We went here on a recommendation and would definitely go back! Fabulous selection of home made food, the cakes looked especially fantastic, homemade quiches etc too. We had doorstep sandwiches and there was a lot to eat. You pay a bit more than a normal cafe but it was worth it. My sandwich came with mayo on although the menu... More

My daughter and I visited this little cafe for the second time on Saturday, we had to wait for about 15 minutes to be seated as it is only a small eatery but this was no problem. We were shown to a table upstairs by one of the very pleasant and helpful young waitresses. Within minutes we were asked if... More

To put it simply the best cakes in the area, absoutley delicous and fantastic size portions. More

Great for meeting for a coffee and the homemade cakes and scones (especially the cheese ones) make it an ideal location. More

This small, busy cafe serves wonderful huge scones. The sandwiches and salads are also excellent if a little pricey More

Taste and quality does cost more. Used to be in there every week whilst dropping my daughter off for activities but only an intermittent visitor now. If you want a cheap cake or sandwich then go elsewhere - Cafe Coucou is not the cheapest cafe in Saffron Walden, but it is by far the nicest. You do get a huge... More

This place is the best of Saffron Walden. I live about 20 minutes away and often come into town, but this place is the most delicious. The difference is obvious, even from the small sugar cookie they give you at the side of a latte, to the huge amount of Stilton they melt in the Stilton-mushroom over toast dish. The... More

The scones will tempt you through the door or Cafe Coucou, but once inside you'll be tempted by all manner of fresh savory dishes too. But remember to save space for a cake. Some of the best in Walden. More

Decided to treated myself and hubby to a Saturday lunch in Coucou. Walking in we found ourselves squeezing past two prams to get to a free tiny table. Reassuring myself that the food would compensate for cramped conditions I decided to order a favorite dish of mine, goats cheese and onion tart. Hubby ordered a doorstopper tuna sandwich. Service was... More