
Quick info
About Wave Cafe and Catering
Wave Cafe and Catering is an independent cafe and bistro at Earlswood Lakes Craft Centre in Solihull, a short walk from the lakes and used as a stop before or after a walk. Dogs are welcome inside, so walkers can bring them to a table. Breakfast runs from a full English to a veggie plate and avocado toast with poached eggs. Later in the day the kitchen makes toasted sandwiches and homemade cakes. Afternoon tea brings sandwiches, scones, lemon meringue pie and eclairs. Bookings are taken, and Sunday lunch is also on the menu.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree parking lot · Free street parking · On-site parking
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, parking lot, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs · Kids' menu
- DietaryVegan options · Vegetarian options
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention full english breakfast, homemade cakes, toasted sandwiches and afternoon tea.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention full english breakfast, homemade cakes, toasted sandwiches and afternoon tea.
Customer Review Summary
Homemade cakes are the most frequent draw, with reviewers praising freshly made choices and, at one afternoon tea for nine, scones straight out of the oven, lemon meringue pie and eclairs. Close behind are the breakfasts: a full English called good quality and good value, a veggie breakfast, and avocado toast with smashed avocado and two softly poached eggs. Toasted sandwiches and flatbread also earn praise, and many describe friendly staff and a great stop around the lakes. The complaints are specific. One reviewer said the mocha tasted nothing like chocolate, and another has never found the coffee great. A dog owner says an older woman refused water for their dog inside and demanded the bowl be picked up. A fussy eater was left with only a bowl of chips, found the caramel cheesecake flavourless, and thought the room loud and crowded. Still, one walk-in found staff sourcing a table when the cafe was fully booked.
Customer Review Summary
Homemade cakes are the most frequent draw, with reviewers praising freshly made choices and, at one afternoon tea for nine, scones straight out of the oven, lemon meringue pie and eclairs. Close behind are the breakfasts: a full English called good quality and good value, a veggie breakfast, and avocado toast with smashed avocado and two softly poached eggs. Toasted sandwiches and flatbread also earn praise, and many describe friendly staff and a great stop around the lakes. The complaints are specific. One reviewer said the mocha tasted nothing like chocolate, and another has never found the coffee great. A dog owner says an older woman refused water for their dog inside and demanded the bowl be picked up. A fussy eater was left with only a bowl of chips, found the caramel cheesecake flavourless, and thought the room loud and crowded. Still, one walk-in found staff sourcing a table when the cafe was fully booked.
Featured reviews
- Tina Sutton
“Great place to meet up with friends. Such a friendly atmosphere. Great service. Lots of freshly made cakes . Spoilt for choice. Definitely recommend!”
- Lauren Allen
“Thank you to all the staff at Wave for an amazing afternoon tea for a party of 9. We were celebrating a special Birthday and it exceeded expectations. Sandwiches, scones (straight out of the oven), lemon meringue pie, eclairs and some lovely savoury extras. everything tasted so good and was of a really high standard. Staff lovely and accommodating, it couldn't have been better.”
- Kalinina-Paluba Silviia
“Fantastic, cosy little place! We had one of the best English breakfasts we’ve ever had! Everything was delicious. The staff were absolutely lovely and made us feel very welcome. Highly recommend Wave Cafe!”
- John Tsipouras
“A lovely cafe in beautiful surroundings. A good variety of meals and snacks. The toasted sandwiches we had were exceptional the best I've ever had. Very friendly service. Inside and outside seating.”
- Ciaran Doyle
“Lovely chilled place with great food and friendly service. Quiet relaxing surroundings, and a short walk from the lakes too.”
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“Independent Cafe and Bistro serving local coffee and homemade lunches, cakes and snacks.”
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed inside
- Delivery
- Takeout
Show more amenities
- Dine-in
- Good for kids
- Vegan options
- Cozy
- Onsite services
- Coffee
- Dining options· 7
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Pet-friendly· 1
- Dogs allowed outside
- Offerings· 5
- Healthy options
- Prepared foods
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Facilities· 2
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Atmosphere· 1
- Casual
- Family-friendly· 2
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
- Highlights· 2
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Crowd· 2
- Groups
- Tourists
- Parking· 4
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- On-site parking
- Parking
- Planning· 2
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
Location
Cafes near Wave Cafe and Catering
- 3.5 mi£1–15Outdoor seatingVegetarian optionsDelivery
full irish breakfast, soda bread, vegetarian roast meal
- Billsedge Cafe4.52483.8 mi£1–10Reservations
large english breakfast, veggie breakfast, excellent value for money
- Broad Lane Cafe4.63224.2 mi£1–15
full English breakfast, lotus biscoff latte, bacon and sausages
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wave Cafe and CateringOutdoor seating · Vegetarian options · Delivery | 4.7175 | — | £10–20 | full english breakfast, homemade cakes, toasted sandwiches |
| Kath’s Café & Irish Store Maypole LtdOutdoor seating · Vegetarian options · Delivery | 4.6392 | 3.5 mi | £1–15 | full irish breakfast, soda bread, vegetarian roast meal |
| Billsedge CafeReservations | 4.5248 | 3.8 mi | £1–10 | large english breakfast, veggie breakfast, excellent value for money |
| Broad Lane Cafe | 4.6322 | 4.2 mi | £1–15 | full English breakfast, lotus biscoff latte, bacon and sausages |
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