Claudius Gateway

Some disappointment

Food and drink fine. However, staff need to be aware that sarcastic remarks to fellow staff about a customer’s request and glancing upwards with raised eyebrows is quite rude. The fact that they thin...

Good, inexpensive food, pleasant staff, history

Two excellent freshly made bacon rolls with a tea and a coffee at a very reasonable price. Tea served ready-to-drink in mug, not in kit form as in so many places. Mature staff on duty when we visited...

Lovely café close to the castle

After visiting the Castle we had tea in this lovely small café. The place is well run and so friendly. The gentleman who served us was extremely helpful and showed us a back room that had a glass floo...

Historic experience

What a historic experience! Taking tea over the remains of an exposed Roman arcade was a unique event in my trip to Colchester. The café owner was most welcoming and emanated pride. A must for curious...

Hidden gem. Coffee, smoothies and history.

The owner (and his family) are wonderful hosts. Friendly, kind and knowledgeable. Being able to have coffee and cake over the 2000 year old ruins of the Temple of Claudius is something truly special....