Dobbies Garden Centre Lisburn

Quite a nice garden centre which is more of a destination than anything else. Good quality products but many at premium prices. The restaurant does good business and tables are well spaced out. We had a Xmas scone which was lovely and a mince pie which was poor. The staff looked tired and certainly didn't project any Xmas cheer. Parking is ample and well laid out.

Great garden centre. All you could need and more. Good parking and friendly staff you can even have a coffee/ tea and a bite to eat. Can be a bit pricey but still recommend.

Fairly expensive if you dont have offers to use. Service was not especially speedy. Only 3 persons appeared to be working to prepare, serve, charge and clean so probably very streched. This meant that about 8 or 9 tables had not been cleared and cleaned. Scones a bit dry from sitting in the cooler too long.

I'm glad you asked me to create a five star review for Dobbies Garden Centre in Lisburn. Here is what I came up with: **Review title**: A wonderful place to visit for all your gardening needs and more! **Review body**: I visited Dobbies Garden Centre in Lisburn last week and I was very impressed by the variety and quality of products they offer. They have everything you need to enjoy your home and garden, from flowers and plants to tools, furniture and homeware. The staff are friendly and helpful, and the prices are reasonable. I especially liked the restaurant, where I had a delicious lunch with a view of the beautiful gardens. They have a deli bar and an in-store butcher, as well as a farm food hall with local produce. The food was fresh and tasty, and the portions were generous. The soft play area was also a big hit with kids, who had a lot of fun while I browsed the store. Dobbies Garden Centre in Lisburn is more than just a garden centre, it's a destination for the whole family. I highly recommend it to anyone who loves gardening, shopping, or just relaxing in a lovely environment. It's one of the best garden centres I've ever been to, and I can't wait to go back!

Cafe was virtually closed around 3.30pm. Hardly any food available bar biscuits, crisps, scones and a couple of buns. Cup for tea was covered in tea stains and no tea spoons either. No skimmed milk available. Had to pour milk from a heavy flask into the smallest ceramic milk jar with a tiny opening - some craic. Not enough comfortable chairs - lots of wooden chairs or wooden benches but few padded seats and any they had were low to the ground and hard to get out of for older people not to mention the low table too. The book selection used to be great but it’s now rubbish. Completely rubbish. Not as many gift items now. Plant selection was fine. Outdoor furniture is seriously overpriced!