Date: 2nd March 2011
Feeling hungry at lunchtime, I ventured to this cafe in search of something filling. I wasn't disappointed by the breakfast special. At £5.95 this comes with beans, sausages, egg, bacon, mushrooms, grilled tomato, bubble and squeak and toast with either tea or coffee. Black pudding was an extra 50p. Tea even included a ginger biscuit. Service was good considering the lunchtime rush and the cafe is pleasant enough to enjoy the massive tea while relaxing on the sofa waiting for food.
Food was excellently cooked, with tasty herby sausages, a good fried egg and nice mushrooms. The single slice of toast was from fresh, soft bread but wasn't quite enough for full mopping up duties. With outdoor seating, this is a good choice for those wishing to relax with smokers or dogs in their group. My companion had the chicken and mushroom pie which was outstanding. It had lovely succulent chunks of chichen and was full of leeks and served with a good scoop of mashed potato, it was delicious.
Overall: A great choice of upmarket fry up. With a varied menu there's plenty of choice. Bubble and Squeak noses it ahead to be my favourite so far. 9.5 / 10
