Busy Teapot in The Vale of Glamorgan

Had so many recommendations about this cafe, that we decided to try it out. Lovely atmosphere, the brothers are so friendly and welcoming. I opted for the lasagne with salad and chips, my husband had the corned beef pie with chips, peas and gravy and my grandson had the chicken nuggets, chips and beans. Food was served within minutes, steaming hot. Have to say it didn't disappoint, food was delicious. The cafe itself is busy and we can see why, it's a very popular eatery, will we be back? Oh yes that's guaranteed. Well done!! 10/10

What an excellent welcome from Ade & Mart as soon as you enter 😀 , very friendly establishment! Very clean. Excellent prices. Prompt service. Tasty food, too. This location has a great atmosphere 👌. Keep it going, boys.

Excellent service, value and quality. Highly recommended for breakfast. Guaranteed a warm welcome whatever the weather

Had to travel to Penarth for business so as we didn’t know the area, decided to google best place to eat before we left. The Busy Teapot looked the best place for us and we weren’t disappointed, great selection of food, caters for everyone. Very welcoming and great atmosphere created by the owners, really nice blokes. We had the mega all day breakfast which was excellent and a great price compared to where we’re from. We’re back in 2 weeks and will be going to The Busy Teapot again!

Great staff and quality you will enjoy clean tidy food always perfect staff happy and chatty and helpfull never had a bad meal

Still providing great food to a loyal clientele at reasonable prices. Apart from the famous breakfast, the twins make the most wonderful pies and cakes. Chicken &. leek pie was delicious as always. Thanks guys 😀

Local knowledge is always the best I find…I was in the butchers next to Brod the Danish coffee shop and I asked where was the best place for a cooked breakfast? Several places they could have directed me too but both unanimously pointed me in the direction of “The Busy Teapot”. I was with my two year old Grandson and he’s mad for baked beans After a couple of minutes walk up Glebe Street on the opposite corner of the Albion’s Club you’ll find this welcoming Cafe. First impressions for ten o’clock on a Saturday morning were that it was busy but there were ample tables for seating. I knew I wanted a large traditional cooked Breakfast and it didn’t disappoint but there were many more dishes written on the chalkboard that were more than tempting Lunchtime would also be a great time to visit as there were many delicious looking pies in the chiller cabinet. The one thing that struck me was the friendliness of the staff - they were consistent in their welcome to each and every customer and eager to help. After we had our Breakfast which was really good I rang my daughter and asked if she wanted a Bacon sandwich- this was arranged promptly and I took it home for her. The overall experience was great and the prices were more than reasonable I paid by card. I really couldn’t fault this place and I will definitely be returning!!

Lovely local place to eat nice atmosphere first time out for breakfast will definitely return. Good breakfast staff polite. It does what is says on the tin.

We tried The Busy Teapot because of the reviews. We were not disappointed. The breakfast was excellent such a wide choice of food with many combinations of what you could have. The food was cooked to perfection well done chef. The homemade pies looked delicious plenty of filling with perfect pastry. If your choice is an afternoon coffee and cake then the cakes also looked amazing. The service was outstanding greeted with a warn welcome good service and it was so pleasing to see someone that enjoyed providing the excellent service. Infact we went back the next day and enjoyed our food just as much. If you are ever travelling or staying in Penrath the Busy Tea pot is a must

Great place for breakfast or brunch or whatever. Superb food, brilliant staff. Just off the main drag in Penarth.

We were visiting Penarth on a family vacation from Toronto, Canada. The two owners were incredibly friendly and welcoming. You could tell it was a local favourite and all the customers were friendly as well. Nice and clean! High chairs available for babies/toddlers. Service was fast but felt homemade. Great local spot for your visit to Penarth! Thank you so much for making us feel so welcome!

Excellent home cooked food just like Mother used to make. Best breakfast. Lovely salad and jacket potatoes, very tasty curries, just wish the place was bigger 😊

A hidden gem in Penarth, just off the high street and tucked away. Lovely staff, fabulous food at reasonable prices. Will definitely go back❤😊👍

Was in the area so popped in for breakfast after reading all the encouraging reviews and it was a good choice! Food arrived hot and really quickly. Service was awesome too!

This cafe is old school, with good family style cooking. They are very much in touch with the local person who know a good cafe when they see one. So many cafes these days have fancy nonsense in them to make them up market, the tea-pot is not one..its down to earth, well priced, and happy.

Unbelievably, rationally totally litty awesome. This place was so stoked and was real radical. Food was a stupendous confectionary and dissolved beautifully in my pancreas. Staff were very pleasant and it was good to see a wide age range of members working there as it’s clear to see the owner values diversity at the core in f this fabulous restaurant .Would definitely come again and have no doubts that this place will live up to its reputation as the finest delicious food consuming facility in all of penarth.

Still the same friendly welcome from the twins and excellent cooking...the Full Monty breakfast and liver and bacon dishes were much enjoyed and the home made corn beef and steak and onion pies looked so good we took some home and weren't disappointed! Well done lads!

My local "Top Draw" Cafe run by great lads who create a gr8 welcoming atmosphere to all and just cant do enough for you. They have worked extremely hard to build up their business and i take my hat off to them ,All home made food and highest quality ingredients used and gr8 value for money.Highly recomended for a visit

Can’t fault the place, the boys are great and service is super quick, food out fast but still so good!

Top breakfast,warm,fresh and plentiful with great friendly service. Can’t fault this place at all,and next time me and my son are going to come back and try the lunchtime menu as it looks great!

Local business ran by 2 brothers who make for a great friendly atmosphere. Loads of locals who are greeted by name, workmen the same. Had the Mega breakfast outstanding and other half sausage bacon and egg in fresh baguette. Cakes and homemade pies looked so good we’re taking a slice each home. Forget other places come here and eat the best and freshest food. Best brew I’ve had in ages too!

The guys working there on arrival very friendly (genuinely welcoming and friendly) The food was amazing had the Full monty breakfast... all freshly cooked, good portions and every bit tasted great. Makes a good mug of tea too. Staff very friendly will definitely be going back.

This cafe in Penarth was recommended to us and we weren’t disappointed. Our food was well presented with fresh salad, hot chips (sick of Luke warm chips) and tasty homemade Lasagne. You can tell that care has gone into the preparation of this food Great value for money and the service was excellent.

Everything about this place is great.great food,great company,great atmosphere.love the food which is always cooked fresh while your waiting ,fast and friendly service.couldnt recommend this place enough.and for those who complain about the food ie breakfast being cold,its made fresh and brought out as soon...

We went here on the basis of the amazing reviews. It’s probably the worst breakfast I’ve had in an age. Especially the bacon which was very strange…. They were lovely people and very friendly but the food was awful.

Lovely and friendly, clean environment. Amazing breakfast! Would recommend to anyone. Definitely worth the money!

We were very happy to find the Busy Teapot. We come to Penarth a few days a month and have had cooked breakfasts here. They do lots of other food and have a varied and flexible menu. We look forward to trying their delicious-looking homemade...

Variety of Home cooked food. Friendly staff. Home Made pies are best in town. Prices reasonable. 0pen Monday to Saturday.

What a great place to have lunch/breakfast. My wife and I look for places that aren't too corporate, where there is a real welcome and of course the food/menu is attractive. We had lunch that was very tasty and as others have commented, generous portions....

I’ve been to the busy teapot regularly over the last 5 years and can never fault it! Boiling hot food! Generous portions! Best hash browns ever and if a hash brown isn’t great it ruins the breakfast for me! Both the guys are always so...

we had been at a funeral locally, but the hotel has stopped doing breakfast, so we found the Busy Teapot, two massive breakfasts served quickly Getting our order is took some time, as this is clearly a locals cafe, and obviously the owners like to...

Fantastic cafe ( No Airs or Graces) the quickness and friendliness of the service is is something special. Served with 2 x breakfasts, toast and tea within 5mins...then said sorry for the delay.... The breakfast was good and the value was top drawer. The 2...

We popped in for breakfast as we found this place on Google and not familiar with the area. The cafe is very clean and a good size with lots of seating. The staff are fantastic very helpful and friendly. Great choice of breakfast options. I...

Great value cafe food - my children love it. Had lunch here again today - warm welcome and very family friendly. Easily the best cafe spoon in the Penarth area….

Absolutely love Busy Teapot, home cooked meals that are delicious, huge menu, hard to choose as everything is really nice

One review made me laugh !! We paid £6.00 for a mega Brekkie (with changed items on request) Toast and a mug of Tea. Excellent value in my opinion. Bacon was gorgeous, as were all other items. The two brothers are so friendly and helpful...

Found this place on TripAdvisor search and we were not sorry. Walked in made welcome ordered at the counter and sat down. We had the ploughman's and it was so fresh and delicious would absolutely recommend. The two guys working there were cheery and had...

Quality home cooked food. Economic. Friendly. Clean. 3 minutes from town centre. Worth waiting 5 minutes for a table.

My friend and I made our first visit here yesterday and we were not disappointed. Lovely brekkie , where the bacon and sausages were the best I have had on a breakfast out. Huge mug of tea (No teapots ha ha) all for £6. Excellent value for money. All their food on display looked great. The two owners (twin brothers) seemed full of energy and very humorous, made us feel very welcome. Well worth a visit and we will most definitely be returning. Many thanks.

We have visited the Busy Teapot three times since it has reopened and the whole experience was as good as ever. Great social distancing and clean. The breakfasts are delicious and are freshly cooked. My niece and I thoroughly enjoyed our corned beef pie and my husband loved the Beef Curry with extra spices added. The boys are always friendly and welcoming. A real home from home. Great to be back.

Great home cooked food great people! always friendly and the food is always consistant and good! Great local!

We’ve eaten at the Busy Teapot many times over the years. It’s aptly named, as the only time it’s not busy is when it’s closed. Even then, I’d imagine the boys will be busy baking home-made cakes, pies, etc.There’s always a cheery welcome and the service is very prompt, friendly and helpful. My son and I always have the Mega Breakfast, and my wife loves the Standard Breakfast and the home-made pies, depending on the time of day we go there. On every visit, the hygiene standards have been excellent.This is a thriving family business, which deserves all the love and custom we can possibly give. When we are in Penarth town during the day, the Busy Teapot is always our Number One choice. We’re delighted the guys have survived the lockdown, and we wish them every success in the future.Long Live the Busy Teapot!!!

Looking at the other reviews here, decided to pop in thinking that this would be a great cafe using quality bacon, sausages etc. It is very rare that I have a cooked breakfast and this was going to be a treat. Upon arrival walked in and lots of seats. Decided to sit by the window and a bit surprised that the chairs had a sticky/oily film over them as did the menu and seemed to need a clean. We looked at the menu and the choices . Decided to go for the big breakfast but I am not a fan of greasy fried eggs so asked could I have poached...the answer from behind the counter..."No we don't do poached on those breakfasts". I said I wasn't keen on oily eggs they said "we only do scrambled or fried". Ok, if that's all the do then that was my choice. So I had one of the largest breakfasts with fried eggs. A cup of tea which looked like the teabag had been used for 20 cups of tea arrived and this was a shame as you would imagine that being called the busy teapot you may have been given a teapot with tea in for two...just a thought!?Food took quite a while and longer than expected and when it was placed down, I knew this was going to be poor. The sausages were small and tasteless, (a shame when a local butchers located in Penarth which sell incredible fresh sausages however, these seemed more like a cheap frozen sausage, two hash browns soaked in fat and clearly frozen, a pile of mushrooms with no taste, the bacon was thin, dry and tasteless, again why not get bacon from the local butchers? The eggs were greasy and overcooked with the yolk dry, beans were beans and a black pudding slice which was dry and flavorless. The toast was plain white medium sliced toast and came cold. I was really surprised at how poor this was considering the location and the other ratings. For the price which was around £13 for two breakfasts and one cup of tea each , I really think this is poor value.I was very disappointment and as mentioned the food incredibly bland. The one cup of tea was cold and weak and by the time the food came you needed another.I expected more and was left disappointed by the service, the food and cleanliness of the cafe. I will not be visiting again.

Always brilliant food, quick service. Clean and staff are very friendly. The owners are so nice all the time

called in for a quick drink and was so impressed we went back for lunch. They make a cracking molky coffee and the cheese on toast was good old fashioned cheese on toast none of your fancy so called cheese on toast. The staff are friendly and the prices very reasonable. Will definately return.

Hidden gem. Lived in Penarth a while and went for the first time today - loved it! Decent brew, nice full brekkie and fair price 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻Will be back 👍🏻

been here a few times and must say food is very nice they do nice food and prices are not too bad and reccomend a breakfast

Had a cooked breakfast here for the first time. Really enjoyed it. Prices are average and the staff is helpful and friendly. Can recommend.

Good food and friendly staff. We were visiting our friend and needed a good breakfast after a long drive. This place was just what we needed.

Popped in for lunch with friends and was so glad we did. Beautiful homemade food at a good price and very friendly guys that run it. Will definately go again if in the area.

Lovely breakfast with the family. Great friendly service and really helpful staff! My boys thought I must have known the staff, I just explained that’s how friendly and helpful Penarth people are.

Quality banter, great atmosphere... oh and the food - good wholesome food dished up well! Pop in about once a week to listen to the singing

We came across this lovely small cafe and thought we would try it. Decided on jacket potatoes but breakfast looked amazing. When it came we were so impressed beautiful. Worth a visit.

Last of the greasy spoons fresh cooked b fast and lots of home made meals no frills j" J ust good honest grub "and plenty of banter

We popped in for breakfast on a Monday morning before heading home from our weekend away.

Eat here on and off over a few years and never been disappointed,always welcomed by the by the owner runners and never let down by any of the food ever....as someone in the trade I will say this is the very best of cafes and if you are in Penarth and want good food at excellent prices or just a cup of tea or joe this is your venue................

This is a no frills cafe. It’s run by 2 brothers and are a friendly bunch. Breakfast was cooked fresh and presented well,it tasted delicious. It does get very busy here ( hence the name)

Lovely friendly staff serving great food! My faves are the full fry up, homemade Corned Beef Pie with chips or the Lentil Curry.

Run by 2 brothers the place is a down to earth no frills cafe, always a friendly atmosphere lovely wholesome homemade food catering for all tastes from the usual fry up to tastey salads.

Visited for toast and tea and very pleased that we did. The welcome was great , singing proprietor very friendly. A nice, best cafe - bustling with activity. The full English looked great - we’ll be back for that next time

Everything cooked perfectly, food was hot, eggs runny, nothing was overdone, quick service, happy owners and always friendly. Must visit for brekkie! Best in Penarth.

This is a must stop for breakfast, the food is good, service is great. The owners are two brothers who also work the kitchen and counter. Very personable and will have conversations with everyone. This is a must for my wife and I every time we are back in Penarth.

Go here quite frequently and have never had a bad experience! Food always tasty and staff very friendly and helpful

Thank you Busy Teapot for a hearty breakfast on Tuesday morning. Picked up our son from Cardiff University for a breakfast treat and catch up. Big tasty breakfast and warm hospitality followed by a lovely walk on the sea front.

Warm, welcoming, friendly and bustling, this cafe is a gem. The vegetarian breakfast was very good value as it includes a hot drink. A very comprehensive menu, fast service with a smile, this unpretentious little place is well worth a visit. Easy free parking in the surrounding streets.

A regular stop for us when working in Penarth. Enjoyed an excellent home made Liver and Onion meal served with Mash and peas. Excellent value for money. Always a great welcome and banter with the owners.

Love the Busy Teapot. Often visit with my daughter at the weekend and occasionally take the kids from the school I work at as a reward for good behaviour.

Awsome food, good prices and very friendly surroundings. The staff are very helpful and always happy to help. Strongly recommend a good old english breakfast

Good value for money. Very friendly service and a great place to meet with friends.. Good food more than I could eat.

Friendly service, evidenced by loads of regulars. No frills, focus on value for money food and beverages. What’s not to like?

Back in the town working. Called in for lunch and again never disappointed . Great home cooked food. A super beef curry and my friend had his normal Sausage Egg and Chips . But as always super home cooked food and a great welcome. A very friendly local eatery . Well done .

Nice little place for breakfast. Friendly staff. Not expensive. Good portions. Recommend to anybody looking for quick breakfast

We’ve lived in Penarth over a year and this is the first I’ve heard of the Busy Teapot...read great reviews so decided to search for it off the beaten track....

Highly recommended very friendly a must visit very competitive and really a good proper cafe found in the heart of penarth town centre

I moved to Penarth a few months ago and already on my way to becoming a regular...

Always good food, Homemade Pies are fab. All the usual on the menu.items plus specials. We go out of our way to eat here. Very friendly staff, always smiling. You wont be disappointed

The cafe is a bit like the traditional greasy fry up but the service is so warm and friendly, you’ll be tempted t go back. The milky coffee is a favourite as well as the home made lasagna and walnut cake.

Wonderful choice of food - always very friendly & welcoming. Very good value. The best place around for breakfast

You get what you pay for , but it's a popular cafe in Penarth , so it's obviously doing something right . They do have a selection of homemade pies etc for lunch which is a nice touch

Lovely tea rooms run by two very friendly brothers. Excellent breakfast with best fried eggs ever. Lovely ambience with quirky collection of teapots

A good breakfast was served, tasty and plenty of choice. We both had a mug of builders tea! There is plenty of choice for snacks and lunch also. Very near the town centre.

Scrummy Yum Yum Yum as said by the 10 year olds in the party. A lovely lunch Friendly welcoming owners Would recommend the Corn Beef oops Steak Pie 🤣

While not strictly a bar, I had it on good authority that this place is as good as any to get a tipple after a long day in the van with Louis. My man Louis orders his iconic Vesper to its exact spec: ‘three measures of Gordon’s gin; one of vodka; half a measure of Kina Lillet. Shake it over ice, and add a thin slice of lemon peel.’ only to be met with a blank stare, which was abruptly followed by an ushering to the exit. This busy teapot aint as busy as everyone is making out.

In town early this morning so took opportunity to grab breakfast. Cannot fault the service, value for money or the food. Easy to understand why this place is busy and very, very easy to recommend.

At the heart of Penarth and well loved by locals and visitors, the Busy Teapot goes out of its way to accommodate everyone. When I explained that I need something gluten free, the brothers went out of the way to feed me and were interested in what it meant to be coeliac.

We visited the Busy Teapot on a weekday afternoon and were a bit surprised (given the hundreds of teapots in the windows) to find that it was more regular cafe (though by no means a greasy spoon) than genteel tearoom. I had the Mega breakfast, Mrs Welsh a pie and chips and the child egg and chips; they were all tasty and not much was left.

Popped in for a quick breakfast, it’s a typical cafe offering a warm atmosphere and good value for money food. Note, parking was difficult!

This place delivers every time. It offers a full breakfast with everything you could ask for and does Raspberry Crusha milkshakes which are a favourite of mine. Excellent value and really friendly staff.

Great service , amazing food very nice people lovely place to go and eat.Great for families totally brilliant also child friendly

We come to visit Penarth to see friends and this is always the highlight, we highly recommend the full English breakfast, five stars!

An excellent breakfast with good ingredients. Large choice of meals on the menu Friendly atmosphere and good service

We came across the cafe by pure accident. what a wonderful surprise, excellent food, good customer service, warm friendly atmosphere.Thank...

Passing through Penarth on our way back to the Midlands and found this treasure. Real down-to-earth cafe serving a vast...

great food great prices good service and happy staff always a greeting and no long waiting times great coffee in...

i have been going into the tea pot for many years the service is good and the food also is...

If you want a good British breakfast you can't go wrong if you go to the Busy Teapot. It's the traditional fry up with a good mug of tea or coffee on the side and free papers to read - what more could you want. The guys who run it are very friendly and attentive - a great little cafe.

Great place to visit , had a great breakfast here after a very disappointing experience at the Beach Hotel , the place was full and the two boys that ran it are a Credit To Penarth, Cardiff and Wales

Had the large all day breakfast with some work colleagues between appointments. Food and service both excellent great banter with the two guys serving and cooking highly recommended

we've been going to 'the tea pot' for years and never had a bad meal - there's a wonderful welcome and the freshly cooked food is served with a smile The boys are constantly cleaning - and the place reflects their personality - warm and well, lovely - well done lads xxx

Best breakfast I've ever had, great service, lovely atmosphere, highly recommend, a real gem in Penarth