The Aizle in Stirling

We have enjoyed visiting The Aizle many times over the past several years for both soup and a toastie or tea/coffee and cake. The staff are always friendly and efficient but the main attraction is the cakes which, although pricey are absolutely delicious. We had visited in May and had two teas and an americano coffee with hot milk and of course the cakes. Unfortunately, when we went there at the weekend, it is now apparently the practice to charge extra for the massive expense and effort involved in steaming a spoonful of milk to have with the coffee which means that a small cup of americano coffee which costs £2.65, presumably with cold milk, now has a surcharge of 75p, making it £3.40. We visit many restaurants and cafes and no-one else makes this additional charge so it really seems like greed. We won't be back.

Stopped by for lunch and found the service excellent, the menu filled with tempting treats and the atmosphere very friendly and relaxed. The portions of soup and quiche were big but we bought cakes to enjoy later (they were delicious). The staff were very good with our restless toddler and brought out a colouring book and crayons for her - a lovely touch which let us enjoy our meal in peace.

Visited today for light meal and coffee. Friendly and relaxing atmosphere. Lental shop and chilli so so good. Staff give service with a smile and nothing is a bother to them. Not rushed at all to finish our meal. Will definitely be back. Would recommend .

£4.80 for a double espresso that isn't even a double espresso is robbery. I paid nearly a tenner for 2 cups of watery pish and some shoddy customer service. I'm sorry if that's what the machine says. But if you actually cared about coffee you would be well aware that you did not serve me what I asked and paid for.

Lovely quiet eatery with spacious seating and table arrangements. Great service from friendly staff and food is really good and tasty. However limited menue that does not suit everyone's taste. Can be a bit pricey for a garden type restaurant. Would like to see more traditional food like steak pie (without the Ale) fish and chips etc. However the less food and experience of our visit was positive and will certainly be back. Thank you.