The Best Cafes in Capel, Surrey, United Kingdom (2025)

Delightful find when visiting Dorking. Very light and airy cafe with good access for wheelchairs, pushchairs etc and enough space inside for them. Delicious soup and roll, with the option of having the roll warmed. Since I had only ordered a soup I received a complimentary glass of tap water. Cafe is staffed by young people with learning difficulties. I would definitely return when next in Dorking

Lovely range of food, best coffee in town. Food served quickly by polite and friendly staff. The cafe is clean and bright and has a toilet. Best cafe in Dorking!

I stumbled upon Aldag Charity Cups & Co during my first visit to Dorking, and what a delightful find it was! Walking down the High Street, my hunger led me to explore a random cafe, and I'm so glad I did. The charming appearance of the cafe caught my eye, and little did I know, it had a heartwarming mission of employing individuals with learning difficulties/disabilities. Although I'm quite particular about food, I decided to give it a try, and I must say, I wasn't disappointed. The flavors were on point, and even my discerning taste buds were won over. The standout for me was the sorbet, a burst of amazing flavors that left me wishing for a bigger serving – it was that good! The staff at Aldag Charity Cups & Co were not only well presented but also incredibly polite. The lady who seemed to be overseeing things was exceptionally sweet and attentive, making the dining experience all the more pleasant. The sincerity of the staff and the positive atmosphere they created added to the overall appeal of the cafe. If fate brings me back to the area, there's no doubt I'd make a return visit to Aldag Charity Cups & Co. It would be for that irresistible sorbet and a refreshing iced coffee. This cafe is a true gem, not just for its culinary offerings but for the positive impact it makes in the community.

What a find!! As soon as you walk in their’s such a warm welcome from the employees. I think it’s fantastic having a cafe in Dorking that’s giving people with learning disabilities the opportunity to work in the community. The service was amazing and the food delicious! I’m looking forward to going back and working my way through the menu! Compared to other cafes in Dorking it’s very reasonably priced. They also sell cards in there that are hand made by people who go to the grange. Our server called Guy was exceptionally helpful, polite and chatty. It really does make a difference getting a service with a smile! Another plus… it’s dog friendly! Can’t wait to go back.

Love how much history is packed into this little coffee shop. The staff was so friendly and happy to have so many people in their cafe. Quick service and the food was delicious. Many veggie and vegan options for food. Indoor and some outdoor seating. They give you a delicious piece of ginger cake with your hot drink it was very tasty.

I am totally in love with this place. We were there for breakfast around 9 AM in the morning and we were their first customer ☺️. Such warm staff, they served us really well. They come and ask you if everything is ok, if you like your food or not, If you want anything specific with your food. They have preserved their place really well and written everything about the story of how this place has started.

Wonderful experience. A beautiful town and building. The owner shook our hands, welcomed us and gave us the history story. Just excellent

Just passing through town. Stopped for a cool drink and a pot of tea. Had the home made pumpkin scones (plain scones with pieces of pumpkin through the dough). Bit different to the normal pumpkin scones but still tasty. Loose leaf tea was so much nicer than the normal or bag tea. Found the only downside was the table service was a bit slow. Saw one couple who had been there before us leave. They had their toasted sandwich as a takeaway.

Delicious fresh home-made burger and sausage rolls! Excellent friendly customer service! Highly recommended make a visit! Lovely little place to go in Capel.

Stopped Burford Brunch and was not disappointed Cooked to order and delicious, piping hot too !

Lovely location and decor. We had a sandwich and ploughman's, they tasted great and we loved the service.

Super friendly staff with a lovely smile. She made an amazing chocolate for me. The afternoon tea set is absolutely worth to try. The chicken sandwiches are delicious and the cheese scone is tasty. Cozy and clean environment.

Wonderful place to visit, we stumbled across this place and would live to visit again. Great food and drinks, and will certainly return for an afternoon tea

Amazing place , amazing staff and I love coming here. Have been there before as well. This time reached after 3 pm so food options were limited . So we tried hot chocolate and scones and loved both. Fruit Scone was really really nice. Next time I will try the cheese scone :)

The most beautiful coffee shop, in an idyllic setting. The food is diverse and caters for everyone. The staff are super helpful and it is dog friendly. They also have two beautiful donkeys in the paddocks. You can also buy local produce and homemade items. Why go to Costa when you can go somewhere like here.

I have driven past this place many times and had always promised myself one of their full English breakfasts. It was around 930am on a Wednesday morning on a glorious sunny day when I went past the entrance and decided that today was the day I'd fulfil my self promise. Drove up the drive and turned into a reasonably sized grass covered car park. Parked up and made my way into the Farm shop and ordered a full English and a cuppa. Came to £10.90. Went outside as it was such a nice day and found an empty wooden table with bench seats available, sat down and enjoyed the sunshine and watched children playing on the fort and rocking platform whilst waiting for my breakfast. It wasn't long in coming. A nice full English two eggs, two rashes of bacon, a couple of hash browns, a couple of sausage patties, half a tomato, mushrooms and a couple of slices of toast and butter plus a cup of breakfast tea - should have taken a photo of it but was more focused on eating. Everything was cooked perfectly and tasted great. As I ate a succession of cars appeared and the car park and tables filled with families, Many with young children. Seems I had timed my visit to perfection. I shall certainly be returning.

Lovely small cafe, quite busy often find there's not enough seating to the amount of customers. However the food standards are brilliant 👏 the staff are welcoming and friendly. Recommended for a nice cuppa and breakfast if you get a chance.

A specialty cafe with a healthy menu, calming décor, wood tables, local merchandise, smiles of the servers. My sausage sarnie came with red onions in it of which its sweetness went well with the pork, the sourdough freshly moist, the meat freshly juicy. My wife's avocado on toast was wholesome but the avocado was cut in halves though garnished with red pepper. I would prefer it being smashed and seasoned.

Lovely decor in this place, bright and fresh. Friendly and polite service. Food was lovely, nice cup of tea as well.

Had a lovely breakfast at the dabbling duck. The staff were all very friendly and service and food could not be faulted. There was only one fly in the ointment. We sat inside the cafe as did a lot of dog owners. My friend has allergies and is a bit wary of dogs so it was a bit off putting to her. They were also all a bit over excited and ‘talking’ to each other which made it hard for us to converse. I’ve no objection to well behaved dogs but not everyone feels the same for various reasons and they are not necessarily just being intolerant. The Dabbling Duck has a large heated marquee outside as well as covered heated outdoor seating. Would it not be a good compromise to welcome dogs only to these areas and keep the small inside seating area pet free. Other than that small niggle it was a lovely brunch before a bracing walk in beautiful countryside surrounding Shere.

Cafe with quite a large garden area (partially covered - they have a heated yurt!) which is well done up and nice to sit in. Good selection of cakes and drinks with table service. A bit pricey though!

Lovely dog friendly cafe in a beautiful village with lots of outdoor seating. The staff were all very friendly and accommodating. They have a good selection of lunch options. The only critique we would make is that the coffee and walnut cake had little to no coffee in it. But lunch was delicious.

This is my second time in Shere and at The Dabbling Duck. I came last year as well. I travel from New Zealand and love coming to this place with my family here in England. Great food and staff.

Super quirky, quintessentially English, engulfing ambience for coffee lovers, like yours truly! Brilliant coffee options, cakes, and menu! Highly recommended 👌

In my opinion one of the most underrated places to get a coffee in Surrey. The head barista really knows his coffee and they have a great selection of cakes. I asked for an espresso but was told it would be more like an aeropress/drip style. I was happy with that as I have one at home. I was recommended strength 6 and have to say it was very tasty. For cake, I had the white chocolate, pistachio loaf which again, was very nice. Service was friendly, fast and informative. Can’t ask for much more. Highly recommend.

What an incredible, yet somewhat accidental find! Pinnocks is the most wonderful little cafe in the heart of Ripley. I wanted only to find a quick cup of coffee but what I found was an exquisite beamed ceiling and slate tiled floor, lovely farmhouse tables, a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Beautiful foods, perfect for a light lunch. There’s the gentle hum of conversation, a fresh produce delivery brought through… and what I was offered was not just a cup of coffee…At risk of sounding like a line from Rowan Atkinson in Love Actually…. This is SO much more than a cup of coffee! There are 7 different beans to choose from depending on your ‘roast’ preference. I chose Ethiopian and received a mug… Normally I prefer a cup, (because I’m a fan of delicate drinking!) but this wasn’t a chunky hunk of china. It was plastic and yet it didn’t detract from the coffee taste at all. Absolutely delicious! I cannot think of a better place to escape from the rain and enjoy an hour or so…I might be coming back for tea…

Fantastic place for cyclists to stop for a cup of coffee and a snack, or a full on brunch. Plenty of seats outside and 2 floors inside. There is a place to park bikes outside, too! Plenty of room all in all and no need to book in advance. Wide selection of cakes, pastries, scones and sandwiches, salads, what have you. Absolutely everything was delicious, and I loved your porridge. Thanks a lot, will definitely be back!

I was happy to see the hiking institution has reopened! I had a bacon, sausage and egg bap, here are my thoughts. Bacon - decent amount and decent thickness. Egg - It's an egg. Sausage - cheap catering sausage with no flavour. I understand that a place like this operates on thin margins but if I'm there, I've driven over an hour to go hiking. I'd much rather pay a little bit more for decent sausage! I have bread either side of my pork, I don't want anymore in my sausage. Service was good, friendly and quick. I'd recommend that the server ask if the order is to go (it was), if I want butter or spread and if I want any sauce on it. I'd also suggest that when the bap is wrapped, it is wrapped so that the bottom of the bap is in the middle of the foil to catch the yolk. It's a little thing, but it's attention to detail. I was happy enough with my trip and will stop again if I'm out that way. I wish these new owners the best of luck and hope they can make it work.

A nice cafe in the hills of Capel Curing.. Nehal and his place was amazing, great service, amazing views. A great food stop for hill days 👌

This place is legendary and thankfully re-opened. Under new owners, so be nice to see everyone backing this local business. Very glad to see they still do a vegan breakfast. It will be great to see more vegan cakes and savoury options, but it’s early days. Wish the owners all the best.

Absolutely love this place! The breakfast menu is fantastic, with a wide variety of options to choose from. The coffee is top-notch, and the staff are incredibly friendly and attentive. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, making it the perfect spot to start your day. I've been coming here regularly and have never been disappointed. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a great breakfast spot

Great bacon sausage and egg baguette and latte coffee. Very welcoming staff and inside space. Missed our bus so a lucky find for mid day stack. Does Burgers and jacket spuds all at reasonable price.

I’ve been a couple of times to this cafe and it’s my absolute favourite!!! The food is bloody lovely and the service is also great! Well worth the money! Highly recommend. Won’t go anywhere else for a breakfast when I want a cooked breakfast! Top notch!

Proper breakfasts, great portion sizes and good prices! The staff are very friendly, welcoming and helpful, they let me choose just the bits of breakfast I liked which was really appreciated. Delicious breakfast, really well cooked and high quality ingredients, and the coffee was absolutely fantastic as well. This is the only place I’d come for breakfast in Dorking now! Thoroughly unpretentious and delicious.

First time to this cafè as I was in there area. Very nice cafè with good social distance measures in place. I ordered ham, egg & chips and was nicely surprised to see I got proper ham (thick ham) not the thin ham from the packs. Prices are fair and food is a good standard. Staff are friendly. If your in the area you should pop in.