkin as 3 of us were eating- this was delivered with a grunt alongside some clean cutlery. Food arrived quickly and was tasty- unfortunately whilst we were eating our food we experienced shone shocking customer service with the till operator being very rude to those customers trying to order- barking words at them, No Please or a thank you, No Pardons just ‘What’. Other staff were witnessing this as were all gathered chatting behind the till at no social distance..... a shame as food is very good but customer service is shocking.

Popped into Aldiss at Fakenham for Breakfast and mug of filter coffee this morning and the service and quality of the meal were both superb. I selected my table before going to counter and placing my order to a very pleasant staff member and complied with check and trace. I had barely sat down at my table when my coffee was delivered by a very nice young lady who asked if I required any milk and sugar and promptly fulfilled my requirements. Very shortly after that my freshly cooked breakfast arrived which I couldn’t fault. Egg, bacon, sausage, hash brown, fried bread, button mushrooms, tomatoe, pot of baked beans plus toast and butter. The best cooked breakfast I had ever received that I hadn’t cooked myself. A big thank you to all the cafe staff for the wonderful way I was looked after this morning and just to let you know that your efforts were really appreciated.

I come here every week! I love it here and the prices are cheap and the quality is amazing! Lovely cheese scones

On another visit to Shapes restaurant, whilst on an afternoon out shopping in Fakenham, we had lunch. I tried something different for a change, rather than my 'standing order' of the Ploughmans Lunch. Despite being tempted by the cauliflower cheese of the specials board, I decided to try the cheese and bacon baguette with a side of chips. I was not disappointed. Wow, what a good portion the baguette was. Delicious. A terrific portion of fries too. For dessert Imanaged to bag the last slice of the caramel apple pie. The rest of the family were very happy with their meals too. The restaurant has had a revamp since of last visit.

Busy restaurant, busier than the store. Not the widest selection to choose from on menu. Service slow especially at busy times.

Always know what you are getting here, food always of a high standard and their cheese scones are to die for!!

Good food, but a bit pricey for what is is. Arrived quickly considering how busy they were today. Friendly staff, lost a star due to dogs in the restaurant, which o don’t agree with when people are eating not very hygienic, and no it wasn’t a guide dog.

Excellent restaurant for a department store, food always fresh and they have two sizes of homemade scones which is brilliant. Dont always want a large one. Light,lunches excellent too

Called in on a Sunday morning for breakfast, arrived at 11:15 and joined the queue by the time we got to the till and ordered our breakfast we were told that breakfast had finished!! We told the girl that we had arrived before 11:30, but no we could only have the 'all day breakfast' slightly larger and £2 dearer than 'breakfast' (cause it comes with chips).if you can cook an all day breakfast..then why can you not cook the smaller breakfast(without chips) on the breakfast menu...confused??

A 5* Review today We were shopping in the store and decided on a light lunch.We had area and a coffee and a Jacket potato and a Toastie.Best cup of tea that I've had in a long time 'Proper' jacket potato if you get my meaning Nothing grand but.....Good value.Good choice.Friendly staff.Can get busy so you may have to wait a while.....

Very pleasant spacious cafe restaurant located upstairs at high-class furniture store Aldiss. Prices extremely reasonable for this type of location. To giive you an idea of prices; baked potatoes with filling start at around £3.75 and all are under £5 (except for the prawn one). Cans of soft drink £1 and a pot of tea for one is £1.25. Despite being upstairs, access for the less mobile is still excellent. Carpark right outside the back door, free wheelchairs are available to use from the lobby, and there is lift access to the restaurant.

We were visiting Fakenham with our dog and really struggled to find somewhere dog - friendly to eat. After trying 3 places and coming up empty, a local passerby suggested going to Aldiss. The staff were so friendly and accommadating, food was freshly cooked, hot and very good value for money. Highly recommend!

Tasty panini with loads of salad and tortilla crisps, and toasted sarnie (pay extra for that). The only decaff coffee was filter coffee.The floor is a suspended one, so the tables and chairs bounce about a bit when people walk around!Overall, very good value for money.

Our first visit was an excellent experience. Food availability well displayed and hot food options could be seen on the hot counter behind a glass screen for protection from queueing customers. Good choice of traditional food for all tastes.

Been to Aldiss many times but never realised they had a restaurant upstairs; and it’s dog friendly like do many other places in Norfolk. Food prices very competitive and what we had was very tasty. Would have got 5 stars were it not for a seemingly grumpy member of staff who served us and managed to miss one of the coffees off the order and got one of the food orders slightly wrong. Would definitely go back though.

Stopped here on the way to Holt. It was raining, the car park was busy, restaurant busy. Only had toasted sandwiches. Food ok and service. Only downside is the car park is designed really bad. I would not go round the back again.

Excellent scones! Haven't tried anything else but it all looked nice. Coffee is very good and priced sensibly

A visit last Monday proved yet again what fabulous meals they provide at Shapes. Although we have been many times before to the restaurant, we had never visited before and were surprised to see how busy it is, even on a Monday. After much debating-I stuck with my regular choice of Ploughman's Lunch (the Stilton variety, as there are 3 choices to choose from). Fantastic for the price. I don't know how they do it for that. I had one of the largest pieces of cheese I have seen for a long time, alongside red and green peppers, cucumbers, pickled onions, pickle, red lettuce, lettuce, sliced red onion, tomato, and a hot baguette. The others - Mum and Dad- had a Chicken and Mushroom Pie with swede, cabbage, new potatoes, and carrots plus gravy. Dad had the Gammon Ham, Eggs and Chips. That day they had a very nice selection of cakes (which can change daily). On this occasion, having a hard choice between 4 or 5 I had the eye on, I opted for a slice of Chocolate and Orange Sponge Cake Sponge, which was to die for and had a Sticky Toffee Pudding Sponge,. He was in heaven. They also have a good selection of hot and cold drinks, in my case a very nice shandy provided by Fentimans.

If you go there for one thing,you must try the scones they are FABULOUS. Add hot chocolate delicious.

I came to pick up a 3 Tier Steamer that was put aside for me. We had Dinner while we were there. We had Cottage Pie and Vegs. It was very tasty and we both enjoyed it.

We've lived in Fakenham for 18years and never knew Aldiss had a resturant. What a great surprise it was, the food and service was exceptional along with the price. Keep up the great work Aldiss.

We visited as we’d heard great things about the scones, however once we got there we couldn’t resist having a late cooked breakfast instead. Excellent value for money and very tasty. My partner said the sausages were delicious and he’s a hard man to please. We bought scones to takeaway and eat at home. They were beautifully fresh and had that homemade taste - lovely. The staff were very friendly too.

Popped in here with my sister and niece for some lunch, we were definitely the youngest people in the room it’s obviously very popular with the retired which is lovely. Friendly staff and quick service we had jacket potatoes which come with small side salad. Very tasty. Little expensive I’d say especially the drinks but wouldn’t put us off coming again. Cakes looked nice but I wouldn’t say homemade.

Once again a terrific Ploughman's lunch,this time the mature cheddar one. Outstanding. And the strawberry sundae. Oh my!

Visiting shop at lunchtime decided to go to restaurant was pleasantly surprised had crab sandwich trifle and coffee very good quality and value for money

Visiting again for the first time in about 15 years on a family trip, I was surprised and delighted by the visit. As well as the store , the restaurant is superb. Wonderful Ploughman's Platter, with one of the biggest pieces of cheese ever on a platter. good prices, compared to other stores in the same town that have restaurants (not mentioning any names).

My friend and I thought it would be nice to have lunch here! Absurd at 12 29 the main items were sold out! The last slice of quiche went as we asked about it! This restaurant has been running long enough to know how to cater by now! Obviously not enough made to see over the lunch period. Which should last from at least 12 to 2 30...Asked the unfriendly curt young woman what other option's was there for lunch. With a nod of her head said "read the menu! indicated the general all day menu. We opted for leek soup and a roll .The soup was Delicious, but dry dissatisfied with lack of lunch food available and the surley staff member. We are local and are regular customers of Alidiss and for the scones from restaurant..Not a good experience.. We in fact after shopping in the store .Had a very nice afternoon tea at Fakenham garden centre. Friendly staff. .And helpfully pointed out that we could choose a hot or cold lunch until 4pm.

Throughly enjoyed my meal at this fab little cafe. While we shopped til we needed a break it is a great place to come for something to eat. Varied menu with something for everyone. Great cakes and scone and what I enjoyed was the sausage baguette with onions which was amazing. Lovely staff as well.

A fine sunny Thursday. Market day in Fakenham. It was to be expected that Shapes would be busy. We stopped here for morning coffee. The scones were very nice indeed - perfect texture, a cheesy flavour that permeated throughout, a crust with just the right degree of hardness. Vacated tables were cleared of used crockery immediately, but what a shame the clearing-up ladies didn't think to wipe the tables of left over crumbs and butter smears. And would it really eat into profits too much to provide paper napkins a little better than one expects at a roadside hot dog stall.

Food is excellent in a strange setting.. A large furniture shop! Always busy and justified. The Age group is mature, the room a bit like a small aircraft hanger.. But the food and service is great..

Situado en la tienda departamental aldiss, buen café y comida. Muy bien puede sentir que piso surgió un poco extraño especialmente los jueves cuando la ciudad está ocupado, que vibra con cada paso! En la planta superior, pero hay un ascensor, así que no hay problema con el acceso.

Very nice breakfast for the price. Would highly recommend. My partner had a jacket potato & thoroughly enjoyed that too. Will definitely use again.

Large cafe on first floor of store. Can be very noisy but a good place to meet up with friends. Coffee though is pretty poor. Staff helpful and pleasant.

Pretty average and nothing makes it outstanding. Found the scones rather heavy but the coffee was good. It's quite expensive for what you get.

We come here for coffee regularly. The cheese scones (two sizes) are simply the best anywhere - and we have tried them in many different places! Service is variable, from fine to mildly miserable.

Yo sólo tienda con mi esposa cuando ella recibe al hacerlo. Así que ayer me acompañó a Aldiss en Fakenham a comprar muebles nuevos. Qué agradable mañana en su tienda pasamos y después hacer nuestras compras nos trataron con cortesía café y bollos. La comida...

La comida muy buena, el personal es encantador, a precios decentes. Somos turistas habituales nunca andnare decepcionado cuando comer aquí.

I came here the other day with my auntie, for some lunch I don't live in Norfork and I was just on holiday with my Auntie who lives here. The cafe it's self is very light and airy and they have a wide food selection. I had a prawn sandwich and my auntie had a prawn and cream cheese sandwich both were very nice and it arrived quickly. The only downside was the staff looked very unhappy and a few were sarcastic with their comments. I would visit again If I ever came back to Norfork.

Nice place for a scone and coffee after shopping downstairs. Lift is useful for my Mum, and WiFi appreciated too.

Have lived in Fakenham for three years and visited Aldis many times but never the Restaurant, I was surprised how small the kitchens were given the range of food on offer. The restaurant has a very light airy feel to it with tables really well spaced apart. You order and pay for the food and then it is brought to the table.There is a range of food from cooked breakfasts up to 11:00 and then the general menu up to mid afternoon. I had one of the daily specials, a beef and onion pie with chips and beans. Generous portions and chips freshly cooked however the pie had been bought in I am sure and was poor, all gravy and very little beef. My wife had a Tunamayo and Cheddar Cheese Panini, which came with a small mixed salad and some dorito style chips, very filling and delicious was her verdit. They also do filled baked potatoes and also scones and other desserts. Prices very reasonable

Popped in for a bite to eat around 10:30am. Nice choice of food, very tasty as well. Staff were pleasant and very helpful. Only downside is they gave me a bap with butter without asking if I wanted butter.

Lovely scones...lots of space...clean and comfortable with good Wi Fi and toilets. Accessible by lift too

We often pop into this store and use the restaurant, sometimes we have a jacket potato with a filling or just a hot sausage roll with chips.The tea and coffee is reasonable and the scones homemade are gorgeous

Nice place to stop for a coffee and a scone whilst browsing the store, does get very busy on weekends.

We had heard many good things about this restaurant so called in for a snack. My strawberry and mango smoothie was very nice, but the choice of pre-packaged Gluten and Dairy free cakes wasn't particularly tempting. My husband tried the millionaire's shortbread with his coffee, which was less strong and less hot than expected, but it was towards the end of the afternoon. The disabled ♿ loo has another unlocked door inside which appeared to lead into the kitchen. I opted for the normal loo!!Disabled ♿ parking, access via the lift and lots of room for wheelchairs, plus free WiFi.

Having been to Aldiss many times we decided to go to Shapes.It is exactly what you would expect of a department store coffee shop.The choice when we got there at 3.30 pm was limited to cakes and pastries, which is ok, even though I am not very sweet toothed.We had nice cakes and decent coffee, but it was pricey for what we got.

This is a good place to stop in the middle of a shop or to meet friends. Pleasant surroundings and they offer a loyalty card for regulars. The scones are out of this world, both sweet or savort. Served fresh and warm! Cream tea also available in the afternoon.

Lovely place friendly staff good food good prices lovely and clean toilets spotless. Always get a good breakfast from here good quality bacon and sausages not cheap rubbish like some cafes and decent drinks too

Good pit stop for coffe, tea, and their wonderful scones. Both fruit and savoury, always warm and for a special treat with clotted cream and jam - fab!

Met a friend for lunch here and was pleasantly surprised. Good choice of food, scones, cakes, etc. I had the quiche which was very nice!

Good value, lovely food. The restaurant is upstairs in the Aldiss furniture shop. There is a lift if needed. Always busy around lunchtime.

Lovely jacket potato at Aldiss. It's a great size. Really tasty beans and the nicest cheese. With is quite strong so I like it.

Visited today for a late lunch. Helpful and friendly staff but average food and average coffee. All served promptly.

A friend and I had lunch here last week and decided to split a Bacon & Cheese Baguette & a Sausage & Onion Baguette. Both were delicious and served with a small side salad. Very tasty and good value for money. Managed to get a table before it got busy.

£7.25 Each for a lovely Chicken and Ham pie -Lots of Veg and piping hot.Order from the counter wait at your table and enjoy.Didn't have a sweet but finished up spending more on a piece of furniture LOL.

cheap and cheerful if not a little dated .... free senior scone and hot drink with purchases over £10 in store ... not sure how long its on for or if its a permanent offer

Popped in for a light lunch and to see if we spot a bargain in the sale, the cafe/restaurant being upstairs has a very adequate lift ideal for wheelchairs and baby buggies, the area is spacious and clean with plenty of staff to assist in all area's. The ordering system could be improved but the service was fast and efficient. Our choice for a midday snack was hot, tasty and just the size right portion.Just one point though about the ground floor sales area, some parts are not wheelchair friendly being too tight and narrow for turning and with some of the more delicate items for sale ...a risky business in places!

I have used this cafe 2 0r 3 times now and have always found it very clean and friendly. The food is cooked nicely to order and is brought to your table so you dont have to wait in a line to pay whilst the food is getting cold. The selection on offer is quite varied and I can recommend it heartily. If you are just wanting a coffe and cake again the selections of coffee is good and the cakes are delicious.

On a day visit to Fakenham we went with friends to the Shapes restaurant, we were very impressed, restaurant was very clean with comfortable chairs, staff were cheerful and friendly, good selection from the menu all at reasonable prices, went for the all day breakfast and I have to say there was not one spot of grease, it was excellent, would certainly visit again when in Fakenham.

4 adults and two children visited for coffee and cake. Nice selection of home made cakes. Would visit again

Came here with my daughter for a light bite for lunch and the ladies behind the counter couldn't have been more helpful. They gave me a smaller portion of what I had for my daughter as she only has a small appetite. Taste like delicious home cooked food as well. Well done shapes.

Always a little bit of a wait here but that's because everything is freshly prepared.There is a good choice from small snacks to decent sized meals and the place is clean and run very efficiently.I have never had bad food here and the price is very reasonable.

I came here for lunch last week and it was delicious. Got in before the lunch time rush. Didn't have to wait long for the meal. My Potato and side salad was very very tasty. Would definitely come here again to eat.

Great value and very popular with the good folks of Fakenham. We had scones and tea and almost change from a fiver, which is rare these days. Scones were excellent but hard butter and woeful use of little pots of UHT milk was a downside.

Went into this establishment on a recent visit to fakenham, did alittle browsing of the store at aldiss and my friend said we should grab a bite to eat in the cafe/resturant, well all i have to say is never again will i visit, the food was dry, the staff where rude and off when complained about the sausages being burnt.They took the product back and returned some fresh mircowaved sauages that where so microwaved they had gone hard, i will not be coming again walked a little into town and found a wonderful cafe in the shopping complex across the road, pleasent staff wonderful atmosphere and great coffee.If you want a micro meal then do visit this establishment but if you want a decent meal then go somewhere else.

We regularly stop off here on our way back from the Walsingham Shrine. The restaurant is exceptionally clean and service excellent. Prices are reasonable. We have had a hot dinner here in the past, but we prefer to just have a quick stop off tea break on the way back to the cottage. There is ample free parking and nice clean toilets. There is a selection of shops across the road for a newspaper and snacks. We always enjoy our visit here. The restaurant is very popular and it can become very busy.

Excellent value in a very busy restaurant. Quick service and well prepared food following a very helpful time in the shop supported by staff guidance which could match John Lewis. What more could you ask ?

When on holiday in Fakenham we visited the Aldiss Store to do some shopping. While we were in the store we decided to to have a snack in their instore cafe, Shapes. Good selection of main dishes and light meals at a reasonable price. The service was a little slow, but must admit it was a busy time of day.We found the staff to be friendly. We found that the experience helped us to contine shopping afterwards.

Breakfast is excellent with a plate piled high for just over £3. Friendly staff, good selection of main dishes each day. The scones are to die for served small or large, the cheese scones are particularly good with an above average cheese taste. I have been trying to diet ever since I moved to Norfolk, but there is too much good food to tempt the weak !We regularly shop at Aldiss and always stop for a coffee and scone if nothing else.High recommend.

Shapes suites all ages and needs, generally the age profile is over sixty but don't be put off. It has a children's play area and menu. It does the best scones in Fakenham. Service is good even when they are busy. Good place to take a break!

Breakfast was very nice as is most of the food here and it is a nice relaxed atmosphere with friendly staff.

Was ok . My crab sandwich bread a bit dry but otherwise ok . A bit of salad in the sandwich would have been an improvement . My friend liked her cheese and ham toastie .

Had lunch in Shapes restaurant in Aldiss today and chose the ploughman's. It has to be the best I have ever had, with ample and good quality cheese, beautifully fresh salad and a full baguette. Price very competitive and excellent value for money. Pleasant surroundings too, very spacious and full of light due to the skylights.

eat here regularly-usually coffee and scones.Given the choice my grandsons opt for aldiss because of the friendly atmosphere and the cakes! Excellent value compared with some places and the staff are lovey.

We visited here on a Wednesday lunchtime. I had a jacket potato with beans, my husband had a huge all day breakfast and my parents both had ham, egg and chips. The prices seemed reasonable. The food was good quality and we enjoyed it.The restaurant had a light and airy feeling about it and the staff were pleasant. It seemed busy but we were served fairly quickly. The toilets were nice and clean.

We have had a couple of snacks here, the home made soup is good but it is a shame it is spoil t with a very below average bread roll, it is not difficult these days to get decent rolls. Overall it is a easy place to have a lunch or snack.

Sorry to rain on the parade, but I wasn't impressed by my latest visit to Shapes (or the one before for that matter).The good: the atmosphere is lively and the decor is cheerful, if a bit stark. The pasta bake was tasty and the scones do look very fine. The soy and sesame salad dressing is a nice touch, though there's no alternative if you prefer mayonnaise or salad cream. Free Wifi (with no registration or password malarkey) is much appreciated, and the children's play area is a great idea.The bad: I don't mind a bit of a wait at busy times, and this was a Saturday lunchtime. But it was a long wait and the food cannot have been freshly cooked – as advertised – because it was cold. The salad was the usual tasteless iceberg lettuce and unripe tomatoes. The salad dressing comes in a bottle that's almost impossible to mix and pour from. The teapot was the worst pourer I've ever seen, and that is saying something. The bouncy floor is a bit offputting.It's all perfectly bearable, and this is after all a department store cafe. For coffee and a scone it would be fine. But four stars? No way.

often pop in when out and about. They are still the best in town for scones and their midday meals are a treat, all home cooked, thankfully they haven't gone over to panini style lunches and nothing else.

Whenever we are in Fakenham we always visit Shapes for scones and coffee. Large fruit and large cheese scones plus two coffees all for £4.90!! We travel to many different areas and without any doubt these are the very best scones we have ever tasted. Wherever we go we invariably sit with scones and coffee and make the same remark, namely, 'If only they could have a few lessons from the staff at Shapes'. Most of the coffee shops near our home in The Scottish Borders charge in excess of £7.00 for the equivalent! Congratulations to the staff - keep up the good work!(Unfortunately, we have no need for a full meal, but the food always look good).

We just popped here for a coffee and cake but really nice and everything was fresh.Spotless restaurant and it was busy with people that obviously came often as staff knew them.Really friendly staff who make you feel very welcome.Will definitely try one of their main meals next time.

We decided to have lunch at Shapes Restaurant as we had been shopping in the store and I had read the reviews before visiting. We have visited Fakenham many times and always looked elsewhere in the town for lunch. However on this occasion we thought we would give Shapes a try. It was on a market day and rather wet so possibly a little busier than sometimes.At first we were unable to find an empty table. As some became available it took quite a while before they were cleared. The queue for food was quite long but the staff very pleasant.We were only eating a light meal but the food was lovely and hot (soup of the day) and the drinks fine. Gradually the lunch time rush diminished (about 2.00 pm) and we enjoyed a relaxing lunch break.It was really convenient because we didn't have to worry about parking and we could easily continue our shopping in the store afterwards.

I've been to Shapes restaurant on many occasions and haven't yet had a bad experience. The place is light and airy with plenty of space. There is a good sized menu and there are always daily hot specials. The food is always freshly prepared and made with good quality ingredients. The service is always polite and efficient and the prices are very reasonable.Ideal for a nice lunch or just for a drink and a snack.

Often pop in for coffee in Fakenham - and a scone or cake, which is worth a try! Not tried a meal but certainly looks good and a menu with a wide range for everyone. Very impressed.

I have a two year old little boy and finding places to meet friends with toddlers for a coffee and a chat in Norfolk isn't easy...The Shapes Cafe at Aldiss in Fakenham is easy to get to (free parking and I have never struggled to park), has an extensive menu (including children's meals) and is very reasonably priced.Most importantly though, they have a 'tucked away' children's play area that is well equipped and you can sit near it to keep an eye on your children.The staff are also very helpful with regard to the switching on the games and videos in the play area.

We often camp at the racecourse in Fakenham and a visit to the restaurant at Aldiss is a must. The food is good if a little pricey but the atmosphere and setting is excellent

Main problem is queuing up for food or just coffee - takes ages! But usually worth the wait. Food range is tasty for some unusual snacks and main courses, and a blackboard of specials.

We love coming into the Aldiss Restaurant every time we come home. They make the best scones and everyone is always really friendly and welcoming. It’s a lovely place to meet up with friends, especially because it’s the only one in Fakenham that has a play area.

Stopped for Sunday breakfast. Considering this is an instore restaurant, I have to say it was very pleasent. Clean and comfortable to sit in, the food was of a good standard with plenty of choice.Quick service and although not cheap still reasonable value for the quality of food.

the food was good and reasonably priced staff very obliging nice atmosphere coffee great enjoyed our visit

Good 'restaurant'. Definitely try the cheese scones - the best I've ever had anywhere! Been going here for years and mainly for the scones! Very polite staff and pleasant seating area. Reasonable prices. Stairs but there is also a lift for less able or those with pushchairs. A pleasant place for a coffee.