The Barke Craft Bakery — Restaurant in Basildon

I actually dread visiting here because one of the women behind the counter seems to be constantly in a bad mood. I still give them my business because the food is really good but honestly I always feel like I'm not wanted in there and maybe that isn't the case. I'm willing to believe it's likely the hard nature of running a busy bakery that's taking a toll, but you're supposed to treat others as you wish to be treated, especially when they're paying your bills. As a small business owner myself, I dislike leaving negative reviews but you need to listen to the honest feelings of your customers,...

Me & my husband love coming here although, my waistline begs to differ. The cakes, rolls & bread are divine! If you want a proper bakery then this is a must. The prices are more than reasonable and you don’t get many places like this at all anymore and the fact that they have kept prices down is rarity for today's market. The staff are lovely and wouldn’t matter if they ‘smiled’ or not because you’re going there for a bakery not smiles (also can you imagine what time they have to get up and 7 days a week, I wouldn’t be smiling all...

Been in here a few times was hoping first time the lady was just having a bad day but that obviously not the case maybe every day is a bad day. Food is lovely ,shame the staff are not . They are rude and miserable. I wanted to pay by card and the white haired lady bite my head off and slammed the card machine down. Have never once had a smile from any of the staff in there. They also put my rolls into the bags using their hands 🤮. Needless to say i now avoid the place and go to...