The Best Cafes in Abshot, Hampshire, United Kingdom (2025)

I've been here a few times, usually whilst my husband is getting his haircut up the road. I always have a coffee and cake which is always amazing. The caramel chocolate slice is lovely. Only giving 4 stars for service due to popping in a few weeks ago and stood there for maybe 5 minutes and no one came to serve me or the other bloke in front of me so I went somewhere else. I couldn't see anyone to ask either. Otherwise every other time I have visited since its been wonderful. a very friendly place. A plus that it's dog friendly too and the dog shop across the road is handy 😊

An absolutely amazing place, one to visit from near or far. My first time in Fareham and looking for a cafe to enjoy a warm drink my friend and I spotted Edwards. With a well presented and eye-catching exterior we looked closer to find that not only did this store front offer hot drinks and food, but also housed a hairdressers, this had to be seen to be believed. Stepping in we were greeted with an intelligently decorated interior, replete with hanging plants and colourful, comfortable furniture. To the rear of the store is the hairdressers, which looked popular and equally well presented. We made our way to the cafe counter and were warmly greeted by a member of staff who allowed us to peruse the menu and boards at our own pace, we then sat at a lovely little table by the window in two wonderfully comfortable lounge chairs. After an opportunity to look over the menu at our table the host came and took our order, also being happy to answer our questions about the stores unique dual purpose. The food was freshly prepared and presented to us upon gorgeous tableware. I had the soup of the day, one of two available, and was delighted with its flavour and quality. What had started as intrigue turned to a delightful visit, which I would recommend to all when in Fareham. Whether living locally or passing through Edwards Coffee lounge is a must try.

I’ve come here a couple of times for coffee whilst working on my laptop. Staff are very welcoming and accommodating. Very nice coffee too. Such a nice atmosphere.

Dropped in today after doing a spot of book and present-hunting. Cappuccino very nice as was the cheese scone, though it was a touch on the enormous side. Lady behind the counter very friendly and helpful. Decent value and speedy service...

I found this bakery online and decided to give it a try based on the positive reviews. The queue out the door told was a good sign. I can honestly say this is the best bakery I have found so far, outside of London. The donuts are not to be missed. So tasty, fluffy and soft. They are proper yeast donuts and some of the best I've ever tasted, anywhere. Another winner, and a first for me, was the lardy cake. The small was massive and enough to share. I have nothing to compare these to but I have a hard time imagining them getting any better. Everything purchased was enjoyee. This will definitely be my go to bakery going foward.

Visited this bakery after a recommendation and must agree with other reviews this bakery is fantastic. For a real traditional/old school feel about it. So much on offer savoury & sweet. Very friendly staff and prices are incredibly reasonable. Gingerbread and Viennese finger were to die for.

Soothills is legendary... I've been going there since a child and they never fail to deliver. Always a great selection, the prices are very competitive for top quality food. Cannot fault them. Always having a queue of customers out the door tells you they've got it right!

Gorgeous little bakery that my friend recommended to me after her having been a regular customer for years! Had the vegetable lattice and apple crumble slice, both were absolutely scrumptious. Genuinely cannot wait to visit again.

This is a wonderful little cafe. The food was delicious and they had amazing catering for allergies. As someone who is gluten and dairy free they could offer me smoothies, milkshakes, ice cream, gluten free panini and bagels with dairy free cheese. The cakes were delicious according to other people in the party. Plus the prices were very reasonable.

Absolutely love it here! Views are almost as good as the homemade cakes, lovely environment. Very friendly and helpful staff. If you haven't yet, definitely visit!

Went to Tides coffee shop after work for a slice of cake. The staff were so friendly and welcoming and the cakes were delicious! Would highly recommend if you are craving a sweet treat! It is also in a very pretty area, next to the sea with swans swimming around

Although the staff were friendly, the service was a bit laid back - I felt like I had to go up and order. It was as a little cold inside so we kept our coats on. The smoked salmon bagel was excellent but my jacket potato with beef chilli was a bit disappointing because it had been microwaved, rather than baked. We might go there again.

The food is great, it was so good we had to order a side for more. The milkshakes were really good and there was a diverse amount of options and it was really easy today find something for my really picky eater daughter. The toilets were great as well and really spacious. I would highly recommend. The food service was also great as all of it came in the time I went to the toilet. I would very highly recommend going.

Staff here are amazing. Sat in the cafe for a few hours working and the staff service to me and to everyone else over that time was first class - clearing tables, talking to customers, opening the main door, constantly making sure the customers have what they need and are happy. Place was spotless. Rarely see places with this much care for their customers.

Just had the most amazing breakfast and a coffee which was cooked to perfection. Breakfast was cooked fresh to order and delivered really quickly by friendly staff. Lovely clean restaurant which I highly recommend.

Glad to see it's still going. Lovely lunch today. Would just ask the lady with the dark hair please speak more slowly when going through things, us and the other table struggled with grasping everything as it was reeoed off so quickly!! Lovely place and we will be back :)

I recently hosted a private party for my 80-year-old mother at Cackleberry’s, and I can confidently say everything was absolutely perfect! From the moment we walked in, the ambiance was warm and inviting, creating a lovely atmosphere for our celebration. The staff went above and beyond, ensuring every detail was taken care of, making us feel like cherished guests in our own event. The food was exquisite, with a delightful selection that catered to all tastes. Every guest raved about the delicious options! Cackleberry’s truly provided an unforgettable experience for my mother and our family. I highly recommend this venue for any special occasion—it's a gem that delivers excellence! Edwina, Tess & Lucy you made our day 🤩

I was in yesterday. We had breakfast, which was excellent. We also bought some pies to take home, we live in Leicestershire, steak and ale, steak and Stilton and a couple of corned beef. They were the best pies I’ve ever eaten.

I booked a table for my sisters surprise 50th birthday. I thought that I had booked for a hightea but I made the mistake by not mentioning it to the lady over the phone . We weren't disappointed anyway as the food and the atmosphere is wonderful . They make you feel welcome when you arrive and there is plenty to choose from . I will definitely return to eat and have a drink , maybe call them before to book for a hightea .

First visit to Darcy’s since February so it was great to return again and have a coffee. Although some tables were marked as not in use due to COVID there was still plenty of seating and a good amount of space. Still a good menu available and order at the till set-up as before. QR code on show to book in. Ordered toasted tea cakes and cappuccino which arrived quickly and were both toasted and brewed to perfection. Look forward to visiting again after lockdown fingers crossed! I’ve added a few pics including menus so if you find this useful, please like 👍🏻

A superb range of Toasties, Panini’s, Jacket Potatoes, coffees and cakes. A delight.

Great cafe in the heart of Portchester. Always welcoming, great selection on the menu. Can highly recommend either the toasted tea cake or crumpets!!! Coffee is good here. First visit this weekend since the whole covid malarkey. Tables spaced well, sanitiser available. NHS qr code in use. Great place for a quick bite.

So glad we found this place when we were starving and in need of a good breakfast, great cafe, friendly and quick service, great value and the breakfast was amazing! Perfect! Hot tasty and definitely filling, if you haven't visited I highly reccomend!

Very friendly cafe . It's always a good sign when it keeps getting busier. Staff were very polite and attentive. The food tasted superb, and portions were plentiful.

Great food. I'm not here often, so I can't compare now to the previous management. The staff were polite and cheerful and managed to cater to our table of 8 at a very busy lunchtime. The food looked and tasted great. Good value, too. Nothing fancy, good, honest food. Nice hot drinks, too. The only reason I deducted a star is because the toilet door is a nightmare to open and close due to water damage, and the front door slams, which shakes the whole wall of windows. Sort those, and it's a 5 star...

We booked the Yard for a private party on Saturday evening. The location is fantastic, the staff were efficient, attentive, and friendly, and we had a great evening. Thoroughly recommend it!

Lovely Coffee Shop one of the guys in our cycle club guided us to, after seeing good things about, so we gave it a go........it's in a very remote location but has lovely decor and a very bijoux feel about it. Staff were very upbeat and were serving quickly and efficiently. There is a large selection of coffee, cake and hot food on offer with the coffee beans baked on site called Moon Coffee which is also sold here. The "yard" area is very spacious with lovely seating around as well as outdoor heaters for the colder mornings or evenings. They are doggie friendly as saw a few on our visit and welcomed cyclists to with two very large bike racks to use.........will definitely visit again if we are out this way again!!

Wonderful! We went to Friday night's music evening and everything about the venue was just perfect - the music; the street food courtesy of Earth to Oven; indoor and outdoor seating which interconnects beautifully in one space, and an overall 'holiday' vibe in tastefully designed surroundings. We will definitely be back!

Really great place for walk, coffee, lunch and views! My dog loves and you can walk to QE Park as well. Stunning views around as its such a high point on South Downs.

We had delicious food and drink at the Butser Roundhouse Cafe today. I’d highly recommend their coffee and toasties! Great service and a very much appreciated wc. A lovely little cafe, in a beautiful spot and definitely worth the climb!

Dog friendly! Beautiful walk up and around Butser hill and the roundhouse is open Thursday to Sunday for hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, ice- creams, shakes, snacks, cakes, toasties and breakfast rolls. The best coffee! Dogs can have a puppachino for £1 and there's a water bowl. A friendly, family run business and a welcome pit stop on our walks :) the toilet is open until around 4pm and there are picnic benches. There are several routes up Butser hill from various locations but if you fancy just a walk around the top and the views, there is a road that goes up there from the A3, just past the Hampshire hog but be aware that there are pedestrians, horses and cyclists that use the same road. There is car park with a path that leads to the roundhouse. The car park isn't free but you can pay by card when you leave and it's only a short walk from there to the top.

What a wonderful gem of a cafe! Right at the top of Butser Hill, it's popular with hikers, cyclists, and dog walkers, and of course people who want to drive up and use the large car park to do some walking and take in the amazing 360 degree views from the top. The cafe is currently open thur to sun 9am - 4pm, and serves hot and cold drinks, ice creams cakes, all day breakfast, pastries, sandwiches, burgers, and probably many more things too! There are proper toilets available, and there are even dog treats too! The staff are very friendly and it's a great place for a well-earned refreshment. There are lots of picnic tables and benches spread out. I went on a dry, sunny, clear day, I'm not sure it would be as much fun on a rainy day!

Went on a Monday and got the vegan full Kimbridge - it was lush! The only “criticism” is that I’d have liked 1 more hash brown because they were perfection and there was waaaaay too much butter lol. But we will definitely be going back. The courgette fritters were fried to perfection. Great atmosphere, lovely location and the staff were very accommodating!

Saturday I had Chicken snitzel and my wife had the Haddock we both enjoyed the food. We returned on Sunday I had the Bacon belly and my wife had the scallops we both enjoyed so much so that I said complements to the Chef. Wonderful food. Good atmosphere and a craft shop too.

Found this place by chance after camping in the New Forest for the weekend. 100% recommend, a great menu and yummy food. I had the chicken and waffles and it came with a generous helping of maple syrup. The only thing I would change is serving the syrup on the side. I also had one of the best chai lattes I’ve ever had. Our dogs were made to feel welcome and were given treats by the staff. Thank you so much for a lovely breakfast!

I was treated to an afternoon tea at Kimbridge Barn by a wonderful friend in March 2024. What an experience. We were seated in the window in the sunshine. Staff could not be more attentive and friendly. The food was delicious. The scones were huge - the size of a large mango - but beautifully soft & delicious and served warm. The sandwiches were scrummy, the ham hock mayo my favourite. The sunshine melted the sour cherry chocolate bar as we weren’t paying attention! It too tasted wonderful. Will definitely come back when the weather warms up. The package included unlimited teas and americano coffee. Would have been nice to include one special coffee like a latte for the price, but small niggle.