Green Toast
£7.95
(Sourdough bread, served with avocado spread, goats curd cheese, cherry tomatoes, pomegranate seeds mixed & nuts) N
Green Toast
(Sourdough bread, served with avocado spread, goats curd cheese, cherry tomatoes, pomegranate seeds mixed & nuts) N
Lost in the Sea
(Sourdough bread, avocado spread, goats curd cheese, Smoked salmon, cherry tomatoes, poached egg, pomegranate seeds & mixed nuts) N
Mario's Favourite
(Sourdough bread, avocado spread, bacon, goats curd cheese, cherry tomatoes, poached egg, pomegranate seeds &mixed nuts) N
How Grandma likes
(2 free range fried eggs, freshly baked bread, cherry and sundried tomatoes, feta cheese, avocado, pot of yoghurt and berries)
Full on Breakfast
(2 free range eggs, bacon, sausage, cherry tomatoes, mixed leaf salad, Portobello mushroom, hashbrown, baked beans, goats curd cheese, served with freshly baked bread and butter)
Sunny veggie breakfast
(2 free range eggs, cherry tomatoes, mixed leaf salad, avocado, roasted bell peppers, baked beans,hashbrown, Portobello mushroom, served with freshly baked bread and butter)
Vegan Breakfast
(Cherry tomatoes, mixed leaf salad, avocado roasted bell peppers, baked beans, hash brown, Portobello mushroom, served with freshly baked bread)
Breakfast Pizzeta
(Mozzarella base, 2 free range fried eggs, sausage, bacon, baked beans fresh parsley)
Dough pancakes - Nutella one
(Nutella&fresh berries)
Dough pancakes - Berry Morning
(yoghurt,jam&fresh berries)
Dough pancakes - American Dream
(Maple syrup&crispy bacon)
Italian Olives
Fries
Truffle Fries
Courgette Fries
Garlic Bread
Mozzarella Bread
Grilled Halloumi with Chilli Jam
Posh Bruschetta
(Cherry tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, onion, parmesan, garlic oil, parmesan shavings)
Wild Mushroom Truffle mozzarella Arancini
Garden Salad
(Mixed salad, red onion,cucumber,tomato,olives,vinaigratte dressing, feta cheese)
Rocket Salad
(Rocket, cherry tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, parmesan shavings)
Deep fried Calamari
(Fried Calamari, served with spicy mayo and fresh Lemon)
Deep Fried Brie Cheese
(Served with cherry sauce and freshly baked bread)
King Prawns
(King prawns cooked in white wine, chilli garlic butter, parsley, served with freshly baked bread (4pc))
Margherita
(Tomato sauce, mozzarella, extra virgin olive oil, basil leaves)
Pepperoni and more
(Tomato sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, chorizo, basil leaves)
Wild Forest
(Mozzarella, gorgonzola, wild mushrooms, garlic butter, infused truffle oil, pine nuts) N
Bruschetta Amore Mio?
(Mozzarella, garlic butter, fresh tomatoes,sun-dried tomatoes, onion, parmesan shavings, basil)
Tuna Pizza
(Tomato base, mozzarella, tuna, black olives, fresh onion)
Viva La Spain
(Tomato base, mozzarella, chorizo, padron peppers, yoghurt)
Alla Diavola
(Tomato base,mozzarella, spicy salami, mushrooms,fresh chilli,rocket)
Auntie Bella
(Tomato base, mozzarella, garlic butter, roasted bell peppers, goats cheese, olives, pesto)
Italian in love
(Tomato base, mozzarella, spicy Nduja sausage, Parma ham, truffle oil)
Quattro Formaggi
(Four cheeses: Mozzarella, Gorgonzola,Brie cheese, goats cheese)
Pistachio e Mortadella
(Pesto base,mozzarella,mortadella ham, burrata cheese, crushed pistachios, parmesan, basil) N
Everyone's Favourite
(Slow cooked spiced Harissa lamb, Garlic butter, mozzarella, fresh onion, pomegranate seeds, fresh yoghurt and herb dressing)
Slow cooked Harissa Lamb Mac & cheese
(All macaroni cooked with bechamel sauce, mozzarella, parmesan)
Broccoli& crispy Pancetta Mac & cheese
Wild Mushroom & Truffle and Gorgonzola Mac & cheese
Slow cooked Lamb Hoagie
(Harissa spiced lamb, fresh onion, pomegranate seeds, herbs yoghurt, served in freshly baked bread)
Parma Ham Hoagie
(Parma ham, shaved parmesan, rocket, truffle mayo served in freshly baked bread)
Cuckoo Club Sandwich
(Avocado spread, grilled chicken, lettuce, crispy bacon, spicy mayo, served in freshly baked bread)
Chicken Caesar Salad
(Romaine lettuce, parmesan shavings, Grilled chicken, croutons home made Caesar dressing)
Plain Mac& cheese
Chicken & Chips
Teddy Bear Margherita
Teddy Bear Pepperoni
Salted Caramel Biscoff Cheesecake
Pistachio Bomboloni
(Served with vanilla ice-cream) N
Sweet Dough Balls (Nutella/Caramel/Pistachio Cream)
(Choose your sauce)
Tiramisu
(Coffee flavoured Italian dessert)
Ice cream
(Choose your flavour: Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry) (1 scoop)
Italian Olives
Garlic Bread
Vegan Mozzarella Bread
Fries
Truffle Fries
Vegan Posh Bruschetta
(cherry&sun-dried tomatoes, garlic oil)
Vegan Garden Salad
(mixed salad, red onion, cucumber, tomato, olives, vinaigrette dressing)
Vegan Margherita
(tomato sauce, vegan cheese, extra virgin olive oil, basil)
Vegan Wild Forest
(Vegan cheese, wild mushrooms, pine nuts, thyme, truffle oil)
Vegan Auntie Bella
(Vegan cheese, tomato sauce, roasted bell peppers, olives, basil)
Sweet Dough Balls With Fruit Jam
Spaghetti Napoli
Linguini, Tomato Sauce, Basil, Carrots & Onion
Linguine Carbonara
Cream, Egg Yolk, Parmesan
Spaghetti Bolognese
Minced Beef, Tomato Sauce, Basil, Carrot, Onion
Lasagne
Minced Beef, Béchamel, Parmesan
Penne Pollo e Funghi
Chicken, Mushrooms, Onion, Garlic, Cream
Penne alla Salmone
Smoked Salmon, Onion, Brandy, Cream
Penne Arrabbiata
Chopped Tomatoes, Garlic, Chillies, Basil
Linguine Frutti di Mare
Mixed Seafood, Cherry Tomatoes, White Wine, Garlic
If you're on the hunt for indulgent desserts that balance creativity with quality ingredients, the Cuckoo Dough Menu at their Colchester location is a must-try. Located conveniently at 12 Short Wyre St, this dessert haven doesn’t just offer treats-it delivers a full-on sensory experience.
As a food reviewer with a passion for artisanal desserts, I was impressed by the diverse selection of cookie dough combinations. Their menu features something for every sweet tooth-from rich, gooey classics like Double Chocolate Fudge to more adventurous creations like Biscoff & White Choc Swirl. The portion sizes are generous, and the presentation is visually delightful, served warm with optional toppings like gelato, marshmallows, or crushed Oreos.
One of the key differentiators is the texture and depth of flavor. Unlike many cookie dough spots that lean overly sweet, Cuckoo Dough gets it right. The dough is baked just enough to hold structure while remaining soft and rich in the center. The Salted Caramel Brownie Bomb, for example, has a perfect balance of saltiness and sweetness, elevated with a molten caramel core.
From a customer experience perspective, the staff at this Colchester location were friendly, knowledgeable, and eager to recommend pairings based on preferences. The interior is clean, quirky, and Instagram-worthy-perfect for casual hangouts or a sweet date night.
While prices may be slightly higher than a typical dessert chain, the premium quality and originality justify the cost. My only suggestion would be offering more plant-based or gluten-free options to broaden appeal.
In summary, the Cuckoo Dough Menu stands out for its rich variety, quality craftsmanship, and fun-loving approach to dessert. Whether you're a local or visiting Colchester, this spot is a delightful destination for cookie dough enthusiasts.