On our first full day in the UK (from US), we wanted an authentic English meal. After sleeping in from the time change, we ate around 1pm. The place is very quaint. The tables downstairs are a little too close for my liking. We went upstairs and found a cute window table, overlooking the alley below. We started with a pot of tea and debated the large menu for a while. I opted for the Caspian breakfast and my husband ordered the pork pie with a side of chips (fries). The presentation on both was great. I wanted to love the food, but it was just okay. The Caspian breakfast was a waffle with sweet cream cheese, topped with smoked salmon, poached eggs, caviar eggs and sliced avocado. The waffle and poached egg were cooked perfectly. I didn't care for the sweet cream cheese and ended up taking that off. The avocado looked pretty, but tasted underripe. It also came with toast. My husbands pork pie was okay. It tasted like a summer sausage in a flaky pastry. It came with a side salad with Stilton cheese and walnuts, which was also just okay. The server was very friendly and prices were reasonable. If I lived here, I would definitely try again, but I would order different foods. read more

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As a foreigner when you think of an English breakfast or brunch experience what often comes to mind is the fairy tale inspired tea and toast enjoyed in a quaint bed and breakfast, and unfortunately this dream is often shattered when you realize that Starbucks, Cafe Nero, and Pret have more or less taken over the wonderful world of breakfast. Fear not - Mrs. Bridges Tea Rooms has preserved the traditional quaintness of a B&B in a way that caters to anyone and everyone, and it's absolutely excellent. Star 1: How were the service and atmosphere? Tucked away in a side alley, the location of Mrs. Bridges is as much a landmark as anything in Leicester, and once you step inside you'll understand why. The most comfortable of settings includes various tea rooms on two levels as well as an outdoor seating area that I was able to enjoy on what was a beautiful sunny Saturday morning. It was crowded at 1030, but I was still able to have a seat right away and service didn't lag. I can't stress enough how fantastic the atmosphere at Mrs. Bridges Tea Rooms is, and loved that even school age children seemed to really enjoy and appreciate it along with the expected adult crowd. Star Granted. Star 2: How were the portions relative to the cost? £6.50 is a beautiful price for French toast with bacon and maple syrup with a pot of tea for an additional £1.85. As you can see in the picture my portion was hearty and I was more than satisfied at the end of the day with what would have easily cost me £12 in London. Star Granted. Stars 3 and 4: How was the food? I'm not entirely sure whether the atmosphere or the fact that it was a beautiful day just made everything taste better, but my french toast was amazing even while being as simple as can be. There was nothing fancy here but there didn't need to be, and I noticed as I was sitting down that a steady stream of people were coming in for sandwiches to go that everyone was raving about (and kudos for having special sandwiches that rotate). There are some meals that you really can't even put a finger on with respect to what makes it so good, and this was one of those meals. Dual Stars Granted. Star 5: Would you eat here every day if you could? Mrs. Bridges Tea Rooms is a well known Leicester establishment whose appeal could possibly be bottled and expanded, but for now it's a brilliant gem in the center of England that I'd gladly visit daily. Star Granted. read more

Mrs. Bridges Tea Rooms - French Toast: £6.50 - British Near Me - Leicester, LCE

Quaint little brunch spot. Apparently no one in the family is actually called Bridges - it's just a name they've been using in the family! Either way, it's a great place that's family owned and run by very friendly staff. Brunch is great, and if you go when the weather is great, it's nice to sit out in the sun where they have chairs and tables. read more

A traditional tea room in the lanes. It was recommended to us by a friend for breakfast and the Yelp reviews were all very good, so we went along today. We sat in the front area but there's also a garden and an upstairs. Decor is very traditional and there is a counter at one end and a blackboard with specials. You find a place to sit and have a look at the menu which is on the table, then someone comes over to take your order. Although the place is super traditional, the menu is not. Yes they do all day breakfast, sandwiches, afternoon tea and so on, but there are some very different options, such as smoked duck sandwiches, candied beetroot and brie and rabbit milanese. We were there for breakfast and there were plenty of brilliant options, all priced at £6.50. Edd had a full English which he enjoyed. He asked for no beans and was given an extra hash brown instead, which was kind of them. I liked that there were lots of interesting options for breakfast, including a bagel with hash browns and poached egg and some trendy avocado options, all of which I would try next time. This time I chose French Toast with bacon and maple syrup. It was a giant portion, with two slices of fluff, eggy toast, two big slices of crispy bacon and plenty of maple syrup to drown it in. I couldn't finish. With an apple juice and a black coffee, the whole meal came to about £15. I paid by going up to the counter. Unfortunately they only accept cash, not card, which is why I've given it 4 stars. read more

Mrs. Bridges Tea Rooms - French toast with bacon- a winner! - British Near Me - Leicester, LCE

With the ever increasing waves of dull, cloned coffee shops and juice bars springing up around Leicester, it's great to have been privy to an established and original tea mecca like Mrs Bridges. The sandwiches are truly inventive, unique and enormous. So relax in the 16th c. courtyard and partake of freshly baked buns, sweets and fantasmagorically prepared sandwiches and swear off McDonald's fast food crap for life. read more

We had what we honestly consider to be the best sandwiches that we have ever eaten [outside the home]. The special for the day of seared rump steak, red onions and wholegrain mustard on sourdough was unbelievable. My wife's pork belly with apple slices on sourdough was, she reports, similarly magnificent. The decor inside is great with antique bits and pieces all over the place. I would have given it 5 stars if it weren't for the coffee. I made the mistake of ordering a double espresso - it was practically undrinkable. read more

What can I say that everyone else hasn't already mentioned? If you're in Leicester you MUST visit Mrs Bridges. I'm not ashamed to say that I am now considered a regular, Mrs Bridges herself (I'm sure not her real name) always takes the effort to say hi when she sees me, which I love. It is quaint, it's one-of-a-kind, it has an epic menu of breakfasts, English classics, countless sandwiches and AMAZING cakes. There is honestly nowhere else in Leicester I'd rather pop in for breakfast, lunch or a spot of tea and cake. Everything is handmade, portions are big, there are some really interesting experimental sandwiches to choose from, as well as the classics, and always something new and exciting on the specials board. Avoid the chains and take a chance on this hidden gem. You really won't be disappointed. read more

You know you're instantly in love with a place when issues become foibles. Couldn't be truer here: the slightly manky toilets? The lack-lustre salad next to my sandwich? They're all part of the charm! This really is a charming place, though. A wonderfully old-world feel pervades the place: it's like nothing has changed here, ever. The sandwich I had was pretty damned good too. read more

Mrs Bridges, your cafe is a delight I live in Melbourne Australia and I haven't had a proper Bakewell tart since I was a child. Your place came up so I caught a plane and here I am. What a charming place you have. I went with what I thought was a couple of friends which swelled to seven. With a bit of juggling you accommodated us. Now when it comes to Bakewell tarts I'm afraid I'm a bit of a purist. They have to be made with almonds. If yours had been instead of walnuts I would almost certainly have given you five stars. It was still good but nostalgia is such an unforgiving emotion. Our meals were sublime and I would give you my heartiest recommendations to anyone looking for a great tea-room experience read more

Agree with previous reviewers - this place is brilliant! Great cakes, lovely tea, generous portions of main meals. We got a bit carried away here last year when we visited and were there for a good two hours sampling all of the delicious food. Nice outdoor seating area, my favourite place to sit during the summer months, provided we get some good weather ;) I have to visit Leicester every July for an event I help co-ordinate, so Mrs Bridges ends up being a constant on the calendar. read more

I found this place quite by mistake and went here for lunch, it does lovely little lunches like jacket potatoes and is great value for money. Staff were friendly and food was served very quickly which is what you need in your lunch break. Great place read more

Went here yesterday for breakfast with my sister. I had French toast with maple syrup and a latte, she had the Hunter's Breakfast. The food was so good! The latte was amazing, the french toast was brilliant! I tried some of the hunter's breakfast too, it was so tasty - the eggs were perfect! The food was a tad expensive but everything tasted wonderful! Loved it so much, we took our dad back the next day for lunch! So today, I had penne pasta with garlic, chilli, olives and feta cheese! It was awesome! I ordered the latte again because I loved it so much.The penne tasted fantastic! My dad and sister also loved what they ordered for lunch! Both times we sat outside in the courtyard, it was really relaxing and I love that you have the option to sit outside! Also, the waitress was great! Plus, I like that if you order something with bread you can choose which type - white, brown, sourdough e.c.t. One thing to bear in mind, they don't accept cards - only cash and cheques. I really like this place and will definitely be going back! read more

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Very good traditional breakfast. Sat out in the back patio. Friendly staff and variety of great beverages. Highly recommend.

Mrs Bridges Tea Rooms is a little quaint tea room it does tea in a tea pot which is a good thing. The coffee is great but then again i am a coffee snob. They do fantastic cakes and a very lovely tea time menu for you to enjoy ranging from sandwiches to jacket potato's to quiche. If you are a vegetarian then you will be pleasantly suprised as there range tends to be rather good. If you are opting for a drink and quick snack then i would recommend the cake platter, which is ideal for one sweet tooth lover or for two to share, you get a little slither of five cakes and there hand made ice cream, it is delightful. They also offer a catering service! read more