Take Thyme in Carrickfergus

Gekozen voor de lunch, een heerlijk stuk vis geserveerd met krieltjes en een slaatje. Vriendelijke bediening in een gezellig ongedwongen kader dit samen met de collega's. We komen hier zeker terug

This place is a hidden gem. The staff are so friendly and welcoming. We have been here quite a few times and always really enjoyed the food. From salads to sandwiches the food is fresh and delicious. I would highly recommend.

Came across this cafe while attempting to revisit Courtyard cafe but unfortunately it was closed. Due to Covid we had to wait outside for a short while before a very friendly waitress invited us in asking if we wanted to sit inside or out. We initially said inside , gentleman told us to sit at table and someone would take our order, but as it seemed quite hot we decided we would sit outside. The gentleman told us in that case order here before you go out. Different ordering methods depending where you sit. He was rude and sharp at this stage. My wife and I both plumped for a salad. The gentleman took our order, when my wife asked for her bacon and chicken to be slightly warmed, well you think she had asked that he gave her all his money and family! We proceeded to table outside which had recently been vacated and still has cups and plates sitting on it. My wife piled them up and wiped table with napkins we had acquired. A waitress passed a few times but didn’t clear the plates. 10 minutes later the aforementioned gentlemen came out took the cups and plates. Commenting I presume these are not yours. I confirmed. He said our policy is that customers clear own table before and after their meal. Cups and plates he told us were disposable and could be put straight into bin. I realise this is due to Covid but I failed to see how we were to know as newcomers. I was ready to walk out there and then but my wife said no. Salad came and was nice enough but again due to Covid served on paper plates with wooden cutlery. Shortly after the couple at table next to us were leaving and sure enough they disposed of leftovers etc in nearby bin. The customer then proceeded to take a paper tissue out of his pocket and wiped the table. Not sure how hygienic that would be. I emptied our plates into near bin which was almost full Returned inside to pay where I was greeted by lovely friendly lady taking payment. Pity she couldn’t pass on some of her manners and friendliness to her work partner. Never been served by a ruder person.

Been a while since we had lunch at Take Thyme. The soup and my smoked chicken n salad sandwich was absolutely delicious and as always the staff were very friendly. There are several outdoor tables where you can sit with your dog, relax and enjoy lunch or a coffee.

This is a lovely discreet cafe set in a quiet corner of the Courtyard. The layout and design create a very peaceful ambience. There is a very comprehensive menu ,,competitively priced . The food is spot on. The staff are very friendly and they make time for their customers.. Take Thyme also has a very comprehensive deli counter and shelves filled with all sorts of savouries... Very tempting

Service is excellent. A range of different deli type foods. A good range of coffee types. Nice to sit outside in the good weather.

Lovely little deli for lunch and carry out food, great baguettes and homemade soups with excellent coffee and scones and muffins. Highly recommended

Very nice café with good quality food. Not a massive selection of food. Lovely coffee. Lovely cosy relaxing spot to eat and if a good day a few tables outside in peaceful garden. My only gripe is it is a bit expensive. A tuna sandwich and latte cost £7 which I think is a bit too much.

Can highly recommend the bacon Brie and cranberry sandwich. Very tasty and affordable, good quality food. Friendly owners and nice spot for a lunch!

Take Tyme is undoubtedly a hidden treasure... My wife and I have visited a number of times and today has been very special, the staff are so pleasant and helpful, necessary qualities to ensure the ongoing success of the above... we look forward to returning ASAP.👍

I’ve visited this lovely cafe many times, so it’s long overdue an excellent review. It’s in a nice quiet spot at the back of the courtyard, with a small outside seating area. The food, coffee and service are always great and there’s always plenty of choice on the menu. Their well-filled sandwiches are amazing. I really love the unusual foods that you can buy to take home or you can make up food hampers as a gift for food lovers.

This is a beautiful location. We decided to have a coffee outside which was rather watery and the order took a rather long time. The toilet is in another building. Otherwise a very pleasant place.

Well worth a visit, friendly staff. Excellent food, especially salads. Would recommend the Smoked chicken.

When we are seeking somewhere for extent salads, soup, sandwiches or deli food in the Belfast area Christine's Take Thyme restaurant is inevitably the place that comes to mind. Today was such a day. It was chilly, rainy and blustery and by 1:30 hunger had struck and we wanted lunch. Christine was behind the counter and the soup was hot. One of the mysteries is how Christine always seems to source the freshest greens and vegetables in Northern Ireland, but she seems to do so year after year. Salads or sandwiches include your choice of multiple ingredients often including Sun kissed tomatoes and balsamic onions, both of which are excellent and mean that, at least to our taste, no dressing is needed. An excellent choice for lunch and to my mind the best in the Antrim / County Down region. ATB LIG

I was looking for somewhere to have coffee and discovered this great little place tucked away in a pretty courtyard. The staff were lovely and my apple and Cinammon scone was the best I have tasted and home made. There were quite a variety of other flavours to try and I certainly intend to go back and work my way through the options and also sample lunch.

I went here with friends while visiting Northern Ireland and absolutely loved it. There are no negatives about this place. Across the street from the castle and tucked in a nice little courtyard make this cafe/restaurant perfect for a relaxing time. I ordered the ploughmans platter and a double mocha. Everything was delicious and prompt. Another bonus is all of the local food items for sale in their shop.

So far have only had coffee here, while enjoying the peace in the lovely garden. That was served very pleasantly on each occasion. A lovely place to escape the madding crowd.

We came in here for to have some brunch. There was a delicious smell of bacon coming out of the kitchen. So not being able to resist that I actually ordered bacon with french toast and an Americano. `Take Thyme `also has a lovely delicatessen as well as shelves stacked with marmalade, jams, honey and all sorts of biscuits. Should you need a gift hamper, they will do one up for you as well. During the summer season there are tables outside for you to sit and eat in the lovely Court Yard. Opening hours are from 10 - 4 every day except for Sunday.

Este es un pequeño paraíso, es como estar en otro mundo, primera vez probando tome tomillo y sin duda no será la última, que es una delicatessen ocupados, pero bien vale la pena la espera, hay asientos dentro y fuera, y en los cálidos días soleados o es precioso para sentarse y ver pasar el mundo. Y el personal es encantador, el propietario es muy servicial y muy amable, la comida es fresca y hecha a la orden. así que vale la pena una visita, y muy razonable. Es un delicatessen acogedor y agradable para parejas que quieran algo de tiempo.

La comida no está mal. Cuando pedimos una taza en vez de chica taza dijo no tuvimos ninguno. Cuando otro cliente pedido té. Eran una taza y platillo 😂 😂 personal dado que necesito un poco de entrenamiento

Visited here after reading reviews on trip advisor and was not dissapointed, was just after a brew and a quick snack before traveling the coast road as wwe couldnt see anything we fancied the lady kindly offered to make us a bacon butty that wasnt on the menu and this definatly hit the spot. cooked to perfection and my husband was most impressed that all rind was removed( he is very fussy and hard to please) so for him to say this was amazing then it truly must be its a hidden gem off the main road .

Nice and quiet little restaurant. Friendly staff. Well hidden back off street so quiet and peaceful.

Didn't know this place existed! I was pleasantly surprised when we were queuing to get into the nearby coffee shop and someone else in the line recommended it, so went. It is small but the traybakes/scones and coffee were lovely and the staff friendly. Reasonable prices too

Although the Take Thyme is small and off the Main Street ,it is a very pleasant place to meet friends and have coffee or light lunch, it also sells a wide variety of delicatessen foods.

Enjoyed a pleasant soup, toasted sandwich and coffee here, the venue is lovely, a courtyard garden the sun was shining, birds singing, peaceful and homely, it's not a huge shop and we were disappointed there weren't high chairs, but we managed and would happily return.

Great little off the beaten track coffee shop / delicatessen.Tucked away in the back right hand corner of the Courtyard a real gem.Great coffee and food, plus they sell "Patchwork" Pate!Great friendly staff!

One of Carrickfergus hidden gems. Such a lovely surroundings, Beautiful character and ambiance. A must visit for anyone looking for a peaceful and chilled out coffee catch up or lunch. Owners and staff are warm and friendly. You won't be disappointed.

I found this little courtyard by sheer chance a few weeks ago on my way to a meeting and was determined to come back at a weekend. I did and it was really worth the effort - we live on the south side of the Lough so it's a 60-mile round trip. This is a lovely coffee shop come delicatessen, selling a nice range of food. I opted for pancakes and bacon which were excellent along with a very good coffee. It was a beautiful sunny day and the little courtyard was bathed in sun and you had the option of sitting outside. The cafe is part of a little cluster of gift shops and a well stocked wool shop so altogether offer a great reason to make the journey.

Tucked at the back of the courtyard is the coffee shop with delicatessen, a great place to pick up a gift for foodie friends. We had the Caesar salad wrap and the brie and bacon baguette, both were excellent but the crisps on the side were a little disappointing. A nice place for a quiet lunch.

We have enjoyed many relaxing visits to this cosy hideaway for coffee and scones. We have also found it to be a great spot for a tasty Saturday morning breakfast. Hospitality of owner and staff is first class. We shall be back!

Sweet cafe and delicatesen, owner very welcoming, bery personal service. Lovely for lunches and food purchases. Speciality products also great for presents in quaint location. A hidden refuge from busy everyday life. Well worth a visit.

Nice Coffee, relate (leaves) offers sandwiches panini's toasted sandwiches etc. Also sells lovely cheeses honey & a varity small produces.

Had perfect lunch today, sitting outside Take Tyme in the Old Courtyard. Just coffee and sandwiches but really good. Brilliant service too. Highly recommended. See pic.

I called in here to buy some cheese because it is the closest I can get to the cheese of my homeland. There is a great variety of lovely delicatessen in the cafe area. I ordered some of their soup with wheaten bread. Along with a cappuccino I split a lovely cheesecake dessert with Nina, my friend from Parlour Yarns, which is next door. You can buy all sorts of colourful wool and take classes there. Also outside in the wonderful courtyard is the artist Tom Stephenson, his studio is very well worth looking into.

Excellent snack food and range of teas and coffees. Sandwiches are unbeatable and you can get takeaways as well. Deli is also worth a visit and like myself, you will go back. Guaranteed.

I cannot praise Take Thyme enough, their food is amazing, their coffee delicious and their atmosphere is full of warmth and hospitality. A definite stop if your are looking for a relaxed atmosphere combined with a warm welcome. #lovetakethyme

This place is hidden away in a delightful grove filled with bog oak furniture and ornamental trees. Parlour Yarns and the art gallery / studio of Thomas Joseph Stephenson are here, too. We were here to buy cheese, they sell many specialist varieties. Take Thyme seems to be half shop, half restaurant. They score a maximum 5 out of 5 on their "score on the doors" hygiene rating. The staff were friendly. Great view to the grove outside.

Can't praise Take Thyme and their staff enough - they are so welcoming and their food/coffee are an absolute delight. I'm a keen coffee connoisseur and rate theirs high up there, definitely by far the best in Carrickfergus. A must visit for those looking for a relaxing time whilst enjoying something moreish.

I am glad to report this is an excellent deli. My granddaughter will only eat their ham. The coffee is really good as is any of their sandwiches scones or toasted sandwiches. The staff are really friendly and helpful. Nothing is too much trouble. Always ready to make right anything for their customers. They also do really nice hampers for gifts all year round. Christmas means a cheese hamper for my son-in-law, he is not happy if he dosen't get his cheese hamper. Happy New Year to all at Take Thyme.

We visit the restaurant regularly usually just for coffee. It has a beautiful garden location. The staff are friendly always and we love the coffee. Recommend it without reservation

Wasn't impressed with the quality of the coffee. The neighbouring courtyard coffee house is much better.

A warm welcome in a beautiful location with friendly staff. Their coffee is superb and by far the best in Carrickfergus. I frequently enjoy meeting friends here as we love soaking up the atmosphere, aromas and tasty food.

Visit this cafe with friends on a weekly visit as the staff are friendly and the food is excellent. I love the warm welcome received from the staff.

This is a really nice place with great food and very friendly staff, all their food is freshly made and they have a wide range of teas and coffee. A great place to relax and enjoy the food, the staff are wonderful and make you feel at home. Well done

Visited for soup and a sandwich over lunch time. Great service, great food, very friendly attentive staff and good value. Food to go from the deli is delicious.

I called in today for first time ever. It is a little oasis near the sea with a courtyard outside. You can also sit inside. My sandwich was massive and delicious. The coffee was great too. If you have kids they enjoy playing outside when you are ordering. There are lots of other shops. Get you hair or nails done! I will definetly be back. The staff couldnt have been more helpful.

I love Take Thyme! I love meeting a friend there with our young children and I find the staff are so pleasant and lovely. While the food is amazing and the courtyard is beautiful, it really is the child friendly atmosphere that I love the most. They so takeaway too so great for picnic supplies for the park on a sunny day and when it comes into the colder months, the homemade soups are really tasty and warming. Will definitely be back time and again, a really winner and a happy, friendly place to eat.

Sat out in the sun under a hollow treeWatched out for a glimpse of the seaSunk my weary feet in the green grassAnd relaxed with a cuppa and had a good gasAnd munched on my delicious Rocky Road Immersed in total relax mode

I always pop in there when shopping in The Courtyard. It's the nicest little gem of a shopping place in the town. Just outside the town centre, it has parking opposite in the Marine Gardens. The cafe has many "regulars" is attractive, has good food on the menu and when you have eaten there is the peaceful little "oasis" through to the back where Parlour Yarns, a Gallery and other shops are. It's a lovely garden area especially when the cherry blossoms are blooming.

call here for lunch the service is second to none and the owner is extremely welcoming, christine always has a smile and will ask how you are. this place is hidden at the back of the courtyard and is a great wee gem. the fact that its hidden away does not detract from having customers there, the place could be filled twice over at lunch timethe soup is always something different that your standard tomato or veg broth. Ive yet to have a soup here i dont like. the wee delicatessens part means you can have the most interesting toasties the smoked chicken and sun roasted tomatoes are a must.

Lovely peaceful outdoor space on a warm day for coffee or lunch. Nice staff and good service with the benefit of the boutique deli for something to take home

A hidden treasure in the Courtyard complexion Carrickfergus. A perfect spot for a light snack or lunch. Homemade soups, sandwiches and excellent deli ingredients to take home.

Great spot for lunch - highly recommended. Food and service are both excellent. Great for soups and sandwiches and other lite bites

I found the staff unhelpful and unfriendly here. I was never offered a high chair from staff and saw none available. It took staff three attempts to get my order correct. I would not return here and would not recommend this cafe for people with young children as we did not feel very welcome. The toilet was located in another building with a window that was attached to another room with people in it which made you feel very exposed and uncomfortable.

Carrickfergus Courtyard (http://www.causewaycoastalrouterestaurants.com/belfast-restaurants-copy.html) is a great asset for Carrickfergus. Having Take Thyme at the back of the inner courtyard, with its outdoor seating and cottage style appearance, is something special. All food is freshly prepared and good quality - and served by friendly staff, with Christine at the helm. Saturday breakfasts are a feature. In good weather (!) an outdoor table is a must, but be prepared to wait a little if it's busy. The deli counter inside is worth a visit, with a good selection of cheeses, pate etc. to take away. In springtime, the grass is buried in a sea of cherry blossom and quite magical. There is good competition not far away in the outer courtyard, but the cuisine is different. If you're touring the Antrim Coast, drop in to Take Thyme for a tea or coffee, and the cheesecake is to die for...

By any other name , a DELI. Situated in The Courtyard, Marine Highway, Carrickfergus. Excellent fresh food and breads. Good range of cheeses. Proper coffee and a range of teas. They make superb sandwiches and filled baguettes. Home made soup each day. Very well filled rolls etc. Normally just two staff on duty so if you have to wait 5 mins. it'll be well worth it. Inside / outside seating. Great place to eat if visiting Marine (pirate play) park.

Small establishment with minimal menu but good fresh food. Service can be slow but nice little quiet haven in middle of carrick

Stopped here for a quick bite to eat and asked for a chicken tikka sandwich. The tikka sauce was more like a paste .I had asked for a little and my sandwich was smothered in it. Not much choice in sandwiches really. However beautiful surroundings and a lot of attention to decor makes it a relaxing and enjoyable place to sit. Service a little slow

A little treasure to be found in the prettiest hidden courtyard . A deli with a lovely bunch of staff who make the eating experience great.

Take thyme is a quaint little deli in the courtyard in carrickfergus. It's surroundings are lovely especially when you can sit outside on a summers day and catchy up with friends whilst enjoying anything from homemade soup and rustic rolls to fully filled sandwiches of your choice with the freshest ingredients. You can have breakfast 'grease free' bacon and toast not like the usual you get when you are out that set you up for the day. The staff and owner are always happy pleasant an cheerful. Always ready for a chat and don't ignore any requests. Not only do they do great food and tasty speciality coffees but they have a vast array of preservatives and ingredients to buy, alongside knowledge of how best to use them. I can highly recommend Take Thyme for a coffee with friends, lunch with mum or finding some baking essentials that you can't get anywhere else. A+++

Take Thyme is a gorgeous little place where you can go to meet friends and have a delicious bite to eat. A wide variety of food and brilliant service, nothing is too much to ask. I love visiting this cute place and enjoy the food every time!

Take Tyme is a great little spot to spend time and meet with friends. The atmosphere is fantastic and the food well presented and served. Very tasty soup especially with a filled roll. Ideal for lunch. Great selection of teas and coffees. Something for everyone. The staff are very friendly, well presented and go to great effort to provide an excellent service. This is more than a coffee shop. Its a place with shelves packed with all kinds of items e.g. Jams ,Teas, Chocolates, Biscuits, and so much more. A well stocked deli counter to purchase and take home and enjoy. One of my favourite places and will be returning to again.

Just stopped for a quick coffee and a snack..the coffee shop had only a few people in... It took 20mins after I ordered my coffee to get it..:( and having asked for it not to be too hot I received it boiling hot so took and extra 20mins before I cud drink it. Not a great selection in the salad bar for a sandwich so I opted for a tray bake, shop looked cosy with lots of things to look at but just not enough to make me want to go back if I was in a hurry.

This lovely hidden gem at the back of the Courtyard in Carrickfergus is a must visit! With a wide range of yummy soups, sandwiches and wraps and the nicest coffee and tea in the town! Their páte is to die for! I especially love the deli counter filled with a selection of cheeses, meats and coleslaw etc to take home! Also don't be afraid to browse the shelves as you're sure to find some quirky little gifts and amazing Butlers chocolates! The staff are always friendly and go out of their way to make you feel welcome, Take Thyme would be my choice for lunch in Carrickfergus every time :)

IF you are looking for somewhere to grab a bite, you must check out take thyme!!!Great food, atmosphere and perfect location!Love the staff also, always happy to help.

Right at the back of this Scotch Quarter courtyard lies an small cafe with exceptionally fresh & well made food. You can get one of the best cappuccinos in Ireland here. The staff & owner genuinely care about you. My Mum & dad love the made from scratch every day soup which sells out quickly & I love the fresh made to order salads.

I nearly regret writing this review because I love the place & wouldn't want it getting overloaded with people! It's a fantastic place, with friendly staff and a lovely atmosphere, I always make a point of calling in whenever I'm near! Don't expect hustle and bustle of a city cafe though, expect calm and tranquil surroundings with a smile :)

where can i start,great food great bar selection. if you like fish i'd highly recommend going there.The service was great AND there are very friendly waiters.My friends agree 100 percent also,My famiy love it too.love it love love love love love love love love love love it.Nuf said

Called in for lunch with my grandchild and I have to say I wasn't impressed. The service was terrible - really slow and it wasn't particularly busy. After all, how long can it take to make a couple of sandwiches. The food was okay but nothing special. It was overpriced and I wasn't even offered a top up of coffee in an attempt to make up for the delay.

Take thyme isn't fine dining, it is a deli/ café that serves interesting wholesome food, freshly prepared in a very friendly manner. Their smoked chicken Caesar salad with anchovy and sun dried tomato is a personal favourite which would easily make it to my " last supper" meal.The staff are consistently friendly and welcoming and it has a very relaxed vibe. There are few nicer places to sit than outside on a warm sunny day, though inside is also inviting.If I lived closer, it would become a regular favourite for lunch; perhaps the fact I don't get to visit very often makes it that bit more special when I do.

Love the atmosphere in this little cafe. Salads, toasties, paninis, soup and pâté. Perfect lunch time menu. I would recommend this place without a doubt. They even do a half toastie that comes with a little salad and coleslaw..... Take thyme also has gluten free on the menu. They also sell gluten free items, preserves, chutney and other odds and ends.

The staff was very friendly and helpful. The girl I was talking to blonde hair young had very good knowledge about all the food they stocked. I would highly recommend their sun blush tomato pesto, their various soup range and caesar salad. I will definitely be back.

The loveliest of spots hidden in an enchanted courtyard for coffee and food and friendly folk :-) You are bound to bring home some speciality cheese or ham or treat from the shelves.

Had lovely tea and coffee along with tasty buns, we ate outside in the lovely court yard, staff very friendly defiantly worth a visit!

Although most food here is reasonably priced I think the Coffee and scones are over priced to catch the larger market for these items.Quality wise food is good.

I love Take Thyme and come any time I want to feel like I've treated myself. Flavoursome food, friendly atmosphere, beautiful surrounds and smiling owner and staff. Very highly recommended!

Good foodGood locationGood serviceThis little cafe is definitely worth a visit. Sells jams, chutneys and makes and sells food hampers!

Great little spot in which to eat. Adventureous preparation of food. Good range of breads. Excellent coffee. Smiley service. Not expensive. The place to take that special friend, Aunt or whatever. Super range of proper tea. One of Carrickfergus' gems buried away in a courtyard.