I’ve used Coffee #1 in Honiton for over three years. I am a cyclist and use it sometimes on a training route. I’ve always been welcome to bring my bike in (as you’d expect I don’t leave a £11k bike outside) and always put it respectfully in the corner away from people. - until this morning, I get asked by a newbie staff member to leave the bike outside. The reason, they’ve had kids in….🤷♂️ Not sure what that means, I’m not a kid, I’m a 55 year old responsible man. If I’d come in with other club members I’d totally understand, but it’s one bike. Don’t think I’ll be coming again. I’ll give two stars as...
Read moreHot drinks were served in paper cups. I asked one of the staff why we didn't have china mugs - "because we were gonna close soon". Me: "We came in at 5:15. You close at 6pm. What time do you suggest we come in to guarantee getting china mugs?" Assistant: "Hmm... I'm not sure about that one. Hang on, I'll ask.... ... yeah, I don't know really. But there's only two of us and we had a lot of washing up to do." Me: "Ok, thanks." So I'd say, if you're fussed about having proper mugs, arrive before 5pm. Let's say 4pm to be on the safe side. I mean, if it's not been too busy. Until they invest in more mugs,...
Read moreThe coffee and cake tasted amazing. However, there was 1 server behind the counter who was doing absolutely everything, running around and working so hard doing a great job, while the older lady with red hair (manager I assume) sat on her phone doing absolutely nothing and letting the younger girl do everything. Lazy and selfish and should not be in a position of power because she's abusing it completely. Example: customer went directly to the older lady to tell her there was no soap. she ignored them and let the younger girl run to fill it back up. we were furious watching this behaviour from...
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