Winnie's Café and Bar at room2 Southampton — Restaurant in Southampton

I arrived shortly after 4:30 pm intending to catch up on some laptop work. The café was virtually empty – just a couple and a lone customer at the bar. A few minutes after ordering my coffee, I was informed of a “no screens” policy in force from Friday to Sunday and asked to put my laptop away. I appreciate that each café must set its own rules, but this policy came as a surprise and was neither mentioned on your website nor noted on Google Maps, which feels rather misleading.

Given that I was the only person using a table, there were a number of gentler ways this could have been handled. The staff might have mentioned the policy before taking my order, allowed me to finish my drink, or – since the café was so quiet – simply overlooked the rule on this occasion. As it stands, I left feeling slightly unwelcome, and I suspect others might, too. A brief notice online or on the door would go a long way towards managing expectations and...

Winnie’s Café is such a gem! The welcoming atmosphere and friendly staff make every visit a delight, and I want to give a special shoutout to Teresa for her exceptional service—she always goes above and beyond to make sure everyone feels at home.

The menu is absolutely delicious! I highly recommend trying their breakfast options. Huevos Rancheros is absolutely delicious!! And if you’re bringing your furry friend, don’t miss out on Jude’s ice cream for pets—it’s Coco’s favorite! Coco loves coming here just as much as I do, especially with the tasty snacks they offer for pets.

Whether I’m here for a coffee break, a quiet spot to study, or just some quality time with family and Coco, Winnie’s Café is the perfect place. Thank you for creating such a...

Popped in to get a coffee. Sign said to 'wait here to be seated', so I waited. One of the wait staff walks past me to take some drinks to people in reception but doesn't acknowledge me. She walks back to the bar and still doesn't say anything. Then walks behind the bar and grabs the coffee pot and goes off to a table to fill someone's cup. She comes back to the bar and is then joined by another of the wait staff and they start chatting. Meanwhile, I've been standing there for a few minutes with not even a simple 'hello' or 'be with you in a sec'. So I end up leaving and head elsewhere for a better experience.

No idea if the coffee (or the food) is any good here, but I can say the service wasn't...