Cafe Rouge
Inspired by the cosiness and romanticism of Parisian bistros, Café Rouge is a beautiful café in the United Kingdom. It provides a warm, laid-back setting where patrons can savour traditional French fare prepared with robust, genuine flavours, ranging from succulent steak-frites and moules marinières to golden croques and decadent desserts. Café Rouge combines rustic charm with modern comfort to deliver the authentic taste of France to your table, whether you’re stopping by for breakfast, lunch, or a leisurely evening.
Breakfast Originals
Start your day the delicious way with our signature breakfast favorites from perfectly cooked eggs and crispy bacon to buttery toast and hearty classics made to warm your morning.
| Name & Details | Price |
|---|---|
| The Traditional — 2 sausages, 2 bacon, egg, mushrooms, beans, grilled tomato, toast | £8.95 |
| The Vegetarian 🥦 — 2 veggie sausages, hash brown, egg, chips, mushrooms, beans, grilled tomato, toast | £8.95 |
| The Halal 🕌 — 2 turkey sausages, 4 turkey rashers, egg, mushrooms, beans, grilled tomato, toast | £8.95 |
| The Full Monty — 2 sausages, 2 bacon, black pudding, chips, egg, mushrooms, beans, grilled tomato, toast | £9.95 |
| The Halal Full Monty 🕌 — 2 turkey sausages, 4 turkey rashers, hash brown, chips, egg, mushrooms, beans, grilled tomato, toast | £9.95 |
| The Skinny — Poached eggs, spinach, grilled bacon, beans, avocado, toast | £8.95 |
| The Builders Breakfast — 2 bacon, 2 sausages, egg, chips, beans (no substitutions) | £8.95 |
| The Body Builder — 3 poached eggs, spinach, 2 chicken sausages, 4 turkey bacon, beans | £9.95 |
| Avocado on Sourdough 🥦 — 2 poached eggs, smashed avocado, toasted sourdough | £8.95 |
| The Vegan 🌱 — Smashed avocado, spinach, grilled plum tomatoes, toasted sourdough with hummus, mushrooms, mixed seeds | £9.95 |
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Benedicts
Indulge in velvety poached eggs nestled on toasted muffins, topped with rich hollandaise sauce and your choice of savory fillings a breakfast classic done to perfection.
| Name & Details | Price |
|---|---|
| Eggs Benedict (Honey Roasted Ham) — Toasted English muffin, free range poached egg with honey roasted ham topped with hollandaise sauce | £7.95 |
| Eggs Royale (Smoked Salmon) — Toasted English muffin, free range poached egg with smoked salmon topped with hollandaise sauce | £8.95 |
| Eggs Florentine (Spinach) 🥦 — Toasted English muffin, free range poached egg with spinach topped with hollandaise sauce | £7.95 |
| California Eggs Benedict 🥦 — Toasted English muffin, free range poached egg with avocado, thinly sliced, a few slices of fresh tomato topped with hollandaise sauce | £7.95 |
| Bacon ’n Eggs Benedict — Toasted English muffin, free range poached egg laying on a bed of crispy bacon topped with hollandaise sauce | £8.95 |
| Huevos Benedictos 🌶️ — Toasted English muffin, free range poached egg with sliced avocado, Mexican chorizo, topped with both salsa and hollandaise sauce | £8.95 |
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Breakfast in Bread
A hearty twist on breakfast bliss warm, crusty bread filled with golden eggs, sizzling bacon, and melted cheese, creating the ultimate comfort in every bite.
| Name & Details | Price |
|---|---|
| Breakfast Burrito — Bacon, sausage, scrambled egg, hash brown wrapped in tortilla bread | £7.95 |
| Full Monty Breakfast Burrito — Bacon, sausage, scrambled egg, hash browns, ham and cheese wrapped in tortilla bread | £8.95 |
| Veggie Breakfast Burrito 🥦 — Veggie sausage, egg, cheese, avocado, hash brown | £7.95 |
| Vegan Breakfast Burrito 🌱 — Avocado, mushroom, hash brown, spinach, tofu wrapped in tortilla bread | £7.95 |
| The Early Riser — Ultimate breakfast burger: sausage patty, crispy smoked bacon, egg, cheese, dressed with ranch sauce | £8.95 |
| Tu Madre Burrito 🌶️ — Sausage, bacon, chorizo, scrambled eggs, hash browns wrapped in tortilla bread | £8.95 |
Breakfast Muffins
Soft, toasted muffins stacked with sizzling fillings from perfectly fried eggs to melty cheese and savory meats a handheld breakfast you’ll crave every morning.
| Name & Details | Price |
|---|---|
| Full Monty Muffin — Sausage patty, free range fried egg, hash brown, crispy bacon, black pudding, cheese in a hot toasted English muffin | £9.95 |
| Sausage and Egg Muffin — Sausage patty, free range fried egg, slice of cheese in a hot toasted English muffin | £7.95 |
| Sausage, Bacon and Egg Muffin — Sausage patty, free range fried egg, crispy bacon, slice of cheese in a hot toasted English muffin | £8.95 |
| California Love Muffin 🥦 — Sausage patty, free range fried egg, avocado, crispy bacon, slice of cheese in a hot toasted English muffin | £8.95 |
Pancakes and Waffles
Fluffy, golden, and irresistibly sweet served with luscious toppings like syrup, berries, and cream for the perfect indulgent start to your day.
| Name & Details | Price |
|---|---|
| All American Breakfast — Pancakes, eggs, sausage, bacon, maple syrup | £8.95 |
| Veggie All American 🥦 — Pancakes, eggs, veggie sausage, mushrooms, maple syrup | £7.95 |
| Chicken and Waffles — Fried chicken, waffles, fried egg, pickled red cabbage, spring onion, maple syrup | £8.95 |
| Bacon, Egg and Waffles — Belgian waffles, 2 fried eggs, crispy bacon, maple syrup (contains eggs, gluten) | £7.95 |
| Pancakes — Classic simple pancakes with butter and icing sugar (every day is pancake day) | £6.95 |
| Banoffee — Sliced banana, toffee sauce, flurry of icing sugar (served on pancakes or waffles) | £7.95 |
| Waffles — Classic waffles with maple syrup or chocolate/strawberry syrup | £6.95 |
Sides
The perfect companions to your meal crispy, golden, and flavor-packed additions that turn every dish into a feast.
| Name & Details | Price |
|---|---|
| Chips | £3.95 |
| Cheesy Chips | £4.50 |
| Cajun Chicken Wings 🌶️ | £5.95 |
| Hash Browns | £3.95 |
Wraps
Soft, warm tortillas filled with tender meats, crisp veggies, and bold sauces a deliciously satisfying bite rolled up and ready to enjoy.
| Name & Details | Price |
|---|---|
| Full Monty — Honey roasted ham, crispy bacon, chicken breast, cheddar cheese, mayo, lettuce, tomato | £7.95 |
| Falafel 🥦 — House made falafel, lettuce, tomato, gherkins, tahini | £6.95 |
| Chicken Garlic — 100% chicken breast, lettuce, tomato (famous wrap, often imitated but never equaled) | £6.95 |
| Chicken Mayo — 100% chicken breast, lettuce, tomato, mayo | £6.95 |
| Lamb Kofta — Ground beef and lamb with parsley, onions, garlic, Middle Eastern spices, lettuce, tomato, onion, homemade hummus | £7.95 |
Panini
Golden, grilled perfection warm ciabatta pressed with melted cheese, savory fillings, and a touch of crispness in every irresistibly toasty bite.
| Name & Details | Price |
|---|---|
| Tuna Melt — Skipjack tuna, cheese, sweetcorn, tomato, mayo | £6.95 |
| Veggie Melt 🥦🌶️ — Tomato, onion, mushroom, cheese, garlic, chilli | £6.95 |
| Bacon Melt — Crispy bacon strips, cheese, tomato, mayo | £6.95 |
| Chicken Melt 🌶️ — 100% chicken breast, cheese, house garlic, chilli | £6.95 |
| Mozzarella Melt 🥦 — Mozzarella cheese, tomato, pesto | £6.95 |
Juices – 500ml
Keep it all hearty, healthy, and extremely fresh only with our range of refreshing and freshly squeezed Juices!
| Name & Details | Price |
|---|---|
| Pure Orange Juice — Freshly squeezed 100% | £4.50 |
| Apple Juice | £3.50 |
Milkshakes – 500ml
Tall, thick and creamy Milkshakes await your presence with their most creamy and heavenly delight!
| Name & Details | Price |
|---|---|
| Chocolate | £3.95 |
| Strawberry | £3.95 |
| Lotus Biscoff | £3.95 |
| Oreo | £3.95 |
| Banana | £3.95 |
| Wakey Wakey — Espresso and vanilla | £3.95 |
Smoothies – 500ml
Refreshingly rich and creamy blends of ripe fruits and yogurt, perfectly chilled for a smooth, energizing burst of natural sweetness in every sip.
| Name & Details | Price |
|---|---|
| Green Dream 🥦 — Spinach, avocado, banana, apple juice, lemon juice, mint | £4.95 |
| Berry Punch — Strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, banana, apple juice | £3.95 |
| Strawberry Supreme — Strawberries, banana, apple juice | £3.95 |
| Strawberry and Passionfruit — With fresh banana and Greek yogurt | £3.95 |
| Pineapple and Mango — With fresh banana and Greek yogurt | £3.95 |
Soft Drinks
Keep it all fizzy, chilled and really cool only with our most popular and praiseworthy range of Soft Drinks!
| Name & Details | Price |
|---|---|
| Coca-Cola 330ml | £2.00 |
| Diet Coke 330ml | £2.00 |
| Coke Zero 330ml | £2.00 |
| 7-up 330ml | £2.00 |
| Fanta 330ml | £2.00 |
| Water 500ml | £2.00 |
Popular Items at Cafe Rouge
Cafe Rouge brings a taste of Paris to the UK high street, specializing in timeless French bistro classics that work for everything from a quick brunch to a celebratory three-course dinner. The menu is rooted in traditional preparation, emphasizing rich sauces, high-quality butchery, and the art of the French patisserie.
- The Steak Frites is a quintessential choice, widely chosen for its tender cut of beef and the classic accompaniment of crisp fries and garlic butter.
- Seafood enthusiasts often prefer the Moules Marinières, which remains popular for its fragrant white wine and garlic broth served with crusty baguette.
- Signature breakfast items like the Eggs Benedict or Croque Monsieur are frequently selected by morning diners looking for a refined, Parisian-style start to the day.
- Many guests select the Afternoon Tea for a social treat, featuring a three-tiered selection of French-inspired sweets like macarons and eclairs alongside traditional scones.
Budget-Friendly Choices at Cafe Rouge
As a prominent casual dining chain, Cafe Rouge offers several structured ways to enjoy French cuisine without a high cost. Their set menus and time-specific deals are specifically designed to provide a multi-course experience at a fixed, affordable price point.
| Option Type | What to Expect | Smart Choice Example |
| Value meals | Multi-course daytime specials | Prix Fixe Menu |
| Light meals | Classic French toasted sandwiches | Croque Champignon |
| Saver deals | Fixed-price mid-day offers | Lunch Menu (inc. drink) |
| Everyday picks | Filling and reliable bistro staples | Spaghetti Bolognese |
- Choosing the Prix Fixe menu instead of ordering a la carte is a practical way to enjoy two or three courses at a set, lower cost.
- Opting for the Lunch Menu is often the most sensible choice for daytime diners, as it typically includes a main dish and a soft drink for a single price.
- Simple items like Avocado on Sourdough are usually the easiest choice for a high-quality but affordable breakfast or brunch.
What to Order at Cafe Rouge Based on Your Needs
The menu is versatile enough to cater to a business lunch, a family outing, or a relaxed evening of wine and appetizers.
- For solo meals: A Beef Bourguignon Burger provides a balanced and self-contained meal that combines the richness of a slow-cooked stew with the convenience of a burger.
- For chicken lovers: Chicken and Waffles are commonly chosen for a modern brunch twist, balancing savory fried chicken with sweet maple syrup.
- For beef lovers: Hearty options like the Aged Yorkshire Fillet Steak are preferred for those seeking a premium, protein-heavy dining experience.
- For budget-conscious users: Utilizing the Kids Eat Free deal (available during specific hours) helps families manage spending while dining out.
- For quick takeaway: Baguettes or Wraps like the Chicken Garlic are easier to carry and retain their texture well for a meal on the go.
- If you prefer a spicier or stronger flavor, options like the Huevos Benedictos with Mexican chorizo and salsa may be more suitable.
- If you are looking for a lighter option, the Salmon Fillet or a Rouge Salad offer fresh, nutritious alternatives to heavier cream-based dishes.
What to Know Before Ordering from Cafe Rouge
To ensure you get the best value and experience, it is helpful to be aware of the various loyalty programs and regional differences.
- Portion sizes for mains like Steak Frites are consistent, but you can customize your experience with a variety of classic French sauces.
- Joining the Rouge Rewards program or using Tesco Clubcard vouchers often provides much better value than paying full menu prices.
- Add-ons such as Free-flowing Prosecco can be added to afternoon tea bookings for a set time limit, typically 90 minutes.
- Some items, such as the Baked Camembert, are designed for sharing and are more filling than a standard individual appetizer.
- Availability of certain set menus and special offers may vary slightly between high street locations and travel hubs like Center Parcs.
Is Cafe Rouge Halal, Vegan, or Vegetarian Friendly?
Cafe Rouge is highly inclusive, offering a dedicated range of plant-based dishes that replicate French classics without the meat.
| Category | Availability |
| Halal | Not standard across the chain; the restaurant does not declare meals as Halal. |
| Vegetarian | Very widely available, including the Cheese & Tomato Croque and various pastas. |
| Vegan | Strong availability with options like the Butternut Squash & Lentil Wellington. |
Alternatives to Cafe Rouge
If you are looking for a similar European-inspired dining experience in the UK with a focus on value and atmosphere, these chains are popular choices.
- Côte Brasserie is commonly chosen by users looking for a slightly more upscale but still approachable French dining experience.
- Bistrot Pierre is often preferred for those seeking regionally-inspired French cooking with a strong focus on seasonal set menus.
- Zizzi is suitable for users who prefer a broader Mediterranean menu with a similar casual, family-friendly atmosphere.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)
General FAQ’s
1. What type of food is served?
Café Rouge serves French-inspired cuisine including steak frites, moules, baguettes, pastries, salads, and classic French desserts.
2. Do they serve vegetarian options?
Yes, vegetarian dishes such as risotto, salads, and vegetarian mains are available.
3. Do they have vegan choices?
Yes, selected vegan dishes and desserts are offered, including plant-based mains.
4. Do they provide gluten-free options?
Yes, gluten-free alternatives are available for many menu items upon request.
5. Do they serve alcohol?
Yes, Café Rouge offers a selection of French wines, beers, and cocktails alongside soft drinks.
6. Do they serve breakfast?
Yes, many branches serve French-style breakfasts including croissants, coffee, and cooked breakfasts.
7. Do they offer delivery or takeaway?
Yes, delivery is available through Deliveroo, Uber Eats, and Just Eat, and takeaway is also offered.
8. Is the restaurant halal?
Café Rouge in the UK is not halal, as their meats are not halal-certified and alcohol is served.
9. Can I book a table in advance?
Yes, reservations are recommended, especially for evenings and weekends.
10. Where are Café Rouge restaurants located?
Café Rouge branches are located across the UK, mainly in city centres and leisure destinations.
Pricing FAQ’s
1. How much are starters?
Starters such as pâté, soups, and calamari are priced around £5.00 – £8.00.
2. How much are mains?
Main dishes like steak, chicken, or fish are priced between £12.00 and £20.00.
3. How much are classic French dishes like steak frites?
Steak frites typically costs £14.00 – £18.00 depending on the cut.
4. How much are burgers or baguettes?
Burgers and baguettes range from £10.00 to £14.00.
5. How much are salads?
Salads cost between £9.00 and £13.00.
6. How much are desserts?
French desserts such as crème brûlée, tarte au citron, and profiteroles are priced £5.00 – £7.00.
7. How much are kids’ meals?
Kids’ meals are typically £6.50 – £7.50, including a main, dessert, and drink.
8. How much are breakfasts?
Breakfast dishes cost between £6.00 and £10.00.
9. How much are drinks?
Soft drinks are £2.50 – £4.00, while wines and cocktails range from £5.00 – £9.00.
10. Do they offer set menus or deals?
Yes, Café Rouge offers set menus with 2 or 3 courses, usually starting from around £13.00 – £18.00.
