British café culture is cherished for its vibrant atmosphere and the inviting aroma of freshly brewed coffee. For Tyler Mears, though, what truly matters is finding a great deal.
While she usually enjoys independent cafés, Tyler has recently been impressed by an unexpected contender: Tesco’s revamped supermarket cafés. Her usual perception of these spots was less than flattering—often, the food felt like cheap microwave meals, the coffee was lackluster, and the ambiance lacked warmth.
However, Tesco’s recent multi-million-pound investment in café redesigns has transformed the experience. Gone are the plastic seats, sterile canteen tables, and harsh fluorescent lighting. Instead, the cafés now feature cozy leather armchairs, greenery, soft lighting, and stylish décor that offer a welcoming vibe.
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Tyler explains her newfound appreciation: “Having recently had a baby, cafés have become part of my routine – partly because being a new mum can feel isolating. Sitting in a lively café, chatting with strangers, has brought me comfort. Plus, it’s an affordable and bearable way to entertain my little one without having to resort to noisy play areas.”
Budget-conscious during maternity leave, Tyler has become adept at spotting bargains. On a recent visit to her local Tesco café in West Wales, she, her partner, and their one-year-old enjoyed a meal together.
The café’s kids’ menu impressed her: pancakes, yogurt, fruit, and toast were all on offer. They chose the full kids’ breakfast for just £3.50 — surprisingly less expensive than a packet of nappies. Other lunch options like pasta, fish fingers, and pizza with two sides and a drink cost around £4. Plus, Tesco offers periodic “Kids Eat Free” promotions when an adult meal is purchased.
For adults, the menu offers familiar favourites: a full breakfast at £6.25, eggs on toast or a sausage bap both priced at £3.95. But Tesco has also elevated its offerings with “posh brekky” choices, such as Turkish eggs, bacon and chilli brioche, granola bowls, and toasted banana bread.
Tyler savoured a sourdough toast topped with avocado, feta, sun-dried tomatoes, and eggs drizzled with balsamic vinegar, paired with a cappuccino. Her partner went for the Turkish Eggs — a unique dish featuring lemon yogurt, fried eggs, spices, crispy onions, and toasted sourdough.
Though the meal took some time to arrive, Tyler didn’t mind since she enjoyed quality time with her family and an unusual vantage point. The café overlooks the store below via a glass balustrade, making it a “people-watcher’s paradise.”
Taste-wise, the food didn’t claim Michelin-star status but was genuinely good for supermarket fare. The poached eggs were perfectly runny, the avocado was fresh, and the balsamic added a nice twist. Her daughter’s breakfast was generous for its price and thoroughly enjoyed. The Turkish Eggs were an unexpected combination but worked surprisingly well. The coffee was strong, flavourful, and served hot.
All told, their meal — two adult breakfasts, a toddler’s meal, two coffees, and two bottles of water — cost just over £25.
Tyler left feeling content and pleasantly surprised: “It turned out to be a delightful way to spend a few hours without breaking the bank!”