Fodders in Cornwall, Isles of Scilly

I paid £14 for a full English It was the worst I've ever had, I got two warm sausages, one not hot soggy hashbrown, 24 cold beans in a tiny dish, two extra small slices of bacon, two small toast, half of an almost raw tomatoe, 9 little bits of mushroom and a fried egg Everything 0 out of ten You can get a far better n bigger breakfast at sainsburys only £5.75

We found this place while spending the day in Truro. The food was ok, expensive for the quality but the staff were friendly.

I ordered a cheese and onion toastie and as you can see, it was served having just glanced at a toaster - with raw onion, unmelted cheese and untoasted bread. The lettuce had not been washed properly and had mud on it. This cost approx £10 and I wish I’d skipped lunch instead of choosing to eat here.

Good quality food with plenty of flavour - the high quality pastries are to die for! Excellent coffee and tea, and loads of other drink choices. Plenty of seating inside and out. Clean and well-maintained. Friendly staff who are very polite and helpful, and this is highlighted by the large proportion of market stallholders and local regulars who frequent it. This is a market cafe with style, but if they are very busy there can be a slowdown in service because they have a tiny kitchen - but it's always worth waiting for!!

Something of a hidden gem, tucked away in Pannier Market in Truro. Expertly crafted espresso; bold yet balanced. A must visit, cosy coffee spot for anyone who loves espresso.

Nice seated area outside. Waitress did not seem happy to be working, so the service was slow, and hard work. The food was a little pricey, but it was very nice. I would recommend.

Great location, friendly staff, small but perfect menu. There’s something for everyone. Visited twice in our weeks holiday.

I got swizzed at this place. £10.45 for a coffee and a very basic sausage & egg bap which tasted rubbish and was low qualuity grade sausages, only 2 , and dunked in deep fat fryer. Total rip off

Lovely find hidden within the market area straight across from Primark. Lovely cooked breakfast veggie and non veggie option. Portions could be bigger we needed to order extra toast to fill us up. Tea for two was lovely and strong with a small pot of hot water to top up the tea pot. Lots of inside seating and some outside.

It's the first time I've been to this cafe. All I can say is that it was lovely and clean,the staff were very polite and friendly and the service was excellent. I would recommend this cafe. 👍❤️

Stumbled upon this little gem of a cafe whilst looking for somewhere to have breakfast after a long journey. We had the full English breakfast x 2 which we couldn't fault. Plenty of food and all good quality. Extra thumbs up from us for the default brown toast! Friendly, quick service in a lovely setting.

We were in Truro and fancied a break from shopping. So after walking around the market, we decided on Fodder's. I must say the full English breakfast was brilliant. This also came with Hog's pudding. What a lovely breakfast. All the items were absolutely wonderful and of good quality. Thanks, Fodder's.

We were visiting Truro for the morning ,wanted a coffee Greggs and Costa were packed out so we decided to try this small cafe . 2 cups of mock latte thats the only way I can describe it was £6.60 very small cups at that . Waitress took payment before bringing the drinks . Friendly enough . Could have been cleaner .

We used to come to Fodders as a family for shopping trips many years ago and haven't been for a long time due to Covid. When heading to Truro for Christmas shopping I checked the reviews first and to see it was still open etc, I was disappointed to see a couple of recent ones which didn't sound great. We thought about going somewhere else, but on the day we were last minute and just popped in there for a pit stop lunch. Thank goodness we did! It was lovely food and the service was so friendly, we felt really welcomed and had a couple of lovely sandwiches and drinks. Just what we were looking for! Thank you so much for a lovely quick lunch

Unfortunately, the service was slow. Food was already closed. Ordered coffee which were great. Not advised of the cakes. Shall not be returning or recommending.

Have visited previously so was looking forward to our return and it did not disappointing. Great little cafe, efficient, polite and happy service and a good menu - not extensive but more than sufficient. Prices very reasonable too. Breakfast baps were fresh and filled. Coffees were good tasting. On a return visit during the week, the chicken and Avocado sandwich was do fresh and delicious ious. Really is nothing to fault here. Best little cafe in Truro.

There is no doubt that this is the most disappointing food and service we have ever experienced. Their warm, fake frappe was bland, awful, and tasteless, I believe it was dishwater covered in warm squirty cream disguised as a frappe. The cardboard-like toast and meagre ham and cheese were accompanied by an unappealing limp grated excuse of a salad, with uncooked couscous next to it. This salad was also accompanied by about three cardboard-like stale crisps. The bill for three fake frappes and one toasted cardboard sandwich came to £20.00. There was a sticky table, grubby cushions, and unwelcoming staff. I am astonished that these premises have not been closed down by Health and Safety. Before the food arrived, an unkempt, sulky woman barked loudly asking us how we were paying, cash or cards. Her expression was serious, her mannerisms severe, and her eyes wide as she waited for an answer in an impatient manner whilst sweat glistened off her face. my husband and I felt quite intimidated. overpriced, bad food, bad customer service and dirty premises. RUDE RUDE RUDE staff.

Stopped here as prefer to use independent coffee shop. Sadly the overpriced Brie & Bacon toastie was very underwhelming, bacon I’m sure was left over from breakfast the garnish was poor and would not bother to go back.

I have never been asked for a payment before receiving a meal Don’t go here The staff re not very friendly especially the one taking the orders inside Salad with sandwiches i is extremely minimal considering the price We often go into Truro ang get excellent service but not at this place the girl taking orders is rude It is a cafe and by no means a restaurant

Absolutely rude and ignorant staff lady …… walked past me twice when I was waiting to be served…….and she could see I had 2 babies under 3 to deal with ………. Simply bad manners

Lovely secluded location, good menu choices was nice for a cream tea and coffee in the sun. Staff very accommodating and food was lovely

We had lunch in Fodders while visiting Truro one day in the summer of 2021. You sit on wooden benches and the staff bring the menu to you on a blackboard. The food was reasonable quality and service was friendly.

Lovely tea and cake, prepared by a very friendly staff. Would definitely recommend this place to anyone.

Waited far too long fir a couple of toasties. My coffee became cold waiting and imho should have been offered another coffee rather than hot milk added… bacon was very cheap and fatty. Not enough to ask for our money back, but won’t be coming...

Firstly, we went into the cafe and were told we would be served at the table. After 10 minutes of waiting to be served when it wasn’t busy, we went up to order and a £6.50 Toastie that is literally 2 slices of sloppy bread...

Visited in December for a nice espresso shot and a filling ham and cheese sandwich lunch,,, reasonable prices with a great customer service.. Recommended to everyone passing by 👍

Used to visit Fodders when it was upstairs and it was always very good so we impulsively visited for breakfast when we smelt food wafting through the alleyway. We waited at the door to be seated - not knowing the procedure but most places are...

Ordered two toasted sandwiches , one on white bread and the other granary together with a pot of tea. The tea was good as usual the tray included hot water which is always appreciated. The sandwiches duly arrived both with tired looking thin white bread...

Called to rest our legs from shopping and had a lovely coffee and a slice of cake. Staff where friendly and it was quick service. Cake was tasty and a lovely cup of coffee.

Great cake selection and good coffee. Very welcoming staff , a little gem in a fantastic cornish town

Very friendly service. Young boy served me at the counter, good coffee and cake 🎂 lovely place in truro

cakes nice, and good choice of coffees.staff all friendly and smiles. no problems, i cannot believe some reviews.thankyou all,bryher, jess, kerri, abi, and, ellie.

I’ve been going to Fodders for years, since it was upstairs and always loved it and always received faultless outstanding service. I arrived here with 3 of my girls and we pushed two 2-seater tables together (outside). One of the young waitresses came out and...

Saw a Rodda’s churn advertising a Cream tea so we went in and sat at a table.Chose a cream tea for the 3 of us.Arrived with no butter and scone was dry only 1 scone each

Popped in here today after an exhausting shopping trip. Very Covid safe without being over-bearing. All the staff were charming, friendly and efficient. Great sandwiches, nicely presented and good value. Plus the best cup of good, strong tea. Quick service and all done with good...

Really good cafe food and drink....best bacon butty for breakfast too!! If you are looking for a light lunch of cup of tea, I highly recommend this cafe

Good selection of food for lunch, and a couple of local beers for good measure. Scampi and chips was very obviously freshly made and very well presented. Friendly staff, too

Tables not all 2m apart. Told to not remove masks until drinks had arrived. I needed to adjust my mask as I had it caught on my glasses chain and waitress barked at me KEEP MASKS ON UNTIL DRINKS ARRIVE. I asked for plant milk and she looked like I was a Martian. Finally threw out "oat milk" nothing else. Ordinary tap water, no ice. Espresso mediocre and overpriced with no crema. Floors untidy. No welcome. WILL NOT return or recommend.

Beautiful little coffee shop tucked away. First visit for us Fantastic service very polite Toasted tea cake with cinnamon oh my gosh gorgeous. Felt there was no rush . Tea in China cups absolutely loved this. Thank you ladies. Will definitely be back on next break. Stay safe

Ordered a toasted sandwich and two coffees. The coffee was ok. The sandwich was just cut in half and dumped on the plate,it was very soggy and barely toasted. It was stuck in front of my husband,no offer of salt and pepper,no garnish. After reading the reviews we were looking forward to visiting. The menu was limited,understandable in these times of Covid 19,but there was no effort in the presentation or service. Overheard the ladies on the next table say " well she clearly doesn't want to do this job." Just disappointing and also very pricey for what it was. Sadly we won't be returning.

Nice location in a little sun trap of a courtyard. Pleasant enough staff and fairly quick service.I like coffee. To be honest I've had better and paid less, but I've also had worse and paid more. The chocolate on the cappuccino was really just chocolate powder and a bit tasteless. My wife has tea and was delighted to get a pot and an extra pot of hot water. Can't be too bad as we went twice.

Popped in for mid morning breakfast early September. Pleasant courtyard seating in shade and sunshine. Prompt table service and payment. Lovely pot of tea and delicious hot breakfast sandwiches on fresh bread. Good social distancing exercised. Great location near to bus terminal and hugh Street.

Amazing sausages. Orange yolked egg. Delicious thick bacon and perfectly cooked bacon. Granary toast with real butter. Price is staggeringly reasonable as well. Tea in proper teacups as well! Cannot recommend highly enough!!! Sorry for no photo. It didn't last long enough on my plate!!

I went here for a Christmas shopping lunch stop and was very disappointed with our lunch. After ordering lunch and a cake and coffee i then asked for a hot water and was told that i would be charged 95p for it. We had spent £20 on our two toasties, coffee and a slice of cake. I can understand a charge for hot water if this was the only drink that i was ordering but not after spending £20 on lunch, so, two hot waters cost me £1.90. Needless to say we won't be using this cafe as our favourite lunch spot again!

Just stopped here for a bite to eat and a coffee whilst christmas shopping in Truro. The lady taking the orders at the counter lacked inter personal skills. Throughout the process of ordering I didn't receive a smile or even a good morning or hello! Its the week before christmas for goodness sake, strangers on the street are exchanging smiles! My sister and I ordered sandwiches and coffee and a hot water. Sandwiches were very basic, no garnish, expensive. We were charged 95p for a mug of hot water and then charged again when my sister asked for a refill! It wasn't very welcoming although another young girl bringing the coffees to the table was more friendly. Certainly won't go back......

As strangers to Truro looking for a coffee and snack this looked OK and indeed it was: decent coffee and sandwiches and if a little pricey we were at least able to sit outside and watch the world go by.

Just popped in for a coffee and cake,the women who works there is rude to her staff , shouting at the young lad who was working there. We got offered 3 different orders at our table which weren’t ours. When our order was ready the woman asked the young lad where we sitting , he shrugged and said probably outside - we were sitting not 10 feet away from him - very chaotic ordering system - not great at all

Popped in here while in Truro shopping, it’s in the entrance of the pannier market, had coffee & cake, cake was very tasty, coffee was ok , seemed a bit overpriced for what we had, clean & pleasant, friendly staff.

Close to the market, Fodders doesn't give off any special "vibes" - but it is ok for a quick stop. As usual, it seems for Cornwall, no cream or creamer for their coffees. Shame

Just popped for quick lunch time coffee and toasty. Drinks came after a short wait but toasty was really delayed and although toasty was really nice I don't feel it was value for money at £5.95. Staff were pleasant.

Went into Truro on a busy Monday and struggled to find somewhere to eat. We were going past fodders, having never realised they existed before and it was a nice enough day and they had seats outside so we decided to give it a try. We had toasties and a ham sandwich. The toasties were really good. Thoroughly recommend these. Tuna melt particularly good. I had an expresso which was really good. I would return here.

Popped in today while looking round the market had a piece of homemade coffee and walnut cake and a coffee and they were LUSH I even licked my plate and the coffee tasted of Coffee so give this place a try

Had a lovely lunch here today. Both of us went for the specials; crab sandwich for me and the soup for my husband. Delicious! Must say the sandwich was full of crab and the bread was really fresh. Both had milkshakes too (kids at heart!) which were great and super bubbly. Really great lunch and, despite the grumbles of other posts on here, we thought a very reasonable price for lovely quality food. The only reason to drop a star is that the service was very slightly lacking. They were incredibly busy for a Saturday lunchtime (clearly known for its quality) and so a little more cheer would have been a 5 star experience for usStill, looking forward to coming back!

Convenient for bus station and shops. Outside seating. Good reasonably priced selection of food, more substantial cooked meals upstairs. Good selection for vegetarians. Fascinating decorations upstairs. Friendly welcoming staff.

A regular stop for coffee and some cake it also serves hot food soups toasted sandwiches and quite reasonable selection of other foods.

Estaba luchando para encontrar un lugar para comer que cubre sin gluten, trigo y lácteos, finalmente gratis algo desesperado encontré Fodders, ¡hurra! Me ofrecieron una buena opción tenía unos sopa sin gluten pan lácteos, gran parte repartidas por el precio.

Called in for teas and coffees during a wet visit to Truro. Order at the counter and then your order is brought to your table. Cards accepted! My hot chocolate was outstanding, and my friends enjoyed their drinks and cakes too.

Después de haber visitado un gran número de cafeterías en Truro durante mis viajes regulares, inevitablemente hay reuniones con excelente servicio y buena comida, recientemente visité Fodders por primera (y única! Tiempo). Puedo decir honestamente que el servicio fue el que me he encontrado en ningún sitio, no sólo en Cornwall! El personal era evidentemente encontrar cosas un poco, pero eso no fue razón para que el servidor de jóvenes a dar una toc, respuestas de sílaba y en la mitad de la frase cuando estaba cortésmente preguntando acerca de la comida. Una señora de edad se inclinaba hacia mí y me susurró de siempre como visitantes, pero bien que con los lugareños, simplemente ignorar sus. 'Gracias por el consejo, pero es más fácil patronise uno de los otros excelentes cafés disponibles en la zona.

Yo siempre pop aquí dejando una media hora antes de que tomar mi autobús a sentarse y relajarse. El personal es encantador. Muy alegre, hablador y su pedido tarda literalmente un minuto en llegar. Siempre tengo su té, no tiene igual en Truro. A veces, un bollo de pan tostado teacake integral y mantequilla o un sándwich. Un aperitivo pero muy bonito. Es tranquilo, no hay niños gritando, no se oye música a todo volumen, los periódicos allí para la lectura, y puede permitir que los perros en si son bien educados. no hay muchos lugares que hacen en Truro. Me pop en cada vez que compras en Truro y nunca me decepcionó.

Fodders is a popular family stop for lunch. The food is home-cooked and healthy, the family who run the business are friendly and there are toys on offer to occupy the children. Portions are huge so value is excellent.

Although the soup was tasty the service left a lot to be desired.The soup bowl was plonked straight onto the table without a plate under it and,we were not provided with serviettes.I will not be hurrying back,

Lovely guaranteed food, Lovely owners & staff xxx Strapped of time, needed lunch so popped in for a takeaway salad......

Paid £7.95 for poor quality baguette - supermarket cheap baguette- filled with cheap tasteless grated cheese and chutney with wet cheap salad garnish. The metal teapot leaked all over the table and there was no apology despite bringing it to the attention of a member of staff. Served by an unfriendly surly member of staff. A complete waste of £20 for our lunch - 2 sandwich baguettes and 2 drinks.

OK not a regular but to be fair not often in Truro.Staff are just lovely,menu great and the price will not kill you,so after a trip around this small city and spending time in the panier market it is time for lunch. Go thru the Butchers,turn left and you will find this place,,,,give it a try.

Off the main street this cafe is nicely located and with a sign outside advertising Roddas Cream Tea my mum and I decided to give it a try. However, upon ordering we were told that they don't offer tea with their cream tea...! Although we thought this was odd at the time, we paid for two scones with jam and cream and two teas separately hoping that it would be worth the extra cost. Despite being nicely presented we weren't impressed. As two Cornish maidens we immediately realised to our horror that the cream was not clotted at all but double cream whipped instead! Who would do such a thing?! I don't think we'll be returning!

This has been a favourite lunch stop since before we were married...so nearly 20 years. The restaurant is child friendly. Our kids used to make the toy box their first stop for years. Salads are wonderful, sandwiches great but two dishes particularly stand out. First the sausage and mash. The shallot gravy is to die for. I spent years trying to get the recipe from Steve the chef/proprietor and still can't make it anywhere near as well. also there is the linguini. this dish is absolutely divine!I cannot fault this place... it is what it says it is. unpretentious, great whole food.

Perfect little hidden away cafe! Peaceful and just what I needed. Great staff and delicious teacake! Lovely service all round, thank you.

Went here for lunch with a friend as it was advertising gluten free options. Steps up to cafe were rather slippery and it was rather empty inside. My friend ordered and specifically requested gluten free quiche for me and a steak baguette for herself. The 'gluten free ' quiche came with a pasta salad! I ate the quiche but did not eat the pasta salad just in case. On paying we asked the waitress if the pasta salad was gluten free pasta to which she rather rudely replied ' if you had said you were 'gluten free' I wouldn't have put it on there' - no apology or acknowledgement that there could have been cross contamination etc. Poor attitude thus poor rating.

Stopped into Fodders for a spot of lunch had the 'Lentil and Carrot Soup' which was lovely. My friend had a jacket potato and prawn mayonaise it looked delicious. Nice warm friendly atmosphere, wasn't too busy later after one.When you need to sit down and chill for lunch this is the most family friendly place to be and it isn't too pricey like some places.They do really nice salads, chickpeas, pasta etc. The cakes are delicious too. I remember they do a fantastic cherry and almond tart warmed with clotted cream. If you are a foodie you will like this place. The Goats cheese on brushetta is to die for!

Called in here for a snack but ended up just having two coffees and a tea plus one sandwich. The interior felt crowded even though it wasn't that busy, probably because the tables are packed in like sardines in a tin. Coffee wasn't that special as it could have been a lot hotter and the sandwich just about managed to meet requirements. Will we visit again when in Truro? No

I have been a few times now with my friend for a girly lunch and it is always great. The bread for the sandwiches is so soft and fresh and they are well filled. The salads are amazing, you get a great selection of different salads on the plate and the meat is always delicious especially the smoked chicken. They serve lovely coffee and wonderful homemade cakes and flapjacks. My son also loved his toasty. Well worth a lunchtime trip I say, enjoy.

Called in to this cafeteria for a nice Cornish Cream Tea. On ordering "Two cream teas,please,our order taken,I was asked "Would you like something to drink?" No,we will have tea with our "Cornish Cream Tea" ,,,won't we? Oh no, that is extra! Unbelievable. Never again to Cornwall, back to the rest of the West.

I have been in Fodders many times. The staff are friendly.you order at the counter. It doesn't take very long to wait for your order.They allow dogs as well. That is good inmy view as there aren't many places dogs are welcomed in truro.Things that could be improved are the coffee.tea is lovely though and the toasted tea cakes delicious. Sometimes the crockery is chipped and that does not look very nice. This is a little gem close to a lovely indoor market and could be very much improved. Someone did tell me this business was for sale probably a good thing if it is.Maybe a fresh approach is needed.i have had the wholemeal scones which taste great. I think it just needs a new injection of energy as it's just a bit tired overall

I first went to Fodders over twenty years ago. It doesn't change in order to follow fashion - you won't find anything here that's been spiralized. The menu is simple, the food wholesome and freshly made and the portions are generous. It's not a smart modern place. It's a modest spot for lunch where a salad plate has eight different salads and you won't have room for dinner.

Relaxed lunch with good portions. Good choice of specials on menu and local Cornish feel to options available. Staff more friendly on exit than arrival! Central Truro and nice to find a different option in the heart of the city when shopping.

Oh dear. This place used to have a good reputation on back in the day which is why we popped in for lunch with the kids. The toasted sandwich was £6.95 but turned out to be a standard sandwich toasted, nothing more special and the 'act' of toasting appears to cost an additional £3 on the sandwich price. The garnish with the toastie very unappealing, several pieces of brown lettuce and cucumber and tomato that was very dried out and wrinkly. My teapot spout was missing, not clipped, missing. The service wasn't inspiring either, we came with kids but no high chair offered even after we asked for one on arrival, no straws offered even though they were on the counter, no extra plate or glasses usual thing you offer when kids share an adult lunch. In short, poor over priced food and staff that could do a lot better.

Went for a lunch time snack, chose the toasted granary sandwiches. Very good, tasty fillings and more than sufficient for a lunch time

This restaurant is grossly overpriced and the food is truly awful.We ordered two grilled mushrooms with cottage cheese. They had to go back as the dish was burnt black. These were replaced by two prawn baguettes - swimming in Marie Rose Sauce and cheap commercial mayonnaise with a commercial coleslaw.They charged us over £9 each for these ! I felt ill afterwards from the food and sickened by the price.

We called in to Fodders on our way to the Truro Food Festival this morning. The staff were friendly and cheerful. Our food and coffee was delicious. We will definately go back for more, I would like to try some of their cakes!

Recently visited here as a party of 12 Book Club members. Wonderful tasty food. Excellent range of reasonably priced dishes including super range of vegetarian food. Quick efficient service in great surroundings. A great find - we will all be back!

Went in for a quick bite at lunchtime, drinks took 30 minutes, food even longer - hot steak baguette was cool and had an unwelcome hair in it. Tables are too tightly packed in so that customers and staff cannot move around. Table beside us left when the rude waitress said they could not sit on a bigger table in case someone else came in?? Overall a very poor experience, when I raised my concerns on exit the chef (owner apparently) and rude waitress had numerous excuses but no apology. The bill was waived but I will not be back anytime soon.

I liked the food, but a bit pricey.Waiting 20 minutes to take drinks and food order. Then another 20 minutes for the starter to arrive. Another 20minutes wait for the main after the starter had been taken away.

Ok its in a great location, right in the centre of town, and just next to the pannier market. I love the setting I hate the coffee. It was so bad and there is so much choice that I have only been once. Its not that i am fussy about coffee but there is a limit and this was it. Hopefully it will get better. And by the way this was not just me but also the person I was with

Walking through Truro we became hungry and literally walked into this place. What attracted us was the crab sandwich and let it be said up front, they were gorgeous. In addition we had a mushroom with bread dish, chicken burger with red onion marmelade and a lemon and thyme chicken salad. The dishes took their time, but once your teeth were in them you understand why. All is handmade and quality takes time.Portions are adequate for a good lunch and the service was very swift and kind.We finished off with a coffee and I am beginning to learn that good and strong coffee and England does not go well in hand. It was simply so thin, that you could almost see the bottom of the cup. But the meals were excellent.

Went in today for a toasted sandwich, as have previously enjoyed the clam atmosphere and tasty sandwiches and was really craving a toastie.Although the sandwich was as lovely as normal the staff in the cafe downstairs were unorganised and moaning about each other behind backs. Very clearly so that I could hear. They were moaning about not knowing what orders had been done and the lack of clarity as to what was being ordered as they write all orders on a whiteboard and rub off when done. While one of the waitresses was outside the other 2 members of staff were moaning about her. And when my sandwich finally came out from the kitchen both the staff said they didn't know where it was going so were waiting for the other to come back. In the end I told them it was for me as I didn't want it going cold.I certainly wont be rushing back as felt really uncomfortable which is a shame!

An old favourite from previous visits to Truro, this quiet establishment serves both hot dishes and salads together with home made cakes. An excellent place to recharge your batteries after shopping.

Fodders is a regular haunt for my family and I. They offer delicious, home-cooked food that appeals to the whole family, yet I get to smile inside knowing the kids have eaten healthily. Steve and his wife are always keen to chat and we love the quirky surroundings. There are toys to play with if your children need them. All this right in the heart of town. Perfect!

Great atmosphere, unbeatable service from friendly, efficient staff. Absolutely top quality fresh ingredients lots of interesting flavours, well prepared and perfectly presented.I will highly recommend this establishment to anyone who has not already visited.

we were very impressed with the sandwiches provided all made on premises, the coffee was good too. A good place to escape the crowds and relax

I love Fodders. Hubby and I have been dropping in here for years, and thank deity it never changes. For us it is so nice to have a vegetarian MENU instead of an option! But this isn't purely a vegetarian restaurant. There are meat options! (Now they know how we usually feel...) The salads are about as far away from a lettuce leaf, cucumber slice and half a tomato as you can get. Order the bowl of mixed salad if you have a smallish appetite, and either the nut roast with salad or the quiche with salad if you have a large one. If you've still room for a pudding afterwards, let me know what they're like...There's plenty of choice for drinks, and a counter full of cakes and puddings - I always spot the mountainous lemon meringue pie and really must try it one day. Dogs are also welcome here, so if you are in town with your pooch, you know where to go! There is also (more recently added) a downstairs cafe/tea-room with outside seating, although the menu from upstairs still applies here. The toilets are located in the upstairs part, in case anyone wonders.

I love this café, their Jacket potatoes are superb, the salad bowl is the best anywhere, great choice of desserts (lemon meringue is Mum's favourite) and the coffee is great too. I cannot understand why this café is not No 1 in Truro nobody else comes close to supplying the quality of food you get here. We love it and always pop in when in Truro, we will be there on Tuesday and look forward to our usual sublime prawn jacket.

Visiting Truro, not far from M&S and tucked away in a little courtyard, we came across Fodders looking for a light lunch.Up the stairs and found a clean, airy and light restaurant with a lovely welcome.A good choice of food and drinks on offer. Lentil and veg' soup was great and so was the scone and clotted cream.We were looked after by a lovely waitress who was very helpful and attentive.Just what we needed to rest and refuel. Thanks.

decided to eat here but a poor choice. £7 for a toasted sandwich on reflection is a rip off. Not much salad garnish with it and a very long wait for a toasted sandwich. The sandwich was not too bad but cant really go wrong with toasted cheese ham and cheese anyway. Far better and much cheaper alternatives nearby. no toilet facilities either.

Cafe is in small courtyard in central Truro, visited on a hot day so sat outside in sun. I had a cheese and chutney sandwich and it was gorgeous.

Stopped for lunch, lovely toasted sannie. friendly and helpful staff.Went back for cake :-)We sat outside in the sunshine perfect..

This place has two parts tea room down stairs and cafe style upstairs located in court yard next to market off lemon quay. The tea room for me is not exceptional adequate for a cuppa. However upstairs is perfect for a hearty or light lunch this place is not open at night . Food is of good quality cooked on site no unzip a bag and microwave Prices are reasonable , access is via steep wooden steps only team room is on level ground . A must if you are a veggy

I did try to eat here today but couldn't as I am on a very strict diet and not allowed any salad dressing. Unfortunately ALL their salad is pre-dressed and no offer was forth coming to make anything without it. Found another establishment who were much more adaptable to customers dietery requirements.

This place is tucked away and serves coffee and cakes downstairs with the upstairs accessible for the middle of the day for lunches. The food is healthy and individually prepared, good sized jacket potatoes with chicken in a korma type sauce, excellent quiche and mixed salad, flapjacks are a good size.Do a variety of coffee drinks including a dark mocha and a white mocha.Lunchtime was busy with about 6 tables all arriving at once, but service was friendly despite the rush.

In a place not expected to give one. Great range of food with a splendid desert menu,try the sweet stuff!!!.Lot to explore but drop in here for a light lunch or just coffee and a snack,will not annoy your wallet. Will we come again?....yes of course when in Truro.

I have been eating lunch at Fodders since I moved to Cornwall 20 years ago, and really enjoy the vegetarian dishes they offer, they also offer gluten free sandwiches which is often a problem in other cafes and restaurants where, if you are a coeliac, it can be almost impossible to get lunch on the move. They also do excellent salads and have a huge choice of unusual drinks other than coffee and teas. They cater for all tastes but because they are slightly hidden from the main area of town, a lot of people I have taken there were unaware of this hidden gem. I was really surprised to hear about a reviewer finding them unfriendly as I usually eat in the restaurant upstairs and find the husband and wife owners exceptionally welcoming.