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Nº 5 in 1017 in Richmond upon Thames

Nº 2 of 165 Other cuisines in Richmond upon Thames

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Very difficult to choose what to order because it’s all so appealing! As a vegetarian and a sometime vegan, it’s such a treat to be able to have anything on the menu and not have to search. Delicious, healthy food made with thought and care. Excellent service.

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alisoncN921YK . 2021-06-06

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My colleague and me were working in the area and popped in afterwards. The food was superb - we both had the jackfruit chilli cheeze hotdogs and a chocolate shake. We were sat outside and made to feel very welcome. The service was friendly but not over-the-too - and reasonably priced too.Will be back with my partner when they are fully open again.

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LordCliffordHume . 2021-04-30

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Over lockdown I tried to visit every cafe open in the High street. This was the best and I'm not vegetarian. Great food - had a wrap, sausage roll, cake and smoothie. Really original choices and tasted superb.

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mattbS557ND . 2021-04-21

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I have visited many times and it never disappoints. Food is delicious whatever you try and staff is very friendly, it is my to go cafe when I’m in Richmond.

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142aijas . 2020-12-12

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I unintentionally sat down in a vegan restaurant. I am not vegan or vegetarian and had gone out for brunch. Expecting a menu of bacon, sausage and eggs, I was initially concerned about only seeing vegan options. Not to be a party pooper, I opted for an omelette and by gosh was it amazing. My wife’s safe option is avocado on toast did what it said in the tin however, having tased my dish, she is desperate to go back so she can order what I had. Will definitely be returning.

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mrmacandcheese . 2020-10-19

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Great vegan food! Invited by a friend to come and I was delighted how the food was deliciously prepared . Healthy option indeed and the staff are so nice.

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F7441FTkelly . 2020-10-05

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Lunch was amazing! Cheese melt and the quiche tasted so good! Great fresh juices. Apple flapjack and orange polenta cake were delicious! Friendly staff and lovely atmosphere. Can’t wait to return! Would love The Retreat Kitchen recipe book!

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Noreenconnollyldn . 2020-09-20

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Tasty vegan food and lovely atmosphere with friendly service. We had a very tasty lunch and my (usually) meat eating husband was very impressed.

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jop804 . 2020-07-31

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It's our first stop point in Richmond, with lovely welcoming staff. Always amazing breakfast options and delicious healthy smoothies! Then we took out a fabulous pea, mint and courgette quiche and of course yummy naughty and good cakes to eat back home!Thanks again for filling us with your delicious food, we'll be back soon!

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sarahswish . 2020-07-15

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I had a fantastic lunch at the Retreat Kitchen today.The menu is brilliant & the food (I had the burrito) was so lovely, along with the service. There are so many great options to choose from on the menu so looking forward to trying many more of them. This place is a must to visit.Thank you & see you again!

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nickhamps04 . 2020-07-12

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Great lunch today in this cute cafe. Service, food and smoothies all top notch. Worth a visit and all vegan too so good for the environment.

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W8143YRsamm . 2020-07-11

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I had a great experience at the retreat kitchen. Amazing avocado on toast and great service. Wonderful staff!

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R9417OZwills . 2020-03-20

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I visited The Retreat Kitchen earlier today, it was my first time. What a revelation - superb vegan food and a good selection of drinks. Definitely quality over quantity. The service was very polite and efficient - not in yer face....a most enjoyable time and I'd definitely recommend this place!Serious genuine vegan fare run by people who clearly care and believe in the cause and most definitely not some hipster driven Johnny-come-lately bods,Undoubtedly food for the goddesses and gods!!Check it out! "Human freedom, animal rights, one struggle, one fight!!"

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bandikan . 2020-03-14

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We found this place perfect for a very healthy, very tasty bunch/lunch. Hubby a newbie vegan and me not. The food and coffee was delicious. Lovely and helpful staff. Would recommend. Will come back again.

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kerryt334 . 2020-03-08

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Met up here with a friend we’d not seen for 50 years. We were able to relax here in the warm and were made very welcome. The staff gave information about the menu and we sampled a lot of the items on offer. Coffee was excellent and we would visit again when in Richmond.

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MidlandsMaz . 2020-03-04

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Amazing place to chill and eat. I had the best carrot cake I have ever eaten... would totally recommend.... and the staff were lovely too ! :)

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emmagK3834IC . 2020-02-29

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I am an omnivore who occasionally likes to eat vegan as I think they work a little harder to make the food interesting. I had the special of the day which was mildly curried vegetables and chickpeas with rice. Very tasty. I was meeting up with a friend I literally hadn’t seen for decades and we were there so long that we had afternoon tea as well. I can highly recommend the polenta and orange cupcake.

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gulliblestravels52 . 2020-02-25

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Cakes were yum. Coffee was perfectly made. Service was attentive and friendly. Had a great meeting there.

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Richard W . 2020-02-15

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Lovely brunch and chai latte. Welcoming and friendly staff. Trip advisor wants me to write more but no I’m not :)

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RoccoRichie . 2020-02-08

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The retreat kitchen is definitely one of my favourite places I’ve visited recently. Lovely staff and cosy atmosphere. The menu is fantastic. Lots of choice and variety. The homemade cakes are amazing too. Really would recommend a visit. Will definitely be returning! Thank you so much for a wonderful experience!

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skye2219 . 2020-02-07

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Visited on the 26th November in a group of 9. We hadn't made a reservation but were very quickly accommodated and given a very friendly welcome. We all made our individual menu choices and the food and drinks were all served very quickly. The quality of food was brilliant and while I am not vegan having visited this restaurant I think I might make a gradual change to becoming vegan. The prices are good value and this is a wonderful restaurant. I will certainly visit again next time in Richmond. Thank you.

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AjayKing . 2020-01-08

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I had coffee and tea only but the food looked absolutely delicious and I will for sure go back for a bite to eat. The restaurant is very small and can be too noisy at times especially near the counter. The staff were friendly enough although one of them asked me and my friend to leave after our second drinks to leave space for others which I thought was off as we had been consuming drinks all along.

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Christel88_13 . 2020-01-05

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Delicious food and tasty juices, with plenty of choice on the menu. Helpful and friendly staff. Lovely to support independent places. Would highly recommend. Vegan gem in the heart of Richmond.

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FrequentFlier552179 . 2019-11-19

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Want to thank The Retreat Kitchen for a lovely Birthday meal. I had 8 guests join me and on arrival we where greeted with a glass of Sparkling and a friendly welcome.

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creative56 . 2019-10-30

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This is a lovely place for breakfast before a walk along the river. The food is excellent and the service is friendly. I can highly recommend it. Everything on the menu seems to be equally delicious.

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Jude I . 2019-09-01

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Stopped by at this wonderful plant based vegan cafe twice during our stay in the area. Wow, breakfast was amazing, innovative and tasty. The cakes also come highly recommended. Thankyou for outstanding service, it was clear that you are passionate about your food and work well as a team. Highly recommended.

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KANDSC11 . 2019-08-20

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I ate brunch at the Retreat Kitchen in Richmond during my holiday in the UK last week (July 2019). I had the chickpea omelette with macaroni and cheese as a side and an oat milk cappuccino to drink. The chickpea omelette was more like a pancake stuffed with vegetables than a real omelette. It wouldn't fool anybody as to containing eggs. The mac and cheese tasted of nutritional yeast, very much like my own homemade mac and cheese. Again it wouldn't fool anybody into thinking that it's the real deal. The cappuccino was fine. The bill came to GBP 16. The Retreat Cafe is OK, but not good value for money. I recommend eating there if you're in Richmond, but don't go out of your way for it.

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Michael A . 2019-07-23

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We came here for late breakfast, brunch almost and had a very good one! The juices, both the green and the beetroot were super fresh, and well balanced taste. Avocado toast was brilliant, but the pancake with fresh fruits was amazing! Not too sweet and tasted real, not like some American chains... a must try. We will definitely come back and enjoy the friendly service, thanks!

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StefanPeturs . 2019-07-04

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Having just moved into the area I had done my research and read about this vegan gem in Richmond. Well the sausage sandwich with brown sauce was a great version of the local special - homemade pickle and salad on the side added a very nice fresh touch. The oatly flat white was so good I had two. Definitely coming back here for more of the tempting and wide ranging breakfast and lunch menu. Huge range of smoothies and juices too. Highly recommended for tourists venturing out of the crowded parts of London or those having a day in Kew or Richmond Park. As a new local this will be a regular stop for me.

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F3312STandreab . 2019-06-26

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The restaurant/cafe is about 15 minute walk from Richmond Station and minutes from the main George Street..

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cyprusfan10 . 2019-06-06

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We asked the team if they could generate a take-away meal for 12. What they produced was fabulous - consumed with delight by a hungry group of carnivores who could not believe it was all plant based. Delicious 😋!

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Stephen G . 2019-05-30

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What a superb place for breakfast! I had the chickpea omelette followed by the pancakes with fruit and syrup. Both dishes absolutely delish! Was well worth the visit!

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Northeastwanderer20 . 2019-05-28

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The restaurants menu choice was good and good choices of cakes . But the service was so slow over 25 mins for one open sandwich and a green juice. Also the heating is unbearable. Don’t think I will return.

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nichola7021 . 2019-03-25

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A brunch to die for ... And that Vegan banoffee pie ... Vegan Heaven! A lovely welcome too. Highly recommended ...

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Craig A . 2019-02-25

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Love this café since discovering it last year. I especially love the loose leaf teas and home baking. Lunch was delicious last time I was there but portion size could be a bit larger. Looking forward to next visit!

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london_foodiehopeful . 2019-02-22

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The Retreat is on the Hill Rise in leafy Richmond upon Thames, not far from the river or downtown shops. A light interior and large windows on the street: over the doorline, older glass panels are more detailed. The Retreat is proudly based on vegetables and is very well and welcomingly run by Claire and Maggie, and originated in a BBC TV show, also called The Retreat, whose background is detailed on their website. I had a vegan brunch which was excellent specially the spicy beans and scrambled tofu - who knew tofu could be so interesting? and a choice of breads offered (spelt, sourdough). Coffee also which was excellent. They also put on events in the evenings and I recently attended a nutrition workshop (splendid food also supplied).

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Chris A . 2019-01-26

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Loved the all vegan cafe in this cute neighborhood. The breakfast was tasty and fresh. Portions not huge but sufficient. Could get real diary milk or the vegan milk options for beverage.

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PearlJamDC . 2019-01-02

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Great selection for vegan brunch as well as cakes and pastries. Also 4 different non-dairy milks for your coffee. I had the lovely chickpea omelette , my wife had the tofu wrap. Will definately be visiting again.

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nit2202 . 2018-12-20

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We called in on Saturday only for a coffee and loved the warm atmosphere and helpful staff. The food looked delicious and will definitely return for lunch.

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bikerchick39 . 2018-12-10

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A friend and I spent the loveliest time in The Retreat, such a nice atmosphere and the food was excellent and so fresh. We each had a beetroot wrap - delicious and suitable for someone with multi intolerances & allergies (gluten, onion), like me! She had coffee which she loved and I had a herbal/fruit tea in a wonderful combo which I cannot remember but it included hibiscus and ginger. Served in a glass pot - so improves the flavour. We each had a muffin, one buckwheat, cinnamon + and I had a polenta, orange and lemon one, both were moist and delicious. Again I was able to have a gluten free muffin, without dried fruit (intolerant) or the ubiquitous chocolate which had a great texture and flavour. The staff are very friendly and relaxed. Cannot praise this little café too highly, it truly is a gem!

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Elkeismine . 2018-12-03

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Visited with my wife and mother in law for Breakfast. As with most of my reviews I will keep it short and sweet. Food is amazing, everything we tried tasted great. Especially the Brunch plate and the Berry pancake stack. Highly recommend and oat milk cappuccino, make sure to ask for large. The staff, again, fantastic. They were really friendly and helpful with anything and everything we needed. Very reasonably priced for London too. Take a visit and enjoy a real and proper vegan Experience.

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maksimgla . 2018-12-02

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My boyfriend and I regularly visit this lovely little cafe for brunch. The staff are super friendly and attentive, and the food is delicious - healthy and filling. I’d definitely recommend the Retreat Kitchen. The coffee is fantastic too.

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Hollee G . 2018-09-21

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It isn't always easy to find a restaurant able to provide a good selection, for a vegan, so when I found the website for this place, I thought it would be perfect for a visit with my wife. We arrived around 11am and thought we might be too late for the breakfast menu, but were quickly reassured that they would cook what we wanted. The staff were extremely pleasant and helpful, and the food was colourful and inviting, and indeed was delicious. The coffee is worth a mention. We asked for Soya milk but they suggested Oat milk was a better choice, and we both felt it was the best coffee we'd had in ages. This is a lovely place, and we would certainly go back if we were in the area again.

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iaind945 . 2018-09-19

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Found this place on TripAdvisor while passing through Richmond. Lovely fresh food and a friendly competent waiter/server from Australia. Liked the Aussie music playing in the cafe! ;) We had the smashed avocado on rye with oat milk lattes. I was skeptical but gave the oat milk a go which was excellent. The emphasis of The Retreat Kitchen is vegetarian/vegan which might not suit everyone. Suitable for a light healthy meal or snack.

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TheTravellerReview . 2018-09-05

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So glad we found this little gem. Perfect for those (like us!) who want choices to include GF & Vegan. The food tasted exquisitely fresh and the fresh juices added to the appeal. Naturally (!) we had to try the cakes too and we were so glad we did. I think you may be seeing us quite often :)

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Michelle R . 2018-08-10

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We love this cafe and visit several times a week . The food is delicious, home cooked and creative. The staff are always friendly and attentive. This is the best little cafe in Richmond and the only vegan cafe . Highly recommend. We love to support local business but only if they are up to par. Many cafes come and go in Richmond but we hope the retreat is here to stay.

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lillijayne . 2018-08-02

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Just had a coffee but the service was first rate. The couple near me were raving about their brunch. Interesting, varied menu

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SofiaRodin . 2018-07-29

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Great little cafe just by Richmond bridge. Tasty vegan options can be hard to come by sometimes but not here. Breakfast lunch or coffee and a cake you won't be disappointed. Owners are friendly and helpful.

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deeduff60 . 2018-07-13

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My wife,granddaughter and I went for the first time on a recommendation and we weren’t disappointed. With excellent and friendly service we sat inside and had lunch despite the opportunity to sit outside on a glorious sunny day. We both ordered off the special menu,sweet potato burger with chips and salad with our 2yr old granddaughter having some of ours. To drink I had fresh fiery lemon,ginger and apple juice (I would highly recommend this,it was delicious) my wife had strawberry,lemon,lime and mint.

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Eric F . 2018-07-01

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It's a cafe that serves great vegan food with charm and friendliness. When I am in Richmond I always make sure I pop in. Recommended.

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Paul H . 2018-06-25

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Staying with friends who have just moved to Richmond and so we went out to lunch on the Sunday, and ate here at The Retreat, as my friend is vegan. We all had a good meal- enjoyed even by the meat-eating part of the group. Good value and friendly service. Busy. Like everywhere in Richmond at the weekend. We were early, but you will probably need to book in advance. I like places that offer tap water in a jug instantly- and they did that.

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Peggy j . 2018-05-24

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Very good vegan food, great staff, excellent service. It really feels like a village local little place. Nice change with all the chains around. We will be back for sure!

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RMCartier . 2018-05-20

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My husband and I searched around Richmond in search of a healthy gluten free vegetarian lunch and were delighted to stumble on The Retreat Kitchen. The service was friendly and helpful. There was a wide choice of delicious gluten free options and a really tasty gluten free bread.

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PaulHTheHague . 2018-05-02

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I'm a relatively new vegan and visited here with my partner (non-vegan), my vegan brother-in-law and my three year old for lunch. The food is absolutely delicious and will appeal to all, there's a great variety and they catered for my child brilliantly with a great vegan sausage sandwich. Lovely service too and I've already recommended to a number of people. Have already been back and will continue to do so.

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kellya1979701 . 2018-03-27

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Phenomenal food. Their salads are amazing. Lovingly made with a great combination of ingredients and very filling. Every time I go in I think I’ll have something else but as soon as I see those beautiful salads I have to have them! The cakes and turmeric lattes are fab too. The staff are always happy and welcoming. Thankfully I’ve moved to the area so can call The Retreat Kitchen my ‘local’! I even held a private dinner here for my birthday. Everything about the night was fabulous, the food, the wine, the cake and the elegant table settings.

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Day R . 2018-03-25

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This little restaurant is my favourite place for lunch. There is always a friendly welcome from helpful and charming staff. The food is delicious and there is something for all tastes, whether you are vegan or not. I have been each time with non-vegan friends and they all say they would like to return. You can get a glass of wine if you like and they serve breakfast/brunch, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner. As well as the set menus they have two or three specials every day, so always plenty of choice. I totally recommend it.

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Anna M . 2018-03-20

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Called in for brunch on the way to watch the rugby at Twickenham. We were welcomed in to the warm cosy cafe on an extremely cold day. The brunch was perfectly cooked and delicious. There is lots of choice and if we lived in the area we would definitely be regular visitors.

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mariehG392HS . 2018-03-19

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the food at the retreat kitchen is so tasty! we also had the tropical smoothies which were delicious. lovely service and nice atmosphere. Would definitely recommend a visit.

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Seren28 . 2018-03-15

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Visited here with a friend, I am veggie and she is vegan ! Lots of lovely choice of food can’t wait to come back for brunch ! The chocolate orange cake was incredible! Too many lovely smoothies and juices to choose from ! Can’t wait to visit again ! Thanks ladies !

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Loves2travelC . 2018-03-15

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This is such a special place. They make all the food themselves and, whether you are vegetarian/vegan or not, the dishes are superb. There's lots of choice - smoothies are incredible, coffee is out of this world, breakfast, lunch and cakes are THE BEST. And the atmosphere is great. Huge plus is that they allow dogs too. It's clean, airy, light and buzzy. You pay a little more, but you expect that for a quality product which is made with care. Can't recommend this place highly enough. PS they also do takeaway if you collect. Richmond Park is about six minutes away on foot... What more could you want?

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TeddyPMEdward . 2018-03-06

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I called Claire to book lunch and she responded very enthusiastically. We were very impressed with the lovely service and warm friendly atmosphere and the food was an absolute delight. What a gastronomic oasis! You absolutely don’t need to be a vegan to appreciate this wonderful little restaurant. Keep up the great work.

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tomamoses . 2018-03-06

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I love this place! Got to be the best Vegan food in West London. Wonderful service and a lovely friendly atmosphere. Part of our weekend routine!!

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Baz54321 . 2018-03-04

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Food, service, location - all good. Definitely worth going there if you like healthy or want show someone where vegans get their protein.

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Elena P . 2018-02-17

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After much deliberation and some self restraint I opted for just the avocado on sourdough bread for my brunch and it was delicious.

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143lizzib . 2018-02-11

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Visited this place for lunch. The food was ok, however is not freshly cooked at the premises (I couldn't see a kitchen!) The service was good but I don't like microwaved food so therefore I won't be back.

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hannes_thalsma . 2018-01-20

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My son and his girlfriend introduced us to the lovely place on Sunday morning. We were very impressed, the food was excellently presented and extremely delicious. The coffee was amazing, will definitely be back .

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241traceyh . 2018-01-14

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Located just off Richmond bridge, this little cafe serves the most imaginatively prepared plant-based smoothies and meals. Excellent food and service and very competitively priced for such high quality ingredients. Highly recommended.

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EnMRoy . 2018-01-02

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Great location close to town centre. Great range of vegan goodies and oat coffee. Favourite stop! Great for vegan hangover food!

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TravellingChooser . 2017-12-17

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Cosy and comfortable setting, very friendly staff who looked after us so well and extremely delicious vegan food. Loved that they had kombucha on the menu too. Worth the trip from Ruislip - we will definitely be back : )

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Chlcam . 2017-12-16

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My friends and I were really impressed by this place. We came in a large group of 10 but the staff were very accommodating and able to fit us in.

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345olliew . 2017-12-10

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Very lucky to have this vegan cafe in Richmond, the owner and her daughter ( I believe) are lovely. Food is is Delish with lots of savoury and sweet dishes/pastries selections. great cosy atmosphere

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Alexandra B . 2017-12-10

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Happened to pass by on late Saturday morning and in need of a coffee popped in. The thought of a saussie sarnie was to great to resist. The lovely ciabatta was jammed full of really yummy sausage and oozing ketchup.

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Bananas2013 . 2017-11-18

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Popular for a reason - this is good food prepared and served by people who care. We had the Brunch Plate (served until 3pm at the weekend) and it was just right - varied and satisfying. I had a beer and my son had a Strawberry Zest juice - very nice. No room for dessert but we had a latte with oat milk and a 70% hot chocolate with coconut milk - absolutely delicious! Will definitely try to return.

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Paul H . 2017-11-11

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We had pancakes for breakfast! They were really good and light. I also bought a chocolate brownie cake to take home, also very good and tasty. Staff are friendly and sympathetic. Lovely place to catch up with friends 🙂

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762maraf . 2017-10-25

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Excellent venue for a family brunch on a Sunday afternoon. Terrific selection of vegan cakes and everyone thoroughly enjoyed their food. Don't bother reading the reviews - just go and eat at The Retreat and you won't be disappointed.

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Martin S . 2017-10-16

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I visited The Retreat Kitchen for lunch with my good friend, whom is vegan, and who found this cafe and said that we must go! We had the most delicious food in a beautiful area, not forgetting to mention the service which was very friendly and approachable. I am vegetarian myself, so thoroughly enjoyed this natural and healthy food, but would recommend to anyone, vegan or not! I will certainly be visiting again soon.

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Freedom736319 . 2017-10-15

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Visited The Retreat today with my husband and we both were delighted with our choices from the totally vegan menu.

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1953hello . 2017-10-06

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My home away from home! Delightful, tasty and interesting vegan food. The thoughtful proprietors, Maggie and Claire, have put heart and soul into their creations which are subtle and fulfilling in flavour and taste. Service is great and the gorgeous Hannah has the best smile. Highly recommended.

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Donovan M . 2017-10-01

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As a vegetarian I love finding places where I have a lot of choice on the menu and The Retreat didn’t disappoint. We had Sunday brunch here, and as it was a beautiful sunny day we were really happy with an outside table. The breakfast muffin with hollandaise sauce was delicious, washed down with a green juice. A relaxing and friendly place which I would definitely visit again. Highly recommended for a visit.

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sdoragh . 2017-08-31

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Ingredients in these dishes and drinks were really good quality. Had a really nice visit here. A bit of a loud kitchen for a 'retreat' though. :-)

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JonathonMcC . 2017-08-26

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Went with a friend (neither of us vegan) and had a delicious lunch! Both the English breakfast muffin with mushrooms, avocado, spinach and vegan hollandaise, and the chickpea omelette stuffed with lots of things (plus smoky beans) were very tasty. The iced coffee with pat milk was also great- much creamier than anything I've managed with oat milk!

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ameliajhodgson . 2017-08-12

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We have been to this cafe twice now after discovering it on Happy Cow. We aren't vegan but like to try vegan cafes and restaurants as we feel it's a true test of great cooking; being able to create food with amazing flavour and variety without falling back on meat and dairy as a base.

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175MagsR . 2017-08-09

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We've been there twice now, even though we don't live in Richmond, we are considering making it a regular breakfast/lunch destination. The menu is excellent and huge fulfilling. During the week the the specials menu is filled with lovely baked dishes of the day and warm salad options, I fully recommend the Brunch Plate. The staff are super friendly and really lovely. Oh and the cake.....mmmmmmmm

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Andrew M . 2017-08-08

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Really enjoyed my visit. The chickpea omelette and the muffin with vegan hollandaise sauce were both delicious. Great strawberry smoothie too. I'm not a vegan but didn't miss the dairy. All in all, a nice place to hang out. Highly recommended.

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Bruce M . 2017-08-01

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We turned up at the tricky cross over between breakfast and lunch but ended up getting the best of both worlds. I had an amazing muffin with Portobello mushrooms which, for an unabashed carnivore like myself, was a revalation. My 3 year old son had the pancakes which disappeared in the blink of an eye along with a delicious smoothie.

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Richard W . 2017-08-01

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Visited on a Sunday recently for bunch and was very impressed with the quality of the food, smoothies, coffees and cakes! Very friendly and knowledgeable staff, a must visit (even for non veggies / vegans!). We will be back soon! Would highly recommend the breakfast muffin and chickpea omelette!

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Y3294GTlauraw . 2017-07-18

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With interest growing in vegan cuisine I had to sample out of curiosity - expecting tasteless food what a surprise - the food was wholesome and full of flavour - the dal was superb, the quiche and smashed avocados were great - even the mayo did not lack richness. I think Maggie is a natural hostess making this little restaurant as welcoming as inviting some friends to to your own home. I wish the Retreat Kitchen every success in the future

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rone933 . 2017-07-14

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Friendly welcoming vegan cafe, serving very tasty homemade food. My wife and I both chose the excellent Aubergine chilli served on a bed of rice with a portion of good quality flat bread, which we found to be both filling and very tasty. Also had freshly blended juices again very good. This was followed by one of their large selection of yummy homemade cakes. I can genuinely say that their coffee is the best I have had anywhere.

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alan_wSurrey . 2017-07-01

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Ideal place for non vegans to discover how varied and delicious vegan food is. The menu is imaginative and the food is vibrant in taste, texture and colour. On our visit at lunchtime today Maggie and Hannah made us very welcome - lovely touch to have help yourself carafes of water with fresh orange, lemon or lime. We ordered the scrambled tofu/spinach wrap and the falafal/hummus wrap both of which were generously filled and came with a small green salad. We also had a very tasty side portion of potato salad which had veg and herbs for extra zing. Our dessert was the best carrot cake ever! Luscious orange frosting over a moist multi-texture cake - could have stayed and just kept eating all afternoon. Really great, truly a 'retreat', good value, wonderful to have this option in Richmond - we will return as often as possible.

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pdwarf . 2017-06-27

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This lovely cafe combines quality ingredients and the smart polish you expect from an London eatery with the warm hospitality of an owner-run business. If only it could be our local! The plant-based menu pushes the boundaries - both in flavour and presentation - and makes the beige 70's style food often associated with vegetarian and vegan cuisine a thing of the past.

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Oliver L . 2017-06-15

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Totally in love with this place. It's got an ever-changing selection of sweet and savoury treats you wont be able to resist (or decide what to have!) Claire and Maggie have clearly put their hearts and souls into this place and the result is a chic cafe that brings clean and ethical eating to the upmarket Richmond scene. It's nice to see from the few times I have visited that they are already building a following of loyal regulars.

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Katie W . 2017-06-15

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I decided to try it for lunch and was really glad I did. The food is really flavoursome and the juice wonderful. There were a couple of ladies having some bubbles with their lunch which I surely return to do soon. The mixed salad at £6 for a small is a really reasonable for a large portion as well.

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cbw2009 . 2017-06-13

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A new gem in Richmond -- delicious lunch and cake, great service and a real attention to detail that lifts the whole experience. Doesn't matter if you're veggie or vegan, or just hungry -- you'll love it.

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Michael R . 2017-05-31

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This cafe is a great way to refuel after a walk in Rochmond park. The owner was kind enough to prepare Brunch for my partner and I outside of their regular serving hours as we arrived after 3pm. The food was excellent and the service was very friendly. I will definitely be back next time I am in Richmond.

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Scott C . 2017-05-30

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Just a nice place to shelter from the unexpected shower, but turned out that the cappuccino and flat whites were most welcome. (nice berry smoothie too according to our daughter). Nothing to eat this time, but the pleasant waitress provided us with some avacado on rye taster samples which went down very well. A few steep steps to pop to the loo, but it's a popular little kitchen with a couple of tables on the pavement outside too, ideal to while away the time and take in the Richmond street scene. Just short a stroll to the river frontage down hill.. Like it!

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Henry C . 2017-05-29

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I have visited this delightful Richmond cafe twice now since it opened this year and it is now my absolute go to for brunch / lunch whenever I'm back in London. The first time was visiting for a social catch up with friends, the second I had a business lunch. Groups are always welcome when booked a little in advance and you are never hurried out.. you can relax and feel completely at ease whatever the purpose for your trip.

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Cheryl E . 2017-05-25

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My daughter, who is vegan, took me to lunch here today as a late Mothers Day present. We had the most delicious lunch. Everything was so tasty. I am not vegan but I thoroughly enjoyed the quiche and beautiful salads and the chocolate brownie which were all really tasty. My daughter had a cheesecake for her pudding which she said was absolutely amazing. We shared a bottle of Vegan Prosecco which was really really nice! I had an oat milk decaf cappuccino, and they use barista oat milk, which meant it was nice and frothy!!

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Jane S . 2017-05-19

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Outstanding vegan brunch (said as a big meat eater!) and the coffee is the best I've found. Lovely atmosphere too, highly recommend.

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thweito . 2017-05-17

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Really enjoyed the food, and I usually eat meat! The vegan beer was a nice surprise aswell. Friendly attentive staff and a nice relaxed atmosphere to eat in, definitely give it a go.

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gilescourt19 . 2017-05-17

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In a town like Richmond Surrey which has more café’s restaurants and food outlets than you can shake a stick at, you must be really exceptional to stand out above the competition.

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marandpower . 2017-05-13

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