Food@Cowslip in Cornwall, Isles of Scilly

Superb place for a slice of quiche type of lunch. Lovely home made fare, delightful service, ‘ tucked away from it all’ ambience. Wholesome fare.

A Must Go To Visit this lovely cafe. It serves homemade food beautiful salads , cakes and ice cream. This cafe has a lovely sunny garden and attractively decorated interior. The staff were welcoming and greeted us with a lovely smile and cheery hello even though they were busy. Highly recommended.

Ideally I’d rate this place a 3.5 out of 5 but that’s not possible and a 3 seems a little low….we visited a couple of days ago. The pros are the coffee is great and the panna cotta was fantastic! The tiny negatives are the service was a tiny bit surly, we were told to sit outside and they’ll take our order unless they forget about us and we are to come in, and the quiche, although it looked delicious (blue cheese and broccoli) it was a bit tasteless and a little too eggy for me. That said, we frequently visit the area so would likely return!

Fabulous. Fantastic setting. Fantastic staff, polite and friendly. Great food. So peaceful. I had the broccoli, courgette, spinach stilton soup, must say was the tastiest I have had. Bread was delicious too. Hubby had prawn baguette, jam packed with Prawns, great salad. Will definitely revisit. Going to try their Sunday Lunch next, watch this space

Freshly cooked tasty food (breakfast), beautiful setting accompanied with a great tasting fresh coffee. H recommend

The venue is lovely - can't complain about that. Food was average, a tuna baguette that I could have made for half the price at home and a jacket potato with a skin that was so tough it was inedible. Both with wilted rocket leaves and no other accompaniments. (At roughly 8/9 quid, some coleslaw wouldn't go amiss) The staff (apart from one very polite, younger girl) looked as though they'd rather be anywhere else in the world than serving us. Used to rate it here and hadn't been for a while, but won't be back unless it improves.

Food not warmed all the way through so broccoli in the centre of the quiche cold and wet. Sparse salad. Person in charge at the time rude and patronising. No apology. Expensive. Won’t be back.

Good job we booked a table, as there wasn't a free table in the place! Lovely visit, friendly staff, yummy cake and delicious hot chocolate! Recommend booking before you visit.

Totally gorgeous little spot! The staff were wonderful and totally accommodating with my 3 year old. Really good value for money and choice of food! Very happy to have found this hard to find cafe!

The original reason my wife & I visited the Cowslip Workshops property whilst on holiday in Cornwall was the quilt shop. But when we saw they had a cafe on site WITH the option of a cream tea (a novelty to us Americans), we were compelled to take advantage of dining in proximity. Seating on the covered patio with views of the owner's extensive gardens was an ideal setting on a warm-ish early summer day to experience our first cream tea, and Cowslip made us converts to the tradition. Paired with a delicious variety of small bites on our ploughman's plate & fresh bread baked locally, the large & tasty scones with clotted cream & fruity jam gave us a meal we won't soon forget. The only reason I didn't give our visit a 5 Circles rating was because of the service received (or not), which was spotty at best & required us to leave the table more than once to make sure our order was going to be taken and then prepared & delivered. I hope that situation has been or at least is being resolved by Cafe management, as other TA reviewers have been much more pointed recently regarding the overall poor service during their meals. Food as delicious as this - with very good presentation of the dishes as served - deserves equally remarkable staff to make the customers' experiences memorable & worthy of a return visit.

One small sausage, one slice bacon, poached egg, teaspoon of mushrooms, slice of toast, small ramekin of beans and half of a tomato = £10.45…very expensive and cold!

We’ve been long term customers if this cafe and today was an exception to the norm. My sandwich was not as I had asked. I felt the staff were lacking in customer service skills and certainly weren’t attentive. They were all miserable and the cranberry sauce in my sandwich was as sharp as a lemon - just awful.

Excellent service great food good hidden gem , the gardens are wonderful with a lovely atmosphere in the restaurant. Will be back again

Been here before but thought we would try again. Arrived as it opened for Breakfast. Waited for about 5 minutes before the staff spoke to us as they were very busy having a chat. One table being used. The server said if we wanted coffee and cake she could squeeze us into a table which had junk on it. If we wanted breakfast the meat delivery hadn't arrived so the breakfast would be without the meat element. When I asked when the meat would arrive (due an hour earlier) she replied I haven't a clue, they are less than 10 minutes away from Warrens!). So Cowslip wanted us to sit at a table that wasn't ready (with loads of empty tables available) and pay full price for half a breakfast. We felt like we should apologise for visiting and disturbing them. We will not try a third time.

A stunningly beautiful spot that serves outstanding coffee. I went the the Cowslip Cafe recently with members of my family. I was astounded at the beauty of the place, set as it is within a gorgeous garden with spectacular views over the open countryside. There is a very wide selection of cakes and other food, which my family gratefully partook of! The parking is more than adequate, which helps, as my Mother is disabled. Unfortunately there is nothing for those on a plant based diet that I was able to discern apart from an apple cake, which was very tasty. The lack of choice for vegans will preclude me from revisiting often, though my family eat the standard British diet, so it was great for them. The staff were brilliant - friendly and helpful.

We went here today first time we have been here and we thought it was delightful. The gardens in the cafe are so pretty. We sat outside and it was beautiful. Loved the little summer house too. The views from the tables at the end across the fields were lovely. We had cheese scones and hot drinks very nice. Staff were very nice too. Will definitely be back again very soon!

Lovely little cafe, tucked out of the way, nice food, beautiful vistas, delightful service. Reccomended stop for lunch on a barmy day.

Absolutely fantastic! Not only is the food local, brilliant quality, expertly cooked and reasonably priced but the whole atmosphere and ambience of the cafe is so wholesome and welcoming. The staff are super and brought over a box of toys to entertain my daughter, which was much appreciated. The whole experience was lovely and just had a lovely ethical and personal feel to it. Much better than all the overly commercialised and expensive farm shops around here. Very highly recommended.

Absolutely love The Cowslip Cafe …. Luckily for us, we live nearby and always try and take our friends there when they visit. The atmosphere is always friendly and relaxed, food is always excellent …. We’ve enjoyed lunches, afternoon teas (which are amazing), Friday night dinners and Sunday roasts! Love the garden, veg garden and stunning views! Highly recommend to anyone visiting Launceston!

We were invited to a private evening function at the cafe last Friday. Such a lovely, relaxed atmosphere for such an occasion. The staff were super friendly, and the food was amazing - presented beautifully and tasted fantastic!

We dropped in for a cooked breakfast / brunch before the long drive home. The locally sourced food was well prepared & presented , served in a timely manner by friendly staff. Dog friendly ( allowed to sit under the table & water provided )...

Visited for a birthday meal where the barn had been hired for £200 and menu options provided, 2 courses for £27.50 a head and £14.50 for kids, seemed a bit pricey so we were expecting something great. Unfortunately what we got was slow service, with...

We found this little gem of a tea room and from now on it will be our default cafe. Wonderful staff, great food and an idilc setting. The neighbouring shops are perfect if your looking out for a something vintage. A perfect place to spend...

Visited this haven of tranquility for breakfast and again wasn't disappointed.We sat outside with amazing views of the countryside and the Launceston steam train chugging away in the distance.The food was excellent and beautifully presented. We had two vegans in our party who were very...

I took my 91 year old relation to this cafe on a hot afternoon , very comfortably accommodated . a large pot of tea served with opportunity for hot water top up , nice home made cakes, the toasted tea cakes were served with a...

Approached down a long bumpy dirt track. Lots of old buildings, a bit confusing. The cafe was quaint, the garden disappointingly messy. The famous view not that great for this part of the world (see picture). Not bad, Lanson castle and Brentor but far away....

We booked our reservation by phone about a week before we visited as we were going to stop on route to our holiday destination in Cornwall. The cafe is set in a beautiful garden and we were allocated a table on the decking area outside...

On Friday 24th June 2022 we held our small, intimate Wedding Day lunch at Cowslip Cafe. Thanks to Andrew and the team we had an amazing day. The food was excellent, the service and ambience impeccable. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff. If...

Superb, tasty, warm scones with a crisp bottom, plus plenty of jam and clotted cream and a really nice pot of tea. Lovely cafe with outside seating and a view over the surrounding countryside

Just had breakfast in this cozy gorgeous cafe! Absolutely gorgeous everything was cooked to perfection and piping hot.Staff are so friendly and very accommodating our two friends had a full English which was beautifully presented and my friend and I picked our own breakfast off...

This is such a lovely place. The atmosphere was relaxed & friendly. We were so impressed on a previous visit, that we had to visit again. The menu is great and the food tastes fabulous. Thanks for a brilliant lunch.

Good food, scrumptious cakes and fabulous afternoon tea, amazing location, unique seating lovely staff. Lovely craft shop, lots of unusual Christmas present to buy. A return visit already planned. Additional attraction : friendly robin. Thank you

popped to cowslips to look at the craft which was a bit disappointing but the cafe was really nice and food good

Beautiful location, excellent service and really good food. We brought our own bottle of wine, and the staff kindly gave us some glasses to accompany it. The views are stunning, if you sit outside and the staff are very attentive. Really enjoyed our visit and...

On my trips to Cornwall I always look forward to my visits here. Good coffee, wonderful cakes and good food, my happy place. Wonderful surroundings and great views.

A lovely cafe with excellent food and friendly staff. We went for Sunday lunch and sat inside - a real mixture of people - families of all ages enjoying the food together- great to see young children welcomed as well as dogs! A stunning spot...

We were camping in Launceston, I fancied a cream tea so with my low battery I had a Google. Cowslip came up reviews looked good and the 1 photo I saw looked nice so we went for it, I am so happy we did!!! Down...

We returned to cowslip cafe for the first time since the pandemic and were delighted to find the service and food were still as wonderful as we remembered. Would highly reccomend the raspberry and polenta cake - simply the best! The views across Launceston and...

We had lunch in the cafe after a lovely mooch around the vintage and fabric shops. We were welcomed to sit outside in the marquee with our dog and the view across the fields to Launceston was great. We were offered a menu very quickly,...

Not sure if this is a common problem but the post-code on this entry does not deliver you to very close to the premises. We had to ask a postman where to go - so maybe we missed something. Be warned. Booking was preferred by...

Recommend the chicken pie & salad plus gooseberry & elderflower chutney - delicious! Thanks again to Andrew & the team.

Stopped here whilst on a long bike ride. Friendly staff, nice coffee and lovely courgettes and lime cake. Nice garden area to sit in. His lordship gives you 5 stars and is looking forward to more of that cake soon.

We had a table outside under a marquee, kept company by two retired horses and some comical sheep. The staff were very friendly and the service exceptional. The menu is reassuringly limited to four main dishes and everything came with chips and a side-salad. I...

Visited this cafe based on previous reviews. Enjoyed a simple but delicious lunch of jacket potato with marie-rose prawns and homemade coleslaw. Left enough room to have a cream tea. Although you only get one scone, it is large. It was soft and the jam...

We were in the mood for cream tea and, after a quick bit of Googling, came across this place. We were hadn’t booked but were able to get a table outside under the gazebo - which felt like the best seat on the house given...

We had to drive to Launceston from Westward Ho! For work reasons so looked up local cafes and came across this little beauty! We didn’t book but we were welcomed with a smile and offered a selection of tables, we opted to sit outside in...

Wonderful cakes and scones in lovely location. Staff were friendly and helpful. We sat in the peaceful garden and the view was fantastic.

We love our lunches at Cowslip, its such an idyllic place and the food is superb. The surroundings are beautiful and so peaceful. Happy, friendly staff and the most delightful menu choices all very fresh and flavoursome. Our soup choice, carrot and cumin and the...

Fantastic experience. Had the most delicious pea, chilli and ginger soup and then a cream tea (with a great gluten free scone). Everything is home made and wonderful. And the view is stunning! Xox

We enjoyed another superb extended lunch at Cowslip, sitting outside in the field surrounded by stunning countryside views, including Launceston Castle. Pre-booked our table of four and recommend the prawn mixed salad; brie & cranberry and cheese & ham toasted sandwiches, cream tea (tea drinks...

As we wanted a late breakfast they were very accommodating as we hadn't booked. We sat outside on the covered verandah looking into the lovely natural garden. Inside are great 'patchwork quilt' pictures on the walls. Great coffee and food with good portions and I loved the lime marmalade. Dog friendly and VERY COVID AWARE! A GREAT FIND TO BREAK UP OUR LONG DRIVE HOME.

A great way to start a Monday morning with coffee and cake at Cowslip cafe. A very warm welcome, a seat in the garden over looking Launceston and the castle, the sun was shinning what more could you want. Coffee was lovely and the cake yummy, cannot wait for a return visit before I have to drag myself home :)

First meal in a café since 2019 and what a café! Pre- booking helpful. Wonderfully fresh food with friendly and cheerful service in a beautiful location which overlooks Launceston. It was open for the first time this year and the experience felt very safe throughout.This was followed by a pre-booked visit to the shop checking the amazing new fabrics and kits. Again everyone friendly and helpful. A visit that was much enjoyed by our bubble. Thank you so much Jo and team for all your hard work

Lovely friendly staff, amazing food. Friendly welcoming ,quilting craft centre. I have been lots of times, long ,uneven drive but worth it. Good is amazing. Good value formoney. Every dish I've tried has been consistently good.

Cornwall's best kept secret, tucked away down a farm lane but only minutes from the town with views to die for. This unique farmhouse style restaurant, complete with an Aga in heart of the the kitchen, is the place to come to for really tasty lunches, coffee and afternoon tea. We love the friendly service, the daily specials, and a wonder around the shop and exhibitions afterwards.

"Thank you" once again to the wonderful team at Cowslip cafe, my perfect 'go to' place, and this time for lunch to celebrate my daughters 27th birthday (where did that time go!) As always the welcome was the warmest, the food the yummiest, the setting perfect, and the Birthday bunting followed by candle decked banoffi pie was just perfect. You are all simply the best xx

Visited on a few occasions over several years and its always excellent for quality/ choice of food/ service and such a peaceful location with views over the Kensey Valley and back towards Launceston and the Castle. Top Tip - sit in the South facing garden on a fine day and soak in the tranquility!

What a wonderful evening. Such attention to detail.Lovely menu, food was all cooked to order. Personal service, just couldn’t have asked for more. Beyond the delicious food, the cafe had been decorated beautifully, as always. I like being able to take my own wine, you’re never disappointed!Thank you to all the staff for making our meal so enjoyable, and would recommend to anyone, it’s well worth a visit, whatever the time of day.

Eat here usually every 6 weeks with friends. Always top service and delicious, freshly made food. Great menu to choose from.

We popped in to The Cowslip for lunch on a cold January day and although the cafe was busy we were served quickly and the service was friendly throughout. We had quiche and a baguette, both of which come with a good seasonal salad and a lovely mustardy dressing to pour . A good variety of drinks too. All fresh and well prepared. My quiche was very light and not as tasty as I would have liked, but otherwise everything was spot on. Well priced too.Lovely choc cookies to take away too. All of the cakes looked great; may well return for coffee and...

We enjoyed some delicious coffees, sandwiches and cakes. Service was good and food was fresh . Can't fault it.

Came here for lunch on the basis of reviews read here. It was a crazy windy rainy day, and the cafe felt very warm and welcoming! The reviews are certainly warranted. Delicious food, friendly service which accommodated fussy children, and a completely delicious cream tea to top it all off. I would warmly recommend this place to anyone. Well worth a visit.

So strange to drive down to - feels like you're sneaking onto someone's farm. The lady who was hosting, let my friend, her daughter and myself, sit outside in a little shed -because inside was full. Cannot fault the food or environment. (All of the inside tables were fully booked, so we'll have to book next time we return).

We enjoyed a Sunday lunch with friends in a homely atmosphere. The options for the various courses were fairly traditional but popular, and servings were generous.

Visited here today for second time. Only for a pot of Earl Grey but such a lovely setting. Menu looked varied and tasty. Friendly staff.

Worth the long drive for the perfect English tea. Beautiful surroundings and craft shops to visit. Could have relaxed here for hours.

This café was recommended by a work colleague as a great place for lunch. It is set outside of the town on a farm and is certainly worth the effort to go. It’s a Tranquille pretty relaxed café with quirky outdoor spaces To choose from to eat. The staff were very accommodating hopeful and friendly. The food is made on site and is extremely fresh and tasty. I opted for the home-made quiche which was delicious and will certainly be coming back.

This place is gorgeous. Quaint, picturesque, peaceful and amazing views. Food is fantastic and people so friendly. Would highly recommend. Ignore the couple of moaners on here. It’s excellent. GO! 👍🏽

Lovely place to stop for lunch on the way to Cornwall. This is the second year we have stopped here and if we visit Cornwall again will definitely be our lunch stop! Super friendly staff, good choice from Menu.When we visited they had no children's pizza but quickly offered to adapt and made a french bread style pizza, which both my children thoroughly enjoyed!

On a low carb diet I can sometimes find it difficult to accommodate my needs but Cowslip salads made it easy. My non low carb daughter had a good selection as well. The gardens include their own homegrown vegetables.

A lovely setting, fantastic home made food whether it is Sunday roast or salads, chilli or cakes. Staff are attentive and let you enjoy your meal at your own speed. We visit regularly it is so good!

The food, service, crockery and decor are all fantastic. If you are in the area I would definitely have a pit stop here.

I have visited Cowslip cafe many times, so was pleased to see summer suppers advertised.

I met a friend here for lunch last week. I hadn't been here for years. I was so pleased with my lunch, I had a fantatsic large bowl of freshly made salads, spicy cous cous, coleslaw and real fresh homecooked ham- which was an added optional extra. My friend had freshly made quiche and salad. We both enjoyed our meal and will be back again soon. Friendly staff even when they were very busy. The cakes all looked amazing but I'm dieting and managed to resist the temptation!

I'd see this place before on Trip Advisor and had always wanted to see what it was like. As it's slightly out of the way it's probably not a place you're very likely to happen upon by accident which is a pity as it's a very well worth diversion.

Cowslip is off the beaten track and all the better for it. This is a magic place beautiful gardens beautiful views, a cafe that is full of charm without being over the top. Outside in the garden are hidden tables in places all over the garden. We went for high tea and it was delicious , the best chocolate eclaires, and the most amazing pork pie I have ever had. I loved the higgly,piggly way the buildings run into one another . Old fashioned charm , lovely staff , it really is my favourite place to go .

It was my husbands birthday and my daughter was visiting with her partner so I decided to book a table for the Supper Night on 28th June. We have visited for lunch and cakes and coffee quite a few times so I was confident that we would have a good evening( how wrong was I) We placed our order and as it was BYO for drinks we filled our glasses after placing our orders and were looking forward to our meal. I was very disappointed with the main course I had a chickpea curry and the rest of the family had the chicken I have never seen food look so unappetising it all looked beige no colour in any of it and it was so bland if I had been blindfolded I don't think I would have recognised it as a curry it really felt like we had been served a packet curry I don't know if it was the normal chef on but this meal was not up to their usual good standard . We were very disappointed and even though the waitress checked a couple of times if we were happy I didn't want to make a fuss and complain so we just picked at it I was very upset but didn't want to ruin the evening by complaining but we probually won't be going there again.

Such a lovely place, really enjoyed sitting outside in the sun, they make amazing cakes & scones here. The best scone I tried was yarg & wild garlic. A place I will return too.

Visited here based upon Trip Advisor reviews and loved the place. A great rural location, very friendly staff and beautiful food. The Cornish Cream Tea was a delight and the best of our trip. Would highly recommend to others.

We called ahead this morning thinking it may be full. When calling, I mentioned breakfast so it was very sweet that the chef started to cook sausages in case, considering the breakfast menu had finished.

Four of us had a very good lunch here - ploughmans, prawn sandwich, chicken Cesar salad and cakes. All were delicious. Lots of parking available, very busy but no undue wait for the food and it looked like a nice outside area with tables, but it was too chilly that day. Highly recommended.

My wife has put a review on already but thought I will say it was a lovely lunch and the staff work so hard. My in-laws love it hear as they are made to feel so special.

Lovely welcome and great service. Meal very nice. Was very busy but staff were as attentive as always. Thank you for looking after us so well. X

This place is so lovely very relaxing and calm it's one of our favourite go to places as is literally 5mins away. Very tasty pea soup all homemade and the chocolate and avocado cake was melt in the mouth delicious. We always try and bring visiting family and friends here.

A huge thank you to Andrew and team for the amazing and delicious birthday tea for my daughter's birthday. She has been so supportive since I suffered a stroke and I wanted to say "Thank you" in a special way- the food, the service, the little touches were perfect (As always!) Thank you SO much ❤

Set in the hills above Launceston, Cowslip is a great place to go & eat (or craft!). The food is lovely and the staff are all friendly & efficient.

Cowslip Cafe has beautiful rural surroundings set above the town of Launceston. Attention to detail throughout with gorgeous quilting as part of the decor. We were welcomed and made to feel special on this our second visit. The menu was fresh with a good range of choice. The food is lush and will not disappoint. My Moroccan lamb stew was cooked to perfection and my husband had the tasty chilli beef nachos. You must try the profiteroles they were so light and the chocolate sauce had a beautiful flavour. There are also cakes to die for. Thanks for a great lunch Cowslips

Cowslip café offers lovely food using largely local produce. The menu is varied and offers vegetarian options and gluten free. The staff are very welcoming and nothing is too much trouble.

Great food and friendly service. Lovely rural location and some gorgeous and unusually dishes on the specials board.

I was recommend to call in at cowslip from my quilting ladies who had been on workshops. The sat nav postcode does not take you to the workshop or cafe, however a very nice man did give us the right directions - it’s near the golf course and then down a farm track ....probably 2 miles out ...

We stopped for lunch at Cowslips to break up our journey after finding it on trip advisor. We sat outside with our puppy and we were delighted by the wonderful service, delicious food and fantastic views over Launceston. Some reviews mentioned that it’s on the pricier end, however we found that for the quality and quantity of food it was really good value for money. We would recommend jacket potatoes cooked in the Aga, the Caesar salad and the home made quiche! We’ll definitely be back next time we’re in the area

Drive down the track into the Cowslip buildings in the countryside just outside Launceston to be surprised by the great food on offer. It looks unlikely and is rustic rather than smart but the food is great. £7.50 seems a bit too much for a cream tea but it was good, and there was a big selection of freshly baked cakes on offer. Plenty of savoury options for lunch as well, using all local produce. Service was fine. And we really enjoyed the free quilt exhibition in the barn, exquisite work. Free parking in the paddock.

We always stop here for lunch on our way to and from West Cornwall each summer. It's a wonderful location, relaxing and beautiful. The food is excellent, top quality, very tasty and interesting.The staff are very friendly and very helpful. I love to look in the shop and there is usually an exhibition when we drop by. My husband is vegetarian and there is always lots of choice for him. My two daughters love their annual visits here, really nice cakes and ice cream! Everyone at Cowslip works hard to create a wonderful experience. Reasonably priced for good quality food.

Lovely peaceful gardens and amazing cake! They have a very well stocked craft shop and knowledgeable staff. Worth a visit, you won't be disappointed.

I always look forward to a trip to Cowslips. I've never had a bad experience there. The staff are always friendly and the food has never disappointed. It is an oasis of calm in a frantic hurry-up world. It's a place to linger and enjoy the tranquility. I highly recommend the Courgette cake, but then again, if everyone tried it, there might not be any left for me.

Stunning location and relaxing too, but the prices for the food are blatantly ripping people off.

A little oasis of quiet. Friendly staff, good food, excellent coffee and lots of lovely places to sit and relax.

Visited this venue for afternoon tea and to visit the shop and workshops. Absolutely delighted by every aspect of this experience including friendly staff, beautiful grounds and gardens and a great cream tea in a characterful and beautifully appointed tea room.

We had a lovely afternoon tea in this idyllic setting off the beaten track in Cornwall. Good service and some of the best scones ever - perfectly fresh but be warned, they are huge and you get two each!

Visited here on a hot summer afternoon and was delighted to find a beautiful little cottage style garden, with plenty of seating either in the shade or full sun. The cafe itself was well laid out with indoor seating and a relaxed country cottage feel. The staff all seemed very pleasant and welcoming.