Arrow Farm Cafe Diner in Bolsover

Called here today at 11.30 told if we wanted to eat off of the lunch menu then we would have to wait until 12. At 12 someone came to take our order (4of us) told 40 minute wait. Food arrived at 12.45 my meat was cold, they took this back and said they would do some more. After waiting for a long time got told it would be ready soon, the other 3 had actually finished their meals. I said not to bother as I wasn’t going to eat on my own, was told oh we will not charge you, too right I am not paying for something I’ve not had. When we went to pay they made a big deal out of not charging for my meal!!!!. It was only a simple gammon so nothing complicated, felt very let down with the service and time it took to cook another meal. Don’t think I’ll be visiting again in a hurry.

This is a review of the shop. Overrated Overpriced Miserable staff Staff with no customer service or manners. Never again

I meet a good friend here every month and every time has been made special by attentive staff and good food. All staff are excellent but today was made especially special by Bev; I think she must be the manager as her manner was above and beyond what you might expect. My friend and I are awkward in that we talk too much but that did not phase Bev and she returned at least three times while we faffed about and the smile never dropped. The shop is also well worth a visit, I often come away with a gift or some Marfona potatoes that are grown on the farm. I feel for all the staff when I read a poor review for spurious reasons such as breakfast not being served at lunchtime.

Following a recommendation we decided to give this place a go, I really wish we hadn’t. We arrived at 1150 as we had a reservation for midday and were seated immediately, the restaurant wasn’t full by any means. We noticed on the menu that breakfast finished at 1130 but it was of no concern as by 1210 nobody had come to take our order. I had to go over to the till and request that somebody came to take our order as we had been waiting a considerable time. My wife asked if she could have two eggs on toast, although we were aware breakfast was finished, it didn’t seem much to ask as I was going to be having toast with mine, but the answer was an emphatic No! I ordered the all day breakfast which came with a grilled tomato, which I really don’t like, I asked if I could have tinned tomatoes, which appeared on the pre 1130 breakfast, the waitress kindly said she would ask. Whilst we we awaiting the arrival of our meals we noticed several plates of pre 1130 breakfast items were being delivered to adjacent tables. This could be for one of two reasons I assume, firstly it had taken more than 45 minutes to be served or secondly they were not happy with me having to request service. When my all day breakfast arrived it had a grilled tomato on it, not the tinned as I had requested, I assume they couldn’t be bothered to open a tin or had none left over from the pre 1130 breakfast. It was fairly obvious that the bacon and sausages were left over from breakfast as they were vastly overcooked, the bacon was like shoe leather and very salty, the sausage skins were so hard, it was difficult to cut through them and the taste was no better than a cheap supermarket sausage, which for a farm shop cafe left me quite shocked. Darfoulds garden Centre is only just down the road and the food and service are far superior, in future I think we shall not be bypassing them to go to Arrow Farm. It was hugely disappointing

This place is second to none... excellent breakfast, varied menu and swift, pleasant service....the place is clean with plenty of seating and ample parking...they also sell an array of meats, vegetable etc

Been so many times over the years with family and friends and recommended without hesitation. Never again. Went with family, asked when booking if we would still be able to have breakfast at 11.30, definitely told YES. We were sat at our table by 11.25, told too late for breakfast menu only all day breakfast available. Three of us ended up with bland sandwiches, with a tiny bowl of coleslaw. Even one of those had to be returned because ended up with brown bread instead of white. We waited 25mins from ordering drinks for them to be served. Apart from one waitress I didn’t recognise anyone, all seemed to be new staff. Not particularly busy at that time. A few weeks ago friends who we had introduced to Arrow Farm and who were very impressed returned with family who had drove from Lincoln only to be turned away, despite having booked because they had no electricity for a couple of days. Obviously not their fault but would have thought a message could have been left to save a wasted journey. They won’t be going again either. What a shame that somewhere really good seems to be quickly going downhill.

Really nice place to have a coffee, a bite to eat or a full meal. Also very good gluten-free menu for us Coeliacs! I enjoyed quiche with salad and coleslaw, friends had the lasagne and all day breakfast. It was very busy but the staff were very helpful and pleasant. Very nice shop to look round too, selling food, jams, chutneys, bread, pies and fruit and veg.

Front of house staff very efficient but had a extremely long wait for a very average breakfast very disappointed it was almost cold and egg’s had been under the heat lamp and gone hard

It was my 70th birthday with family and friends, the staff was very welcoming and could not do enough for me. Thank you to them all they made the start of my day really special. A special mention to manager Sue who organised my perfect morning. Once again a big thankyou.

Often visit this lovely farm shop and restaurant, and haven't had a bad experience at any time. Breakfast, lunches, snacks or drinks have all been delicious, well presented, and promptly served. Our most recent visit for a late breakfast was as good as ever; I can recommend the French toast with maple and bacon, & smashed avocado on sourdough. Service was friendly and prompt, and we were checked on a couple of times. I am aware they have recently had staffing issues, and did not visit during this time, but they are definitely back to their usual high standards.

Visited the cafe and had a brief browse in the farm shop on Friday afternoon. The service from Louise and Jayne was amazing and the food was thoroughly enjoyed by us! I had the all day breakfast which was lovely, and the other two opted for Chicken Gyros, both raved about how nice it was. The farm shop, is adorable! Will be back soon!

We stumbled across this lovely farm café on route to elsewhere and had a lovely lunch. The service was great, especially Bev. The menu had a good selection of meat and veggie dishes. The cafe it's self is light and bright, clean, and modern. Today it was lovely and warm too especially as it was so wet and cold outside. The farm shop had lovely produce and a nice little selection of gifts. We'll definitely be going back.

Best jacket potato with cheese and beans I’ve had in years! My friends and I really enjoyed our meal. Staff were very attentive and friendly, especially Pam. Have been here before for breakfast with family and food is always fabulous.

Great food, great staff and great atmosphere. Can't fault it. Pam was exceptional. Chicken Girros fully recommended. Thank you.

Excellent food, amazing atmosphere the staff friendly and helpful especially one young lady in particular. Ellie is a credit to the business

We decided to all meet at arrow farm shop for a ester breakfast. Waited 45mins before it came out. When it did finally come out the breakfast was terrible at best. Cheap sausage potatoes that was over cooked and hard, poached egg that was also...

We went for a family breakfast expecting good quality local food, however I have to say it was the worst breakfast I have had. The sausage was poor quality the potatoes were not cooked, also the poached eggs were hard,poor quality Musilea The overall cost...

Terrible service, waited 45 mins for a very poor breakfast, 1 egg, 1 sausage, 1 rash bacon, 1 egg £7.95 . This place use to be excellent, won't be going again.

Went on recommendation for breakfast but only had cup of tea.heard people say their food was luke warm and food items missing on plate. The staff appeared to be very unhappy and didn't speak to one another which creates an atmosphere with the customers.the staff...

Over priced. £12.95 fish & chips. Waited over 15 minutes for drinks to arrive. Waited over 45 minutes for food to arrive. When food arrived there were about 6 chips on the plate. When I told staff member she was helpful and did get more...

Appalling service and food - we waited for over an hour for our food and this was after chasing it up twice. The food was mediocre at best, toasties were all burnt with the burnt side hidden, the lasagne was dry and tasteless and the...

We have visited the Arrow Farm dinner on many occasions and normally the food and the service are good. However, we had booked for Mother's Day and were very disappointed. The wait for food was ridiculous. We were told they had 2 sittings to make...

What a farce. Booked for Mothrs day lunch at 12noon. By the time we left at 1:45 there were still people waiting for their first course! Food was lukewarm when it did arrive but the kitchen just seemed to have no idea what they were...

Waited 1 hour for Sunday lunch and when we finally got it there was no roast potatoes and scraggy ends of veg. It was tasteless. Beef was processed rubbish soaked in gravy. Complained and was offered free dessert. Dont want dessert just wanted a nice...

Called with family for lunch.My wife ordered all day veggie breakfast when it arrived it did not include veggie sausage but did have a serving of sloppy kale.I and my wife have had at various places great all day breakfasts this was not one of...

Dreadful customer service. Fresh orange juice, broght with ice no mention of ice on menu and not asked if o wanted it. Friend had that and I asked for another. 10 minutes later nothing so asked again and told there was a que. Said that...

The food was nice but the service was terrible. They were quite busy so I accept they might forget a few things but it took 4 asks to get my drink. When I asked one person if our drinks were coming she said ‘probably’ and...

Lovely food, great service and facilities. It was my first experience at arrow Farm and won't be the last. I would like to make a shout out to Lisa. She made our visit special. She is a true credit to your business. Truly genuine and...

We have always enjoyed eating at Arrow Farm but something has changed. My wife had Haloumi fries which were stone cold. The must have just taken them out of a packet and put them on her plate. I had braised beef in a giant Yorkshire...

Lovely breakfast to celebrate mine and my sons birthday. The food was cooked to perfection, the best omelette I've had in ages. The staff were friendly couldn't fault the service. Enjoyable start to our day thank you

First time visit as we were staying at clumber park lodges and wanted somewhere to eat and have a look round. We visited the cafe for lunch, I had the all day breakfast and my daughter had a sandwich and chips. Staff were really lovely,...

Me and my husband came to arrow farm yesterday. We go regular and always enjoyed our visits. Yesterday we was very disappointed in the food. We waited 25 minutes for food but it didn’t seem to be busy. I had the potato skins, the cheese...

We stopped going to Arrow farm a couple of months before Covid kicked as the quality of the food had taken a nose dive, that said, we do occasionally go back to see if things have improved - they haven’t… We recently received an email...

Been here 6 times in the past 9 months. Very mixed results. The first couple of visits were excellent, food & service. Then one when the food was well under par. Another couple where both food & service could've been better. Our last visit left...

We go quite often to Arrow Farm and have never had a bad meal yet. All the food is from field to fork on an excellent British farm at reasonable prices, and their steak slice is to die for absolutely full of meat. The staff...

It was very busy when we was there about 1pm Ordered our lunch and drinks The drinks came very quick but we had a wait of 30 minutes for our lunches to arrive. Then they got one order wrong I asked for no salad or...

The food was fantastic and super service from sue made us feel so welcoming always a pleaser to visit

We called on chance on Mother's Day afternoon as we were passing by and to be honest didn't really expect to get a table. So we were pleasantly surprised to be immediately escorted to one and our order was promptly taken. I really enjoyed my...

Have visited many times, late lunchtime today, 80% empty, shown to table, given menus, waitress walked away. Sat for a long period no one came for order, wife noticed a table at back of me being cleaned for customers, she went to toilet, came back...

As always great food and great service. Been a long time since we've been served by three ladies who are so friendly, smiling and helpful! Brilliant place to eat and relax, at 12.30pm today there wasn't an empty table to be had, testament in itself!

I regularly shop at arrow farm and are often greeted by such a lovely bubbly lady. I think her name is Sue. She is so friendly and always happy to help. She makes going to arrow farm that extra little bit more special. Thank you...

We all, four of us, opted for the steak slice with chips and veg. The portions were very generous, the quality of the meat was very good plus the chips and veg were tasty! Oh and a small jug of gravy each! Great service, excellent...

Found this place by accident but I have to say a very good find for a cup of tea and a scone , brilliant and good service with a smile excellent service will be back again soon

Poor effort. Myself and my mother were taken to a table by a waitress and we each ordered a cup of tea. Shortly after, the waitress presented us with ONE pot of tea and two small teacups - which we took for an albeit rather...

We have eaten several times in this cafe/diner and usually enjoyed our meals however when we visited yesterday with family I was very disappointed with the jacket potato I had. It was impossible to cut the shin and I am pretty certain it was one...

A Chance Find in Passing. Upon Entry to the Cafe a Warm and Friendly Greeting from a Male Member of Staff. Coffee in the Cafe, Seated promptly and order taken immediately. Soon served with a couple of lovely Latte's. Did not Dine on this Occasion...

We had a light dinner time meal at this very popular cafe. Service is & always has been very cheerful. Smart waitress with an infectious smile took our orders of prawn salad & Parma ham, Brie & chutney toasties. Very tasty & well presented. Clean...

Called for breakfast around 9.30am. Stood at counter waiting to be served but was ignored by staff so after waiting some minutes I walked out. In these times when businesses should be welcoming customers back this level of customer service is ver disappointing. Restaurant was...

Stumbled upon this for lunch after a trip to Cresswell Crags, car park looked relatively busy so we thought it was worth a go. Food is decent, perhaps the sandwiches were a little on the "front loaded" filling, but they were pretty cheap in comparison...

Went there after looking at reviews, all I can say is very disappointing we went with friends for tea and cake, service was very good but on receiving our order it went down hill, tea was weak two of us had scones with jam and...

Prior to recent lockdowns were regular visitors and always happy with our food,cost and lovely staff.On our first visit after lockdown we had coffee and cake.I was disappointed to see the latte we paid £2.20 for is now £2.65 and the cornflake tart we paid...

Just had the 2 course take away Christmas Lunch. It was excellent and really good value for money; well presented with little extras like Xmas crackers & serviette. Opted for the small portion but there was plenty to eat and very tasty. Well done Arrow...

Just had fish & chips really nice day in car and looked at country side with music on ..made my day so relaxing ....will be back more than worth a second visit a real treat.😋😋😋

Lovely welcoming staff. Very Reasonable prices fof Cafe. Food good. Coffee nice and hot. If we lived nearer would make it a weekly visit.

A first time visit for a birthday breakfast on the back of a recommendation. Not the portion size of lay by Lils chuck wagon in price comparison but far superior in the taste stakes. The cafe was nice, spacious and airy. We were seated and...

We have called here previously for coffee (which is lovely) but on this occasion treated ourselves to a clotted cream and jam scone. When these eventually arrived they were delicious. My only concern was not so much the wait to be served but the hot...

Needs to decide if its a Cafe or a Restaurant apparently you now have to book on a Sunday despite being told on our last visit it wasn't necessary after 2 o'clock. Called today as a family of 6 along with my 91 year old...

Called after a disappointment down at welbeck. Surprisingly good service, welcoming staff, lovely lunch. Thoroughly enjoyed the visit. I will return

Decent afternoon tea on offer. Sandwiches were very nice. Scone was good with plenty of clotted cream. Only let down was the cake. Nice enough but clearly bought in from a wholesale supplier which is a shame. The place is more than big enough and...

Pleasant well organised staff observing the necessary guidelines for the current health scares. We had homemade soups & a baguette. Very filling & delicious. The Boris discount was applied & we had a real bargain lunch. Thank you once again Arrow Farm for a good...

We both enjoyed excellent jacket potatoes with tuna mayo and side salad with an interesting balsamic dressing. Cafe is Covid secure...tends to get busy so booking a table is advisable.

We visited your cafe twice whilst we were on holiday in the area.Just wanted to say Sue, who works in the cafe, made our visit both times very welcoming. What a lovely smiley lady she is. Thank you Sue. If we're in the area again, we will definitely be calling again. She's a credit to you

Lovely breakfast visit. Food was fresh and tasty and well priced. Would definitely recommend a visit. Staff were helpful and attentive.

I would just like to say that the review stating that the staff at this place are rude need to go shopping somewhere else, I have never in all my years of shopping found staff to be more welcoming, very knowledgeable and extremely friendly

went for lunch and had a sandwich and lemon merigue which was dry and old asked for a scone which stated fresh home made scones with cream wasnt home made dry and the cream wasnt fresh whipped cream but clotted cream sent that back was reluctant to pay for any of my order sandwich dry bread round edges and limp salad not happy coffee was tepid and staff look untidy long false nails which should not be allowed in catering or dealing with food unpleasant experience never go again.

Our first visit today and we were really impressed we had called at the cemetery at Warsop as it was my mums anniversary of her passing so we wanted somewhere different for our late lunch. It was really busy and after a short wait we were shown to a nice quiet table our order was soon taken from a very extensive menu we decided to have the Sunday roast of beef or chicken we had the beef. And wow it was really really good plenty of beef with mash n roast potato’s carrots cabbage broccoli n a big Yorkshire pudding All fresh good quality food then I had a treacle pudding n custard n my husband had a banoffee waffle Delicious ,, washed down with a speckled hen for hubby and a glass of ros’e for me. Then a quick look round the farm shop just before closing time we shall certainly be calling in again when in the area as we live nr Newark But will make the journey to this special place Compliments to all the nice friendly staff who are doing a splendid job We shall see you all very soon

I visit Arrow Farm regularly and the staff are very welcoming. I have to say after reading one review saying the staff in the shop are rude. They definitely are not.Rude is a strong word I just want to say busy staff are not rude staff.The staff here have been brilliant with my 90yr old father even giving him there mug because he cannot hold the cups. I have hosted a few dinner parties and the shop staff and butchers have been very helpful and have catered for my needs.I can not fault the staff here.Try it and see, if you engage the staff they will definitely sort out your demands.

Myself, wife and daughter use Arrow farm regularly for early breakfast the food is always good and reasonably priced, the staff are cheerful polite and attentive.It is a popular venue and does get busy at peak times, although you can book a table in advance. We highly recommend you give them a try.

Never had a bad meal at arrow Farm but sometimes food not hot enough, waitresses are pleasant but need organising restaurant needs a manager

We visit often when we are up this way becuse the food in the cafe is always good and home cooked but the shop OMG.... I have experienced this so many times I have to leave this review. The shop staff are possibly the rudest I have ever come across. When you go to the till it almost like you have walked in to their front room and disturbed their peace, they are impatient, almost throwing items as they rush to scan them. The man is by far the worst but the lady we had last time was not much better. Sort this out Arrow farm it’s spoiling was is a lovely Farm shop and a cafe.

Decided to try arrow farm for breakfast as we have eaten here on many occasions for lunch and snacks and have never been disappointed,, well the breakfast did not disappoint it was lovely. The presentation and taste was great. We will certainly be returning, All of the staff are always polite and welcoming,

It was mega busy and a few minutes we where shown to a nice table by the window, the service was a bit disorganised if I'm honest, but the staff where working hard, however the food was lovely, I couldn't believe the portion sizes, great taste, even the salad and coleslaw was great... And the price was unbelievable value for money, all in all it was lovely...The other half says can you please add more "homemade" gluten free cakes as that would have finished her lovely meal off perfectly

The worst Sunday lunch I have ever been served. The beef was so overdone you couldn't cut through it. Potatoes so over boiled they were sloppy/watery. Frozen veg still frozen. Yorkshire pudding tasted of old fat. Never again.

We eat here fairly regularly and have never had a bad meal yet. For locally made, tasty, good food I can highly recommend this place. Word of warning: it can be busy at lunchtime on weekends, so if it's a special occasion or you need to eat at a particular time, phone and reserve a table. You won't be disappointed.

We ordered hot chocolate and mince pies we sat while all other customers were coming in and getting served, we just sat after asking why we were not served none of the staff owned up to taken the order, there continued to serve other customers so we left,after waiting 30 minutes this was our first visit and will be our last not impressed we

Passing through the area, we told this place was good. Indeed good it was. Seated quickly, order taken quickly. Food arrived to quickly if I’m Honest, however was lovely. Fish and chips were lovely. Nice and hot and well cooked. Njce friendly staff and environment.

So I decided to have the fish for dinner FISH CHIPS AND MUSHY PEAS.... well the fish wasnt even cooked the batter on the outside was so thick it didnt cook the fish in the middle .... do they have qualified chefs at this place or do they just take anyone .... absolutely vile wint be back at this place at all

Called in on a journey from Lincoln to Leek. Lemon meringue pie not good, thick, soggy pastry and the filling so glutinous it needed a knife. The meringue was the best bit. Hubby asked for a mince pie but the one they brought looked so unappetising he said he wouldn’t bother. The staff were not very friendly and really slow. Don’t think we’ll be visiting again!

Very friendly service, delicious food, served hot and in good portions. Very good value and a nice place for lunch £6 for toasties and baguettes- excellent chips!

My husband and myself are back again on holiday in the area and visited the Arrow farm restaurant again, still good as last year. lovely meals at reasonable prices, with friendly staff. We will be back

We stopped off for lunch, a lovely soup and great jacket potato. Good, friendly service too but it was so cold and draughty. It was horrible weather outside and it would have been nice to feel cosy inside

Came for afternoon tea with friends. Choice of sweet or savoury (sweet - sandwiches, cake and scone. Savoury - sandwiches, savoury nibbles and scone. Plus tea or coffee.) £18.95 for two people.

What a lovely service the waitresses were fabulous, so friendly and helpful. The food was good. I had burger with delicious chutney although my burger was a little overcooked and hard, but the chips were delicious. My sister had steak slice which she said was lovely. My husband had gammon which he enjoyed especially the chips again. We will go again.

Went for lunch today as a birthday treat had a lovely jacket potato and tuna .friend had prawns on jacket potato granddaughter had the child potato and tuna and had had to pay a extra 50p for a thimble full of grated cheese one pot of weak tea between myself and my friend £3.90we was charged if we had had two pots of tea £1.95eachbut we shared a pot we was charged double as we had a extra cup daylight robbery no more drinks for us when we visit in the future having said that the meal was delicious

We had the homemade soup & sandwiches. Tasty & nicely served. Busy place so be prepared for some waiting time. However as busy as it was we waited only 7/8 monutes for our food. Cheerful staff who were very sociable. Clean & spacious around tables. This return visit will not be our last. Thank you!

I went here for a working lunch on the recomendation of the Client and was suprised.

Went for lunch with family, food excellent, real chips! fresh cream scones to die for, service a little slow but cafe staff very pleasant, visit spoilt by rude gentleman serving at the shop till, he was very brusque and snatched a carrier bag from my hand as I was opening it, needs customer service training asap! Hence four star rating

We went at the weekend 10 of us for my birthday. When I rang to book I was asked if we would mind pre ordering.

Farm fresh produce is served in the cafe diner, you will not be disappointed by the choice, quality and value of it. Always a busy place, which is a great sign of returning customers.

Myself and my partner called at the Arrow Farm Shop recently for breakfast. Having placed the order we waited almost half an hour until our meal arrived. When the breakfast arrived it was lukewarm and my partner’s bacon was almost all fat.

We called in on spec for a mid afternoon break to our cycle ride. The waitresses soon found us a table and we ordered tea and scones. They were excellent and good value. Will visit again.

Surprised we managed to get in at Arrow Farm as it always seems to be busy and I can now see why. Plenty on the menu all looked home cooked. Hot meals and also a lighter menu, sandwiches etc. The all day breakfast looked huge! I had the fish and chips which was the tastiest I've had for a while, my husband had steak pie which he enjoyed also. The staff are friendly and attentive. Prices comparable with other eateries and overall a nice place to eat.

Took grandson Henry for breakfast, his favourite place, once again the food was delicious, full English breakfast, service excellent and prices very reasonable in a nice relaxed atmosphere.

Considering this is a working farm, this place is a gem. Very good menu with lots of options including their high quality potatoes, which does not disappoint. Had the gammon which was great and a good size. An excellent farm shop also attached.

i was most looking forward to this place opening and wasn't disappointed with the food and the price, ive been many times for a meal, and the staff are so polite, its disabled friendly with plenty of parking for access to the shop and restaurant. highly recommended.

This is a well situated and very attractive light facility, very spacious.

Excellent food and service Give it a go. Steak slice pie is superb, proper home made chips, not frozen rubbish

I came to The Arrow Farm Shop and Cafe with a friend for a mid-morning drink and a cake on a weekday a couple of weeks ago.

When we got to Arrow Farm Cafe, was very busy but do understand as it a place we would keep going to as they have a great service there with friendly staff who would go out there way to help you feel at home. Also the food hall is very nice to shop in from time to time. And have very good bits on sale from time to time.

Lunch with Mum, coffee was brown liquid with no taste or smell of coffee, complained & it was changed. The next cup was marginally better. Sandwiches were average, thickly sliced malted bread - no wholemeal. Served with salad which was ok. Service was patchy, one waitress very grumpy. Disappointed with the farm shop - veg ok but meat cheap & cheerful (imported?). So many other options so we won't return.