The Secret Garden Cafe, Wine Bar & Restaurant
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This place never fails when it comes to lunch. The menu changes every time I visit and I throughly enjoy every meal.
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This was my first visit, booked lunch for my friend’s birthday and it was so lovely, the staff were very friendly and made us feel very welcome. Good choice from menu and specials board and food was delicious. Will definitely return.
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The Secret Garden is just a perfect restaurant…. We had a lunch midweek, totally impressed so returned the same weekend for the al a carte menu. Beautifully cooked meals, delicious wines, and the nicest staff. I would highly recommend this restaurant.
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We were staying in Lavenham and was recommended this restaurant due to power failure in Lavenham it was such a beautiful meal and the restaurant was beautifully furnished
It was a delight to have such a perfect meal and the hosts were delightful We will certainly be back
Thankyou for making our stay a wonderful time
It was a delight to have such a perfect meal and the hosts were delightful We will certainly be back
Thankyou for making our stay a wonderful time
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My friend and I decided to take a trip to Sudbury for lunch when we came upon this stunning place. The atmosphere was great and the service was outstanding.
We both the cheese platter and the meat platter and could not fault it.
We loved it so much we booked before leaving we rebooked for an evening out with out partners.
We both the cheese platter and the meat platter and could not fault it.
We loved it so much we booked before leaving we rebooked for an evening out with out partners.
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My husband and I were recommended to try here by friends
we have been three times now, each time the food was delicious, brilliant service and good value
we have been three times now, each time the food was delicious, brilliant service and good value
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A delight to visit. Friendly and professional staff. We enjoyed the set lunch which was delicious and excellent value. Beautifully cooked and presented. Hope to visit again soon.
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Beautiful quirky old building, very clean, nice choice of cakes, teas and coffee and helpful staff. Would be lovely in winter with the fire blazing,
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Beautiful setting with a warm courtyard out the back which was even warm enough to sit in in October. Very accommodating of 2 toddlers despite having the feel of a more adults only restaurant. The food was so tasty... French inspired and so authentic. Had a tartaflette which was full of brie and bacon, absolutely delicious. So many lovely looking options on the menu, it was hard to choose. Definitely be back again
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WELL, this was a our third visit and once again the Garden exceeded expectations. This time it was for breakfast - of homemade croissant filled with wonderful cheese and suffolk cured ham - utterly blissful.
Other than in France or Italy I have not had croissant this good. Light, buttery, crumbly perfection.. Filled with strong and juicy cheese(s - I reckon two or three varieties) and excellent ham.No surprise that we then gorged on an almond croissant which induced dreams of a particularly fine patisserie in Ambois on the Loire river.
The machiato coffees were as excellent as ever.Last visit was for lunch and exceptionally good it was.
And the building is an utter joy. The oldest bits are 15th century but the main structure looks 18th adjusted 17th century. It offers three entirely different dining areas - a front of house 'bistro;' a rear dining room and the most idyllic and of course eponymous garden, protected on all sides and overhead too with a continental style pair of 'sails' of prodigious size, total rain resistance but only about 60% solar protection to you remain dry, warmed and bright.I would very strongly recommend a detour to Sudbury and the Secret Garden.
They also have an interesting a la carte evening menu which we shall sample soon.
Other than in France or Italy I have not had croissant this good. Light, buttery, crumbly perfection.. Filled with strong and juicy cheese(s - I reckon two or three varieties) and excellent ham.No surprise that we then gorged on an almond croissant which induced dreams of a particularly fine patisserie in Ambois on the Loire river.
The machiato coffees were as excellent as ever.Last visit was for lunch and exceptionally good it was.
And the building is an utter joy. The oldest bits are 15th century but the main structure looks 18th adjusted 17th century. It offers three entirely different dining areas - a front of house 'bistro;' a rear dining room and the most idyllic and of course eponymous garden, protected on all sides and overhead too with a continental style pair of 'sails' of prodigious size, total rain resistance but only about 60% solar protection to you remain dry, warmed and bright.I would very strongly recommend a detour to Sudbury and the Secret Garden.
They also have an interesting a la carte evening menu which we shall sample soon.
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I am sure that there are other excellent eateries in Sudbury, but we have never managed to get past this gem. We visit Suffolk annually and since we found this restaurant, it is at the top of our list for lunch. Although the cafe, which sat beside the restaurant, has become a victim of the pandemic, we were delighted to find that we could still have a light lunch here. The actual (secret?) garden was a great place to sit on a warm, sunny day; both the canopy and the walls sheltered us from a lively breeze, making it a perfect setting for our delicious lunch. My husband chose the smoked chicken salad and I had the tartiflette. The french influence in the menu and cooking was what had initially drawn us here and it was done so well in both these dishes. Despite generous portions, we were determined to try the raspberry soufflé tartlet for a dessert and compromised by sharing one; this is most unusual for us and was purely because we were both quite full. As it happened, the soufflé was so light and refreshing that we could have managed a whole one each: we will know better next time!
The final delight was to find our favourite coffee on the menu: Monsoon Malabar is a bit of an unusual choice for a restaurant but it is what we drink at home as we really enjoy its slightly smoky flavour and lack of bitterness. Again, a generously sized cafetière was much appreciated. All told, probably the nicest lunch of our week away. Thank you to the talented chef and the lovely waiting staff.
The final delight was to find our favourite coffee on the menu: Monsoon Malabar is a bit of an unusual choice for a restaurant but it is what we drink at home as we really enjoy its slightly smoky flavour and lack of bitterness. Again, a generously sized cafetière was much appreciated. All told, probably the nicest lunch of our week away. Thank you to the talented chef and the lovely waiting staff.
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We both had three courses from the daily lunch menu. Blue cheese, walnut and chicory salad followed by wild boar sausages, mash and fine green beans with onion gravy and a mango desert with coconut sorbet and macaron. Lovely bottle of red chosen by Stephane. Always a favourite destination.
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On way home from a awful couple of days in Aldeburgh bit grumpy stopped in Sudbury for a quick bite. First place we walked past was The Secret Garden what a absolute treat and completely changed our trip. Beautiful premises and fantastic fresh French Bistro food , even the green salad that came with our lunches was dressed so well I saw my Dad eat greens for the first time in years . Quality House Rose served correctly chilled and delivered with excellent service, a beautiful fig and plum gateaux to finish. Everything from Breads is made in house and seasonal the specials board looked so tasty .
We were only disappointed we’d dropped in passing and didn’t give the menu the time it deserved, lovely staff and even a bowl of water for Bear . Next weekend away may we’ll be Sudbury to sample more of this French Bistro.
We were only disappointed we’d dropped in passing and didn’t give the menu the time it deserved, lovely staff and even a bowl of water for Bear . Next weekend away may we’ll be Sudbury to sample more of this French Bistro.
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Just got back from another visit to The Secret Garden
Love it here - best service in the area by miles. The food is lovely.
The staff are polite, attentive and really friendly.
Would highly recommend
Love it here - best service in the area by miles. The food is lovely.
The staff are polite, attentive and really friendly.
Would highly recommend
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We had a delicious dinner here, as we have previously and I would highly recommend the food and wine tasting evenings. I thoroughly enjoyed my evening with dear, close friends until the waitress, whi was knowledgeable, friendly and lovely shared that she had found me scary. I know it’s silly to be upset by this comment but I am afraid I was. We had had , I thought polite, friendly chat snd I had taken her sought and given recommendations snd been very pleased with the meal. I have no idea what I did to deserve the comment snd am not, at this moment in time, if a mind to go back
If you do go, enjoy your meal and definitely order the raspberry soufflè should it be on the menu
If you do go, enjoy your meal and definitely order the raspberry soufflè should it be on the menu
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Quaint and charming my first visit was not a disappointment. Excellent service and my tartiflette was delicious - I will definitely be back to try more on the menu.
If the weather is nice their outside terrace is wonderful but be sure to book.
If the weather is nice their outside terrace is wonderful but be sure to book.
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We had a brilliant meal here Saturday night. Great atmosphere, delicious food and really lovely people. Highly reccomend!
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It was a late booking & due to the decent weather, we opted for a table in the walled garden which was a lovely setting. The service was prompt but unrushed. All of the staff were very friendly & professional. The food choice and quality was excellent, 3 starters, 3 mains, 3 desserts and a choice of 'specials'. It's not the cheapest place to eat but was right for the experience that we had both with food quality & Service. Would highly recommend and maybe return again during our 5 night stay in Sudbury. Thank you very much 👍
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Stopped in for a light lunch and it was superb. Good service and the surroundings are amazing with a lovely old terrace. Its not the cheapest but I really enjoyed my lunch and I would recommend it.
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Most intimate, enjoyable dining experience -
Typically French, Tip Top, fresh & homemade
From delicious coffee and freshly baked cakes & fancies to the most surprisingly wonderful &
Delicious menu choices I never fail to want to come back alone, with friends/family especially
with my mother! Keeping doing what you do -
I LOVE it! Mary Felgate, Rowhedge, Essex
Typically French, Tip Top, fresh & homemade
From delicious coffee and freshly baked cakes & fancies to the most surprisingly wonderful &
Delicious menu choices I never fail to want to come back alone, with friends/family especially
with my mother! Keeping doing what you do -
I LOVE it! Mary Felgate, Rowhedge, Essex
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Had a late breakfast here in the lovely courtyard garden. Danish pastries baked on the premises were divine and best I have ever had! Staff were very friendly and attentive. Lunches looked delicious so we will be back!
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When so much has been shut down for so long how well do restaurants recover?
The Secret Garden has done well, good food, good service, good atmosphere and the feeling that all the staff are trying hard and doing well.
The Secret Garden has done well, good food, good service, good atmosphere and the feeling that all the staff are trying hard and doing well.
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This is the 3rd time me and my boyfriend have been here. Easily best service in Sudbury, the staff are really welcoming, polite, helpful and friendly.
Oh and the food is delicious!
Oh and the food is delicious!
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An excellent lunch at the Secret Garden. I was really impressed with the friendly and helpful service, and they dealt with my nut allergy with minimum fuss and with complete professionalism. The food was delicious, the environment felt clean and safe, and I couldn’t fault the service. Will definitely go there again.
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The reconfiguring of Buzzards Hall has given the restaurant a more relaxed feel and it felt almost normal to be eating out again. The food was delicious and the customer service was excellent. My husband particularly enjoyed his swordfish. If you just want coffee and cake the secluded garden at the rear of the restaurant is delightful. If you want lunch or dinner you must book ahead but no need otherwise.
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