Hot Specials in Colchester
Specials, Breakfast & Jackets Potatoes
If you are looking for comforting, freshly prepared hot specials in Colchester, Bon Appetit offers a rotating selection of hot lunches, breakfast favourites and jacket potatoes, all cooked fresh in our shop. This page brings together our most popular hot food options in one place, making it easy to choose a filling meal whether you are popping in on your lunch break or ordering ahead.
Our hot food menu is designed to be simple, satisfying and great value, with generous portions and clear pricing across all dishes.
Fresh Hot Food, Breakfasts and Jacket Potatoes
This section brings together our most popular hot lunch takeaway options, including hot specials, breakfast dishes and jacket potatoes. Everything listed is prepared fresh and served hot, making it ideal for lunch, brunch or a warming takeaway.
You will find a mix of classic comfort meals, hearty breakfasts and customisable jacket potatoes, all made to order where possible. Availability can vary depending on the day, particularly for soups and daily specials.
Hot Specials
Chicken, pesto penne pasta £6.00
Cajun potato wedges with either Sriracha sauce or mayo £6.00
King prawns, sweet chilli rice pot £6.00
Chilli Dog – Sausage, homemade chilli and cheese in a baguette £6.00
Chicken curry & rice £6.00
Chilli con carne & rice £6.00
Bolognese & penne pasta £6.00
Lentil Ragu & penne pasta £6.00
Mac N Cheese £6.00
Homemade soup with bread roll £5.00
(Soups made daily, check our Facebook & Instagram pages, alternatively call and ask us)
Breakfast Specials
Bon Appetit Breakfast Baguette with sausage, bacon, beans & 2 fried eggs £6.50
Bacon or sausage sandwich with a hot drink £6.00
Bon Appetit Breakfast with 2 sausages, 2 bacon, 2 eggs, beans and toast £6.50
Scrambled eggs, smoked salmon on toast £6.50
Jacket potatoes
Jacket Potatoes with 1 topping £5.00
Cheese
Baked Beans
Homemade Coleslaw
With Tuna £5.50
With Chilli, Curry or Prawns £6.00
1 Additional topping 50p
2 Additional toppings 60p
3 Additional toppings 70p
These dishes are especially popular with local workers and regular customers looking for lunch specials that are filling, affordable and reliable. If you are unsure what is available on the day, calling ahead is always recommended.
Sweet Treats to Finish Your Meal
Chocolate Brownies £1.80
Crisps 65p
Chocolate Bar (Wispa Gold or KitKat) 75p
Our sweet treats are the perfect add-on to any hot meal or lunch order. Whether you are grabbing something quick or treating yourself after a main meal, these options pair well with both hot food and drinks.
All sweet treats are available for takeaway and can be added to your order when you visit the shop.
Hot and Cold Drinks Available
To complete your meal, we offer a range of hot and cold drinks suitable for takeaway. From bottled soft drinks to freshly made coffee and tea, there is something to suit every preference.
Dairy-free milk options are available, and reusable cup discounts are offered in-store. Drinks can be ordered alongside any of our breakfast specials in Colchester or hot lunch dishes.
Cold Drinks:
Coca Cola: £1.80
Coke Zero / Oasis / Fizzy Drinks: £1.40
Bottled Water (Small): £1.20
Bottled Water (Large): £1.50
Flavours may vary
Hot Drinks:
Coffee (Latte, Cappuccino, Americano, White): £3.00
Tea (English Breakfast, Green, Camomile): £3.00
Syrup Shot: +20p
Dairy-free milk available. Reusable cup discounts offered.
Why Choose Bon Appetit for Homemade Hot Food
Bon Appétit is known locally for serving homemade hot food in Colchester. Every dish is prepared with care using simple, well-chosen ingredients, and our friendly team takes pride in offering reliable quality and great value.
We are an independent business with a strong reputation built on regular customers. Many people return week after week for our daily hot specials, welcoming service and convenient town centre location.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you make your hot specials fresh each day?
Yes. Our hot food is prepared daily, and some items, such as soups and specials, may change depending on availability.
Can I order hot food to take away?
All hot specials, breakfasts and jacket potatoes are available for takeaway. Many customers order ahead to save time during busy lunch periods.
Are there vegetarian options available?
Yes. We regularly offer vegetarian dishes, including pasta options, soups and jacket potato toppings. Availability can vary, so please ask in-store or call ahead.
Order Hot Specials in Colchester Today
If you are looking for a satisfying hot lunch, a hearty breakfast or a freshly made jacket potato, Bon Appétit makes it easy. Visit us on Crouch Street or get in touch to check what is cooking today and place your order.
Visit Us
29a Crouch Street
Colchester
CO3 3EN
Opening Hours
M-F: 8am - 2pm
Deliveries 9am - 2pm
