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US$4 - US$63
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Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
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Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Visited for lunch, under new management. Been visiting this place since it first opened. Menu now limited to what it use to be, Great food, but they have over charged for sm jug of custard & cream at £2.50 each to go with desserts. This...should of been pointed out by waitresses before order was taken. As soon as we had finished our dessert waitress brought over card machine even though we had not finished our drinks. I'm a pastry chef by trade and know it does not cost this much to make a large jug of custard. Won't be back ever to be ripped off.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

Early November lunch stop being up from Devon for a few days. Checked TA, chose here. Dog friendly & spotless with friendly staff and attractive menu. Went for mains of avocado and hummus. Gorgeous.

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 28 October 2023 via mobile

This was obviously a popular place. I was super impressed with how the staff managed the constant queue of customers and managed to find tables for everyone in a timely manner, accommodating whether people wanted to sit indoors or outdoors. Friendly efficient staff, lovely food...with plenty of options on the menu, and a nice location. Would highly recommend popping in for lunch or cake if you’re in the area.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 25 October 2023

Best Sausage i've tasted in a long time......MMMMmmm sausagey! Also Dog Friendly. Little bit pricey but i'd pay it again

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 23 October 2023 via mobile

We visited for lunch as a family of 5. We all ate something different from the menu and we all thoroughly enjoyed each dish. The service was super friendly and the food reasonably priced. We will definitely return.

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 17 October 2023 via mobile

Popped in for lunch, food tasty and portions good. Nice menu. It was busy when we were there and they were one staff member short. I think under the circumstances the service was good.

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 15 October 2023

Disappointing compared with previous visits. Welcome lacked warmth. Have never been a big fan of being made to stand in line, waiting to be shown to a table. Question need in autumn and winter,other than half terms etc. But there was no queue so decided...to go for brunch. However, staff need some training in customer service. No smile or welcome. 60s music playing through cheap, tinny sounding speakers is not what you visit such a place of beauty to listen to. Taken to a table and waited ten minutes in hope someone would then come and take our order. Lots of staff walking by, but noone came to speak with us, so we left. Will not choose when we next walk dog in the area. Owners need to ensure attention to first impressions is given and suggest to get rid of the music.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 14 October 2023 via mobile

Stopped in for coffee and cake after driving from York we had a short wait for a table and enjoyed the best flat whites and carrot cake I’ve been served in a very long time.The staff were welcoming and efficient 👍👍

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 11 October 2023 via mobile

Breakfast on last morning before we were homeward bound Excellent just what we wanted Fabulous menu of breakfast specials + excellent coffee Dog friendly too My choice of gf toast & mashed Avocado with poached eggs was absolutely great & thoroughly enjoyed by me Good...prices, polite & friendly staff Definitely recommend this great place They serve lunch & snacks & cakes Outside seating area is great when the weather is warmer & dry We’ll be backMore

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 6 October 2023

We ended up here at about 3pm and had a delicious tea. Excellent scones and freshly made cake! Hugely enjoyed by my visiting American clients!

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 26 September 2023 via mobile

We went twice, Friday 22nd and Monday 25th, the food is gorgeous home cooked, both times they were extremely busy, lovely fresh ingredients and extremely friendly staff, especially Helen, we had a fabulous time and so did Charlie the dog, he had a doggie bag...both times. I really recommend this restaurant.More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 25 September 2023

We had an impromptu visit to this cafe after a walk in the lakes. Prices were reasonable for the location and the food was served quickly. Lovely location next to the river.

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 20 September 2023

It's amazing how one member of staff can change how a customer feels on a first visit. We waited outside to be offered seating inside or out by a very friendly young girl who showed us to our table. Our order was taken by a...very polite young man, who was keen to help and advise on the menu we ordered our food and drinks. This is where sadly another young girl let the whole team down, she dumped the drinks on the table, ignored the customer, was chewing gum, ignored our requests looking away with total disinterest with the job and such a bad attitude (she had long brown straight hair and a blue necklace) Thankfully a chap that served the food which was just great by the way made us feel comfortable again. If the young lady isn't interested in working where she does, keep her away from customersMore

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 17 September 2023 via mobile

Very friendly and helpful staff. We both has scones which were pretty good 8/10. The reason it lost a point was the tea which was tasted really stewed even though there were only 2 bags in the teapot and was freshly poured. Overall though well...worth a visit siting beside the riverMore

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 15 September 2023

Delightful setting, friendly staff, great food. Cannot fault it. Dog and people friendly. We sat outside and it was fab. Sandwich was very well filled and came with slaw and a colourful salad.

Date of visit: September 2023
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Hi folks, Wheelchair access is via the Garden Gate and then either in the back door to the tea room or the far entrance into the Garden Room. Thanks Colin
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