This bakery is part of a chain so not as nice as it used to be when branded differently.
The atmosphere is ok and the bonus is a nice garden eating area which is usually well kept these days. Used to be quite overgrown and dirty.
The bakery products are nice and a large range including lots of sweet pastries.
There is also a sandwich bar area so the range is good. The coffee is ok and the staff good.
The staff advised me when I asked, they have no training in coffee making so could be better.
I would say it's the location that keeps it going - quiet end of The Parade but easy parking and convenient for quick stop. Beware Sunday's as it's very busy and hard to find parks due to a church next door. read more