I had a wonderful tea and cake stop here while shopping in Colchester. The building makes for a…read morevery serene experience and the tea and cake was extremely good. There was also food served there for lunch but I didn't have any as I was pressed for time, however there is a new larger kitchen being made at the time of writing which is going to be opened in early 2015. So I'll no doubt return then. Strongly reccomend if you are looking for a little peace and quiet.

This wonderful cafe gets five stars from me for their delicious cheese and gooseberry scones -…read moresimply perfect!! The staff are lovely, the building is amazing (and kept clean and tidy inside). Coffee is good, lots of juice and hot chocolate options for my children. Good price for a good morning coffee. Have come here 3 times when visiting my family in Colchester (I fly 5300 miles from California just for those scones!!)

Delicious Rump stake and wonderful company. I loved the unique and interesting atmosphere. The…read moredessert was delicious and sweet savory with each bite.

The food is simple english fare, prepared with care…read more Roast beef and yorkshire pud is especially recommended! Once you have visited you will go there again and again at any opportunity. This a truly 24 hour cafe.

A landmark and a nice break from the busy Bury Streets. (AIE)…read more Little frayed around the edges and service started out rough, but it recovered for a calm relaxing afternoon tea. This place had been recommended by the locals as a good first stop on my afternoon tea bucket list. It is just fancy enough to keep you interested, but casual enough to put you at ease. Think i showed up during a rush and an employee break. One person was helping to seat, cleaning and taking orders. He was joined by 3 others about 10 min later. My order was taken out of seating order. Not the worst thing in the world. After he guided away from the children's menu, yes- I confused it for a specials menu, he made polite conversation when he come with the tea. Two teas that interested me were out of stock. Settled for the house blend 2. Enjoyable. Tea tower had a perfectly cooked brownie, macaroon, well toasted scone accompanied by jam and clotted cream, and theme finger sandwiches. The sandwiches were starting to crust, but I suspect they do so much business they are prepped in the morning. Little salt and they were perfect. At £15, affordable and good portion for tea for one. Worth a visit. Note. They try to set all 1-2 tops in the middle tables first. I stayed there, but many locals would move to the wall seats, given half the chance. (American in England)

I used to go every Sunday when I lived there. I loved the breakfast; service and atmosphere. I miss…read moremy chosen home town:)

- patisserie café with exquisite hand-made cakes, gateaux and patisseries (there are more than 50…read morecafés across England) - menu also includes continental breakfast, lunch and finest teas and coffees - service friendly - tables and floor pretty dirty/grungy - cakes tasty but some are really very sweet (Double Choc Cake: 3.65 GBP; Franzipan - Plain: 2.95 GBP) Conclusion: Okay, but not that special, especially since I don`t think there is a special French atmosphere there!

Like the other reviewers stated, this place is cute. I like that they have a sweet option separate…read morefrom the savory option because other tea places I've been to have left me diabetic. They also have a children's option which is great for those with kids. Staff was friendly and brought our food out quickly.

Just the cutest little tea shop! Ladies leave your husband at home this place is adorably dressed…read morein pink! 15 pounds gets you your own tea pot a selection of scones, tea sandwiches, and desert. A must visit if your in the area.

Great for a pint and coffee. I visited here a few years ago go now, beautiful design, comfortable…read moreseating and excellent customer service, a lovely place to come and wind down after a long day at the office.

Me and Miss Lucy went here for Lunch last Monday, it was cold and horrible outside, so we thought a…read morebit of French influence goodness might cheer up the day, and it certainly did! Greeted warmly by Marita and co, and sat at a roomy table for 4, I had French Onion Soup (Had to be done!) followed by a traditional French Cassolet, complete with herby crusted top. Lucy had Olives to start, and the Steak and Ale Pie. All the food was fantastic, authentically French and exactly what we were looking for. I managed to squeeze in a little Creme Caramel to finish off my Frenchy Themed lunch, whilst Lucy sensibly abstained and minded her waistline! I love Arlingtons, its the only authentic and relaxed Brasserie around; and its nice to see an actual brasserie, not just a restaurant thats called a brasserie! Although the room and setting is so grand you can easily mistake it for a posh restaurant, and you'd miss the point. All in all, highly recommended, just keep in mind its an informal brasserie, NOT a snobby restaurant, and you wont be disappointed. (I may be bias, as I know the owners Ken, Liz and their manageress Marita well, but I honestly believe this is lovely venture that should be visited if you're in town!)

Very friendly servers, our server Rebecca was fantastic and the food she recommended was so good!…read moreThe macaroni burger was our favourite but next time we may try the meat sharing platter we looked at. Very nice food, great service, we'll be going next date night again!!

Really good experience, the food was good and the service was outstanding…read more My only negative would be the music can be too loud but other than that I can't fault it.

Love the new fit out. Brilliant food. Very consistent. Great service. Happy to recommend.read more

Overall good dining experience yet the price and the steak I was served didn't match. Service was…read morevery good, ambiance of the place was pleasant. Best part was the scallop appetizers.