Hungry Birds — Restaurant in England

In the small, unassuming town of Oakham, there exists a café that goes by the name of "Hungry Birds." A modest establishment, it beckons the weary morning traveller with promises of sustenance. Upon entering, one is greeted not by the pretentious airs often found in trendy eateries, but by the warm embrace of genuine hospitality. The staff, as inviting as the aroma wafting from the kitchen, set the tone for what is to come—a breakfast experience that is, in many ways, a revelation.

The full English breakfast, a dish so often subjected to the indignities of haste and indifference, is here treated with the respect it deserves. The portion size is a masterstroke—ample enough to satisfy, yet mercifully restrained so as not to overwhelm. The quality of the meats is commendable, each bite a testament to careful selection. The hash brown, so often relegated to the role of a greasy afterthought, is here a triumph of lightness and texture, a delicate crispness giving way to a soft, fluffy interior.

And then, there is the spinach—a touch of green that brings not just colour, but a sense of balance to the plate. How refreshing it is to see a chef who understands that even in the midst of indulgence, there is room for a nod to health. The eggs, those delicate orbs of golden promise, are cooked to perfection, their yolks breaking open to reveal a rich, velvety centre.

But alas, no breakfast is without its flaws. Hungry Birds stumbles at the final hurdle, offering a brown sauce that is, to put it kindly, an acquired taste. One wonders if the chef, in a moment of ill-advised creativity, decided to venture into the uncharted waters of condiment innovation. Whatever the case, it would do them well to retreat to the familiar shores of HP Sauce, that stalwart companion of the British breakfast.

Despite this misstep, Hungry Birds remains a beacon of quality in Oakham. The friendly staff, the well-executed dishes, and the inviting atmosphere make it a destination worth returning to. It is a café that understands the importance of breakfast, and for that, it has earned my respect—and a promise...

a great little coffee shop .i visited with the wife and father in law today we had carrot cake scones with cream and preserve plus almond cake all of which i can say tasted wonderful and the coffee just as good..the ladies who own and run the place where so helpful and very friendly this little gem of a place with a touch of old and modern decor has recently been taken over and the new staff who may i add are doing a fantastic job in making it a friendly place .i would recommend you visit and form your own opinion i don't think you'll be disappointed .i will visit again for sure ... also i don't understand your comment johnny regards seating and service..for a start the seating comment I'm not sure how that can be part of your review ..basically you walk in the door look for a seat then sit down secondly regards service...my answer would be you ask..why make negative comments aimed at the staff and owner about something that you clearly didn't understand and has nothing to do with the coffee shop...

Wow its that Bad

What can I say because it was sunny i thought bout taking my disabled mum out to Hungry birds for 1st time. Got to 3 tables out side full of plates. Thought I would be nice to help so cleared and slipped on wet floor nr steps and only dropped 1 glass luckily. Ordered 2 coffees and 2 cakes took over 20 mins to make coffee with 3 ppl working. Once it arrived I asked again for takeaway cup so I think manager brought over and poured half for me glad because it was overflowing then she groaned don't clear yourself I will do, made me feel very uncomfortable left could not eat cakes wow sweet and vanilla latte worst in Oakham they need bistro training. Cost nothing for a smile which non of the staff did. I manage bars and restaurants around London and I would not hire your manager...