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Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch
CUISINES
Cafe, British, Healthy, Soups
FEATURES
Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Free Wifi, Table Service
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Reviewed 5 weeks ago via mobile

Service was quick and brilliant. I only had to wait 5 minutes for food. Staff were helpful and kind. The food was very generous and very tasty and there was a wide range of food to choose from. Placed in a nice town with lots...of shops and cafés. Overall I would recommend coming to this café for lunch.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Robin Samways aka sengrumbleweed, Owner at The Trading Post & Cafe, responded to this reviewResponded 4 weeks ago

Great review thank you so much and hope to see you again soon

Reviewed 27 October 2023 via mobile

We stumbled across the Trading Post quite by accident but are so glad that we did. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming and the food was delicious. We will definitely return.

Date of visit: October 2023
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Robin Samways aka sengrumbleweed, Owner at The Trading Post & Cafe, responded to this reviewResponded 29 October 2023

Thank you so much for those kind words very much appreciated hope to see you again soon

Reviewed 14 September 2023

Fabulous wholesome lunch and brilliant curios for sale. The whole town is a gem. Stop by if you are in Dorset.

Date of visit: September 2023
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Robin Samways aka sengrumbleweed, Owner at The Trading Post & Cafe, responded to this reviewResponded 16 September 2023

Thank you loved your review we hope to see you again soon

Reviewed 31 August 2023

Lovely, slightly query cafe with great food and service. Really interesting menu and lovely surroundings.

Date of visit: August 2023
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Robin Samways aka sengrumbleweed, Owner at The Trading Post & Cafe, responded to this reviewResponded 2 September 2023

Thank you for your review very much appreciated

Reviewed 11 August 2023

We met friends for lunch in Beaminster and discovered this gem by accident Fabulous food especially great choice for vegetarians and fabulous value for money None of cliché veggie options Love it

Date of visit: August 2023
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Robin Samways aka sengrumbleweed, Owner at The Trading Post & Cafe, responded to this reviewResponded 18 August 2023

Thank you for your lovely feedback it’s so important to us

Reviewed 10 August 2023

A refreshing change from standard cafe and pub menus. Lunch was an explosion of brilliant flavours and tastes. Avoid bringing diehard meat eaters who won’t be satisfied with a beautiful, healthy vegetarian offering. Service was absolutely fantastic and friendly especially towards our rough collie who...was given a special treat too.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Robin Samways aka sengrumbleweed, Owner at The Trading Post & Cafe, responded to this reviewResponded 18 August 2023

What a lovely feedback made us all feel so good thank you

Reviewed 12 April 2023

A very pleasant venue for coffee and toast. All the staff were charming and friendly, serving very good quality vegetarian food. The granary toast from Evershot Bakery, as simple as it was; tasted flavoursome and fresh. The cafe was full of old world charm, but...kept clean and spotless. It made a most welcome break.More

Date of visit: April 2023
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Robin Samways aka sengrumbleweed, Owner at The Trading Post & Cafe, responded to this reviewResponded 18 August 2023

Thank you for your wonderful feedback

Reviewed 11 March 2023 via mobile

Best vegetable soup I've ever had! Chunky, tasty & beautifully presented with fresh granary bread. A perfect warm up in the March drizzle.

Date of visit: March 2023
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No1Robin, Owner at The Trading Post & Cafe, responded to this reviewResponded 12 March 2023

Thank you always grand to get a top review hope to see you soon

Reviewed 4 March 2023 via mobile

Every time I come to visit my parents here, I pop into this wonderful vegetarian cafe. The staff are so friendly and the food is to die for. I strongly recommend the Leek, Mac 'n' Cheese. Thanks again guys. See you next ime I'm in...town.More

Date of visit: March 2023
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No1Robin, Owner at The Trading Post & Cafe, responded to this reviewResponded 12 March 2023

Thank you always a pleasure to see you …glad you liked the leek & mac n cheese

Reviewed 16 February 2023 via mobile

Fantastic selection of vegetarian food with incredibly friendly service and a lovely atmosphere. I had the 'soul bowl' and was so stuffed afterwards. It was a gorgeous selection of different salads- beautiful to eat and to look at! My partner had avocado rarebit on toast...and he said it was amazing! It was a very casual and dog friendly place which we would definitely recommend.More

Date of visit: February 2023
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No1Robin, Owner at The Trading Post & Cafe, responded to this reviewResponded 18 February 2023

Thank you for a lovely review so happy you enjoyed your visit ….see you soon😁

Reviewed 30 January 2023 via mobile

Friendly vegetarian family run restaurant in the lovely market town of Beaminster. The food is tasty and beautifully prepared. Would also recommend the cakes. Very welcoming and dog friendly too. Interesting side line in antiques.

Date of visit: January 2023
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No1Robin, Owner at The Trading Post & Cafe, responded to this reviewResponded 5 February 2023

Thank you so pleased you had a good visit hope to see you again soon

Reviewed 24 November 2022 via mobile

This is without a doubt the friendliest, stylish and cosies welcoming cafe you can wish for. The food is first class and the staff are just lovely. Helpful, nothings a problem,and always smiling. One thing I look for is consistency. Hard to find these days....Please don't go there as I want to keep it as my well-kept secret.More

Date of visit: November 2022
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No1Robin, Owner at The Trading Post & Cafe, responded to this reviewResponded 26 November 2022

Thank you for your review much appreciated hope to see you soon

Reviewed 18 November 2022 via mobile

Just wanted to leave another positive review on this wonderful cafe. Myself and my girlfriend visit my parents in this quait town. We always pop into this place for food and drinks and are never ever disappointed. The staff are so friendly and attentive to...all your requirements. Thank you again. Darren & Emma.More

Date of visit: November 2022
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No1Robin, Owner at The Trading Post & Cafe, responded to this reviewResponded 26 November 2022

Thank you so much greatly appreciated

Reviewed 15 November 2022 via mobile

This cafe is a complete gem, offering high quality, delicious and healthy food. Being a vegetarian I was in heaven. The menu is imaginative and the cooling is excellent

Date of visit: November 2022
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No1Robin, Owner at The Trading Post & Cafe, responded to this reviewResponded 17 November 2022

Thank you for your lovely revue a pleasure to have you in our cafe

Reviewed 6 November 2022

We have eaten here several times and whilst we are not vegetarians the breakfasts are the best , full of flavour and wholesome. The coffee which they serve is also top class. There's also plenty to peruse as the place is dotted with antiques and...quirky collectablesMore

Date of visit: October 2022
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No1Robin, Owner at The Trading Post & Cafe, responded to this reviewResponded 7 November 2022

Thank you a pleasure to see you

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Yes, The Trading Post & Cafe offers takeaway services.

The Trading Post & Cafe is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 5
  • Service: 5
  • Value: 5
  • Atmosphere: 5