The Best Cafes in Sleaford, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom (2025)

Great for a breakfast buttie and always a bit of banter going off.

Fantastic quality food and very reasonably priced.

Went here for the first time today. Prices are cheaper than I've seen in a long time. The breakfast baguettes they did for other people before me looked delicious and jam packed. Had a bacon baguette (tiger) myself. Its the very first place where I haven't had to ask to have the bacon crispy as it comes as standard. Most places barely cook it. There is only one criticism I have and that's that they should ask if people want marg instead of it coming as standard as not everyone likes it and it takes away from the taste of the food. If it didn't have marg, it would have easily been 5 stars

Big box of cheese salad for £4 with choice of extra. I had tuna mayo. Bar stools for waiting or eating inside, bench for sitting outside in the sunshine. Friendly and efficient service.

Had Afternoon Tea here today with my mum and sister. My mum is in a wheelchair and they were very accommodating. The service was friendly and the food was wonderful. Such a lovely and friendly atmosphere too. We will be going again.

Lovely friendly cuppa. Had coffee and cake, milk alternative available, which was lovely and all served with a smile

Wonderful service, yummy sandwiches and fab cakes. Such a friendly owner and a little gem for Sleaford.

Absolutely amazing. I went there on a date with my girlfriend and it was wonderful. Food was great, it was reasonably priced, I got free chocomel for waiting so patiently for the dessert I ordered. It was absolutely perfect, if I had the time I’d go here weekly.

Popped in on a day out to Sleaford. The coffee ( by 200degrees) was lovely, sausage rolls were meaty, tasty and not spicy and the fruit scones were great. Friendly staff and a lovely ambience to the place.

Cute spot run by volunteers. Had a slice of the chocolate fudge cake, which was a touch dry but not bad, and a chai latte. Lovely place to take a coffee break.

Just had afternoon tea here was so lovely staff are really friendly and the food was fantastic so much of it we took half of it home

Nicest cheese scones I’ve ever had. The cakes look wonderful Lovely atmosphere. Highly recommended. Head and shoulders above the big coffee chains

Lots of drink option. Gf cakes. Nice place to sit and work or meet friends. Staff often have varied responses to queries and music varies based on which staff are on. Would recommend overall.

The gentleman working was on his own but run off his feet with a leaky coffee machine on top of that but he was still friendly , chatty and helpful, the oat chai is delicious and the pain au chocolate was yum

A lovely find on the outskirts of Sleaford. Sat in a little area where dogs are allowed, treats available for them which is lovely. I had a lovely hot chocolate with all the trimmings and a scone. Parking outside, next to the petrol station and spar shop. But what put us off a little was watching staff clean the cabinet, starting from top downwards and spraying with cakes underneath - please change this, the spray will go on the cakes!

Went in with my family and our dog after seeing the Watergate Yard on 'Four in a Bed' for Sunday Brunch. We shared the Ultimate Breakfast and it was absolutely delicious, the pup loved his chicken off the dog menu as well. Great atmosphere, great service, reasonable beer selection. Overall, fantastic. Can't wait to return!

Love the quirky room we had overlooking the yard. Especially love the tiny fridge with bottled water and fresh milk for the tea and coffee as I have a pet hate of UHT. What a brilliant idea. The English Breakfast was tasty, ample and prompt and the staff lovely and friendly. Definitely recommend a stay here.

Went for a lovely lunch with a friend post-Christmas. Would have definitely been five stars if not for our wait on food after ordering. Plenty of gluten free options available and food was delish.

Quite a difficult review this one. Food was great, service was great, location was great, atmosphere was great, so why the difficulty? Three of us went for a mid week meal, and the total came to just short of £100. Individually the food didn't seem expensive (ribs £20, mixed grill £22) but 3 mains, 2 dessert and a couple of soft drinks each and a tip and it was just over £100 which just seems a lot for a reasonably normal meal out. Maybe that's a reflection of where we are now with the cost of food, energy, wages etc. but clearly it's going to put people off going out for a meal.

Absolutely fantastic afternoon tea. The food was exquisite and very tasty. Catered separately for me as I'm gluten free. Nothing was too much trouble. Plenty to eat, in fact what we couldn't eat was boxed up to take home. Lovely experience and we upgraded to include a lovely prosecco. Good value too. Thank you Sarah and team.

They have expanded into the unit next door giving much more ground floor eating space. If you're eating it why bit try their 'sconewich' offer? £7.50 for a sandwich of your choice, a scone with cream and jam and a tea/coffee. Excellent range of sandwiches, wraps, toasties and salad to eat in or take away.

Went for afternoon tea and it was amazing 🤩 lots of food all very fresh Staff very attentive and kept asking if we were ok and kept offering drink top ups! Definitely recommend and will be back 🤩🤩

Don't normally do reviews but I had a really tasty ham and tomato sandwich, fresh cut bread and very filling. I had to leave my scone until later! Friendly staff and well packaged sandwiches.

Fantastic cocktails, up and coming bar after it's refurbishment. Management have upped their game and I cannot recommend enough the old fashion cocktails.

We had the absolute pleasure of dining at The Solo Club for lunch as a family of four, and it was an experience we won't soon forget. From the moment we walked in, we were struck by the warm and inviting atmosphere. The décor is stunning—modern yet cozy, with a touch of elegance that makes you feel right at home. The range of choices on the menu is impressive, catering to all tastes with a fantastic variety of dishes that are both creative and delicious. We were all able to find something we loved, and the quality of the food was top-notch. It's clear that the kitchen, and new chef, take great pride in their work. What truly set our experience apart, however, was the exceptional service. The staff were attentive, friendly, and incredibly professional. A special mention must go to the new female manager, who went out of her way to ensure our dining experience was perfect. Her attention to detail and genuine care for our comfort was outstanding. We were also particularly impressed by how accommodating The Solo Club was regarding physical disabilities and additional needs. It's rare to find a restaurant that not only understands but also goes above and beyond to ensure everyone is comfortable and well taken care of. To top it all off, the prices were very reasonable, especially considering the high quality of food and service we received. We left feeling satisfied and looking forward to our next visit. The Solo Club has truly set a new standard for dining, and we can't recommend it highly enough.

Best roast in Sleaford. The meat was exceptional. Beef was pink and melted in the mouth. The belly pork had a gorgeous crispy layer of skin on top. Loads of roasts, massive Yorkshire, delicious gravy and sides of cauliflower cheese and creamed cabbage. It was so, so good!!! Definitely the best roast in Sleaford 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Very excellent breakfast had here with group of pals. We arrived just before they were going to stop serving, but they accommodated us without fuss. Food delicious and came out hot and all together. Only downside was a very small cup of tea or coffee, otherwise portion size was good.

Another good find. Called in for some lunch. Very prompt friendly service. Good selection of fair including some really good sassauge, best I have had in a while. My wife's sandwiches came with a lovely coleslaw, salad and crisps. Very generous. Lovely outdoor seating area. Wheelchair acessable to all areas complete with an accessible WC. Also a decent farm shop and garden centre. Farm shop included a butchers who evidently know what they are doing, aged steaks looked very good. Thoroughly reccomend. Will go again.

Nice place, ok menu choices, food can be a little expensive but service is friendly. I have felt a little judged by the other customers each time I have been there but that's not the coffee shops fault, but generally the place feels OK with a nice covered and cosy outside area

The Ploughman's Barn which I believe is a working farm randomly appeared on my Facebook page, so ladies that lunch on a Monday ( daughter & myself) decided to visit and it was certainly worth it. There is a small farm shop with wonderful fresh produce including meat, a well stocked garden centre where I actually managed to find a yellow rambling rose which I had been looking for, for months to replace one which had died. For the children- guinea pigs, rabbits, budgies, hens, miniature goats and donkeys. The cafe was excellent with choice of eating indoors or out. Very clean, excellent service, friendly staff and the food was delicious. Well done keep up the good work, we will definitely visit again.

Consistently fabulous. Great quality food, friendly service and one of the only places locally to get a decent Americano!

Went for lunch today. OH had gammon, eggs and chips. I had the Sri Lankan Curry, wow it was to die for. Hot but not overpowering, poppadom and 2 of the best onion bhaji’s I’ve ever tasted. After talking with the owner after our meal’s he informed us that the curry is cooked fresh to order, which explained the wait. The gammon is sliced from a whole joint when ordered and there is the option to swap an egg for pineapple. It would be helpful if this was explained when ordering or written in the menu. Staff were friendly, welcoming and polite. The ambiance of the cafe is lovely, subtle music playing in the background which meant you could have a conversation. We will definitely be going back.

I got to visit the cafe today during their soft launch. It has a lovely modern vibe, very spacious and comfortable seating and great outdoor seating too. The coffee was the best I've had in a really long time. Me and my kids had lovely food. I had the Caesar salad and my husband had the chilli chicken wrap. Both were great. I absolutely loved the white choc chip cookie and raspberry muffin - I'm looking forward to this being a new regular spot for us.

Food is really tasty. I enjoyed my jacket potato with cheese and beans, but it could have done with more cheese as it was an added 'extra'. No garnish or salad offered, asked for it on the side. We weren't asked if we wanted more drinks etc, but they were very busy when we visited. Had to wait ages to pay and weren't given an itemised bill just the total, so I no idea what the costs were. The toilets were very clean, and the menu choices were great. Will visit again.

I came here for the first time and loved it. I came on a Monday lunchtime. Carpark directly outside the cafe with plenty of spaces. It was fairly busy but didn’t feel crowded. If staying in the cafe you wait to be seated (may not be the case at quieter times) and if take away, queue at the counter. I was staying in the cafe and was welcomed straight away and gave me and option of tables to sit at. I did note that all the tables had plugs with USB sockets close by, excellent for working from. I was given a lunch time menu with lots of choice - sandwiches, panini, jacket potatoes, egg based meals and cooked meals. I chose a turkey and stuffing sandwich. My order was taken from the table and came quickly (not too quick, it was clear it was freshly made!). There’s vegetarian and vegan options. I had my dog with me, she was welcome everywhere in the cafe which was lovely. Staff gave her some treats and water, they checked if she was ok to have them first. Atmosphere was great. I sometimes find cafes and coffee shops to have lots of overwhelming noises but this was fine. There were groups of people and people alone like myself. There is a loyalty scheme for a free coffee, their website says to download an app, easy peasy. Good value, excellent and welcoming service, a comfortable place. Thank you for my first visit, I’ll be back again.

Food was awesome. Best breakfast we have had literally in years. The whole family agreed. Service was great too. Definitely be back and 100% recommend.

Had a fantastic veggie breakfast and eggs benedict at Tablez recommended to us by a number of Sleaford locals. I have to say Maz the owner was really friendly and we had a really warm friendly welcome that made us feel like we were regulars. We were waiting for our relatives to join us and we had delicious coffee and refreshments. Excellent value for money huge portions, huge menu options warm friendly staff, veggies and vegans catered for. Definitely 1000/1000 from us.

The Turkish Platter was incredible. Second time eating here, and the food and service have been excellent. Not very often I leave reviews; will be coming back. Glad to see the open kitchen, and it seems they use quality ingredients.

A very busy cafe come bistro. Service was slow due to the volume of guests,, however, all members of staff were polite and welcoming. The Big Boys' breakfast was great, as was the coffee.