The best restaurants in St Albans East of England

I visited Bean Central on a lovely sunny morning, so was able to take advantage of the south facing area outside the shop to sit and enjoy my coffee. The coffee was very good. There was a small selection of snacks and cookies available (for those, like me, who cannot resist a cake or cookie with a decent cup of tea or coffee). Bean Central is a tiny coffee bar in what used to part of Arif Gardner’s photographic studios (which still occupies most of the building). It was Arif who told me to give this coffee shop a try, but it took we a while to do so as Bean Central is only open on weekday mornings (and has even shorter opening hours during school holidays). Well recommend it you are passing (PS Arif is also a great photographer if you are ever in need of a professional photographer).

Fantastic breakfast can’t believe we had never been in here before COVID regulations in place feeling very safe. Staff very nice and patient nothing to much trouble cafe is extremely clean and hygiene regulations followed to a T,kitchen is very clean and you can clearly see the chef how clean he works and perfectly cooks everything to the correct temperature totally recommended this cafe can’t wait to go back.Looking forward to trying other dishes

A beautiful setting by the water on a sunny evening, 1st was the house red wine which was delicious followed by an amazing 3 courses, The organic beef short rib which was a delightful & one of the best starters I have ever tasted ( please make this a main course) I then went for the rump of lamb which was cooked to perfection & then finished with a knickerbocker glory! What a treat!!! Our waiter Daniel was excellent & very attentive & knowledgeable about the dishes he also kept our wine topped up, we will certainly return so we can sample more of this superb menu, thanks for making our Saturday evening a memorable one.

Cannot remember a better pizza - ever! Dough base perfect - just the right thickness, soft & yummy. All toppings tasty and fresh. We had Adam & his van at our office today - absolutely brilliant. Needs a restaurant - for sure. 10/10 and food gold star . Bravo and thank you so much

Really good food. PLACE NOW DOESN'T EXIST.

Lovely food, huge portion and super tasty. We went on a Thursday that currently has BYOB which we thought was great! Staff super helpful and attentive. Would highly recommend this hidden gem in St Albans!

Consistently excellent, authentic pizza, with friendly and helpful service.

Get coffee here 3-5 times a week. Superb product and great service. A wonderful local business.

A great find if you need some quality Italian ingredients, with some tasty premade items which make for a good lunch. Friendly staff and quality service, I'll be back if I'm in St. Albans again.

Lovely cafe, excellent food and brilliant staff. Very cosy!

Lovely place to have coffee and cake and friendly staff 😊

had my first coffee from here this morning!!! absoloutely amazing coffee and served by the loveliest lady! made my day!!!!!

Amazing food and service. Atmosphere here is also 10/10 great traditional decor and seating area. Only place I have been that does full traditional Bengali food Staff where very friendly would definitely recommended and will visit again for sure

First time I have been to Spice 85. Really lovely food and service is great. Jay is really friendly. Highly recommend.

We didn't eat but the service & quality of beer, what more can we say… Excellent!