Totally brilliant place. When we were re-locating to the UK last year after 21 years in the US, finding a good school for our kids was one of the most important factors for us. We found a school not far from Stroud so after visiting it for the first time, on the recommendation of someone at the open day, we went into Stroud and ate at Star Anise. I immediately felt ‘Yes! This is all going to work out!’ We’ve been going regularly to Star for over 6 months now and it’s wonderful place to eat, not only for the fabulously inspired, healthy and tasty food but to people watch and meet like minded people. The coffee is also excellent there and the staff are always warm and welcoming. Totally recommend the vegan lasagne....the best I’ve ever tasted, vegan or otherwise. My kids love the fish and chips on Fridays.
Excellent food and coffee. The ambiance is great and the staff are so friendly. My son held his birthday party here and I was bowled over by how accommodating the staff were. It made for the perfect celebration. The breakfast we had a couple of days later was superb too.
Definitely on my 'go to' list the next time I visit Stroud.
Delicious, healthy and versatile menu (from miso soup to fish stew) with sourdough bread, super-indulgent yet healthy snacks and great coffee. Buzzy atmosphere, where Stroud cafe society hangs! Just downstairs from Biodynamic Association and Biodynamic Land Trust.
Thomas Callan De Brabant
+5
Very happy with my Smoked salmon & scrambled eggs, always though it was a coffee and cake cafe but the open kitchen was great to see, staff and food was very nice. Thank you �
This is truly a gem in the heart of stroud,,,great place to eat,,meet and have good coffee and conversation in a relaxed welcoming environment,,,keep up the good work x
A treasure of a fine and a lovely place to take a break and sample their fabulous organic foods and winderful cakes! Such a great cafe that is leaps ahead of all the cafes I have visited. Being fed up with the typical cafes and coffee houses I loved the uniqueness and the range of vegetarian foods available and such a welcoming atmosphere too.
Sit next to someone u do not know and enjoy the spontaneous conversation. Great atmosphere, great food
You guys are absolutely awesome! Great food, Great Tea, super service with a smile. Definitely one of the best places I have ever visited! Keep up the excellence! Much Love!!! :) :)
Always looking for good veggie places as we travel round in our motorhome ! Lovely atmosphere in Star Anise as well as great food. We both had the soup which was full of flavour. Will cetainly reurn.
Great food prepared by people who care about what they serve.
First visit today and had a yummy lunch. What a lovely place! Hope to come back again soon.
Went for noodle night last night. It was brilliant food. The kale tempura was amazing. I would deffo recommend.
Delicious food great service and in my opinion the best cafe in town!!!!
Great lunch. Such an unexpected find. Will definitely be coming back!!!
Always very good food and friendly service.
Eaten here twice recently and both times excellent food with exquisite taste! A local favourite!
Super food and very friendly. I've met lots of new people here.
Had a scrummy lunch here today when visiting Stroud. Shared a table outside with a local who recommended the Donburi bowl, great choice! Fresh, tasty, filling. Admittedly all the menu looked good.
Took a slice of Chocolate and avocado torte back home to have later too.
Lovably quirky place. It's small but so well laid out that it feels light and airy inside with nicely placed seating outside.
One of the best decaff coffees I've had; just the right combination of bitter and smooth. Beautifully presented at near perfect drinking temperature.
The vegan carrot cake was surprisingly spicy (in a good way).
Effective social distancing arrangements too.
What a lovely place.
You walk in and feel like you're at Glastonbury. Apart from the fact everything is clean
Delicious food, colourful people, great feeling.
Enjoyed a quick pit stop for essential coffees and bakes. A popular little spot with plenty going on.
I’d forgotten how delicious the food here is, and the colour … the depth to the food shines through so that actually it really is a treat you couldn’t make at home - the felafels spectacular and the colours - Wow
Fresh home cooked food in a cosy ambience. Friendly staff and good service. Choice of alternative milk for coffee and they were happy to adjust the menu for me.
Delicious spicy Chai latte with oat milk! They have lots of vegan options, we are definitely coming back to try some of their vegan food! Great and friendly staff.
I thought this place was fantastic. The food was incredible, fresh and tasty. It was a crowded Saturday lunchtime when we were there - a full eatery is always a good sign. I am even copying one of the dishes at home! Very very good.
Lovely food and a nice atmosphere. There is a fair bit of seating round the side, with high chairs if you need them.
Cyclist Friendly. GF friendly.
Food is excellent. Sweet potato beetroot hash brown with poached egg...Amazing.
Cycle rack outside in view of seating.
Warm and welcoming. Super friendly staff. Chatty and helpful.
Best cafe in Stroud.
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