We went back to Middeys just to make sure that the food, atmosphere, service, and hospitality was…read moregenuine, and it was absolutely fantastic. I'm that person that will order the same thing because I know what to expect but not this time. I ordered the "Middeys Brunch" with a Mimosa and American coffee. The food and service did not disappoint. If I am ever afforded the opportunity to return to Cockfosters, UK or even London in general I will definately make my way to this darling little gem. I would encourage the general masses to decend on this joint and chill for breakfast, lunch, brunch and/or dinner. Thank you Bobby and staff for your amazing welcoming hospitality. Kindest Regards

Promised so much but let down!…read more I attended this new cafe/brasserie with high expectations the decor is done to a high standard and there is a selection of coffees and nice organic expensive items for sale to take away, it has the feel of a nice independent coffee shop in a village. The menu is not too large and offers a good range of favorites like burgers, pastas, breakfasts, salads and sandwiches etc. I opted for the club sandwich presentation again was good, served on a wooden platter with chips in a little bowl. However this unfortunately is where it goes a bit down hill, the food I had and my girlfriends too was distinctly average I even commented that I can make a better club sandwich (and I'm no chef) the chicken was dry, the bacon rubbery, tasteless and cheap. Not what I was really expecting. The price point isn't that high but I feel they are cutting costs with quality. Service as well was not great, maybe because they're new and inexperienced but there were several problems with staff; - First being not great English making ordering more of a trouble than it should be, I heard the table next to me struggling too. -Second mistake, clearing my partners plate away before I had finished. Having come from a service background this is rude and shouldn't happen. -Third, No check back after ordering despite having several members of staff standing around doing nothing, no one asked how my food was so I couldn't inform them it was a bit dry. -and finally, The bill was brought over to me and left at the table without me asking and without the offer of any dessert, coffee, another drink etc. I found this strange as surely they will lose business with this behaviour. I felt slightly rushed, it wasn't like they needed the table it was almost empty. I wouldn't return for food, the coffee and the milkshake were OK and that's about as far as it goes unfortunately.

The farm's tea shop does the best breakfast I've had in the area…read more I went for poached eggs on toast with a couple of 'Speldhurst' sausages on the side. The breakfast menu is simple but the quality of the core produce is way better than anything I've tasted nearby - to date. I've also experienced a number of poached egg disasters at restaurants recently, but these guys nailed it. Hallelujah for the soft warm yolky loveliness... The service was great too - young and friendly staff who were happy to serve and help. I didn't get to see the lunch menu so can't comment on this, but I was also intrigued to learn that Masterchef finalist Chris Georgiou uses this place for a gourmet burger night which takes place from Wednesday - Saturday called Gastronomical. I'll be giving that a try for sure.

As a tea room-cum-cafe this place is a snap post walking nearby Trent Park. Sourcing ingredients…read morelocally is a plus. My first trip here I choose the vegetarian soup which was broccoli and Stilton while my wife also went veggie soup with their vegetable soup. Both hit the spot. Service was quick and friendly despite being busy. We'll be back! NB - Wednesday to Saturday evening the venue is taken over by Masterchef finalist Chris Georgiou with Gastronomical serving burgers and desserts. We will have to give that a go!!

I come here often. I like the rich tasty coffee. I like the very welcoming friendly atmosphere, and…read moreespecially the manager who makes sure you're comfortable when your there more than once a day.

This little cafe on the corner is so gorgeous inside and the food is amazing as well. Everything…read morewas well cooked and came quickly! I had a chicken pesto penne and an oreo vanilla milkshake which was amazingly made. They have a large selection of foods and they serve breakfast all day! The staff was friendly and nice, this cafe is a must for brunch!

I usually go next door to Costa but it was so packed I decided to try the coffee in Coffee Culture…read more Well I ordered my usual Cafe Latte and I was dissapointed. I like my coffee strong and asked them to make it this way. However it came back very milky, not strong and the quality of the coffee was not as good as Costa. The decor is good and there are several comfortable seats especially by the window. There is also a small outdoor seating area but again smokers grab these so I avoid it which is a shame. They do provide free wi-fi and you do not need a passcode so you simply sit down and log in. It is cheaper than Costa but as I said the quality is poor if you like your coffee strong.

Lovely cafe with a relaxed, calm atmosphere, and friendly, polite staff. I think it's mad that…read morepeople go to Costa next door. The coffee is strong and tasty. The only let down was the toasted sandwich I had. It was pre-made, ready to heat, in a cabinet by the counter. It was throughly cooked but unfortunately a lot of the tomato slices were still a bit green, and there was a minimal amount of cheese. They were served with a handful of crisps, the flavour of which I really couldn't identify. Food was a disappointment, but the coffee and atmosphere was great.

A hidden, cute cafe, with two tables (2 and 4 seater). We needed wheelchair access and it was…read morereasonably ok (slight incline to get there and some paving where we had to reverse the wheelchair just before entering). A warm welcome, with a yummy choice of hot chocolates, cakes, cold drinks and ice creams. Service was quick and friendly. The carrot cake was moist and super sweet, but so moreish. Banana cake also hit the spot. Yum! I got the feeling that this place could be popular with parents and toddlers when the weather is warm as there was a play area and playground nearby. Off peak this is a lovely quiet spot to grab a cuppa and chat. Tip: By car, parking is available on Manor Close (easy to miss as it could be mistaken for a private driveway). Drive to the end and it opens into a car park with the cafe to the left.

Super cute, hidden away from the busy roads of High Barnet. We popped in here strolling back from…read morethe hospital up the road. They were just about to close when we came in for coffee & cake (sorry guys!) and they were very accommodating. No vegan cake that day, but they did have a gluten free option. I had some fancy kettle chips and checked out the very cute collection of art, knick knacks, lotions, candles etc from small-time craftspeople while the Mr perused the day's papers. If you're in the area and can't bear to sit in a chain coffee shop in The Spires, or if you're just having a walk through the pretty grounds, I would highly recommend having a sit down in here!

Really like this cafe. Great coffee and tea selections. Good food and very reasonable prices…read more Highly recommended.

I come to em's coffee quite regularly for their American style pancakes, smoothies and salads. The…read morefood is always really tasty, and the portions are nice and big. Reason for 4stars is that the service isn't great and I often have to wait a really long time to get a table, and the prices are quite high. Tip : make sure you bring cash as they don't accept card payment.

Southgate High Street is not the most beautiful or interesting place to get retail therapy, nor is…read moreit the most relaxing as the heavy traffic rumbles on through, but this gem of a coffee house certainly makes it a whole lot better/tolerable. Opened about a month ago, this place is beautifully decked out with retro cocktail chairs, bare brick walls and has a great feel about it, even when it was empty. The staff were attentive, knowledgeable and wore a smile (amazing just how much of a difference that can make to a place isn't it?). Not much more to say really, other than the coffee was fantastic, even managed to win over my rather opinionated mother and she even noticed that the barrista went through the process of cleaning his hands each time he served a new customer - for all you clean freaks out there, got to be a plus! Oh, try the shortbread, not only do you get 2 'cookies', but they are amazingly crumbly. Trust me, try them, and get me one while you are there!

Been local to Southgate for quiet some time but had not ventured into H+H as I thought it was a new…read morecoffee brand that would be expensive and pretentious but I can assure that price nor false identity is the case. Coffee: Good quality coffee and believable that they only select a minimum of 85% to 100% in hand picked quality coffee beans Price: £3 for a large cappucino. Surely within the league table of other well known coffee shops in the pricing department Ambience: Calm and peaceful atmosphere, well lit, excellent customer service Downfalls: The view of Southgate high street, but, if you are a local then you sure are used to it.

This is my favourite local coffee shop…read more Costa provides outdoor seating, a counter with "tall chairs", regular tables and double leather sofas. Fancy being lucky enough to get a couch seat. There are laptop sockets scattered through out, I find it a decent place to work although there is the kid contingent. Unfortunate but true. You need a pass-code here for the Wifi but it is free, I get my cappuccino with 3 shots, and my latte with two shots. The coffee here is GOOD. If you get one of their sandwiches, you may find not enough filling in your panini. I think the mozzarella, tomato and basil panini is severely lacking in quantity. All and all, I love Costa. This is good branch. :)

Stylish coffee chain that provides a real savoir-faire when it comes to coffee…read more The baristas work away, the queues are rarely long, and it's a self-absorbed place to step outside of urban life and enjoy a quick time-out. Relaxed modern hangout to enjoy a brew and a biscuit.

This is a stylish and trendy coffee bar right in the heart of Southgate, just across from the tube…read morestation. The vibe is relaxed, there is outdoor seating as well as ample space on the inside. The place is always alive with people and has good customer service. The coffee is very good; I detected a mild floral scent to it, which I really enjoyed. There is also a decent selection of pastries and other items to go along with whichever coffee you decide on. This is a great place to hang out with friends, or go to to get a little bit of work done. They also have iPads that customers can use to catch up on news etc. definitely worth checking out.

I ordered a caramel mocha, and it was very delicious. I liked that they gave free refills. The…read moreprices are on the slightly higher side, but it's worth it because of the quality.

Stumbled across this cafe accidentally. Finally popped in. Been back a few times recently…read more Really impressed. Home from Home. Very clean. Decor isn't clinical. Absolutely the opposite. Very welcoming & a nice comfortable place to be. The secret garden has recently had a makeover & an awesome place to hide. Toilet is the best place to be. You can actually go more than comfortably. It's not a tight squeeze. WOW! Staff are really friendly & outgoing. Service is good. Menu is good but don't let that mislead you. The food is tasty. Love the quotes & decor...Somebody very passionate, creative and FUN sense of humour. Unfortunately yesterday, different staff, different experience. Service not as good as usual, but that will not stop me from returning. I will be BACK!!! ;) Have access to parking & wifi.