Taste Cafe Bistro - Castlereagh

Rude staff here. My elderly Mum and I popped in for coffee just before 3 last Friday afternoon. At no point did any of the three members of staff inform us the cafe would be closing less than half an hour later. Instead they happily brought menus to the table. Mum ordered a scone, complete with (unnecessary) condiments and a cappuccino and I ordered a cappuccino. Luckily we didn’t order a meal as we would have had to inhale it! As my Mum hadn’t finished her scone, I left her there while I nipped out to pick up my son from school. When I got back, she said the attitude from the female member of staff had not been too nice, the implication being she had overstayed her welcome. Well what do they expect when they serve customers food? They have to eat it! When I then mentioned to a male member of staff (owner maybe?)that the fact they were closing was not mentioned to us at any stage and especially at the point of ordering, he argued with me and was really very unpleasant. Then he closed the door on me. The customer service leaves a lot to be desired here. They are very happy to take your money but then rush you out the door. First and last visit here.

Excellent for breakfast, brunch or lunch!Consistently good wholesome home cooked food, great value, in a lovely cosy environment. The service is exceptional and at busy times they keep you updated on how your order is coming along. Have been here several times, with friends and family, and am never disappointed.

I ate here on Tue 20th Sept 22, and had a small fry. The meal was served promptly and with a nice cup of coffee. Standard of presentation was good and it was all served on quality IKEA crockery. Not just your ordinary white plates here!. Decor was nice with a Wood and Stone theme going on. Service was quick and efficient. Food tasted good and was of a good standard. Points to consider! When putting beans in a Microwave they can become (and were) boiling and would take the skin off your mouth. Secondly Mushrooms are a delicate vegetable, best not to power boil then in Oil when serving with food. Suggest using a little milk, water and butter.

Oh my word, what a find this was. Definitely by far the best Ulster fry in belfast by a country mile. My wife had the breakfast burrito which she commented on being very fresh, tasty really filling, I had their “big fry” which was such a relief to find somewhere that can still cook a proper fry make it to a very high standard. The decor Leads itself away from the hustle bustle of the manic traffic business of daily life, you will literally feel your body unwind, as your greeted by the friendliest staff that Northern Ireland used to be associated with many moons ago. We just arrived before before the rush around 12:30pm you could literally see people relax away from the outside world, a very beautiful calming aura. Definitely recommend to anyone who enjoys a really peaceful place to eat, the portions are very generous. Think I’ve found my new favourite brunch venue. Thankyou to the lovely staff who welcomed us ensured are experience was one that would have us wanting looking forward to return.

Wow. We had a great experience here today could not fault it. The food was so tasty the staff were so friendly, helpful attentive. We will definitely be back.