Top Of The Green - St Albans

Having relocated we were in need of finding a new café/restaurant where we know that we will always be welcome, the food will always better than ok and the service always friendly. Top of the Green has met or exceeded all our requirements. I have enjoyed this eatery solo, with family, with friends and with business colleagues and never been disappointed. Dean Chris obviously enjoy being the hosts and they do that very well.

Today we had our first visit to this restaurant since it changed hands We were delighted with the friendly service, the attractive presentation of the food, the quality and taste of the food and overall dining experience. We will certainly be back. Good on you Dean

During our visit to the cafe, we noticed that there were very few customers. Upon our arrival, we were given two incomplete menus and no drinks menu. We waited for a long time, and eventually my dining companion had to go to the counter to place our order. Unfortunately, the staff displayed a lack of interest and enthusiasm, appearing fed up. The staff member who finally brought our lunch did not make eye contact with us. There was no senior member of staff overseeing operations, and the staff seemed bored. This is not the way to run a new business. The food was also disappointing. It is unfortunate that we could not find anything positive to say about this restaurant, as with proper management, it has the potential to succeed.

The restaurant has new management, new staff, and a new attitude. It is always crowded, but the food and coffee are excellent. This is my favorite cafe at St Ives Shopping Village.

The coffee is passable and the chocolate hazelnut slice was quite nice. Other than that I think it is your typical shopping center cafe.