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HATCH

Restaurant Cafe Breakfast restaurant Hamburger restaurant Diner Brunch restaurant

One of the Best Places To Visits in St Albans


Address

7-8 Christopher Pl, St Albans AL3 5DQ, United Kingdom

Website

www.hatchstalbans.com

Contact

+44 1727 614708

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.80 (898 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Saturday: 9 am to 9 pm
  • Sunday: 9 am to 4 pm
  • Monday: 9 am to 3 pm
  • Tuesday: 9 am to 3 pm
  • Wednesday: 9 am to 3 pm
  • Thursday: 9 am to 9 pm
  • Friday: 9 am to 9 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: service (13) brunch (12) staff (12) breakfast (11) burger (10) coffee (10) recommend (9) options (9) friendly (8) delicious (7)
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  • 5/5 L A. 1 year ago on Google
    Such a cute venue, customer service is so friendly and kind and the food is lush! Word on the street that the Hash brown bites are a must have and they didn’t disappoint, best hash browns Ive ever had! The sweetcorn fritters are unreal
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lizzie B. 2 years ago on Google
    Had an awesome brunch here, everything was delicious, but special shout out to the tater tots and chai latte! Would recommend booking here because you can’t always get in!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dave L. 10 months ago on Google
    Delicious food and fantastic friendly staff. We had the buffalo Benedict and the Avocado toast. Portion size was perfect. One of the best breakfasts that I have ever had.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jay 10 months ago on Google
    Hatch in St. Albans is an absolute gem! From the moment you step inside, you’re greeted with a warm and inviting atmosphere. The staff is incredibly friendly. The food at Hatch is simply delicious - we ordered a Full English and the Buffalo Benedict with a side of loaded has browns and they were banging. The attention to detail and presentation is top-notch, and the portion sizes are generous. Hatch is definitely a must-visit for food lovers in St. Albans. Highly recommended!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kerem A. 1 year ago on Google
    Have to give full compliments to this cafe, everything was superb & couldn't fault anything 👏🏼 Expectations were met and exceeded as I was a bit hesitant about the price at first, however once the food arrived it tasted amazing 👍🏼 Customer service was spot on, made to feel very welcomed.. only advice would be to book a table in advance for larger bookings as people were getting turned away because of reservations. 5* based on overall experience, left feeling very content 👍🏼
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Supercarcopilot 1 year ago on Google
    The best spot for brunch 🤩 Incredible, me and my partner stopped off in the city on route to a week away and were so glad we chose Hatch as our recharge point! Great portion sizes, brilliant taste and happy staff, what more could you want? Looking forward to returning the next time we head north 😁
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dave L. 10 months ago on Google
    We ate at Hatch as a family brunch for my sons birthday. Initially there was a mix up with the booking but the manager bent over backwards to rectify the situation, even running up the hill to find us as a table had become available. The food was truly amazing, the staff friendly and efficient, whilst the atmosphere was buzzy yet cozy. It's the best breakfast I have had out anywhere in the UK and cannot recommend it highly enough. It's rare to find a restaurant these days that works so hard to make the dining experience perfect.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 jodi 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely Brunch spot! I would recommend booking in advance as it was a bit busy when we went. The food is super lovely and there is a lot to pick from. I opted for the brunch bun which was super enjoyable and i’d recommend. The hash browns were amazing too!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sabrina C. 2 years ago on Google
    The best brunch in St Albans! Have been here a couple of times and would highly recommend. Very very tasty. (Hash brown bites are a fab accompaniment to any cooked breakfast). I would advise booking though as it can get very busy on the weekends and is quite small.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Aisha H. 2 years ago on Google
    VEGAN MENU AVAILABLE! The staff were very accommodating and were super quick with their service! Delivered all our food with a smile and answered our questions as it was our first time here so didn’t know what to get. The food was delicious (ordered the sweetcorn fritters, falafel burger which came with chips and tater tots they were so GOOD😫) we left with full stomachs! Will definitely come back👏🏽
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Maharukh D. 10 months ago on Google
    Small place serving breakfast and brunch everyday and they have burger nights on Fridays and Saturdays. Excellent coffee, great orange juice and eggs are done perfectly. Nice burgers. Loved their salt and pepper chips. They have vegan and vegetarian options.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Wimereux L. 6 months ago on Google
    We walked in on Saturday morning at about 10.45 and managed to get a table for two. Great atmosphere and service and the breakfast was delicious - especially the mushrooms.

  • 5/5 Natalia N. 1 year ago on Google
    Delicious food & lovely staff! Perfect place for breakfast, brunch or lunch. Nice options of hot drinks and fresh juices ( proper fresh juices) Food is made really well, you can taste the good quality of the food. Definitely I’ll visit this place once again For fresh carrot/ginger/apple juice and chicken burger + fries I’ve paid around 15£ the portions are big enough for everyone. I’ve been out with another 4 friends and everyone was happy with the food (we’ve ordered meat and vegan’s meal) Highly recommended!

  • 5/5 Michael M. 7 months ago on Google
    Came here for lunch - delicious food, friendly service and very reasonable prices. Would happily come back. Highly recommend the chicken waffle and the freshly pressed juices!

  • 5/5 Aimen I. 6 months ago on Google
    Had brunch here recently, even though they do not have any halal options available they do have vegetarian and vegan options. The food was AMAZING!! I’m not a huge egg lover but those scrambled eggs were the best I’ve eaten and the hash brown bites OMG!! Heaven. I wish they did halal options at least in chicken as their fried chicken looks bomb!!

  • 5/5 Andy G. 8 months ago on Google
    This is the best burger in St Albans and frankly my favourite burger. I am a burger snob, it's so rare for me to find a burger that genuinely ticks every box. I give the burgers here a 10/10. Toasted sesame seed bun, bacon, cheese, gherkins, 2 thin patties, burger sauce and raw onion. It is my perfect burger. My friend who had the chicken could not sing any higher praises. Share the hash brown bites, they are like tater tots. Fries are excellent. Side of chicken strips is also recommended. Burger night Fridays and Saturdays. We also have the regular menu from time to time and for breakfast/lunch the everyday menu is also excellent. Cocktails are also really good. We go at least once a month. With such great service there is no reason not to try this place.

  • 5/5 Annabelle M. 5 months ago on Google
    Fantastic food, coffee, and service! When my partner and I got here on a busy Saturday, the place was rammed, and it was a 45 mins wait for a table. Sceptical whether HATCH would be worth the wait or not, we decided we would wait and order a coffee whilst we waited. The member of staff on the front of house took our coffee order for us whilst we sat at the front of the shop. My partner is a massive coffee snob, and I struggle to find coffee places that he likes. The coffee came quick and was fantastic and blew both of us away. The member of staff on the front of house was so friendly and made sure to check in on us and keep us up to date on our table. When seen to our table, staff were extremely tentative and really looked after you, despite being busy. The food and drinks came fast and were delicious! I had the buffalo benedict, and my partner had the Katz burger with a side of chips. Both of us said how fantastic both these dishes were. Special shout out to Sarah, who is an absolute credit to HATCH. She really looked after us and gave us the best service we've probably ever received at a restaurant. My partner and I couldn't believe when she told us it was her first day! You couldn't tell. Well done to the Manager Chris, this is honestly perfection and couldn't fault our visit at all! We walked away saying we would come back again and happily wait any length of time to be seated here!! Altogether we spent £50.12 including 12.5% service charge. 3 coffees (my partner loved it so much he had 2!), 2 fresh juices, 1 buffalo benedict, and 1 Katz Burger with skin on fries. For the area and the quality of food, I believe this is great value for money! A must visit!

  • 5/5 ΛΕΝΑ �. 9 months ago on Google
    We booked a table of 4 with two prams and our little babies!!! The food was amazing!!! The service was fantastic! We highly recommend this place!!!

  • 4/5 Francesca S. 8 months ago on Google
    Nice little spot for brunch! Not many tables so definitely need to book in advance. Pleasant coffee and the food was good too

  • 5/5 Samuel W. 8 months ago on Google
    The food was excellent, everyone in our group enjoyed their breakfast and one person ordered a danish as well which they commented was very tasty. Definitely need to book in advance if you are going for the breakfast as it was full. The only comment was it was a bit loud due to the small size and amount of people but this didn't hamper our enjoyment of a lovely breakfast. The staff were all friendly and helpful as well. I would recommend visiting!

  • 5/5 Carrie B. 1 year ago on Google
    Found this little gem this morning. Delicious brunch with great quality products & lovely coffee. Very friendly staff. Recommend to book as so busy which is always a good sign! Our 1st visit won't be our last!

  • 5/5 JP B. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely new addition to St. Albans dining scene. Had a delicious brunch here. The menu ranges from Full English to various veggie options.

  • 5/5 David G. 1 year ago on Google
    Being from London my wife and I love our burgers! This was one of the best burgers we have had! Great service and atmosphere in the restaurant as well, w very enjoyable meal! We will be back!!

  • 3/5 Saskia 2 years ago on Google
    This is a cute place that does coffees, drinks and brunch type foods. It was pretty cramped and we felt pretty rushed - this was understandable as we didn't book as we were just getting coffees. Not many vegan options on the food menu and oat milk is the only dairy milk alternative. Would be good to do more vegan options such as vegan waffles and have almond and soy milk options too. (Oat milk also cost +30p more...) We got the oat milk chai which was really good and I got the oat milk flat white.

  • 5/5 Jessica M. 1 year ago on Google
    Incredible food & drinks, and impeccable service! The food came out super quick & staff were very attentive. Honestly, we couldn’t have asked for more - it was totally faultless. Best burgers in St Albans!! P.S the truffle, garlic & parmesan loaded hash brown bites are a must!!!

  • 5/5 Igor K. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place for the breakfast, A lot of choice , check the menu in my photos. Great service , scrambled eggs were perfect. Good coffee and fresh juices. Just an advice - it’s better to book the place as it’s a huge demand for their amazing food. Will definitely recommend this place and will be back for a dinner and breakfast


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Paid street parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway

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