The Groundworks - Hitchin
The Groundworks
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The Groundworks is a neighbourhood café nestled in the heart of Hitchin, dedicated to serving specialty coffee and an eclectic brunch that truly stands out. Their mission is clear: to offer the best brunch you’ve ever had, crafted with care and inspired by seasonal ingredients from around the world. The menu evolves with the seasons, reflecting a diverse array of flavours designed to delight every palate. Coffee lovers will appreciate their collaboration with Allpress Espresso, a Dalston-based roaster committed to fair trade and sustainability, ensuring every cup is both ethically sourced and rich in quality. Adding to this, The Groundworks features a rotating monthly single-origin coffee from various UK suppliers, so there’s always something fresh to discover. Guests rave about the experience, noting the perfect cooking, beautiful presentation, and warm, attentive service that maintains a welcoming atmosphere, even during busy times. As one visitor put it, it’s a little slice of paradise that comes highly recommended. The café operates on a walk-in basis only and is open seven days a week, closing only on Christmas Day and Boxing Day. They cater thoughtfully to dietary needs with an allergen menu available on request, accommodating coeliac, dairy-free, and vegan diners with care, although the kitchen cannot guarantee a completely nut or gluten-free environment. For those loyal customers, The Groundworks offers a rewards system through Square, allowing you to earn points on every visit or takeaway coffee, redeemable for exciting perks. The café is card-only, accepting all major cards including American Express, and conveniently located near St Mary’s car park. Whether you’re in for a quick coffee or a leisurely brunch, The Groundworks promises a delightful, ethical, and flavourful experience every time.
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Had lunch here twice since it reopened and the food is just as good as it was. So pleased the staff are all wearing masks; it just shows they’re taking COVID seriously and makes patrons feel safer. Thank you
Staff did not even come to speak to us. We waited outside the door for a table with a couple infront of us. One lady came and moved the couple infront of us inside the little waiting area. The three of us stood there for another 5 10 minutes and not once did a staff member come up to us and say it will be a little wait sorry about that didn’t ask us why we were there or what we were after, nothing at all. I appreciate they have to social distance waiting customers and the cafe was full at the time, and staff were busy, that’s fine but not even a hello when we were waiting at the door? Waited 5 10 minutes like I said and with no staff member even making eye contact with decided we would be better off elsewhere. Won’t be coming back in a hurry.
Despite the pandemic restrictions they were running a speedy, friendly and efficient service. And the coffee was top notch artisan stuff none of yer Starbucks rubbish!
Groundworks cafe in Hitchin are absolutely awful,they increased the prices because of Covid19.+the size of the cups were smaller than average,and the female serving was so insincere and false.Dont go there,go to Simmons cafe 5mins away.SUNDAY 31/05/2020.
Enjoyed a fabulous Sunday breakfast in March. Quality of food was excellent although a tad pricey. You pay extra for things like baked beans. However it was very good and a really nice ambience to start the day. Will definitely return
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Blueberry & Coconut Chia Bowl£5 Spiced Teacakes£3 Masala Halloumi Roll£8 Groundworks Grilled Cheese£7 Roasted Carrot & Harissa Salad£8 Chicken & Avocado Club£8
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