Black Cactus in North Dorset

We popped in today as our usual cafe was closed! I can see now why we don't visit the black cactus. This isn't the first time, but the two members of staff, who weren't busy dealing with lots of customers, weren't the most friendliest unfortunately. I completely understand they were writing the memo board and sorting that out, but I don't understand why they cheerfully couldn't have explained they would be with us in a minute. There were no happy faces etc. Then the flap Jack's we had weren't the best, but you win some and lose some. When it came to leaving, it was like we weren't even there. No goodbye, thanks for coming, nothing, and to reiterate, they were not busy serving customers. I'm sure many people have had great service there, but unfortunately we have not. So we won't be returning.... Shame!

Popped in with friends for drinks & cake. A wide selection of both to choose from and we had coffee, hot chocolate & milk shake, which were all delicious. The hot chocolate & milk shakes were presented & decorated beautifully! The cake was also delicious & very generous in size. We loved the idea of the doggy photo board & would love to come back with the doggos.

Great spot for lunch, went with family and service was great and pretty quick too. In a great area too!

The coffee is nice hence two stars but just be aware that the staff seem to be doing an experiment to see how indifferent/ impolite they can be to customers before losing their jobs or their customers. So far their experiment is achieving results as they have lost me for good.

Stopped by on cold Winter’s day and had delicious hot chocolate and equally delicious cake, served by friendly staff. Enjoyed it so much went back 2 days later for more !

This is a small but perfectly formed independent cafe with a fantastic range of coffees, and often a great selection of hot chocolates and/or milkshakes too. When I've had food there it's always been really nice and the service is friendly. Recommended as an alternative to the bland chain coffee shops in town.

We had Flat White coffees one with oat milk and one with soy milk. We also indulged ourselves with a vegan Lamington and raspberry/lemon cake. All was lovely, especially the coffees. Friendly staff, nice ambiance.

I stopped writing Tripadvisor reviews a few years ago and it’s taken something special to prompt me to return…. We recently moved to the area and wondered how we would fare looking for great coffee and good food. We needn’t have worried - this place has it all! The coffee is excellent and so is the food - an imaginative menu and top quality ingredients. I struggle to see past the glorious bacon toasties, but the sourdough toast and sandwiches are also excellent. Lots of vegan/veggie options for my wife and some great cakes. This is a very pleasant place to sit and watch the world go by. Dog friendly, too, and the staff always have a biscuit and a cuddle for Bonnie our Cocker. Give it a try - you won’t be disappointed!

We had the best brunch here yesterday! The sourdough toasties were our choice and they were fantastic! Nice big slices of sourdough bread with a very generous filling. My son had the cheese and chutney which he raved about, and I had the delicious bacon toastie which was amazing. Lovely and crispy just as I like it. Made by Dan who really got it right! The coffee is sublime and the biscoff milkshake is delicious. This great little coffee shop gets a big thumbs up from me! The prices are fair and there is plenty of parking. Well done Black Cactus, we'll definately be back!

’ve been coming here for months now and it’s never disappointed. The staff are always super welcoming and owners when they’re in too and it’s such a lovely place. I’m vegetarian so am glad there’s somewhere that offers such good food to suit me and service is always with a smile! 100% would recommend to anyone locally or just passing through for a relaxing sit down with a coffee or a nice lunch.

We stopped off in Blandford Forum on the way home from Weymouth to meet up with a friend for coffee, as we didn't know Blandford at all she suggested we meet outside Morrisons and then go for a coffee in town. However when we met her we decided we'd go into the Black Cactus. It is a lovely little coffee and tea room which has a small garden to the side. The service was good, staff friendly and happy, we had a good old 'chin wag' with my friend and 2 hours had passed just like that! The coffee and tea was excellent too. Will definitely go to the Black Cactus again when meeting my friend.

A very friendly cafe in the town centre serving excellent fresh coffee and light meals and snacks. With a take out service.

Lovely cafe, popular and friendly. Can sit on the veranda, in the garden or inside. Dog friendly and good vibes.

Amazing vegan cake and the most delicious pastrami toasties! 100 % recommend this place . They do vegan milkshakes too, which we will be trying next time 😋

We were very disappointed by the cost of the very plain toasties. For £6.50 no garnish on paper plates very greasy not worth it. Lesson learnt.

We were in town on holiday and so glad we stopped at this great cafe - delicious toasties, great coffee and really friendly service. Very welcoming and relaxed atmosphere - would definitely recommend to anyone. The milkshakes look amazing and we’ll be sure to try next time!

Our first visit here as we had a voucher bought for us. We were not disappointed! Lovely friendly staff, willing to accommodate my requests, great choice for vegans but lots of choice for meat eaters too. Freshly prepared and delicious. So full we had cake...

This place is great. The coffee is great, the food is great, the staff are WONDERFUL. You’ll most likely see Sarah, Eloise or Charlie - they are lovely and very knowledgeable about any dietary requirements. The owner is probably one of my favourite people -...

The lady with green hair was very rude to us all and to other customers who entered But have to say the coffee tasted great but lukewarm Very disappointed as it could have been a lovely coffee shop

Lady with green hair working there is AWFUL so rude from start to finish! Coffee taste lovely but came out barely warm

I had to wait in Blandford for my bus so popped in for a late breakfast in Aug 2019. Being vegan and gluten free makes me a difficult customer but the helpful woman made me avocado on gf toast and a great coffee. Lovely decor...

Perfectly made coffee to take away. Prompt service, and lovely girls working behind the counter. Well priced also.

Had a coffee, hot choc and 2 toasties and it came to £18.60!!! I should've asked to see a menu first. Food and drink ok but sorry, hugely over priced and I won't be going again.

Perfect independent coffee shop ! Popped in this morning , friendly helpful staff and lovely coffee and cake , great value Thanks

I've made a few visits now since this place opened, mostly recently right after the post-lockdown reopening, and have always had a lovely time - staff are friendly and chatty, there's a simple selection of tasty food/snacks/cakes catering for various diets (vegan inclusive!) and always...

We popped in for a snack today. The food was delicous and the smoothies were amazing! The outside seating area is an added bonus especialy as the sun was shining. The staff were friendly and the food was delivered promptly even though the cafe was...

visited here for a snack and drink.I ordered toasted cheese and tomato and hubby bacon toastie.Hubby asked for his bacon to be well cooked and it was.We both had banana milkshake and they were delicious.We ate outside where there is hand sanitizers.Very friendly staff we...

Wasn’t planning on coming here but pleasantly surprised. A big group meant that food was a bit of a wait but it was well managed by the staff.

I have been to the Black Cactus several times over the last few months and previously it has been lovely. Today unfortunately my coffee was lukewarm and the coffee and walnut cake was dry, verging on stale. A lady who came in after me got...

Walked past Black Cactus with my wife and son and as we hadn't seen it before we decided to drop in for lunch. Lovely service, lovely coffee and although you may think a ham and cheese toastie is simple and samey, my visit showed me...

Nipped in for coffee as I had heard how lovely it was. The coffee was the best I’ve ever had !!! Had a toastie too which was wonderful. The decor is very cosy, it’s very clean inside and the lady serving was lovely. Will defiantly...

Been here a few times now, well situated and good place to stop off in between shopping and dog walking at the meadows. It is dog friendly although at times the service was pretty slow and on one occasion a take away order, being the...

A lovely baby friendly cafe with gorgeous interior and a great vibe. I had THE perfect Winter Mint Hot Chocolate and a Sweet Chilli Halloumi Wrap...an all round 10/10 from me. I will be returning :) thank you!

I’m not much a coffee outer? Even if thats a term but I do like my coffee. As I work in bournemouth, Im pretty use to the starbucks the costas and various other places. However as I live in Blandford, the options become a little...

very small portions compared to other review pictures, disappointing coffee considering they are using a quality coffee suppler

Stumbled on this place and was so pleased we did. The decor is great and the service excellent. We all had various breakfasts and everyone one of us enjoyed our food. Will definitely be back!

Easily the best coffee I've had in Blandford & I've tried them all believe me!! Plus good range of cakes and treats for vegan, veggie and meatavores alike really highly recommend this little cafe. Lovely place to sit and people watch over a flat white.

We stopped in at this fantastic little cafe for breakfast having found it on TripAdvisor. We had two coffees, avocado on toast and scrambled eggs on toast - all really tasty, great portion size and wonderful service. Next time we are in the area we...

I had a couple of hours to pass and enjoyed spending it at Black Cactus in Blandford Forum. There were vegan options and the staff member was accommodating when I asked for a breakfast dish after 2pm. The toilet is the cleanest I've seen in...

I walked past this little Café a couple of times before even noticing it was there! When I finally did pop in for a coffee I was very impressed. It has a lovely atmosphere, nice decor, the staff were friendly and best of all the...

Not living in the area, took a chance on popping in for a quick coffee. A lovely atmosphere, friendly and prompt service, and ended staying for a cream tea, it was delicious. Plenty of seating inside and out in a lovely environment. Very friendly and...

Visited a few weeks ago. I thought the service was very friendly. However, I was disappointed with the price of the food.

I visited on chance with my granddaughter and was so impressed by the two young ladies. They were very patient and chatty with her as she was a bit bored with shopping. They made her a little hot chocolate even though it wasn't on the...

Lovely decor - I particularily liked the wallpaper in the toilet! - and friendly lady serving. Good value and nicely presented coffees/teas. Huge pot of tea for two!

Definitely check this place out! We found it by (really pleasant) accident on the way home. Kids were hungry, so we stopped to get some afternoon snack and drinks in the shop but we bumped into this cafe on the way from car park. We...

friendly and dog friendly with well presented food, clean and well worth regular visits even if it is a little tucked away. Will be there again and take as many friends as possible. Only open 3 weeks and hope they remain for many years. Keep...