Mrs B's Coffee Shop — Restaurant in England

A few friends had recommended this cafe, fabulous cream teas and sandwiches, brilliant staff so we were a little shocked on our first visit to come across a staff member that obviously didn’t want to work that day. We weren’t greeted nicely at all, just shouted across from behind counter ‘ have you got a reservation? We said we hadn’t so she replied we could sit at the table we were near. Menus bought over, no smiles. A table of two stood to pay their bill (only 3 tables in the shop being used) they were ignored and stood there waiting for a good 5 minutes. No communication from staff member to acknowledge they were there or that she wouldn’t be long. I didn’t like this atmosphere, wasn’t very pleasant so we got up and left before placing an order. We or the other customers were not made to...

An afternoon tea you will remember for a long time. Sets a high standard for quality and quantity. Served on a mini picnic table, it is daunting, but the individual items are all well thought out and nothing is below par. They also offer a children's tea that had my granddaughters eyes open wide. They will offer you boxes at the end so don't panic.. It's small and you have to book the afternoon tea in advance, but well worth it. Other options looked good and the service was excellent. If there is a slight negative it is that the toilet is up a few steps. But they are shallow and have wide treads....

Limited parking which they asked us not to use; no natural lighting, abrasive staff.

Food was ok, although the cakes are sitting out uncovered, but the coffee was nothing special. Were not made to feel welcome at all despite booking a table. Answers to questions were curt at best, if not downright rude. Don’t know why they have a cafe if they dislike customers as much as they quite blatantly show. Do not recommend.

They also block you on Facebook for leaving a negative review rather take on board any feedback and address it. Very...