"Whixall Marina is a beautiful, quiet place. On the edge of a nature reserve, there are many lovely walks."
The cafe is in a beautiful and idyllic location with splendid views of the tranquil marina. The cafe offers a selection of drinks and snacks as well as full meals, on the day we visited the special dish was Hunters chicken. The staff were pleasant and cheerful but the service was a little chaotic and table clearing could be better organised, but I appreciate that it is still early days. If the weather is good then the outside seating is recommended as it provides the best views. All in all a pleasant place for a snack or light lunch.
We were disappointed by our welcome. It was 2.45 and asked if the kitchen could provide food. The reply was a firm no. We only required a sandwich. However, we settled for cake. The tea was made without teapot (dunked) and the coffee was just okay. The surrounding were clean, inviting and picturesque. The facilities were very clean. The menu did look value for money, but tea and coffee expensive for what it was. Overall this has potential to be an great stop off, but needs to be more welcoming and improve drink quality.
Have used the marina cafe many times since it opened,I have only praise for the staff and the quality of the food. Since it opened it is improving all the time food is cooked fresh for you so it takes a little longer but well worth waiting for,A selection of homemade cakes is a available try my favourite lemon drizzle cake all in all a big asset to the area and open 7 days a week keep up the good work
Had 2x quiche chips and salad from the specials board, the quich consisted of a warm rubbery consistency, no taste of cheese, roasted vegetables etc, the salad was 1 lettuce leaf with a single slice of tomato with perhaps a tiny little hint of red onion, some French fries and a spoonful of coleslaw , underwhelmed even at the price of £6.00 not very good, at all !
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This is a gem. The food is excellent as is the service. Wide choice on the menu with very competitive pricing. Everywhere is very clean. Will definitely return. This is a five star venue and is highly recommended.
Called in for breakfast with a friend. Lovely cappuccino coffee. Bacon baps with mushroom and soft white bread. Very tasty. The staff were very welcoming. Love the new decor inside
Went to the marina cafe today, had a lovely Sunday lunch, proper lamb joint not catering cuts. A big platefull. Very tasty. Will be going again. Needs better advertising though.
Lovely setting watching the swans on the frozen marina while we were in the warm cafe. Staff polite. Service quick. Food tasty and very good portions. Would recommend.
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This is a great place for day time meals. Very friendly welcoming the food has always been of a high standard. Good parking walking along the canal over Whixall Moss.
Whixall Marina is a beautiful, quiet place. On the edge of a nature reserve, there are many lovely walks.
