Best Cakes in Halstead

8 restaurant menus in Halstead, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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The Little Book Cafe
The Little Book Cafe
98/100 (2652 ratings)
Restaurants
Cafe
Cafe
British
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
British
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Toasts
'Bach' Toastie
Bacon Sandwich & Cappuccino
Bagels
Milkshake Cake
Welsh rarebit
Eggs Florentine
Sandwiches
Scone Strawberry Jam Clotted Cream
Bean Mushrooms Poached Egg on Toast
Cakes
Freakshake
Poached Eggs
Full english breakfast
Eggs Royale
Cake
Avocado toast
Pancake Breakfast
Soup
Gingerbread Latte Macchiato
Eggs Benedict
Pancakes
Pretzel
Grilled Cheese
Salad
Scones
Scrambled Eggs on English Muffin with Mushrooms
Sausage
Baked Beans Sausage with Poached Eggs
Coleslaw
Chicken Bacon and Avocado Bagel
Crisps
Pastrami and Swiss Cheese Bagel
Eggs Benedict
Baked Beans
Eggs Benedict & Pancakes
Café
Café
British
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Highchairs Available
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
American Express
Accepts Visa
Mastercard
Accepts American Express
Visa
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
"I was only able to get a takeaway as all tables booked 😭. I saw this cake 🍰 on the stand and I couldn’t help myself. It was worth every..."
Lima
"Lovely little cafe. Food was excellent. I had the avocado with mozzarella, and asked for a poached egg on top. Perfect..."
Erica Powell
"Visited here today. Staff kindly gave us a table even though they were pretty busy and we hadn't pre- booked. Food was excellent as were the hot..."
Georgia Walker
"This is the best. Lovely staff Lovely food and very dog friendly. So helpful lots of doggie treats and even dog blankets. Also excellent book..."
Chris Thurston
"Great to be able to visit this wonderful cafe again. Friendly staff with a very good selection of food. My choice of the vegetarian all day breakfast..."
Dean Last
"This is the best place to get breakfast in Halstead and does a superb breakfast for both vegetarians and non-vegetarians. The staff are always..."
Anthony Bonini
"Not many seats, highly recommended booking otherwise could be limited to only half an hour like we were. Very small premises, but lovely friendly..."
Chrissy Kerssen
"Amazing food, drinks and service. Very happy eating and drinking here. The food always tastes lovely and actually has decent flavours. Nothing comes..."
Naomi Cooper-Woodison
"Simple breakfast menu done very well. Waitress was very friendly and service was super quick. Good..."
Nate
"Really cute, quaint cafe located in the middle of Halstead. Great customer service, lovely atmosphere, and fantastic food. Definitely visit!! The..."
Tyler Johnson
Hume's Bakery
Hume's Bakery
96/100 (449 ratings)
Bakeries
Vegetarian Friendly
British
British
Vegetarian Friendly
Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Sandwiches
Birthday cake
Jam Doughnuts
Cake
Pastries
Cakes
Pies
Pie
Doughnut
Sit down
British
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Drinks
Cheap Eats
"I gave last minute notice and got the loveliest cake, thank you so much it was delicious..."
Emma James
"I ordered my sons 16th birthday cake from Humes and it looked and tasted fantastic - chocolate sponge with their favourite, Biscoff buttercream!..."
Jenny Wickenden
"I love this little bakery, excellent produce great staff all the girls are always cheerful. I highly recommend this bakers, I often go out of my way..."
Chris Butcher
"Absolutely great little bakery, have to get there early so that they don’t sell out of the best bits. The synthetic cream donuts are the best I..."
Chrissy Kerssen
"Good afternoon Judith, Thank you so much for the wonderful Cream Tea for Mother’s Day. What a selection! So unique to receive a tea that is for a..."
Claire Bickers
"Just want to thank you for our lovely anniversary cake. Looks too good to eat - but we did and the sponge was light and the lemon cream was lovely -..."
Lynda Guest
"If I wasn't of a diet I would be down there everyday. Fantastic selection, always fresh and the window presentation is always tempting. Personal..."
Craig Haywood
"All I can say is the bread is excellent, the pies are excellent and the cakes are excellent. And of course the service is also excellent. This shop..."
Peter Bell
"I love Humes as it provides high quality bread and cakes every visit. The staff are friendly and helpful and they worked throughout lockdown..."
Jane Love
"Best freshly baked bread for..."
Mark Heaton
"Friendly staff and good selection. Sausage rolls could be bigger but just means I had to buy 2 so not a..."
Ben Smith
"Picked up a birthday cake for 80 people on Saturday morning 15/7/17 looked great.!!! got some little iced cakes for the children at the party.!!!..."
Beverly Allen
"Master craftsman Bakers and every mouthful scrumptious. Been a favourite for many a long year always baked fresh. Love it and extremely helpful with..."
Caroline Starling
"Staff were OK not very warm welcome no friendly disabled access but I have to say that it's been the best carrot cake I've eaten in Essex and priced..."
Sarel Kitching
"Probably the best baker's around for staff and bread, cakes..."
Juliet Letham Clarke
"Great local bakery offering a wide variety of baked bread and pastries. Staff are friendly and..."
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The Hyacinth Tearoom
The Hyacinth Tearoom
92/100 (392 ratings)
Dessert
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
British
Cafe
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
British
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Lunch
Brunch
Sausage & Mash
Vegan Breakfast I'm not Vegan so Had Butter
Chocolate Orange Cheesecake
Roadt Beef Dinner
Bacon Brie and Cranberry Toastie
Cheesecake
Smoked Salmon Cream Cheese Sandwich
Chicken Bacon Mayo Sandwhich
Cream Tea and Victoria Sponge
Turkey Wrap Roast Dinner
Rolo Cheescake
Peach Melba Cake
Cakes
Paninis
english breakfast
Sandwiches
Afternoon tea
Latte
Caramel cake
Granola
British
Café
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Highchairs Available
Takeout
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
"Found this place after a drive in the country and been back again since, service is very good, I would advise to book as it does get busy, the..."
Simon Harrison
"Came with a couple of girlfriends for a late lunch. Soup and toasted sandwiches, soup was delicious leek and potato, my favourite, it was thick, hot..."
Pauline Knowles
"I visited The Hyacinth Tearoom today, with a friend, for lunch. The tearoom is so welcoming. We were greeted by friendly staff who were very..."
Liz Williamson
"Loved it! Such a cute space and a real village feel to it. Inside was so beautiful with a great selection of cakes 🍰. I took the Millionaires Cake..."
Ms Martin
"We visited after some painting with the kids and friends at the Essex Pottery Studio. We saw the Cafe / Tea room signs and to be honest wasn't..."
Andrew Cartwright
"I have eaten there several times and also the little one that was open Halstead, and I cannot fault it. The staff are lovely, the manager is friendly..."
Kala Dowsett
"Great food, freshly made. Cakes are delicious, plenty to choose from. Good value for money. We've been lucky to get a table each time we visit. But..."
Justine Howard
"Nice atmosphere in aged barn . Option to sit outside with your canine friends. Varied food options at fair prices. Their cakes are something..."
Andrew Little
"Lovely carrot and coffee I had here today and the staff made me most welcome..."
Cliff Verrall
"Popped in for Breakfast on Saturday. Lovely food and a really nice atmosphere. Wife had the veggie breakfast which I was actually quite jealous of..."
M A Walker
"I had my 40th birthday party here last night and I can not recommend it enough. Michelle and her team went above and beyond to make sure everything..."
Cassie Croton
"Found this little Gem today & wow what a lovely place !! Breakfast this morning was amazing. We will certainly be back for afternoon tea or lunch. ..."
Carolyn Randall
"A beautiful place to visit, the food and cakes are amazing. The staff were so helpful and friendly. Would definitely..."
Alison TURNBULL
"Great slection of cakes and tasty too! My daughter was chuffed that they had bubblegum ice cream. Highly..."
sam tyson
Buzy Beanz Bistro
Buzy Beanz Bistro
90/100 (1813 ratings)
Restaurants
British
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
British
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Cafe
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Lunch
Brunch
Salad
Brownie
Schnitzel
Cake
Quiche & Side Salad
Scones
Sausage
Sausage Rolls
Quiche
Cakes
Scampi
Salads
Sandwiches
Iced coffee
Sandwich platter
British
Café
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Highchairs Available
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Delivery
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Breakfast
Lunch
Brunch
Cheap Eats
"Really lovely place , clean and welcoming. really lovely meal and very reasonable prices. A really good menu with plenty of specials on offer too. If..."
Jane Armstrong
"Went along for a coffee and something to eat yummy & a plate full, & reasonably priced. Definitely will be..."
Dawn Moor
"Super food at a reasonable price. Many thanks..."
Jess Allen
"Go early , place justifiably gets V busy in the am's. Nice selection of meals from breakfast , brunch to lunch ... nicely prepared & tasty. Doorway..."
Thomas Conlon
"Absolutely gorgeous food. Staff are always friendly. I love this bistro & recommend it to everyone who visits Halstead. Don’t miss..."
Jean Jones
"Absolutely amazing place. Food was absolutely delicious, my diet & way of eating were catered for. Staff were extremely polite & friendly and I..."
Steve Stares
"Great food and service. Only down side is its very noisy.. however my 18month old granddaughter did not help that !! Definitely worth a visit!..."
Jackie Hawkins
"Have been in a few times, always a great breakfast & a warm..."
spikymonkey 48
"Review 25th June 2022 "Busy Beanz Bistro" So, wandering through Halstead we fancied a coffee and came upon Busy Beanz Bistro. However when we saw..."
Dave Hurr
"Staff are so lovely. Working their little socks off. There was a wait for food, but they were very honest in saying how long it would be. Could see..."
Kimberley Hopkins
"Live in boreham Chelmsford but decided to have a trip to halstead.for a bit of lunch myself and my partner popped into the cafe food was very good..."
howard pettitt
"Best all day breakfast in Halstead. Food excellent, everything so fresh and beautifully cooked. Staff very..."
Karin Richards
"Such a gorgeous little gem of a cafe. Salad was fresh and delicious, and breakfast huffer an absolute hit with my partner who was pandered to with..."
sholness85
Tarka's Cafe
Tarka's Cafe
89/100 (1582 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
British
Cafe
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
British
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Lunch
Breakfast
Apple Juice
Goats Cheese and Beetroot Salad
Poached Egg on Toast
Carrot Cake
Bacon Lettuce and Tomato Sandwich
Bacon Sandwich
Toasts
Cream Tea Scone Cream Jam
Veggie Breakfast Sandwich
Cakes
Breakfast Sandwich with Chips
Fish
Cake
Brownie
Buddha bowl
Scones
Full english breakfast
Sausage
Latte
Coleslaw
Margherita
Sausage Rolls
Avocado toast
Cappuccino Coffee
Fish goujons
Salami Pizza
babyccino
Salad
Fruit Scones
British
Café
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
"Have just been to Tarka's cafe for lunch with my sister. Lunch was amazing, we had the medium deli board, the best scotch egg we've ever eaten,..."
Sharon Morris
"What a stunning venue! The cafe and terrace have been finished to the highest standards. The menu is classy but won't break your purse, excellent..."
Amanda Anderson-Jones
"Visited today and had a delicious light lunch of toasted tomatoes and barley... yum! Lovely staff all very friendly and upbeat...good luck in your..."
Jenny Maley
"Just had our first visit. First impressions:- Greeted by a huge smile and greeting. Great menu choice. I’m not veggie but the halloumi breakfast..."
Sam Maxwell
"Delicious Mummy’s Brunch Tarka’s! I moved to this area from London 2 years ago and have been waiting for a place like this to enjoy healthy..."
Ann-Louise Salt
"We pop in for a spot of breakfast this morning on a recommendation .. lovely little place, friendly with excellent Service..."
Sammy Francis
"Just enjoyed a delicious lunch with friends A most relaxing and idyllic setting , super home cooked food and cakes and excellent coffee and..."
Julie Griffey
"Good quality and good value brunch. The staff were friendly, efficient and accomodating. I would highly recommend Tarka's Café and we look forward..."
David Ginn
"Lovely fresh, tasty lunch. Banoffee pie made fresh that morning at the Cookery school was delicious. House wine perfect. Loving setting sitting on..."
Paula Roberts
"Good food, friendly atmosphere Def..."
Andy Harling
"Great little cafe in an interesting collection of buildings. Reasonably priced with quick table service. Somewhat limited menu, but all done to a..."
Jonny Simmonds
"Came for morning coffee with friends, very friendly and welcoming staff. I'm a Coeliac and they had an excellent choice of cake. I had a brownie and..."
Marian Taylor
"Best brownie I've ever had! Really nice place. Dog friendly. There's plenty of space to park. The staff are very friendly. Lots of different cakes on..."
Maria Barina
"Friendly atmosphere when you walk in your greeted to your table of choice And it is table service which I found very nice who gave you menus to..."
LORRAINE JAMIESON
"Lovely setup, great staff & a wonderful location Highly..."
Justin Robinson
"Exceptionally friendly, with exceptionally tasty food. Big breakfast a feast of quality ingredients (sausages and bacon from butchers next door) and..."
hazheat
"Lovely cafe offering hot and cold food and drink. Surprised at how warm and friendly this little place is. Situated with antique shops and fresh food..."
Mark Connolly
"this is our usual place to go out for lunch break, can't fault them at all and the staff there is..."
Anna Wilczewska
"We've been here numerous times now and always had good food and service. We visited again at the weekend with some friends and their kids and all the..."
Danno
"Beautiful meal and good service. I was disappointed to be charged 50 pence for a pot of hot water, even after I’d ordered a tea and wanted the..."
Jamie Andersen
"Lunch at Tarka's was lovely. Food was so fresh and tasty. Service a bit slow but it was rather busy at lunch time. Good value for money in a lovely..."
Karin Richards
"Had the buddha bowl, was amazing. Double espresso also wonderful, so difficult to get a decent coffee in this country. Staff great, friendly, helpful..."
Dori
"We found Tarka’s café by pure coincidence. After a trip to Adventure Bike Shop, we planned to have lunch at Finchingfield, but on the way, we came..."
Riding Time
"Love this cafe! Always have great service and food is amazing..."
Georgia Townsend
"Great cafe, lots of choice and big..."
Lisa Fozard
"Loved it! Food was really lovely. Cafe environment with top notch food at good prices. Very friendly staff. Great farm shops on site..."
Kym Davies
"What a gem!great selection from what we saw being served and the huge scones are to die..."
Melissa Rand
"Really friendly staff, great food. Delicious..."
Marian Harrington
Meow Cat Cafe
Meow Cat Cafe
88/100 (100 ratings)
Quick Bites
Cafe
British
Drinks
Cake
Cakes
British
Café
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Digital Payments
Drinks
Cheap Eats
Greenstead Green Barn Cafe
Greenstead Green Barn Cafe
85/100 (383 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
British
Cafe
British
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Brunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Lunch
Salad
Cakes
Sandwiches
Beef
Café
Café
British
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Free Wifi
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Breakfast
Lunch
Drinks
Brunch
Mid-range
"Lots of space outside to park and has a small shop selling a few bits as well (including toys and groceries!) It's located in same barn as the..."
Andrew Cartwright
"Really helpful staff, plenty of parking and it's in a lovely cafe/restaurant. And no..."
Belinda Grant
Fox + Herb - Deli & Gourmet Food Emporium
Fox + Herb - Deli & Gourmet Food Emporium
84/100 (305 ratings)
Restaurants
Quick Bites
Cafe
Healthy
Italian
Italian
Healthy
Vegan Options
Cafe
Deli
Deli
Vegan Options
Breakfast
Baguette
Cakes
Pesto
Paninis
Sandwiches
Avocado on Toast
Sausage roll
Burger
Breakfast Muffin
Bowl of Soup Served with Toast and Butter
Filled Croissants
3nos Chicken Goujons
Pasta
Chips Fries
Bacon Toast
Chorizo Cheese Toastie
Toast
Burgers Served with Chips & Cabbage Crunch Salad
Waffle
Cornish Beef Pasty
Cereals Oats
All Day Breakfast Meal
Sourdough Panini Baguette Toasted Baguette Served with Crisps & Cabbage Crunch Salad
Speciality Croissant
Keto Bunless Sausage Egg Bacon Burger with Deli Mixed Beans and Feta Salad
Hot Meals in a Bowl with Tortilla
Toasts
Cake
Sausage
Café
Italian
Healthy
Deli
Seating
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Breakfast
Mid-range
"This cafe has changed its ethos. Now they do pre order by computer screen (like in McDonald's) so the cafe has lost some of its appeal for us. It..."
Karin Richards
"First time visit to this café. Spacious and comfortable inside. A couple of 2 seater tables on the outside. We had coffee with a scone and a savory..."
Dave Fox
"A great place to relax, it's an unhurried oasis with a wide variety of high quality food & beverages. Vegaterian options are available. A mix of..."
Thomas Conlon
"Lovely owners and staff. Food is delicious. I'll be bringing my nan here soon since it is Disabled friendly has a massive ramp for eveyone 2 accsses..."
Sophie Catlover
"Not sure why people have rated this so low but I have been here multiple times and the food is lovely, everyone is really nice and the only..."
iyana platt
"Fabulous place . Thank you to the wonderful young man that works there for the kind and compassionate way he interacted with my elderly mum who has..."
Deborah Lewis
"Excellent service and great food.. the cafe was very clean...with a great relaxing feel.. highly recommended .. there's a lovely children's area....."
Vanessa Clarke
"It seems popular, tables full of guests and a few mums with kids in the nice toy area. But I don't like the ordering app, which they expect you to..."
David
"Lovely food, lovely staff and dog friendly! What more could you..."
Sue Bowles
"This is a very clean and pleasant place to visit and a BIG bonus, as well as entertaining children it is also Dog friendly. Well..."
Annette Smith
"A unique experience, you never know what you’re going to get. Lovely food, and friendly..."
Katherine Wright
"Perfect for coffee and cake..."
Damian Pecak