Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.2 out of 5
Impressive | 414 reviews

What ero96 doesn't like about Chia Naturally Healthy:
I had the soup for lunch which was very tasty but it had FAR too many pumpkin seeds in it! Every spoonful felt like 20% soup and 80% pumpkin seeds! Would be good if they went easy on the pumpkin seeds next time also had some vegan chocolate cake which was delicious.Great to have a vegan cafe in Hitchin and glad it’s dog friendly too. Lovely decor inside, perfect spot for people watching. Friendly service though was a... View all feedback. What HitchinGannet likes about Chia Naturally Healthy:
I guess I fall well outside the target demographic as I'm not vegan, or young, and I'm a bloke, but on a sunny Sunday morning I was tempted to check out what has been done with this handsome and historic corner site just off Market Place, particularly after its previous short-lived incarnation as a waffle shop had so obviously failed to find a market. View all feedback.

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Gastroranking-it
4.2 ★ from 50 reviews
emmat
23.10.2024 - 06:55

This was my first trip to Hitchin and I was thoroughly impressed with the food from Chia cafe. I'm not a vegan but love a sugary treat for brunch and am always...

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robertsB9445DT
23.10.2024 - 06:55

Food was lovely. Staff very friendly but we felt invisible. Lunchtime service was very busy but we did not even receive an acknowledgement. Waiting ages to even...

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leanes2014
23.10.2024 - 06:55

What a lovely brunch I had here. Delicious blueberry pancakes that were amazing and I highly recommend. Also the coconut latte was really nice. Service was grea...

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GMarie28
23.10.2024 - 06:55

I have wanted to go to Chia for so long, and I am so glad I did! The food was to die for! The staff were so friendly, and the environment in the cafe was stunni...

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553clarec
23.10.2024 - 06:55

Had brunch here last Monday, I had the pancakes with a hazelnut crumb they were amazing wish I had taken a picture but they looked so good couldn’t wait to eat...

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Nestled near the historic Market Place, Chia has garnered attention for its vibrant plant-based menu and inviting atmosphere. While many patrons rave about the delicious food and friendly staff, several have noted inconsistencies in service and cleanliness. Reviews reflect experiences ranging from long wait times and inattentive service to less-than-pristine dining conditions, particularly during busy hours. Despite these hiccups, the café's aesthetic charm and commitment to wholesome offerings, like their popular beetroot latte, continue to attract a loyal following. Overall, Chia presents a promising culinary adventure, albeit with room for improvement in service and attention to detail.

Tripadvisor
4.0 ★ from 192 reviews
MollyhH
12.11.2023 - 06:22

Absolutely love going here for food, beautifully served, great healthy food and fast service. Would definitely recommend.

Charlotte
12.11.2023 - 06:22

This is a fantastic vegan spot that will certainly have food you enjoy whether you follow the plant based diet or not. I regularly enjoy the meals on offer at c...

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JulieJellyBeanPoo
12.11.2023 - 06:22

I have been visiting Chia since they opened on the other side of the churchyard. It’s a fantastic business despite being a bit pricy, but as everything is plant...

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Fi
12.11.2023 - 06:22

This is the first time I have visited and I will be back. I had a brunch with a friend she had the cheesy melt and I had the mushroom melt. Both were delicious...

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549zenr
12.11.2023 - 06:22

I popped in today to grab a late lunch at 2.30. There were no clean tables and the staff were more interested in taking photos of food. I had to sit at a table...

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Menu
5.0 ★ from 2 reviews
Erin
28.02.2022 - 15:59

Have visited this lovely stylish ambient little cafe several times and never disappointed. Good leafy location in the town centre, opposite entrance to St Mary’...

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Alison
28.02.2022 - 15:59

Came here for the first time today with my mum and sister. I'm gf and df so this was a great choice. Plenty of choice on the menu. I had banana vanilla pancakes...

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Gastroranking-uk
4.0 ★ from 170 reviews

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