The Old Orchard Cafe in South Norfolk

Priced yourselves out of the market for families! £5.50 for sausage roll £4.50 for slice of cake £7 for soup & bread ?!? I know you’re a charity but come on …..

Lovely cafe with a great mission! Warming cup of tea and panini on a rainy day. Small indoors area with a handful of tables and we will for sure return on a dry day and enjoy the beautiful courtyard area. Everything homemade on site (soup, stew, sausage rolls, scotch eggs, scones, paninis and selection of cakes). And make sure to take a walk up the gravel path to visit the “Aladdin’s cave” full of bric-à-brac’s and admire the architecture of the old convent buildings. Already excited to visit again! Thank you

My mum had some things she wanted to donate to Emmaus so I loaded the car and off we went. I knew that Emmaus was a charity that helped homeless people but I wasn't quite prepared for what I found. On arrival we took our donations to the appropriate place and we're met at the door by the most wonderfully warm and welcoming lady I have ever met in a charity shop! She told us she was a part of the community and how the charity worked. She was so pleasant I could have chatted with her all day. She directed us to the coffee shop and the charity shop. The coffee shop isn't large, but it's homely and the prices are in line with what you'd pay elsewhere. Why do people always expect cut price when a coffee shop is run by a charity??? Really makes me cross!!! We were a bit early for the cheese scones that had been recommended, but the sausage roll served with salad and crisps was mouthwatering and filling! And they're served warm if you wish! The coffee was really delicious and hot. All served up by community members who were very pleasant and helpful. We walked through the orchard to the shop which was delightful. The daffodils were beautiful and everyone we met along the way were warm and friendly and wanted to chat. We didn't buy anything in the shop, though I think I would visit another day and maybe find a treasure! The whole experience was a lesson in how the homeless can be helped and we left impressed with how people who had been marginalized by society have invested in the whole enterprise and made it such an amazing place with their own drive and determination to change their lives. I felt very humbled and I wish all the community members the very best for the future.

My friends and I have been coming to this lovely peaceful place for many years. We always return home with a treasure or 2!! We also always stop for refreshments at this friendly cafe, the coffee is great & usually I cannot resist the carrot cake, but I noticed the cake price had increased to £4.50 a slice, now I feel that is becoming unaffordable!! Please reconsider, people spend more if prices are reasonable, because we may have had a panini for lunch and a cake to follow, but we resisted and didn't buy any cake. Apart from that, great place to come to, thanks 😊

This is a great place to spend a few hours, there’s plenty to do including walking the orchard, looking at the huge second hand emporium and eating at the cafe. The food is exceptional, which is matched by the friendly staff. The carrot cake was so nice I arranged with the staff to make a whole one for my wife’s birthday. One of the warmest nicest places you could want to visit.

Wow fantastic food and service. Such a friendly and welcoming bunch of people, very helpful and attentive. It was my first visit had only just heard about Emmaus, looked online and decided a visit would be on the cards. My friend who has recently moved into the village was looking for a sideboard so I suggested we have a run out together. It was an amazing experience she bought a bird feeder and found a sideboard ! Two items ticked off her wish list. Also bought some scones to take home, fruit and cheese. Very impressed with the quality of food and so reasonably priced. All I can say is go and visit good cause, happy bunch, great surroundings which incorporates a wonderful garden area for children to play. Score 11/10 Great place!!!

What a wonderful hidden spot for a lunch experience with a recycle centre. The food is and was brilliant, a good choice. Many fresh cakes and other treasures The 'staff' here are the wonder team brand all great. Our visit we left the "ping-pong balls, hope useful and if not see you guys next year..

A must do!! Fabulous food, prices, and the coffee is amazing. Its also very friendly but with professionalism and high standards. Had a lovely afternoon and a great browse through the gardens and huge shop, where there is something for everyone. So lovely to see such an old building being used to its full potential. The staff are very polite, helpful and friendly. Many repeat visits is going to be the norm for my friends and I. The cakes, scones, cream teas, milkshakes and coffee were amazing! If you have never been, you are so missing out!

I love this place for lunch and will often suggest it to friends as a cheap and cheerful place for lunch. The cakes are amazing, the prices are more than reasonable and the service is always spot on. As an added bonus the charity shop is a trove of treasures. Love a trip to Emmaus! 💚

Had a delicious ham and cheese toastie, perfect end to a visit to Emmaus. Good menu lots of lovely cakes and good service

Been a few times but stopped with my teenage daughter on our way to Norwich and it was lovely to see she enjoyed her visit and appreciated the cafe as much as I did. We loved sitting outside under the shelter in the spring sunshine but warmed by the overhead heater. Service was friendly and efficient despite being really busy and getting the last table, they were very accommodating of my daughter's requests to leave out ingredients she didn't like, the panninis and cakes were really good and at a good price. Even did a bit of shopping and left with a few cupboard essentials like coffee beans.

We took our adult special needs son for a birthday lunch & had afternoon tea. It included what is in the photo plus some delicious salmon things that we'd already eaten. Plus unlimted tea & coffee, for £15 each. Couldn't eat it all & took a couple of cakes home for later. Lovely homemade food, great coffee & tea, & exceptional service. Much nicer than one we had in Norwich. Highly recommended.

⭐️ Myself and my family have been to the Orchard Cafe at Emmaus on a number of occasions and every time we visit it never disappoints. All the companions are so so friendly and helpful and the food is absolute perfection! The Emmaus site is peaceful and tranquil and there is a wonderful park area which my boys love exploring. After we’ve eaten we always go in the shop and explore the rooms of treasure which are there. An absolute gem and one of my absolute favourite places. Positively highly recommended, you will not be disappointed ⭐️

We had the most delicious bacon and bacon and egg roll served by lovely, friendly staff. My hot chocolate was perfect, not too sweet and the coffee was good too. Very dog friendly. We would recommend.

We loved our visit to such a friendly cafe, everybody smiling and enthusiastic in their work. We enjoyed home made pies and toasties with salad and crisps. Very clean and efficient. Will definitely visit again, well done to all 👏🏼👏🏼

I found this quite accidentally in the summertime when it was so hot. It was just the place to stop for something to eat in Ditchingham. Not an area I know particularly well, but the cafe is a welcome stop. They have a typical lunch menu, paninis, soup and bread, toasted sandwiches, and proper coffee. All of their cakes are homemade and look very tempting; I'm sure they sell out most days. The great advantage is that there is a fabulous charity shop here, one of the biggest I have ever soon. Highly recommend going to both the cafe and the charity shop.

Tasty, reasonable priced, quality, home made lunch for 4. We had cakes, sausage rolls, chicken stew, pasty & scone. Lovely, friendly staff. Sat outside in pretty garden. Recommended.

Visited on a beautiful sunny day, and it was so lovely to sit outside in the sunshine, listening to the birds. We had coffee, and cherry and almond scones, which were were probably the best scones I’ve ever had (including my own). I hope they’re on the menu next time we’re there.

A retreat for a Treat ! Such genuine friendly staff who made me feel like an old friend. Amazed at the quality of cakes and coffee and such a good prices. Love the decor and the relaxing atmosphere.

This cafe, with its friendly staff and rural location is a lovely peaceful place to come for morning coffee, a light lunch, or tea and cake in the afternoon. The delicious food is all home cooked with lots of choice. The food is carefully presented...

Enjoyed a lovely light lunch at the Old Orchard café. Lovely selection of food, tasty home cooking. Caters for gluten free and has milk alternative for coffee. Probably the biggest piece of (very tasty)brownie I've ever had! Highly recommended.

The Bacon, Brie and Chutney panini was amazing. As was the homemade Courgette Cake with Zingy Lime Frosting. The lady behind the till was so friendly and helpful. (Thanks Chloe!) Going to come back again and again.

After a recommendation from a friend we visited The Orchard Cafe today. Firstly, the carrot cake was the best I have ever eaten and I have eaten a fair amount over the years. It wasn't just the cakes and coffee which were great but the...

Cafe set in beautiful countryside in grounds of former convent. Amazing second hand shop with many rooms. Great cafe with good coffee and excellent cakes. Very friendly. It’s definitely worth a visit if you are passing through, but would also make a really good outing...

Called in for a coffee and late lunch today, friendly and patient staff! Indecisive hubby! Great coffee and fabulous panini will definitely call again and will recommend to friends. Also visited the converted convent which is has lots of very interesting things to buy at...

I visited orchard cafe with my mother and my little girl. I was impressed by the high standard of food and service. The people were all friendly and welcoming and my little girl enjoyed doing some colouring in with the pencils that were provided on...

My mum and I visited the Emmaus Cafe yesterday. It was such a delight. Everything was home-made and fresh, things coming out of the oven as we stood there smelling delicious! The companions that served us were so courteous and especially helpful for my mum...

Myself and my mother in law have just visited the Orchard cafe. Its a first visit to Emmaus for my MIL. I had told her about the carrot cake but I don't think she was prepared for how delicious it would be. As the weather...

What an amazing place to visit. So much to buy or browse through, in the lovely former convent. The Cafe was lovely with delicious homemade food and the staff were so welcoming and friendly. Will definitely visit again soon.

What a lovely place to enjoy a delicious mocha and scrummy cake. The staff are so lovely and ready to chat. Highly recommend

I came across this cafe whilst out walking.. it was a great little stop off. Food/Cakes, service, atmosphere lovely. Have returned several times and enjoyed refreshments with various friends and we have also donated items for their shop which is on site. Dog friendly too,...

I visited this lovely cafe with my husband after an enjoyable hour looking round Emmaus' beautifully-presented second-hand shop. The cafe has a pretty outdoor terrace, a good selection of cakes

We popped into The Old Orchard Cafe while visiting the Emmaus Norfolk & Waveney charity shop at Ditchingham. We had cheese scones and chocolate brownie and they were absolutely delicious. The kids loved playing on the play equipment, and the whole place is dog friendly...

A really good selection of delicious food and drinks at affordable prices, in a clean, bright environment. The staff are brilliant and very helpful. I'm looking forward to my next visit x

Always pop into this cafe whenever I am in the area. Excellent service by the staff and so much to choose from for a snack or light lunch. My wife and I highly recommend this friendly and welcoming place.