Fillpots - Colchester

Coffee, Sandwiches, Coffee

Fillpots

★ 4.3 / 5 (8461 reviews)

Nestled within a charming garden center, this delightful café has quickly become a local favorite. Patrons rave about the extensive menu, featuring everything from breakfast to afternoon teas, complemented by excellent coffee and a vibrant atmosphere. The garden center itself boasts a variety of unique items, including plants, ornaments, and clothing, enhancing the overall experience. Diners appreciate the value offered, especially during summertime when the walled garden provides a tranquil retreat. Though some have encountered inconsistent food quality, the majority celebrate the café's welcoming vibe and friendly staff, making it a must-visit destination for both gardening enthusiasts and casual diners alike.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: César

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★ 4.3 / 5 from 8461 reviews

Was C McDougall at Fillpots a mag?
I didn't go shopping today, but I stopped by the café. It's a lovely, bright space with plenty of tables. I highly recommend the fruit scones! They also have a nice selection of Christmas decorations available. I plan to come back to check out the plants, which seem to have a good variety. View all feedback.

What Rob Plumb dislikes about Fillpots:
I regret to say that I was once again disappointed with my breakfast this morning. The bacon was far too crispy and broke into small pieces, the sausages were not the plain Coleman's as advertised on the menu, and the baked beans were only lukewarm. Honestly, I've had better breakfasts from Asda. It makes me wonder about the quality assurance in the kitchen; after all, you're only as good as what you serve on the pla... View all feedback.

Rob

14.12.2023

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

I regret to say that I was once again disappointed with my breakfast this morning. The bacon was far too crispy and broke into small pieces, the sausages were not the plain Coleman's as advertised on the menu, and the baked beans were only lukewarm. Honestly, I've had better breakfasts from Asda. It makes me wonder about the quality assurance in the kitchen; after all, you're only as good as what you serve on the plate. For a meal that costs over £20, there’s no excuse for such poor presentation.

Terry

14.12.2023

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

The garden center offers a wide variety of items, including the typical gardening products like plants and accessories. However, you can also discover clothing, ornaments, books, food, and sweets. It's a great place to find unique items that may be hard to come by locally. Additionally, there's a charming café that offers reasonably priced meals for the quality of the food served.

Adrian

14.12.2023

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

I have passed this garden centre so many times but never stopped, so I was surprised at the things on sale here ,and the cafe was great value with friendly staff. I will be going back and soon

César

08.03.2024

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Great place great people. Plants are always good and they are very helpful. Looking forward to seeing all the new plants come in for the up and coming...