The Sober Parrot — Restaurant in Cheltenham

Generally I have recommended this caffe to others, however I get a sense that this customer gets the ‘chef-of-the-day’ interpretation of what’s on the menu. I had previously enjoyed their “ Bacon, Brie and Cranberry” on a Ciabatta Roll , it was exactly that - two generous rashers of meaty (not fatty nor stringy) bacon with a proper amount of Brie spread on a fresh, crusty Ciabatta roll and adorned with dried Cranberries. Today I got, what appeared to be , Chopped Ham warmed in a sloppy white sauce spread on a soft roll ( it was like a stretched bap !) with a smear of Raspberry jam added for effect, ( I’m not daft; Cranberries don’t have Raspberry seeds!? and they are not sweet). Their loose tea is a might weak for my taste, letting it brew longer in the pot only serves to make it bitter, not stronger. In the words of General MacAthur, “ I shall return” - but they need to up their game if they want to keep this regular...

Love this place. So many tasty veggie options but also meat options too. Great for a brunch type meal, all day breakfast or that sort of thing. The mocktails are also delicious too and feel like a full on cocktail, nothing sad and boring about them!

Service can be a bit on the slower side but it's all for a good cause and some of the staff are in training. Perfect easy weekend lunch or brunch during a visit to the town centre with parking just over the road in a...

Absolutely delightful venue, delicious 😋 coffee, milk variants on offer and Chef even got me 🍯 honey from the kitchen as I prefer it to sugar. Agata who greeted me was warm, friendly yet professional and nothing was too much trouble. Surroundings were clean and inviting and toilets were a delight, fresh smiling and impeccably clean! I shall definitely return and strongly recommend 👌 for business, pleasure...