Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.6 out of 5
Outstanding | 702 reviews

What HitchinGannet doesn't like about Secret Garden Cafe:
Slap bang in the middle of Bideford, you might expect the 'secret garden ' to be a bit of back yard with a couple of outside tables, but not a bit of it. We were looking to eat outside and took a chance, and once we were ushered through the unappealing streetfront cafe we found a Tardis like open space at the back with plenty of space and great care taken with proper distancing other reviews have mentioned the brusqu... View all feedback. What User likes about Secret Garden Cafe:
A visit to Bideford is not complete without a stop at this restaurant. Located right in the city center, guests are greeted by a charming entrance and led to their table in a lovely secluded garden. The food and menu selection are top-notch, and the prices are very reasonable, making it a perfect spot for lunch. I will definitely be returning in the future. View all feedback.

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Gastroranking-it
3.8 ★ from 50 reviews
DawnDancer
23.07.2024 - 00:54

Visiting with a friend managed to sit outside in the lovely garden inbetween rain. Big portions very nice hot chocolate, watching the birds play was so nice

641sueb
23.07.2024 - 00:54

Waited outside at opening time while owner chatted to local tradesman. Family of four arrived and waited after me. They were then allowed in and seated, but on...

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lukej918382920
23.07.2024 - 00:54

The crab cakes were beautiful, and I enjoyed the sweet location and the staff were very helpful.. but I can’t help feeling slightly unsafe as staff do not wear...

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V3924MXandrewf
23.07.2024 - 00:54

Been here twice now over the last 5 weeks or so and both times for breakfast. I was really impressed by the ingredients used and it was cooked really well, I go...

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A9800BMamandab
23.07.2024 - 00:54

I read about this place on trip advisor and they exceeded my expectations Such a lovely setting beautiful wildlife friendly garden Felt very safe and lots of CO...

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Tripadvisor
4.5 ★ from 186 reviews
Emma
16.03.2024 - 10:06

My experience at the Secret Garden Cafe was disappointing. My daughter and I went in hoping for a nice lunch with a voucher we had been given, but encountered a...

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Rachel
16.03.2024 - 10:06

I can't speak to the quality of the food since we only stopped by for coffee. However, we were disappointed with the service. It took about 10 minutes for our o...

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silkpainter31
16.03.2024 - 10:06

Today, four of us went to this cafe for the second time, but we will not be returning for a third visit. The staff were unwelcoming during our first visit, but...

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Charlotte
16.03.2024 - 10:06

Would never recommend this place. Popped in for some tea. Please note no one told us it was table service, there are no signs to say it is table service and the...

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HTTraveller
16.03.2024 - 10:06

The first thing everyone is asked is Are you eating quite unwelcoming. The food was ok, the service was okish, bit disappointed to be honest.

Menu
5.0 ★ from 6 reviews

Fantastic family dinner. really delicious eating in a clean and friendly environment. many seasonal special drinks and eat. I had the best broccoli stilton supp...

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Have been in Devon and tried a few cream teas, this one was a cut above the rest, nice warm fruit scones,lovely jam and nice coffee, attention to service, don't...

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A wonderful find. The food was fantastic.. super tasty,fresh and great value for money. Awesome coffee too !! Very accommodating owne chef Will be back.. again...

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A visit to Bideford is not complete without a stop at this restaurant. Located right in the city center, guests are greeted by a charming entrance and led to th...

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Visited today during a trip to Bideford. This cafe is a charming and friendly spot with a beautiful garden out back. The service was excellent, and the staff we...

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Facebook
4.8 ★ from 98 reviews
Google
4.4 ★ from 116 reviews
Restaurantguru
4.5 ★ from 374 reviews
Gastroranking-uk
4.5 ★ from 173 reviews
Int Restaurants
4.8 ★ from 343 reviews

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