The Best Cafes in Lincolnshire, United Kingdom (2025)

Fabulous example of a community hub. Homemade cakes, great menu at very reasonable prices, lovely setting, warm welcome and a community grocery store attached. Can’t fault a thing.

Called into this hidden gem after a recomendation from a local. We were out on a bike ride, there was plenty of room round the back to park our bikes and sit out in the sunshine. Very friendly staff, good food and excellent service.

Great little cafe, ideal for a cycling cake break. Small outdoor seating area hidden down a small path, ideal in good weather.

A lovely little coffee shop, nice little menu and not over priced. Friendly staff and I loved the little touches; selling a few local crafts, books on a shelf to read and complementary toiletries in the toilet. Would definitely recommend. Only issue was where to park the car. 👌🏻

First time visiting after hearing good things and can say it was worth the hype. Homemade food and genuine service from lovely people. Lovely sitting outside with all the tables a good distance away from each other which is a rarity surrounded by greenery and lovely colour. If I’m being picky, the plates are a bit too small with the amount of food on them and just a suggestion to have a few more tables and chairs outdoors as all were taken and most had to sit indoors. Also chips would be a great addition to the menu 😊 5/5 though we will definitely be back 👏🏼

First time visit to The Side House. Well worth the detour on our way to Newark. Lovely breakfast, great coffee. The staff were very friendly. The cakes looked fab, but I stayed strong!! Parking was plentiful in this pretty village. We will be back!

Stepping into the Side House feels like walking into cake heaven, where every slice is a masterpiece and every bite has a little celebration baked right in. From the warm welcome to the drool-worthy cake display, they’ve got the dessert scene on lock. These cakes aren’t just desserts—they’re experiences. Made with seasonal, local ingredients, each cake has its own vibe. One bite of the lemon drizzle, and you’re basking in eternal summer; a slice of chocolate fudge, and you’re suddenly in cozy autumn bliss. And the variety! You could come every day and still not try them all—though I’m game to give it a shot. The staff is as sweet as the cakes, and let me tell you, resisting a second (or third) helping is practically impossible. Five stars, but only because they don’t let you give ten!

What a little gem! Loved our coffee and cake here this morning. We’d been recommended this place and it’s not somewhere we’d normally venture too as we live closer to Lincoln but I’d definitely make the trip again. Staff can’t do enough for you and the cakes were delicious. Beautiful location and the garden was stunning! Will be coming again with the dog when the sun is shining so we can sit outside

Great little cafe! Really cosy and with decorations that make it look calm and restful. Lots of green and plants. We had a dog in tow, who was given some treats, which went down very nicely. We had toasted sandwiches (sausage and chili jam, and brie and chili jam) which were divine! Hot, crispy, the right amount of filling and really tasty. Mugs of tea washed them down very nicely indeed! Lovely staff. A real gem in Boston 💎🐩🥪

First time visit. Loved this quaint place. Beautiful decorated and spotlessly clean. Ordered 2 chai lattes, served with a smile. Best chai lattes we've had for a while. Decided to take away some homemade chilli jam, which we ate with a selection of cheeses at home. Delicious!! We will be back!!

Very cute back street coffee shop in the heart of Boston. We had the butterfly pea latte, the vanilla chai and the brie, bacon, homemade chilli jam & rocket toastie with a little salad (it would of been nice with some dressing). Delicious food and the drinks were really good, my daughter said it was the best vanilla chai she's had! We will definitely be visiting again to try one of the very tempting cakes/brownie's.

My sister and I wanted to try somewhere new for lunch in Boston. After searching for highly rated cafes, we found this little gem. The Greenhouse Coffee shop is a small coffee shop and unless you know where it it, is easily missed. However, if you find it, go in and have a toastie! They use their own award winning chilli jam! Also they serve stokes coffee, which is a great coffee! There may have only been one server doing everything, however, he was attentive and everything was delicious. If you get the chance, go and visit. 🙏🏻

Often heard how good this place is but for one reason or another we hadn't been until today. We both had a vegan breakfast and deluxe hot chocolate, which were very tasty. The staff were polite and friendly and the place was lovely. Not sure why it took us so long you come here for we will definitely be popping by again! Really appreciate how there's so much choice for gluten free, veggie and vegan, which is usually pretty lacking in Boston! Great effort.

Had a excellent experience, really nice food, would definitely recommend the Cuban burger. The staff were friendly. Only comment I would say, they never came back to check if we wanted dessert so we ended up leaving without one. Definitely worth a visit.

Had a lunch here. Good prices and tasty food. Cake is a bit too sweet but very nice. Staff really helpfull. There are seats outside too. If you there first time it may be a bit confusing where the entrance is from the shops.

Nice to find a place like this in Boston. A tea room with happy friendly staff, large menu with plenty of choice. The hot chocolate speaks for itself topped with a chocolate cream it was beautiful. Good selection of the most amazing cakes & cookies. Highly recommend the sour cheery cheesecake. Im looking forward to going back to try one of the burgers on offer. Needles to say I will be a new regular. 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟

Lovely busy place, tried the biggest breakfast and it was great. Dog friendly inside too, plenty of outside seating.

Stopped here to get a coffee and so pleased we did. The coffee latte was very smooth and nice and the cafe was clean and very well presented. I'm not really keen on fresh food being exposed to all and would like to see some sort of cover. Coffee was reasonably priced but we also had 2 small pieces of Rocky Road cake and that was a little steep.... £4 each... Staff were polite and courteous and the owner spent some time explaining how they keep their menu fresh because it's based around what they want to put on the menu so the menu is always updated and keeps it fresh for repeated visits as there will always be something new for you to try. Highly recommend a visit if you are passing this way.v

Went for lunch today, having never been before, and have to say that it was really delicious!! The staff were ever so friendly and welcoming. My mum and I both had a croque madame, which was really filling and tasty! I think it was £11.60 and hubby and my son had a breakfast burrito, which I think was £10.90. My son was very impressed with the mega milkshake!!! It was a beautiful day, and you can sit outside by the lock. Will definitely go back again!!!

I'm from California and have had lots of breakfast burritos. Their vegetarian breakfast burrito with Hallumi was delicious. I was worried it would be dry or bland without traditional salsa but they have a nice tomato based sauce that addressed those concerns. I've eaten shashuka in NYC and SF and this place made the best one. My husband is from here and loved the full English breakfast with local sausage (I call em Lincoln Logs). Such great staff and bridge views too.

We had an enjoyable couple of hours here in spite of a damp & dreary day. The museum is a small part of an interesting redevelopment of the old rope factory. The redevelopment saw the long single story building divided into a series of units with different purposes. There are a lot of artists working from the units with some lovely galleries to peruse as well as a performing space. The top end can be accessed via the Tesco entrance and that's where the cafe is situated. The Rope museum is just between the cafe & galleries. You can also enter from the north end and carparking is free. It was interesting to read about & view exhibits related to the local industry of rope making. Well worth a visit.

Absolutely beautiful place as the sun shined down on me having a lovely meal in their sun trap yard. Felt like I blended into nature that day

I thoroughly enjoyed my lunch here. The staff were friendly and there was a very good range of food. On the occasions I've been here the quality of the food has been high and extremely tasty. The specials board is updated regularly too.

Good food, be prepared for a little bit of a wait if busy. When the cafe is in full swing it is rather loud which can be a problem to those that are hard of hearing.

Wonderful place! Friendly staff, lovely atmosphere and tasty, fresh food. Will be visiting again!

Well, 4.7 stars says it all. Went here for the first time today as we've just moved to the area and we were very happy with the food and service and the cafe itself is very nicely decorated. Well done ladies and thanks. Will see you again.

Busy little place filled with happy customers. Lots of elderly locals catching up and chattering happily.

Brilliant find on our way North, very friendly staff, good quality freshly cooked food and dog friendly. Prices also good. We will definitely be stopping here on our next trip North. Car park opposite.

Had breakfast here today, breakfast was excellent value for money, service was good, the place is clean my only gripe was the cuppa, I prefer a different tea, stronger, but that won't put me off going again 😋

A lovely find. Reasonably priced, good old fashion Café grub. A decent choice of the standard fare, but can really ‘ring your bell’ with some Scampi, Chilli Con Carne or even a homemade Steak Pie! Bean to Cup coffee option, add a decent Lincolnshire Sausage (30p) to your breakfast and enjoy a proper Butchers sausage. Good banter with the locals, very clean and tidy too.

I’ve just eaten at the Bus station Cafe and my goodness I was not disappointed! The service was exemplary, felt as warm and friendly as if I was visiting family! The food was delightful and was the best full English (double decker) that I have had in a long long time! I will 100% be coming back here again! Thank you so much! 😊

A delightful café located at the south end of the ropewalk, it has a fantastic atmosphere with many of the buildings older features visible and wood styling. The food is quite good, they do a fantastic range of sandwiches and paninis, a little pricey but as expected of a café, the staff are very friendly and the service is exceptional.

Food would of got more stars if the choice was better .it's 90% mostly vegetarian !

Excellent food, very friendly staff. Friendly atmosphere.

Very welcoming staff. Lovely menu, delicious paninis. Set in the old Ropery. Would definitely recommend

My husband and I visited Knightingales a few weeks ago. My husband is disabled and walks with a rollator. The owner was absolutely fantastic, anticipating his needs such as fetching a cushion for him to sit on and making him comfortable at the table. We had toasted sandwiches, cheesecake, a flapjack and cold drinks. All were spot on and the bill was reasonable. We were made very welcome and we’ll certainly be visiting again. Thank you so much.

We love this lovely little café. Excellent home cooked meals and friendly service. Patrick always has a smile on his face despite the local council being very unhelpful with small businesses in town.

Such a wonderful tea room, food is scrumptious, staff are very welcoming, and prices are more than fair. Has outdoor seating available, always my first place to visit when going into grantham.