Bod Stafford
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About Bod Stafford
On Bodmin Ave in Stafford, Bod Stafford operates as a cafe, bar and pub with no need to book, since it takes walk-ins throughout the day. Daytime brings home cooked food and cakes, with sausage rolls on the menu, while a separate hot drinks bar covers coffee and tea. The evening menu shifts to a smaller, different selection, alongside real ales and alcohol-free options for those not drinking. Families with young children are catered for with a kids menu, and outdoor seating extends the space for those who prefer to sit outside, with dogs welcome at the tables. The entrance is step-free, suiting visitors with mobility needs, and food is available to take away for those eating off site. Live music runs at the venue, and the wine list includes a Kleine Zalze Chenin Blanc and a Fioroso Rose among the pours on offer. The menu spans 26 dishes in total.
Good to know
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- ParkingFree of charge street parking · Free parking lot · Plenty of parking
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible car park · Has wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Menu & Prices
26 dishes · mains £4–28- Dea Del Mare Pinot Grigio£4.10
- Vinecrafter Sauvignon Blanc£4.10
- Kleine Zalze Chenin Blanc£4.10
- Ara Sauvignon Blanc£5.10
- Pink Fox Zinfandel£3.90
- Fioroso Rose£4.10
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention sausage rolls, cakes on display, real ales and live music.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention sausage rolls, cakes on display, real ales and live music.
Customer Review Summary
Sausage rolls come up repeatedly as the thing to order, whether paired with coffee at the hot drinks bar or alongside the real ales and Titanic Brewery beer several mention by name. The cakes on display draw consistent notice too, though the food itself gets mixed marks: one reviewer found a teacake more like a "wholemeal bun" with little fruit, another describes a lukewarm English breakfast that put them off returning, while others call the home cooked food and cakes "lovely" at reasonable prices. The lively, relaxing atmosphere and dog and family friendly setup are praised often, with live music and outdoor seating also noted. One reviewer, though, describes staff as arrogant with favourites who belittled other customers, a sharp contrast to others who found the staff warm and welcoming. Several say they'll return to try the real ales.
Customer Review Summary
Sausage rolls come up repeatedly as the thing to order, whether paired with coffee at the hot drinks bar or alongside the real ales and Titanic Brewery beer several mention by name. The cakes on display draw consistent notice too, though the food itself gets mixed marks: one reviewer found a teacake more like a "wholemeal bun" with little fruit, another describes a lukewarm English breakfast that put them off returning, while others call the home cooked food and cakes "lovely" at reasonable prices. The lively, relaxing atmosphere and dog and family friendly setup are praised often, with live music and outdoor seating also noted. One reviewer, though, describes staff as arrogant with favourites who belittled other customers, a sharp contrast to others who found the staff warm and welcoming. Several say they'll return to try the real ales.
Featured reviews
- Philip Handley
“Popped in for a coffee and a snack we must have arrived in-between shifts very little choice to eat. My latte was great, the sausage roll c/w leaves and chutney was okay. My wife didn't like the tea she was served and her teacake was more like a wholemeal bun, hardly any fruit. Comfortable surroundings and a bit pricey.”
- Revive Dynamics
“Had a really enjoyable visit as i dont go out often, Was greeted by a gentleman called Marcus, his attitude was spont on really happy & polite also extremely helpful & also fast on his feet really good worker! Will definitely be visiting again.”
- Paul Sims
“For a bar that boasts a community spirit, I couldn't believe how arrogant the staff were. They clearly have their favourites and used (abused) their position to belittle other customers. I know the Bod is now a chain and this is the first in that chain but don't forget your roots. Manners are free”
- Stafford Wolf
“Always a lively atmosphere without being too noisy. A relaxing yet vibrant environment where you can get food and cakes during the day or chill during the evening. A wide range of drinks both alcoholic and alcohol free. Outside seating for when the weather is fine.”
- Amanpreet Singh
“Very cosy local neighborhood cafe with very warm staff looking after the customers.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Has great beer selection
- Has great wine list
- Popular for good for solo dining
Amenities
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Free of charge street parking
- Has outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
Show more amenities
- Serves food at bar
- Casual
- On-site services available
- Serves beer
- Serves food
- Serves spirits
- Offerings· 3
- Serves alcohol
- Serves cocktails
- Serves wine
- Dining options· 1
- Has seating
- Popular for· 1
- Good for solo dining
- Highlights· 2
- Has great beer selection
- Has great wine list
- Facilities· 1
- Has toilet
- Accessibility· 2
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Atmosphere· 2
- Cosy
- Trendy
- Crowd· 1
- Good for groups
- Parking· 2
- Free parking lot
- Plenty of parking
Location
How Bod Stafford compares to nearby bars
- Bod Stafford · This shop4.4645 reviews
Mentioned in reviews: sausage rolls, cakes on display, real ales
- 75 reviews1.4 mi
Mentioned in reviews: live music and bands, weekend entertainment nights, darts and pool setup
- 554 reviews2.3 mi
Mentioned in reviews: steak cooked to request, peppercorn sauce, beef and beer pie
- Stag's Leap4.21,509 reviews6 mi
Mentioned in reviews: stags leap, ice creams, 10% off drinks
Bod Stafford This shop | The Prince of Wales Stafford | The Tap & Spile | Stag's Leap | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.4(645) | 4.3(75) | 4.5(554) | 4.2(1,509) | |
| Price | £10–20 | £1–10 | £10–50 | £10–20 |
| Distance | — | 1.4 mi | 2.3 mi | 6 mi |
| Open today |
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