Cantina in East Dorset - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

Cantina is now under the new management of Janine, and she is providing a larger range of delicious breakfasts and lunches in this charming and well run cafe. There is outside seating if you prefer and a lovely welcoming atmosphere.

A shopping trip to Wimborne was going well and my wife and I felt the need of refreshment at mid-day. We decided to revisit a little cafe we had been to before and we were not disappointed on this return occasion at CANTINA CAFE; near the Minster Church. We really enjoyed salmon sandwiches with cream cheese and horseradish dressing and salad garnish. Really tasty! When I asked for black tea to drink with lemon, the proprietor went out especially to obtain fresh lemon slices. We shall go again. Their service was excellent. We shall go again!

The food here is certainly not your average sandwiches and tea, but well served, imaginatively created and fine value for money. Treat yourself!

Lovely coffee shop. Very nice atmosphere and welcoming. Their coffee is the best in town and the sandwiches are excellent especially the bacon and cornish brie

Popped in for a light lunch. The welcome was warm, the staff friendly and there was a steady stream of regulars popping in. Only had sandwiches and tea but was very nice.

We visited mid week for a light lunch and was not disappointed. The cafe is small but there was space to sit. Lots of customers coming and going so it had a nice feel to it. The staff were really friendly, and keen to welcome. We order lunch and cold drinks. The lunches were all freshly made and were lovely. The menu is generally sandwiches, paninis, mezze boards and some specials. It came out around £8 per head which is really reasonable. Thank you, we really enjoyed our lunch.

Had takeaway coffee, was so bad I couldn’t finish it. Saw a sign that said “best coffee in town” if that’s the case, I shall never have coffee in Wimborne.

Visited this place for a Greek Evening the other day. Meal consisted of shop bought dips and giant beans for a starter, easily the worst mousaka I've ever been served and a small dollop of yogurt with a few grapes for pud. For this we were charged £22.50 per head without drinks.

Absolutely superb. Tony was such a lovely host .the food was awesome .will come back .the coffee was lovely .we had panini s the service was very polite and honest.the cafe restaurant is very clean .I love coming somewhere and made to feel well come as if I was a regular customer .the prices are very good as well. In a whole what a lovely place .cheers Tony

Popped in for coffee as we had been catching up and needed to have a break.Coffee served with a lovely shortbread and the cake portions were huge and very nice.Other food we saw all looked good.

I’ve been coming here now on a regular basis for a long time as it’s definitely my favourite cafe in town. The owner is chatty, friendly and makes absolute delicious food! Also best coffee- my favourite is the cold coffee he makes! Cakes can’t be missed! A must try!

I discovered this gem of a cafe by accident and cannot recommend it enough! My husband and I shared a delicious meat platter and the service couldn’t have been better. We’ll definitely be back and have recommended the place to our friends. Thanks for a wonderful experience!

As a Cantina regular I wonder if the last two reviewers are referring to the correct establishment. Cantina is very much open with the same excellent service, food and coffee they have always given. Not sure how a coach party of 50 were let down as firstly they were open that day and secondly Cantina only seats about 30.

Second visit to this place with friend i didn't want to go but thought id give them another try. The loud mouthed owner was no better and the place was empty which isnt surprising as the sandwich was stale and the coffee tasted odd. The rumours we heard its that they are closing down which wouldn't surprise me. Went past yesterday and all closed up so guessing they are now out of business?

The gentleman that owns this cafe / restaurant is so lovely! He always welcome you and makes you feel at home without intruding. Coffee was great (good choice).

poor service, rude load staff , totally empty which all adds up. Try Kings head or tickled pig they are clean friendly and the staff dont listen in on your conversations

My husband and I visited for coffee this week. Service is really very good as is the coffee I had gluten free brownie which was very good and my husband had a toasted tea cake. A very relaxed friendly atmosphere will definitely return.

We often use this outlet when we are in Wimborne and want a coffee. The good standard of coffee is always consistent and good value. The seating are is small and accessed by steep stairs but is very comfortable. Snacks and cakes are available and always well presented.

Visited here for lunch. Had a bacon and Brie panini and a ham and cheese panini. Very comfortable upstairs tables. The coffee was fantastic the best I’ve had in ages. Friendly host and quick service. Try it for a light lunch you won’t be disappointed.

One Sunday we went in here for a pot of tea, a sandwich and pannini, both were excellent as was the home made cake I had to follow. Staff were very friendly. Tucked away down a small side street off the square it is well worth a visit.

Had returned to Wimborne late in the afternoon and needed some light refreshment. Popped into one cafe which had closed its kitchen so ventured further and came upon this little cafe down a small alley leading to the Minster. While pondering outside we were invited...

Escondido en un pequeño callejón de la Abadía, La Cantina puede ser difícil de encontrar, pero vale la pena el esfuerzo! Le espera una cálida bienvenida de Tony y su bromas descarado se iluminan su día! Él conoce todos los lugareños por su nombre y está realmente contento.

. . En un callejón. Enfrente de la catedral. El café es excelente y la alegre dueño es inclinado a cantar como él tiende la máquina espresso! ¿qué no? Debemos organizar a tiempo para el almuerzo en nuestra próxima visita a Wimborne Minster.

Disfrutamos de una comida estupenda aquí - encantador bocadillos frescos con una bonita selección de relleno y variedad de pan. Yo tenía pollo, pimientos asados y albahaca mayonesa mientras mi otra mitad eligió de queso de cabra con remolachas y rocket. Delicioso. Tan bueno que regresamos unos días después! Servicio con una sonrisa. Lugar pequeño pero cómodo y práctico para el centro de la ciudad y la iglesia.

Acabé aquí porque los otros cafés estaban completos y estamos muy contentos de haberlo hecho. Desde fuera no parece mucho, pero el servicio y la comida era maravillosa. Y lo que es más, la mitad del precio de cualquier otro sitio. Una visita obligada!

Wonderful staff and plenty of food to pick from, the meals are often abundant and you won't be leaving hungry! Would strongly suggest visiting with a small part of about 3 or 4 people for the best time.

Fabulous little gem of a place. Best jacket potato I have ever had. Hubby had soup and pain also excellent and rounded of with generous pot of tea. Very reasonable quality lunch. Will certainly call again.

On a finger chilling afternoon in Dorset , and taking the ubiquitous Costa out of the warming up equation , Cantina is the perfect place to enjoy a range of coffees and teas , the younglings are catered for too .It was very hard to resist the temptation of sampling a slice of the very nice violet and blackberry cake ..I will return ...

Called in for a quick snack,but it was far from quick.Both my wifes' and my paninis were over toasted and not really appetising and the time taken to serve the four snacks ordered took an age.When the second pair of paninis arrived some 10-15 mins later they were under doneDon,t think we will bother visiting again

Was just passing by on our way to the Jurassic Coast and was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the coffee. The two pretty young girls working there were very kind and accommodating and it was lovely to see them working together and joking around with each other. It not only gave the cafe a homely feel but made for a very entertaining stop , so much so that we decided to stay for a sandwich. Great food, great music (Loudon Wainwright) and great atmosphere. 10 out of 10 would recommend!

A quirky little place promising much.Unfortunately, it did not live up to expectations.The service was very slow, we were in here for over 90 minutes and we had only ordered four coffees and four paninis!When they did arrive two at a time with a 15 minute gap between them, the first pair were overlooked and the next pair were only warm. We will not return.

Have seen review photos of others and not sure where the photos were taken. Certainly the food on offer is nothing like that shown in photos. Drab, uninteresting, tasteless with what looked like sundried salad. A little more tomato, cucumber and some form of dressing wouldn't go amiss!!! My stomach isn't often turned too easily but the coffee here certainly did turn mine. Tasted as if having stood all day and not hot enough when served. When I visit a cafe I like to sit and contemplate my day over coffee with a 'moist' slice of cake. Not to be bombarded with very much 'in your face' idle chit chat about the Saints or Bournemouth football clubs. Hope you future adventurists like football and enjoy the 'in your face' service from an over eager host.

I like going upstairs (be very careful, as these stairs are steep!) to sit and have a filter coffee and piece of delicious home-made cake - comfy armchairs and London street signs surround you.Loyalty card too.

Whenever we are visiting Wimborne, we always head to this tucked away cafe now. It has a sweet little under cover courtyard for eating outside and a lovely, comfortable upstairs area, plus the downstairs tables as you step into the cafe. We almost always head upstairs. It is nice to sit on one of the comfy armchairs or sofas if you are just having coffee and a cake, but we mainly sit at one of the tables and chairs and enjoy a good lunch. The coffee is always very good and we enjoyed delicious soups through the winter and now great salads. Yesterday the choice was homemade quiche with salad or parma ham and melon salad. Both were very generous salads and very tasty. The sandwiches are also very good, with a great range of interesting and tempting fillings as well. We really like the owner, who is always helpful even when he is busy. Mmmmmm, just wish I was going to be in Wimborne again today! Roll on the next visit!

i look forward to my saturday morning latte here, with a friend or two. Foods lovely too and Tony is always chirpy!

Popped in here for a light lunch and waddled out after tucking into delicious Greek Meze. The service was friendly and helpful. We sat downstairs in a cozy area near the kitchen and it was lovely to see the owner meet and greet regulars in a familiar manner. There are other tables and a comfy sofa area upstairs. Plenty to choose from on the menu boards and reasonably priced. I recommend you try it next time you're in the area.

Wonderful little gem. Had the best coffee in town and a yummy bacon and Brie roll very tasty. Wonderful service and a really lovely warm atmosphere. Will definitely go again soon. Loved it.

Our party of four had lunch in the Cantina on Saturday afternoon. The venue is quite small but homely and the host is quite a character.We had soup, and sandwiches with coffee and tea (which was served with a shortbread finger). This was of good quality and at a reasonable price.I would recommend Cantina as somewhere to relax with a newspaper, coffee and sandwich when in Wimborne.

Quirky fun placeGood iced coffee and tea with scone. Good banter with mine host Tony. Clean loo. Would recommend as place for a light lunch or a drink

Lovely little coffee shop in the centre of town, Tony is a great host, so excellent service and fab scone and frappe.Full of locals so also good value for money.

Visited Cantina today and they had a good choice of sandwiches on the menu. Both myself and my niece ordered humus, cucumber, sun dried tomato and halloumi on a panini. It came with a bland side salad with no dressing and when I asked for some the plate was taken from me and some tasteless salad dressing was added. There was hardly any filling to the sandwich and not much taste either. My 8 year old niece had a ham sandwich which had been spread with bertolli or something like that and this was the overriding taste of hers and our sandwiches! Her chocolate milkshake was made of powder which could be tasted and to quote her it was disgusting! The only decent thing we had was my smoothie but only one flavour was available. The bill came to £24 for 3 sandwiches and 3 drinks and they only take cash! Would not recommend it at all plus the staff were more concerned about serving the regular customers who came in whilst we were there.

This is quite a quirky little place but none the worse for that !We needed to stop for lunch on holiday and discovered Cantina.The menu choices are interesting and the sandwiches are freshly prepared.We went for ham and cheese with piccalli.They were delicious.Tony,the owner is quite a character and only guilty ,perhaps ,of over enthusiasm,however one would prefer this to disinterest.Many other things on the board looked of interest so we will return to try these !

really welcoming lovely staff, would visit every time i come to wimborne. lovely food and amazing coffee

I discovered this little gem of a cafe when I spent a year living in Wimborne. Now that I have moved out of the town, I will once a week or so still pay a visit for lunch or an afternoon coffee, as it's that good. The owner Tony is an eccentric whirlwind, who goes out of his way to ensure his customers are happy. You're always guaranteed a warm welcome. The coffee is the best in the town, and Tony serves a range of interesting and unusual sandwiches, plus Greek mezze and fantastic cakes. Although Cantina looks small from the outside, there is plenty of room in the upstairs lounge area, and when the weather is nice, there's small terrace to the side of the property.I have visited many times on my own, and periodically with my partner and our children. We've always been well looked after.Great service, and great food and drink. Highly recommended! :-)

Just had a panini, quite tasty, however my usual pet peeve of an under dressed plate with lacklustre garnish. The few rocket leaves were dry and only accompanied by a single slice of tomato and cucumber. For the price I would expect a little more enthusiasm towards presentation. The menu has a great selection of Spanish ingredients so let's see a few more on the plate.

Always given a warm welcome from Tony. Fantastic coffee (latte) and gorgeous carrot cake. The room upstairs is comfortable and stylish. Lovely way to spend an hour chatting with my mum!

Their mezze sharing platter was pretty good for a quick bite. but the best bit was that they have an arrangement with the Oddfellows Arms next door that does NOT serve food. You can buy your food in the Cantina, and they will then make it up and bring it to you in the pub. An excellent arrangement I thought.

It's quite small and in need of some refurbishment but very friendly. The drinks and food are good value. Tony the owner chats to his customers but is so energetic that the service is good too.

Stopped by here for a lovely cup of coffee. Didn't eat but the menu looks very appetising. Shame about faded decor - stair carpet worn and a little dangerous, upstairs tired-looking and toilet floor not very clean. Could be a really great place with a bit of TLC.

Just had a coffee and that was enough. This place seems to be using quality beans but there is no care in preparation, either not enough ground coffee or water temp was wrong. Whatever the coffee tasted uncooked. If the owner concentrated on proper coffee making and stopped his cheeky chappy repartee with the customers it may help.Also it was so cold downstairs, upstairs a bit warmer. Only redeeming factor was the very clean toilet facility.Not recommended

Staff really nice and friendly. Good atmosphere worth a visit if your ever out shopping in wimborne. Good selection of snacks and beverages and local produce

Sharing Mezze and soup was ideal for lunch. Pleasant relaxed surroundings.Ignore this sentence - I'm typing this to make up the minimum 50 characters.

Stopped in Wimbourne part way through a journey to find somewhere for lunch. Saw the signs to Cantina and eventually managed to find it.This is a small coffee shop/cafe and has limited spaces but found a table upstairs. Limited range of food at lunchtime but what there was was very good. The coffee was also excellent. Not sure why but it was just that bit different from the usual and tasted great.Prices very reasonable. Will call again when next passing Wimbourne.

Went into this Coffee Shop about 4 times over the year with my partner and then on another occasion with my Sister-in-law - and the owner seems more interested in Entertaining his "Friends" than serving paying Customers and seems totally uninterested!Won't bother visiting again!

As a Barista and general coffee enthusiast, I use to love this place, about 2 years ago, when it sold Nude Espresso which is one of my favourite roasts. Unfortunately due to a lack of care my milk was burnt and the coffee was so bitter I could only handle about 3 sips before throwing away... such a pity.

The Cantina is wonderful. Tony knows all his customers by name, makes everyone welcome and is hyper-energetic. We've had coffee in many other places in Wimborne. The Cantina is the only place we go for coffee now.

Quirky little coffee shop. Great friendly service, great coffee and amazing hot chocolate. All served with a complimentary biscuit. If you walk by and it looks busy don't be put off there are more tables, chairs and sofas upstairs. Would recommend a visit if you are passing .

Nada de pratos muito incrementados, nem muito temperados. Comida típica caseira. Gostei muito. Recomendo sem titubear;

We arrived in Wimborne by 'bus dying for a coffee. As we got off the bus we saw the sign to Cantina - great find, great coffee and then we knew Tony in his previous incarnation at Lupa's in SouthamptonWent back for a light lunch - great sandwich - bread and filling really great.Keep up the good work Tony - hope to see you again soon

We love Wimborne and tucked away in the back streets we found the Cantina. We had a light lunch, soup for my partner. I had a unusual sandwich, I am not sure what the bread was but it was lovely, it was packed with smoked salmon, avocado and rocket, a good meal. We didn't need the cakes but the orange marmalade cake and the toasted teacake were lovely with our coffee.The upstairs was cosy on a chilly day, there were comfy sofas or tables and chairs. Lots to read as well.The owner was very enthusiastic!

4 of us were searching for a light lunch in Wimborne, and orher than pubs we were struggling to find somewhere. Luckily we spotted signs for Cantina, and settled down as we were welcomed in. Tony & Molly were attentive & cheerful and we shared a cold meat and greek platter which was just lovely. If you want a hot or cold drink & a perfect lunch in friendly surroundings give Cantina a try, we'll be back!

Great value , very nice food , and coffee cheaper and nicer atmosphere then costa , very good customer service ,

I visited here at the end of the summer. I decided to have a quick coffee as there was a little table outside in the sunshine. The young staff seemed to be surprised to see a customer and not completely sure what to do about it… I ordered my coffee and would have had a piece of cake if there had been anything that looked appetising. My coffee was delivered outside by a gentleman who asked me if I wanted anything else, I thanked him and declined. He claimed to do the best coffee in Wimborne but I’m definitely not convinced. Cantina didn’t ring my bell.

We were looking for somewhere for lunch and decided to try Cantina. The owner was in the doorway calling out to people going past to see if they wanted to come in for lunch. To be fair he was quite friendly and asked us if we had come on a recommendation but we had not. He was a bit pushy and we could see that some of the other customers who came after us were not overly keen on his style/manner.We sat downstairs and ordered coffees and butternut squash soup. Everything was fine and the coffee came with shortbread which is a nice touch. It was all quite reasonably priced and the menu offered varied lighter bites from sandwiches to cakes.Downstairs there are about 4 tables and upstairs there are tables and chairs as well as sofas. The toilet is also upstairs. The place is all done out in a shabby chic style which works. They also have an outdoor seating area along the same row of properties in what looks like a former garage but it would suit anyone who doesn't mind fresh air and there was a couple sitting out there on some picnic style benches.Not sure if I would go back as the owner put me off a bit but he probably means well, just comes across as a bit desperate. They do also offer a loyalty card so that you can get a free drink after a certain number of visits.

I work in Wimborne and have been in the cafe a couple of times now. Each time I have been left feeling cold as to the attitude of who i can only assume is the owner. He is extremely rude and condescending and i have to say alot of the people i have spoken to have expressed the same option. Shame really as this cafe used to be lovely under the previous owners!! The food is also very over priced.

We called in at Cantina having smelled the lovely smell of bacon cooking from outside and we weren't disappointed! This is a friendly little coffee shop tucked away in Church Street - it serves a really good range of coffees, teas and drinks. We had bacon sandwiches which were perfectly freshly cooked (& no soggy bacon) served on soft focaccia rolls - gorgeous! The owner is friendly and does do a great juggling act, there's an upstairs eating area although we've yet to try it and they offer a takeaway service. We were given a loyalty card so hope to come back for lunch soon as the tapas platter looked great.Definitely worth a visit here instead of the large high street chain version!

Seemed to be the only place in Wimbourne that does food after 2.30pm, so not much other choice, however were both very pleased. Owner is a bit of a character too, amazing how many orders one man can juggle, but kept everyone happy. Would definitely return.

We called in after walking around Wimborne for 30 minutes trying to find something to eat. The milkshakes are good, I had mint choc chip, which is a change from the banana, chocolate and strawberry that you are offered at other resturants. Then we come to the food. The bacon and cheese sandwichs/baps are excellent, one of the best I have eaten. We met the owner, a nice, friendly man, as was with the girl he had in there helping. Overall a great place and can thoroughly reccomend.

Lovely coffee and very good cakes, found the owner (I think he was) rather strange, he seemed to be on the way to a nervous breakdown, absolutely manic, we spent most of our visit watching him. Pure entertainment,

When I walked passed this cafe, I thought it was so creatively done, with the colorful cushions, different types of furtiture, min 'n' match which gave this place an edge. I only went for a coffee/frappe, frappe £3 slight pricey I thought and wanted it to be thicker, though that said the cappuccino was frothy, rich and creamy. The homemade cakes looked delightful!Free Wifi! The loft upstairs is reminiscence of a funky NewYork City apartment, very relax living room feeling.

Enroute to holiday in Dorset we stopped in Wimbourne Minster to pick up provisions and stumbled upon this lovely cozy cafe. We opted for coffee and cakes and were surprised by a free piece of shortbread each at no extra cost! We were lured upstairs by the tempting signin the window and found comfy leather sofa/chairs. Relaxed atmosphere. All homemade cakes!

We come to Wimborne every few weeks specially for the Cantina. As I wrote in an earlier review this is not a chic restaurant, just an unpretentious arty/rustic place for a casual coffee or snack. In a small old building in a side street by the shops and main bus stop. With a limited menu and a selection of interesting sandwiches and fruit juices.Come here for an excellent coffee, and perhaps a Spanish platter (Spanish ham, salami, chorizo and manchego & salad, and breas), or the Greek platter (tzatziki, hummus, stuffed vine leaves, Greek salad, pitta bread). The platters are around £10 each and big enough for 2 to share. They are brilliant. They are not licensed, but you can bring your own wine, or buy a beer at the pub next door. Do not expect 5* service and perhaps you will have to wait. Everyone seems to come together!

Went here coz of Tripadvisor ratings but failed to see what all the fuss was about. Staff not really attentive and coffee quite nice but what really irked me was the fact we went in on a Saturday afternoon 2ish and they'd run out of cakes! Boo....

We went in here on Sunday afternoon as it was the only place open. Sat at a table upstairs with comfortable seats, it was busy and the owner was rushed off his feet as he appeared to be doing everything. But he took our order for coffee, teacakes and home made cake, we did not have to wait long for it and it was all very good. Most people seemed to be eating soup and bread which also looked very good. Well worth the visit.

I called into Cantina late in the day just before Christmas it was previously a favoured coffee stop.My friend and I sat at a downstairs table, the rest of the cafe had a table of what appeared to be family of the owner/staff ?who happily chatted on.We were ignored for 10 minutes, and gave up waiting to be served. We walked out and costa got the business.What a shame, such a let down

This is a great place for lunch or a cup of coffee. Very friendly service. The coffee is amazing, far better than the cup of grit from costa!!! Only negative was the biscuit served with the coffeewas a bit past its best!!!Other than that I loved it!

Decided to try Cantina, instead of our usual Costa Coffee when we go to Wimborne. What a let down. Greeted on arrival and ordered before we went to sit. Our coffees arrived 5 - 10 minutes later, the soup we ordered took 30 minutes and when it arrived it was only luke-warm. The coffew was nice and teh soup would have been if hot.We won't be going back

Mick has sold the business to a new owner . We had rated everything as 5* .went last week and service was awful. Sold out of just about everything. Owner was running round like headless chicken. Poor organisation. Decided to give our favourite another chance . Went in today . Not acknowledged by anyone . Sat for 15 minutes then walked out. Will not be back ! Saw 2 others walk out while there. How to kill a business with great potential in 2 weeks. Service is paramount in any business.Happy for owner to contact me.

I had the best coffee ever and liked the friendly atmosphere. The filled focaccia bread is great value.

I love good coffee and it is great that Wimborne offers such smooth coffee house. Tucked away in Church Street next to the Odd Fellows pub (great local pub with regular music and a friendly atmosphere) Cantina has a nice friendly ambiance with friendly staff and a delicious range of snacks and sandwiches. There is a comfortable sitting area upstairs ideal for meeting friends or holding small business meetings. The free wifi means you can do some work whilst enjoying the coffee.

We really enjoy popping into Cantina for coffee or a sandwich. The coffee is strong, the way I like it, and very flavoursome. The staff are always friendly and seem genuinely pleased to see customers..you don't always get that in some coffee bars! There is some seating downstairs (and in the courtyard in the summer- good if you have the dog with you), and some comfy sofas and chairs upstairs..plus some tables and chairs. It isn't a huge coffee bar, but it has character. Fresh looking white paintwork, interesting paintings..and a good bathroom. Not sure how disabled customers would fare though, with it being upstairs. Some very tasty sandwiches, and Minghella ice cream. Delicious! The problem is with me giving it an excellent review is that multitudes of people might turn up, and then I wouldn't get in!!!

Owner has turned this place around compared to what it was, and offers probably the best coffee in Wimborne which doesn't say much for the other establishments in town. I didn't have any food but there seemed to be a nice selection of Greek themed snacks, and incongruously a whole Spanish ham leg in the carving position on the counter.

This is our favourite place to have coffee and lunch in Wimborne. The coffee is exceptionally good and reasonably priced. The service is really great and staff are always really friendly which is sometimes lacking in other restaurants/cafes in Wimborne. Cantina is definitely the best place for a great cup of coffee and friendly atmosphere!

Great coffee, Great service, comfy and about time Wimborne had a brilliant place to drink a great coffee. It is lovely to get a decent coffee from an independent cafe.

My husband and I popped in for lunch on Friday and had a delicious meat platter - plenty for 2 and great value at £10.00. The coffee was really good too. Will definitely be visiting again!

Yes, we are specially driving to Wimborne so we can have another platter after we had an unexpectedly good one a couple of months ago. I am veggie, and had the cheeses, whilst husband had the chorizo etc, and the cappuccino was good, as was the lemon cake. The platter was around £10 ..not bad for two. Easy to to forget how expensive manchego and chorizo are in the shops.Cantina is unpretentious, and you could miss it when you walk by. It is a little different, and may not appeal to everyone. But if you enjoy 'authentic' food, simply served, then this is for you.There are so few good restaurants/cafes in the region, so we were really pleased to find Cantina.

Had a gorgeous latte today (as always since discovering cantina not long ago) but on going in, noticed the cakes were all uncovered (again) and flies were all over them. I did mention it to the young waitress who brushed it off saying they don't worry about it, but they do have covers?! When we went in to pay they were still uncovered. My family and friends have noticed this too on a number of occasions over the last month. It has really put me off trying them. For a cafe that has an excellent hygiene rating of '5', I am surprised that this can happen. Please cover your beautiful cakes Cantina :-)

I have now stopped making my own sandwitches for lunch as the ones from La Cantina are far better! Great food. Great atmosphere. Perfect!

This cafe really does deserve its high rating on Tripadvisor. If you're looking for coffee, tea or hot chocolate in Wimborne, this is the place to go.Cantina is a delightful little place in a quiet side street just off the main square. It has three seating areas - conventional tables inside on the ground floor, outside wooden tables in a curious area alongside the main cafe, plus an upstairs area which is more laid back, including some sofas, which would be excellent in damp winter weather, I'm sure. It is all beautifully maintained.The coffee and tea is wide ranging and very well prepared, served with a complimentary biscuit. They also have a good range of fruit juices on offer - the Chegworth Valley Pear is truly excellent. They have an inviting range of cakes on offer, plus some "mediterranean style" lunches (which we did not sample).

Title says it all.....The food is also good, and very reasonably priced. Perfect for a light lunch.

Lovely food, really good friendly service in a small rustic setting. We had the mediteranean sharing platter for two which sent us away with memories of holidays abroad. Plenty of meat.bread and salad.Cakes looked wonderful.Only down side was the soft drinks were at the pricey end, but not enough to put us off visiting again should we be in the areaAll my reviews are an honest assessment of how we found the visit.Certainly worth trying

Good coffee, attention to detail, cosy and welcoming place. It is great to be able to get decent coffee in an independent cafe. Although I have not lunched here the menu looks inviting and we will be trying it out soon.

Had a brilliant lunch here yesterday, amazing sharing platters with high quality meats and dips, lovely salad. Every mouthful was truly delicious. Can't wait to return and try some more off the menu. Amazing value too. Highly recommended.

Mick opened this little gem of a cafe about 3 months ago. My son, a builder, worked on the house opposite, for several weeks and introduced us to Cantina, following eating snacks there. Cosy surroundings and a nice upstairs area.Spotlessly clean.Wonderful Italian bread sandwiches with very different fillings. The Med platter and the Greek meze platter are both outstanding value and remind you of your Greek holiday! Lovely coffee served by Mick and his friendly staff. All very reasonably priced. Meze platter for 2 is £9.50 .We like it so much that we have been going every week on my day off! A victim of his own success- 12-15 to 1-15 becomes very busy so go early or just after 1.30.

This was an excellent find in Wimborne. Although the menu is small it is very well thought out and extremely yummy. I can highly recommend going there for lunch, it has a lovely quaint courtyard in which you can sit and enjoy watching the world go by. The staff were lovely, very attentive and very polite. Cantina is excellent value for money.

Have now been back twice, once for coffee, which was rich and delicious, served with a scrumptious little filled macaroon, and once for lunch, with a wheelchair user. The halloumi and houmous sandwiches were great, fresh and full of flavour. We were able to bring in the (folded) wheelchair which was great, but on leaving the gentleman in the kitchen rushed to set up the wheelchair and helped the lady in - very gracious and utterly charming. What a lovely relaxing and welcoming place. Please note if using a wheelchair that the loo is upstairs, but public loos are a few yards away.

Such a cool place and very addictive,without doubt they serve the best coffee in the area.If your in Wimborne Cantina is a must. A ++++++++++.

Cantina makes the best coffee in Wimborne! The mezzes are epic and the warmed halloumi and hummus is fabulous. Definitely the best place for lunch. The atmosphere is welcoming too.

Walking up from the Minster one morning with my daughter and a friend, I smelled a rich roasted coffee that I HAD to have ... I wasn't disappointed, in-fact I text another friend and insisted we meet there for the best coffee I think I've had in the UK. It is rich, dark, almost chocolatey, it has invaded my dreams and my daughter and I go at every chance, she loves the milkshakes, juices and bacon sarnies whilst I reinstate acceptable caffeine levels since my previous visit. We discovered the comfy sofa upstairs, perfect for a cozy chat or chilling with a book. The staff are friendly, helpful and just lovely. Looking for an excuse to pop to Wimborne this afternoon!

Wonderful coffee and cakes delivered with a smile. The sandwich menu looked really interesting, just wish we hadnt just had lunch. Wonderful hosts, will be back soon for even more.