Marsek’s Coffee House Cowes

Reviews

1. Jessica White ★★☆☆☆

   We stopped in for a quick family lunch and were unfortunately disappointed. The food was fine but very average — our paninis and our daughter’s toastie were all quite plain and nothing memorable. The biggest issue was the children’s hot chocolate. I tasted it first to check the temperature and it scalded my mouth. Serving a drink that hot for a three-year-old felt genuinely dangerous. Service was also unfriendly. The older blonde woman made it clear she wasn’t happy about us bringing in a small travel stroller, despite the café being quiet with plenty of space and no walkways blocked. It immediately made us feel unwelcome. I also noticed the same staff member coughing into her hand and then preparing food at the counter without washing or sanitising. This raised real concerns about basic hygiene standards. What should have been a simple, easy lunch left a bad taste. We regretted spending roughly £35–£40 and wouldn’t return. There are plenty of cafés nearby with friendlier service, better food, and stronger attention to safety and hygiene

   almost 8 months ago
2. L C ★★★★★

   Just stopped in for a cuppa and bacon sausage baguette. Very kind and welcoming staff, tea was on the table within minutes and the baguette wasn't too far behind. Very tasty and for Cowes a good price not too expensive. Will be back again.

   1 year ago
3. Ju ★★★★★

   Popped in for a superb cream tea and slice of chocolate cake, milkshakes were also very nice, service was very good too. Could do with a bit of background music. All in all well worth a visit..

   almost 2 years ago

1. Joyce Johnson ★★★★★

   A welcoming cafe with sweet and savoury options covering various dietary requirements. The owner kindly reserved a table for me for coffee and cake with a friend on a future date at a specific table with a comfy chair that suits my wonky back. Will return.

   almost 3 years ago
2. Allison Tully ★★★★★

   My husband and I were in town for a wedding and went here daily for the amazing coffee, delicious food, and lovely hospitality. Each time we walked it, we were greeted with a lovely, "hello!" and our order was always remembered. We had the biggest laugh when one of the proprietors warned my husband that, although delicious, he wasn't likely to finish two of the sausage rolls...he took the bet...and lost, with the proprietor walking by and, in passing, "to-go bag, eh?" Whether you're a local, national, or tourist, you're treated like family here. The coffee and food are top notch (do NOT miss the scones and clotted cream!) and we surely hope to be back here soon when travel takes us next!

   almost 3 years ago
3. Barry Jones ★★★★★

   A beautiful little coffee house. Clean, bright, loverly food. The staff were wonderful, kind, friendly, nothing was too much trouble. The toilets were bright, spotless and of a decent size. What else could you ask for?

   almost 3 years ago

1. Laura Jones ★★★☆☆

   The place is well located, tidy little coffee shop with lovely outside area. Good choice of cakes and the fruit scones are lovely. The tea bags are quite strong tasting, quite irony and bitter. I would prefere to put my own jam and cream on my scone but they do provide plenty. The main thing that let this place down is the woman who served us. She ignore us twice when we asked about the cakes and then when she finally noticed us she was condescending and rude. The two young girls seemed very pleasant. After she left a gentleman arrived who had excellent customer service, very chatty and polite to the new customers. There wasn't anything wrong with the cakes, but all in all I wouldn't bother again as there are plenty of other eateries in cowes.

   almost 3 years ago

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