Bowden Stores

4.7 ( 267 reviews )
Checking... 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM See Hours
£10–20
3 The Grn, Great Bowden, Market Harborough LE16 7EU, United Kingdom
+44 1858 440957
Bowden Stores, a charming coffee destination located in Great Bowden, Market Harborough, has quickly garnered a reputation as a must-visit brunch spot. Reviews highlight the café's delightful, fresh food and exceptional coffee, making it a standout choice for both locals and visitors. Nicola Bell raves about the ample outdoor seating and the enjoyable shop browsing that accompanies each visit, ensuring a relaxed experience. One of the standout dishes is the breakfast burrito, praised by Hayley Goddard as one of the best she’s ever had. David Sulley adds that the menu boasts a fantastic variety, particularly in breakfast offerings, and emphasizes the importance of booking due to the café's popularity. The inviting atmosphere, whether indoors or on the terrace, is frequently noted, with guests appreciating the attentive, friendly staff. Lewis Wells complements the flawless quality of the breakfasts, especially highlighting the poached eggs served in skillets that keep meals warm during leisurely conversations. Isabel Dupey echoes the sentiment that the coffee is consistently excellent, complemented by a vibrant atmosphere, which makes Bowden Stores a favorite for brunch lovers. With its robust menu, engaging ambiance, and commitment to quality, Bowden Stores is undoubtedly a gem among Market Harborough cafés.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Service options
    • In-store pick-up for online orders
    • Has in-store shopping
    • On-site services available
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
    • No same-day delivery
  • Amenities
    • Has gender-neutral toilets
  • Planning
    • Good for quick visit
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking

Reviews For Bowden Stores

Nicola Bell
Jun 1,2025
A quality brunch stop with delicious fresh food, good coffee and tons of outside seats. Bonus shop perusal each visit too!
hayley goddard
Apr 17,2025
Recently moved to Market Harborough from London and have been wanting to try this place for a while. I had the breakfast burrito and can easily say it was probably one of the best breakfast burritos I’ve ever had. The coffee is great too. I’ll be returning lots!
David sulley
Apr 2,2025
Amazing cafe, the food is delicious with a good range on the menu and a excellent breakfast. Booking is important as it can get very busy quickly especially for groups larger than 2 people. There is more tables outside when the weather is nice. The atmosphere is amazing and it is lovely in all conditions. There is an excellent wide range of drinks with delicious coffee and tea. The staff are extremely helpful and friendly. Food can take a bit longer when the cafe is very busy but it is not an unreasonable wait. The shop has lots of nice items but can be a bit expensive.
Lewis Wells
Feb 24,2025
Flawless breakfast! Poached egg was 10/10, very good quality ingredients and you can tell the chefs care about the food they make! I've had many a cooked breakfast - perhaps too many! But not many as good as this one. The breakfast being served in a skillet/pan isn't a gimmick, it keeps your breakfast nice and hot whilst eating/chatting. Great coffee to boot, decor and service! Thanks!
isabel dupey
Feb 17,2025
Always delicious coffee and a great brunch/lunch menu. Lively atmosphere, can be busy but worth the wait. Favourite cafe for miles.
lan Sturrock
Feb 14,2025
Lovely place to pop in and have a coffee. The staff are really nice and friendly. The coffee was served to us in a timely manner. Would love to have had time to eat something. The menu was full of exciting things to enjoy eating. Hope to get back again.
Glen Jarvis
Feb 14,2025
Place was recommended by friends and well worth the visit. Lovely little village and the area is very attractive. Venue is a top notch renovation. Nicely laid out, neat and clean. Staff were welcoming and service was great. We were lucky to get in before it got busy, around 9am on a Saturday. Food was well presented and tasty. Like the full breakfast served in a skillet. Good portions and a dair price. Coffee was excellent. Particularly loved the homemade hot chilli honey, which was a fantastic addition to the eggs Bowden. Should have asked if they sold that! Recommended
Robin Johnston
Feb 12,2025
We recently hosted a private event for 20 guests enjoying pizza and Prosecco. The staff were brilliant, professional and accommodating. Everybody had a great time and really enjoyed the food. We’ve since been back a few times, the place is very popular and the food and drinks are always of a high standard. The breakfast stack as a weekend brunch treat is a thing of beauty. Today I enjoyed the weekly special Asparagus with chilli fried egg, Parma ham and Parmesan on pesto sourdough. A really lovely, balanced plate of fresh, tasty food. They really care about preparing great ingredients well. I’m gushing a bit because a local independent business that constantly delivers good quality and value deserves praise. Bowden Stores fits that bill.

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