Local Reviews
In August 2016, johnssi2016 said about The Secret Garden Cafe, Wine Bar & Restaurant
The staff were very friendly and attentive and clearly genuinely keen to please. Sadly our food was not very special. The vegitarian aubergine fricasse resembled a can of sweetcorn with the tiniest slice of aubergine - OK we chose not to have the quail's eggs but this was extremely unimaginative and left us hungry. The lamb was wonderful and the sword fish tasty although not very filling. We appreciated the discount and the staff were genuinely concerned when we provided that feedback. We have heard so many good reviews from friends that we were rather surprised.
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In August 2016, davidpZ4152BO said about The Secret Garden Cafe, Wine Bar & Restaurant
This was our first visit to The Secret Garden cafe and we and our dog were made more than welcome. We chose from the 'specials' board and were impressed with the simple, flavoursome food and the great choice of red wine. We shall not hesitate to return again.
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In August 2016, 369jojo said about The Secret Garden Cafe, Wine Bar & Restaurant
Went for lunch with friends and had a delicious meal.ordered what I thought might be a small plain choice (grilled goats cheese on ciabatta),it came out as a full plate with a large piece of bread with lots of cheese and a dressed salad.very filling,so full of flavour and completely delicious! Would highly recommend+++
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In September 2016, parisienne61 said about The Secret Garden Cafe, Wine Bar & Restaurant
Chose this based on Trip Advisor reviews as we were visitors to Sudbury; very pleased that we did. We have since read more of the reviews and have to go with the positive ones. Our lunch was delicious, the goat's cheese melted on home made bread with very good dressing on the accompanying salad leaves and the smoked bacon and brie on focaccia. Lemon meringue pie followed, with a wonderful thin, light pastry. My favourite coffee ( monsoon malabar, not often found) and a good choice of cold drinks made this a great lunch after an equally good visit to Gainsborough's House.
We would thoroughly recommend especially as, surprisingly for a Saturday lunchtime, it was not overly busy. If there was any criticism, it would be that the very pleasant waitresses needed to keep just a bit more of an eye on their customers' progress but we enjoyed it nonetheless and the French influence was both apparent and much appreciated.
We would thoroughly recommend especially as, surprisingly for a Saturday lunchtime, it was not overly busy. If there was any criticism, it would be that the very pleasant waitresses needed to keep just a bit more of an eye on their customers' progress but we enjoyed it nonetheless and the French influence was both apparent and much appreciated.
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In September 2016, Chesswidow said about The Secret Garden Cafe, Wine Bar & Restaurant
We went for lunch at the Secret Garden as June had got her art-glasswork on display there.We had tartiflette with a side salad. Both were excellent and i would certainly choose that again. i also had a pot of tea made with loose tea which is unusual nowadays plus extra hot water in a jug, also really nice.
It was very busy and we were lucky to get a table for four....next time we will book a table.
It was very busy and we were lucky to get a table for four....next time we will book a table.
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In September 2016, 261janiem said about The Secret Garden Cafe, Wine Bar & Restaurant
Ate lunch here with my partners' mother and we had a very tasty light lunch. Service was excellent as was the food and ambiance. Highly recommend.
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In September 2016, peggychopper said about The Secret Garden Cafe, Wine Bar & Restaurant
The seating is in two areas of the property, not grand, but pleasantly rustic. Lovely inglenook with stove on one wall. Stove is lit during cold weather which helps create a very comfortable ambiece in the front sitting area.
I was only there, meeting a friend, for coffee. We sat by the fire chatting for over an hour and were not bothered by the waitresses, nor were we made to feel that perhaps we should leave and free space up for other patrons who wanted to order food.
I was only there, meeting a friend, for coffee. We sat by the fire chatting for over an hour and were not bothered by the waitresses, nor were we made to feel that perhaps we should leave and free space up for other patrons who wanted to order food.
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In October 2016, Atomic188 said about The Secret Garden Cafe, Wine Bar & Restaurant
Various visits as its in our nearest town. Always warm and pleasant greetings with a French flavoured menu. There actually is a secret garden out the back where we have been able to take ourselves with our 2 little dogs on a sunny day and eat such as almond croissant and coffee or more substantial meals which we have always hugely enjoyed.
Attended an evening wine tasting......glad we booked a taxi home! Great evening, knowledgeable and entertaining hosts!
Attended an evening wine tasting......glad we booked a taxi home! Great evening, knowledgeable and entertaining hosts!
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In November 2016, Anne-Marie K said about The Secret Garden Cafe, Wine Bar & Restaurant
Lunch yesterday at the new venue 2 doors away from the well known old Secret Garden restaurant/tearoom. We were welcome by Alexis, front of house, who guided us to the downstairs restaurant . The owners have chosen to keep the decor in character with the beautiful listed building : it is classy but welcoming with the superb old beams giving a warm atmosphere to the place. The blend of friendly Suffolk tradition and delicious French cooking at its best! We particularly enjoyed a tasty dish of roasted wild boar with parsnip puree and wild mushroom. We look forward to go back to try the wine bar where one can enjoy a glass of wine with a platter of charcuterie or cheese.
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In November 2016, sallyglenturner said about The Secret Garden Cafe, Wine Bar & Restaurant
The cafe is a delight, but the new restaurant is sublime. The food is delicious, coupled with fabulous and friendly service, gorgeous wines that compliment and a relaxed and stylish venue all help to make the dining experience second to none. I definately recommend it ☺
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