The Old Joanna

Avondale House, 4 Silver St, Trowbridge BA14 8AA, United Kingdom
+44 1225 768887
$$$ Restaurant or cafe
(25 Reviews)
Price Range £1–10

Welcome to The Old Joanna, a charming café nestled in the heart of Trowbridge at Avondale House, 4 Silver St. This delightful eatery combines a warm, inviting atmosphere with a menu that pleases both the palate and the soul. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, The Old Joanna is a must-visit destination that promises a refreshing experience.

Step inside and you’ll be greeted by a stunning interior, complete with unique musical elements that create an enriched ambiance. The café is designed to be both cozy and eclectic, making it the perfect spot to relax after a day of shopping or exploring Trowbridge. Customers rave about the friendly, attentive service from the staff who truly make you feel like part of the family. As described by one satisfied guest, the atmosphere is incredibly chilled, providing a perfect backdrop for unwinding with a cup of your favorite beverage.

The menu at The Old Joanna features a delightful selection of comforting dishes, focusing on fresh, local ingredients. You can savor the heartwarming homemade lentil soup, a must-try that has garnered rave reviews, or enjoy a sumptuous cheese and ham toasted sandwich paired with your choice of refreshing drink. For sweet lovers, there’s also a delightful toasted tea cake that is simply irresistible. The café prides itself on being dog-friendly, welcoming your furry friends to accompany you as you enjoy your meal.

Guests have praised the unexpected musical touch of a self-playing piano, which adds an enchanting layer to your dining experience. Imagine enjoying a delicious meal while soft melodies enhance the ambiance—truly a memorable experience! Lucia Chadwick captures this perfectly, saying it was a "lovely place to stumble upon" with beautiful, relaxing music to accompany her refreshing cup of tea.

With its unique charm and excellent food, The Old Joanna not only satisfies your hunger but also rejuvenates your spirit. Make sure to stop by during your next visit to Trowbridge for a truly delightful experience that you will look forward to returning to time and again.

If you are in the area, don't miss the chance to indulge in the culinary magic of The Old Joanna – it'll be an experience that lingers on your palate long after the last sip of your drink.

For inquiries or to place an order, feel free to call them at +44 1225 768887. Good food, warm hospitality, and exquisite music await!

Service options
On-site services available
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Popular for
Good for solo dining
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Openings Hours

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Wednesday

9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Thursday

9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Friday

9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Saturday

9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Sunday

Closed

25 Reviews
Kawali

03 Oct 2025

Stunning design ! Have a musical elements, that was wonderful!! Food is excellent and impeccable. We tried soup, drinks, hot dog, we love all of it and dog friendly here.

Tony Powell

16 Sep 2025

Whilst visiting Trowbridge recently my wife and I called into The Old Joanna cafe. We were made to feel very welcome by a really friendly and helpful member of staff. My wife had a bowl of delicious lentil soup and I had a cheese and ham toasted sandwich also delicious along with a cappuccino. Next time we are in the area we will definitely call into The Old Joanna Cafe again. (Also they let us take our dog in).

Paul Ivory

15 Sep 2025

Popped into here today whilst in town and had tea and toasted sandwiches. A very tastefully set out, locally owned, independent cafe that serves a limited but nice menu. Good selection of soup and sandwiches. The piano came on at one point which was lovely and relaxing to listen to. Deserves support and somewhere we'll aim to call in again from time to time.

Liz T

10 Sep 2025

Friendly staff, chilled atmosphere and good food! Love the self-playing piano

Lucia Chadwick

31 Aug 2025

What a lovely place to stumble upon while shopping in Trowbridge. If only the rest of Trowbridge could be as quirky and cute as Silver St. Thank you for a refreshing cup of tea, yummy toasted tea cake and beautiful, relaxing music from your talented pianist x

David Hughes

23 Aug 2025

What an amazing caffe this is, with a wonderful relaxing atmosphere. The coffee and food ordered were very well prepared and delivered to the table by the proprietor, a very friendly and enthusiastic young lad. The pianola is a real novelty, delivering great music from the forties and fifties. I'm sure other tunes from different era's are available as well, the ones I heard did the trick for me, I found it hard to leave. Well done on creating such a pleasant and warming experience.

Adrian Robinson

09 Aug 2025

Good coffee, nice decor. A bit limited on cakes/biscuits but what there is is fine. Real piano music as a background is a nice touch. Nice decor, very clean toilet.

Rosie Eliot

22 Jun 2025

This is a little gem of an independent cafe in the centre of Trowbridge. The coffee is delicious and the cheese and tomato toastie in thick nutty brown bread was lovely, hot and fresh. The decor is fabulous with loads of room around the tables and chairs. It has a beautiful high ceiling and a self playing piano tinkering away peacefully. The staff are knowledgeable and very friendly.I would give it six stars if I could...

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