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Welcome To Gongoozler
Gongoozler, nestled along the picturesque Dudley canal, is a hidden gem worth discovering. Known for its fresh, hearty fare, the café offers a delightful menu featuring generous portions like their well-executed jacket potatoes and the full Black Country breakfast. Diners appreciate the warm, friendly service and the inviting atmosphere, which makes it ideal for a casual meal after a narrowboat trip. With clean facilities and wheelchair accessibility, Gongoozler caters to all guests. Whether you’re there for a quick bite or a private function, the café’s dedication to quality and customer care makes every visit a memorable experience.
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Gongoozler
Welcome to Gongoozler, a hidden gem nestled alongside the picturesque Dudley Canal. Located at 501 New Birmingham Rd, Tipton, this charming eatery promises a delightful experience for both locals and visitors alike. With its friendly atmosphere and a menu that balances comfort and quality, it's no wonder that Gongoozler has quickly become a favorite dining destination.
Upon stepping into Gongoozler, visitors are welcomed by warm smiles and attentive service that sets the tone for a pleasant dining experience. The restaurant's reputation is built on simple yet delicious dishes that come packed with flavor. Take, for instance, the freshly baked jacket potatoes topped with beans and cheese, praised by diners for being perfectly cooked and served with a vibrant side salad. For breakfast enthusiasts, the full Black Country breakfast offers a hearty start to the day, paired with stunning views of the canal.
Many patrons, like Tomasz Lewandowski and Chetan Monu, leave raving about the outstanding service and food quality — emphasizing that Gongoozler shatters the stereotype of bland, touristy meals often found in such scenic locations. Maggie Birkett's fond memory of bacon and egg buns reflects the café's ability to elevate even the simplest fare into a delightful culinary experience.
In addition to its everyday offerings, Gongoozler is well-equipped for special events, with dynamic spaces for private functions. Caitlin Broadhurst's glowing review highlights the attentive staff and the enjoyable buffet, further accentuating the venue's versatility. It’s a place where memorable moments are forged, paired with a selection of local ales that enrich the dining affair.
Accessible to all, including those with mobility challenges, Gongoozler affirms its commitment to inclusivity. With a clean, tidy environment and a heartfelt dedication from its staff, it’s clear that customer care is at the heart of its operation.
Finally, the affordability of the menu is a cherry on top, making Gongoozler not just a dining spot but a go-to for a satisfying meal after a day of adventure. Whether you're wrapping up a narrowboat trip or simply looking for a cozy place to unwind, Gongoozler is a delightful discovery you won’t want to miss!
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Our Guestbook
“ A Pleasant Surprise at Gongoozler – Definitely Worth a Visit! After a lovely narrowboat trip at the Dudley Canal Trust, we found ourselves quite hungry and decided to stop at the Gongoozler restaurant. To be honest, we didn’t expect much – experience has taught us that food in tourist spots is often just average at best. But here, we were genuinely impressed. We ordered something simple – jacket potatoes with beans and cheese – and expected a quick microwave-style meal. What we received instead was a generous, freshly baked potato, perfectly done, with a fresh side salad. It was delicious, comforting, and very reasonably priced. The service was just as good – friendly, welcoming, and helpful staff who clearly care about the customer experience. A great little find. We’ll definitely be back – next time, maybe even hungrier! ”
“ Ordered full Black Country breakfast. Very tasty and great service. Highly recommend the place. Very nice views of canals ”
“ This is a smashing little cafe attached to the Dudley canal and tunnel trust, very fresh food and tasty too, we only had bacon and egg on a bun but it was delicious. There's a few areas to sit around and plenty of space for all. The staff are great, chatty and friendly. The place is really clean and tidy, you can tell they care about the place. ”
“ Attended a private function at the Gongoozler and had a fabulous time. Really friendly and hard working staff. The buffet put on was great and the drinks service was good. Nice selection of local ales available. Really lovely location on the canal edge overlooking the BCLM. Wheelchair accessible as a 96 year old relative had no trouble accessing the venue in her wheelchair. Plenty of parking with an honesty box for donations. ”
“ We had nice, fresh, well-filled cobs & a bowl of chips. Lovely coffee and not expensive. Made fresh to order and took no time at all. A lovely lunch after a trip on the canal. ”
“ 35mins to get food but gotta say well worth it hash browns was the hype and it deffo lived up 2 it ”
“ First visit to gongoozler and we were so well welcomed. The cafe is easily accessible with lots of space between tables. We shared afternoon tea for two and the scone with cream and jam was the highlight so buttery and delicious. The hot drinks included were refillable and the staff were spot on checking in with us throughout our time there. It was raining at the time but to sit outside and see the canal would be lovely next time. ”
“ Visited for breakfast after another place (A very well known franchise may I add) had let us down with the shocking lack of gluten free options. Google recommended this place and I'm so glad it did because breakfast was delicious. Bacon was perfect, sausages were gorgeous and the eggs had the perfect ratio of set and runny yolk. My friend who had the gluten free options was able to have basically the same meal as me with a few gluten free swaps. Noticed they do a afternoon tea with cakes and we're told by staff that gluten free was no issue so we're very excited to come back at some point for that! The staff were really friendly, the cafe was very clean and looked after. They cater for children too and the prices were very reasonable. ”