Sophie's in Ceredigion

Excellent service and really nice cafe, cosy and clean. Huge menu and open to changes, swaps etc. Had smoked salmon and avocado with poached egg on toast. Was massive but very delicious, great salmon and perfectly poached eggs.

A great find, really enjoyed my food at Sophie’s Cafe. Busy but didn’t wait too long for food and reasonably priced. Friendly staff.

Come here very often and always surprised. Such good portions and friendly staff. The young Welsh male waiter with a tattooed leg is always welcoming and super friendly. Every time we visit and we see him serving we know we will have a good experience here. Been coming for years and will never stop loving it!

We had 2 mega breakfasts for £10.50 which is standard price wise. Quantity was fine, quality was abysmal. Cheapest produce used. Sausages were vile, bacon fatty. Scrambled egg was sloppy. They already put milk in your hot drinks which is fine but the constitution was weak and they didn't ask how you liked it. Our breakfasts also arrived at different times. Also bizarre policy of asking people to wait outside whilst they clean tables. Seemed very hostile from the beginning/not welcoming. I am flabbergasted it is so well scored on here. Wished we'd have stuck to our initial feelings and eaten elsewhere. I rarely leave reviews but I was just genuinely disappointed

This has always been a favourite since my uni days, but it’s amazing to see that they are able to offer GF alternatives to their meals. I went for the GF toasted bacon and cheese sandwich and it was amazing! My partner had the full breakfast and loved it. The staff are so lovely and accommodating where nothing is too much trouble. Sophie’s is a must for every visit to Aberystwyth. I highly recommend the iced lattes which have ice cream in them for a unique twist!

Went for lunch and waited for table as cafe busy for a good reason ! Food choice quality and service all outstanding. Breakfast was superb. Lovely coffees and cakes too. Clean and efficient. Recommended

Excellent sandwiches, which are more like a meal. Loads of filling, fresh salad, coleslaw and a few chips. Very busy so had to wait for a table; it was worth the wait.

Visited this establishment - poor customer service and filthy tables. Waited to be served for ages and went to the counter and was abruptly told it was table service only. Waited and waited for some to come to take our order. And finally, walked out!

I visited here as a visitor to the town along with a friend who lives in Aberystwyth. I asked to recommend a cafe and I was suggested to come here. I very much enjoyed the menu with lots of variety. I opted for breakfast. Food arrived in good time and was well presented and had plenty of flavour. The cleanliness of the cafe was also to a high standard. Good job see you soon

Always good food here! Staff are always so friendly and welcoming. They were busy when we came in but assured us if we waited outside then they could fit us in when they had the space. We always come here and love everything about it!

Wished I'd ordered a larger coffee as this one was lovely. Friendly non franchise feeling definitely coming back. Just noticed on the menu they do a cooked breakfast so will be trying that too.

We don't visit Aberystwyth frequently but when we do we make a beeline for Sophie's. Excellent food and excellent service 👌

Tried to get a table but was told none were available. I said I'd wait and was told no, wait outside and I couldn't book a table either. The young girl who kept calling me love rather patronisingly, was off hand when I said it was freezing cold outside she just said you can't wait in here. Clearly customer service is a thing of the past!

Found this lovely little cafe on a weekend stay. Good choices, in a welcoming place. We loved our breakfasts. Thank you!

We come here nearly every week now! Such friendly staff and good food there always. You can tell everyone behind the counter works extremely hard to make every customer feel welcome and they succeed every time! Staff always so welcoming and food is always piping hot and tasty! Cannot complain! ❤️

Great little cafe! Delicious food, good portion sizes, friendly staff, good prices, convenient location. Brilliant little gem!

The breakfast is always fresh and piping hot, really friendly and quick service. I went every morning during the Abertoir Horror Film Festival.

Went with friends for lunch, we had to wait 10 mins for a table but well worth the wait!! The full breakfast was delicious! My friends hot dog looked amazing 👏. Lovely and clean, Staff were very friendly and welcoming, food was so reasonably priced too. Definitely worth a visit.

This place is amazing, food is great and good value for money. On previous trips to Aberystwyth we've eaten at a different cafe but when we arrived this weekend that had closed so we had to find a new breakfast/brunch venue, consulted TripAdvisor and Sophie's came top of the list so we thought we'd give it a go and I'm glad we did, twice. First visit we managed to get the last table which was a little squished but doable. Even though it was busy our order was taken quickly, we ordered a salmon sandwich and a club sandwich and 2 luxury hot chocolate. They didn't scrimp on fillings and they came with chips, coleslaw and a side salad. Food arrived quite quickly and tasted great. 2nd visit we arrived and we needed to queue to get a table which wasn't a problem, because the cafe is long and narrow they ask you to wait outside so as not to block the walkway and be leaning over other diners (some people seem to ta take exception to this) and then call you in when a table is available, we only waited for 5 minutes. Again the food was hot and tasty (really nice fried bread). Will definitely be back when we're back in Aber.

Came here with my family mid week, absolutely gorgeous food and friendly staff. Our order was taken within a good time and our food was ever so quick. Kids loved it and my husband who is a picky eater enjoyed the waffles and bacon very much. Very clean and tidy cafe with such welcoming staff and friendly atmosphere!

Went here for lunch as it's got a good score on here. Disappointed. Appearance is your typical greasy spoon with peeling laminated menus. All day breakfast was edible but low quality, the kind you'd find in a school or hospital canteen. I won't be going back.

I love this cafe but.. the millennial drips serving didn't want us to wait for a table, or ring me when one was free. Instead we were expected to return in 20 mins and see if something is free.. with 3 hungry kids this isn't great.. where is the flexibility or common sense. Went around the corner to another cafe, wrote this review while waiting for grub. Because I'm a grumpy generation x, and get frustrated with millennials

Have to say this is the most fantastic breakfast we’ve had in awhile we had to queue which says it all. However the place serves fantastic food and very helpful even though I’m times stressful stuff because it’s so busy, we will be back absolutely fab, derby dozy

One of the best spots in Aber!!! I've been coming for years now! Foods always amazing and the staff never disappoints 🩷 always friendly and go above and beyond!!!

Definitely best veggie breakfast in Aberystwyth. But everything I've tried here has always been spot on. I also especially recommend the iced coffee! The prices are very affordable and the staff is super nice 😊 if you want good food, nice atmosphere and best coffee this is the place (Tex-rex hotdog and Mac daddy burger on picture)

Really great food, Amazing service, the staff was lovely and just a generally good atmosphere. Definitely recommend a visit. 10/10

Lovely place! Huge portions for a greate price, the best breakfast in town. Very good coffee, good music, clean inside. Staff is very nice and funny even tho seems like it's the busiest place in town. I'll probably will be back soon.

It pains me to write this but I feel I have to. I have no complaints about the food here and I have eaten here for years. But the attitude of the lady behind the counter has bugged me for a while. She may be...

This cafe is fantastic. Always exceptional food and the staff are friendly and accommodating especially when my autistic son attends with me. We love to visit here and wouldn’t choose anywhere else in Aberystwyth! 😃

Terrible service walked out took business elsewhere. Will never return. Should get some new staff that will be polite and not speak down to the customers.

Worst staff ever I came in happy and left so upset the lady was horrible and very rude. I came in with my mates and one being disabled and how we were treated was so bad

Sophies is a lovely relaxed cafe for breakfast / brunch. It never fails to deliver amazing food. The menu layout can be confusing at times price wise but otherwise lovely lovely cafe

Great hole in the wall restaurant. Plenty of selection and the portion size was amazing! The only thing that would make this even better is to be able to intermix the toppings between the burgers and hot dogs.

We popped into Sophie’s after reading positive reviews. Whilst the outside (and the front part of the inside) may look a little underwhelming, I was quickly reminded of the old adage, “Don’t judge a book by its cover.” The menu here is extensive but I...

Great place to eat. Family of 4 cost £34! Meal sizes were great. All had sandwiches with salad except one of us who had a homemade burger which was a big meal with chips. Good knowledge of allergies. Small but friendly place.

Came here whilst having a day at the beach as was recommended in the gluten free community on Facebook (my mum is coeliac). It was absolutely lovely and great value! We will be coming here again!

Useless place, went in sat at a table for 20 mins and then the waiter served the people who came in after us 🤦‍♀️ We walked out, service is far too slow!! Went to little devils cafe instead. Much better service 👏🏻

Just had a fantastic lunch. We split a burger and a sandwich. Both came on delicious bread, particularly liked the wholegrain sandwich bread, the salmon and cream cheese went really well with it. I can't rave about the coffee enough, lovely roast and really well...

Usually have a good breakfast here and have given good reviews previously, however today breakfast was dreadful. We were rushed from the moment we set foot inside. The cup of tea was mostly milk and cold. The breakfast was cold and bacon was inedible. We...

Friendly staff Efficient service Delicious freshly prepared food Was impressed at how quickly my order arrived and the tea was perfect

Excellent vegetarian breakfast for my second holiday to Aberystwyth this year! Friendly staff, some Welsh speakers. A nice atmosphere with friendly, prompt service. I thoroughly enjoy the food and the atmosphere. Thanks again.

Lovely breakfast we had here this morning! My husband had the monster breakfast, and I had a tasty bagel! Perfect start to the day.

The service and the food was really great, really enjoyed the food and it was well priced. just the condition of the table itself that was a little off putting. The table could probably do with steam cleaning as it’s pretty grimey

Bacon was undercooked. Sausages mushy and cheap and undercooked. It wasn't good at all. Very disappointed after reading other reviews.

Great cappuccino and a bacon butty. Then some fatherless herring gull stole half of it. The Kurdish barber who was my next port of call said it served me right for eating bacon. It is so bad for us on religious and medical grounds he...

Me and my wife had breakfast here very good service breakfast good but could be better..bigger piece of black pudding far to thin and a better quality sausage...all in all good breakfast will be back..

Good unpretentious food. You can get a good fry up and a decent coffee in the same place. Fast, friendly and efficient service.

Very poor food and we had the impression that the waiter at the till was almost bothered by our presence (did not say hello, not a smile). The prices are competitive so I guess this justifies the quality of the food and service.

Amazing breakfast friendly staff Lovely atmosphere, clean and tidy The decor makes the cafe Highly recommend.

We called in by chance as train was delayed and so glad we did! Both ordered Chorizo Chicken burgers which were delicious, moust and very filling. Will definitely return when in the area.

Yn brecwast da iawn! A fullsome, delicious and delightful vegetarian breakfast with fun and friendly staff, I'd gladly recommend Sophie's to get you set up for your journey back after a holiday in Aber! Staff were polite and dedicated. Informative when asked about the local...

After reading reviews about this place, the family and I decided to visit on Saturday. We were all looking forward to the meal as it seemingly was meant to be good. However it turned out to be a huge disappointment. We waited ages for our...

Brilliant. Don't let anything put you off going here. The food and drinks were all hot, fresh and served quickly . The staff were super nice and the price ridiculously reasonable. I would definitely go back and recommend others to! Fantastic!

Stopped here for a veggie breakfast and wasn't disappointed. It comes with mushrooms which I opted not to have, and a free tea/coffee. Cooked to perfection it was a great start to the day. It's listed very high on Tripadvisor and while I was there...

Small and busy cafe, clearly popular with the locals. Was visiting the town to see my student son, who told me that Sophie's was "the best place for breakfast in Aberystwyth" - we ended up there three mornings out of four! The cafe is cosy...

This was our first stay in Aberystwyth and after reading the trip advisor reviews we had to find this place . It was easy to spot as there was a queue waiting for the cafe to open . From the outside it looks pretty average but looks can be deceiving . It’s clean , the staff are friendly and efficient . Excellent Breakfast, lots of choice on the menu and good value . Will definitely be back. The trip advisor award is well deserved !!

Haven't been in much for the last 18 months for obvious reasons, but had time to call in today for a leisurely brekkie. Veggie Breakfast, coffee and orange juice, all for a tenner. Plenty of space (tables well distanced). Clean and fresh and inviting.Only problem is that they've stopped offering tinned tomatoes as an option with breakfast. For that I'd rate them as -999 stars, but that's not an option, so it'll have to be the usual 5 stars instead! But I really wish they'd bring them back. Grilled tomatoes are the food of the devil.

Good food. Friendly service. We had the club sandwich and salmon cream cheese sandwich. Good size. Not stingy on the sandwich fillings. Quick service.

Best food ever. Food looked clean fresh and home made it was such a nice change. Had normal English breakfast and on request the bacon was over cooked just how we like it, most places don't seem to hear this and then we don't eat it. Also the vegetarian breakfast was the best we've had this year. Sausages were the best veggie sausages ever with such a nice taste as they weren't those fake meat ones they were made from leek and potato or something. Utterly perfect. They had alternative milks so we could have oat milk latte. Partner had normal milk latte and said it was creamy and absolutely lovely. Had caramel latte and they didn't over do thr caramel nice change. Loads of vegan and vegetarian options here including vegan smoothies and milkshakes. Menu is so different and interesting you have such a good choice here.

Great place with a wide menu and a deep understanding of the variety of dietary preferences people have. Can be busy but for a very good reason! We always visit when in Aber

Our first ever visit to Aberystwyth was even more memorable due to a lovely lunch in Sophie’s. My Club sandwich was excellent as was my wife’s Salmon and cheese baked potato. Great find!

Unbelievably tasty vegan burger. Best I’ve ever had. Atmosphere so happy and chilled. Highly recommend.

I've been going to Sophie's for about 2 and a half years now, it's definitely the best place in town for breakfast. With a huge variety of top quality food at a good price, you cant go wrong! The staff are really what makes the place so special, they're all so lovely and attentive and are always up for a bit of a natter, sad to see some of them leave!

Sophie’s is top of my list when it comes to places to eat in Aberystwyth, I can’t help but go back again and again. The staff are lovely, friendly, and are very helpful. The food hits the spot every time. If you live in aber or your just visiting your missing out if you don’t go.

Been coming here on weekly basis for basically 2 years now, it's unrivalled for breakfast and lunch. Strongly suggest getting the Mike'n'Cheese.

My favourite place to go for food in Aber, can not go wrong! Excellent vegan options and the staff are so lovely!

Excellent drinks and food menu, perfect for breakfast and lunch. Staff are always helpful with orders, and have had plenty of changes to food and drink taken care of for dietary needs. Definitely worth a visit on holiday, and perfect for locals looking for frequent place to visit.

I’ve been to Sophie’s a few times when I’ve visited Aberystwyth and I am never disappointed! The staff are so friendly and really go above and beyond to make sure you’re catered too! They make you feel like a part of the family when you arrive and honestly, amazing customer service aside. The food alone is to die for I’ll always recommend going if you get a chance!

Always my favourite place to come to in Aber! Really friendly staff, great breakfast and the best milkshakes in Aber!

The waitresses here are the slowest on the planet! There’s always a wait of 15-20 mins (even on quieter days) before they take ur order. One of them is so busy flirting and prancing around that she forgets there’s customers waiting.Breakfast is average, nothing fancy! It’s over priced and not worth the time waiting.Shame really as it could be a great little business if these issues were resolved.

I reckon this cafe offers the best breakfasts in Aber. We had monster breakfasts including veggie, waffles & hash browns, lux white chocolate, juice, tea & coffee with oat milk. Absolutely delicious, cannot fault a thing, excellent portions too, we rolled out of there & will definitely return. Staff are excellent, lovely decorated clean cafe & v Covid compliant. Highly recommend!!

It had a really nice atmosphere, staff were lovely and friendly and the food was amazing. Would 100% recommend and will be visiting again soon!

Popped in for breakfast, a great range of things to choose from. Excellent food that came quickly and all the staff were lovely. Tables well spaced so didn't feel cramped but a good atmosphere. Would recommend the iced coffee!!

You can't go to Aber and *not* have a breakfast at Sophies.The staff are really friendly and the food is superb.I've been visiting Aber for 5 years and I make sure I go to Sophies at least once per visit. This time I was there for 3 days but managed 2 visits!Awesome cafe and staff.

We come to Aber every year and breakfast here is a must, the pretzel buns are divine and the luxury milkshakes are fantastic, everyone is always so nice there, it’s got a really friendly atmosphere.

Ate here today, as we were recommended by a friend. Amazing food & drinks at a reasonable price. Very wide menu for all appetites, and really delicious. Staff were very friendly & were happy to chat and clear up any questions. Highly recommended!!

Always rely on this place for the best breakfast in town! Always the monster American! Great staff, amazing food & never had any issues!

Had sophie’s hash including artichoke and potatoes. All the food was exceptionally tasty and the food was reasonably priced. Definitely would recommend for a tasty breakfast

Stop here for breakfast today, food was great and not expensive. Staff were very friendly would definitely go back

Whilst staying in Aberystwyth for work, I thought I would treat myself to a cheeky breakfast. Got a good feel for the place as soon as I walked in. Staff were really friendly and helpful. Got lucky as they have an offer on Tuesday's. Half breakfast with juice for a fiver. Half breakfast doesn't really do it justice. One each of sausage, egg, bacon, beans, toast and black pudding. Arrived quickly, hot and good quality. Huge glass of oj and a cup of tea to boot. Nice atmosphere, good music, and the lad working there seemed to have great rapport with his customers. Will definitely be back

On a nostalgic trip back to Aberystwyth 10 years after uni, my friends and I decided to have our Sunday morning breakfast at Sophie’s as we used to always go to The Upper Limit for hungover breakfast during our uni years! We arrived for 9:30 and were there when they opened. The fact there was 6 of us posed a problem and they didn’t have anywhere to seat us all together, meaning we had to split across two tables with a huge wooden screen between us. I had the vegan breakfast, and the food was a lot cheaper and greasier than I remember - but perhaps I’ve just grown more discerning in my old age! There were plenty of waiting staff working, but on a few occasions we had to ask a couple of times for things we’d ordered (sugars for hot drinks, toast with the breakfasts).

Visited here on the first say of our trip for breakfast, very friendly staff members, who had us seated very quickly. The room was lit beautifully with pretty lights. The waitress, was super friendly and very energetic! Had the food and drinks to us within record time! Food was delicious, and reasonably priced! I would defiantly recommend here for breakfast/ brunch.

We found this place after a Google search so thought we would give if a try.Very friendly staff and Covid aware. We felt very safe here even though it was busy. Had a big breakfast two days running to set us up for the day. The coffee was very good too.Next visit to Wales we will be back..

Visited here with my friend, very COVID aware and safe. Really good range of food, we had delicious sandwiches and lovely coffee. The serving staff were AMAZING and so friendly, we were served by a lovely lady and gent whose name we didn’t catch and a lovely friendly girl called morelle. Would highly recommend.

Amazing Vegan and gluten free breakfast!This is my 2nd visit to Sophies for breakfast and was not disappointed. Hash browns sausages beans tomatoes mushrooms toast. Range of teas. There is risk of CC so be aware if coeliac let them know when you order. I need to go back and try the lunch options!

The breakfast was wonderful. Although we had a long wait to get a table once we sat down and put our order in the food came quickly & hot. The staff were very busy and so the drinks came a little late however all this is a sign of a popular place. It was nice to have the option to build your own breakfast. My girlfriend enjoyed a lovely American style waffle which she says was gorgeous. Will sure to be back.

Food wasn’t the best. Had the avocado on toast with poached egg and salmon, however the avocado did not seem fresh, with black bits throughout it. The food was also bland with not even any salt, pepper or chilli flakes on the avocado or egg. However, the decor was cute and the hash browns were nice.

Was busy so we had to queue outside. The staff asked a couple on table for 4 if they would mind moving so we as a foursome could have that table. Well impressed. We had breakfast and both the service and the food were excellent. Would recommend Sophie's.

Breakfast here today en route to our holiday- best breakfast we’ve ever had! So fresh and tasty- quality produce and neatly presented. Bubbly efficient waitress and polite gentleman serving us- this is the ONLY place to eat if you want excellent food and service in Aberystwyth. Look forward to travelling here again.

We were travelling through Aberystwyth and chose here based on the reviews. They were correct. It didn’t look much from the outside but the staff were so lovely it helped us hang around for a table. The menu was fairly simple but covered e basics. What surprised was the tastiness of the food. Yummy. Highly recommended by all 6 of us.

We loved our breakfast. A small wait, amazing service, great breakie, so many options to choose from - everyone was happy! Thank you!

Great menu choice...tasty, superbly cooked breakfast...and a cracking cup of coffee as well. Can't go wrong...but with Boris's 50% off this is dreamland!

First time eating out after lockdown and really enjoyed this little cafe. Nicely spaced out, good menu and friendly staff.

Came here for breakfast twice during a break away with my girlfriend. Food is good quality and there are plenty of options including a good selection of veggie and vegan dishes. Reasonably priced. Staff are really friendly. Inside and outside seating are both very relaxed. Would highly recommend!

Had breakfast hear on holiday for a week, the staff are very Friendly food very good wood recommend to go there

Best breakfast we have had in the area for a long time. The ingredients were local, I think. The bacon was lovely and the egg was a lovely colour. The food was plentiful and I am glad we never ordered the full breakfast as it would have been too much.We will definitely visit again when next in Aberystwyth.

We had breakfast here after seeing the reviews on Trip Advisor. We were not disappointed. Breakfast was the best we have had, bacon was spot on, eggs too, the whole plate was delicious. Home cooked and fresh food. The mug of tea was lovely and service really good. This has got to be the best place to have breakfast in the town, and good value for money.

Popped in for breakfast whilst in Aber. Breakfast menu has a lot of choice, including half size, vegetarian and American breakfasts with pancakes.Orders are taken at your table and food and drinks arrived quickly considering the restaurant was full. Full breakfast was really tasty and was a good portion size - American breakfast was superb with fluffy pancakes and perfect bacon.Coffee was very good and the choice between a pot or mug of tea was a nice option - as was the ability to have decaffeinated. Superb value for money and would definitely recommend for breakfast.

Quick and friendly service. Pot of tea, hot chocolate, toasted tea cake and scone, jam and cream for just over £8. Will call again.

Friendly welcome, short wait but was well worth it. Portions are huge and priced very reasonably. Best breakfast (particularly the sausages) I have ever had :)