Derrick's Tea Rooms in Sedgemoor

Service was not great, tea brought to the table but no tea strainer for the tea leaves and we had to ask. Toast brought out but no knife and again we had to ask for knives and serviettes. Been there before and always good but today extremely disappointing and doesn’t enthuse me to revisit.

Loose leaf tea & had to ask for tea strainer. Ordered toast which came without any knives or serviettes. Instead of having a leisurely tea & toast I was up & down asking for things that should automatically been placed on the table. Very disappointing as have been here before & was looking forward to it.

This is our second visit here and it did not disappoint. They have so many different options and cate for all of our varying dietary needs (which is rare). We booked ahead and requested a quiet area and when we arrived they gave us a lovely little booth that the children loved. The service was great - friendly and helpful. We all had a lovely lunch and enjoyed a cream tea afterwards. It is almost impossible to get a dairy and gluten free scone anywhere and so I was so pleased to be able to have this - and it was yummy! We felt it was really good value for money. The food tasted nice and came quickly. We had no issues with our order, despite making several special requests for dietary needs. No complaints here. The location is lovely and we love the quirky interior.

Very pretty cafe but that’s about it. About 3 people in there but waited 20 minutes for a coffee, nearly walked out. Very overpriced. Another couple asked for some butter for their jacket potatoes, the waitress rudely said, ‘they have butter on them but if you really need more I’ll get some’. She really wasn’t happy. Bought two pasties to take out, they were disgusting, dried out and tasteless. I’d recommend you take a photo of the pretty building but suggest you walk on by to another cafe to spend your money & hopefully receive better service.

Bought a couple of pasties and drinks £12, not bad. Then asked to sit in as was raining outside and plenty of empty tables. Were told no problem but need to pay extra before we leave. Ate pasties out of bags, drank drinks out of bottles so created no extra service costs then got charged an extra £8+ before we left! Expect to pay extra to eat in anywhere due to VAT but over £8 on a £12 bill?! RIP OFF!

This is a fantastic place for a cup of tea or a lunch. The staff were very efficient and attentive, extremely polite. There was a good selection on the menu and our lunch was brought promptly and was very tasty and excellent value for money. And they make a proper cup of tea in a proper cup of teapot with proper tea leaves. Very nice.

We ended up visiting twice because the food and staff were so great! The portion sizes are very generous, they are big believers in thick cut bread here - a proper doorstep sandwich. The ingredients are super tasty and fresh, using local sources. Definitely recommend trying to get a seat up in the terrace garden.

Another fabulous visit to Lion Rock tea rooms. As locals this is a special place for holiday trips, birthdays etc. and today lived up to the usual magic. Fabulous staff. Incredible food and very happy to accommodate my vegan requests to mix things from the menu. Topped off with a vegan cream tea and a perfect brew of loose leaved tea in a pot. Thank you for going to extra mile with friendliness, service and vegan offerings along side the usual dishes. We always leave with full bellies and happy hearts.

Very nice food but waited 45 mins for it. By the time it came out the drinks were long gone. Mentioned that it took a while as we were paying and was told to expect that as it is popular. It wasn’t even half full. Shame, as the food was very good, albeit expensive.

Excellent little gem! Food was good quality. Staff were friendly, location and decor were lovely. I’d recommend booking, they were really popular, and arrive ahead of time to find a parking spot. We would definitely go again. Great vegan/ egg free options. My only request would be somewhere to change a baby, we had a bit of an awkward change on the floor in the corner of the restaurant.

5 Stars 🌟 Best place to get a Vegan or Veggie breakfast. Always happy woth the meals here. Great staff who are friendly and good food. Will always recommend the Big Vegan or Big Veggie

Visited for lunch today, lovely staff, really great food choices (great vegan and vegetarian options for lunch, breakfast and sweet treats). It’s recently been done up inside and looks lovely. Highly recommend this place!

Visited for afternoon tea, to celebrate Birthday. It was good but rather expensive. A lot of chocolate bits of cakes, maybe could vary a bit.

We visited as a family of 4 for breakfast. We had two breakfast subs, waffles and bacon and a tuna mayo sandwich and honeslty I couldn't like this place anymore if I tried. Quaint, quirky, great service and even better food.

We visited here as a family of four for lunch, my 11 year old daughter has coeliac disease which often makes finding somewhere that we trust to ensure her food is gluten free, difficult at times. I spoke with who I assume was the manager who immediately asked if my daughter was coeliac when I asked about gluten free options & gave us several options that she could eat whilst showing awareness & empathy to her. There were plenty of options on the menu for her which could be adapted to gluten free. Needless to say we were happy to eat here & she enjoyed gluten free sausage & chips, which came with a label so we knew it wasn't mixed up with her sisters. The rest of our muggle food was pretty tasty too! Highly recommended.

We visited with friends for special celebrations and we were treated like royalty. The food and service was amazing , cocktails for brunch was a special touch and very yummy. The place itself has a wonderful vibe . Can't wait to go back !

Five of us went to Lion Rock tea rooms for a cream tea. It was quite busy but we managed to get a table. Both the food, drinks and the service were great.

Lovely decor and friendly service. Reasonable prices and delicious food. Went for the breakfast and local produce used. Good portions, and quality.

Lovely little place. Been for coffee previously but came in for afternoon tea. £18.95 pp. Lovely & fresh sandwiches, 6 each in total. One scone only but still warm & heart shaped. Selection (4) of small cakes. Only allowed one small pot of tea or one American. Anymore and you have to pay separately unlike any other afternoon teas I had (except 1). Worked out expensive for what it was.

Had a voucher for my birthday for afternoon tea. And it didn’t disappoint, the sandwiches were lovely and fresh with plenty of filling. The cakes were absolutely divine. The scones were beautiful, with individual pots of jam and plenty of clotted cream. The staff were friendly and very attentive. I would highly recommend the Lion Rock and I will definitely be returning.

Lovely place for lunch when visiting Cheddar. It’s quite cosy and the decor is lovely. We were a family of 4 (2 adults and 2 kids) and the staff were really attentive, there is a good selection on the menu and the food was fresh and excellent. We would go back again

This is the second time we have been to the tea rooms, we love it. It is quite ‘cosy’ but the staff are really attentive and very careful with orders. As someone who is vegan and GF I feel really confident they have got my order correct and the menu caters for both these things very well. Today we had cooked breakfast, this was very tasty and we took cake home with us as it was so inviting. In the summer there is a nice garden to sit in. Highly recommended.

We had a lovely lunch here today. The food was plentiful and delicious. The staff were wonderfully friendly, attentive welcoming. Loved the decor and music. Left with a huge smile on our faces!

We read about Lion Rock Tea Rooms and decided to have lunch here during our visit to Cheddar. We ordered scones, pies, cakes, tea and hot chocolate, and were seated upstairs in what is called the pink room. We were lucky to have a table beside a window so we could see the street below. Food was good and we enjoyed the scones. We would recommend you to stop by this tea room should you visit Cheddar.

I am so fussy with breakfast out but I think this was the best breakfast out I’ve ever had. Staff were so lovely and friendly and despite being in a tourist trap town it wasn’t badly priced at all. All breakfasts should come with double potatoes.

Loved this little tea shop… What’s even better, is that I discovered possibly the BEST SCONE in all of the UK. The staff were kind and friendly - you won’t be disappointed. After a little stroll, pop in for an unforgettable , delicious cream tea!

We came for afternoon tea on the 27th September and it did not disappoint. Every aspect was amazing and so delicious. The lady who served us was in training for that day and she did so well despite all our dietary requirements and fussiness. Best customer service and best afternoon tea. A lovely place in such a beautiful area.

Fantastic dog friendly cafe, had the best bacon sandwich, beautiful soft hand cut granary bread with quality bacon and a traditional cup of leaf tea. Staff are really friendly and what a little gem of a cafe. Ask for a caramel shake with an espresso shot, delicious.

I visited with my cousin for a catch-up and birthday cream tea, and ended up staying most of the day. Food was excellent, as always (started with a celebration afternoon tea each, later in the day had snacks, and had a milkshake and a few extra drinks besides). The staff were lovely, and were happy to let us move halfway through because the rain had stopped and I love being outside. We have visited a few times for the celebration afternoon teas and are never disappointed.

What a amazing find, came with family this week, the sandwiches & baked potato’s where outstanding the best we have eaten in a long time. We will be returning very soon

We've been here a few time's & they serve the best cream teas & ploughmans. Not the cheapest in Cheddar but you get what you pay for. My only negative is that the tables are very close together outside in the garden, it does not stop us returning though. Great place

Its a good job I don't live near here because I would become very very fat. The fruit scone I had with the cream tea, had such a wonderful flavour. The cream tea I had in Cornwall the following day, was not a patch on the Lion rock cafe.

Family of 6 all had a cream tea and everyone commented on the fabulous scones (fruit and plain). Plenty of cream per person which impressed us. Other savory items like the pasty were great too. With lots of cafes in the area, a staff member of the cave tour recommended this one and she was spot on.

This place was excellent. Customer service from a young lad when we arrived up until we left was exceptional. If they weren’t so busy I would have checked his name properly. We had two cream teas with a toastie option, was perfect. My friend had a baileys milkshake which was also delicious. The venue was great, it was quirky! Shame it isn’t closer to home, I’d go often.

There is nothing bad to say about this place. If you need lunch go here. By a country mile it was the best Ploughmans lunch we’ve ever had. So much cheese and fresh salad, coleslaw etc We also had the afternoon tea lunch which was...

The most amazing cream tea I have ever had. The scones were heart shaped, warm and perfectly made. There was ample amounts of clotted cream and adorable little jars of jam. The tea selection was HUGE! I went for a simple house tea and my...

I mean... wow. Just. Wow. The service was amazing and we just wanted a light bite for lunch but the food we got was incredible. My son had marmite on toast which I know doesn't sound overly exciting but the bread was proper doorstop bread...

Scones. The lion Rock tearoom, previously known as Derek's tea room, has been famous for many years for their scones. The recipe has been hand down from owner to owner. Until, it seems, now. When the scones arrived they were heart shaped; always a bad...

Extremely disappointed with our visit, afternoon tea for three was pre-booked for a friends birthday, on arrival we were told that the booking was for two, the e-mail we sent was checked and clearly stated three people so they found us a table. We were...

We booked Afternoon Tea here with a voucher my husband had as a birthday gift. It was wonderful. First of all we love the quirkiness of the cafe, the quaint decor, the staff are all marvellous, all seemed very happy and smiley even though they...

We popped in here for a drink & snack during our visit to Cheddar Gorge. We sat upstairs and it was nice and quirky. We were given menus but found some of it to be quite confusing. We originally wanted a cream tea special which...

We come here very often as it’s the only place in Somerset that I know that sells cream teas suitable for people with allergies. I have a gluten and dairy allergy and they were super helpful with advertising me what I could have. I was...

Owner was rude! We asked the price of a cream tea as it wasn't displayed. Young woman quoted us £4. The owner appeared and said it wasn't £4 then proceeded to look in a book and quoted £6.80 or something like that. Outside was an...

Tried the cream tea here and was not disappointed. Nice warmed scone (petite - but fine if you don’t want to be over-faced). Generous clotted cream and jam. Prettily presented on china. Husband had Victoria sponge which he enjoyed. Traditional feel to the interior. Good...

Delicious lunch, so glad we didn't eat at the Cheddar Gorge visitors cafe ( as they has run out of Sandwiches), this tea room is amazing. Made Sandwiches for our two boys just as they wanted them and we all had clean plates afterwards. The...

Stopped by early morning, already busy! Coffees lovely and no issues to report. Would highly recommend to anyone passing through the area. Staff friendly, and very well organised.

This is a lovely team room that has a good selection of food whether you are after an afternoon tea treat or fancy more savoury items. The scones are by far the best I have ever eaten... And I have sampled many afternoon teas! The...

What an absolute gem! Lovely quaint tea rooms with a gorgeous outside area! The best scones I’ve ever tasted! I will definitely be returning next time I’m in cheddar!

Came here for afternoon tea, mid-June. Lovely lovely staff, the AT was delicious and plentiful. The tea room itself is very quaint and wonderfully British! Absolutely loved it and would definitely recommend.

Lovely food, good sized portions at a decent price. Located in the heart of the cave area of Cheddar Gorge. Close to Lion Rock. Friendly and attentive staff. Would highly recommend.

Lovely little place to eat in cheddar , I do advise you book in the morning on arrival ( we popped in at 10am to book for a 12:30pm lunch for 3 of us and glad we did as was fully book led when we...

Beautiful pretty tea room. Had afternoon tea that was fantastic, that good we returned again to have a meal. Staff couldn’t do enough for us.

Visited during a day in Cheddar and had a brilliant savoury cream tea. Amazing! The staff were friendly and offered great service. Dog friendly too!

Recommended to visit by Lauren Farm Glamping in Mark… well worth a trip. Themed rooms, delicious food and great value. We did want to sit in the pink room but were informed it wasn’t yet open which was a let down.

Had a nice afternoon tea here after a walk up and down from the gorge, we didn't enjoy the price as much as we loved the beautiful little courtyard.

Pre booked a table, after reading good reviews, for three friends to celebrate a birthday. Reserved table we were taken to was dirty and sticky on arrival, it wasn't busy. We confirmed on three separate occasions that we were booked in for three classic afternoon...

Stopped for breakfast. Car parking just up the hill by the bend (2 min walk). English breakfast was fab. Decor very interesting. Ticked all the boxes.

We had a cream tea for 2 and 2 iced coffees. The tea rooms were really nice and the tea/coffee was very good. Dog friendly so a plus from us. Staff friendly.

Lovely tea room, we had lunch and it was very nice. Hoped to return for afternoon tea but the timings didn’t work! It’s dog friendly downstairs which is nice.

Staff was very welcoming, very quirky decor lovely setting was very pleased with my visit will defintley recommend to family and friends and will defintly come back again

Reserved a table via email for today as a birthday treat with my hubby. The tea room was busy so I was pleased we reserved a table, it was lovely to see how popular this beautiful tea room is. The food we ordered was delicious,...

Stopped in while shopping in the village for coffee and warm up. Very quaint place, tight on space, good service,

I had such a pleasant afternoon at the Lion Rock Tea Room, I was greeted by very friendly staff and I was seated in a lovely spot next to the fireplace and window. I had their lunch and cream tea which was spot on! Such...

I love this place and breakfast is perfect, every ingredient is freshly cooked and delicious. I was however, disappointed to find that I had been charged 75p for a portion of mustard, this seemed an unnecessary and disproportionate sum for a teaspoon of condiment on...

After being out in the cold seeing all that Cheddar had to offer, it was so welcoming to pop in to the Lion Rock and sit near the fireplace and defrost over a delicous brew with a cream tea and toasted ham and cheese. It...

I visited with my wife and two teenage children. Quaint little rooms and the place didn’t feel overly busy even though there was a steady stream of punters coming and going while we were there. Considering how busy the place was, the service time was...

Visited for Cream tea to use a voucher we were given. Quirky atmosphere but dreadful music. Took 25mins to have order taken and a long time for drinks to arrive Scones were good. Sandwiches jus OK. Cakes so disappointing. Timey pieces of tasteless shop bought...

This was a quirky little tea room really nice especially when if you can sit outside. Service was really good and each room is decorated differently

My daughter had been here before and recommended it. The layout and decor are great, quirky and homely. I’ve rarely seen such a lovely menu with so many great vegan options. The food was delicious and very reasonable in price. We were served by a...

My partner and I had a voucher for an afternoon tea for 2 at the Lion Rock tea rooms in Cheddar. The food was incredible and the tea rooms itself were charming and cosy. The staff were lovely, in particular the lovely lady who served...

4 of us all had cream tea, absolutely delicious and staff fabulous. We wanted to back for another cream tea in the afternoon / evening but guilt got the better of us.

Great food, reasonably priced, brilliant decor, fantastic staff. This is one of the nicest cafes we have ever visited.

Lovely place away from the main noise and people but worth little walk Scones were Devine. Warm and fresh. We plan to go back in a few weeks when place may be quieter and will go back

We had scones, tea and a strawberry milkshake. The scones were great. The milkshake was alright. It stated in the menu that fresh fruits are used for the preparation, yet it tasted rather artificial. Strange. The service was excellent. The sitting area on the little...

Finally was able to book for a weekend...well worth the wait, service amazing, food delicious, best pot of tea for two and a most welcome glass of prosecco.....a very well worth treat all around.

My girlfriend had bought me an afternoon cream tea experience for Christmas 2019 and due to covid this was our 1st opportunity to use it. We booked it for 12noon Saturday 13th August but as we are both sun worshippers 2 days before our visit...

Popped in for some lunch, very average and overpriced. Partner ordered a milkshake.. warm and watery, not the thick shake that was advertised. Wish we had looked elsewhere but this place catches you after the 3 mile gorge walk!

Really nice tea room very picturesque the portion size for very generous only thing I would say is prices online don’t match prices on the menu.

We visited this tea room whilst wandering round Cheddar Gorge. It was a sunny afternoon so we sat in the little garden at the back which was really nice. I had a cheese ploughmans and it was AMAZING. I thoroughly enjoyed it and it was...

Lovely cafe, gorgeous themed rooms and a lovely garden to sit in. Great food, friendly staff. Really yummy cream tea. Reasonable prices.

I would have loved to have given this establishment a 5, the cafe was quaint and the food delicious, however, the service was not so great. We booked a table for 6 adults and a 3 year old child. When we arrived we had to...

Staff lovely always happy and helpful, We had a ploughman’s and a toasted sandwich. Both delicious. Then went back for cream tea. The scones both sweet and cheesy very nice. Plenty of presets and cream. The Tea was nice too. Inside and out nice and...

After a disappointing cream town down the rd, we abandoned and cam to The lion Rock. Fabulous loose tea in a pot and so much jam/cream with homemade scones,

What can be said about the sheer gorgeous food, stunning setting and wonderful staff. Food is outrightly delicious 😋

We had a voucher for Christmas so we decided to use it on holiday. So glad we did as everything was perfect . The staff were all so friendly and informative.The cafe was so traditional for an afternoon tea which didn't disappoint. Easy to book...

The best vegan jacket potato with chilli I have ever had! Homemade guacamole and hummus. Great service and chilled music….

Lovely food, very pleasant setting. We both had a cooked breakfast and they were superb. Would definitely recommend eating here.

This place is amazing. The staff are so friendly and the food was delicious. (Cake was superb) It’s dog friendly if you have one and they are made equally as welcome. This is a must visit but worth booking as it gets busy.

We had a voucher to spend so we decided to use it in this cafe and it was a really good choice. The price for an afternoon tea it’s just around £17 each and it comes with a full selection or sandwiches and sweet bites...

We always go for the afternoon tea here which never disappoints. The tearoom itself is so quaint, and the courtyard area is such a sun trap on sunny days! Dog friendly and so welcoming too!

Seated quite quickly on entry despite being busy, however, after 25 minutes waiting for someone to take order it was quicker to place the order myself, it another 15 minutes for them to deliver our drinks, after another 15 minute wait our order arrived, to...

Great friendly service, great breakfast, great place. Returned later for cream tea. Shame warm scones had spongy microwave feel. I would return for breakfast, but would look somewhere else in the village for a cream tea.

This is an amazing little tea room. I say little, it's a labyrinth with tables located in various small rooms upstairs and down. I've visited in both the summer and winter. In summer there's a lovely terrace which is beautifully sheltered from any wind, such...

Visited Cheddar Gorge today for the first time with my family, me (vegan), my partner (non-vegan), our 9 month old and our golden retriever. We had a lovely walk nearby up Jacob’s ladder and along the cliff and then stopped at Lion Rocks for lunch....

Whilst the tea room is quaint and the staff are polite, I was left a little disappointed with the cream team, the scones had obviously been heated in a microwave as were not warm through, and were not the tastiest of scones, the tea was...

What an absolute gem! From arriving to leaving, we had a lovely experience, starting with being shown to our table, the dog being made welcome and prompt delivery of food and drinks. Oh my goodness, the cheese scone with cream cheese and chutney was amazing...

Been here 3 separate times in the last 2 years and the food and service have been amazing every time. The food is all locally sourced and the staff can't do enough for you. Definitely reccomend!

Everything was amazing, food , service and atmosphere! This place is a must visit. All food is locally bought and everything is freshly made. Best scones I’ve ever tasted.

Absolutely faultless. Loved everything. Food was so good. Fresh and perfectly made. Staff were friendly and engaging. Decor was so cute. Highly recommend. Lovely lunch.

Came here for an afternoon tea with my partner whilst we was on vacation. Such a beautiful place and beautiful food!