The Secret Cafe in Calderdale

Called in for Sunday breakfast. Hidden away, but very convenient if you are walking or cycling along the canal. We had the “small” breakfast, which was delicious and filling and served by friendly staff. Well worth a visit !

Went here for breakfast and overall it was really good apart from the tinned tomato on my full English which were horribly sweet and could have easily overpowered the flavour of the rest of the flavours. Would have been better with fresh.

Been going for the last two years nearly every 2 weeks. Absolutely fantastic breakfast. Staff are amazing the place is lovely and clean. Prices are the best around and the food certainly is.

As always, the food and staff are second to none. Deliveries of their products are always delivered with a smile. What is there not to like? Thank you.

What a gem !!! Almost hidden amongst the industrial units from bye-gone times, set amongst the cobbles, and a much welcome sight just off the canal towpath. Breakfast was fabulously tasty, quite literally a plentiful plate of well cooked English grub! I had the vegetarian full English, three tasty veggie sausages, tinned ‘sloppy’ tomatoes, beans, mushrooms, egg and toast all piping hot served with a proper mug of tea! Hubby had the traditional full English breakfast with a flat white coffee and commented on the absolute value for money it was, best ever he said! I have to agree! Staff were so lovely, attentive but not intrusive and seemed genuinely happy to be there. Total bill was just under £20, we’d have paid more!

Located next to the canal this is a proper hidden gem! Tucked away in a mini business park this cafe serves a range of breakfast and lunch options. Went for the breakfast which is served in a quaint cafe vibe. Throughly recommend the full breakie which is great value for money.

Went to The Secret Cafe today as it has been quite some time since we were last there. My Mrs had been browsing on Her Chromebook and some review came up about The Secret Cafe and She said "was it the same one we had visited some time ago" and if so, we need to go again and check it out. The weather today was quite wet and Her indoors suggested we might go today for a bit of lunch so we left a damp Wyke and went over to a very wet Luddenden Foot to pay them a visit. I had already checked the Menu out online and had decided I was going to have the Beef Chilli with chips and a pitta bread, however when we got there the lady that came to serve us pointed out the "Specials" menu and I "clocked " the Gammon, Eggs and Chips with Mushrooms and Tomato, so immediately changed my mind (as I am quite partial to a bit of Gammon). Sorry to be boring but we both ended up with the Gammon and two pot of tea. While we were waiting I was watching some of the items coming from the kitchen and said to the Mrs "I haven't seen anything small come out of there yet" A full English Breakfast past, flippin 'eck and then a couple of rather large sandwiches in large teacakes and some baked potatoes with ample fillings past our table so I had a pretty good idea what to expect and I wasn't disappointed. A young woman brought our tea's and after a while brought the lunch plate which consisted of a nice piece of grilled Gammon a good portion of chips, topped with two fried eggs two large slices of grilled tomato and a good helping of mushrooms. Gammon was properly grilled, the chips were delicious, fried eggs were fresh (the whites were almost meaty, that's when you know the eggs are fresh and the yolks still liquid, perfect) and a good portion of sweet mushrooms, what's not to like there. Both of us were highly delighted with our food and enough tea for two and a half cups each, perfect lunch. Lunch for two of us cost £ 22.00 which included the two pots of tea. Bargain!! The place was quite busy (I'm not really surprised) however I was surprised at the reasonable prices and quality of the food, so keep it up Guys, you are doing it right. Lastly the staff were pleasant and helpful and on a final note we are going to have to go back to try the Chilli and one or both of the night do's. It could be Pie Night or the Gourmet Evening possibly even both, so watch for the next review. Thank You to all at The Secret Cafe, the secret's out

Excellent value and friendly service.Never changes.Lovely food.My wife doesn't like black pudding so can change to extra sausage with no quibbling

Excellent evening. Great food and attentive staff. Definitely will return for the next 'Bistro Night'

This cafe is well worth a visit the food is excellent service a little bit slow but you don't mind waiting for good food

Super place lovely food staff excellent real value for money. Wouldn't hesitate to go again. Cooked breakfast huge.

I made one of my frequent visits today to The Secret Cafe. Nothing is too much trouble, I often ask for a variation to the menu. Today I ordered a ham salad, delicious ham, homemade coleslaw, a selection of leaves with all the other usual salt ingredients. An American coffee just as it should be, strong in a small cup. All for £8.25. Amazing.

We were delighted to find the Secret Cafe had restarted their Bistro Nights and so booked. The cafe was transformed into a stylish restaurant but the quality and warmth of the welcome was just as we have come to expect from so many visits to the cafe. The food was delicious as always with the Christmas Pudding being the highlight - we bought two to bring home ! At £25 each it was such an affordable treat ! Thanks to the entire team, especially, Harry and Pam, for giving us the perfect start to our Christmas celebrations.

Ordered eggs benedict ,what I got was not that cold sauce that was a week old1,cheap processed ham instead of bacon or salmon. When I told middle aged women who was cooking behind the counter how bad it was she raised her voice at me I paid and left ....

À special breakfast with visiting family. A very busy cafe on Saturday. Three generations enjoyed the meal after a warm welcome from the staff. Thank you and will visit again soon.

We had a small family celebration today and chose the café for breakfast. It didn't disappoint, the food was freshly cooked. Staff are always friendly and welcoming. We hope to visit again soon. Thank you

Bog standard sandwiches in a nice enough location. Fills a hole if all you want is a sandwich in a tea cake. We had a ham and tomato and turkey salad. Couldn’t really taste any of the filling, just butter. Wouldn’t come again

This place really is secret! We walked from Mytholmeroyd to Stowerby on the Rochdale Canal and planned to stop off on the way back for refreshments at the secret cafe. But there are no signs to help a weary traveller so you have to keep your eye on Google maps or you'll miss it. But it offered a lovely menu, very fresh salads, and a welcome for my dog. I'd go again.

I was excited to trying here for the first time. Sadly it’ll be our last. The chicken and tarragon pie was dry with chewy chicken and the pastry was stodgy, the instant gravy lumpy. The cheese and onion pie had no discernible cheese or onion just potato. The chips were horribly soggy and the veg was watery and tasteless with a puddle of water in the bottom of the bowl. The staff were friendly and food was prompt but they were the only positives today.

Came back to England for a visit back to my roots. Every time we visit we must have a full English. Very nice friendly cafe 👍

I ordered a few Easter snacks, a chocolate cake, scones and Easter biscuits for my family as I am unable to get home for Easter this year.. and they are wonderful! Really well presented, the family love them. Free local delivery too around Calderdale which...

My wife visited midweek with three friends who thought the food was really good and terrific value. My wife and I dined there yesterday evening, we both had the steak pie, one with ale & one mushroom. First class followed by rhubarb crumble with custard....

What an absolutely wonderful little cafe I got a bit hungry and pulled onto the industrial estate thinking there might be a nutty van but stumbled across this cute little cafe run bu some lovely people. Coffee was great, food was delicious, service was perfect....

Walking on Rochdale canal from Hebden Bridge and spotted the sign , lovely cafe , high quality food cooked to order and very reasonably priced , we’ll definitely call again

The not so secret cafe is a gem of a place, good value, lovely home cooked food, good service and nice location , nothing negative to say , been lots of time it never disapoints

Despite claims they're "vegan friendly", this isn't true. They have soya milk but they apply a 40p charge if you ask for it in your coffee! They have no vegan spread so you can't have a sandwich or anything with toast, and none of their...

Disappointed had a sandwich for lunch meat one very thin slice 30p for a sliver of beetroot expected beyter

Since the delivery service started up I've been getting regular orders of all the sausage rolls which are ideal lunch/afternoon treat. Then got the easter chocolate cake, oh my. That thing was incredible

It was so good to be back in the café today, sitting at a table, eating off a plate with real cutlery. We've taken advantage of your takeaway service in recent weeks, but it is great to be able to be back inside.

We have visited this cafe on several occasions and it never fails to deliver. It has a nice menu and all the food it prepared as you wait and is fresh and delicious. We have had breakfasts, salads and the pies, which are to die...

I love this place. The name definitely fits as it's on an industrial estate just off the canal. But is more known than its name suggests and rightly so. Great food from breakfasts to full meals, pies and cakes. Quite cheap too and always served...

I stopped here on a cycle tour of Calderdale. Initially you get the impression it might be on a small industrial park but don't be put off. Its a really nice cafe, with really friendly staff. I had an amazing slice of homemade carrot cake...

Pam's Pies are always awesome and it was lovely to be able to enjoy them in the café again. The evening was well organised. Plenty of space between tables, a simple one way system in operation and fresh air circulating, but it was by no...

Very nice food. Excellent service. Very clean with excellent Covid-19 procedures in place. I am particular about hygiene and notice these things. It is definitely off the beaten track and must thrive on recommendations as it is in a quiet little area. We will definitely...

Went there today for breakfast. Greeted by friendly staff and was served a tasty well cooked breakfast. Coffee (or tea) was included along with refills. Probably one of the best breakfasts I have had for some time. I will go again and would recommend the...

We recently had some pies delivered to us from The Secret Cafe after trying their amazing gourmet sausage rolls. The pies did not disappoint either!We ordered from their website and had the pies delivered a couple of days later - outstanding service. We thoroughly enjoyed the Lamb & Minted Pea pie; the lamb was incredibly tender and the rest of the filling was incredibly moreish and well-balanced. Top tip: buy more than one!When it's this easy to eat well and support a local business, we can't see any reason why we won't be ordering on a regular basis! The owners are some of the loveliest people you'll ever meet too. Definitely give them a try!

Fantastic service!!! Easy to place an order online, staff are friendly and very helpful. We have tried most of the pies on the menu, all are delicious and reminded me of the pies my Mother made many years ago. The pastry is great and pies are full to bursting with delicious fillings. Recommend the Lamb and Minted Pea.Also ordered for elderly neighbours during lock down who's comments were "Best pies we have ever had" Thank you.

What an amazing service!!!Very professional service which was delivered and totally assured that veggie food is cooked and kept separate from meat/ fish. Also all safety procedures taken -so feel really happy with the food delivered.Shouldn't be a 'Secret' anymore. Highly recommend for anyone wanting high quality home cooked foods.

Four of us went for brunch on Saturday morning. The staff were welcoming and helpful. The menu is good with something for all tastes. We all ordered the small breakfast but with slight alterations, nothing was too much trouble. The food was freshly prepared, hot and delicious. The prices are very reasonable.There is a good atmosphere and a real “buzz” about the place.We would certainly recommend this cafe for good, fresh, affordable food.

What a hidden gem this place is!!!I would strongly recommend taking the time to check this place out. The staff seem super helpful and accomodating. The food was spot on, menu was a good selection and it was nice and toasty inside. I will certainly be taking a trip back

Went with friends last year it was cold we had to keep our coats on and the food was average.Was caught in a rain shower dog walking on the canal. No sign on door saying no dogs and a water bowl outside so you’d think it dog friendly.However, promptly and almost physically ejected for trying to bring the dog in. Not very pleasant. Apparently they have a 5 for food hygiene. Good for them but no more business from me

Went for lunch on a Tuesday, hadn’t booked, shown to table ordered a pint of lime and soda each and shown regular menu. Had to ask for special lunchtime menu. Drinks and food came promptly and were very nice. As plates were removed we were asked if everything had been okay... should’ve been during meal. Bill came. £10.00 for drinks! We said that was incorrect. She showed us the stubby bottles of soda and said we’d had 2 each and lime was £1 a measure. She took £2.00 off so £4.00 per drink. We felt ripped off and she should’ve mentioned that it was bottled soda.

We came across the secret cafe as we walked along the canal path. The pie was bursting with proper chunks of meat. Lovely food and great value for money.

A group of us had a Pie Night tea and cleared our plates! We all agreed the food was delicious, staff were lovely and welcoming and the only problem for everyone was the fantastic choice of pies on offer! We will have to come again a few times to go through the menu!

Our first visit. 20 of us from our monthly walking group ate here after our walk along the canal to Mytholmroyd and back along the river. (A lovely flat walk, about 5.5 miles) We had booked and we all pre-ordered at the start of the walk. We were able to park cars there, another bonus. So what about the food you may ask. I can only speak about mine, steak pie, scrumptious. My husband had the lamb pie, again delicious. All 20 of us had nothing but praise for the meals. It was one of those places where every dish that came out made you wonder if you had ordered the right meal! Service was very good, really friendly and amazing value, £6 for good portion of pie, chips, peas and gravy served in a jug. We will be definately going again. The Secret is out as far as we are concerned!

Good Service, cheap, clean and great food. Off the road on a clean and tidy Tenterfields industrial park with a huge car park at the side. it’s by the canal so you get walkers coming in a lot. Recommend.

This was our first visit to this little cafe but it won’t be our last. Lovely helpful staff, great service, a super range of home made food and most importantly for us, gluten free options. We will definitely be trying out the breakfasts soon and booking on one of the Bistro evenings.

Top quality beef pie chips and peas today. Friend had the soup which was also good. This place is really good value for money, pleasant and clean environment. Recommended

One of the best all day breakfasts in Yorkshire. Some fantastic pies. Great staff. cooked to order they way you like it. Plenty of parking. They also do special evening events so join the Facebook page to find out more.

I visit the secret cafe most weeks and use it as a place to meet up with friends and business contacts. The cafe is located on a quirky Business Park which I think was formerly a woollen mill and has bags of character and loads of free parking. The menu is broader than most cafes I have been to and there is a daily specials board. The food is wonderful and whoever makes those gorgeous home made cakes could win The Great British Bake Off!

Not many stops when walking from Hebden to Sowerby Bridge so this place was welcome. Very friendly , warm and good tea choices. Wish had a few more vegan items though. Would return

I had the £5.50 standard breakfast as photographed which comes with 2 slices of toast, brown or white, and a small mug of tea.

We have been on a few occasions and have never been disappointed. Excellent good and beverages from sandwiches to hearty home cooked delicious breakfasts. Outstanding salads and lots more besides. They always have a specials board as well as an interesting menu. The food is home cooked and superb in quality.

Met these guys at the Beer Festival in Mytholmroyd at the end of May 2018. Ordered an assortment of pork slices and veg squares along with mushy peas. My guests were really impressed with the variety displayed on my kitchen table and throughly enjoy the selection. I was impressed with the service, the price and the quality of their food

I visited with a friend on Easter Staurday. Lovely environment and friendly service.

Another great visit today to the Secret Cafe. Lovely food. Lovely staff. Always willing to put up with our quirky requests for our ‘particular’ kids! Today we had a mixture of a full English breakfast, ham sandwiches, scrambled egg on toast, an amazing brie and bacon sandwich and a delicious chicken and bacon salad - quite an unusual mix! Thank you again. Awesome.

The secret cafe has now become a Saturday morning regular for me and my husband after our babies swimming lesson.

Excellent breakfasts, they have different sizes for different appetites which is good. The veggie breakfast was really good, with nice sausages. The meat breakfasts were all enjoyed, they allowed swapping of black pudding for an extra sausage. Excellent service.

This is a regular place for me and my family as the food is always good and very reasonably priced. They do a good cooked breakfast and on a Saturday they offer a few more breakfast choices including eggs benedict which is lovely. They also make their own pies. The only thing is I can never decide between the lamb or the steak as they are both yummy!

I visited the Secret Garden Cafe. I looked at the Menu and although I’m not a vegetarian reading what you get which is 2 veg sausage 2 fried eggs mushrooms beans tomatoes 2 slices of toast and a coffee or tea . Wow the dish was fab and very filling all for 4.00 brilliant and made with love. In fact you can also be creative with The Secret Cafe Coffee And Card which is on Tuesday morning between 9.30 -11.00am Design your own Card while socialising with others. what a great idea all for £2.00 plus Coffee . For anyone who has got a day off work or retired or other it’s worth the visit even if you just want to meet friends .

Walking along the canal with my dog on a very cold morning was made all the more enjoyable by coming across the Secret Cafe,sign posted on the canal.Although I only had a take away cup of tea,the atmosphere was so welcoming and would be a lovely place to sit and sip coffee and chat.I liked the idea that you can pop in and make and design a card while you have a drink or something to eat-a lovely community idea.ery The staff were very friendly and I will definately be returning.

Called in for a bacon and egg butty and a bacon, sausage and tomato butty on our way past. The food was nice and cooked fresh, they obviously use decent quality ingredients. Was fairly busy and didnt take too long, would recommend.

Arranged a catch up with friends, and after hearing about the Secret Cafe decided to call down. It's on an industrial site, but don't let that put you off. Basic building, but comfortable and clean. It's designed for local workers and people who want a no nonsense meal. Staff friendly, good menu, specials board, cakes also takeaway. It's opened some evenings as a bistro where you can take your own wine. Haven't tried a meal there in the evening but it is very popular with friends so will be giving it a try. We went for lunch and l had the roast veg omelette and my friends had steak pie. Good portions and nicely presented and hot. We had a pot of tea for 3 which thankfully wasn't in one of those awful metal tea pots. All decided on having a cake for dessert and l had a slice of cherry ripe brownie cake a friend had almond tart. All delicious. As l said good menu and the all day breakfast looked good. Very good value for money so would advise people to give it a visit. Will be returning myself very soon

On the last Friday and Saturday of the month the Secret Cafe hosts a themed Bistro night, this weekend it was French..

We called at the Secret cafe by chance and saw that they were having Tuscan evenings that weekend. Evidently they have these at the end of every month with a different theme each time; we looked at the menu and decided to book there and then.

Found this café on Google, so glad I took the time as this place is a hidden gem !

My husband and I love the Secret Cafe - great food, lovely people and very reasonably priced.

Had a veggie breakfast and found it amazing value for money. Tea and toast included in price - can't complain at that!

Love this place and great food and service. Been going for a while now weather it's for breakfast or lunch I've always had really good food. Pam and the team are always so efficient and friendly. Would definitely recommend.

Have been for breakfast a few times and it's always good. So good it fills you up and you won't want lunch. Food is always good and the staff and owners make you feel really welcome. The prices are good so it's really good value for money. Childrens food is good too so you can go with all the family. Well worth a visit, once you've been you will go again'

My friend and I popped in one Saturday lunchtime in June and had a very tasty lunch. I had a tuna toasted sandwich that came with a good sized salad and crisps. It seems that this small cafe uses good ingredients and I wouldn't hesitate to return for lunch. Staff were friendly too!

Spent the afternoon relaxing at this great cafe/restaurant. Super friendly staff and fellow customers. I took my wife and baby along. Started off with a good northern brew. Followed by the mint lamb burger. Fantastic. Home made chips were a great delight. Reminded me of my childhood. My wife had a veggie main. 3 bean chilli. Another great meal. Nice to see vegetarians not neglected. There was a wide range of veggie and gluten free options.Wanted more but I was full so I opted for a take away pastry. Again, fantastic. Located near the canal and car park. So a walk to and from the cafe is needed cos you will be eating your way through a great menu.Will be back for more.

Called in after being recommended by my son who works nearbyThe cafe was devastated by the floods at Christmas 2015 , but the refurbishment has been to a high standard .The food and service is first class with a good selection ,Hot food is only served until 2pm but the cold selection is very good .

Pleased to see this cafe is now open on Saturdays , we called for lunch & my hubby had the all day large breakfast ( 2 of everything) & I had the daily special of meat & pot pie with chips & mushy pies. Very substantial , properly cooked chips ( not frozen) , I would have liked more seasoning in the pie but that is probably personal choice , the pastry was lovely . We will definitely be regulars now it's open on Saturdays

Called with my wife on a Monday lunchtime,. ( was recommended to me by a friend)Very clean and tidy.Friendly staff, and excellent choice off specials.We ordered the Beef Stew, which was brilliant.For a Monday lunchtime, the place was busy with both customers in the Cafe, and customers having takeaway etc.Rated as 5 star for hygene and well worthy of the rating.Excellent experience, and will certainly call again.

We visited here for lunch whilst staying with family. It's tucked away and off the beaten track. The menu is pretty extensive offering breakfast, sandwiches, cakes plus salads and hot main meals. Service was great considering we had 4 hot meals. Portions are generous and really well priced. Cafe prices for fresh and beautifully cooked food. My corned beef slice had lovely light shortcrust pastry and the chips were freshly prepared, crisp outside and fluffy inside. Definitely no frozen shop bought chips here. All in all a great experience and the family that live in the area will certainly be back very soon.

Lovely surroundings, well maintained.Came here with my sister for lunch, there is plenty to choose from, my dish was very fresh and tasted delicious (hot salad of sweet chilli prawn) which came with focaccia bread.Staff are lovely, very friendly and efficient, didn't have to wait long for our food to arrive.

This evening we enjoyed another terrific meal at The Secret Cafe meticulously prepared by Pam Mollan and Harry Bush. The newly extended restaurant now boasts enhanced facilities and was packed with old and new customers alike. All spoke very highly of the fine dining, relaxed atmosphere and great food. We opted for the crab fishcake starters, the mouthwatering Seafood Chowder and the rich chocolate tart. All were superb. Flawless hospitality and service. It is difficult to imagine anywhere better.

This little gem is tucked away a little bit but well worth a visit - either for a hearty breakfast, lunch or a foodie heaven 'bistro night' (which they usually do once a month). The owners, Pam & Harry, provide a warm welcome and great value for money given the effort that goes into the food! The pies are to die for - especially the steak one. Can't think of any negatives - have been 4-5 times now. It can be a bit nippy given it's situated in an old mill complex, so recommend a jumper on the colder days - we sat by the radiator so we didn't feel it. Took my mum for breakfast today and she wants to know when we're going again, so will be back again soon!

My Daughter and I discovered this little café whilst we were walking along the canal. Scrumptious food! A good selection on the menu. Delicious cake too!! The coffee and walnut cake was delightful!! Without the sign at the side of the canal we wouldn't have known it was there. Well, it is a Secret Café! We will most definitely be returning for a second visit!!

Dog owners beware. Having seen signs on the towpath to this establishment my friend and I decided to call for a coffee. Despite deciding to sit nearest to the door, ie furthest away from any food, with my dogs the man behind the counter took one look at us and told us in a most unfriendly manner that dogs were not allowed inside. It was damp and the outside seating was wet so we did not stay.I would tell dog owners to walk on to the station cafe at Sowerby Bridge where well behaved dogs are welcome.

Great all day breakfast delicious and good value,made welcome and service was excellent.varied menu with changing daily specials

An open kitchen preparing fresh food from scratch. A traditional English cafe menu, and none the worse for that! The home-made steak pie was terrific. Thinking of having the Full English breakfast for my birthday treat...The hard floor and scrapy chairs make it noisy.

We have just had the most fabulous party at our home to celebrate our son's wedding. It was greatly enhanced by the Secret Café's external catering service. They could not have done more to make the event a special one. We had opted for a BBQ, despite the uncertain weather, with the added complexity of a menu split 50/50 between British and South African dishes (to match the nationalities of the couple). Pam and Harry were completely unfazed by our quirky requirements and produced a stunning variety of appetisers, mains and desserts. Everything was fresh, beautifully prepared and plentiful, and the on-site team were untiringly courteous and helpful to the 60+ guests. They never stopped smiling even when we changed some of the timings at the last moment to fit in with the weather. Many thanks to the Secret Café. I recommend them without hesitation.

Good food here and an enjoyable atmosphere. Had the full English breakfast, lots of it, cooked well and a very reasonable cost. Evening bistro is especially good and booking essential. The cafe is transformed for the evening

This lovely little cafe is tucked away at the Tenterfields Business Park the owner cooks everything herself from pies, quiches, curry and lasagne etc home made chips yummy! Her salads are lovely and her cakes and scones are also homemade.Value for money as not over priced (mains around £5.00 and cakes around £2.00)Always a warm welcomeMy mum and l go regularly for lunch.

I was on holiday and looking for a unique English experience. I stumbled upon "The Secret Cafe" and had an incredible time. I found staff friendly and knowledgeable about the area. As an American I really enjoyed this local country food and would recommend for anyone passing by.

On the walk along the canal from Sowerby Bridge, this place was signposted at just the right time to grab a cup of tea. I had a very reasonably priced and well made cup of tea with my dad and his girlfriend. My dad had a coffee from their new machine which he said was pretty good. As we had my dog with us, we needed to sit outside at the table, and one of the staff came out straight away and wiped the table and chairs down (rain the previous night) and put down a bowl of fresh water for the dog. I certainly recommend it for a stop and a drink on the walk to or from Sowerby Bridge.

Small cafe with lovely home made food and good coffee. They also open on the occasional evening with a special menu.

We visited the Secret Cafe again for another excellent lunch with the kids. Everything cooked to our liking and specification - our 4 rather 'choosy' children were perfectly catered with individuality. Massively appreciated.With it being a Wednesday I opted for one of their special burgers - the pigs in blanket burger. See pics. Not for the faint hearted or light of appetite! Amazing. Others went for variations on English breakfast or sandwiches. All top notch.Good food. Good value. Good hosts. Will definitely return when we are next in the area. Thanks.

We had visited this cafe before the Boxing Day floods and were delighted to hear that it had reopened.There is a good choice of delicious food and a friendly welcome. It was busy when we went but we managed to get a table. I believe they are expanding soon and I noticed they do Bistro nights with BYO wine. I wish I lived nearer because Pam and Harry the owners showed me a Bistro menu that was very appealing.

My husband and I stumbled across this wonderful cafe by chance.There is a small board advertising it on the main Halifax to Hebden Bridge Road. How lucky we were to find it.It is run by Pam and her son Harry and was amazingly busy considering it had only just reopened that week after the dreadful floods at Christmas.We had a meat and potato pie with mushy peas and chips for a fiver. Fantastic value. There was a very extensive menu which made it very hard to decide as there was so much yummy home cooked food on offer. We will definitely be returning, next time trying their monthly bistro night, which at £20 for three courses which sounds like a great deal.

The Secret Cafe has recently reopened and this weekend held its first Bistro evening. What an event ! The cafe is transformed in the evening from a bustling cafe into a delightful and classy restaurant brimming with atmosphere and teeming with wonderfully tempting smells from the open kitchen.The food was truly out-of-this-world with, for example, a starter of asparagus with hollandaise sauce topped with quail's egg, a main of pan - seared tuna on a bed of horseradish and potato and a dessert of the most delicious rhubarb and gingSer crumble. Pam and Harry have created a hidden gem tucked away in Luddenden foot in Calderdale and one certainly not to be missed.The staff are welcoming and courteous and clearly enjoy serving food of the highest standard to their guests.The Bistro Evenings are held at the end of each month. We've already rebooked. Who wouldn't ?

Dropped in here today for lunch with the kids. Absolutely amazing! Friendly and attentive service. Food cooked exactly to our liking, even with picky kids! I had one of the daily specials of meat and potato pie with mushy peas and chips - wow! Will definitely be back.

Went in last week for lunch food was ok sat upstairs full of teenagers messing about and swearing and I have 2 small children so wasn't impressed on leaving there was a terrible smell coming from the toilets which the door was wide open glad I wasn't eating down stairs appauling

Great food and fab location this hidden Gem is well worth a visit best chips and tasty bacon yummy, next to the beautiful Rochdale canal walking biking hiking stop to refresh relax and enjoy.

Four of us visited the Secret Cafe Saturday lunchtime and although it was busy we were pleasantly greeted when we entered. This is a little gem situated on a business park just below the main road and only 1 minute from the canal towpath.We all ordered different meals. Beef lasagne,fish pie, lamb tagine and a big breakfast. 4 mugs of Yorkshire tea with free refills and all for £22. All the meals were excellent. Although we were more than full we finished with a slice of Victoria sponge cake and two slices of carrot cake for £5.75. I understand the cafe has been open for about 12 months or so and is open 8.00 to 2.30 Mon to Fri and 8.00 till 3.00 on Saturdays. There is seating for about 28. The reason we found this was through the positive reviews on Trip Adviser.

We had a private dining experience at secret cafe tonight for 20 of us to celebrate my wife's birthday. I think this was the first one they had tried. The menu was fixed and we pre-ordered a variety of beef, chicken and fish main courses. All of the food was excellent and the service was very polite and friendly - and the price was extremely reasonable - we will definately be recommending to all our friends. We hope it gets lots of support locally

After deciding that the area around Halifax had been attacked by aliens with cones and single file traffic lights we needed lunch. The idiot lorry driver forced us to pass the interesting sign to the Secret Cafe. At last much indicating etc we returned. In fairness the signing is great until the last few yards. Still we made it. Interesting decor , reminded us of the Canteen at Shelley . Much lower key, slightly understated, to its advantage. Warmly greeted at the door. My wife chose a small breakfast, as a , not disclosed birthday treat. I went for the lamb burger. In fact the polite questions meant we had a very personalised meal. My wife's meal at £3.50 was a bargain. Included toast and tea. My burger was a delight. Last week I was pleased at a similar quality meal at twice the price. Nicely served and friendly staff. Offered free fill ups of tea and very good quality filter coffee. Rounded off with a delicious scone and Victoria sponge cake. All this for less than £12.00. The hard bit will be finding it again. Don't worry . Trip advisor to the rescue will help.

We use this cafe quite regularly and always enjoy our meal here. The breakfast is lovely.Nice food and service and convenient for anyone having a stroll on the canal.