Hidden City Cafe

With ingenious delicious food, some of the best service in NI, and a stylish, relaxing atmosphere, there is no way this restaurant should be hidden in any way. I had the sandwich of the Ploughman, and it was huge, filled with taste, and not on ingredients as a vegan option, with a generous serving of vegan cheese. There were also so many vegan options that it was hard to choose, and I wish I was in Derry for more than one day trip so I could eat here again! You have a huge beverage menu with some delicious options that I wish I could have tried. The side salad had what was probably the most tasty salad dressing I've ever eaten: a dill pickle Mayo that sounds strange for a salad, but was so prone that at the end I ordered a salad to take home for dinner so I could eat some more of it. The service was a wonderful cherry on the top: my waitress was warm and friendly, and went over and over with my to-go order, packing everything separately to keep it fresh until consumption, carefully sticky typing the dressings so that they don't spill, and even handwriting me a note about the best way to heat up and the side. It was so sweet. I don't come from a tipping culture and typing isn't the norm in NI, but I'm sure I tipped the way it deserved. The location is centrally located in the city, directly above the main statue and about 5 minutes walk from the town hall and the square. You have well furnished tables so you can have privacy and stay a bit of Covid safe. You have a large wheelchair accessible toilet. I can't recommend it very much.

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The Hidden city cafe is a snug little establishment not from from the Diamond in Derrys city centre. The setting is quiet and intimate. We had breakfast here recently. The food was pretty good, but we waited approx 20mins to be served the food, which comprised of the Works (A fry...but no bacon surprisingly) and some scrambled egg. Coffee and orange juice were served far prior to the food and coffee was quite cool once the food arrived...just a small point but coffee was very nice. Service however was excellent with staff polite and attentive, even offering a bottle of water to the table (Other cafes and restaurants should take note). Overall, I only had minor niggles that prevented the five stars...need to pay close attention to cafe furnishings...the first chair I sat on, the cushion was completely gone and had to be swapped out. Price wise, no more expensive than the Pickled Duck or Primrose, but service much better. We will be back to try the evening menu and cocktails!!

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I really can't recommend Hidden City enough for vegans in Derry the VLT and sincean teriyaki sandwiches are both long time favorites from me, and the side salads are delicious! The service is always wonderful, you will not meet friendly people. If you visit and you only have time for a lunch in Derry, make it Hidden City.

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A great find. Arrived at 11am just in time for last orders on breakfast. Husband had The Works (no bacon) but probably could have ordered it. I had smoked salmon and scrambled eggs. Lovely breakfast, friendly and welcoming staff, lunches looked really fresh and colourful. Vegan options really available.

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Had an absolutely great lunch. Good location in the city centre for healthy and comfortable food. Really enjoyed the vegan selection, my partner had chicken, which was also beautiful. Had the best pot with Oolong tea. Very recommended. Can't wait to come back and try the dinner menu!

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