Courtyard Cafe — Restaurant in St Albans

Really disagree with some of the reviews here that talk about this place as child friendly. Don't wish to personalize this, but the male owner has always been very surly to us (we live not far away). After several visits we decided not to go there any more, as he gave off an anti child vibe and kicked a dustpan and brush at us along the floor so we (two sets of parents) could 'clean up the mess' our kids had made (a few crumbs). I'd...

Came today as my mother in law is Celiac and googled where we could for in the area for gluten free cakes etc When we walked in and read the menu - we were blown away by the selection of lovely dishes and we decided to have tea and cake AFTER trying some savoury dishes! The food is superb - very lovingly prepared and presented. The staff are super friendly and attentative and the place has a fab buzz. We simply loved it and can't...

A great place to go for a quiet coffee or a bite to eat. Friendly staff and a good selection of food. Quality food means the prices are a little higher than I anticipated 0and portion sizes are lower than expected (two rashers of standard size /thickness bacon in a bacon buttie seemed a little sparse) but it is nice to go to an independent operator in a place which feels...