Early on Saturday morning in the centre of Burton, we were looking for breakfast; just off the…read moreMarket Square is Helen's Bakehouse and Tearoom, somewhere we'd never been before, this was a good opportunity to give it a try. Bright and inviting from the outside, with a good portion of outdoor seating, ideal for the great weather we've been having. Inside seats about 30, the tables decoratively covered in embroidered tablecloths. As soon we entered we were greeted with a smiling face asking how we were, that kind of positive impression goes a long way! Although its table service, we were drawn to the tempting looking cakes under the counter, the coffee cake looked fantastic and I liked the fact you could see the staff preparing cakes, salads etc, behind the counter. But breakfast was definitely the order of the day, a decent amount of choice from teacakes to a Full English. I went for the Bacon and Sausage Sandwich with doorstep granary bread, fantastically tasty, courtesy of high quality ingredients and very fresh bread. My wife had a large teacake which was equally tasty. The drinks we had were OK, the cappuccino a little milky, and the coffee a little weak, but on the whole, a great breakfast, all the better with the wonderfully sunny outlook, this tearoom has. We will definitely return for breakfast again and to sample those tempting cakes. A few other things worth mentioning, they sell bread, cakes and rolls too, as well as making celebration cakes to order. Be aware though, the only toilet is up some steep stairs.

Very friendly and clean always with a smile the girls great food and lovely cakes..helen been doing…read moreme coffee and walnut cake every year for my bday cant beat her cakes...ps try the cornflake tart out of this world

A quaint cafe with as home cooked as it gets. Basic menu with chips, whatever you want with chips…read moretoo. C and I sat after a walk back from the castle or whats left of it. We'd been told its great for breakfast. Well its great for lunch too. About 8 tables and meals to go, call ahead. C went with an omelet adding mushrooms and bacon and cheese, comes with chips. I finally decided on a BLT with melted cheese and a fried egg, would I like mayo too? My first BLT, that was not on toasted bread, you could ask for it toasted but I went local. Very good, taste, freshness, service, it is all here. Come on in and bring your appetite. Foodguy-martin

Really enjoyed our breakfast - American style pancakes with bacon. Ambiance was good, service…read morefriendly and pretty fast. Found it pleasant just to sit and chat with ample space and tables to sit both inside and out (when the weather is nice at least! Unfortunately you have to pay to park - and I would have preferred more maple syrup (will take some of my own next time!! Will visit again when we are close Review #48 2023

My pet peeve has to be missing the last breakfast order on a Sunday. Which is almost inevitable…read morewhen you're in a different city attempting to discover somewhere new. Cue the Bean Caffe. Located in Friar Gate Studios, Derby. It's a near miss - in fact, we drove past it twice before we had the 'AHA - IT'S THERE' moment! *Caps necessary as if I remember rightly, I let out a rather loud squeal upon our discovery... Aside from it's high-rankings, awards and even décor - What I loved most about the Bean Caffe is the fact it's owned and managed by mother and daughter - Sarah and Liv. They have perfected the art of ALL things breakfast (or brunch in my case) and offer a range of favourites from Eggs Benedict to Toasted Banana Sandwiches. I opted for the 'Smashed Avocado': Toasted Sourdough topped with avocado, poached eggs and a shake of hot Sriracha Sauce. SO delicious and for just £5.50 an absolute bargain.

Of the various coffee shop chains, Costa happens to be my favourite. This one in the Octagon Centre…read morehas a relaxed atmosphere and the usual soft leather sofas. I like being able to have a cuppa and do the crossword (slowly) without being hassled to move on.

This particular Costa has delightful staff, they really do go out of their way to make you welcome…read more If like me you become a regular, they also remember how you like your drinks. Food is not exceptional but is good for mass produced 'chain' food. I'd recommend this particular Costa to anyone :-)

This café is in a bookstore that may be one of the best in the world! It's in the Marais only a few…read moreblocks from the Picasso Museum.

Nice and friendly staff, quite an independent and rustic looking coffee shop…read more Nice food and good for lunches, the biggest fault would be the waiting time and that fact they brought the soups out after the mains, all of it unable to fit on the table. Still a recommended jewel!

The Lakeside Bistro is situated just off the main road as you drive from Moira to Netherseal. The…read morecar park is a good size, due to the fact that it also supplies a fishing lake, as well as the restaurant. This provides a picturesque backdrop to the restaurant, which overlooks the majority of the lake. The Lakeside Bistro is a popular place and as it is not huge in size, it's a good idea to book, even during the week. The staff are warm and friendly, which adds to its popularity, some people have a meal here every weekend! The menu has expanded of late for Sunday lunches, offering other dishes, as well as the always popular roast dinners; with the Venison Pie being my particular favourite. Most of the dinners come in two portion sizes too, standard and for slightly less money, a portion with diners with a smaller appetite. The food won't break through any culinary boundaries for inventiveness, but it is tasty straightforward food at a reasonable price.

Right in the centre of the picturesque village of Newborough is the Old Baker's Cottage, a bed and…read morebreakfast establishment, with an associated coffee shop. As you enter the coffee shop it currently has a Halloween theme, with a skeleton bride and groom in the window! Inside is a range of seating, from comfortable sofas to more formal tables, including outdoor seating too. Not a huge place, so it probably fills quickly at weekends. It primarily sells drinks, hot and cold - cappuccinos, hot chocolates etc., and very tempting looking cakes including apple pie and traditional cream teas. We both went for the Devil's Chocolate Cake, fantastically moreish, a moist cake, with a generous amount of chocolate cream, lovely. A good cup of coffee too, strong and flavoursome, without being too acrid. I was impressed, nothing complicated, just a comfortable place to take a break and relax.

Set in the back of the Alphabet Gift Shop on Union Street is the Lowercase Coffee Shop, a truly…read moregreat find. Tempting homemade cakes on the counter, that vary daily like Victoria Sponge, Mint Chocolate cake and Chocolate Orange Sponge, give a good first impression, as do the variety of seating from conventional tables, to comfy chairs and a couple of tables with high bar type chairs. Music pervades but doesn't intrude every corner of the coffee shop, through the impressive Sonos sound system. There are menu's for breakfast, lunch and even weekly specials, which on this occasion was a BLT. Having been three times in four days and arriving at around mid-morning every time, we have had the breakfast sandwich with bacon and mushrooms, cooked fresh, and a portion big enough to share, fantastic. We have also sampled their homemade cheese scones; too often cheese scones can be style over substance, not the case here, packed with flavour and warm, perfect. Other dishes on the menu that will definitely be returning to sample are the Fishfinger sandwiches and the scrambled eggs, that come with bacon or salmon. The americano and cappuccino, that accompanied our late breakfasts, were strong and flavoursome too, complimenting the food well. The Lowercase Coffee Shop is our type of place, great food and drink in relaxed surroundings, with staff that are clearly passionate about making this one of the go-to destinations in Burton. They already have my vote!

This has become my favourite go to place for coffee, cake; snacks. Nicely decorated with simple…read moreauthentic design, an array of tables and chairs giving a very comfortable atmosphere with none-interfering music. Somewhere to get away from it all. Yet has easy access within Burton. Quaint outside sitting area adds to the charm

The Bluebell Tea Room is a very welcome addition to Swadlincote, a traditional style tea room, with…read morethe best cup of tea for miles around! Inside is decorated with framed advertisements, movie posters and record sleeves from a bygone age. There are jams and marmalades that you can buy, and a good range of seating that can accommodate largish groups. Each table is adorned with a tablecloth, and the drinks are served in cups and saucers. If you ask for tea, it comes in a teapot, resplendent with a tea cosy, with enough tea for many a refill. Food wise, a good variety of homemade cakes, from crispy cakes, to brownies and cheese scones. Hot food wise, there a jacket potatoes with a range of filings, crumpets, toast and a fine Welsh Rarebit, flavourful cheese and topped with a slice of fresh tomato, so tasty! They also serve a range of sandwiches, an afternoon tea and a savoury platter. Friendly staff, and an inexpensive menu, round off an impressive place.