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

Laz Cafe in Claygate is a haven for coffee enthusiasts. Top-notch brews, welcoming staff, and a cosy atmosphere make it the go-to spot. Highly recommended for a perfect coffee break! #LazCafeClaygate #LocalGem #CoffeeLovers

The best coffee in the village ,plus the turkish treats are freshly made in house .get takeaways too of treats for family members as they love it so much

Wonderful cafe! Colourful and comfortable. Friendly service, always go the extra mile even busy. Wonderful coffee and the sandwiches and cakes are always so fresh, well presented and delicious. Dogs welcome too. Thank you.

Superb local brunch/coffee spot in Claygate - the staff/owner was incredibly friendly and helpful and the food was superb, very much recommended

Not being from the area, I asked a local where is best to go as I had a few hours to kill. They pointed me in the direction of Mullins. I was greeting by great customer service and even better food, iced coffee which was perfect and you can tell they do put a lot of care into their food and their relationships with customers. Whilst sitting here there were people coming in just to say hi to the staff! Great atmosphere and if you are travelling through Dorking, it’s definitely worth to stop.

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

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.

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.

First time came and amazing village… we had latte and duck (which is full)breakfast which was very delicious. What amazed me was the breakfast was hot till half way through as I ate slowly… lol. Anyw, that was super tasty for me. The whole experience was lovely and we planned to come back again some time in the near future.

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.

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.

An absolutely gorgeous landscaped garden, well worth the entrance fee. My friend and I went on a gloomy day but it’s still gorgeous. Love that dogs are welcome! I also appreciate the informational placards beside the follies, explaining the history and landscape features. The grotto is particular gorgeous.

Came to support my family at the Alzheimer's Memory walk today, so we didn't get a chance to visit the whole park. But the areas I did see were lovely and tranquil. Popped in the cafe for a £3.50 latte and it was good, definitely worth the price. Greeted with a smile, by the friendly staff members on site I look forward to coming back, to visit the grotto. I've seen pictures and it looks beautiful.

Went to this place today, was suggested by an Instagram reel. Wow I'm so glad I went, fantastic day out, so clean and peaceful. Really nice and well kept grounds. Best park I have ever been to. The weather was fantastic which made it even better. A great way to escape the city life for a day. The entry fee was worth it in my opinion.

Come with plenty of energy to walk, the place is beautiful, with picnic areas... I suggest you go prepared with snacks and water for the walk, smaller children in a stroller... There are some cafes spread along the route too... There are lots of benches and places along the route to sit and rest! We loved the time there!

Great cafe in the village, have been in several times for warming coffees / hot chocolates in the winter and iced coffees in the summer (and always enjoy their fab cakes!)

Lovely staff, homemade cakes, coffee tea and a cosy place to sit. I recommend the pistachio cake yummy !😋

A beautiful little cafe, serving great food. I had the cajun chicken club sandwich, which was amazing.

This place is an absolute gem, freshly prepared delicious food every time I have visited. You have to try the bailey's cake, it's one of the best cakes I've ever had. When the weather is nice you can sit in the garden area behind the cafe which is lovely.

The food itself was okay, I can’t complain about it. But they used some sort of paper to wrap the bagels that had a strong weird smell to it. It made me feel quite unwell 😕

Absolutely lovely we popped in en route to legoland. The service was so friendly and the food was on point. An independent business that’s going over and beyond 😘

Absolutely love popping into Hapi if and when I'm in the area. I've always wanted to find a decent bagel place nearby and it really does tick the boxes. All the bagels I've ever had have been amazing (smoked chicken is my fave!) and the coffee is already really good. I love that dogs are allowed in, and the service is always really prompt and friendly! Will definitely continue coming here!

Really great bagel sandwiches (the pulled pork was amazing!) and coffees, and there’s plenty of space to sit. If you want a sandwich, and you’re in the neighbourhood, this is my recommendation. As a former New Yorker, I can vouch for the authenticity of the bagels 😉.

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

Lovely food and coffee in a beautiful old building. Upstairs there are sofas. Be aware that the staircase is a bit steep and there are low beams. We have been here a few times and I would recommend their pancakes. The atmosphere is great however if you go in the winter, make sure you wrap up warm as it is a very old building and the heating isn’t great. In the summer, they do also have a bit of outdoor space. I would definitely 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…

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.

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 :)

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.

Stopped here on a charity cycle ride from London to Poole. What an amazing pitstop for 15 minutes. Internally, the cafe is incredibly cosy, with a quintessential English feel to it, in a quiet, bucolic setting. When it comes to cakes, they offer all the classics, and by the taste of the granola bar I ordered, I reckon they have the recipes bang on. I also noticed a wide selection of teas, which I will have to try next time. Definitely worth stopping by if you are in the area and “gasping for that cuppa!”

I chose the breakfast (BR6), fried egg, bacon, sausage, baked beans, burger and chips, with toast included. That combination would probably be more of a brunch, but it was all good and a huge portion. £10.90 with a large cup of cappuccino.

A great little independent cafe in the heart of Leatherhead with friendly staff and great portions...the fresh OJ was superb. When a fry up calls the sunshine cafe is where I am headed.

Always go independent! Whilst travelling to work in Cobham my colleague and I were keen not to go to a big chain coffee house and this cafe is a real find. Easy to park. Beautiful cakes and tasty sandwiches. The coffee was lovely. Service quick and I loved the atmosphere. There was quiet music playing and a really lovely vibe. I’d definitely visit again next time I’m in Cobham.

Lovely cafe with gorgeous cakes and a little Greek cafe next door that does fabulous small snacks. They work in tandem with each other which is great to see. Excellent service.

My first visit and my Spanish latte was delicious -great music -great service from Amir and I ll be back. A favourite chill coffee cafe on my breaks and meet friend .Thank you

I’ve been using this cafe now for over a year and thought it’s about time to do a review! Purely because they’re fantastic. Lovely staff, the tea is amazing. I’m a massive tea drinker and they’re always perfect and reasonably priced compare to other places. Lovely atmosphere where you can sit in and relax, very welcoming and tidy always. I also occasionally buy a heated panini for lunch when I’m in the area. They’ve got a great choice of flavours and also a lot of fancy cakes and deserts that go down well too!