The Dutchess in Powys

Came across this cafe and decided to go in as they were okay with dogs. First impressions were the decor wasn't my thing but that's just me... You might like it! The majority of the place looked clean, however there were a few points me and my partner noticed; the covers for the chairs were very dirty and it wasn't fresh dirt either. The salt, pepper and sugar pot on the table were visibly dirty so we weren't really comfortable using them tbh. I didn't find the place great value for money, it was overpriced for what it was but the breakfast was cooked well so I have no complaints on the food quality but it didn't fit the price. The drinks however were below par, almost £4 for a flat white and it was shocking; worst coffee I've ever had as it was pretty much all milk. Would I visit again if I was in Brecon? Probably not, and I'd probably be happier with popping in the coffee1 for a snack and save abit of money.

Delicious orange cake. The hot chocolate and milkshake need to come with a health warning, serious amounts of whipped cream - perfect for those with a sweet tooth! Loads of cake and drinks on offer too. Really worth a visit if you're in Brecon.

Very nice ambience, tastefully decorated and excellent, polite and well turned out staff. We had afternoon tea which was faultless, a great selection and plenty of fare. If you want to experience afternoon tea as it should be I wouldn't hesitate to visit this bistro restaurant. One thing I did appreciate is that fact that they allow well behaved dogs, they even provide bowls of water for them. Not cheap but worth the experience.

This is a lovely wee coffee shop. The décor is really nice and the tables laid with proper cloths. They were busy when we popped in but we managed to get a table. The service was ok, the staff were ok, the coffee was ok, but a smile could have gone a long way to make everything so much better. I know they were busy but hey, it's what they do. Being busy makes the till ring, so don't be dour, be happy.

Good food, good service, excellent decoration and dogs welcome inside and out. Catered for the dog first and then the humans.

Cheerful staff, good value, lovely to support a unique local place that changes the decor to go with the seasons! Try the dirty chai latte 👌

Enjoyed a lovely meal at this very pretty restaurant. The cawl was delicious with plenty of lamb. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Well worth a visit. Look forward to a lovely day at Brecon soon and a dish of the lovely cawl.

I’ve been coming here since they opened in 2018, it’s always been a homely place for me, I had my baby shower there and have taken my little one there often, the staff have watched her grow up and have always been super friendly and so welcoming. We’ve been here for a catch up with friends, family meals, hungover Sunday breakfast. The food is absolutely amazing (big shout of to the Glamorgan veggie sausage toastie 1000/10) it’s a beautiful addition to our town and I would most definitely recommend if you’re visiting Brecon. Thank you Dutchess for another beautiful meal 🥰

Delicious breakfast this morning, great options for meat/vegetarian/vegans. Like sitting in a summer garden party - lovely cafe! Fast, friendly and efficient service, we’ll definitely return. Takeaway drinks available too.

We stopped in while on a work trip in the area today, we hadn’t booked but The Dutchess staff didn’t blink an eye and soon moved a couple of tables to accommodate our party of seven - there are not many places that that would happen these days. The menu is fairly small but plenty to choose from and whilst there was a little bit of a wait for food it was clear that everything was freshly cooked to order and worth waiting for. My chai latte was probably the best I have ever had. The food was very reasonably priced and we all left feeling grateful that our initial plans of somewhere to eat had fallen through. The cafe was busy, the staff were really friendly. I saw another table who looked to be having an afternoon tea which also looked very tasty. Well done to The Dutchess, the only downside is it is so far from my home 😂

Wife had poached eggs on toast and I had the full welsh with locally sourced bacon and sausage, egg, hash brown, mushrooms, beans and toast. Cooked fresh to order and served with a smile on a warm plate.

A welcoming smile from the staff was an excellent beginning and continued on with delicious food. Well done and we will definitely be visiting again

My wife and I went for breakfast. Could not fault the quality of the breakfast apart from the fact that everything was cold because it was served on a stone cold plate. Tea was served in a very fancy teapot which poured tea all over the table ! It was not our fault as the two ladies on the next table had the same problem.

This place has the catch of the market, which is possibly why it was so busy. Thought of eating here, but after visiting the toilet which gives you sight of the kitchen, I decided to eat elsewhere. It was just lunchtime, the floor in the kitchen was filthy, there was food laying there on the floor, discarded napkins, other bits under the cabinets - just generally dirty. The working area looked a complete shambles. I will not be heading here again, not even for a can if drink.

We stopped in Brecon on our journey back from visiting family on bank holiday Monday. We were beginning to worry that we wouldn't find anything decent to eat but then we found the duchess. Their homemade rose lemonade was very refreshing with a lovely sweet and sherbet flavour, it reminded us of rose Turkish delight. I had the lamb kofta with mint yoghurt, which they were happy to serve with salad and fries instead of the pitta as I don't eat bread. The flavours were perfect and the salad was fresh and tasty. My husband had a very good burger with rarebit, in tomato fondue, gherkin, American mustard with fries, salad and coleslaw. He was very pleased with his meal. There was a bit of a wait because of the large number of people eating but this was not a problem as we were informed of the slight wait when we ordered and the food and the service was impeccable. All of the waiting staff were polite, friendly and efficient, and went out of their way to accommodate us. We will most definitely visit again next time we are in the area.

Had lunch at the Duchess today. My husband salad was good. My ham and cheese toaster was the worst I have ever had. A thin piece of preformed ham and a cheese slice on extremely soggy bread. Way over priced at over £7.00. Will not...

I’d booked the Dutchess for afternoon tea as part of my girlfriends 60th birthday celebrations after reading some of the reviews on here. All I can say is that the reviews were spot on. The afternoon tea was just wonderful and the staff very friendly...

We went here for breakfast , fried eggs were so hard and burnt underneath . I returned my to be replaced by scrambled egg......again awful! Not cooked properly and very dry. Went to pay , complained , offer 10% discount . Really! Two breakfast, both...

A lovely light lunch, delicious Welsh rabbit and salad. Very friendly staff. No problem going in to pay with my dog. Individual water bowl for my dog on a very hot day much appreciated – as were refills! Also very impressed by ladies toilet with...

Fijne plek, aardig personeel en snelle bediening. Zelfs met een grote groep was het geen probleem. Brecon ook een leuk...

Awesome breakfast, we had a sausage breakfast roll and duchess breakfast with tea and latte. Very tasty. Lovely staff too.

We had asked in the antique shop where to go for lunch and were directed to this beautiful little place. Lovely furnishings, decor and dainty china. The menfolk were disappointed that we had missed the time for the all day breakfast, but soon cheered by...

We both had the Duchess Breakfast, the quality of the food and the lovely efficient staff were second to none. 10/10

Beautiful GF cake, thankyou so much. Gorgeous place as well. Beautiful decor and friendly staff. Thankyou

What a quaint little place, so lovely and such a warm welcome. We were served the best full English I have had in along time. presentation was perfect and the food was lovely and hot. I'm a fuss pot when it comes to breakfast sausages...

Amazing cute decor shop. Food was lovely, staff were great. Definitely recommend. The deserts were amazing and for 2 fussy girls, one cleared the plate and one asked to box the rest up because she was full and it was too nice to waste

We stopped at the dutchess for lunch on are way to holiday and for breakfast on the way back both meals were fantastic and the staff were very welcoming to our family ( 5 adults and a 14 year old child) and 3 dogs Evan...

Came with my friend on the Tuesday the 26th and went on to come here another two occasions with my mum in the Same Week, that's how highly I rated this Cafe. Absolutely lovely staff, extremely friendly and pleasant. Great selection of food, cakes and...

Staff very friendly on arrival. Lots of choice on the menu. We were going to just have a drink but ordered fries too. A lovely hot chocolate and a great selection of ice cream milkshakes! Would recommend.

I have visited this place today for lunch with my friend, we had some coffee and sandwiches. Amazing food, amazing atmosphere. Staff were amazing. Thanks to the team and chef for a great experience. Highly recommended.

We visited here after numerous visits before and was disappointed for the first time. We didn’t book and popped in on the off chance to be told we could have a table next door. Service was very slow but this was due to not being...

We visited for a half term treat, and weren’t disappointed. I’d phoned last week to book, and the staff were friendly, helpful and accommodating on the phone. When we arrived our table was waiting for us, beautifully laid out. The sandwich and cake selection were...

Had the High Tea today, spoilt for choice! Beautiful buns, perfect pastries and spectacular scones. Endless cups of tea and wonderful service in a warm and relaxing atmosphere. Already planning next visit with even more friends. Thank you all and especially owners Esther and Paul...

The service was very friendly, attentive, and quick. The food was excellent - we had the lamb cawl and a Hawaiian toastie. We highly recommend and will return!

Great service when they were super busy on a rainy Saturday afternoon, food was excellent, fresh and well priced. We didn’t try the cakes as both had toasted sandwiches, chicken pesto was top class and daughter had the sausage and chilli jam which was excellent,...

Rather disappointing visit having previously loved eating here, in fairness probably due to Covid, the menu is quite sparse and most things involved Welsh Rarebit which I do love, but my wife can’t eat cheese. 1 if the kids had a cheese toastie for £5...

My wife had the pesto and chicken toasted sandwich and I had the House Burger with bacon and it was fabulous. Dawn loved her very tasty toastie and the humongous side order of fries which our doggies enjoyed too. Great atmosphere and great food served...

Lovely little find. Nothing over elaborate on the menu but a fabulous selection of light lunch options (even though the portion sizes were not light). I had the days special of chicken and pesto cheese toastie and my husband had the burger. Both meals were...

Very friendly staff and excellent food. Thanks. Clean too. Amazing. No more to write but won't submit. Tip - much better to keep it short and sweet.

Such a pretty place, food is outstanding! I had homemade lasagne which was underpriced in my opinion. One of the best places to eat in Brecon 😊

We found The Dutchess by chance when we stopped in Brecon on a whim on a Sunday and what a great place to find! We were greeted warmly and asked to complete track and trace information which was absolutely fine. Before long the place had...

A cheerful and tranquil oasis during a recent road trip, with excellent vegan options as well. The team were warm and lovely (thank you, we'll be back!)

Visited Brecon on 5th January and wanted lunch and found this place open. The A- board outside advertising Pork Stroganoff & Rice rather reeled me in. My partner had the traditional Welsh Cawl (lamb & veg stew) served with a generous chunk of Caerphilly Cheese...

Great service, very friendly staff and quaint decore. The pulled pork sandwich was delicious. Highly recommended.

This is a little gem of a place. Very quaint and homely, with really friendly staff. The food was amazing and we found it really reasonable. Between our family of 5 we had the cheeseburger, Welsh rarebit, waffles and toasted cheese sandwich - all of...

Called in for a light lunch today, a warm welcome from the staff , Both had Welsh Rarebit which was really tasty,and Victoria sponge which was very nice. We'll be back

A lovely welcome. Excellent COVID arrangements. Staff so nice. Served by a very helpful Dennita. Bana and Toffee sauce waffle wow. Cawl very good as well. Sensibly priced.

We have just had an afternoon tea for our daughters birthday. The welcome, service and food could not be faulted

Popped in for refreshments and we were not disappointed. Very nice and great service. Well worth a visit and a very easy recommend.

Cosy, clean and well kept with friendly staff, and good quality food! What more could you ask for :-) Looking forward to our next visit. Thank you!

Excellent food, service and attention to detail. The Christmas windows made it even more special. We really toasted our soon to be new arrival in style. I Cannot recommend enough if you want a function area, fab coffee also.

Found this gem when Christmas shopping. Lovely decor and service. We only had a coffee and flapjack on this occasion but all the other dishes we saw being served looked yummy!

A ray of sunshine on a rainy day. Really pretty inside with quaint cute decorations. Tea in proper China and teapots. Dog friendly. Lovely welcome and lovely staff. Would be perfect for an afternoon tea and surprise for a birthday or event. Highly recommended.

Stopped off for a coffee and cake and it is such a lovely cafe, decor is pretty and the carrot cake was so light and fluffy. The two ladies were very friendly and welcoming. Definitely recommend for a stop off, we had already had breakfast...

Fab place to stop for a coffee and cake in Brecon. Enjoyed a tasty coconut and chocolate flapjack and lovely hot chocolate. The decor is super pretty and Christmassy with a gorgeous tree inside. Staff were very helpful, thank you for a lovely visit.

Excellent food and service, lovely surroundings to enjoy a relaxing cup of tea and Latte with dairy free and gluten free Victoria sandwich. Well worth a visit.

Chose this cafe on the strength of Trip Adviser reviews, but disappointed. Food overcooked and served up luke warm. Staff inattentive, even with very few customers. First and last visit; would not recommend

The place is lovely and the staff is very friendly and helpful. Price and portion size are generous, with the exception of the Boeuf Bourguignon, the portions were a bit small for what we paid, but it was really nice and tasty as it should...

Had a day out in beacon .we decided to have breakfast in the dutchess I have to say we were very pleased the place is very quaint very clean some very nice touches and the food was excellent also the staff were friendly and attentive...

Very nice coffee shop with food, dog friendly both inside and outside, we had hot chocolates and Apple pie, extremely lovely. Nice clean toilets and friendly service

My husband and I popped in here for lunch when visiting Brecon. It's lovely inside, the staff were friendly and pleasant, but the food was amazing! We both had the soup, which was so delicious, and then we shared a dessert - waffles! There was...

What a terrific celebratory afternoon tea here. Absolutely splendid and so plentiful we took 2 boxes of cakes etc remaining home with us. The staff are so pleasant and professional, they made the day, along with the great music. Excellent, must go back!

What a find! Amazing cafe serving gorgeous lunches. Despite my allergies the answers were always yes we can do that. Great team. Will return.

My daughter and I come here regularly. Lovely cakes and drinks. Try the Dutch apple cake - delicious 😋

Such a sweet, decadent cafe with just the best chai latte ever! Fabulously light carrot cake, warm and welcoming, attentive staff. It’s a must visit!

We found the Duchess cafe by accident and was very impressed, the decor is just stunning, I loved all the flowers and the whole ambiance of the place. The girls were so lovely and friendly and made my Black Forest hot chocolate to perfection. I...

Coffees were brilliant and the staff we lovely, couldn't complain. Definitely worth a visit if your in the area.

Called in at lunch time for a sandwich and have never had so much filling in my pulled pork sandwich, my husband had a sirloin beef sandwich which was equally good. The service was very efficient. I would wholeheartedly recommend The Duchess

A gorgeous little cafe with a great choice of drinks, snacks and sweet treats. Lovely helpful staff. A great place for breakfast, lunch or afternoon tea.

A lovely little find. A pretty tea shop in beautiful brecon. Decided to stop and have a bit to eat and will definitely be back. We both had the tuna melt it was gorgeous. Never had 1 as nice before. 100% recommended a visit, the...

Excellent food! and the service was impeccable!!! Will definitely be visiting again before we go home! 😁

Stopped in Brecon for a coffee found a wonderful coffee shop . Had to go back because we couldn't believe how good the service and friendly staff were . On our third visit we were amazed by the size and the quality of the food...

Brilliant atmosphere.. friendly and smiling staff.. The food was lovely… quick service. I would definitely recommend 👍

Good food, large portions, pleasant surroundings, very efficient staff and reasonably priced. What's not to like??

Stopped in for a coffee and snack and loved it here. Decor is unique and really adds a touch of individuality to the place. Staff are all really friendly and helpful and the portions are more than generous. I have a pancake stack and struggled...

We have walked past many times but this time we thought we would give lunch at The Dutchess, a try. Very welcoming staff, Michael and Codi. Good choice of vegetarian options, yummy 😋 My husband enjoyed his 🍔 burger too. Wonderful airy and light design....

Lovely food, right portion size, served timely and with lots of smiles. Clean surroundings and very dog friendly too. Just what every cafe should be. Thank you Dutchess team 😊

Went here for breakfast, it was the priciest full English we saw in town and was the worst I've ever had. Fried egg was dry and overdone, bacon underdone and grey, just no care taken whatsoever. Cold coffee to boot, and sickly pancakes (some people...

Myself and my partner decided to go to the dutchess for breakfast as a treat as we have always previously had a lovely meal and pleasant experience. However this morning we were told to take a seat and someone would be over to take our...

Waited 30 minutes for 3 coffees and a cold drink, v slow service, cold drink was warm. Order got lost. Was delivered in 4 visits. Was refunded though !

I met with an old friend for something sweet to eat.. and my oh my were we pleased! The banoffee waffle was delicious (we asked to share a portion) and the kinder bueno milkshake was to die for! I also had a milkybar iced coffee...

We were very impressed with The Duchess: there was a really good choice of vegetarian meals, the staff were bright and friendly and the decor was really attractive. My grilled halloumi with salad was very tasty - and also very filling! My husband's Welsh Rarebit...

Looked lovely from outside and just as cozy inside. The waitress who was very friendly was prompt in taking out order. My wife had pulled pork jacket potato which she said was fine. I ordered a cheese burger completely plain no cheese. Unfortunately when it...

Had a wonderful lunch in this very different cafe, our dogs were welcomed with treats on a china plate! Super staff, especially Louise, would thoroughly recommend.

We booked here for a friend's birthday as it was near where we were staying. What an amazing place! The afternoon tea was brilliant. Lots of choice of tasty rolls and cakes. The staff were very welcoming, which included a bowl of water and some...

What a find! The Dutchess is such a beautiful cafe the absolute perfect place to stop and enjoy a breakfast. We visited on a Sunday morning and we where lucky to time it just right to get a walk in table others that arrived afterwards...

Visited here for lunch and was very disappointed with the wait for food. Not given a menu straightaway, waited 40 minutes for food, tuna salad left on counter for 10 minutes before rest of orders brought to table. Minus chips that should of been served...

After reading the reviews we thought we had made a good choice for lunch. Unfortunately we were disappointed. Having chosen Welsh rarebit for both of us, the coffee arrived promptly. Then it all went downhill. The wait for our meals was ridiculously long. We had...

On a day trip to Brecon, we sat outside for a quick breakfast and tea/coffee. Very friendly and welcoming staff and even gave our puppy some treats too after asking. Both felt like having a light breakfast so just had toast which was perfect, and...

We stopped here for a quick bite to eat whilst in Brecon and what a delight. Very friendly staff, a lovely interior and very nice food. If you’re in Brecon, check them out!! Really good!!

Visited Brecon for the day. Passed the Duchess & thought it looked inviting and the food looked good. Ordered our food (2 sandwiches) at 2:20. Still waiting for them at 2: 55 asked how long the food would be as I think that length of...

Staff were welcoming and very helpful as my elderly mum is diabetic. We enjoyed our food and will return when we next visit Brecon.

The salads are superb. Freshly prepared. Welsh Rarebit a bit too mustardy for me. But that's just me. Jacket potato very good. Close to bus station. Plenty of blue badge parking. Very busy so a bit slow to take order. A lovely genuine place.

What a wonderful tea room! The decor is clean and bright in a mix of green and grey. A modern twist on a traditional tea shop. The staff are really happy and helpful. Excellent service and great presentation. The vegan option was tasty with a...

From the beginning to the end, a perfect experience. A beautiful decor that takes you to traditional tea rooms with all the comfort and functionality of a modern setting - we felt happy the moment we walked in. A very kind and attentive service, checking...

Visited today for lunch after a walk up Pen y Fan. We were a bit damp and tired so the bright and cheerful interior was very pleasing. Staff were extremely friendly, helpful and attentive. Unfortunately the soup of the day had sold out but that’s...

I only had a take away coffee here today, but recived better and more pleasant service than when spending loads of money some places - and that includes buying stuff like a car!! Well done to the young staff working here

Very welcoming staff, superbly decorated cafe, good Covid precautions. thoroughly good visit. Recommended.

Brecon Breakfast Roll - the best black pudding ever. Nice Egg and Bacon was plenfitul in a lovely hot roll. Lovely

We had a takeaway lunch delivered on Friday during the latest lockdown and it was delicious, I can highly recommend the loaded bbq pork fries and the ultimate burger was honestly one of the best burgers I've had. We will definitely order again on our...