Cafe Bluebell in Argyll & Bute

We were really looking forward to our visit to Cafe Bluebell after reading all the great reviews, but sadly came away very disappointed. One of the reasons we chose Cafe Bluebell was it claims to be Vegetarian Friendly, but as we found, not so for breakfast. When we arrived, we were given the menu and mentioned about being vegetarian, our very uninterested server informed us the only thing on the menu for vegetarians was the veggie burger…….not for breakfast I don’t think. We suggested to her perhaps we could have the All Day Breakfast, minus the sausage , bacon and black pudding, and she ‘thought’ this would be alright. I also asked her whether this would be reflected in the price, she again ‘thought’ it would be! So I ordered egg, potato cake and baked beans, my husband a toasted sandwich. The breakfast came with one egg, one potato cake and some beans, fair enough, and my husband enjoyed his toasted sandwich. However, when we came to pay we were still charged the £8.95 for a full breakfast, which had only 3 of the 7 items on offer, and even those were not doubled up to create a larger plate of food. The food we had was OK, but we came away feeling slightly aggrieved at the attitude. My suggestion would be, if you are a vegetarian, do not visit the Cafe Bluebell for breakfast.

Arrived last night in Carradale...out for breakfast and stumbled upon Cafe Bluebell and we are so glad we did. The young girl who serviced us (think she was called Suzanne who has just returned from uni) was an absolute treasure ...friendly, warm welcoming. As a fussy family nothing was too much bother for her, what an asset to cafe Bluebell she is.Breakfast came and was delicious, all day breakfast superb.For out first eating out experience here you did the place proud.Thank you very much Cafe Bluebell and as Arnold Schwarzenegger “i’ll be back!!”xxxx

We popped in for lunch one day my first visit and went for the soup and sandwich. The portions were of good size and reasonably priced. The young waiter was very pleasant and efficient in his service. Nice wee place for a spot of lunch.

Stopped here during a visit to the town and got a warm welcome, the lunchtime menu was good and filling at a reasonable price. Staff were quick to seat us and take our order, though the lady in charge is a bit regimental, we had to sit where we were told! However we enjoyed our food and would go again if we were in the area.

Great food and friendship and allways helpful with tourist information,, clean and warm and very homely good toilet facilities and a good dry area welcome to boat men from Ballycastle

We arrived around 3.30pm on a Sunday, desperately looking for somewhere to eat, as restaurants and pubs had to close at 6pm due to Covid. This was really the first place we saw, and we decided just to go for it, as we still planned to drive down the coast further before dark.The young waiter brought our menu, and told us of the specials which included Roast Chicken in a Peppercorn Sauce with Roast Potatoes, Mashed Potatoes and steamed vegetables. My friend and I both decide to have this, without even looking at the standard menu. He had me at Peppercorn Sauce!I am not keen on some vegetables so I asked him what they were, did they include carrots, and were they all mixed together? He told me yes carrots were included, and asked was I allergic, or just didn't like them? I didn't like them, but it was no problem to serve me a plate without them.We were served very quickly, and the meals were absolutely delicious! The veg, runner beans and broccoli, were cooked to perfection. Roast Potatoes nice and fluffy. Generous portions.We would definitely recommend this cafe to anyone, as the food was restaurant standard, and this Sunday meal with trimmings cost less than £10 each.

Fantastic food really worth a visit if you are in the town. I can highly recommend the fish. Lovely staff and spot on with the COVID safety measures.

Cafe is easy to find right on the street opposite the harbour. Please note that during COVID-19 social distancing restrictions BOOKING is essential. The quiche was great in flavour and taste and clearly home made. The only downside was the pastry had gone soggy possibly being microwaved to heat up. The coronation chicken was one of the best I have tried. The soup was also clearly home made lentil but my personal preference would be to have it thicker. Staff were very friendly and helpful. There is plenty of free parking along the street and around the back of the cafe. The cafe was very busy and popular with both locals and tourists. Good controls and procedures are in place for the COVID-19 virus. Definitely the best cafe for lunch in the area and I would recommend if in the area.

We visited this cafe which travelling to the Mull of Kintyre for a break and cup of coffee. Parking was very easy opposite the cafe.

Great choice of food, drinks and cakes; all served with a smile. A Covid-secure establishment, right in the centre of this beautiful town.

I can recommend this lovely cafe if you ever visit Campbeltown. The service is excellent and staff were welcoming and accommodating. Food was very tasty, and made with fresh ingredients .I particularly enjoyed the chicken salad with homemade mayonnaise. Cakes are also homemade and fresh ,the chocolate Nutella cake in particular was amazing. Oh and the cupcakes too.

Just had lunch with 3 friends and couldn't fault it very reasonably priced and excellent service from the waitresses. Would definitely recommend it.

over-priced basic cafe fare..... example - £7.95 for a small lunchtime paninni.£7.95Really?I had been touring around the many excellent coffee shops along the Kintyre peninsula but the prices here were way above the going rate.not sure how they can justify this.disappointing.

Always a pleasure to visit this friendly family run cafe which is really more like a restaurant as describing it as a cafe does not do it justice. Excellent home cooked food from a snack to a full blown 3 course meal. Always look forward to visiting when we are down this area.

Lovely variety of snacks available and good coffee as well. Social distancing is strictly maintained. Excellent value for money.

Hubby and I had a wonderful lunch at the Bluebell cafe. Great food, the staff very knowledgeable of dietary restrictions and excellent service. The food was good value too. Couldn’t fault anything, if you’re in Campbeltown and need a safe place to eat GF or DF I would highly recommend it!

Staff very friendly and welcoming, food amazing. We both had baked potatoes and they were the best I’ve ever eaten. Side salad and lots of fillings. Will definitely be back. Ten out of ten.

Been going here for a few years now when we visit Campbeltown and both the food and service is amazing. Always friendly staff and the food is delicious, you won’t find better. Best fish and chips in town

We had left our glamping pod filled with a few breakfast bars and were ready for an early lunch when we reached Campbeltown. It’s a lovely cafe looking out to the harbour. Staff very friendly and place was very clean, including the toilets. I went for the all day breakfast which was delicious, my youngest enjoyed it too (sausages, bacon, beans, black pudding, tattie scone, fried egg, 2 slices of toast with butter and jam and either tea or coffee!) My hubby went for roll and square and my kids were cheese toastie and pizza. Everyone enjoyed. Well priced and this was our 2nd outing to sit indoors and it was the same experience, stress free, clean, plenty space between tables.

We were looking for a place to eat and we are glad we found this little cafe.The staff kept checking on us to see if we are ok, the food came on time . Well cleaned and we would come back

On the Monday it was shut as was all the eating places probably due to the impact of the virus. Open on Tuesday very clean friendly staff all in visors., Good menu. Very good soup and sandwich deal. Well done

Staying at Machrihanish, we took a day trip to Campbeltown and after a walk along the shore we stopped at Cafe Bluebell for lunch. It’s a busy place, the staff are very friendly and competent and the food was really good. In fact, my butterscotch sponge was best ever. Five excellent stars to you all!

Busy little coffee shop, Quick and cheery service. Unfortunately they closed at 4. The view was pleasant looking at the harbour and loch.

This cafe is nicely decorated so a great place to have coffee and take in the views of beautiful Campbeltown loch. The food here is good and excellent value for money.

Wonderful little cafe in Carradale food looked good but I was only there for a drink service was fine, cafe clean. Would go in again

the food and service here are exeptional the quality of food was mouthwatering and very polite waitress service

Enjoyed a decent breakfast here and enjoyed the atmosphere, with the place full of regulars enjoying a good get together.

Fabulous food with warm friendly service - recommend the toasted sandwiches and the coffee. Cakes were pretty tempting too.

Had soup and sandwich deal. £6.50. Homemade mushroom soup. I had tuna mayo on brown. Well filled sandwich. Also Coronation chicken sandwich was well filled and tasty. Nice setting. Staff nice and helpful. Place was busy which was nice to see. Recommend.

Visiting the area found ourselves in the Cafe Bluebelll on three occasions, and not disappointed at all. A very busy and popular with the locals cafe serving quality food. Indeed my wife thought the baked potato was the best she'd ever had - not bad for 7 decades eh?

I would highly recommend this cafe for it's great service and fantastic food. The waiting staff were run off their feet but nothing was too much trouble for them. We had a lovely lunch. I had the New York Beef Burger - it was just perfect - whilst my partner enjoyed a cheese and onion sandwich. The plates came loaded and the food was GOOD!

Friendly, homely atmosphere and quick efficient service with tasty food. A must every time we come to Kintyre.

I just love these places ......... A breakfast, A coffee and then we are set up to explore the local........... This is like many a local Cafe They endevour to give you a perk up with a Coffee and a bun.......... which is exactly what we did on a quck visit to Campbeltown with our Camper ............. If your here it well remebering it's on the good list as opposed to the "I got belly ache after I got my food with a dirty thumb in it".........

Lovely first visit. Excellent choice of meals and drinks.

This is a clean and airy place and service was prompt.

Another lovely place to eat, again best to book, very busy. They were queuing to go in. Lots to choose from the menu. Views to the harbour. Staff very helpful and friendly

I went in because I used to visit a cafe of the same name back in the early 70s.

Absolutely delicious, piping hot full all day breakfast. A few personal amendments to the choices were made, with no problem. Actually felt healthy! Service was attentive and pleasant. No card payment facilities but that didn’t take away from the enjoyment. Would definitely recommend.

Lovely cafe on Hall Street, great views of the Loch. Wonderful friendly staff. Never had a bad meal, lovely food, especially love the toasties! Great offering on standard menu for all ages, and good choice of specials on the day. Nice cakes too!

Cafe was very busy but well worth the wait. The food was so fresh and tasty. Staff very pleasant and very aware of allergy issues. Well worth a visit.

Had a quick coffee stop at this harbour side cafe. Friendly service and excellent food. My husband had soup and a sandwich which he enjoyed and I had a scone which was lovely.

My wife and I went for a day out to Kintyre and stopped at Campbeltown for lunch.

I recommend you arrive at 9.00 a.m. and order scones for breakfast. Delicious, crispy on the outside and light on the inside; a rich yellow colour from free range eggs and warm because they are straight out of the oven. Not just the best scones in Scotland but the best scones I have ever eaten. Combine this with ultra cleanliness of the cafe, friendliness and great service. A gem of a cafe. Sorry we walked off with the newspaper and we will be back for those two extra scones.

We are on holiday in bairlochnach. Went out exploring and went to campbeltown got out the car and really wanted a drink .

We only had a panini and a sandwich with coffee but everything was excellent and service was efficient and friendly. Would definitely eat there again.

I was really disappointed with my experience at this cafe. I had an all day breakfast which was really greasy and tasteless sausages.I ended leaving most on the plate. Bits of food under table as well. Such a shame.

Have enjoyed lovely food here on many occasions. Lovely service and overlooks the harbour. Breakfast is excellent.

This is a well-run and spotless cafe near the harbour. Everyone is really friendly and keen to help. The food is fresh and well-presented at good prices. A great experience - don't miss it.

Lovely cafe, great location, we enjoyed great rolls both mornings, with lovely coffee and hot chocolate, perfect start before golf at Machrahanish!!!

We had limited time in Campbeltown and found Café Bluebell as a restaurant for a quick bite; we were not disappointed! My husband and I ordered the Toastie of the Day, which contained cranberry and brie, with a hearty lentil soup. Both were delicious, and we greatly appreciated the warm and cozy meal on a blustery day!

A lovely spot to stop for a wee cuppa or a full breakfast/lunch. There is homemade baking and their variety of coffees are really nice. One of the best hotchocolates can be found here! The food is fresh, served very nice and really tasty. Great place for families as well. Comfy, cosy and friendly.

What a lovely little cafe with really friendly staff right on the water front and with easy parking outside . Food was lovely and very reasonably priced . Would definitely return

The Mull of Kintyre and Campeltown weren't at their finest on the day we drove down from Tarbert - misty, drizzly and cold unfortunately. We decided to have lunch at Café Bluebell based on the TripAdvisor reviews and were very glad we did - despite it being very busy, the staff were welcoming and friendly and after a short wait we were shown to our table. Nothing too surprising on the menu, but what there is is good, wholesome, tasty food at a reasonable price - from snacks through to full meals, all at reasonable prices. A wee gem of a place.

Stopped here for lunch on an overnight visit to Campbeltown.

Just what we needed Can’t pay on card though, but there is a cash machine close by if you need it!!!

Stopped for a tea here while in town. Right on the front so easy to watch people and the seagulls fly by. A bit blustery the day we were here though

Popped into the Bluebell while touring the peninsular and had a nice lunch at very reasonable prices - fresh fish with chips and a veggie burger with tea for 2 at a total of around £17.50.

this little cafe is a little gem we go when we visit Campbeltown which quite often the staff are great the food is wonderful to the manageress or own gets stuck in helping when its very busy i ask for mushroom soup and got lentil she was so sorry they had run out but it was just has tasty staff are cheerful and helpful they are quick to get you seat and always sorry if delay great place love ....

When I am in Campbeltown I often meet a local friend at Cafe Bluebell for lunch. The establishment sells good café style meals such as fish and chips, burgers, salads homemade soups, sandwiches and teas, coffees and cakes. If you get a window seat you'll have sea views of Campbeltown Harbour. The staff are friendly and efficient. Definitely good value. N.B. think it closes on Mondays.

On a tour of Arran and Kintyre on our motorbike and needed a hot drink before heading to the Mull of Kintyre - this cafe was busy inside (always a good sign) so we popped in for a hot drink. I had Earl Grey tea and my husband had a latte served in a mug rather than a glass which made his day (he hates the glass mugs). Wish we'd been hungry as the food and cakes looked great! Services was fast and friendly.

We went in twice for lunch and very good it was too. It’s obviously a popular place and I can see why. We had soup and sandwiches one day and and the macaroni cheese another time. Everything is freshly made and you get a good sized portion. The coffee is excellent. Definitely a good place for lunch.

A busy cafe frequented by locals, hence we were tempted in (when other nearby cafes appeared empty), good quality food, prompt service, will definitely return when next in the area - unfortunately a 11 hour drive from home.

Called in at the cafe for soup and brew all very nice and very with locals that’s aways a good sign in my book

The lunch from Café bluebell was nice. It is your typical café still menu and we opted for the soup and baguette, and macaroni cheese and chips. The chips were very oily so we didn't eat many of them. Everything else was nice. The café was mobbed so were lucky to get the last table. Service was a little slow but that was to be expected. Would come back.

Lovely cafe lovely staff and even better food. Well worth a visit. We had a breakfast roll each everything was cooked fresh and to order the coffee was quality as well. The cakes look amazing as well. Cheers guys

Wonderful cafe with even better service. We had scones and a coffee. Scones were fresh and delicious. Did I say the service was great? It was 😀

The food was great and I would recommend visiting this place for lunch. They were very efficient from us coming in the door to serving the food.

We had breakfast here twice whilst camping nearby. Very friendly waitress who asked us to make ourselves comfortable and she'd be back to get our order. She was jolly and polite. Great service and excellent breakfasts. When paying, on departure, she says it's cash only and advises where nearest cash machine is and then says come back later we're open till 5. How refreshing, that in this day and age, trust and honesty still exists. Exceptional!! Would highly recommend this place, we only had breakfasts but they had a good menu to choose from. Well done.

Staff were friendly, breakfast was tasty and the cafe was comfortable. They don’t take card payment, so if you’re visiting remember and take cash.

Great location and a really clean environment with a nice (sensibly priced menu) - keep up the high standards!

Einer wirklich schöner und urtümlicher Laden. Etwas laut und hektisch, aber alle sehr nett und wenig Touristen. Sie machen hier leckere Burger und auch Suppen und Aufläufe. Vieles Homemade und lecker zu einem günstigen Preis. Klare Empfehlung!

Popped in here on a Sunday morning during a camping trip to Campbeltown. Nothing to complain about, food was decent - we had a veggie and full breakfast. Big portions. Staff were friendly. Saw some fresh scones being served which looked good and they catered for folk wanting to take food away.

Every town has a greasy spoon where locals hang. If I lived in Campbeltown this would be mine. The cafe is clean and roomy; comfy seats and cheerful, prompt service. I had a lovely breakfast roll (bacon, egg and a bit of fresh tomato) and filter coffee, at my leisure, surrounded by locals catching up on the latest news. The coffee was dark and strong and I was surprised at how good it tasted, as I always am when I find a good dark roast in Scotland.

Popped in for breakfast this morning, for my first ever visit to this place I was utterly blown away.

Excellent value for money. Prices don’t break the bank and are of high standard. Very clean establishment with friendly and helpful staff. Most impressed and would not hesitate to recommend.

Excellent service and allergy friendly. Checked everything, and ensured food was safe. Good food, good service and overall a lovely experience

This was my second time visiting campbelltown and the bluebell still tops the lot for food, service etc. Michelle the owner is on hand to personally run the resturant and nothing is a problem. The food is first rate, we had breakfast, lunch and brunch. The staff are polite and service is prompt but without feeling hurried. Try the big breakfast fproll, it's amazing.

Great location! Lines out the door. Breakfast sandwiches and burgers are the way to go! Enjoy the great service too!

Stopped here briefly for coffee and cake. Very friendly, bright atmosphere. Although it was busy, staff were welcoming, attentive, and . Excellent quality of cakes and very acceptable coffee. Reasonable prices.

Been to this cafe a few times now, and always pleased with every aspect. Good food, great cakes, good service, and sensible prices. Always busy and obviously well used by locals which is always a great sign.

We visit Campbeltown every year and Cafe Bluebell is always reliable, good quality food and quick service. I just wish you opened in the evening for dinner too!

Visited campbeltown for the first time today, lovely town, so decided we would have breakfast, and visited this cafe, as we had the dig and the weather was great we thought it would be good to have take away, my partner wemt into the cafe and asked for a bacon roll and 2 coffees, to her horror the girl said we are to busy to make a take way!!!!!

We arrived in Campbeltown around 2PM and we're worried that resto would be closed. At the tourist info they referred us to the Cafe Bluebell. We had the sandwich / soup (a lentils soup that tasted like a good French Canadian pea soup) and everything was fabulous. The staff was very friendly. Recommended.

You know that a place will be good when it is full. We had a very enjoyable lunch after a morning of sightseeing. Staff was very friendly and the food delightful. Chicken curry recommended.

Found this little gem quite by chance stopped for morning coffee ,enjoyed the atmosphere and coffee so much went back for a late lunch we were not disappointed Would recomend cafe Bluebell

Great stop in Campbletown on a Sunday afternoon . Friendly staff, good food, lovely décor, great mini cupcakes, lovey coffee, reasonably priced and very clean. Impressed and recommend.

Real had a great meal today scampi salad and chips. Fast service well presented food and very good prices, great experience and lovely staff.

Delicious lunch in a child friendly cafe. Food - all home made was piping hot and served quickly by friendly staff. Too full to savour the home baking. Maybe next time!

Homely good honest food and freshly cooked.all the staff are friendly and helpfull.The owner is the cook and is on hand 6days a week.Restaurant is on the front street and just across from the famous Campbeltown harbour and Loch.Enjoy the welcome and the have a chat with the locals.

I've been here several times now and its been consistently great. Food is lovely and pretty much all home made. Staff are always friendly and welcoming. Lovely place

Popped in when I arrived in campbeltown and was not disappointed. Great cup of tea and tatty scone and egg roll. Just perfect and will be visiting again during my stay.

Had holiday in my home town of Campbeltown last week and again visited the Cafe Bluebell and as usual, found the food and service to be of the high standard that they have set.

My mother visited Cafe Bluebell this afternoon and asked me to submit a review on her behalf. My mother was very impressed by the extremely friendly and helpful staff who made her feel so welcome. A great pot of tea and an excellent scone. Thank you for your kindness from the lady at table 17!

Popped in here on our first day in Campbeltown and had cake and scones with tea - very nice. Friendly staff and very clean. Toilets were spotless

Went for a lunch with my husband.Fresh,lovely toasters and scones.Staff very friendly and atmosphere so nice we visited again next day.

Traditional seaside cafe with Art Deco fittings serving tea, coffee, cakes, sandwiches, breakfasts, fish and chips, burgers etc. Very popular amongst both local people and visitors so can be busy in summer. Cafe overlooks harbour, but often hard to get a window seat.

Thank you for the best sit down yet very quick lunch ever!! We needed a quick bite and we were hungry and short on time. Very friendly and attentive staff. I had soup and a toasty my husband had a chicken sandwich. Lunch was fast to the table but well made and hot. Somehow the staff did not make me feel rushed even though I rushed them. Magic. Go to cafe bluebell. Have lunch you won't be sad you did.

Highly recommended by friends and family of Campbeltown - wasn't disappointed. Staff and food excellent

We came here on a wet afternoon in Campbeltown. And it fairly cheered us up. The mushroom soup was amazing and a lovely toasted sandwich on the side made it very filling. We never had room for cake but it did look great. Very reasonable too.

Had 2 meals here, staff were friendly and meals were prompt to come out. Good for families on a budget.