Reviews

Overall Total Score
4 out of 5
Impressive | 1873 reviews

What BobStamford doesn't like about Dakins:
This place has above average food and below average speed of service. When calling for lunch do not expect to get your food quickly or even in reasonable time. The staff are pleasant enough and the food is freshly cooked but it just takes too long View all feedback. What janmball1 likes about Dakins:
For those with a sweet tooth, there are several dessert options to choose from. I have taken family members of various ages, from 10 to 92, and everyone has enjoyed their meal and expressed a desire to return. Just be aware that this restaurant is very popular for Sunday lunch and can get quite busy. However, there is ample seating and the queues usually move quickly. After your meal, you can take a walk around the g... View all feedback.

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Tripadvisor
3.5 ★ from 19 reviews
janmball1
20.12.2023 - 23:47

For those with a sweet tooth, there are several dessert options to choose from. I have taken family members of various ages, from 10 to 92, and everyone has enj...

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602LisaW
20.12.2023 - 23:47

I have tried several times to like this restaurant as much as I love the garden center but sadly no. Too long queuing, too long waiting fir order. One of the ti...

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Yvonne
20.12.2023 - 23:47

We have just had a lovely cooked breakfast. Food was very tasty and staff were very friendly and helpful. When a staff member realised she had only given my hus...

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Martyn
20.12.2023 - 23:47

Another stop off for the best breakfast in the area. I cannot understand some reviewers comments about slow/wrong/cold food. We have visited here lots of times...

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john
20.12.2023 - 23:47

We have visited this restaurant for lunch several times and are consistently annoyed by the amount of time it takes to place our order. The cashier is responsib...

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Nestled within a charming garden center, this restaurant offers delightful food, particularly known for its breakfast and carvery options. Diners frequently rave about the extensive dessert selection and generous portions, appealing to family members of all ages. However, patrons often express frustration with the slow service, particularly during busy periods, pointing to a single staff member managing multiple duties as a bottleneck. Despite the service issues, the warm atmosphere, knowledgeable staff, and the option for outdoor dining enhance the overall experience. A visit here promises a satisfying meal, ideally followed by a leisurely stroll through the garden center.

Menu
4.6 ★ from 6 reviews
Kyle
11.12.2022 - 18:15

A really nice garden center in easy to find location. as everything they need for their garden or outdoor needs. has an extensive range of plants in well-design...

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Natasha
11.12.2022 - 18:15

Only returned from afternoon tea in the roxton garden centre with some very dear friends. great value for money, sandwiches, to fit everyone, skorn, marmeladecr...

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Joséphine
11.12.2022 - 18:15

Went in for lunch and a look around. The carvery is excellent as it was very tasty and filling. Theres also a very big selection of plants and lots of interesti...

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Patricia
11.12.2022 - 18:15

Large garden centre, reasonably priced. Have all garden supplies and a great selection of plants. Indoor and outdoor café . Some lovely water features.

Deon
11.12.2022 - 18:15

Great small space has attached a builder store. the caffe is good with a carvery only on Wednesday and Sunday. dogs welcome but not within the caffe in summer t...

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Facebook
4.7 ★ from 96 reviews
Foursquare
3.2 ★ from 15 reviews
Google
4.2 ★ from 1 reviews
Restaurantguru
4.3 ★ from 1 reviews
Gastroranking-uk
3.5 ★ from 19 reviews
Int Restaurants
4.0 ★ from 1835 reviews

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