"A great ‘hidden’ find. Tucked away down a narrow footpath but make the effort. Welcoming, great grub and a very decent pot of tea. All of..."
John C Brooker
"This place is a must on a visit to Durham.. Food to die for. Home made quiche, soup, scones, sandwiches, jacket potatoes and amazing cakes. Great..."
Ann McClurry
"We had lunch here yesterday, both had quiche it was wonderful so tasty. Would have loved to be able to sample once of the cakes but no room. We..."
Sandra Rorrison
"Quaint cafe tucked away from the main drag i.e. Market Square ... up a narrow alley ... good menu selection. Great service. Banoffee pie to die fir...."
Sharon Clayton
"It was amazing I had coffee and gluten free cake which was delicious. The staff where so welcoming and friendly could not do enough for you. We sat..."
Eileen Rolf
"Brilliant cafe, food amazing, the waitress let our three girls tie the seat pads to the outside chairs and rewarded them with a huge slice of..."
Dean Cox
"Great cafe with lovely food and lovely courtyard seating area, great staff too.best in Durham for me as a visitor..."
Suzanne Lees
"Had a fabulous catch up with a friend over tea and quiche suoer friendly staff lovely interior can’t rate it..."
Anne Davies
"Found this Lovely place tucked down side street in Durham and what a Gem it was!!! Great Fresh Home Made Food gorgeous Quiche. Lovely Friendly staff..."
Andrew Briggs
"Lovely atmosphere, incredibly fast service, and very nice staff. The banoffie pie was to die..."
Francesca Petrizzo
"Fast and efficient service, friendly staff and lovely premises. All home made food, looked, smelled and tasted delicious; gluten free options..."
Janice Betts
"Vennels is one of the best cafes in durham and we have loads ! Staff are always friendly food delicious and tea bread best ever would love the..."
Paula Michelle Davison
"The food is always fresh and delicious, friendly staff, excellent service however I do think they are getting a bit..."
Carol Barnes
"Amazing food lots of choice nothing is ever a bother to the staff who are all so friendly and real asset to the business. Cakes are the..."
Sonia March
"have used this cafe for approximately 50 years, great coffee & food. can remember days when you could enter through bookshop. forget the rest, try..."
Mic Morrison
"Everytime we visit Durham we like to eat at Vennels, delicious cakes and sandwiches, there's something for everyone's tastes, will definitely be..."
Fiona Hart
"I love Vennels Cafe, the staff are lovely, I had delicious tomato soup and a salad and took a portion of Banoffie pie home. Tremendous. X..."
Jan Norman
"Just discovered this place yesterday while supporting the launch of the Durham city 5k and 10k race. Very nice, hidden away and very friendly staff..."
Ian Moore
"Lovely little cafe that we've been going to for years now. One of the best places in Durham. There's a true homely and welcoming atmosphere, the..."
Roos James
"This cafe is just the very best you can get. Good food, good coffee, fab atmosphere and excellent friendly and efficient staff...."
Sean Lovegreen
"Superb, both food and staff, all home cooked and you could tell, it was delicious and the cafe was tucked away but what a find, highly..."
Angie Harris
"Excellent, I enjoyed a cup of tea and lemon cake. I also took a carry out for my supper which was..."
Carol Gallois
"I love this place. Especially the pavlova! (Although the portions are rather large (not complaining!) also excellent coffee! On my last visit I..."
Judith Edgoose
"Best cafe in the whole world, their carrot cake is my favourite. Very friendly staff too. I'm a regular that's for..."
Malcolm Ingram
"Lovely first visit friendly staff and pavlova to die..."
Angela Reed
"Great place for drink and..."
Malcolm Robertson
"Was amazing food was delicious and very clean and very durham its amazing when you go dwn them little old lanes will definitely be going..."
Valerie Stephenson
"I came across this lovely,cosy little cafe during a recent visit to Durham. It is tucked away down a quaint little alleyway just off the main..."
Sarah Stuttard
"What a fantastic find, could be easily missed as its located off of the main street but definitely recommend seeking out this cafe.
Staff are so..."
Flynn
"Amazing cake & great coffee! Quick and friendly service. Nice..."
Jix
"Don't be put off by the entrance/vennel. Nice wee hidden gem. Really busy place, fair amount of seating. Well worth the wait in the queue. Menu not..."
DENISE MACDONALD
"Lovely local cafe hidden up small alleyway with courtyard seating. Freshly made panini & quiches are excellent! All locally sourced..."
D Williams
"Loved it here 🙂 Had been recommended because it is dog friendly. We sat outside and queue for food was worth the wait - blankets on chairs were a..."
karen swanson
"The only place in County Durham I am giving a five star rating. This is my favourite haunt, if I'm in the city with time to spare I like to try and..."
V
"Decided to grab some lunch while in Durham today, saw a sign for this place and the little tunnelled access was just too much to resist.
The place..."
James kelso (James)
"Excellent little cafe tucked away. You access it via narrow alleyways, so it's easy to miss. Great bacon rolls, coffee very good, cakes look really..."
David Stocks
"The best jacket with Mediterranean veg and feta!
Best family and dog friendly café in Durham in my opinion.
Lovely atmosphere and always new items..."
Miranda
"Lovely quiet cafe just behind the main shopping streets of Durham. Large selection of cakes and savouries along with a good selection of hot and cold..."
Stephen Lister
"The food is delightful, I enjoy their full English. Pastry and coffee are nice. The real treat is the atmosphere, either inside or in their courtyard..."
Jared Sartin
"Nice spot to get a hot drink and a small bite. Cakes are homemade and do get snapped up rather quickly if you get to the cafe late in the..."
Jermaine Bernard
"What a wonderful find on our first visit to Durham since a school trip aged 10.Beautiful homemade food and a warm welcome awaits.The festive panini..."
sally carling
"What a lovely spot for a coffee and cake. The place was really charming, the stuff were super friendly & the courtyard was cosy. We didn't have cash..."
MelB Travel
"This is a must-visit restaurant in Durham for coffee, friendly cakes, and food. You may have to wait in line during busy dining hours, but it is a..."
natoyy natoyy
"Lovely breakfast with the family in the outdoor courtyard. Tasty food and great..."
Jenni Hardy
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