October 2024 by C A
This place is cheap and has an old school British cafe vibe that?s so relaxed and pleasant compared to other, fancier places in town. I come here every week while waiting for an appointment, and I?ve got to know a few of the staff by sight and they?re just solid gold. The place is usually pretty busy, especially in the summer, but they just plow through the queue with cheerfulness and efficiency. I watched a young lady (who I haven?t seen much so maybe she?s new) explaining almost every item on the menu to a non-English speaking family, and as someone who works in tourism it was honestly a masterclass in patience and kindness. I couldn?t have done it better. There?s another particular member of staff who I?ve twice seen run out from behind the counter to carry a tray to a table for an older lady with a walking frame. The lady probably could have managed it, but she didn?t have to struggle because the lady anticipated her need and offered without being condescending. It was lovely. And then she apologised when she came back for making us wait for all of twelve seconds. Just fab staff all round, I can?t say enough nice things. I hope they read this.
Also whoever does the baking, 10/10. Had the best scone today.
July 2024 by Helen
Excellent food, coffee and service. Unfortunately got there too late to try out their pies (sold out - cruise ship in port) but the soup and sandwiches were excellent. Had a cappuccino and latte with a scone for morning tea. Two thumbs up ??
July 2024 by Marius Cucuveica
Good place to grab a bite at very competitive prices.
June 2024 by Jeff Sawyer
5-stars for the value and good food. Simple cafeteria style dining with great prices. They do sandwiches, burgers, and more. My wife had the tomato soup with was fresh and amazing. Hard to find great simple food at a great price, but this is the place!
June 2024 by Colin McCammon
Lovely people! Lovely food!
May 2024 by Laguz Elbedottir
I just have to give it 5 stars. Probably the most underrated food place in Kirkwall. Great soups and bread, chicken and sausage rolls. Very basic cafe but so spacious and inexpensive. Get a tray, go to the counter and tell them what you like. Skip the Real Food Café a couple of doors down, they are small, very busy (why, I cannot guess) and run out of foods quickly (I was over there just now - no more soup, no more quiches).
November 2023 by Carol Janes
Good value and well worth
November 2023 by Bob Parker
Very quick service,great atmosphere,Happy Staff,good food and
October 2023 by FlamingoFleming
Popped in for a hot drink and a snack. The menu had something for everyone. Pleasantly surprised at the quality of the food, the staff were nice and the food was served quickly. Not the fanciest decor, but I don?t eat decor. The prices were very reasonable. I would recommend.
September 2023 by Struan Robertson
Simple but tasty food, at very reasonable prices, served by friendly and helpful staff in a very impressive building. What's not to love?
September 2023 by Struan101
Simple but tasty food, at very reasonable prices, served by friendly and helpful staff in a very impressive building. What's not to love?
August 2023 by Scott Hempsall
We enjoyed some delicious soup with a great view of the cathedral.
August 2023 by Rooombiter
Had a gorgeous scone and coffee in the St Magnus Cafe. It?s in the community centre and doesn?t look anything from the outside but they had cream to go in my americano (couldn?t get it in Edinburgh trendy coffee places) :(? cakes are home made and super fast wifi. Lovely staff and people queuing out the door, definitely recommend!
July 2023 by Sam Harcus
Very convenient and helpful.
July 2023 by Harry Courtney
Typical tourist community cafe. Well staffed plenty of seating decent food selection. Good fir a cuppa and scone.
