Top Cafes in Piddlehinton, Dorset
Reads Coffee Roasters
Lime Kiln Farm, Thornford Rd, Sherborne DT9 6PS, UK | N/A P: 01935 481010
Rating: 4.9 (37) Price Level:
Well we didn't believe there was a coffee stop here but low and below there is. What a great excuse to have a walk in that direction just so you can have a great cup of coffee and a hot chocolate, a friendly service and a nice stop all set in a rural location.. 🙂👍
Rating: 5 / 5
Been ordering their Sumatra Bourbon espresso beans among others for a while and very happy with the excellent quality. By chance on the way back from a trip to Sherborne Castle, I happened upon their premises. Very friendly and helpful, and bagged some up to order for me. Top notch all around.
Rating: 5 / 5
I'm not a fan of coffee snobbery, or bitter tasting Coffee. Thankfully Reads is neither! Super smooth brew, with welcoming and warm staff! Thanks team! See you soon for another morning 'pick me up'!
Rating: 5 / 5
Absolutely fantastic coffee! Always fresh roasted and packed with flavour, with a great selection. Nicaraguan is amazing. Packed well and delivered quickly, Reads is the only place we’ll buy from in future.
Rating: 5 / 5
Tasty coffee beans! Making some wonderful V60 pourover coffee with the Columbian roast. They offer whole bean or ground, with decaf options (bought the sumatra decaf for my parents). The water in this area seems to make a great cup as well.
Features:
- Takeout
Accessibility Features:
Parking Options:
- Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- The Tea House - 25m away
- Sherborne Household Recycling Centre - 393m away
The Posh Partridge Cafe
29 High E St, Dorchester DT1 1HF, UK | Cafe P: 01305 342024
Rating: 4.8 (219) Price Level:
Had the best Greek salad outside of Greece and my husband had the best Dorset Ploughman's lunch. Really delicious and well-presented food in a small, friendly café. Generous portion sizes too. You can't see the huge chunk of cheddar in the pic as it was behind the huge hunk of wholemeal bread! Highly recommended.
Rating: 5 / 5
Lovely little place. Actually more space in there than you might think. Very nice & friendly staff. Didn't have to wait too long for service & food. Very tasty meals, & excellent sized portions at a very reasonable price. Will certainly visit them again next time I'm in Dorchester.
Rating: 5 / 5
A fantastic cafe, serving delicious, well priced food. We stopped for lunch and enjoyed sandwiches, soup of the day, and the crab bisque, followed by treacle and ginger tart and Bakewell tart. All of this was homemade and the portions were excellent. This cafe is not to be missed!
Rating: 5 / 5
A lovely lunch, luckily we found this one for lunch, only looked for it as I noticed the Sign a bit further down the road. Really good food. It was lovely and quiet for us, but I guess on a busy day would be just as nice as the food is good so this is what matters. Thank you so much. We were passing through Dorchester a few days ago and will certainly visit again.
Rating: 4 / 5
Stopped for lunch at 'The Posh Partridge' when visiting Dorset on a combined business / leisure trip. It was a relaxed and pleasant place for lunch and both the service and the food was quality and nicely presented. The hot Pastrami sandwich I had was very tasty, as was the toasted Brie and Cranberry Panini. The cost for two toasted sandwiches and two diet cokes was £20.80
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Brunch
- Takeout
- Delivery
- Children' Menu
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
Parking Options:
- Paid Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- The King's Arms - 27m away
- Dorset Museum & Art Gallery - 87m away
- Waitrose & Partners - 150m away
- Corn Exchange - 20m away
- Costa Coffee - 34m away
Yalbury Cottage
Yalbury Cottage, Lower Bockhampton, Dorchester DT2 8PZ, UK | Guest House P: 01305 262382
Rating: 4.8 (296) Price Level:
Yalbury Cottage is a place where excellence, friendliness, and quality come together seamlessly. As someone who loves travelling and exploring new cities and places, I have stayed in numerous accommodations, but none compare to Yalbury Cottage. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and look forward to returning to the area. The staff at Yalbury Cottage consistently went out of their way to be friendly and did everything possible to ensure our stay was exceptional. The room exceeded my expectations significantly, with its stunning and unique view. We truly felt as if we were at home, but in a setting with beautiful new scenery. Situated in Dorchester, Yalbury Cottage offers a perfect base to explore the area and nearby cities such as Weymouth. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, have recommended this place to others, and will continue to do so. The bed was incredibly comfortable, and everything was spotlessly and well-organised. Additionally, the thoughtful touch of leaving brownies in our room upon arrival exemplifies their dedication to Yalbury Cottage and their commitment to providing each guest with an exceptional experience. I personally can't wait to return to this charming cottage for another uniquely wonderful stay.
Rating: 5 / 5
Lovely place to stay. Food was beautifully presented and cooked to perfection. The one thing that I would of appreciated (as an older lady) would of been a bath mat in a very slippy bath. Fabulous, would certainly visit again.
Rating: 5 / 5
Absolutely wonderful overnight stay, with excellent breakfast and dinner, extremely comfortable accommodation, highly professional and friendly staff... need I go on? I would unhesitatingly recommend this charming hotel.
Rating: 5 / 5
This is an absolutely amazing place. The staff were extremely attentive, the food was phenominal and definitely worthy of a Michelin star and excellent value too. They really care about service and quality here . The best food that I have eaten in a long time. Thank you so much.
Features:
- Good for Children
Accessibility Features:
Nearby Landmarks:
- Kingston Maurward Equestrian - 319m away
Bean on the Green Café
8 Fordington Grn, Dorchester DT1 1LU, UK | Cafe P: 01305 753492
Rating: 4.8 (114) Price Level:
Waiting for the car to get new tyres fitted at National Tyre (a Halfords Company.....) I stumbled upon this lovely little cafe and all of its quirky contents - staff included. A lovely Americano and a rich, crumbly and packed sausage roll proving to be just the restorative I didn't know I needed - even if it was proffered by the waitress to everyone before finding its way to its rightful consumer... hilarious, as I watched it unfold, and no grudge at all, it should probably write its own travel memoir).
Rating: 5 / 5
adorable little place next to the green, we sat outside on a little table with our dog and enjoyed some savouries, cakes and coffee. the sausage roll and ham and cheese croissants were delicious! the staff were lovely too, thankyou 😊
Rating: 5 / 5
Warm and inviting. Delicious food, very reasonably priced. Blanket provided for 'Hoff the dog' on arrival. Prompt and efficient service, then left to feel at ease to enjoy the lovely atmosphere and ambient decor. Fantastic customer services.Would highly recommend a visit. Thank you for making me feel welcome.
Rating: 5 / 5
Hello 👋 Tiny village atmosphere. Outside on The Green, time stands still. Inside, cosy, creative chic. The array of cakes looked delicious 😋 Simply the best coffee and lovely helpful service.
Rating: 5 / 5
Lovely owners. Mum makes the savoury food and her daughter makes the cakes. A choice of vegetarian and gluten free options alongside full English breakfast etc. Not a huge cafe but charming with seating upstairs as well as down. Chairs and tables are also set out on the green. Supper evenings available and the downstairs setting is super romantic.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Serves Brunch
- Serves Vegetarian Food
- Takeout
- Outdoor Seating
- Live Music
- Children' Menu
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Children
- Vegetarian Food
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
Website not available
Parking Options:
- Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Callaway's Fish & Chips - 52m away
- Shell - 342m away
- The Dinosaur Museum - 411m away
- Howards Peugeot Dorch - 299m away
- Majestic Wine - 406m away
Fables and food
7 Dinham Walk, Poundbury, Dorchester DT1 3WU, UK | Cafe P: 01305 562320
Rating: 4.9 (84) Price Level:
A lovely, friendly café with excellent coffee and an interesting menu. My partner loved his lamb 'flattie', and we both enjoyed trying a delicious South African cake (with an extra slice thrown in for free, as they were closing soon and had leftovers!)
Rating: 5 / 5
Lovely food and host/wait team! We went for the special barbecue lunch and it was lovely as well as great value. My only comment would be that I'd have loved it if the food had been brought in piping hot but it was delicious nonetheless. Definitely revisiting to try other things on their menu.
Rating: 5 / 5
An absolutely brilliant cafe with delicious fresh food, friendly staff and very reasonable prices! The South African cuisine was one I had not tried before, but it was presented brilliantly to me with the wide array of inventive yet authentic dishes on offer. The coffee was also brilliant and the cakes were delicious.
Rating: 5 / 5
Amazing service, beautiful food and a really great selection of gluten free cakes and food options. We felt well looked after and well fed! Also, the coffee is on point!
Rating: 5 / 5
Fables and food has a lovely atmosphere, it is happy and Homely, has incredible food and amazing service. I had the French toast and it came out so well presented and tasted just as good as it looked! This cafe is like no other I’ve been to before as it has such a South African vibe, from the food to the decor! They even sell fresh eggs, cakes and fresh bread. Could not recommend enough!
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Brunch
- Serves Vegetarian Food
- Takeout
- Outdoor Seating
- Children' Menu
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Vegetarian Food
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
- Free Parking Lot
- Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- The Great Field Poundbury - 313m away
- House of Dorchester - 76m away
- The Duchess of Cornwall - 394m away
- Castle View Care Home - 234m away
- Castle Vets - 225m away
The View Coffee Shop Milton Abbas Dorset
Sports Club, Hoggens Down, Milton Abbas, Blandford Forum DT11 0BB, UK | Cafe P: 07774 533883
Rating: 5 (63) Price Level:
We came here for breakfast for my mum's birthday and it did not disappoint! The ingredients are of the highest quality, everything was cooked perfectly and the coffee was great. We were a table of 7 adults and a highchair, and the service was incredibly friendly and professional. The outdoor tables with a view were a perfect way to finish our morning with a coffee and a cannoli. Thank you so much for your hospitality, we look forward to returning soon!
Rating: 5 / 5
Brilliant little cafe in the heart of the beautiful Dorset countryside. Magnificent views. Super friendly staff, lovely food, warm welcomes, and thoughtful touches abound. Tried the spinach and ricotta pastry which was very good.
Rating: 5 / 5
Lovely little coffee shop with amazing views, very friendly staff. Would highly recommend.
Rating: 5 / 5
Fabulous! One of the best coffee stops for cyclists in this corner of Dorset. We're always made very welcome. Great service, great coffee and a lovely selection of food. Great coffee and pastries. A lovely friendly atmosphere, I keep meaning to visit when I'm not on a bike.
Rating: 5 / 5
Popped in for Brunch with 2 friends on a Friday afternoon. Fantastic and friendly service, food was amazing and a great selection of drinks. We sat outside as the sun was shining and it was truly a lovely place to be. Will definitely be going back and would recommend to anyone to go and try.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Brunch
- Serves Vegetarian Food
- Takeout
- Outdoor Seating
- Children' Menu
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Vegetarian Food
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
- Free Parking Lot
- Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Hambro Arms - 428m away
- Woodland Views - 391m away
Pig Shed Farm Shop & Cafe at Dewflock Farm
Dorchester DT2 8NP, UK | Cafe P: 07977 079144
Rating: 5 (1) Price Level:
Features:
- Dine-In
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Brunch
- Takeout
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
Parking Options:
- Free Parking Lot
- Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Dorset Farm Camping at Dewflock Farm - 36m away
The Secret Garden Café
19 South St, Dorchester DT1 1BS, UK | Vegan Restaurant P: 01305 457300
Rating: 4.6 (293) Price Level:
Hoestly GOATED experience. Best cafe in dorch fr fr. service was lovely and the person I was with had the special which I believe if I recall was the mushroom and butter bean burger and they LOVED IT. 11/10!!!
Rating: 5 / 5
Great little cafe. Stopped here for tea and a light snack on our way to Cornwall. Was pleasantly surprised at the number of gluten free options. Millionaire shortbread was delicious!!
Rating: 5 / 5
This is easily becoming my favourite cafe in Weymouth. The location is great, just moments from the harbour side in the bustling brewers quay area. They have a sizeable outside seating area for those dry days and a cosy dining area inside. The staff are wonderfully accommodating and lovely with our children, they are always offered colouring books and numerous high chairs are available. Now the food...it is lovely. It is all vegetarian or vegan, but even as a meat lover I always find something to eat. A personal favourite is the poutine, fries with melted cheese covered in the most delicious mushroom gravy - it is gorgeous! The extensive waffle menu is a firm hit with all ages, with choices to suit all. From waffles doused in chocolate to lovely fruit toppings. If you are in the area, I would wholeheartedly suggest you pop by for lunch.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Serves Brunch
- Serves Vegetarian Food
- Takeout
- Outdoor Seating
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Vegetarian Food
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
Parking Options:
- Paid Parking Lot
- Paid Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Plaza Cinema Dorchester - 119m away
- Dorset Museum & Art Gallery - 261m away
- Post Office - 53m away
- Waitrose & Partners - 158m away
- Waterstones - 44m away
Griddle at the Piddle
Enterprise park, Dorchester DT2 7UA, UK | Caterer P: 07500 372712
Rating: 4.6 (27) Price Level:
Lovely food at amazing prices. Always welcomed with a smile
Rating: 5 / 5
Popped in twice while waiting for a job to be done on my car. The staff were lovely had a mini breakfast which was delicious and went back a little later for a hot chocolate again very tasty and had the privilege of having the local cat come and visit and sit up with me. Felt compelled to leave a review after how lovely the staff were and excellent food at a very reasonable price. Thank you
Rating: 5 / 5
Extremely friendly staff who always provide delicious, affordable & filling meals. I can honestly say we are all obsessed and are having to try and restrain ourselves from ordering every day!
Rating: 5 / 5
First in for Breakfast today ,great staff & great Breakfast Carnt Fault it 😀👍👍👍
Features:
- Takeout
Nearby Landmarks:
- Knighton Countryside Management Ltd - 135m away
- NJT Mechanics - 47m away
- Enterprise Park - Piddlehinton - 139m away
- Bride Valley Recovery and Ashley Wood Recovery - 385m away
- Hunt Forest Group (Dorchester) - 177m away
YC's Cafe
Dukes Fine Art Salesroom, Copper St, Dorchester DT1 1GA, UK | Cafe P: 01305 260185
Rating: 4.7 (191) Price Level:
Great place for breakfast, reasonable prices and really good quality ingredients. The service was really friendly too so had a great time.
Rating: 5 / 5
Had some delicious food here for brunch , made by chef Maria. Was extremely tasty!
Rating: 4 / 5
Friendly accommodating staff were good about my girlfriend's allergies and swapping ingredients round. The food was also good and tasty. Only gripe was the full breakfast coming with only one slice of toast which wasn't anywhere near enough to soak up all the breakfast goodies - surely 2 slices a minimum! Offering breakfast with a hot drink like some places do would have definitely got 5 stars. Would go again.
Rating: 5 / 5
Absolutely adorable little cafe with the sweetest service, great prices and really yummy food! Forgot to take a picture of my BLT but my partner had mushrooms, eggs and avocado on toast and we both loved every bite! Will definitely be back :)
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Serves Brunch
- Takeout
- Outdoor Seating
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Nearby Landmarks:
- Brewery Square - 57m away
- Maumbury Rings Roman Amphitheatre - 137m away
- Duke's - 6m away
- ODEON Dorchester - 81m away
- Fairfield Long Stay Car Park - 142m away