Our friend LOVES this place. Everything you order comes on a waffle. My wife had a waffle with garlic and cheese sauce with shaved ham. She thought it was very good - and she loves the coffee. I had the BBQ beef with Cole slaw - of course, on a waffle. The Cole slaw was excellent. The BBQ sauce was tasty, but the meat was extremely salty. The waffles were very good - nice and fluffy. The portions were good, and the prices as expected. They do add a 10% tip to the bill automatically (FYI). By the way, as best I could tell, the bathroom is unisex - both men and women use the same bathroom (toilet). Didn't bother me, but you may want to be aware if this is a concern for you. read more

The Waffle House - Waffles Near Me - St Albans, HRT

Wonderful casual dining restaurant close by Roman Verulanium. Waffles have been taken to a 'higher level' here and come with tasty fillings you will be amazed by. Also lots of other food choices, shakes and desserts on the menu Additionally, the restaurant is very child friendly and accommodating. Plenty of parking available in the restaurant lot. This is a fun place to eat and highly recommended. read more

OMG amazing waffles and there is usual so many cute dogs here, so many creative combinations! read more

The Waffle House - Waffles Near Me - St Albans, HRT

Holy picturesque cuteness, Batman! The location is wonderful. If you are not a regular, you don't realize that everything comes on a waffle. But then again, it's called the Waffle House. The service is quick and the food was served so fast I thought they took gave me someone else's order. It was not too crowded for a Saturday morning, but it was still early. I was told by a local that they drop the tarps in the summer and it's a delightful outside patio. I'm glad I will get the chance to see that. read more

It's truly waffle-icious! Make mine a pot of Maple syrup with a double stack of spelt waffles, field mushrooms and eggs on the side. Yummmmmmmmmmmm. Tip: Save room for pud as the sweet waffle selection will have you salivating before you've finished your savory. The chocolate milkshakes need a mention too! Proper tasty. Beautiful location (even better when the suns out) the spacious patio is right on the waters edge so whatever you don't eat you can always feed to the ducks (just don't let the staff catch you) Bottom line this is the best place in St Albans to share lazy weekend breakfast/brunch with friends and family (it's very family friendly!) read more

The Waffle House - Waffles Near Me - St Albans, HRT

Quick review Food: Very good, pillowy soft waffles. My wife had savoury cheese and tomato and I had banana flapjack! Both really tasty. Service: friendly & efficient! Atmosphere: Family! Bang for buck: very good, we ate for £20 inc drinks and didn't leave hungry. Will be returning very soon! Dog friendly! read more

The ladies who sat us were very pleasant but our waitress was the worst! She took forever to come to our table she even looked at us twice before she came over to take our order. Once she took our order our food took forever to come and not once did she come back to our table to ask if we were doing ok. She approached every other table in her area except for ours! Once I made eye contact with her she finally came over and I asked her if my waffle was supposed to be super hard she answered but never showed any concern if I was pleased or even if I waned another one! I mean we have been sitting here as if we don't exist. I looked at our table and said nothing. This has got to be the most unprofessional waitress ever! But she was really nice to everyone else. But the presentation of the food was amazing! Phoebe was just a horrible waitress to us! read more

Where do I star, great waffles, ok service but the worst thing is that they put the chocolate sauce on your waffle when they bring it which makes the waffle all soggy but apart from that I would recommend going to it read more

I don't understand the excitement that surrounds the Waffle House in St Albans. I've been on a few occasions over the past few years and every time I think "maybe this time I'll like it more", but each time I come away feeling a bit disappointed. Don't get me wrong, the location is lovely. They have a lot of shaded outdoor seating with heaters in Winter. The old mill building is nicely preserved and if indoors you might be lucky enough to sit in the older parts with the mill's working parts on display. However, the big draw of a waffle restaurant should be the waffles. Unfortunately the waffles are quite underwhelming. I'm not sure if they're cooked fresh for each order but they always seem to be lukewarm or cold by the time they're served. There's also the no-reservations issue. The queues here are always so long! Never good when you have to wait outside in the rain to be seated. There are far better options in St Albans with no queues, better food and equally good locations. read more

Get here before 11 if going on a Sunday! That's my number one tip. With Nani having volunteered to take the kids, my wife and I headed here for brunch and arrived to find 3 or 4 groups ahead of us in the queue. By 11:15, the queue was out into the car park. I went for a savoury chilli con carne waffle which was fantastic. And that was all I intended to have. Then, I went to the bathroom, where they had a picture of the Banoffee Waffle and I caved. A sweet, sweet waffle was brought to the table, piled high with cream, bananas and toffee sauce and it was amazing. I could have eaten two, or three, or four...you get the idea. Quick service. Lovely outside area to eat and if you park the car in the centre of town, you can walk off the waffles afterwards with a stroll through the park and past the cathedral. read more

Absolutely love the Waffle House - you have to visit if you are ever in St Albans. My only gripes are that it's always incredibly busy therefore you have to be expected to wait at peak times. Don't expect out of hours service either as The Waffle House only opens during the day. read more

My friend and I had brunch here today and the food was quite nice. I had a big breakfast and my friend had smoked salmon and scrambled egg. Both dishes came with a piece of waffle. The waffle was crispy on the outside, soft inside. We also shared a sweet waffle which was served with pecan and butterscotch sauce and a big scoop of vanilla ice cream. Decent portion size for all dishes. Only downside was we asked for maple syrup and as soon as we used the syrup for our waffles, we were surrounded by bees/wasps... I guess that's what happens when you choose to sit outside... read more

For a special afternoon tea why not visit this waffle house? It's open right around the year but I can honestly say it's much nicer in the warm weather, to sit outside, choose and eat your waffle in such delightful surroundings! Originally a 16th century watermill on the river Ver, the menu offers both savoury and sweet waffles and there's maple syrup on every table, just like you get salt and pepper. Don't go here expecting to eat in a hurry, since deciding which waffle to have will take time, there's just so many to choose from. Everything is freshly cooked and is of a very high quality. As you'd expect, they offer a variety of coffees, teas and shakes. It's an interesting place to be if you like people watching! When you've had your waffle, why not work it off by visiting the museum on the upper two floors of the watermill; taking a walk over the park (just the other side of the road from the Waffle House); visit the Verulamium museum - there was a roman villa on the site and you can visit the site where it stood; St. Albans Abbey is at the opposite end of the park or you could just stroll along Fishpool street to admire the period buildings. read more

The waffle house is located near to verulamium park. Its a lovely old building. They serve sweet and savoury waffles. This is a place you would go to around tea time. They can get quite busy and sometimes you have to queue for an hour just to get in. But if you are looking for an unusual place to go this is it. The service can be a bit hit and miss and they get so busy. read more

If you want a great milkshake this is the place to go! Yummy waffles available, both savoury and sweet, (lovely syrups to put on sweet ones) and a great location right by the park. I used to go there to meet up with other mummy friends however we had to sit outside if we had pushchairs with us and when the weather got cold we stopped going. It's not cheap but nothing in St Albans is. There is parking available within the waffle house grounds or if you want a walk through the park there is a car park at the opposite side too. The staff are ok but not particularly friendly. read more

I've been to the Waffle House with my Mummy friends a few times and usually go late morning, before the lunch time rush. Unfortunately as we all have prams/pushchairs we have to sit outside, which if it is very cold or wet is not ideal, especially with young children. Although on one occassion they had erected a sort of cover to keep you dry. The setting is lovely in an old converted water mill, there is even a museum above the restaurant. To be honest the service is hit and miss, with long periods of waiting sometimes. Both times I have eaten savoury dishes I have found the toppings to be luke warm (chilli con carne, and mushrooms). Although the sweet waffles are to die for. If you fancy a unique setting and something a bit different then this is the place (although may be slightly over priced). read more

Lovely waffles, gorgeous place, location people and staff. Good prices and autentic place. Deffo a must do. read more

This is a very unusual restaurant based just outside the centre of St Albans, near the Verulanium lake. The basis of it, as expected really, is that most of the food on the menu involves waffles of some sort, so don't go there if you're not keen on them! The food is very tasty though and reasonably priced. There is an outside area for the summer and the waterwheel seems to amuse the kids! read more

Service is very much hit and miss - I agree with other reviewers. I went here with a group of friends, three of whom had buggies and we struggled inside the restaurant, even though there were staff who were unoccupied and could have helped. The sweet waffles are lovely, if hideously overpriced! Having recently come back from the states where waffles are an everyday thing in most restaurants, paying £6 for one seemed insane. It is clearly the novelty of it which is allowing the prices here. Outside is nice enough and it made a nice change from your regular chain restaurants, but it doesn't warrant a special visit. read more

Very quirky building - it was of course an old mill, so don't expect level access and wide doorways, but it provides for a lovely and charming restaurant where you can have a table with a great view, or be tucked and snuggled into a corner! The food is absolutely sublime, they have every type of waffle under the sun - whether you feel like bannoffee, or hummous! Well worth checking it out if you have some spare time - avoid Saturday and Sunday mornings unless you have time to spare - it gets REALLY busy. read more

The Waffle House is a very special place. Best for enjoying a pot a afternoon tea with your mum and nan and a killer waffle! I always think that I will be able to finish my portion but I always loose... Although I have never tried their savoury waffles... I'm sure they are just as good! Not suitable for calorie conscious people! Romantic meal is not a very good idea either... too many screaming children. Strongly recommended for people who love sweet and tasty desserts and have spare cash. This place is not cheap... but the waffles OG! Forget all your new year slimming resolutions and INDULGE yourself! read more

I do love coming here - it has the perfect setting, and the staff are always lovely. I have marked them 4 because I do think the waffles are overpriced. read more

This has become too popular over the years. Whilst the food is excellent, service is often slow and coffee arrives cold. Keep an eye on your serving staff so you can call them over, or at least attempt to. Difficult to park and seating can be tricky. Popular with young families so it can be noisy. read more

Lovely place great food, best malt chocolate milkshake I've ever had Bit pricey but worth it read more

Always service with a smile and despite their popularity you never have to wait too long to be seated. A great range of waffles both sweet and savoury. You'll love it here and dogs are welcome! read more

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Consistently good, lovely fresh produce and very child friendly (they must have over 30 high chairs!). I can't recommend this place highly enough. Try their breakfasts! read more

My very thoughtful fiance had planned a day out for the two of us and I had no idea what we were doing. First on the list was breakfast and although I guessed restaurant after restaurant, I had no idea we'd be going to The Waffle House. First of all, St. Albans (especially for a first timer) is a beautiful area. Driving into the parking lot you see the outdoor area (that's currently tented during the chilly weather) and a quaint little building. Upon entering, the first thing I noticed was the space heaters (everywhere) and then the roaring fire. The ONLY reason I am removing a star is because of how cold it was but you can tell it's an old building (and a charming one at that!) so you have to let it slide. Now, I was extremely ill and was on heavy medication and very nauseated but I had to put a brave face on at breakfast and order. Mostly everything is waffle-oriented. Coming from the states, I expect a "grand slam" bevvy of items from toast, to eggs, to pancakes so I was looking for alternatives. Thankfully, I ordered the waffles with whipped cream with a combination of (beautifully) spiced berries and apples - not my usual thing (I'm a savory breakfast kinda girl) but so sensational. My fiance, on the other hand, went the savory route (perfect reason to eat out of his plate!) and ordered a waffle topped with shredded cheese, herbs and tomatoes which he devoured with no issue! We paired our meals with a cappuccino (I needed the extra pick in the behind to get going) and his black coffee. I couldn't eat much due to my sour stomach but everything I ate was incredibly tasty. The waffle got soggy (obviously) but it didn't matter. The server was concerned I didn't enjoy my meal and asked my fiance while I slipped away to use the ladies room - how thoughtful! We'll be back on a day where we want to escape busy London and enjoy some waffles that make us miss Belgium big time very soon! read more

I have seen this restaurant described as "belgian". However, having lived in Begium for 20 years, we never eat waffles in this way! The restaurant is set in a nice setting and the waffles are good with interesting dishes. The breakfast is a must but I do think it is quite expensive for what it is... Maybe they could add gaufre de Liège to the menu?? read more

Restaurant and cafe in a beautiful old water mill, cooking delicious wholemeal and white waffles, savoury and sweet. The wooden chairs and tables, sickles and scythes adorning the walls, give an olde-country feel. The malted shake drinks are lovely. And the chocolate mousse waffles are incredible. A good range of vegetarian waffle dishes too. read more

Oh wow this place is amazing. Every type of waffle topping on the menu and all are delicious, but more than this, it is a beautiful place with wooden beams and log fires to sit by in winter, and has a lovely outdoor space to laze in during the summer. Well worth the trip. read more

Great place to eat. If you can get in that is!

I love the waffle house, especially in summer when it's warm enough to sit outside. One visit, we even had ducklings waddling past our table. I agree with other reviewers about the service being a little hit-and-miss when it's busy. They do a great humous and avocado savoury waffle and my friend who can't eat wheat had a spelt waffle! read more

Went to the Waffle House, craving a sweet belgian waffle and instead ended up ordering both a sweet AND savory meal. The chili con carne was wonderfully good. And banana waffle a la mode with caramel sauce was amazing. The seating was a bit crowded but didn't mind as much once the food arrived. read more

Waffles!!! sweet or savoury you can pick!!!!!!! ALWAYS BUSY!! but you always get a seat just past the St Albans lake is situated down by sty Michaels school and the Roman ruins! Eating outside is fine too well sheltered and has heaters for the winter. Fantastic! read more

Don't understand the fuss about this place. Was expecting it to be so much better but in reality it was something I could've had at home. So expensive for what you get also. Could've had an M&S picnic for the price of our waffle meals. read more

Beautiful location and amazing waffles, perfect for any time of day - the bacon banana and tomato waffles are amazing for breakfast, and the banoffee waffles for desert are delish too (even better smothered with the free flowing maple syrup). They also have really good milkshakes and coffee, and the staff are always friendly and welcoming! Lots of people have talked about having to queue but I promise it is worth it :) read more

Can't say enough about this place!!!! I love the food and literally, everything is served on a waffle! So yummy. During the nicer weather, we take our dog and sit outside. It has beautiful surroundings and a nice stroll through the park can burn off those calories you just ate! So go ahead and get dessert, you won't be disappointed. read more

This place is set in beautiful English countryside in an ancient Roman town with a lot of history and the best way to finish off your historic tour would be to go and indulge in the tastiest waffles- sweet or savoury that I have ever had.We have had to wait for an hour in the queue in the summer but is worth every minute.The aroma of the hot waffles can by itself build an appetite.Save some space for deserts!!!!why can we not have more of these waffle houses around the country- i believe only 2 in the country so far....... read more

Met up with my family here one day this summer after they played pitch and putt in the park. I was happy that on a regular weekday, the place had a great buzz without being hectic. My husband looked at the waffles menu, then looked at the breakfast items listed (trying to be 'good'). He decided on scrambled egg and bacon and asked for it on toast. Upon requesting this, he was politely told that it would come on a waffle, not toast. It is a Waffle House after all. My sons and I were very entertained! I ordered a latte, which was excellent. Can't remember what my two teenage sons ordered - it seemed to be consumed before I even laid eyes on their plates. Yep, I'm a fan. Great place for a casual brunch. read more

We come here all the time and love it! The other reviews cover the basics, but a beautiful old building, great food and friendly staff. I know Sundays after noon are way too busy though. read more