What should I order at Brookside Café & Restaurant?
Brookside Café & Restaurant
Corned Beef Hash and Eggs
Mentioned multiple times as 'old school comfort food', very tasty, and enjoyable enough to make a reviewer feel '8 years old again'. It was highlighted for its great flavor and comforting qualities.
Apple Crumble and Custard
Described as one of the best by a reviewer, it stands out as a highly praised dessert option, noted for its excellent taste.
Caramel Shortbread
Recommended by a reviewer who enjoyed it enough to start eating before taking a picture. It was described as very nice and paired well with coffee.
Cream Tea and Cheese Scone Tea
Highly praised for being absolutely delicious with impeccable service and fantastic presentation, making it a must-try item.
Breakfast (general)
Several reviewers noted the breakfast as excellent, well-cooked, not greasy, with hot toast, and the best breakfast they've had in a long time.
Crayfish Salad
Mentioned as amazing by a reviewer who was impressed with both the food and service.
Coronation Chicken Sandwich
Noted for being a generous portion and delicious taste, it was enjoyed alongside a side and crisps.
Location details
Brookside Tea Gardens, 9 Station Rd, Newton Abbot, TQ13 9AW, GB
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | 9 AM to 4 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9 AM to 4 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM to 4 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM to 4 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM to 4 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM to 4 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM to 4 PM |
About Brookside Café & Restaurant
Brookside Café & Restaurant is in Newton Abbot, England, and is listed as a restaurant and breakfast restaurant. It serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and dessert, with coffee, tea, cakes, scones, and dishes like corned beef hash appearing often in reviews. Reviewers consistently praise the welcoming staff, quick service, and the quality of the food. Outdoor seating and dog friendly service are also mentioned frequently.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked questions
What is Brookside Café & Restaurant known for?
It is especially known for scones, cakes, and hearty breakfast plates, with corned beef hash also mentioned often. Reviewers repeatedly praise the welcoming staff, quick service, and the fact that the food arrives hot, plentiful, and well presented.
What dishes are most recommended at Brookside Café & Restaurant?
Reviewers highlight the breakfasts, corned beef hash and eggs, cream tea with a cheese scone, caramel shortbread, and the ploughman’s at lunch. Other specific mentions include the crayfish salad, cold meat platter, and roast meals, which helped the place stand out as a reliable all-day stop.
What is the atmosphere like at Brookside Café & Restaurant?
The atmosphere is described as casual and cozy, with both indoor and outdoor seating. It suits groups, tourists, and solo diners, and reviewers mention a friendly, relaxed feel that works well for a sit-down breakfast, coffee and cake, or a longer meal.
Is Brookside Café & Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is £10–20, and reviewers describe it as reasonably priced with strong value for money. Comments about generous portions, quick service, and well-presented food suggest you get a solid meal without a high-end bill.
When should you visit Brookside Café & Restaurant?
It can get very busy, especially at brunch and lunch, so reservations are recommended and several reviewers advise booking ahead. On sunny days the outdoor seating is a plus, while on rainy days it still draws people in for coffee, cake, and breakfast.
Is parking available at Brookside Café & Restaurant?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Brookside Café & Restaurant have vegetarian options?
Yes, Brookside Café & Restaurant offers vegetarian options.
Is Brookside Café & Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes, Brookside Café & Restaurant is good for kids.
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