# Gaia, Colchester — Reviews & Opening Hours > Gaia — Bistro in Colchester with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.8/5 from 120 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/colchester/restaurants/gaia (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Bistro # Gaia East Bergholt, COLCHESTER [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=3487727270765657337&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Gaia](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/110911064221865660687) **In short:** Gaia is a bistro in Colchester, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 120 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Gaia Gaia serves Latin-inspired food at Fountain House Tea Room in East Bergholt. The menu includes salsas and a range of sweet and savoury dishes. Coffee is available alongside the food offering. Portion sizes are generous and pricing is considered good value. The venue accommodates groups and takes bookings. Food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ## Opening hours **Monday** Closed **Tuesday** 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM **Wednesday** 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM **Thursday** 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM **Friday** 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM **Saturday** 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM **Sunday** Closed ## What's nearby - The Red Lion next door - Grier & Partners next door - Day Lewis Pharmacy East Bergholt next door - St Mary the Virgin Church 200m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this cafe's delicious Latin-inspired food, including flavorful salsas, and a wide variety of sweet and savory treats. They also highlight the excellent coffee, generous portion sizes, and great value for money. Guests mention the warm, friendly atmosphere and attentive staff, noting it's a welcoming and unique place. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.8 / 5 (120 reviews) **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Colchester Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1838663). [More restaurants in Colchester](https://staycation.co.uk/colchester/restaurants) ★ 4.8 (120 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £10 – £20 [07903 730172](tel:07903730172) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Colchester **Plus Code** 9F33X2C6+JH ### 🏨 Places to stay near Colchester Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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