Local Reviews
In May 2017, Bosslox said about The Secret Garden Cafe, Wine Bar & Restaurant
Friendly greeting, pleasant and helpful staff. We had starters, mains and desert and all of the dishes were delicious. I can recommend this restaurant to anyone who loves great food which in a reasonable price range.
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In May 2017, Glen S said about The Secret Garden Cafe, Wine Bar & Restaurant
What a fabulous surprise.
I believe the Secret Garden Restaurant has only been open some 6 months.This is a beautiful building, stylishly decorated and we were given a warm, friendly welcome.
The menu is fairly small but very interesting - I counted 2 vegetarian, 2 fish, 1 chicken and 1 meat main course.Nice choice of interesting wine.
Great presentation, excellent service and very reasonably priced. All the staff seemed really enthusiastic and keen to ensure we had a delightful evening.In one sentence I would say 'fine dining and great service'.
I believe the Secret Garden Restaurant has only been open some 6 months.This is a beautiful building, stylishly decorated and we were given a warm, friendly welcome.
The menu is fairly small but very interesting - I counted 2 vegetarian, 2 fish, 1 chicken and 1 meat main course.Nice choice of interesting wine.
Great presentation, excellent service and very reasonably priced. All the staff seemed really enthusiastic and keen to ensure we had a delightful evening.In one sentence I would say 'fine dining and great service'.
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In May 2017, Lindaadd said about The Secret Garden Cafe, Wine Bar & Restaurant
Decided to try the newly opened Secret Garden restaurant. We have visited the smaller Secret Garden for dinner and their wine tasting evenings and knew the food to be delicious
We were not disappointed.The staff were attentive and friendly. We had a relaxing, pre dinner drink in the tastefully decorated bar. As a non drinker, I believe mocktails are an option but these are not offered on the drinks menu
The menu is small but seasonal and I cannot believe you wouldn't find something to choose.I had the spring onion and asparagus tartlet to start and it was delicious. My husband chose fish soup. He isn't a Soup lover but wanted to try this and he loved it. He said he would definitely have this again.
I had crispy chicken thighs for main course. It was served with a salad, millet and date pilaf and a delicious garlic and citrus salsa that brought the chicken alive. I highly recommend this dish and would not hesitate to order it again. The pilaf would not be my first coice again. I might ask for a different choice of carb accompanyment as it was a little 'wet' and did not taste of muchMy husband chose the lamb. I did try it as we always taste each other's food choices, I was pleased I had not ordered it myself but my husband enjoyed it. He did say if we visited again, which we intend to do, he would prefer the chicken
Dessert, roasted rhubarb and vanilla ice cream was a seasonal delight and not too heavy after my meal. My husband thoroughly enjoyed his baked Alaska.Petit fours were nicest I've tried anywhere.
It is so lovely to have a restaurant with lovely food, in walking distance. We had a thoroughly enjoyable evening, at a reasonable price. We will definitely be back, thank you
We were not disappointed.The staff were attentive and friendly. We had a relaxing, pre dinner drink in the tastefully decorated bar. As a non drinker, I believe mocktails are an option but these are not offered on the drinks menu
The menu is small but seasonal and I cannot believe you wouldn't find something to choose.I had the spring onion and asparagus tartlet to start and it was delicious. My husband chose fish soup. He isn't a Soup lover but wanted to try this and he loved it. He said he would definitely have this again.
I had crispy chicken thighs for main course. It was served with a salad, millet and date pilaf and a delicious garlic and citrus salsa that brought the chicken alive. I highly recommend this dish and would not hesitate to order it again. The pilaf would not be my first coice again. I might ask for a different choice of carb accompanyment as it was a little 'wet' and did not taste of muchMy husband chose the lamb. I did try it as we always taste each other's food choices, I was pleased I had not ordered it myself but my husband enjoyed it. He did say if we visited again, which we intend to do, he would prefer the chicken
Dessert, roasted rhubarb and vanilla ice cream was a seasonal delight and not too heavy after my meal. My husband thoroughly enjoyed his baked Alaska.Petit fours were nicest I've tried anywhere.
It is so lovely to have a restaurant with lovely food, in walking distance. We had a thoroughly enjoyable evening, at a reasonable price. We will definitely be back, thank you
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In May 2017, Gill P said about The Secret Garden Cafe, Wine Bar & Restaurant
Having lunched and dined several times at the original Secret Garden (glad to say still open) we decided to have a family and friend's gathering for our wedding anniversary at the new wine bar and restaurant. It turned out to be a great evening, as expected. All ten of us left extremely impressed by the friendly and knowledgeable staff, all three various courses selected by most of us (including a gluten free starter) and the recommended wines. We have always considered the other Secret Garden first class and this new venture lived up to the same reputation. Highly recommended for diners who appreciate and enjoy great eating and drinking.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In May 2017, shashasha said about The Secret Garden Cafe, Wine Bar & Restaurant
Looking for somewhere different to try for a lunchtime treat with my friend. Very happy to discover the Secret Garden. Had the crayfish and avocado salad, delicious and as we had been so good we squeezed in a fruit scone with jam and cream in too ! Would definitely recommend coming, we will be returning 😍
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In May 2017, ChrissyPar17 said about The Secret Garden Cafe, Wine Bar & Restaurant
Two of us had lunch in the original Secret Garden cafe. The place was quiet when we arrived but soon filled up.
We ordered Tartiflet and smoked chicken salad. The salad was rather disappointing as the chicken was of the processed variety, and there seemed to be a lot of water in the bottom of the bowl. It was quite bland, with a few olives and thin slivers of cheese. My partner said his tartiflet was tasty - diced potatoes with bacon and Brie, but for French cuisine, no bread (or butter )was forthcoming.The house wine, at £7.95 for a large glass, seemed rather expensive.
The service was good, but we'd try elsewhere for lunch next time we're in the area.
We ordered Tartiflet and smoked chicken salad. The salad was rather disappointing as the chicken was of the processed variety, and there seemed to be a lot of water in the bottom of the bowl. It was quite bland, with a few olives and thin slivers of cheese. My partner said his tartiflet was tasty - diced potatoes with bacon and Brie, but for French cuisine, no bread (or butter )was forthcoming.The house wine, at £7.95 for a large glass, seemed rather expensive.
The service was good, but we'd try elsewhere for lunch next time we're in the area.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In May 2017, Simon K said about The Secret Garden Cafe, Wine Bar & Restaurant
We were staying in Sudbury for a couple of days and found The Secret Garden here on trip advisor and what a great recommendation, we went there on the first night to have a look and book a table for the following night plus have a drink, we ordered a bottle of wine which came to us decanted and served by the restaurant owner who was very polite and attentive.
We came back the following evening for our meal which was absolutely fantastic, our waiter was not only very professional but also charismatic. We would highly recommend this restaurant and can't wait to go back for another brilliant evening.
We came back the following evening for our meal which was absolutely fantastic, our waiter was not only very professional but also charismatic. We would highly recommend this restaurant and can't wait to go back for another brilliant evening.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In June 2017, denicep2014 said about The Secret Garden Cafe, Wine Bar & Restaurant
Fab service very friendly...fab cocktails....and the food was fantastic,definitely will be coming back loved it !!
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In June 2017, 777den777 said about The Secret Garden Cafe, Wine Bar & Restaurant
A group of 15 of us spent the most wonderful evening there, listening to the Bijoux Toots band. We had superb service, wonderful buffet, and the attention of the owner and all the staff was exemplary. We will definitely be returning (very soon!).
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In June 2017, samanthasQ6678XE said about The Secret Garden Cafe, Wine Bar & Restaurant
We popped into town with no dinner bookings and walked past The Secret Garden, which had only recently been opened. All I can say is WOW. We had a cocktail at the seating at the front then got taken through and had a three course meal. All the food was excellent and the service was top notch. Not somewhere to dine regularly due to the cost, however if for an occasion or something special it's ideal.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk