This is a vegetarian cafe…read more Although not a vegetarian, I do love good veggie food, and this place seems to hit the spot. They do baguettes, baked potatoes, soups, cakes and the like. It is fairly small, but two storeys, and seems contstantly full. Obviously they are doing something right. It is also conveniently located just outside the Dolphin Centre and not too far from the station. It always reminds me of a double decker bus, but that's just the wanderings of a peculiar mind. Prices seem right, and I'd recommend it, if you can get in!

This is a new addition to Poole High St, and begs a few thoughts…read more It is virtually opposite Caffe Nero, which has built up an established clientele, and nearer to the Dolphin Centre where there are several coffee places. And we are now in recession. Also Costa is nearby! I am all for competion, and the interior is certainly a comfortable place, especially on a freezing day! But it is not well positioned really. Maybe a price war will start, but as it's a franchise I don't know if this is a reality. Anyway, good luck to them, they'll initially get Caffe Nero's overflow, although yesterday Starbuck's was empty and the other very full.

OK updated this review, as been back a few times and things have changed…read more Despite Coffee being sold in Mugs inhouse, the quality of the brew has improved. Adding to the improvements in the coffee, is the selection of new foods available. WiFi access has been setup, and is fast, and generally the place is fairly quiet, a definite plus over the options close by.

There are two places to get coffee from in Poole train station, there's one place with an instant…read morepush-button coffee machine that charges you £2.30 for the privilege, and there's this place which charges you 10p extra for a hand-made proper one. Naturally I had the decaf option which the staffer happily served up for me. There's comfy seating and some local literature lying around to pass the time. Everything is Starbucks-priced but that's not a bad thing. There's also a phone charging service and wifi is available (but you gotta ask for the password!).

Ok. this should be Tchibo!!…read more In Germany, when I lived there, Tschibo was a coffe shop and I used to go with varios relatives to get coffee bean to buy and grind at home. I remember the smell, so rich so 'adult', and all the displays of various beans. Here, in Poole, the only coffee is already in a bag. Not aroma to tantalise you! And they sell bits. I mean, there'll be a handful of clothing, a handful of houseware, a handful of electrical. I sometimes wander in, but really don't get a grasp of what they're about, so I stick to brand I know. A shame, because Tscibo is a trusted name in Germany, and I have all those memories!!

I may be being a bit unfair with just two stars - it is just that I have never purchased any thing…read morehere. It is a very small shop selling allsorts. The interesting thing is that they change their stock every one or two weeks which impels a person to go in to se what is new. Friendly staff who are quite happy for people to browse and I believe that you can have a free coffee every time you purchase something.

This is something of a hidden gem in Poole town centre. It is located about equidistant between the…read moremain shopping area on the high street and the quayside. It has a narrow front between two other shops, which meant that I missed it for several years despite walking past it every day! The Courtyard has an impressive selection of teas, including some specialist teas which are blended by the proprietors themselves. The interior offers a small seating area with four tables in what appears to be a converted house. It is very cosy, and the kitchen opens onto the seating area, adding to the homely vibe. I ordered some of the House special Russian Caravan plus the creamed mushrooms. As the inside was rather busy, I was offered a seat in the snug, which is a separate outhouse reached through the lovely quiet courtyard. The staff were very hospitable and even nipped across to the supermarket to fetch ingredients which they did not have on the premises to make my order! Inevitably, this meant that the speed of service was rather relaxed. But I would happily have stayed there all afternoon, it was so peaceful. A real hidden gem, as I said before, with a calm atmosphere and really polite friendly staff. Enjoy a tasty, home-cooked cake or meal and a nice pot of tea (served in cast-iron Asian pots) when you are in no rush to be anywhere else. Children and dogs are more than welcome - I asked on behalf of my sister and niece who were visiting!

Popped in for afternoon tea, a fantastic place with excellent food. We are local so this won't be a…read moreone off visit!!

We loved our experience at the barn cafe... the food was delicious, the atmosphere is cute and…read moreunique, and the staff were kind and friendly!

Very rude manager with no customer skills. We go once a year and think every time this place could…read morebe so much more. Great location. Nice place. Staff always young but pleasant. Just the woman behind the till..... Coffee not great. Tea comes with multiple timers despite asking for a normal breakfast tea. Food is presented well but has loads of side salad garnish. It is the only coffee place in the area so I drive 7 days a week to Poole and use numerous independents because much friendlier. Says a lot !

Mr C's is located opposite the bus station just along from the Poole art centre. Renamed Mr C's…read morerecently it is a night club that is open most nights. I have to admit Mr'c's doesn't really have the best reputation mainly due to problems including large fights which occurred when it was called Chilies. Prices are quite high although in house offers sometimes drop them but personally it is not my choice of places to go to I am normally down the quay if I am out in Poole. But the staff are always spot on and quick and queues at the bar go down quite quickly.

If something is worth doing, it's worth doing well. Alternatively, do it nice and do it twice…read more.. The Poole extension of Rockets and Rascals has taken the baton handed over by the flagship Plymouth branch and run with it. I'll be honest, I'm biased. I was a regular at the Plymouth store and will be here in Poole now I'm local. They are friendly, helpful, community minded, independent and generally pretty darned good. They brew coffee and build good bikes. They cater to mummies and pushchairs, tourists and hardcore cyclists looking for a caffeine fix. They are not cheap, but they are inexpensive. There is a subtle difference, and one which is worth the extra few pennies. If you are looking for an eclectic cafe with good music, excellent food and outstanding coffee look no further. They even have regular rideouts and a loyalty card scheme. Bonus!