Hope Cafe - Castlereagh

WHILE THE COVID 19 VIRUS IS AROUND I WOULD NOT USE THIS CAFE!! While the place was clean they were using cups from right beside the till everyone ordering food was breathing over them. I requested a cup from the side and highlighted the dangerous place the cups were in literally everyone ordering would talk over your cup! The staff ignored me just be careful everyone

Great location and could be an ideal place for a very pleasant lunch or coffee. I have, however, given up hoping that the food will improve. It is consistently bad. It is a great pity because under the right management, it could be a wonderful asset to have beside the park.

I come here quite frequently due the fact that the coffee shop is attached to the main library in the university. Service is poor, I’ve waited 30 min to be given a menu before, food is basic and rarely good, I’ve been served cold soup on a couple of occasions, the crockery has also been dirty when presented to the table more than once. The only reason I can see for this place still being in business is it’s locality and student clientele.

Nice place for a quick bite or for some coffee and tray bakes. Food is ok but good value of money. Service is friendly and swift.

My wife and I called in here for breakfast on our way to the Tropical Ravine. The place has waiting staff and is very well laid out. There are tables for couples, four people or even a bigger group. We both had the cooked breakfast and a tea for two for £5 each. The fry was adequate if a tad greasy but it did hit the spot. The staff were pleasant enough and service was very good. We would definitely be back to try something else.