Colborne House Cafe — Restaurant in Ribble Valley

On entering it looks very dated but WOW.... The service was incredible, the lovely lady took us through the menu allowing us to pick our own selection, asked us what size tea cup or mug we would like, sorted our order and was absolutely brilliant. The chairs are soft and comfortable and it's a big bright cafe with plenty of seating. Nothing was too much trouble. Food arrived quick and went even quicker. Again absolutely delicious. The only thing I would recommend to change is your sign outside... It needs to scream "I'm here come in" lol. It is easily missed which is such a shame. You deserve to be busy and thrive as you have done for I think the last 40 years. Well done to you all. If I could give 10...

Although it can be nerve-wracking entering this 1970s time-warp café for the first time (especially if you don't look local and of a certain age), don't be shy: it's clean, friendly, not too expensive. The food is excellent of its kind and satisfying in an old-fashioned way. I love the old black plastic menu board on the wall with push-on white lettering, rarely seen since my childhood. Come here for: pie and peas, perfect jacket potatoes, sandwiches, cakes, excellent fruit tart and a cup of tea. Don't come here for: coffee (unless you like weak instant coffee). Counter service, cash only. Expect a short queue at lunchtime, especially Saturdays.

Update Oct 2020. Now takes...

Woman that works there is horrible & rude, no customer service skills. I ordered a sandwich for my daughter who has learning disabilities and the woman then asked my daughter if she wants white or brown bread, then asked if she wants sliced bread or a bun, then she asked what sort of butter she want. I was mad because the woman was clearly mocking my daughter. After 40 minutes waiting for the food I started choking on my pie which turns out to have lots of pepper inside which was put there deliberately.

If you don't want to be discriminated and mocked for your disabilities then this is not the...