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Overall Total Score
4 out of 5
Impressive | 3 reviews

What User likes about Backyard Cafe:
I visited this restaurant twice and both times I was impressed. The cheese plate was delicious and the asparagus, poached egg, and king mushroom brunch dish was outstanding. View all feedback. What User doesn't like about Backyard Cafe:
The cafe is located in a lovely extension to the museum replacing the earlier attempts that never seemed to quite connect with anything. The food is adequate for a tourist venue and the staff are friendly. Save wasted hours trying to ring ahead to reserve a table because the phone number you will find is the museum and they bureaucrats are unable to connect you to anything. The view on a sunny day is one of the best... View all feedback.

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4.2 ★ from 6 reviews

Had lovely coffee and cake during our visit. Every table has a lovely view over the lake. Well worth taking a break there.

This cafe does fabulous breakfasts, good value for money and staff very friendly. The setting is delightful too !

The cafe is located in a lovely extension to the museum replacing the earlier attempts that never seemed to quite connect with anything. The food is adequate fo...

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I visited this restaurant twice and both times I was impressed. The cheese plate was delicious and the asparagus, poached egg, and king mushroom brunch dish was...

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I stopped in for a very early breakfast before a full day of meetings and the food, coffee, and service were so comforting that it helped me get through the day...

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Tripadvisor
3.0 ★ from 1 reviews
Sue
18.08.2023 - 12:03

I went to this restaurant with my visiting family after a tiring but enjoyable trip to the museum. It's a great place to relax and is very kid-friendly. The ser...

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