The Cob Stop in Amber Valley

Poor availability of fillings but main issue is the staff. Not friendly and dismissive. customer service should be a priority not an effort!

Called in for the first time today as we aren't local. Choice is amazing, food is excellent and the lady serving was lovely . Thank you for being patient while I faffed about deciding what to have.

I’m not from Derbyshire, but visit the Amber Valley corner of the county regularly, and this little spot in Ripley frequently pops up in conversations about good places to grab a bite to eat. So I visited for the first time recently, and was very impressed with the great variety of options that were available, the standard and quality of the food I ordered, the level of service, and the cleanliness of the little cafe. For the uninitiated, the word ‘cob’ refers to a bread roll. All around the U.K., and certainly in the East Midlands, you'll often hear a bread roll being called a cob. Locals claim it's the original word to describe the bread roll. It can be soft or crusty, white or brown. And it’s the huge variety of cobs that The Cob Stop does well! You’ll be spoiled for choice, as the menu board indicates. But there’s also sandwiches, paninis, jacket potatoes and salad boxes, and the welcoming option to ask, if your choice is not displayed. There’s also a delectable selection of cakes, slices and little tarts to complement your cob. I ordered a hot roast beef cob, with onions, as a few people had recommended it. The cob was large, fresh and soft. The filling was very generous, hot, and also very fresh. It was freshly prepared, and it came wrapped in foil to retain the heat. It was delicious. At £2.95 it was excellent value. I also ordered a custard tart, which was delicious. Locals I know sing the praises of this spot. I join that chorus. It’s take-out only, and COVID19 secure in line with current government guidelines. There’s also a wide selection of hot and cold drinks available, as well as the likes of sweets, chocolates and crisps. It’s on Ripley’s High Street, opposite the town’s market place. I was on foot so not sure of the parking situation right by the outlet. There are certainly designated car parks within walking distance.

Whenever I'm in Ripley, I always make a visit here because their cobs are fantastic and generously filled for a reasonable price. Good range of fillings, savory snacks and cakes. Highly recommended, best cob shop I know of!

Use this shop quite a lot in the week staff are so helpful even when their in the back prepping their always quick to serve you its a very busy little shop the owners must be so proud of the ladies that work for them food is great plenty of choice always fresh

I titled this one as above as I can't fault the food and the prices. I am always well satisfied with both. The problem is the staff, as the post above, you do get the impression that some of them don't want to serve you at front of house and are busy in the back. They also couldn't raise a smile between them I'm sure. Not very good customer service. It does make me reluctant to call in I have to say. but the food is very good.

Fabulous choice of cob fillings, very clean and good prices. Can I just say... The new Saturday girl is wonderful, so pleasant, so friendly and always has a smile on her face, it’s lovely to come and visit. Thankyou for never disappointing, I will be back for another ham salad cob! Simon

In the middle of Ripely by traffic lights and poor parking if even available. Sandwiches reasonable but service could be improved. Not certain staff want to serve you. Quite a good choice of food but make sure the wrapping is secure otherwise it could fall out like mine.

Good for take away food always well made and enjoyable been visiting for years when need food on the go