City Corner Cafe — Restaurant in Lichfield

Two of us called in on a busy Tuesday lunchtime in late August: internally, the place was packed to the rafters, but we managed to find outside seating at the back of the premises. I was a little surprised that it was necessary for one of us to have to return inside to place our orders but, as my dining companion had been here before, they 'knew the drill' and duly obliged.

We didn't have to wait long before two delicious Milk Shakes appeared. Verdict: 'Maccies, eat your heart out!' - this was possibly the best one I'd ever tasted since those faraway days of childhood at the seaside. I should have spent more time savoring it and less time time rushing it down, as it was almost a meal in itself, quite filling and totally moreish.

No disappointment either when my 'Prawn Mains' appeared quickly afterwards: plenty of the former in a delicate, well-balanced sauce. Bread was delicious and the salad clearly fresh and well prepared with a subtle, but not over-invasive dressing. Coleslaw was refreshingly tasty and a pleasant change from the normal 'Vinegar-drenched' afterthoughts served in many places.

Value for money I couldn't fault: portion sizes were surprisingly generous and more akin to those of £12-15 per head equivalents in boutique or chain establishments nearby. This admirably explains the packed house we encountered - varied and delicious menu options at excellent prices - and timely, attentive service from pleasant and friendly staff.

Overall, I give a 4 Star Rating: Full Marks for value, customer service at table, and an exemplary culinary experience. Sadly, the same establishment missed out on an otherwise 5 Star Rating for an outside patio area looking as though it had seen better days and could use a little more love and tidying up: and the need for diners to return through the thronging masses to the tills inside to place an order.

Those minor points apart - an excellent venue and something of a hidden jewel - somewhere I would recommend to others and visit again next time I am in Lichfield and in need of...

It was very close to four stars but not quite there. Wouldn't use this place normally but wife given gift vouchers. I had the farmhouse breakfast and she the eggs benedict. Place is much bigger than it looks from outside and has a garden area. Went on a Tuesday morning and was about half full. Took around 15-20 minutes for food to arrive, was asked if we wanted our coffee now or with our food, went for the latter but was brought to our table after about ten minutes saying food was coming now, however, finished our drinks way before food arrived. Food was OK, certainly plenty of it but with a price tag in excess of £20 would expect no less. Wife found that there was far too much benedict sauce on hers which swamped the dish, mine was a straight forward breakfast, well presented but just not to my taste and ended up leaving a fair amount, not that I wasn't hungry, just not right for me. Maybe I am a "value for money" heathan but would have preferred Weatherspoons around the corner. I am sure the argument would have terms like "fresh" and "quality produce" and it certainly was a better ambiance, but the cost would have been a fair few quid cheaper, with unlimited coffee which appeals more than nicely...

Lovely cafe! Always love to come here if i have a lunch break!

The selection of food and cakes is always freshly made and presented well. The portions are a great size! The ladies always get the food out in a very timely manner, so your not waiting a long time. The coffee is really good too! Definitely a great place to go!

Also now its changed hands they have children which really is wonderful. I saw new moms having coffee and cakes last week, and i have to say, isn't that what it's all about! I was turned away previously when i took my little girl but now i have to say, it's a whole new place to...