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I was originally recommended this restaurant by someone that lives locally, and we have been a couple of times before. This was the first visit for Sunday Lunch. I booked at we wanted a later table and some places shut at 15:00. The restaurant was not very busy but had a great atmosphere. Throughout our visit the staff were very friendly and helpful, you could just not fault their service. We ordered one of the roast dishes and it was served with lovely root and green vegetables. The roast potatoes were the best ever! We all agreed this was our best Sunday lunch in ages, so we will be back!

Fantastic dining experience! The dishes are both visually stunning and delicious. The service is top-notch, making every visit a pleasure. Highly recommend for a special night out

I was in town with my daughter and husband, we wanted an ice cream and found this place was open. We should have actually walked straight pass, the hygiene is no existent. No one wears PPE, one employee walked in in his motorbike gear, didn't wash his hands and started handling food and equipment. He then late his friend into the food prep area so he could use the bathroom. The lady manning the tile, whist no prepping food, kept on touching her face. There are markings on the floor but it seems that it's just for show. They've obviously rushed to reopen but didn't bother reading the basic government's guidelines with regards to COVID-19. Avoid this place!!!

Popped in for a lovely lunch, and stayed longer than planned in the end. Friendly staff, efficient yet relaxed atmosphere with a wide selection of food choices and gins! Shame the weather was dire or we'd have loved to spend the afternoon in the garden.

I am horrifies to say that following buying an expensive over priced bacon sandwich the bread was green and mouldy when I got back to the office to eat it. I will not be returning and recommend others to steer well clear. The wait time for a simply sandwich is extortionate even when the cafe is quiet you can easily wait at least half an hour if not 40 mins for a sandwich. The mouldy bread was the final straw. How they can increase prices so drastically and provide food that is out of date is beyond me and a heath hazard. Be safe

Our weekend treat! The wife and I come here at least once every weekend. Constantly good food and the friendliest staff. Even when they are busy they have time for a smile for the customer. They do the best cup of tea for sure. Our preference is a nice strong builders tea, they get it spot on every time. We always look forward to our next visit.

Please update! ! This cafe is under new management …now The Garden Rooms! Great menu, relaxing atmosphere. Friendly staff. Great service.

The first time we have had their Bacon & Cheese Quiche, which we took away. EXCELLENT 👌 Along with a slice of Cherry Pie & Bread Pudding. Those too delicious. WILL RETURN

Delicious and freshly made fish and chips right in front of you. The prices are great and the staff are really nice! Highly recommend Dali’s.

Llegó y pidió una mesa para cuatro. Dijo 15 minutos de espera. Dijo que esperaríamos y nos quedaríamos afuera al sol. Fui 15 minutos después, para encontrar la mesa que le habían dado a una pareja. Protesté y me dijeron que fuera a buscar otro lugar para comer. Francamente, no sé cómo siguen en el negocio.

Disgusting. No customers in today and I now know why. Customer service non existent. Dirty tables. Avoid like the plague. Walk a bit further and go to Flags best beach cafe in Clacton

Well. It was such an amazing breakfast I had in this cafe. Coffee was so good that I had to order another one and my Mediterranean breakfast was sooooo delicious. I recommend it to everyone. Such a clean family run cafe. Looking forward to try their pies.

It's a shame this lovely little venue is still closed down even now covid regulations have lifted but fortunately they still do food takeaway /delivery. I couldn't find the menu online to see what they offer, but I was able to call and as it was Sunday order the Sunday roast. This is available as a small or large, which is a nice option, as I personally prefer a smaller portion. I did ask if they had a vegan option , which they didn't but as a one off I had the vegetarian nut roast and was able ask for it without the Yorkshire or cauliflower cheese. Even as a small portion , it was really generous and had lots of vegetables, which makes me happy. Would certainly order from here again and even more so I look forward to this venue opening its doors hopefully soon, so I can enter the venue for food and drinks .

Excellent breakfast with toast. Also had coffee with cake. Bright and very clean cafe. Will come back. Staff are friendly

I’d have done 5 stars but the baked beans were from a can - they’re sooooo easy to make in the slow cooker! And potato would be better if not simply microwaved. That said it has seating and the drink selection seems very good. The healthiest place to eat in Leiston that’s for sure!! I’d recommend trying it.