The Cosy Corner in Magherafelt

Been going to Ground shops for about 15 years. Probably won't be back after experiencing Magherafelt again today and the constant inconsistent coffee. Latte was watery and bitter, partner asked for vanilla but hers was even worse. Traybakes remain decent and are always the highlight of Ground. The main issue is that despite coming in at 11am on a Sunday and the place being quiet, the upstairs clearly hadn't been cleaned. Crumbs dirt and rubbish everywhere. The children's play area has a few toys which are broken and unsanitary. The lift has been out of order for quite some time and they serve the drinks on tiny uneven metal trays which have to be carried up 2 flights of stairs. Staff don't offer to help and 3 of them sat gormless behind the counter with no waiting customers. When you're charging almost £5 for a coffee you better be providing best in class. Ground unfortunately for the past couple of years simply hasn't, a shadow of it's former self where they coffee was worth a detour.

The Clarence has consistently sold the tastiest fish and chips in Ballyclare. I spoke with a delivery man for a local potato merchant, who claims to deliver the same type of spuds to all the nearby chip shops. Yet the difference in taste produced is incredible. However, The Clarence has always been first to increase the price of the menu and I remember saying I wouldn't buy a bag of chips if they went over £3.00 Then the owner priced his at £3.05.. Guess my response.. Now, you'd take the arm off a chip shop for a large chip for £3.00

We had a fantastic Sunday lunch. Excellent value. 20 pounds per person.

Great coffee lounge on the first floor and great staff - shame about the bitter, unpleasant coffee (I had an Americano).

Stopped here for a coffee. Staff gave very promptt service. Clean and friendly restaurant which the locals were frequenting. Coffee of a high standard & complimentary shortbread given also