Reviews

Overall Total Score
3 out of 5
Good | 98 reviews

What Clive S doesn't like about Sainsbury's Cafe:
Unlike Morrison`s who are very flexible and will serve up different combinations to suit ,Sainsbury`s aren`t the same.Wanted chips with Lasagne rather than the salad ,only to be told they could drop the salad ,but that I would have to pay full price for a portion of chips?So Sainsbury`s gain while I lose out. View all feedback.

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Gastroranking-it
2.2 ★ from 43 reviews
Panda
27.10.2024 - 05:00

Title says it all. Service, lack of, disgusted me. Asked for refund. Eventually got it. Never again. Rude staff. Rude shop. Macdonalds treat one better.

MrJim999
27.10.2024 - 05:00

We both had Christmas turkey roasts with mugs of teas. These were both faultless, sprouts not overcooked, perfect roasties. Waitress was friendly and whats more...

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Jayne
27.10.2024 - 05:00

Have eaten a few times here and its the best supermarket cafe. Staff always polite and helpful. Food cooked to order hot and fresh. Fish and chips, ham egg and...

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steve1962
27.10.2024 - 05:00

Staff looked bored and fed up tbh no rush in anything they did had cup of tea which is hard to muck up so all was good very clean and tables cleared

bitoffluff01
27.10.2024 - 05:00

The service is poor. The food doesn't taste all that great. Tried both breakfasts and meals but not liked much that I had. The cafe in Shirley is far better.

Located above a bustling Sainsbury's, the Portswood Cafe offers a blend of quality and convenience, serving hearty meals at wallet-friendly prices. While the menu features crowd-pleasers like fish and chips and a customizable breakfast, inconsistencies in service and food quality mar the experience. Frequent patrons appreciate the friendly staff and quick service but note cleanliness and preparation issues, such as overcooked items and long waits. Although lacking in cozy decor, the cafe remains a popular choice for shoppers seeking a simple meal. It’s an acceptable stop for casual dining, but patrons may wish to explore other nearby options.

Tripadvisor
3.0 ★ from 52 reviews
Roger
15.11.2023 - 12:22

Bar Staff untrained and unhelpful. The guy in the bar in the cafe spent his time complaining to anyone who would listen. He is clearly untrained and could not s...

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margaret11174
15.11.2023 - 12:22

You have to be very patient . The queues are terrible. Not enough staff on duty Complaining don’t help. But good coffee

845jadef
15.11.2023 - 12:22

The restaurant serves delicious food at reasonable prices, and the staff is genuinely friendly. I would recommend trying the fish and chips, salmon salad, mac a...

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Philip
15.11.2023 - 12:22

We ordered sweet potato chips with our hunters chicken. After a 30 minute wait our food appeared with ordinary chips. We were so hungry and short of time by the...

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GordonG442
15.11.2023 - 12:22

I have to use one of their electric buggies to do my shopping. I could easily get to the counter and the girls put my coffee on the table for me. Many thanks.

Gastroranking-uk
3.0 ★ from 46 reviews

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