Reviews of Birkinshaw's tea room, coffee house, restaurant and catering (Coffee Shop)

Matthew Scheffel

Had a delightful afternoon tea with more delicious food than we could eat. Their home made lemon curd (for sale in jars) is very good. Every item was worthy of a dedicated visit.

Farzïn Faridfar

Friendly and kind staff with delicious lunch, I had a very succulent Creole! We were entertained by the owner who was filled with authentic British charm!

Anthony Pucci

Spectacular food paired with service of a genuine man who takes a lot of passion in his craft. Do not pass up your opportunity to try the goods on offer.

Adrian Hoffe

What a treat! We had very high expectations and Birkinshaw's went above and beyond. We thoroughly enjoyed the Lady Clara Afternoon Tea. It was beautifully presented and every bite was flavourful and carefully crafted. It is a full meal and some of us were not able to finish so you won't be hungry! Take out boxes were available. Adrian, our host, was charming and attentive and extremely knowledgeable. He turned our tea service into an experience. We loved the stories about his family and the history of Afternoon tea. Wonderful service overall and we can't wait to go back. Definitely worth the trip!

Alison Lair

Delicious and authentic British food.

Jeff McKinney

A truly authentic British tea house. The host is so hospitable. We enjoyed every minute of our time here.

Paul Ralph

Fantastic tuna melt, good korma, good milkshakes. Not much tea selection for a tea room, but it was only open for take out when we were there and the selection might be better for dine in.

Linda Berry

What a lovely treasure. Stopped for a tea break and met the proprietor. Enjoyed the food and friendly service.

Kelsey Hanchuk

Beautiful and peaceful atmosphere with brilliant food dishes and tea! Thank you for having us. Highly recommended for anyone who enjoys a blissful, quaint, but lively environment. Cheers!

Brady Beat Dancer

Such an exquisite experience! Very nice staff and owners, cute atmosphere, and amazing tea and treats! I absolutely love this charming tea room and I hope to come again soon!???? Thanks for making afternoon tea one of my new favorite activities. I would definitely recommend

Alain & Ruth Couture

Great lunch - Windsor picnic pie is fantastic

Loretta Cormier

I've being there a few times, the food is good and we were treated well, Except for yesterday the server was joking around but, he was very insulting. I won't go into details but I will not be bringing my friends and family there again. Pity.

Brooks Piper

I so thoroughly enjoyed my Cream Tea experience! After reading all of the glowing reviews, Birkinshaw's had created some rather high expectations to live up to. It not only exceeded expectations, it fully embodied all my hopes and dreams of what a tea room could be. I especially appreciated the mix-matched china with nods to Atlantic Canada. I was most impressed with how it managed both to transport me to an English market town and stay firmly rooted in local culture and produce. I came for the Maritime Cream tea and was thoroughly and utterly delighted. It's worth coming for the homemade clotted cream alone, but my tea also included blueberry lemon scones and lavender shortbread, not to mention the lemon curd and blueberry jam. I have yet to find another place in Canada that offers the standard cream tea like I see in British TV shows (just the scones, no finger sandwiches or dessert cakes) and I left Birkinshaw's skeptical that I could ever find a place that did it quite as well.

Darcy P

Wonderful place to enjoy tea. Delicious! If you have a chance to enjoy a luxury tea I highly recommend it!

Karen Van Niekerk

Went to Birkinshaws for a high tea with a group of girlfriends. The service was exceptional from the start. Our table was immaculately prepared and our personable host guided us through bubbles, tea, coffee, cake, scones, sandwiches and more. All the while providing history on high teas, duchesses and dukes, proper tea etiquette and more. Everything there is made from scratch and you can taste it. This is highly recommended for anyone looking for the real deal high tea experience. We’ll be back.

John Downing

What a pleasant surprise to find this wonderful place in the heart of Amherst. Had a great lunch and fantastic coffee. Looking forward to trying the high tea another time.

crystal macintosh

Cozy Atmosphere, nice severs. If you are looking for a traditional English tea, this is the place to go. The service is slow so it is best to go when you are not in a hurry.

Charity Carr

Stopped in for a quick bite to-go while travelling through on business. Friendly and fast service though I wish I could have stayed for tea! I had the meat pie with salad and cranberry chutney - absolutely perfect! I was also happy to head out with my lunch in a sturdy paper bag with wooden utensils. Nice touch! I will definitely be coming back for an afternoon tea!

Colin Heighton

Cozy venue with a nice change from the usual variety. A wonderful spot for a lunch, a date or just a cup of tea or coffee. Great addition to the community.

Susan Ball

Excellent quality and service

Nancy Morehouse

Always wonderful

Victoria Rector

I always look forward to excellent food and good conversation when heading for lunch at Birkinshaw's. Easily one of my favorite spots with an atmosphere that makes me feel right at home.

Stephen Patterson

We were offered our deposit back when we informed the owners that our 5 month old baby would be joining us (we inquired later about a high chair). We were told that had they been aware we were bringing a baby they would have reconsidered the reservation and their fine China a table linens are all within “pulling distance”. It was a shock that we would be turned around based on the age of our child. What was supposed to be a special occasion to celebrate Mother’s Day with 3 generations of women in my life concluded with us refunding our deposit and making arrangements elsewhere. I do not recommend Birkinshaw on any level. What a disgrace!

Najheran

Great restaurant hidden away in Amherst. With some of the best tea and coffee I have ever had. Food is well balanced and cooked properly, with seasonal local selections. Comfortable, quiet, cozy. A great place for coffee and a good book, or lunch with friends/family.

sakina katthawala

I love birkinshaw’s, such a cute restaurant. Amherst definitely needed this. Love their food and treats :).

Deb Black

We enjoyed a delicious leek and ham quiche with a dill potato salad and veggie salad, followed by sticky pudding for dessert. TO DIE FOR! Would highly recommend Birkenshaw's to everyone!

Frank Wilson

Possibly the best cup of coffee I have ever had

Naomi Ferdinand

I went for a coffee break and loved it so much I brought my coworkers back with me for another visit. The food is yummy and the decor is lovely.

Martin Rudolph

Friendly service. World class food.

Mary Jean Campbell

Delightful place

Judith Weatherbee

Absolutely wonderful place to grab a great meal. Waldorf Salad to die for!!

Mr M

Absolutely fantastic! They have everything you can imagine for tea plus more. They have a full menu and these ice cream floats that are a must buy for kids or if you are a child at heart. If you want proper tea he has it and everything is scratch made down to the whipped cream. Don't forget to look at the desert menu. I'm not going to give it away but it has caramel in it... Dont miss this opportunity entering or leaving Nova Scotia.

Jessica Edwards

Attended a bridal shower here. Food, service and location were all wonderful. Would go back in a second!

Dennis Fowler

Fabulous lunch, had the brie and cranberry on toast

Jeremiah Seitl

Great spot, authentic English fare and atmosphere!

Bea Burgess

Nice relaxing atmosphere. Delicious food, excellent service. Highly recommend.

Jeff OByrne

More than expected or hoped for and super friendly with a great sense of humor

Caroline Taylor

(Translated) Magical place where we take a step back in time! (Original) Lieu magique où l’on fait un saut dans le temps!

Julio Bobadilla

Great place. Been there many times and never disappointed. Highly recommended .

Heather MacKenzie

My daughter treated me, as well as my granddaughter and two of my very good friends, to the high tea at the Birkenshaw for my birthday. We drove from Moncton and it was definitely worth the drive! The food was delicious, the decor charming and the host warm and entertaining. You have to book three days in advance if you are having one of the high teas. The adults had the Berkinshaw tea and my granddaughter had the children's tea. They were all beautifully presented on three tiered cake plates. Clotted cream, which they make themselves (heavenly!), wasn't served with the scones for the Birkensahw tea but we were able to order it as an extra. Now we want to go back to try their lunch menu!

Mike Fury

Very nice spot.

Lyne Ricard

(Translated) What a lovely place! English class in decoration and choice of menu. What a great meal !!! The owner is completely charming and comical. We want to go back there every day to taste happiness Thank you (Original) Quel endroit tout à fait charmant ! La classe anglaise dans la décoration et le choix de menu. Quel bon repas!!! Le propriétaire est tout à fait charmant et comique. On a le goût d'y retourner à tous les jours pour goûter au bonheur Merci

Matt Cheverie

Authentic and pleasing setting, a very polite staff and the best cup of coffee in Amherst.

Gevannie Duval

Cute little place with very nice cosy ambiance. I had the creamy tea with a croque monsieur and it was perfect.

Stephen Evans

This is simply the best English tea room and cafe I have ever visited and it is amazingly in downtown Amherst. It is everything a traditional tea room should be: charming, cozy, welcoming and offering a top notch menu of very high quality treats. I always leave feeling full and smiling having just experienced something a little bit special. Congratulations Birkinshaws on bringing a touch of class and tradition to Nova Scotia.

Naoko N.

An amazing experience! Pampered by 6 pieces of different cake. Wish to visit this cozy, cute cafe when it reopens. On-line shopping was easy. Good quality of handcrafted cake. Highly recommended! Curry and port dishes are delicious, too.

Ron Nordquist

Birkinshaw's is an authentic English tea room. The owners are happy to explain the menu and the tradition of the food. It is well worth the experience and the food is always excellent.

jon malone

Another wonderful find in Amherst. Delicious, very high quality food, as home made as you can get without being home. Highly recommend. Prices are higher, paying for quality.

Andrea Small

An authentic experience in this tucked away corner of Nova Scotia. Definitely worth a trip.

Sandra McCann

Met a friend for lunch at a "new to me" restaurant in Amherst. Aiden is charming & fun to chat with. The food was really yummy. I highly recommend the Windsor Picnic Pie that comes with a small delicious potato salad & a small green salad. Just right for a luncheon portion. I took a Millionaire Shortbread square to go. Worth every calorie!!

James Waldecker

I stopped in this past July while looking for a place for lunch. I cannot imagine a more hospitable and enjoyable place for lunch and conversation. The staff was extremely welcoming. I had a chance to talk to locals about the history and the culture of the region. The food was excellent. If you're in Amherst, this is clearly the place to go for lunch.

Michael Butler

Great place to take friends

Eric G

The hole experience was great

Heather Pond-Kirk

Both times I've gone have been wonderful experiences with great memories made. We had a lovely Mother's Day tea today.

Marlene Quarmby

Amazing

Richard Hubley

Excellent food and service. Desserts were amazing!