The best restaurants in St Albans East of England

Was a lovely afternoon treat boating Charlie’s. Lovely atmosphere, the food was yummy and tea was very nice (and strong! Love strong tea!) obviously less strong is available! They have a really good selection of vegan/non-diary alternatives which is super!! Space to sit indoors or outside as well as takeaway, which seemed to be very busy too. Definitely a good sign. Will definitely be back. The team there were lovely and friendly too - thank you xx

Absolutely excellent take away. This is the best Thai food I have ever tasted. Highly highly recommend. Fresh flavours, fresh ingredients and a widen variety of choice of dishes.

As ever the Thompsons Close cafe team have looked after us with their friendliness and warm and kind atmosphere. An oasis of peace in a busy world.

The egg, cucumber, avocado and tofu sushi platter from BentoZo was fresh and very nicely presented, with a perfect balance of sweetness, creaminess, and crunch. Highly recommend!

Absolutely fabulous Burn’s Night experience at The Stables at Oaklands College. The food was excellent and the service attentive. Definitely will be returning on another Thursday night

Wonderful independent cafe, with incredible food and service! Service - owner and staff incredibly friendly and hugely welcoming Food - wonderful savoury and sweet delights - huge selection and great to have variety of portion sizes too (e.g., my mum was not overly hungry, so had a bite sized treat. I had a bigger appetite, so decided to have a bigger pastry) Drinks - coffee (hot and tasty). Have good selection of teas too. Wonderful little tables outside - great on a warm day.

29/9/2023 Absolutely brilliant food, selection, freshness and the staff are wonderful . We have been before and this is one of the best places to eat healthy and tasty in St Albans. Their recent introduction of schnitzels is a great idea; one of the best I have ever had….fresh, tasty and crispy.

Always welcoming - you can sit inside if it’s a bit chilly and the Panetones they sell make the best Christmas gifts! Highly recommend

Excellent - 100% best coffee I have had in a long while. Great service, lovely bagette and coffee - Will certainly come again! Nice to chat to Sean and his colleague :)

Visited the new location in Caledonian Road, just opposite tube station. The chips were AMAZING!! The flavour of the chicken was also very nice. Management was very friendly and hospitable. Overall 10 out of 10 service!

Really beautiful curry- many thanks for a decent takeaway. Really enjoyed the chilli paneer. A good move to The Malta!! Thanks

We found this coffee shop thanks to the sign in the alley way . We came in through the side gate to a lovely garden space. Then headed inside where there are a couple of tables tucked away. We ordered 4 drinks and sweet and savory baked goods from what was available on display. The savoury scone was delicious and the peanut butter cookie cup was amazing. Great for a catch up over coffee.

We visited peppercorn sandwich bar as a family of 4. Panini, wrap, toasted sandwich and a chicken tikka salad. Ordering via their app was simple. The food is delicious and great value for money. We have never been disappointed, the children love to go there for lunch for their paninis in the holidays. Well worth the walk from the park. The owners are very professional and nothing is to much trouble.

Spent a lovely half hour at Elevenses in the spring sunshine. Lovely coffee and homemade cake, surrounded by beautiful views and a lovey walk. P.S. Spud the 6 month old terrier was gorgeous!

Great food. Great value for money. One of the best take a ways I've ever had. Beautifully cooked. The Jerk chicken was spicy without burning your mouth, the mutton curry melt in the mouth. The side dishes were tasty too.