I've eaten here several times as I frequently visit the book store. Always good. If I'm picky the food from the cold counter is sometimes a little cold for my taste but that's it. Last time I visited was 3 April 2013. The place was packed and all the rooms fairly full despite being quite late on. I had wanted... More

Visited When at Barter Books. It's always busy and the soups are excellent. There is always a good selection of cakes so what else is needed in a cafe?

Alnwick is full of little cafes and places to eat and I've tried all of them but this is without doubt my favourite. I love sitting with a book that I've found in there and enjoying a coffee and some food. The food is simple stuff done really really well. Can't recommend highly enough. A hidden gem and the best... More

Truly scrumptious could spend simply ages there just browsing around. Then go for coffee and have welsh rarebit mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm or simply have a homemade cake. very good value for money wished we lived nearer would go every week and work my way through the menu. Cold take months Sigh, heavenly !!!!

I wanted to see Barter Books when visiting Alnwick. As it was lunchtime we decided to try the station cafe. The food was delicious. I had Greek Salad & my wife & mother-in-law had cheese & ham toasties.

We visit this cafe often as it is a family favourite. We all enjoy shopping for books beforehand and then going for lunch or coffee. The food is always great and the portions very generous. Today I had the Greek salad and the kids had jacket potatoes and toasties. We also enjoy the yummy cakes-the have a really good selection.... More

There are lots of little rooms, each with their own character i.e. Victorian glazed tile bricks lining one room with Lloyd Loom chairs and cushions, and another one with railway carriage type banquettes. The lighting is gloomy, but it’s so atmospheric and evocative. We had cinnamon toast with our tea, beautifully presented. (In fact, it was so good that later... More

I've been a big fan of Barter Books for years. The Station Buffett is a very welcome addition. It means I can justify staying there longer. Lovely and wholesome homemade food served in really tasteful surroundings. Well done Barter.

Old Station Buildings housing a massive bookshop for bartering and a tremendous buffet! Great selection of light meals and good value. The little extras go a long way here, the rarebit is an especially favourite. Great service too. K