Garden Cafe in Colchester

I usually love Tiptree tea rooms, but this one let's the side down, regularly! Visited at the end of Feb on a Saturday afternoon at 2.10pm. Was ignored for ages so sat myself down where I pleased. I had observed that there were a few customers sat outside, as the weather was nice. When I eventually saw someone at the counter I went up to place my order. There didn't seem to be many staff, possibly 3, and they all appeared a bit frazzled. I asked if I could order a sandwich and was told 'no, only cakes and scones'. I accepted this as they had probably had a busy lunchtime, however an apology would have helped. But, I was astounded when the same person went to a table that had just arrived and took an order for hot food! Someone needs to organise this tearoom a little better, as they then told every successive customer there was no food at all, just drinks. As they don't close til 4pm, there must gave been a shortfall in the days takings. I can appreciate that they may have run short after a busy lunch, but with better stock ordering and understanding of their footfall patterns, they would have managed better.

A great place to have a breakfast or lunch. Very pleasant staff and good quality food. Although in the town centre it is still quiet in the garden. Best thing about it is the chance to buy Wilkin and Son preserves especially the ones that you don't tend to find in the supermarkets.

Art gallery is exceptional, but the food is not up to the same level. Portions were small, salad undressed and the kids pasta was inedible. Really overpriced too, such a shame.

Lovely setting and staff friendly, food ok but SO slow to serve and not up to the standard of other Tiptree tea rooms that I visit regularly.

First time in there the other day and liked it. Staff very helpful and welcoming. Wanted to know more about the history of the building but the gentleman with the knowledge was on his day off.

We was very pleased with our visit to the minories cafe the staff we're great it was very clean the food was excellent we had afternoon tea we would recommend it the whole experience was great try it and see

Quiet and well decorated. Food is delicious. Worth going. Will definitely go again.

Usually one of our favourite places to eat but today disappointed with the salad we had, tomato, not a whole one, mozzarella 3 small slices, Avocado,nor even half of one,no dressing or even a few herbs. Boring, Over priced. so so disappointed 😞 😞

Lovely location which adds a big plus. Staff and service is great and so is the drinks as well. A moment to relax - this is the perfect place.

One of my favourite Colchester cafés - nice bright indoor space, art on the walls, with small children's area with crayons etc. Outside has a lovely spacious garden. Very kid friendly, food is great, prices reasonable.