Top Cafes in Dorset
Edge Restaurant
45 St Thomas St, Weymouth DT4 8EH, UK | Cafe P: 07542 439523
Rating: 4.8 (169) Price Level:
Lovely friendly cafe. Welcoming. Excellent quality breakfast ingredients and a special welcome for the dog with water and a bowl of treats! Highly recommended we will be back.
Rating: 5 / 5
Huge portions and delicious English staples. You will not leave hungry.
Rating: 5 / 5
One of the best cafe stops in Weymouth. Dog friendly and even gave our dog some biscuits. Great home cooked food served by friendly and enthusiastic staff. Definitely my favourite stop when visiting Weymouth.
Rating: 5 / 5
After hunting around town for something to eat, finally found this cafe. Absolutely loved the menu and food was delicious. Will be back!
Rating: 5 / 5
We visited Weymouth today and it was very windy and sometimes rainy. We looked for somewhere welcoming to eat and spotted this lovely hidden gem. Very cosy and welcoming and excellent food (and cakes if desired). We had a lovely chicken burger dinner, which was beautifully presented and tasted delicious. Very good value at £12.00 or thereabouts. Lovely staff and great value. Thank you 😊.
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
Website not available
Nearby Landmarks:
- The Swan - JD Wetherspoon - 31m away
- The Crown Hotel - 20m away
- The Old Harbour Fish And Chips - 18m away
- Marlboro - 20m away
- Rendezvous & Royal Oak Weymouth - 35m away
LO’s Coffee Shop
R Lukins Fitness, Stud Farm, Pimperne, Blandford Forum DT11 8XA, UK | Coffee Shop P: 07810 433501
Rating: 4.8 (69) Price Level:
Lo's Coffee Shop knows how to turn a Saturday evening into something legendary. We waltzed in as the Wonky Donkeys took the stage – I mean, talk about timing! The night transformed into an epic adventure, with food that could rival any gourmet joint, a great beverage selection and an atmosphere that had me wondering if Hogwarts' enchantment spilled over to this corner. The live music by the Wonky Donkeys? Let's just say they added more magic than a wand-waving wizard. And don't even get me started on the dog-friendly vibes – these folks deserve a round of applause for that. Oh, and the staff? Superheroes in aprons, no doubt. Seating's outdoors, but thank the coffee gods for those blankets that turned into cozy capes as the evening cooled. And if you think the magic stops at night, think again – they've got daytime delights too, from light bites to a coffee selection that could make a barista blush. Trust me, I've got my loyalty card ready because Lo's Coffee Shop just earned a top spot on my map of favorites.
Rating: 5 / 5
Lo and her team are wonderful! Incredible venue, delicious pancake breakfast and unique cake selection. They also have a great music playlist! 🎶 Highly recommend this truly relaxed coffee shop! 🥞☕️🍰
Rating: 5 / 5
We stopped by this lovely little outdoor cafe before setting off back home after a weekend in the area, and I’m so glad we did. Staff were super friendly, the cakes and drinks were really tasty and the atmosphere was chilled. Would definitely visit again when we’re back in the area and I highly recommend. X
Rating: 5 / 5
Wonderful cafe. Lo made us very welcome which is especially appreciated as not all cafes like mountain bikers. She set aside a table for us. The cafe was wonderfully warm, while the weather outside was freezing. The food was excellent & the coffee especially good. We had a great time and we will be back
Features:
- Dine-In
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Wine
- Serves Brunch
- Takeout
- Outdoor Seating
- Live Music
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
- Free Parking Lot
Nearby Landmarks:
- R Lukins Fitness - 32m away
- The Anvil Inn - 486m away
- Pimperne Village Hall - 374m away
- Jlb automotive - 450m away
Finca
50a South St, Dorchester DT1 1DQ, UK | Coffee Shop P: Not available
Rating: 4.9 (27) Price Level:
Just really excellent coffee. They really know their beans. And the staff are friendly and the cakes are great too. I will be getting my coffee here a lot!
Rating: 5 / 5
Best coffee in Dorchester. There’s a reason why there are 3 of them in such a small town! Seating in this one feels a little cramped, especially in the colder months, hence the 4 stars for atmosphere. Baked treats are lovely. Much better than the chain coffee places in town. Support the indie places or they’ll be gone!
Rating: 5 / 5
Such delicious coffee!!! Gutted there isn't one closer to Bournemouth, I would visit alot!!! The chocolate tiffin and salted caramel brownie were divine too! Great choice of cakes and buns. The server was so friendly, I'm sorry I didn't catch her name, but she showed me her gorgeous dog tattoos!
Rating: 5 / 5
Went on a recommendation, it says something when people queue outside for the place to open when the chain coffee shops are already open close by. Excellent espresso based coffee and delicious croissants served by a friendly batista. An easy recommendation.
Rating: 5 / 5
Great coffee, probably one of the best flat White's I have had in a long, long time. Good atmosphere and friendly service. Highly recommended if you want top quality coffee
Features:
- Dine-In
- Takeout
- Outdoor Seating
- Restroom
- Good for Children
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
Nearby Landmarks:
- Waitrose & Partners - 95m away
- Plaza Cinema Dorchester - 102m away
- Dorset Museum & Art Gallery - 134m away
- Blacks - 16m away
- Boots - 56m away
The Posh Partridge Cafe
29 High E St, Dorchester DT1 1HF, UK | Cafe P: 01305 342024
Rating: 4.8 (217) Price Level:
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
Rating: 5 / 5
Amazing. The food never disappoints and the staff are so kind. The cafe is kids friendly with a good kids menu. The soup is amazing too. I would definitely recommend this!
Rating: 5 / 5
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
Had a really lovely lunch today, found a quiet spot upstairs and food was delicious. I’ve been with a friend for cream tea before too, which was lovely. Friendly and attentive service - table service. WiFi available on request.
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.
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:
- Waitrose & Partners - 150m away
- Dorset Museum & Art Gallery - 87m away
- The King's Arms - 27m away
- Corn Exchange - 20m away
- Kwik Fit - Dorchester - 56m away
Bean on the Green Café
8 Fordington Grn, Dorchester DT1 1LU, UK | Cafe P: 01305 753492
Rating: 4.8 (113) Price Level:
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
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.
Rating: 5 / 5
Beautiful food and coffee with lovely attentive staff who were very friendly and super helpful. Food was delicious and cakes were incredible. Handmade on site too. Beautiful scenery. Absolute 10/10
Rating: 5 / 5
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).
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
- Dorset Teddy Bear Museum - 377m away
- Vertu BMW Dorchester - 396m away
- Bay Tree House - 331m away
- Waitrose & Partners - 483m away
White Stones Art Cafe
13 Easton St, Easton, Portland DT5 1BS, UK | Cafe P: 01305 561597
Rating: 4.8 (481) Price Level:
Popped in for a breakfast recently. The staff were friendly and the food was great quality and reasonably priced. Will visit again when in the area.
Rating: 5 / 5
Lovely, arty place for a slow lunch! We visited on a Saturday afternoon at 2.15 and it was gorgeous weather to sit outside amongst the mosaics. There are plenty of seats inside if the weather doesn't play along. Waitresses were friendly. You order at the till, they give you a number to take to your table and then they bring your food. Great choices of food, though our original choice was not available anymore. The substitute was delicious. We had sweet chilli chicken with cheese and chicken tikka (both in a wrap) with cole slaw and crisps. The wraps were toasted so more flat than round and easy to hold and eat. Delicious! Toilets were spotless and with cute wall hangings. Lovely place, I'll visit again if in the area.
Rating: 5 / 5
What a fantastic cafe with friendly staff, good service and well presented food. Wish it was nearer to where we live so that we could visit each often.
Rating: 5 / 5
Great garden area to sit out in the sunshine and lots of interesting art work of Portland on display to buy , chicken and bacon wrap with crisps and coleslaw, cream tea fruit scone with pot of tea .. both excellent !
Rating: 5 / 5
An excellent place to dine or just enjoy a coffee ☕ in a very nice garden.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Beer
- Serves Brunch
- Serves Vegetarian Food
- Takeout
- Outdoor Seating
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Vegetarian Food
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Nearby Landmarks:
- Punch Bowl Inn - 56m away
- Tesco Superstore - 250m away
- Sugar Loaf Cafe - 75m away
- Isle Of Portland - 37m away
- Co-op Food - Portland - Easton Square - 80m away
Bean on the Green Café
8 Fordington Grn, Dorchester DT1 1LU, UK | Cafe P: 01305 753492
Rating: 4.8 (113) Price Level:
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
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
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.
Rating: 5 / 5
Beautiful food and coffee with lovely attentive staff who were very friendly and super helpful. Food was delicious and cakes were incredible. Handmade on site too. Beautiful scenery. Absolute 10/10
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
- Dorset Teddy Bear Museum - 377m away
- Bay Tree House - 331m away
- Vertu BMW Dorchester - 396m away
- Waitrose & Partners - 483m away
The Salt Cellar
2-4 Gold Hill, Shaftesbury SP7 8LY, UK | Restaurant P: 01747 851838
Rating: 4.7 (561) Price Level:
My wife and I, Visited Shaftesbury on Saturday. To do some shopping and check out Gold Hill (Featured in the Hovis advert from the 70's) when we got to the top of Gold Hill we came apon this lovely restaurant. All the staff were lovely. So lovely my wife and I cried. Xx. We have had a lot going on recently. Jo was very kind. The food was amazing. We went for the tuna ciabatta. Lovely.. And then there's the view. Amazing.. Well worth a visit and popping in for something to eat. Xx. Thank you again xxx yours sincerely Steve and Annie and Luna xx
Rating: 5 / 5
This place is located at the top of Gold Hill with beautiful views over the valley. It was a beautiful day so we sat on the benches outside to soak in the beautiful views. The staff were friendly and the service was quick. The menu had plenty of of options and the food was really tasty. If you’re a tourist looking for the feel of England, then definitely come here!
Rating: 5 / 5
This gem did not disappoint yet again! Even if not on the menu, you can still get an amazing omelette here! Great after cycling up Gold Hill :)
Rating: 5 / 5
Great food, service and prices. Excellent view too.
Rating: 5 / 5
My recent visit to Shaftesbury was partly inspired by the Bill Hicks routine from his album “Arizona Bay,” specifically the track “Hooligans,” so I kept repeating in my head as I walked around: “No one knows what it’s like, to be a dustbin, in Shaftesbury with Hooligans.” I was not aware before I arrived that Ridley Scott, the director of some of my favourite films, had directed a bread ad in Shaftesbury in 1973. I learned that while observing the hill used in the ad, and turned to see a cafe called “The Salt Cellar”, it not only offers an amazing view but also delicious food that enhances the scenic beauty, and allows it to be even more enjoyable. I went with family, so had the pleasure of trying a few of their homemade pies, the risotto, and a sandwich. Each dish was a delight, with the pies standing out due to their fantastic pastry, the risotto being perfectly cooked, and the sandwich was excellent. The side salads with the pies, which seemed unusual at first, turned out to be a delicious surprise combo. The range of food and drink options looks extensive and impressive, it was refreshing to find a place with a stunning view that doesn’t rely solely on the scenery to attract customers—the food here is genuinely worth the visit. The service provided by a young gentleman was great, he had a lovely manner, and our food arrived quickly. The excellent service and food was also great because the bill didn’t sting at the end, The Salt Cellar is great value for money. The view alone is worth the look, but I highly recommend making The Salt Cellar your lunch destination if you’re visiting Shaftesbury.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- 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
Nearby Landmarks:
- Gold Hill Museum - 20m away
- Costa Coffee - 21m away
- The Mitre - 43m away
- Dairy House Antiques - 53m away
- Park Walk - 63m away
Finca
41 Great Western Rd, Dorchester DT1 1UF, UK | Coffee Shop P: Not available
Rating: 4.7 (243) Price Level:
Lovely coffee. We always have oat milk lattes and they are delicious. A little on the small side for me, I like a big coffee. But, very nice. Nice selection of cakes and treats too. It overlooks a road, which is hard not to in a town center for the most part, however the other side of the road is green with trees and not just other shop windows which is nice.
Rating: 5 / 5
Finca. Coffee only. I chose this café based on their Google reviews as I’m only passing through so my expectations were raised. Well, I wasn’t disappointed as my cappuccino was totally delicious. Strong, smooth, rich and hot. With chocolate sprinkles added without having to ask. Perfect! You can smell the coffee as soon as get to the front door! 😁 It’s only a small shop but I really loved the decor with the lady serving being very personable. A great location for the Dorchester West train station. Parking nearby Card only
Rating: 5 / 5
Popped in for a proper coffee on our way through Dorchester and this place exceeded expectations. The owner couldn’t have been more happy to go the extra mile for us (filled up our water bottles, showed us the equipment he uses etc.). He is super passionate about coffee and truly knows his craft, which shows.. the coffee is INCREDIBLE. A lot of care goes into each and every cup. Highly recommend checking out this little gem, lovely vibe to the place too, the sweet treats also looked great. Thank you for the great coffee and inspiring chat. We will definitely be checking out other locations and returning to this one!
Rating: 5 / 5
Great coffee place in Dorchester, it has not lost its touch despite opening more shops and becoming a mini coffee chain. The carrot cake was delicious too.
Rating: 5 / 5
Best latte I tasted in a while, you ‘ll see a cafe nero next to it; ignore that and their overburned coffees and come&visit this cafe 🥰 tasty cakes too
Features:
- Dine-In
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Brunch
- Takeout
- Dog Friendly
- Restroom
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Nearby Landmarks:
- Coffee#1 Dorchester - 74m away
- Iceland Supermarket Dorchester - 71m away
- Brewery Square - 213m away
- The King and Thai Restaurant - 11m away
- Plaza Cinema Dorchester - 257m away
Cherries Abbey Farm
Church St, Abbotsbury, Weymouth DT3 4JJ, UK | Restaurant P: 01305 873925
Rating: 4.7 (157) Price Level:
A great atmosphere, excellent menu and helpful and efficient staff team. The whole experience underscored by the ancient Abbey setting and the rolling Dorset landscape. We will return...
Rating: 5 / 5
The food was served promptly and was an excellent combination of flavours and textures. The staff were friendly and attentive.
Rating: 5 / 5
Unreal food. Absolutely excellent. Very very well balanced. Has the vibe of somewhere with an excellent chef, team and ownership - family feel, but with true talent behind it.
Rating: 5 / 5
Lovely place for coffee, cake, meals and small dishes. A real gem on the Dorset coast. The new menu I sublime and staff friendly as ever. Sit outside or inside with dogs welcome and easy excess for all with a carpark out the front. Be back again soon as we always are :).
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- 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:
- Abbotsbury Abbey Remains - 131m away
- The Abbey House - 136m away
- Swan Inn - 283m away
- Abbotsbury Fishing Tackle - 281m away
- The Ilchester Arms Abbotsbury - 322m away