Chilli Petals in Bassetlaw

We stopped here by chance for lunch . Great find. Lovely quirky place. Large free car park. Weather was good so we were outside in the courtyard . Really nice setting. Friendly and efficient service. Good lunch selection . Nice food. Dog friendly with water bowls and a tap in the courtyard. Seems a busy place . Would return if in area again

Large car park to rear. Friendly prompt service. Very nice food, fresh cakes etc. reasonably priced. Nice surroundings. Large outside seating area. Only issue was an influx of rather loud Lycra clad cyclists, who were not quite ‘built’ should I say, to wear Lycra… left nothing to the imagination (unfortunately) and may have put those with a delicate disposition off their food! I was however impressed with the tensile strength of Lycra nowadays….

Beautiful cafe and dog friendly which was a bonus. Food was lovely and friendly staff also cute trinkets to buy too

Lovely service with a smile Good coffee and tasty cake Excellent selection of cards and several lovely bunches of flowers

Travelling north on the A1 returning from holiday we needed somewhere to stop for a drink and a light lunch. We decided to turn off at Tuxford on impulse as we wanted somewhere nicer than a motorway stop. We couldn't have chosen better. Tuxford is a charming little village/town with free parking (very rare these days!) and Chilli Petals also has its own car park. The little café was absolutely lovely and the food delicious, I had the most delicious toasted sandwich I have ever tasted and my husband had an equally delicious quiche and salad. We almost missed it as it looks very tiny from the front but there is a large brown sign outside at the front which simply says coffee. At the back there is also a lovely little shop selling all sorts of very niche items plus greetings cards etc. I can't recommend this place highly enough and we would definitely go again.

Heading North we left the A1 and were very lucky to find this gem of a cafe. Great food, super friendly staff and cosy surroundings. We travel North very regularly and we will definitely be back.

Sat outside and was very pleased with the choice on the menu. The BLTs we had were gorgeous accompanied by a salad and coleslaw.The banana loaf was a relevation. The staff were very pleasant .

I live near by and would say this place is worth a visit if your in the area. Coffee is always good and the staff are friendly and attentive

After hearing good things about Chilli Petals I decided to give it a try. I arrived at about 3:50pm. There were customers and I walked around to the cafe part. Lovely florists and gift shop I thought. There were staff sat down, not a problem and I asked if they were still open and serving. I was told yes so I asked if I could have an Americano. I was told to take a seat and they would bring it round. 20 mins later, after lots of laughter and giggling there was no sign of a coffee and it was clear they were cleaning down. I felt slightly silly and decided to leave. Don’t think I’ll be returning and if you do decide to go, make sure it’s before 3.30 ish.

Lovely, lovely flower,gift shop cum tea room;the tea room does a great variety of cakes all home made, coffees and lunches including sandwiches , baked potatoes, quiche, ploughmans and cream teas. Lovely atmos in a comfy indooror outdoor setting. Quite the opposite of previous posts we reckon this is good value for money-4.65for a cream tea,5.25 for the most amazing looking triple decker sandwich coleslaw and salad, and great quality coffee. Lovely staff, lovely place.

A group of 13 had an very enjoyable lunch here , pleasant staff and a lovely area to sit outside . the meal was pre-booked and arrived on time

Had time waiting for my son so had a lovely cappuchino whilst sitting on the soft sofas. Lovely ambiance with soft music and pretty knic-knacks to browse at. The menu looks very reasonable!

Thank you for the beautiful floral arrangement for our Mum's funeral. Exactly as requested in every detail.

Funny how you can end up visiting somewhere you had no intention of going in the first place! Sunday 2nd June we had a lovely visit to the equally nice Tuxford Windmill. This was a impromptu visit as we had just walked out of another local café due to appalling service. Our intention was to take a short detour into Tuxford last Friday and again call at the Windmill. We did - and it was shut! Drove the one mile back into the village found a free car park and went looking for a light bite. Have to say at this stage the only reason we called at Chilli was because it was pouring down and it was the first place we spotted, if you discount the pub. We were not disappointed. A lovely small coffee shop/café and gift shop. Not that many seats, but we found space on a sofa. Nice staff, reasonable prices for the snacks and light lunches. Clean WC facilities. We enjoyed a nice cheese toastie served with a light salad, done just perfectly. Nice supporting local businesses and this one delivered all that was expected in a nice environment.

Lovely light snacks and sweet treats served with a smile; highly recommend the lemon drizzle cake which was delicious!

It was a lovely day so we sat out in their courtyard and had lunch - delicious baked potatoes followed by coffee and cake - what's not to like? After eating we browsed their gift section, bought some birthday cards and a bunch of flowers.

Travelling up the A1 the weather was terrible so we took a break. A fresh cheese scones and a cup of tea proved a good idea! Friendly service and lots of interesting gifts we could buy - but resisted...

Excellent Coffee shop that provides high quality soups sandwiches paninis wraps quiches salads jacket potatoes scones cakes ploughman’s hot and cold drinks and gluten free options. Amazing decor and also acts as a florist and gift shop. Excellent service.

Called in here for lunch. Delicious cheese and tomato toastie. Friendly efficient staff and food nicely presented. Nice comfy chairs and lots of gifts etc to browse. Well worth a visit

Rather eclectic in store decor - lots of interesting local finds you can browse while waiting for your food. Good scones and sandwiches but hate the coffee here as the brew is weak.

Great service, lovely food. Popped in for lunch with my mum. We were surprised to find the cafe was full (Tuesday lunchtime), so we sat outside in the sunshine.

We go to Chilli Petals at least once a week, taking our small dog with us. He lies quietly at our feet while we have our coffee and mouthwatering cake. He isn’t jumping all over the furniture and in all the years we have gone to this cafe we have never seen dogs on the furniture. Usually, he is the only dog there. Please read all the lovely reviews for this cafe- it is a gem in the middle of Tuxford with lovely welcoming staff , great food , fresh flowers and lots of gifts to look at and buy. We can’t recommend it highly enough.

My first trip to Chilli Petals and I enjoyed my lunch in the courtyard very much. This cafe is a hidden gem in Tuxford and I was delighted to find the once abandoned coaching inn has a new life as horse museum, cafe, florist and gift shop.

Lovely food, good service and just a nice chilled out place to go for a light lunch to meet friends. Also has a spacious outside seating area for when the weather is nice. Will definitely be going back.

I often pop into Chilli Petals to catch up with friends over a slice of delicious homemade cake and pot of tea. The gift shop has unique and interesting items as well as a fabulous selection of occasion cards. Recently I had cause to buy a funeral wreath, and Chilli Petals outdid themselves with a stunning and tasteful floral display, which was also reasonably priced. I would definitely recommend Chilli Petals for casual dining - the additional Courtyard seating in this year's heatwave has been a bonus, and I wouldn't hesitate to use Chilli Petals for all my future floristry needs. Thank you x

The new improved courtyard is a real bonus in these hot summer days. Looking around the shop is also far better than looking into a computer screen trying to get inspiration for a birthday or anniversary gift. Chilli petals has three elements and each can stand-up to completion in their own right but all three together make an excellent attraction and asset to Tuxford. Emma and the team are great and we wish them every success in the future. Just in case anyone is wondering, yes we do eat at home sometimes.

Called in on the way home to Lincoln for a bite to eat ect within 5 mins a couple arrived with 2 dogs straight to the sette and dog jump straight on obviously use to it at home and the owner made no attempt to get it off.Waitress served them and made no reference or asking them for the dog get off the seating were people sit in their best clothes.Next another couple arrive with 2 dogs then staff bring dog bowl out with water if I'd realised they catered for dogs so much we wouldn't have gone.Im not against dogs but I my opinion there is a right place for them not in an cafe and certainly not on seats.

My wife Anne and I visited this cafe today as we had already visited Betty’s York, Betty’s Harrogate and Bunty Tea Rooms Lincoln.

We have been stopping here for the last 3-4 years on our journey from Northumberland to Herts & back. Rather than use the expensive service stations we prefer to drive 5 mins off the A1,park outside the cafe.Have a nice coffee & a toasted pannini or wrap, shop opposite for some travel sweets & go on our way refreshed.It is comfortable, the staff friendly and the cafe clean.Yes sometimes there are tables not cleared when there has been a rush over lunch,but you simply ask a member of staff to clear the table when they have a minute & this is usually immediately.

We have a caravan at a site local to Chilli Petals. All through the summer months we make very regular visits there. Chilli Petals never fails us. I've tried most of the dishes whilst my other half sticks with and raves over the presentation of their ham sandwiches. For me baked spuds are brill', panninis are proper and the ploughman's lunch would do a farmer proud.

We visited this cafe as we were told it was worth a visit by friends. A few months previously we went in but were put off because it was crowded with young children.

I ordered roses for a birthday present and when i went to pick them up the lady told me she did not have any

After a very enjoyable visit to the museum of the horse we took a pleasant rest - coffee or hot chocolate and slice of homemade cake - in the adjacent coffee shop/gift shop. I can personally recommend the date slice and the coffee ain't bad either!

Attached to Sally Mitchell Art Gallery and Museum of the Horse this little cafe is an absolute gem.

I pop into chilli petals three times a week for a cappuccino I drive the local bus from Ollerton to Tuxford so for me it's ideal to pop in very quickly for a cappuccino before I head back service is always brilliant staff a fantastic cheers Phil.

Llamado para un batido en 3 - 30, fuimos a pedir 5 minutos más tarde me dijeron que "no sirven después de 3 - 30 porque cerraba a las 4! ! ! ! ! "

Encontramos este pequeño y encantador café/restaurante cuando buscando un lugar para descansar del viaje en la A1 sin tener que usar los servicios habituales. Cafetería muy amable con café y pasteles a un precio razonable. Teníamos un pedazo de pastel de chocolate y un trozo de coco cola que eran preciosas. Las comidas también se veía muy apetecible. La cafetería está a una tienda que vende cosas para el hogar. Una importante mejora en la horrible y cara principales áreas de servicio de la carretera. A 5 minutos de la A1 y aparcamiento gratuito.

Un buen lugar para un almuerzo ligero y bebidas calientes o frías. Un entorno agradable y bonitas decoraciones con mucho que comprar.

A nice place to relax in,good food and good shop an excellent place to come around lunchtime by max.

Turned up with sweaty bunch of cycling buddies and were encouraged in by friendly hostess and safe bike parking in the courtyard. Cheese and caramelised onion panini followed by flapjack washed down with perfect americano. Biking brunch for two fifteen quid, we will defo be coming back.

lovely stop off from a1 five minutes from a1 north and quick access back on. excellent homemade cakes delicious toasted sandwiches and drinks. homely atmosphere rather like being in a private house. interesting gifts and floristry arrangements. park outside or just up road.

Lovely little cafe with a curiousity shop thrown in. Lovely gifts for all year round and delicious cake!

The cafe is brilliant! The staff are good and friendly great to meet up for coffee & have a snack.good location pleasent surroundings

As I work in Tuxford I pop into here as often as I can. This maybe for just a look around at the gifts, as they are always changing their stock. The gifts are always good and they have some lovely cushions, lamps, etc from the Voyage Maison range. I have also bought the flowers which you can buy loose or which can be made into any type of bouquet these are at a very reasonable price. The coffee and food is lovely and the soup and cake change daily. The staff are really pleasant and always welcoming. I would definitely recommend anyone to visit here.

We stop off at chilli petals as often as possible. Great coffee, great cakes & lots of lovely gifts & cards to admire & buy. Staff are always friendly & there's always something different to try. Fabulous little cafe

Second visit and sooo much to explore. Lovely food (snacky style) and service. You can't leave without buying something

This Coffee Shop cum Craft Shop produces the very freshest of sandwiches and salads, all made to order. To describe Tuxford as "close" to the A1 is an understatement - the Great North Rd runs straight through it,. So you can't miss it, just a few miles South of Retford. If you need a break - or just a coffee - you'll get far better quality and value here than at a so-called service station. The Ploughmans Lunch was phenomenal....

It is not unpleasant the service was friendly. The choice of cakes looked ok and the menu in general seems to be on the wall near the food counter not where people are sitting which would allow for longer to choose.This place is popular with locals I think the cafe is the busy part because the shop full with knickknacks did not seem very popular there was lots of stuff everywhere which is rather overpriced. There is also the flowers shop at the back which Might be worth a visit although it seems to be largely cut flowers but I cannot comment on because I didn't buy anything or see how it operates. You cannot have a very private conversation in here and the seating is not very comfortable but don't let that put you off it's a nice place to visit the people are friendly and the food and drink is quality and inexpensive.

Well placed just off the main road, Chilli Petals is welcoming and offers a great selection of drinks and light snacks. There is also a gift shop with a great range of gifts and cards and a little florist section. Cant recommend highly enough

This was a great café plus shop - there is a lovely seating area in the main building. There is also seating outside when the weather is nice. They are able to cope with all dietary needs - I am allergic to milk and I was able to have soya milk instead of cows milk in a cappuccino it was fabulous - there is an art gallery next door and also a the Museum of the Horse which is worth visiting.

Stopped for tea and cake, lovely weather so able to sit outside. Great stopping off point mid way on the cycle ride from Shirebrook to Lincoln - in fact the only tea shop on route as windmill isn't open to the public every day. Excellent cake and very helpful staff.

Went here for lunch yesterday and were able to sit in the sun on the patio area. Lovely friendly bistro type cafe serving a selection of light lunches, sandwiches and yummy homemade cakes. Also has a really nice gift shop selling all sorts of giftware at reasonable prices. There is also a gallery attached showing beautiful paintings, mainly of animals, the like of which I've never seen before - fabulous. Can't wait to return to this little local gem.

This is a wonderful place to stop for a light refreshment or a lunch of soup, sandwiches and cake which will leave you feeling very full and satisfied. The staff are always friendly and the food is very good quality. The cafe is also a florist and gift shop which means there is always something different to see when you visit. I love seeing the new stick arrive and the beautiful floral displays. It is a gem in the neighbourhood. Wether I'm meeting friends, relaxing with my husband or treating my daughter to a milkshake, it's a great place to go.

Delightful cafe to enjoy coffee and cake or a light lunch. Beautiful flowers and interesting gifts. Lovely ambiance and a courtyard.

I call in for coffee weekly with my mum after taking her to the hairdressers - always good with friendly staff and good cakes for mum!

Called in mid bike ride on a Sunday. Great coffee, a nice selection of cakes and a really good menu of lunches and snacks. We sat outside in the courtyard which could perhaps benefit from a little tidying up but is perfectly acceptable. The service was excellent and prices very reasonable. Quaint little shop also with lots of interesting things to browse. Would recommend to anyone passing through Tuxford and we'll be back.

A gem of a place super lunch and excellent gift shop. Super for presents and must haves for your own home

We have been to CP on numerous occasions, mostly for mid-morning drinks and snacks.The food has always been well cooked and wholesome.The staff are always friendly and chatty.The menu is varied and overall is very reasonably priced.The florist part of the shop are good value and very helpful if you need it. Highly recommended (otherwise we would not use it !!).

Good service but poor quality of food. Disappointing as they buy most of their stuff from Aldi. Need to up your game!

A beautiful little shop that sells some gorgeous items. Purchased a beautiful picture. Coffee shop is ideal and reasonably priced. Would recommend a visit.

Lovely place , great food , cakes and coffee , fresh flowers too Emma , Lea and their girls super , friendly and very helpful

had a ploughman with coffee, lovely relaxing atmosphere, not expensive either, been more than once and will return

We stopped here for a lunch break,wanting to avolid the service stations.What a nice surprise!.The cafe is just 2 mins off the main A1 with easy parking on the main street.Food and drink are served promptly with friendly service and the coffee and paninis with salad are fresh and tasty.Toilets are on the ground floor and there is a nice little shop attached where you can buy soaps,candles,cards etc.

This little venue is in Tuxford where I live, it is perfect for a coffee and either a snack or light lunch, they also have a lovely range of gifts and flowers, and it is no trouble to them to make up a quick and unusual spray... I very rarely visit without being tempted to buy one of their many unusual gifts... Staff are welcoming and friendly.. Chili Petals ticks all the boxes..

We had a really nice lunch here whilst visiting the Museum of the Horse, the portions were decent and well-priced. Staff were very friendly. We had hoped to go back when passing through again recently however it was closed already at 2.45, which for a Saturday seemed pretty early.

We stumbled across Chilli Petals when we decided on an impromptu visit to the Sally Mitchell Gallery. What a charming find. Lovely, personable and friendly staff with great quality good value food. Well worth a visit. Undoubtably we will come here again!

It was not what i was expecting. I had won a voucher for drinks and cake so i decided to treat my daughter (9 yr) and have a girly day. I rang to make sure the food they did would be suitable and was assured they did hot and cold food, which in essence was not a lie but it wasn't the true cafe restaurant that i was expecting. My daughter ended up with crumpets and me a pannini, if i had of known anywhere else in the area i would have gone elsewhere for food and just gone back for the tea and cake. There was a great selection of cakes. It was very expensive for what you get i feel this is probably to do with location and the fact it is in a boutique type shop.

Really good takeaway sandwiches at great value, very relaxed atmosphere in there, only popped in for a sandwich but felt like a lovely little place.. In the immortal words of arnie "i'll be back"

There is a varied menu and staff are very friendly. No rush you can stay all day if necessary. Also they have a wonderful choice of plants flowers jewlery and gifts.

Have been here loads of times, and will continue too! Lovely atmosphere, lovely food and friendly staff! Would recommend it to anyone !!

I love it here, usually go with my mum for coffee and cake and occasionally lunch. The service is friendly and welcoming, the food is lovely and they sell beautiful things for the home, and lovely gifts too. It is good quality for what you pay. The only thing I would suggest is extending the opening times on a weekend.

We have visited here a few times and all time it has been very nice. The staff are friendly and the food is very nice.

Just popped in for a slice of cake, was very good! We had the coca-Colacake and wwe're going to be looking for a recipe!

Having recently had a baby we were encouraged to go out and get back into real life.So with my daughter at 6 days old we went to chilli petal and it was a wonderful experienceAll staff were friendly and made us feel so welcome the drink and good we had was delicious I would really recommend it especially for new mums

Have called here lots of times for tea/ coffee and cake etc as I am local to Tuxford. Really friendly pleasant staff. Nice surroundings. Also love the cards and gifts and even if I don't buy anything it is always nice to have a look around. Have also purchased flowers from here and have never been disappointed. Nice atmosphere, a great asset to Tuxford.

Im local to Tuxford and i think a lovely coffee shop like this was a long time coming! I love a good coffee and the ones chili petals serve deffo hit to spot. I like the new shop since they moved from eldon street too.the only negative i have is the opening times arent on the website, if fact i cant really find them anywhere! and i think its slightly random to close at 3pm on a saturday- thats if its not changed since i was last in the area.

Really big open arms welcome for cyclists. As we were a big group, we were down to the courtyard where we could put our bikes, and sit in the warmth outside. Great hospitality, great coffee, and for those that are it, great cake. Thank you for accepting cyclists.

Cycled to the cafe today with friends. The owner and staff couldn't have been more welcoming. Coffee and cakes fab. We will be back and we will be letting all our cycling friends know

My partner and I have been frequent visitors to Chilli Petals, both at their old premises on Eldon Street and then latterly their great new place on Newcastle Street. For those who haven't been, not only is Chilli Petals a coffee shop/tea room serving light lunch time food (panninis, sandwiches, soup, jacket potatoes etc), lovely cakes & biscuits and a good selection of coffees/teas/soft drinks, it is also a florist and gift/greetings cards shop. Everything is priced very reasonably and is of a high quality. As well as going to Chilli Petals ourselves, we have taken numerous friends, family and colleagues there for meals or sometimes just a coffee and have always been delighted with the whole experience. Chilli Petals is definatly a great asset to Tuxford!