The Old Garages in Cheshire East

Had lunch today on our 5th or 6th visit. That in itself tells you how highly I rate this lovely place! We were served by Katie who was lovely, friendly and a great attribute to this business. Never had a bad meal here, the food is always delicious. I highly recommend the eggs royale…but then every dish I have tried here has been fabulous!

Great place, good food and very pleasant staff. A little haven a short distance away from the centre of Wilmslow

Always welcoming! Lovely staff. We had booked, and they had reserved a lovely table in a smaller room, next to the fire ! Recommend ! Margarita

Definitely my favourite café in Wilmslow! Great coffees, great seating/interior/atmosphere & very friendly staff. My only wish is that you would stay open a bit later as 4pm is far too early. It really is a shame as I always see it still being busy by 4pm & think the café would still do so well if it stayed open later. Nonetheless a great place to come either to work or with friends.

Went for Saturday brunch. Lovely place, no banging music, friendly welcome (which really does make such a difference), quick and efficient service - with 2 lovely, interested, waitresses up and down the stairs - nothing was too much trouble for them. And the menu was great. We shall we back, loved it. Thank you.

Food is great. Price reasonable and coffee us good

At its best when Dr Tim is doing a turn as Alvin Stardust.

Lovely place for lunch. The food was delicious, more vegan options would be great.

Quirky place. I had the best Eggs benedict with my 5 year old nephew here. We will be back soon

Amazing place. Love the atmosphere and menu choices. Breakfast for 2 £40

Relaxed place for sunday breakfast

Love coming here - sometimes just a coffee with me the dogs, other times for a delicious lunch. Cakes are wonderful too

No scones. Just had coffee. Nice place with good atmosphere.

Trading modern eating place, great ambience, friendly, quick and helpful service. Good quality food reasonably priced. Dog friendly. Free parking facilities on side of the building, turning in from the main road. Meet for breakfast with friend and thoroughly enjoyed the food, services and the atmosphere. Definitely will be back and Highly recommend!

Got a takeaway sandwich was amazing , bread egg and sausage n bacon best I've had was well worth the price. If Ur passing or need a good breki after a heavy night this is the place

Went there with the dog at 9.40 on a Saturday morning for breakfast and it was closed, I won't be bothering again. *Update to the owner, how an earth this review is childish is beyond me, I merely stated a fact. In hindsight I'm glad you were closed. Regards.

Great spot for a weekend breakfast! Highly recommend

Brilliant for brunch. Fab good, lovely atmosphere, interesting place, off the road but very convenient location. Dog friendly, real fire, mezzanine seating. Loved everything about it, especially the food!

Lovely, treat-yourself cafe! This is a little bit of hipster London in Wilmslow! I love coming here for a coffee or brunch. Nice, light and airy feel to the seating arrangement. They also have a shop which appears to sell artwork and home decor things (I daren't go into the shop as it would be far too tempting). An example of a brunch I have purchased today was smoked salmon, focaccia, rocket and wedge of lemon and an iced coffee - it was lovely! At £11, I thought it was completely worth it! Lovely, kind staff too :)

Overall a nice lunch spot, but a disappointing amount of dietary choices lately. Previously they had a few gluten free options, including an amazing cake but this time round, nothing. As almost all of their choices contain bread, it wouldn't be costly for them to keep a loaf of gluten free bread on standby to be more inclusive.

What a lovely place 😃. I’ve been meaning to call in for a while and wasn’t disappointed at all tofay. Poached egg was perfection 😃. Really nice coffee and very pleasant staff. All in all a very relaxing experience 😃. Richard.

Hidden gem! The place is so quirky and the staff were very friendly. Our brunch was lovely and they have great menu choices will defiantly be back!

Just found this place for a Sunday breakfast option. The food was truly excellent and cooked to perfection. No full English, but plenty of other options with bacon etc or veggie if you are that way inclined. Well recommended.

Keep going back so must be good.

Oozing with character, friendly people & delicious food - Great place to also pick up perfect gifts

Only had coffee which was good. Quirky place to have a coffee, etc. Shop goods very expensive

Lovely little place. Prices are a little above average for Wilmslow, but worth it for the quirky items, layout and a relaxing atmosphere. Food was very good quality and the staff were lovely and helpful. Service was a tad on the slow side, but it was on a Sunday morning so we weren't in a rush. It's also doggy friendly. Lived nearby for a while and haven't been in until today, but will definitely be going back. Thanks for a nice morning.

I love the menu here and the food is great. I especially like the juices such as orange, ginger, carrot etc. recently they have made the outdoor area more spacious with a lot more parking and it’s now amazing.

Great food, great building and friendly staff.

Sat outside in the sunshine, excellent service, good food

Lovely staff, good food, pet friendly and has parking. What more could you want?!

Hidden away gen. Nice menu. But minty, but you are 'in Cheshire, darling'! Still value if you don't get carried away! Nice little shop on site.

Was recommended this place as family had been here before. We arrived as a group of 8 and were all very disappointed by the service and how rude the staff were towards us. We had asked for no egg with one of our dishes and it came with the egg regardless. The pastry on 2 of the goats cheese tarts was burnt to the point where we returned it. We asked for water about 3 times and when we were given it we were given 7 glasses and were told that would have to do for the 8 of us. The staff were obviously not trained in hospitality at all. When given some feedback after the meal there was no sincere apology but a sorry about that everytime something else was said.

Great hidden gem serving lovely coffee and homemade treats in a quirky location. Perfect for those who also enjoy retail therapy!

Went here for a belated mother's Day lunch last weekend !!! Absolutely loved it.... Fantastic service and food was amazing !! Can't wait to visit again...

Great place for coffee. And a most wonderful breakfast. I would well recommend dropping down one morning.

I don’t normally add reviews but after my experience today (and reading some of the comments about child-friendliness) I wanted to share. My daughter was having a fairly epic toddler moment and Lucy, the waitress, could see I was flustered having to negotiate the stairs with a baby and a squirming toddler. After asking my permission, she instantly scooped up my toddler and expertly calmed her down whilst I paid up and even helped me get her into the pram too and out of the door. The young man behind the counter also couldn’t do more to help and offered to pour my daughter’s left over juice (the source of her irrational meltdown 😅) into a take out cup. Lucy’s kindness and understanding clearly made a huge impression on my daughter as she has kept mentioning her for the rest of the day. In short- great coffee, great food and most definitely child friendly!

Very friendly, beautifully designed and good food, what more do you need.

Aubergine tempura was delicious as were our brunch items. Great space, hot drinks and food selection.

Lovely place for a coffee away from the main street. It also offers some interesting Interior deco articles. Try the cakes! But note: limited parking and getting in and out can be an interesting experience, due to inconsiderate parking.

My first visit, but I’ll be back. Tucked away, and not the obvious spot for a water hole, but you have to find it as you will not be disappointed. The young lady who greeted us served us through the visit, and she was charming, polite and attentive. I think her name was Ellen, but I’m sorry if that is wrong. She has only been working there a couple of weeks, but what an asset. The menu is varied, catering for veggies and vegans. I asked for an adaptation of a couple of things on the menu, and it was no trouble at all. The coffee was delicious, and as I only drink almond milk this is such a find. I’ve never had two cups on the trot, but I did here. Breakfast, light bites and lunch were all options on the menu, and the place was buzzing by mid morning.Parking is a problem as it is very limited, even if you manage to park you may be interrupted to move your vehicle, so my advice is try and park elsewhere, I parked in Sainsbury’s car park as it is only a short walk to the venue. Lots of places in Wilmslow to get a snack and a coffee, but this has a real family friendly feel to it and deserves to succeed. Well done to all concerned, keep up the good work

What an absolute gem! Gorgeous cakes & coffee, beautiful gifts, a log burner & lovely welcoming & friendly staff. Next time will be visiting with an empty tummy as the food menu was very appealing too.

Superb visit, food excellent & quirky & delicious, service friendly & informative. Laid back ambiance would recommend a visit to all.

Lovely food and drinks in a very pretty and comfortable spot, with helpful and cheerful staff.

Finally had the pleasure to pop into The Old Garages this morning for the most delicious breakfast. What a beautiful little hidden gem it is. Food was so fresh and very tasty. Will definitely be back guys. Thanks so much for the lovely coffee too. 🤩 ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Great food great service had a fantastic breakfast will go again soon

Great coffee and a relaxing environment. Love popping in to the Old Garages x

I absolutely love this place, the owners are fab and the Charred corn is delish!

Absolutely delicious brunch meal. Came in with my mother, passing through Wilmslow. Coffee was excellent, served in a simple but high quality cup and saucer. Had a bacon roll, on italian bread with rosemary As i wanted to order the entire menu, i settled on adding roasted tomatoes and field mushrooms, making it into a perfect brunch/lunch amount and left feeling very satisfied. Really enjoyed looking round the quirky homeware department too. It was a sunny day with the option of eating in a courtyard type setting or just inside the open door (which we did) bonus to see the chef cooking! The owner is really friendly and welcoming and the waiting staff were efficient and pleasant too. Will definitely be returning for some more delicious food and lovely setting.

This is a modern, new cafe, attractively decorated and tucked away a few blocks from the centre of Wilmslow. First thing on a sunny Saturday morning, we had our choice of outdoor tables and a pleasant, peaceful setting to enjoy our breakfast in. There are two outside seating areas - a lawned area at the front and tables at the side, beside the car park. Especially appreciated during these Covid times. Second big tick is for the granola. Not enough cafes in this part of the world offer a tasty, healthy option like this on their breakfast menus so full marks to the Old Garages. Thirdly, the service was efficient and professional. Things came out in good time and were just as ordered. It’s a great spot to spend some time - by the time we left it was buzzing and a bit hectic, so if - like us - you prefer a calmer, relaxed setting, come early.

Been 2 times all good lovely food but last week found black hair in my burger and told the staffs got a reply back "sorry" . So only ate half of it and not expect much really at least waitress could have done something more.

This is a proper hidden gem that we love. Called in for a spot of lunch. Partner had the charcuterie which was full of tasty meat and I had the chicken burger, which probably could have done with a bit more spice. The service was as good as ever

Another fabulous lunch at The Old Garages. Able to sit outside and enjoy the sunshine. The charcuterie was delicious and would certainly recommend.

Great coffee and breakfast in reasonable prices. Would definitely recommend! Wish the weather was better when we visited as the garden looked lovely.

Where do you go on a rainy Sunday morning in leafy wilmslow ? 9.00 am breakfast stop at The Old Garages Wilmslow, tucked back off the road, a little Haven of proper tea and coffee, and quite simply divine food. Homemade crumpets ! Glorious! And the Mr had a poached perfect egg on sourdough with charred corn and avocado and dukkah. Sound a bit hipster? Say it to his bearded face ! He loved it, and he's hard to please ! We shall be back !

Really lovely coffee and food. Would strongly recommend The Old Garages to anyone. Staff were attentive but not overbearing.

We attended for munch on 31st July 2021. Despite the place being almost empty, we waited 45 minutes for a burger and a salad.Far too long. The menu stated it was a further £2 to add chicken to my salad which I did. However wen I checked the bill I had been charged £3 for it. It is against consumer law to have one price displayed on the menu than to charge more. In addition I was charged 40p for a tiny jug of hot water for my tea! I have had many thousands of cups of tea in cafes and restaurants all over Britain. Never before have I been asked to pay extra for hot water. This business could do better to be more customer friendly.

Very pleasant, unusual venue for tea/coffee, breakfast or light lunch. Short but nicely varied food menu. Choice of outdoor or indoor seating. Recommended.

This was our first visit and it certainly will not be our last. We went for brunch earlier today and were met by lovely welcoming staff. We both enjoyed the eggs benedict, quality ingredients and perfectly cooked. Would highly recommend this venue. We can’t wait to visit again.

The café very good the food is good the service was good

I visited The Garages for the first time yesterday meeting up with 3 good friends for breakfast .What a fabulous place and a hidden gem in Wilmslow. All 4 of us came from out of the area, day trippers All the staff were really lovely and the food and drinks were excellent. We didn't feel rushed and had a great catch up. Loved all the products in the shop too. We will definitely be returning as soon was we can

Really nice café tucked away, so there's usually seating available as it's a bit of a hidden gem! Nice outdoor space and the staff are so accomodating and helpful when my friends and I have come with babies

Beautiful surroundings and gorgeous cake.

We went to the Old Garages for breakfast and we were surprised and delighted at the standard of the food. They are really punching above their weight - quality ingredients, interesting tastes and flavours. We said "wow this is good" a lot! Although it's a small space, it's a quiet haven away from the street. Recommend.

Sat outside eating breakfast in a cage ..I thought I was in guantanimo Bay!!!! Only thing missing was I didn't have to wear an orange jumpsuit !!!

We have just been to this beautiful cafe, with it pouring down with rain we were met by a lovely waitress who put the umbrella up for us to sit outside (COVID restrictions). We had a coffee and some potato cakes and crumpets which were incredible. Thank you so much for a lovely little stop off.

Fantastic food, lovely coffee and friendly staff. The caramel shortbread is devine!

Lovely little spot hidden from the main road. Sells a selection of wines, household goods, tea, coffee and food.

Best bacon n eggy bap i've had in a long time. Sterling work 👍👍

Asked for a takeout Cappuccino, no chocolate. Either the person making it doesn't know what a Cappuccino is, or doesn't know how to make one. What I got was a milky coffee - see picture. Even if I'd asked for a Latte I would have expected more froth. The coffee taste was OK but nothing special.

We had takeaway bacon rolls and they were delicious. Lovely thick bacon in a soft but crusty roll. I even enjoyed my husbands coffee and I am not a coffee drinker. I only wish I could find an online takeaway menu as I am sure they must do lots of other lovely treats

Lovely staff and a delicious hot chocolate.

Called in for a spot of lunch. This is a great little cafe and the menu is varied and different to most other cafes. The service is warm and friendly, the food tasty and the coffee excellent. For me, it’s a must visit

We grabbed some waffles for the children and breakfast rolls for us before a New Years walk. The quality and level of cooking was top notch - we all loved it.

I had a bacon and egg sandwich which was the best ever - including the bread roll which was toasted to perfection. Many thanks.

Great to see the old garages open for business and supporting there customers, at times like this it’s great to have the opportunity to eat out and have exquisite food , well done , the food was first class , the service pleasant , really great your open Wonderful on all aspects Five star

Had a lunch with my daughter. We were amazed at the poor menu selection and also the cost of the items for a back-street cafe. We both had a steak sandwich. The steak was tough and cold, with low quality supermarket bread and a tasteless white sloppy sauce. There was no garnish or any side offerings. Service was with a grimace and it made us feel like it wasnt the place to be. On top of that it was rediculously expensive for what it was and with the standards of service.Wont be going back.

Such a shame, enjoyed a lovely business breakfast meeting in this beautifully decorated and spacious setting, with deliciously-cooked food. Come to pay bill and queried the charge for hot water. The young waitress was so rude and petulant, my colleagues and other customers were taken aback at her rudeness. Not even a thank you or Goodbye! This member of staff left a bad taste in our mouths.

We enjoyed a really delicious lunch at The Old Garages today, chosen from an exciting menu cooked by the superb new chef. Gorgeous flavours, just perfect. We will be returning soon! 5*

Popped in with my Mum and just loved it! Quaint and interesting bits and bobs to buy, lovely friendly staff and yummy brunch! Home made chive potato cakes with cheese, baked eggs with Parmesan glaze and sourdough... a really lovely little gem of a place!

Nice food. Only problem I stinky food when I left the place.

The poorly seasoned food certainly didn't deliver to the expectations set by the menu and our waitress threw our cutlery on to our table as she walked past to the table next to us. If you're driving, then have a plan B as the parking is limited.

Having driven by on a number of occasions, it was only recently that I realised that there was a coffee / fancy quirky household items shop here! Popped in today. Very covid secure and lovely inside. Lovely staff and great coffee and snacks. Some great pressie ideas as you wander around.

Bit of a mixed bag. Had been keen to try for months but Covid got in the way. Always Hideous parking in Wilmslow anyway but where it’s situated is the worst area for parking so ended up in the multi story which is 5 mins walk away, during Covid no issue with getting a space but no chance in normal circumstances. Impressive and quirky building, love the concept but the food and particularly the service left a bit to be desired. A very different menu which is most welcome and my salmon salad was delicious, but my friends potato cakes turned up without any poached eggs or watercress or dressing and no-one seemed to have noticed this from the kitchen to the table. No apology for this either but was corrected after having to seriously flag for attention and wait for it to be finished with all the ingredients instead of half of them. The pot of decaf tea was not to my personal taste and both slices of cake were disappointing. Service very perfunctory from a mono syllabic server. However very Covid thorough and tables very well spread out and proper registering of diners so full marks there. Nice idea but think it needs a brush and polish on the service.

We went for lunch it was o.k but expensive

So we've been working in Wilmslow for years and we are out every day for a coffee, never really finding good cake and walking past The Old Garages hundreds of times. What a shame.We're now all working from home but on a non working day I had friends over and Tripadvisor showed me the way.A little tricky to park, especially towards lunch time when it did get quite busy but we were fine.Really warm inside and we were offered a table on either floor. Cleverly converted premises with an unusual and interesting decor.Lovely hot coffee in a mug with a protective shield, nothing to do with Covid!I had the pineapple sponge cake, delicious.This will be my first choice from now on.

Good quality ingredients. Good service. Great coffee and lovely juices. If you're after egg and chips go somewhere else.

Really enjoyed my visit! The cups of tea are exceptional. The service was brilliant and everyone was friendly! The customer service was fantastic!! Will be definitely visiting again :)

Really sorry we had a wonderful lunch today and when the notification came up I didn't have time and thought I had just swiped off. Please accept my apologies the food was excellent as was the the service

Great cafe a good find outdoor and inside seating excellent coffee and , cake

This is a fabulous little cafe, tucked away off a side street. It offers all sorts of different sandwiches, breakfast options, etcI had the potato cakes which came with spinach, poached eggs and crispy bacon. All very tasty and perfectly cooked. Partner had the tomato and avocado bruschetta, which included a selection of cherry tomatoes which was declared ‘delicious’The cappuccino was lovely as well. Definitely worth seeking out

Really nice place to go for coffee and food. The coffee is excellent and the staff are friendly. The food looks great too. There's an outdoor seating area, parking and nice views. Well worth a visit.

We called for coffee and cake and were disappointed with both! There was no offer to replace them or provide a refund. The waitress, Alice was most rude.

Celebrated my wife’s birthday with lunch and champagne, food was great and service was excellent 👍

Lovely lunch with my wife on the first day of our staycation

Nice ambience, had pear walnut salad alas more pear than salad. Nice service

Location and surroundings very pleasant Food perfectly presented and tasty. Menu had a nice choice - all a little different and good for dieters like me. Staff were lovely and friendly My new favourite spot.

The Old Garages is a fabulous gem in Wilmslow.I love the quirky surroundings, with unusual, and tasteful artefacts that are for sale. The Old Garages offers a refreshing change from the usual coffee shop surroundings.The main reason to visit is for the flavoursome, tasty home cooked food, which can be chosen from menu demonstrating flair and innovation. The home made cakes are very moorish, be warned!I always receive a warm, genuine welcome from the lovely staff who are always smiling and attentive. In the colder months there is a cosy wood burning stove too!

Fabulous, just love this place. Great setting, great menu and fab cakes! Brought my partner for the first time for a quick bite to eat and he was really impressed. Can’t wait for things to get back to normal and we will definitely be back

My fiancé and I had brunch here and we were really impressed. Everything was perfect! So great! Such tasty food, wonderful service and delightful decor! WOW!