The Best Cafes in Lincolnshire, United Kingdom (2025)

Should you chance upon this delightful eatery whilst in Callander, I would heartily recommend you pay a visit. The welcome is warm and service is prompt. The atmosphere is relaxed (and dog friendly) without being too noisy or rowdy and the decor is both fresh & traditional. You can grab a drink and/or food, which ranges from a most delicious scone, to home-made soup to a freshly made toastie. It's location couldn't be better, situated just to the side of the town square in the centre of Callander and outdoor seating is available too (if you are brave enough to endure the Scottish weather!). Worth a visit. Highly recommended

Travelling up from Linlithgow for a day out today we called into the Ancastrer for lunch. Great welcome and food was fresh and excellent. The staff were very friendly and attentive and you can clearly see these guys love what they do. If you’re ever in the area, call in. We'll definitely be back. Keep up the great work 👍

Very cute café, loved the vibe and the food!! I had the carot and lentil soup, would recommend :) The coffee is also amazing (they have oat milk)

Had a lovely Christmas lunch here today as we came down from London to see my mum before Christmas. Nothing was to much trouble , the staff and owner were super lovely . It was blowing a gale outside and pouring with rain probably one of the reasons why it wasn't to busy but we had a lovely time and we will definitely visit again next time we are in Boston. Thankyou

Fantastic impromptu meal at the ball house this evening . We were a family of 7, hadn’t booked a table and with a little bit of moving around , they accommodated us superbly. The food quality and service was faultless. It was the most welcoming pub/restaurant we’ve been in at boston for a long time . Top marks all round, we will most definitely be going there again … very soon 😊

Perfect spot if you are looking for a quiet meal or have a drink to relax. We just ran across The Ball House and I am so glad we did. Truly authentic English pub meal with local beers to sample. When you walk in you feel like you step back in time. A roaring fire in the fireplace, a lovely man behind the bar, it felt like a movie. #GoogleGal

A lovely place to sit and watch the world go by. The staff are lovely, its a fantastic location and the coffee and food is generous and excellent! Well worth a visit.

Might be my favorite restaurant in the UK hands down. Whenever my fiancé and I visit the area she needs a place that minds her gluten allergy. The cinco lounge has an amazing menu and incredible staff. They always deliver a safe meal and are celiac friendly. Must go!!!

Lovely place to meet up in Grantham , food was great and atmosphere and service brilliant

We had a fried chicken with noodles and a Buddha's bowl 🥣. The food was tasty and the service attentive.

Lovely food tapas had a lovely selection for meat eaters or vegetarians. Very busy Christmas parties happening,lively atmosphere. The staff were super busy but very polite and friendly. Happy to go again.🌲 Also dog friendly

After a long 4 hour drive, The hubby and I had a lovely lunch at The Old Tile Works Restaurant and we thoroughly enjoyed it. The food was really tasty and well presented. The service by Layla was excellent, so welcoming & polite (Thank you Layla). We also had a stroll around a few shops and the Garden centre which we found all very reasonably priced as we bought a few treats 😉 We also had a peep in the pottery shed to watch how the tiles and plant pots were being made.

Such a beautiful place to enjoy food and drinks. We sat outside - the view is amazing! You overlook a lake with geese and lots of fields. It’s very peaceful and possibly the nicest view I have experienced with a full English breakfast! The staff were friendly, plenty of seating options and we didn’t wait to long for our food.

Humber Bridge Garden Centre was a pleasure to visit. They offer a wide array of garden supplies, from a vibrant selection of plants to comfortable and stylish garden furniture. Everything you need to create your dream outdoor space is likely to be found here! I was particularly impressed by the sheer variety of plants available. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, you're sure to find something that catches your eye. The staff seemed knowledgeable and helpful, which is always a plus. The on-site restaurant/cafe also looked very appealing. It was bustling with customers, which is usually a good sign when it comes to food quality. While I didn't have the chance to try it myself, the menu looked delicious and the atmosphere was inviting. The large car park was a welcome convenience, especially after browsing through all those tempting garden goodies! Overall, Humber Bridge Garden Centre is a delightful place to spend an afternoon. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for garden supplies, inspiration, or simply a relaxing escape.

We went for the first time yesterday as the sun was shining and wanted to stop somewhere for some lunch. We both had the salmon salad which was absolutely gorgeous and we both said we will be back again. Staff were friendly and there were some very nice bits in the shop, we were impressed overall.

Aesthetically pleasing food and immensely delicious! Lovely, friendly staff who are very helpful and wonderful to talk to both regulars and newbies. Would definitely recommend and come again! Thank you so much for such a wonderful experience! ❤️❤️

Been wanting to try Mamma’s for a while but it’s a bit out the way of us at the Carlton centre. Noah had Nutella crepes, I had egg florentine & my MIL had waffles and we all thoroughly enjoyed. Their staff were really friendly and attentive. Even when the kids were being loud & picky😅 Only minor issue is that they couldn’t find the high chairs which made it a bit of a chaotic breakfast but they did say they do have some so shouldn’t be an issue when we visit again!

Lovely little place. Absolutely beautiful food. Eggs cooked perfectly with a side of handmade hash browns. Black forest hot chocolate was amazing. Definitely check this place out.

Lovely case at the foot of the Humber Bridge south side. Great food and reasonable prices.

Lovely breakfast! Large (and very tasty!!) portions & good options for gluten free, both on the menu and some of the cakes at the counter. Very quick service and staff were really friendly. Will definitely come back!!

Stumbled upon this place as we walked under the Humber bridge. It was a big restaurant and very busy. The food was good. The pie tasted great, and the chips are fried well. The gravy is a letdown, though. My partner's soup was decent. The adjacent shop and the garden centre were great.

A very nice place and felt so relaxed. Had a Chinese takeaway and it was awesome

Visited the Railway Inn Ancaster on a Friday evening whilst staying at Woodland Waters caravan park which is an easy walk away. The pub is quite unique in that it combines a traditional olde worlde British pub complete with beer garden, lounge area and bar, serving a range of craft ales, whilst in the adjacent kitchen an amazing Chinese restaurant/ takeaway produces excellent, high quality meals serving the pub and local community. I was in a party of seven and we ordered directly at the kitchen. Food soon started to arrive and just kept coming all well cooked, hot and beautifully presented. At the end of the meal only empty plates and happy people were left. This was one of those rare occasions when we were so pleased with the quality of the food and service received we thought it was necessary to ask to see and thank personally the chef who cooked our meal. This was a memorable evening and we look forward to returning to the Railway Inn.

Been here twice now with a large group of lads on a random weekday in the last few months. Nice staff, warm and welcoming pub! Even better that there's a Chinese in the same place. Where you can eat and have a pint :)

Nice little village pub only 15-20 minutes walk from woodland waters. The locals made us feel very welcome

Great shop. Open till 10 pm so great for last-minute purchases. Wide selection of food. Free parking.

Good shop with good selevtion of products, but due to size may not have everything.

A good co op has everything I need worked there are very polite and a good place to do your shopping

Plenty of parking in front of the store. Staff are usually okay and helpful if you need them. They stock pretty much everything you need although some items are more expensive than the supermarkets but you do have to pay for convenience.