The Coffee Lounge - Lindley

With family members and friends I have used The Coffee Lounge several times, particularly because it is near to home and it is dog friendly, which means I can have my lovely rehomed greyhound with me. It has to be said, it is very popular, especially with ladies it seems and I have found it always very busy between 12:00 and 14:00 particularly and expectedly. My main criticism though is that although one can reserve a table for three diners and more, a reservation for just two diners cannot be made. If one is wanting to dine with a friend who may have driven a considerable distance, a prolonged wait for an available table can be quite irksome. At ground floor level there are only a limited numbers of tables and although upstairs there is a lot more accommodation, the stairs to that floor are steep and with high risers. Ascending isn’t too difficult but for the elderly and perhaps less mobile, I’m sure that has to be an issue. Indeed, it’s not a place suited to immobility. Similarly, if there is no spare table at ground floor level and one has a larger dog - aka a greyhound weighing in at 30kg - the stairs are likely to be a problem, especially when descending. Regarding service, food and atmosphere, I have always found each aspect satisfactory and the staff to be pleasant and accommodating. When the ground floor is full, however, it can be uncomfortably noisy because, to risk being accused of misogynistic discrimination, the noise levels of groups of ladies with their somewhat higher register voices, tends to rapidly increase to crescendo as they start to speak over each other. I have used the upstairs salon just the once and I don’t recall the noise level in that room being as much an issue as at ground floor level. The only other comments I will add is on more than one occasion I have had to draw attention to improperly washed tableware and one needs to specifically requests sugar for one’s tea or coffee as no sugar is proved at table as routine. Also, if a menu item has side salad one is asked if one wants that, the reason stated being to reduce food waste as some diners will leave it uneaten. A laudable policy perhaps, although that possibly slightly enhances the profitability? Perhaps in that case, side salad could be offered as an optional extra at a modest additional charge? All in all, satisfactory, but best if one can take a late lunch!

I'm liking this place more and more. It's very popular. Booking is probably a good idea to ensure that you're not disappointed. I'm still not convinced by the tvs on the walls. The staff are all very nice. The coffee is good. The prices are sensible. Chairs are comfortable. Possibly tables feel to be a bit close together.

Wow what can I say all the way from the Scottish Borders and found this dream of a coffee shop ! Food was top notch delicious had to go back twice to taste something else off their menu ! staff were super friendly , decor was Devine and can’t wait to come back again just a shame I have to go home ! Superb 👌

I came in here a few times now and on each occasion the food and service was outstanding. They have a wide range of amazing and tasty baked goods on display and they are just as delicious as they look. I had the chicken tikka wrap and it was bloody luvleh. Definitely would recommend and for sure will be coming back time after time 11/10

Great ambience and Decor #sold Tasty sandwiches.. They do a lovely Caramel Ice Latte and Cappuccino. Great cake selection and spotted a meringue 😋 I had a bacon and Tomato sandwich.. it was fab!!(I'm fussy with my Bacon butties I eat one everyda!☝🏾) The staff are simply very nice, polite, happy with their work kind of people. All adds to a friendly atmosphere and satisfying experience. I'd definitely recommend. 10/10 From Me and my friend 😊