Local Reviews
In March 2025, Phil G said about Quay Theatre
Great evening frtom start to finish. Lovely intimate theatre, really friendly staff; nice bar for pre show and interval drinks and a great standup session from Kevin Precious.
Thanks Quay theatre for exceding expections on every count.
Thanks Quay theatre for exceding expections on every count.
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In June 2025, Kathy M said about Quay Theatre
A family group of eight of us went to see The Little Shop of Horrors last night. Youngest nine and the oldest seventythree. We had a great evening. Lots of laughter. The cast was very talented and never missed a beat. All have good singing voices and gave great entertainment. Very professionally done including the sound effects and all other support. Costumes excellent too.
All round a great night out and on our doorstep.
All credit to the Quay theatre team. Thank you.
All round a great night out and on our doorstep.
All credit to the Quay theatre team. Thank you.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In September 2025, Bayfield321 said about Quay Theatre
I visited the Quay Theatre as a last minute spur of the moment thing, with 10 minutes to spare, to see PENNED UP. What a wonderful evening, the staff are so friendly, the bar welcoming and reasonable. but must of all the performance was engaging and truly enjoyable. Thank you!
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In April 2026, Helen M said about Quay Theatre
We went to see Siegfried by Wagner - live from the Royal Opera House. This was more than 5 hours and we went fully expecting we would have had enough by the end of the first (of three) act - we are both amateur musicians and keen on Wagner but not being in our first youth, thought we might not last.... However we were hooked by the end of the first act and stayed to the end, enjoying it more and more, particularly the wonderful orchestral music in the third act. The volunteer staff behind the bar and in the two in the auditorium were excellent - very friendly, kind and helpful. This in spite of the fact that the number of people in the auditorium was only 9 including themselves! Very disappointing for the Quay. Perhaps people will give Wagner another chance when the final episode of "The Ring" cycle is live streamed at the Quay.
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In May 2026, Karen V said about Quay Theatre
We had a very nice evening when I took my brother on 8th May. The staff were very helpful especially a lady called Debs, I think, as my brother who is disabled had had a fall on the way to the theatre and grazed his arm and leg. We were wearing lanyards declaring our roles and were very kindly showed seats bypassing the stairs. However, I have now been served with a parking violation resulting in a fine of £100 (£60 if I do not appeal or pay within 2 weeks). Apparently I failed to sign in my registration in the foyer allowing me to use the car park and as a blue badge holder, the disabled parking space. Please be aware of having to do this because even though I gave prior warning to the theatre about my brother's requirements, I did not know or see any notes asking me to sign in my car. I have not been to the Quay since before Covid so maybe this is a new procedure.
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In April 2024, QualityIsKing said about The Secret Garden Cafe, Wine Bar & Restaurant
I won’t repeat my previous review, but a second visit with my family today endorses how friendly, tasty and marvellous this place is. Despite being fully booked, we were afforded a table for my hungry children and ever-hungry wife. The food was very tasty and the welcome was extraordinarily amazing, thank you Secret Garden Team.
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In June 2024, sinorman said about The Secret Garden Cafe, Wine Bar & Restaurant
Having read previous reviews of the Secret garden my wife and I were keen to have a meal there.
The restaurant is in a 15th century building that has a great atmosphere. The staff were welcoming and knowledgeable.
My wife had the pea hummus and I had the lobster gyoza . The pea hummus was freshly made and very tasty . I was slightly disappointed with the gyoza in that the delicate lobster taste was lost to stronger tasting ingredients. For main course my wife ad a tatiflette that was beautifully cooked and I had the honey roast ham , new potatoes and greens together with a delicately flavoured whole grain mustard mayonnaise that brought the dish together. For desert I had the chocolate volcano that just oozed delicious liquid chocolate over the plate. My wife had a passion fruit sorbet which she loved. All the dishes were home made in the kitchen by the French chef . A delightful meal , reasonably priced making the perfect evening. We will return if ever in the area again.
The restaurant is in a 15th century building that has a great atmosphere. The staff were welcoming and knowledgeable.
My wife had the pea hummus and I had the lobster gyoza . The pea hummus was freshly made and very tasty . I was slightly disappointed with the gyoza in that the delicate lobster taste was lost to stronger tasting ingredients. For main course my wife ad a tatiflette that was beautifully cooked and I had the honey roast ham , new potatoes and greens together with a delicately flavoured whole grain mustard mayonnaise that brought the dish together. For desert I had the chocolate volcano that just oozed delicious liquid chocolate over the plate. My wife had a passion fruit sorbet which she loved. All the dishes were home made in the kitchen by the French chef . A delightful meal , reasonably priced making the perfect evening. We will return if ever in the area again.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In June 2024, Michaela M said about The Secret Garden Cafe, Wine Bar & Restaurant
So, whilst looking for a family friendly lunch whilst visiting another attraction in Sudbury - came upon The Secret Garden - how lucky were we! We went for a three generation family lunch - which is previous time and the staff were so friendly, professional and attentive. The food was fantastic and the ambience just superb. We had bacon and brie foccacia and the tartiflette (not eaten by the same person!). The restaurant is a very easy walk from the Kingfisher Leisure Centre car park - where you get 3 hours free parking too. We will be re-visiting and are looking forward to trying more of the menu. Thank you for making our precious family time so much more amazing today.
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In July 2024, Lucy C said about The Secret Garden Cafe, Wine Bar & Restaurant
We stopped here on our way back home to Essex from staying in Suffolk and The Secret Garden was such a lucky find as we didn't know Sudbury well. We were warmly welcomed and offered a table in the gorgeous garden. We were a little early for the lunch menu but that was not a problem at all. I had the vegetable focaccia which had such a generous range and helping of delicious roasted veggies, served with a crisp salad which was perfectly dressed. Their take on a classic croque Monsieur was also thoroughly enjoyed my husband and daughter. My son relished the goats cheese on sourdough. It was all just exceptionally tasty and beautifully presented. I will be back.
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In July 2024, Judy S said about The Secret Garden Cafe, Wine Bar & Restaurant
We love the Secret Garden! It takes over an hour from where we live but we go frequently for lunch as we meet friends who live about the same distance away in another direction. It is a real joy to be there. The food is delicious, the atmosphere excellent, and the staff are not only engaging and friendly, but very good at their jobs - noticing when you need something, for example and never minding how long we take to choose something as we are so busy catching up with our friends. The owners are always in evidence and very hands on and it is such a happy place that we we leave with huge smiles on our faces.
If we lived nearer we would be there even more often. Thank you Secret Garden!
If we lived nearer we would be there even more often. Thank you Secret Garden!
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk