The Lemon Tree in Chelmsford

Not been to what was a lovely little lunch spot for some time but what a price hike! Prices online did not reflect those on the menu. Lemon cake dry & brick-like despite cream & fruit. Tiramisu very rich & sweet, unable to finish either. Coffees very expensive too. Very disappointed that practically all lunch options £10-£20 at least!!

This is a great family run restaurant which has an early evening offering. The food is home cooked and delicious, a nice selection of drinks and a warm cosy atmosphere. Would definatley come again the owners were so welcoming. Steak was juicy and well cooked as was the chicken escallop. Pasta and lasagna were coked with great flavours and we couldn't fault anything. Good value for money

Only popped in for cake and coffee but have to say the food that was being made and cooked was delicious, the lasagne looked amazing. Shame we had already got plans with friends for dinner otherwise we would have eaten everything! Will defo be back. All homemade and the staff were lovely.

We had lunch at this lovely friendly cafe, more like a little bistro restaurant. The staff were welcoming and helpful and we felt every well looked after. The atmosphere was happy and buzzing as it filled up for lunchtime. We could easily hear each other over the other diners. The food was filling and delicious. I recommend the Spaghetti alla carbonara and home made Tiramisu! My husband enjoyed the lemon drizzle cake very much too. We will definitely be back. Thank you for turning a normal lunch into a lovely occasion 🤗

Popped in here for a coffee and ended up staying for lunch after spotting a delicious looking home cooked lasagne fresh out of the oven. In the end I chose the chicken with a mushroom sauce which came with an interesting and unusual combination of vegetables and salad. My husband had spaghetti which he was extremely happy with and other customers were served delicious looking jacket potatoes and eggs bendedict or attractively presented sandwiches with ample accompanying salad. The staff were friendly and attentive and you felt that your enjoyment of your meal really mattered to them. We didn't have room for dessert but the Tiramasu looked fabulous. Another time! We will definitely be back!

This place is very expensive and was shocked to see a bill for £27.20 for two coffee's and three deserts. Although the coffee's and deserts were lovely, in no way were they £27.20 lovely and you can have the same for much cheaper elsewhere. The service was fine so no complaints there so unless you have deep pockets I sadly can't recommend this place. Way too expensive.

My husband and I found this place by accident whilst having a walk around Chelmsford and so glad we did! We ordered eggs benedict for our breakfast and we were amazed by both presentation and taste. The owners (husband and wife) were very friendly and attentive. The owner said that they are now open until 10 on Wednesday-Saturday so we cannot wait to return at the end of this week for some home made pasta dinner. Yum!

What a find! Looking for a place for coffee and cake before a pediatritian appointment for my daughter and stumbled upon this gem. Super warm welcome on entering, the staff were so kind and friendly to my daughters it was like walking into a friends kitchen! Cakes were excellent as was the coffee and the freshly squeezed orange juice and we were all given freshly made and still warm biscotti on leaving. We will be back for sure

This changed hands about a year ago and it’s now a delightful Italian cafe / restaurant. Today I had the most wonderful roast vegetable salad that was beautifully presented. Roast vegetables on a dressed leaf base with large pieces of basil, dill and flat leaf parsley and a balsamic dressing round the edge of the wide rimmed bowl. The roast vegetables were slightly warm; not the fridge cold veg you so often get. Very welcoming service made my quick work lunch a real pleasure. A family with a small child was welcomed and I’m sure they had a lovely time. I look forward to visiting again as soon as possible. And they make their own biscotti!!

Lovely little restaurant situated in Moulsham Street just a short 3 minute walk from Chelmsford High Street. Quite cosy and intimate inside, great attentive service with tasty food. However it is a little cramped, which means you will clearly hear the conversation on the table next to you. Similarly, I'm not a fan of kitchen smells, and the cooking and dining area are all in one room. Tasty food, great service, all at a very fair price - will definitely return.

Lovely place for lunch, I was met by Nicola who smiled and was very friendly and helpful. The prawn sandwich was quite the most interesting sandwich I’ve ever had! With so many different flavours to accompany it! Lovely and clean with nice toilets too! Recommend this lovely place 😊

What a find.Excellent lasagna with great salad. Good value and fast friendly service we will recommend

Lovely lunch with my partner and my mum and plenty of it, yummy yummy mum had to have a take out box to finish at home Doing breakfast next weekend with my daughter hope she will be just as in pressed

Our first visit today. Lovely welcome on arrival, drinks arrived quickly and it was very relaxed. We both ordered pasta dishes - arrabiata & neapolitana. Really delicious food! The decor is clean and fresh with a second room to the rear. It was just us two eating in although a couple of people came in for takeaway. The cafe does not have a drinks licence but you are welcome to take your own and they do not charge corkage. However they are only open during the day so perhaps this is not an issue. We will definitely visit again.

I had the eggs Benedict with ham whilst my OH had the Greek salad. Both dishes were excellent with really fresh produce used. The two chaps running the cafe really deserve to succeed as the quality of their food is superb. We will definitely return in the future.

I visited the Lemon Tree for lunch whilst travelling for work. I was pleasantly greeted and the cafe was clean and tidy. The salad I was served was excellent, with a really wide variety of fresh and cooked veg and fruit. It was exactly what I was looking for and was a generous size. No Gluten Free cakes were available, which was a shame as this was why I tried the cafe in the first place, but you can’t win them all! I will definitely be returning when on business in Chelmsford.

Popped by for breakfast. Very friendly staff . I was the only one seated to dine in and was served promptly. I had a coffee and quite the best eggs Benedict I have tasted . Fresh poached eggs with two muffins cut ham and excellent Hollandaise with a mixed leaf and balsamic salad and roast peppers for less than nine pounds . I will definitely visit again

Unfriendly welcome and a terrible attitude when asked to clean a table and for a few more minutes to look at the menu. We decided to leave before even ordering and when we voiced a complaint the two employees just laughed. Would not recommend when there are so many pleasant cafes in Chelmsford.

Went to visit today with a friend. Arrived at 3.45pm (as the website says you are open until 5.30pm) to find the whole place completely closed. Went out of our way to visit and pay for the local car park. If you are not open until 5.30pm then you really need to update your website. Disappointed and not sure if I’ll bother again.

Rarely visit Chelmsford - so picked this cafe due to good reviews and was not disappointed. Cafe has a relaxed friendly atmosphere and a good selection of lunches. We had the vegetarian quiche and veggie lasagne - food arrived quickly and we were surprised at the generous portions given the very reasonable cost. Food was very tasty and if in Chelmsford again wouldn't hesitate to return.

Very clean, polite helpful staff. The cafe has a good range of food and drinks, I suspect something for everyone. Internet access is available on request. The place was reasonably busy, but in this area you are spoilt for choice. I would go again.

Located on the corner of Moulsham Street, The Lemon Tree offers customers a cafe with a difference. Walking into The Lemon Tree, one can't help but get that sense of home. The staff are very polite and really do give the cafe that homely feel.There is a wealth of different foods and drinks to choose from at affordable prices. You can either eat in or take away as well. We would really recommend the over baked jacket potatoes with the options of cheese, beans, ham and Marmite. They are delicious and will definitely leave you wanting to return and have another.For a cafe with a unique atmosphere, visit The Lemon Tree!

Plenty of choice on the menu and at very reasonable prices. We stopped in for tea and cake . Service was prompt , we were the only customers. Excellent chocolate cake and it was a very generous slice. The pot of tea for two gave two large cups each. Nicely set out, room between the tables. Service good ,surroundings and toilets clean, great value for money. Will certainly be going again and happily recommend.

Excellent local cafe with good coffee, cake and excellent friendly service. On Moulsham st and easy access from town centre. A nice change from all the generic coffee shops

I have just had lunch at the The Lemon Tree, and had a really lovely salad. Loads of fresh salad topped with coronation chicken. This is about the only place in town that i have found that doesn't want to charge you a fortune for a salad. Nice friendly staff and a pleasant place to have lunch.

Visited on a Saturday lunchtime and we had a smoked salmon bagel and sausage sandwich which were served with side salad and tortilla chips. Cafe was busy but service was quick. Sandwiches were fresh and tasty and staff friendly. Would have preferred crisps to tortilla chips but otherwise no complaints. Cafe was busy and there were just two young girls preparing the non-cooked food and drinks, clearing drinks and taking payments so were doing very well with a full cafe. Absolutely will return.

Nice cafe on Moulsham St; one of the better ones in the area. Coffee could be from a more interesting roastery. Good for a quick snack but also very generic.

Excellent, little cafe. Had breakfast, and was impressed with the quality and quantity. They do not do bacon, but it come with two thick slices of their most delicious ham. Very friendly and efficient service, and good value. What is there not to like !

Love love love! Staff are always welcoming and friendly. The food is amazing and they cater to all needs. My boyfriend and I have been to get breakfast and lunch here quite a few times. They are extremely reasonable priced. It's super chilled out and I love reading the decor, some inspiration while you dine. Positive atmosphere :) if you live in Chelmsford and haven't been yet your crazy! This place is a gem.

A good selection of all day breakfasts, jacket potatoes and other hot foods I can’t remember, salads and wraps, sandwiches and rolls. There is a varied menu and cakes, with friendly helpful staff. We had the wraps and a side salad and olives, freshly made. There is more seating in a room at the back and well laid out for families with young children. There are plenty of tables for two as well. The toilet facilities are good. A good place to take the weight off your feet and enjoy your lunch, will definitely go again.

Lovely freshly made sandwiches. Friendly staff & a nicely laid out cafe. Would go back again very soon.

Lovely breakfast in small independent cafe. Very helpful and friendly staff. Delicious fresh cooked breakfast and nice coffee too, very good value.

A smile when you arrive would have been nice, the staff seem to be inconvienced by you being there. The food was of a good standard but customer service needs a lot of work

I needed a small venue to organise my fathers wake for a few friends and from the moment i emailed the Lemon tree i felt in good hands, they opened up there back room to us and we took one of their buffet catering packages. on the day we were greeted by a warm and friendly team, who had set the room up for us an prepped a mountain of food, the team cam and took drink orders and were attentive but not intrusive. the food was fresh and nicely laid out, the cheese scones and the Viccy sandwich were superb, we even got doggie bags to take with us as there was plenty. we was not rushed, hurried and there was no pushiness, which is lovely at a time when you a raw and emotional.

I visit The Lemon Tree almost daily and have done for the past 6 years since they opened. The staff are always very cheerful and attentive, even if they're just opening at 8am in the morning or at the end of a busy day! A pleasant, relaxing atmosphere, a good selection on the menu - all very inviting. Also by far the best mocha in Chelmsford!

Went to this loverly little place really by accident as I was walking round looking for somewhere to have breakfast was greeted with a good morning and a smiling face.. my order was taken swiftly and my food arrived in good time , i must praise the staff as I was made to feel welcome and my food was very good I shall be returning very soon , thank you for a loverly experience and a very nice breakfast

Arrived with my normal cheery ‘good morning ladies’ to basically be ignored

My wrap (Grilled Med Veg) was bland and tasteless, it came with a few tortilla chips. I wouldn't recommend it. They said their delivery of coronation chicken wouldn't arrive until the following day, which I thought was odd as assumed they made it on the premises. I guess the Earl Grey tea was OK but the whole place felt cold and sterile. There weren't many nice looking cakes left (it was only 12.30 when we arrived) The place was clean but the toilet seat had a big crack in it! I think we were unlucky on the day we visited judging by other comments.

Just what Moulsham Street needs, a cute and classy venue for lunch, afternoon tea or a cup of coffee. Plenty to choose from and excellent value for money. Very happy to recommend this establishment. It is narrow so perhaps check before visiting with pushchairs or wheelchairs.

My friend and I popped in The Lemon Tree for a quick lunch and we were so impressed. My friend chose the vegetarian lasagne and I had soup of the day - which was tomato; what a delight! The food was tasty, wholesome, homemade and filling; what more could we have asked for? The team was friendly, informative and attentive; we will definitely be back and bring our family to this lovely place.

Independently owned and run. Good choice on menu at reasonable cost. Friendly staff. Cakes are delicious and I believe homemade. Food cooked to order.

I have visited Lemon Tree in Chelmsford quite a few times at lunchtime. Situated on Moulsham Street, it is a pleasant cafe with a small number of tables and serves a good variety of sandwiches, snack meals (pasta, salads, jacket potatoes, ciabattas, paninis, etc). The staff have always been very much on the ball and helpful and efficient and I have never had to wait longer than expected.

Good coffee and reasonably priced lunchtime staples in a nice environment with a lively atmosphere. We would certainly visit again.

This place is just off the city centre beaten track in Moulsham Street but is well worth a 2 minute walk away from the main shops.

Seven of us descended for a very quick lunch. We mentioned our time limit, and the service was brilliant. All our food was perfect, tasty. Some of the aromas were lively, so I wished I could gave had something more substantial.

This cafe is delightful. The staff are very friendly and the shop is very clean and tidy. You can see them prepare foods in front of you. I ordered a raspberry tea and a slice of carrot cake which was like a doorstop! Definitely recommend

Probé este café porque tenía un cupón para torta, y, en general, quedé satisfecho con mi visita. El personal era muy servicial y paciente con mi indecisión. También me acomodaron en una llanura bagel tostado con mantequilla, aunque no estaba en el menú. Yo estaba allí sobre la 1:30 p.m. el viernes por la tarde, y hay varios otros clientes, pero yo aún tenía la opción de mesas, y el servicio era rápido. Era un ambiente agradable.

Uno obtiene una perfecta introducción inmediatamente después de entrar en. Es un bar que sirve bebidas antes de la cena, no pintas de cerveza. Cuando entras en el comedor que está muy bien y te das cuenta de que estás en una delicia. He comido en el comedor y la sala. El servicio y la comida era estupenda en ambos.

Mi hijo y yo estuvimos buscando en el menú Tabla y dijeron a sentarse y alguien podría servirnos pronto. Todas las mesas tenían platos sucios esperando despejar. Nos dijeron que nuestra mesa sería eliminada en un minuto. La pareja detrás de nosotros pedimos, su orden...

Agradable cafetería poco en Chelmsford, justo para un rápido aperitivo mientras que fuera de compras. Buen personal, amable y servicial. Limpio y ordenado.

Lovely lunch here today with my girls. Would recommend. Breakfast, brunch lunch, afternoon tea etc. No outside seating. Reasonably priced - latte at £2.40. Mozzarella & tomato wrap £3.35

An unfriendly welcome from the 1 member of staff present. There were 2 couples already in the cafe. After 10 minutes of waiting at our table for service, the member of staff took the order from the other couple who had been waiting and returned back to the service area to make coffees. Totally ilogical way of running an establishment. We decided to leave and therefore cannot comment on the food/drinks, but nul points for friendliness and service.

This cafe is like the Tardis, it looks small from the outside but expands into another room at the back. We arrived at 11.30 and ordered beans on toast and teas and coffees. The food was good and the staff efficient and friendly. We sat chatting for at least a couple of hours ordering another cuppa half way through. They didn't seem to mind and didn't try to hurry us on our way. In fact as we were leaving they said they were happy for groups to hold meetings in their back room.

Cute cafe with yummy food and good service - could wish for more selection on the menu especially for breakfast as there were only vegetarian options, but what is on offer is varied and delicious. Would happily return.

I visited here just by chance with a couple of friends as we fancied a sit down and a drink. It wasn't until we were inside we saw the delicious cakes! We were the only customers in their quite late on, on a Saturday but the staff member was more than happy to help us and recommend the cakes of the day.Drinks and cake were lovely and all at good prices.Will definitely be visiting here again - I imagine it gets really busy in the summer!

Stumbled upon this cafe last week. Came with my with and daughter for a lunch as was in Chelmsford for the day.The best part of the day was our lunch at The Lemon Tree!The staff were friendly, polite and helpful.We all had a main meal and drinks, the food was home cooked and well presented! I can recommend this place will be sure to eat here when next in Chelmsford!

This cafe looks far nicer from the outside than it does inside. I had high hopes for it, but the interior is bland and lacking character. The food is ok but nothing interesting, think sandwiches or jacket potatoes. Considering this, it is a little overpriced and I wouldn't go back. I did notice that they do afternoon tea though, so this may be better as the cakes did look good.

My mother in law recommended this to me. So glad she did. Polite staff, fast service, quiet so we could talk and food was lovely at a good price.

I've been here several times. The staff are friendly and the tea and coffee good. I've eaten snacks, which were tasty and fresh. It's small and intimate and away from the madding crowd while still being accessible.

Everytime I visit the Lemon tree I am met with the smell of delicious home cooked food. The staff are honest, friendly and nothing is ever too much trouble. The standard of food fits well with the price range and I find all the options consistently delicious. A must visit on historic moulsham Street

This place does great chocolates and lovely yummy sandwiches! Freshly prepared and very tasty food, quick service and friendly staff and a very clean restaurant.. couldn't be any happier with the service. defiantly coming back soon.

Thought I would try here for breakfast with a friend after having read other peoples reviews. Girl serving us didn't write our order down and subsequently got it mixed up. I wanted mushrooms but was tried to be dissuaded as they had very few left and as for looking forward to a nice grilled or fried tomato we were given about one raw cherry tomato cut up into little pieces! While we were eating it seemed that she was slagging other members of staff off to the regulars that seemed to pop int. I won't be coming back, the quality was terrible.

I have been a regular customer here for around 2 years now. I love the home made food here. Always a warm welcome and friendly atmosphere. Great meeting place for friends and family and the odd business lunch.

Excellent little restaurant in Moulsham Street Chelmsford, serving lunches, coffee etc.We have had the soup, vegetable quiche and other meals and all are home cooked and excellent.So for a break during the Christmas shop I recommend it

I found this Gem on Trip Advisor wanting somewhere for a family gathering around midway between Crawley and Norwich. The feedback looked good and so I made the reservation. Well this really is a super restaurant. The service was really friendly even helping us with the parking which on Saturday in the mayhem of December was chaotic in Bishops Stortford. The food was exceptional, really tasty and a delight. I can't wait for the opportunity for another meet up with the family to return but I think I will avoid the December Madness even if The Lemon Tree is an calm and gentle oasis once found.

I live close by and was a regular visitor when it opened. I find it less friendly with the changes of staff - doesn't have the same feel. I tend to carry on walking home, or eat in the town. Last visit (last week) service was slow- waiting have my order taken- for no apparent reason. Cheese jacket potato with salad. 2 olives made salad more interesting.Reasonable amount of cheese. Fair value, but not great value.

Visited on a Sunday lunchtime. Lovely home cooked food. Had filled jacket potatoes with salad which were generous sized portions and most delicious. Fear we may be coming here frequently at the weekend!

Popped in for lunch after spotting they are now open on Sundays. We weren't disappointed at all, really good food all freshly made using quality ingredients and all lovingly prepared. The coffee and Mocha were also top notch, the staff were really friendly and informative, they make the hot chocolate for the Mocha using real grated chocolate; not just powdered hot chocolate or cocoa. It was lovely. Great food, great drinks and great staff. Highly recommended.

Enjoyed chicken and advoco wrap, lovely and fresh, plus hot chocolate Staff very friendly and welcoming

Visited The Lemon Tree initially with Groupon voucher and have returned a few times since. Latest visit was 26/09/2015 for breakfast. The food, service is of a very high standard which has not changed since my first visit. Good coffee which is always a bonus and friendly staff. Worth a visit - recommended.

Just had a mocha, choice of 3 different chocolates and better than any chain coffee, also all locally produced and homemade eats, friendly staff and fresh welcoming change

Visited this morning for a snack. Opted for latte and scones, and cold drink. Order was made exactly as requested by a fussy eater, and I give extra praise for REAL clotted cream as opposed to the artificial stuff served in so many cafes!

Once inside it's hard to believe you're actually on quite busy street. Service is always friendly and helpful. Never feel rushed when there. Cake is usually of high standard. A nice little oasis of calm

Was looking for a bacon sandwich - no luck! However I did have a very nice breakfast with hot ham. Eggs were a little overdone but otherwise good. Service was friendly and welcoming. Clean bright decor.

Service was very friendly and food was great. Popped in for breakfast with my mum and step dad who was visiting me from Sussex and we were very pleased

We went here for lunch towards the latter part of the afternoon and were really impressed.From the outside, it looks like a small place but when you get in it's really quite big - and well decorated. It's a very calm interior, providing a good resting place for a break.The menu is varied and provides some good vegetarian options as well as a good range of light bites for lunch. We were too late for breakfast, but the breakfast menu looked appealing.The food came quickly and was very nice; the service was friendly and felt genuine which sometimes is harder to find than you'd think.Overall, definitely recommended.

Visit the restaurant several times a month the staff are always very friendly and the food is prepared fresh and is delicious. The food portions are plentiful with fresh ingredients. Will definitely be heading back very soon

Have passed this café many times but how nice to step inside! We were given a warm welcome as we walked in and were shown to a table in a very pleasantly decorated and cosy area. The waitress took our order with just enough conversation to be friendly, but not intrusive. Our generous pot of tea arrived shortly after we arrived and - as the fresh food took a while to prepare - we appreciated the waitress popping back to assure us that it wouldn't be much longer. Food was well presented and tasty. A lovely little breakfast and lunch spot that's comfortable, with nothing of the greasy-spoon vibe about it.

After a long illness I've been doing my best to become more active - which means that, when I have the energy, I like to pop into town for no particular reason... except to find somewhere nice for a cuppa and a salad or a slice of cake. When The Lemon Tree popped up as a suggestion on my Facebook feed I decided to give it a go, since my husband was taking me into town for the afternoon anyway.What a lovely little nook away from the bustle! A pot of English Breakfast for two was swiftly delivered, in an oversized teapot accompanied by oversized teacups (the best way to drink tea, in my humble opinion). My husband opted for the chicken and ham wrap whilst I ordered a slice of the carrot cake that I'd heard such good things about - and a very generous slice it was too! Also very light and fluffy; I'm a keen baker and would be envious of the quality if I hadn't been too busy enjoying it so much!I shall definitely be stopping in again; worth crossing town for.

Excellent place to visit I had a lovely cup of tea my daughter a luxurious hot chocolate Both were excellent We shared a slice of lemon drizzle cake that was moist and zesty The staff were friendly and helpful without being intrusive Lovely place with a warm atmosphere Really recommend

Meet up with a friend every Saturday and we tried The Lemon Tree for a change. It was delightful. The staff were helpful and friendly and the coffee was very good. There was a good selection of cakes and fillings available for sandwiches. It is very popular with a steady stream of customers many of whom obviously work nearby. Highly recommended!

Poped in for a light lunch, just had a sandwich each, chicken/avocado and prawn/avocado and sparkling water. Sandwiches made freshly and all delivered quickly and for under a tenner. Friendly staff and a homely feel, will pop in more often.

Pick the time of day, as it is small and busy and favoured by mums and toddlers, to sample some of the home made cakes and lunch items. Oriented towards vegetarians.

Popped in while waiting for an appointment elsewhere and had a lovely tuna cheese melt sandwich with a pot of tea. Reasonably priced. Quick service and freshly made to order. Had a little spot to read my kindle and relax while waiting for my lunch. Very pleasant and hope to return in the future.

I have been eating here regularly for a while now. Its a great place to meet with friends and family whether it be a snack, lunch or tea and cake The Lemon Tree offers a range of quality home made food. There is a very welcoming atmosphere with friendly staff. I would definitely reccomend it!!

I have visited here a few times both for drinks and lunch and have always found it a joy to visit. Good selection of drinks and homemade food on offer and reasonably priced. Small place but buggy friendly when they have the room.

My wife and her work colleague visit the Lemon Tree once a week, I've been a couple of times and it never disappoints.Fresh ingredients used, coffee is great. Family-run business who are very friendly.Nice atmosphere and very reasonably priced. Happy to support a local business of this quality, keep up the good work!.

This is a small coffee shop on the other side of the Parkway, across from the Main Street shopping area in downtown Chelmsford. It is a coffee shop that is well worth the visit. The coffee is good, the cheesecake incredible, and the service is friendly and caring. It is a place worth re-visiting!