Reviews Cambridge Cookery Bistro & Cafe

A truly fantastic place, with health-conscious and well-sourced products. Highly recommend.

Went there for lunch recently. I haven't had such an interesting meal out for a long time; a different variety of taste with every mouthful. Wonderful. Only one criticism but a common one - could do with some noise cushioning as with so many restaurants now - too many hard surfaces for noise to bounce off. Still loved the place

i organised a hen do at Cambridge cookery School and it was amazing! They were so professional, helpful and made the day very memorable even though they plied us with lots of booze Would highly recommend!!

Lovely atmosphere, nice that it is slightly tucked away, loved the decor and great, personal service, small details go a long way... definitely want to return here soon... especially as they have outdoor seating so will be lovely when it's warmer and the food looked delicious but didn't get to sample this time sadly!

Sophie and Orla really enjoyed the teens Mexican cookery class today . Great fun . thanks

Deliciosas tortas!! Encantadores quienes atienden la escuela: hospitalarios y con gran capacidad para hacerte sentir como en casa. En un ambiente precioso, lleno de luz y tranquilidad. Volveré!

Came here for the cooking course (Beginners' bread). Wonderful weekend experience! We made five different bread, hands-on and had a lot of fun. The instructor was very nice and helpful. Will come back to try the food!

Cute and quiet cafe with good breakfast and cake options. Coffee was nice and staff was friendly as well.

Phenomenally flavorful, creative dishes prepared and served by a warm, welcoming staff. A diversity of pastries, cakes, salads, and savory bites trickle out of the kitchen starting at 9am -- from berry rolls and orange carrot cake to omelette triangles and ham and cheese scones. The longer you stay, the more there is to try! Rotating Scandinavian- and Middle East-inspired bistro meals are listed on the blackboard daily, with options such as a Swedish breakfast fry-up, Turkish eggs, and sourdough breakfast sandwiches. Standouts include the subtle, pillowy cinnamon roll, melt-in-your-mouth brownie, and buttery croissant dough tart filled with zesty lemon curd. The space itself is beautiful, managing to be both warm and airy at the same time; it's clear how much attention to detail is paid, here, as candles and fresh cut flowers pepper the cafe, and artfully-plated dishes with pops of white powdered sugar or deep red balsamic sit behind the counter for you to feast your eyes upon. Most importantly: the lovely staff make you feel welcome from the moment you arrive. Teresa, in particular, is exceptionally warm and caring, remembering customers' regular orders, asking after friends, and going out of her way to make your stay as memorable as possible. Truly a must-visit! ---- Anyone interested in specific foods: Absolutely stupendous cinnamon roll. Not drenched in any sort of syrup or icing, but rather the pillowy dough is moistened with a buttery cinnamon swirl throughout. Pearl sugar topping provides a lovely crunch and burst of sweetness to an otherwise mellow cinnamon flavor. The pancakes come in a small, silver dollar sized stack of three. While the dough was quite dense, this allowed it to stand up well against the bold, sour acidity of a generous berry compote. Lightly vanilla'd ricotta mousse provided a luscious creaminess to balance the dish. Overall, I felt the pancakes lacked a more robust sweetness to counter the delicious, boldly sour compote -- perhaps some molasses-y brown sugar worked into the dough itself. Though I prefer my pancakes a bit lighter than the lovely dense rounds offered at the cafe, I still enjoyed them. And the fudge brownie! My heart be still. It was ultra moist and fudge-y -- melting in my mouth with the texture of a properly rich fudge, but with a crumbly, cracking top crust that perfectly offsets the melt in your mouth base. The croissant-base tart with lemon curd showcased the imagination and perfect pastry execution of the Cafe's chef. The crust maintained its buttery, chewy nature, cut perfectly by the sweet-sour of the creamy curd. A sprinkling of fresh blueberries on top provided a textural pop while adding a layer of sweetness. The coffee was of high quality and my flat white was quite well executed. I'd certainly stop by whenever I'm in the mood for a nice coffee!

Amazing food! Brunch here is a must- the Turkish eggs are my favourite. The fresh bakes never disappoint too. The cafe is small but you can usually get a table. The staff are lovely and friendly and are willing to accommodate to any need! There is seating outside in the summer. Overall, a great small cafe with a chilled vibe! Haven't been to one of the cooking classes yet but I would love to.

Had heard about this little gem, didn't disappoint. One of the top 5 for brunch, or just a coffee and croissant. Can't wait to return for Friday Tapas, or Saturday Bistro. Menu looks delicious. Love the decor. Well thought out.