Gallery Café in Guildford

Sad to see that the cafe will be going as finn and gang was great

What a delightful find .The warmest of welcomes for an early morning coffee, so good we went back for lunch and thank goodness we did . Really delicious lunch in lovely surroundings .Will be going back asap and would thoroughly recommend .

A lovely little spot, had a lovely toasted ciabatta. Would be even better if it had breakfast options.

Nice food, friendly staff and a lovely courtyard garden.

Arrived late but just managed to squeeze in a coffee and cake. Delicious and the staff were very helpful.

Amazing food, big portions, could do with modernizing the out door area a little, we nearly turned away but stayed an trusted trip advisor on the reveiws.thumbs up..

Lovely cafe garden in the High Street with helpful and friendly staff.

No choice of either sandwiches or scones on their afternoon tea menu. Overpriced for quantity and quality of food.

Really good food, only serve 1 type of coffee though, Americano

Had lovely meals sitting outside, it had lots of beautiful flowers, and a friendly little robin

Had a lovely afternoon tea in a very pretty courtyard. Scones delicious and cakes/ pastries melt in the mouth. Staff and owners lovely. Thank you for looking after us.

Absolutely lovely cafe! Must visit when going to Guildford. Staff really lovely and food amazing. Lovely outside area under cover too!

Another fantastic afternoon tea in lovely surroundings. Helpful staff cant wait to return.

£2.70 for a glass of orange juice out of a bottle isn't good value

A total gem hidden in plain sight!!! Loved my trip here. Really great covid adaptations. Heated space outside. Lovely Christmas specials. Reasonably priced. Friendly staff. Wish I'd come here years ago. Will be back!

Really delicious food lovely staff outside seating. A hidden Jem.🎂

Lovely little find. Currently they have a marquee set up and decorated to provide a sheltered spot, still with the 'outside' feeling. Nice cup of tea and delicious chocolate fudge cake! Friendly service and outdoor heaters provided cosiness as we hid from the rain!

Lovely little outside cafe with marquee and heaters to keep you comfortable in the colder, wetter months. A great alternative to chain coffee and tea houses.

Booked in for afternoon tea. The service was second to none and the food was delicious especially their wonderful range of cakes. Would recommend this place to everyone as its just brilliant.

Tucked away at the Guildford House Gallery courtyard, a charming place to relax and enjoy refreshments Scones today and they were delicious- lunches and afternoon teas also recommended.

Afternoon tea was magnificent, The attention to detail was remarkable, The staff and service were amazing. Shall definitely return for lunch or coffee or yummy hot chocolate. Covid precautions excellent. Missed having butter for scone: only criticism.

So glad Gallery Cafe has reopened post-lockdown. Delicious salad today and the absolutely amazing Black Forest Cheesecake which is heaven on a plate. Excellent COVID safety measures and you can sit outside making it even safer. My fave cafe in Guildford

Beautiful courtyard cafe with amazing sandwiches! Great service too! Lovely heater pretty marquee and plenty to choose from on the menu.

I had heard good things about the cafe but had never visited and was surprised how much room there is in the terraced area. It was very spacious with a large covered area as well as tables which caught some nice spots of sun. The area is walled so its sheltered from any wind etc. The atmosphere was relaxed and friendly and the food generous with good quality products. Its a great place to relax and get a good bite to eat away from the bustle of the high street and even though it was starting to get busy there was always a good sense of space and the adaptions they had made for Covid etc made you feel secure. The food felt very good value, highly recommend.

We stumbled on this gem by chance on a day trip to Guildford, and liked it so much we went back for second helpings later in the day! Set in the courtyard of a 17th century building, it’s sheltered and secluded. It’s hard to believe it’s in the middle of a busy English town. There was a good selection of traditional cafe food, which was reasonably priced, and very good quality. The service is excellent, very friendly, welcoming and very prompt. Would definitely go back again.

Really nice place and great customer service, food was amazing, would 100% recommend to anyone, lovely sitting area

Excellent scones and new heated area!

Second time eating lunch here but since I last came they've got a seating area outside with heaters which is nice as the cafe is small and cramped. The food is good, big portions and they offer gluten free bread. The only thing I didn't like was the ham, I don't think it was very good quality as it didn't have much taste so wouldn't have that again.

We had afternoon tea here which was really nice, lovely food, great service and very friendly. I never knew the cafe was here it’s a hidden gem, let’s hope more people discover it and enjoy the food.

My mum and I had a delicious afternoon tea here today after reading about it recently. The homemade scones were delicious and so yummy, and the staff were very attentive and friendly. Can't wait to return to try out the rest of the menu.

Went for an afternoon tea. It was all very nicely prepared and tasty.

Friendly service, nice lunch snacks.Small courtyard ,kept out of the rain in the gazebo.

Always go to this cafe when visiting Guildford, very cosy and lovely food, sandwiches, ciabbata,homemade soup,quiche and yummy cakes

Great food - toasted ciabatta's delicious. Nice relaxed atmosphere in outside marquee with patio heaters !

Cute little cafe. Polite and friendly staff. Relaxing atmosphere. Nice place to meet friends. If you have not been to Guildford before, then I recommend visiting this cafe.

Cute little cafe. Polite and friendly atmosphere. Nice place to meet friends. If you have not been to Guildford before, then I recommend visiting this cafe.

I held a surprise baby shower for my friend at the Gallery Cafe in Guildford. The whole thing was a completely seamless and enjoyable experience from start to finish. The food was delicious. We had afternoon tea and cakes, all freshly made, with plenty of choice and plenty of it! We even took doggy bags home. My friend was completely surprised and loved the venue. The girls really looked after us, nothing was too much trouble. Would highly recommend this hidden gem in the centre of Guildford.

Easy to miss- but well worth finding! Cafe is in the listed building on the high street with the tourist information. Coffee and lunch here was amazing in the outside courtyard.

I went to the Gallery cafe for a lunch. The panini was the best I've ever had. Freshly-made and deliciously moorish. I definitely recommend it to anyone who finds oneself hungry in Guildford .

What a hidden Gem, i have been meaning to visit for a long time but never get time to visit Guildford, today i did and was not disappointed. The staff were very friendly the service excellent,and the food yummy, i will definitely return again with a friend to try out the cream Tea

Nice afternoon tea, nice surroundings

Went for cream tea with my mum. Really lovely staff, fresh scones and beautiful setting. Will come again!

having lived in Guildford for over 20-years, i thought i had been to all of the cafes. I was wrong. Nestled downstairs at Guildford House, this place is a real treasure. Charming location, and a menu that covers all the bases. Food was lovely, service excellent. Will not be 20-years before my next appearance!

Lovely place! It's perfect to enjoy the British Cream Tea. Staff was very kind and attentive. I recommend so much it

What can I say, from the lovely decor, the tasty food, the to die for cake, and staff and an owner that are very polite, attentive to anything you need, and willing to go the extra mile. Kids loved it, and we will defo return. Anyone travelling to Guildford, or in Guildford and never been, you have to go here for a lovely lunch in pretty surroundings thanks guys xx

An amazing setting for a wonderful afternoon tea, the food was delicious and the staff were very friendly and attentive, would definitely recommend.

First of all, I wanted to give very special thanks to the owner of the Gallery Cafe who was wonderfully accommodating to my boyfriend and I when we requested we use our gift voucher out of the specified time limit. We couldn’t wait to come and try the food after reading the reviews and we were certainly not disappointed! We were welcomed by a very friendly waitress who had already set our table for arrival, and swiftly treated to an elderflower spritz. The afternoon tea speaks for itself, just look at the picture! Everything home-made and delicious the tea and coffee flowed throughout our seating. The courtyard is a beautiful retreat from the fabulous bustling high street, somewhere to relax after hitting the shops, and relax we did. It’s worth mentioning that the cafe is inside the tourist information office, which you must walk though and then down some stairs to the courtyard, I think that it could do with a little more advertisement outside because I fear people will miss out otherwise! Looking at the menu, soup, quiche and plenty of sandwiches and cakes are on offer, but I can highly recommend the afternoon tea! If we return to Guildford, we’ll definitely visit again. In fact, we may come back just for the cafe!

Just a fleeting visit - our first one to the Gallery Café - and we loved the location and the ambiance. A sunny, secluded courtyard very well appointed. Emma looked after us very well - thank you - and our coffee and cake were just what the doctor ordered. We'll definitely be back!

Beautiful hidden gem off the cobbled high street! Lovely seating area outside in an old courtyard with fascinating buildings all around. The food was really lovely and the service was great!

This cafe is a little gem tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the High Street. Through the main tourist information at the front and down the stairs into a court yard. The menu is quite simple, a delicious selection of sandwich fillings, with bread or ciabatta. A selection of daily specials, cakes and of course cream teas. Ideal for a lunch and a quiet catch up with friends or family. Reasonable prices with the soup of the day just £5. Be prepared if you are a coffee lover who prefers a soya latte. Only filter coffee is available. After lunch, why not browse the gift shop on the court yard.

A delicious lunch, excellent friendly service and very reasonably priced. Part of Guildford House Gallery, a historic building in the centre of Guildford High Street, there is a delightful courtyard with a marquee if the weather isn’t great. They also serve morning coffees and afternoon teas with delicious home made cakes.

Great place to go for food and drink right in the middle of Guildford! Really good service and a nice garden as well.

Reasonable. Courteous staff. Variety of items served could be enhanced.

Went here for lunch with my daughter, really delicious food, fresh quality ingredients, exactly what we wanted. Service was attentive and friendly. Definitely recommend

This little cafe is a bit hard to find as it locates downstairs of the Guildford House (where the tourist information centre is). It's quite tinny indoor but have a bigger garden area witg table services. The food is yummy and kind of homemade style with healthy menus. Recommended.

Great presentation huge portions, delicious food and fab service , lovely to sit outside everything very country style ie Laura Ashley. Would recommend and would return 10/10 Well done to all

I had purchased a voucher for afternoon tea for my wife and myself and found that Guildford was probably the nicest and nearest towns to visit.

A really enjoyable afternoon tea. Bearing in mind it’s £15 each you wouldn’t expect to have unlimited sandwiches or cakes brought out, but the amount that is served is perfect for two. The sweet treats and scones were lovely and the elderflower drink a nice touch. Staff polite and attentive. Will come back again.

Had a great Saturday in Guildford. Went to Gallery Cafe and warmed myself up with tasty bowl of soup and a tuna melt. No room for cake. But there is next time..

What was supposed to be a nice birthday afternoon turned out to be the most disappointing ever. Absolutely awful afternoon tea. What a rip off. For £15 per person all we got was 3 small bits of finger sandwiches each. (Egg,cucumber,smoked salmon), a scone and 3 tiny bites of sweet treats (mini cupcake, slither of ginger cake, mini macaroon), glass of elderflower water and pot of tea. Was that hungry had to order some cheese on toast for £7 as well.

Friendly staff, good menu. Quite quaint. Sat in the marquee which is heated. Had polenta and lemon cake, with a cup of coffee. Saw some other dishes coming out and they all looked tasty.

Secret cafe in nice garden area and heated marquee in winter. Plates need to be larger, typical British catering portion control which is self defeating, food ok and pleasant service in the main

Can't speak highly enough of this Cafe/Restaurant. Warm, friendly greeting and the service was excellent. Cream tea was delicious. Would visit again next time I'm in Guildford.

This is a very small café, I know there's outside space for the summer. The quiche was lovely but it came with half a plate of lettuce with just a couple of cherry toms, couple of slices of cucumber and couple of grapes plus a small amount of potato salad. Rather expensive I thought. The nice part is it is all home made and that counts for a lot. Would visit again.

This is a hidden gem of a cafe. Not sure you would find it without knowing it was there. The cafe inside is a small tearoom, with further seating in a large gazebo/marquee structure outside. In need of food and refreshments, arrived before the real lunch rush. Great timing, the cafe filled up shortly after. Initially opting for a sandwich, tasted the soup that had arrived and was fortunate to change my order. The soup was very tasty, hot, hearty, not too thick, warming and delicious, with chunky bread. I think it was tomato, chickpea and coconut soup. Just what was needed on a bright breezy day. Needless to say, staff were very polite and accommodating. Rounded lunch with a portion of delicious chocolate fudge cake (between 3!) wit tea and coffee. Definitely worth finding. Will certainly visit again.

After reading so many good reviews of the Gallery Cafe, I brought some friends here for a lunch and much-needed catch-up. We sat in the marquee as it was a lovely day, and enjoyed friendly service and tasty, reasonably priced food. Plenty of fresh,easy lunch choices on offer: quiche, sandwiches, jacket potatoes, salad,etc. We were enjoying our food and chat so much that we moved on to tea and cakes, also delicious. We will stop again next time we’re in Guildford!

I booked a table for 4 people for afternoon tea. it was very good and all the cakes and scones are home made

My sister bought an afternoon tea for 2 for my mum for Christmas. We went today and I joined them too - the Gallery Cafe were very accommodating of this and welcomed me in too. We had the most amazing afternoon tea, the scones were delicious! Mum is quite picky with scones but she absolutely loved them. The bottomless elderflower water tasted amazing and the staff were just lovely.

What a hidden gem this cafe is, nestled in a lovely old building in the centre of Guildford. We had a fantastic late lunch. Freshly prepared by the wonderful Emma, the food was fresh, vibrant and delicious. While there some ladies were having afternoon tea, the cakes and scones looked mouthwatering. It won’t be long before I return.

Took my mum for lunch today, just wanted a sandwich, tea and coffee somewhere and stumbled across the Gallery Cafe.

What a lovely spot! The elderflower sparkling water to begin was the first part of a lovely afternoon tea experience. Very peaceful atmosphere and excellent service! The perfect, and affordable, spot to land for a quiet break from the bustling street.

Hot, and tasty. All we needed when pouring rain outside !

Booked an afternoon tea using a groupon voucher. Booking process simple and our table was waiting for us. Beautifully presented sandwiches, scones, and cakes which were all very fresh and tasty, generous portions including plenty of clotted cream. Elderflower drink was a lovely touch, and we were offered more tea. Friendly staff. It was a treat for my mum's birthday and she thoroughly enjoyed it. Would love to go again!

Perfect place to have a lovely afternoon tea. Delicius food, excelent service, lovely staff! Worth the price.

I know some people love this place but I was so disappointed. Maybe better in the summer as I saw a large outside seating area, but at this tome of year (october) Imwould not rate it. Very ordinary sandwich in a tiny room, a bit like sitting in grannys kitchen. Very small, and no room to move. Very limited menu, nasty glass of wine.....not going back.

We were looking for a non-restaurant lunch option in Guildford and were thrilled to find this place. Attentive staff, super home cooked food and healthy options. There are so many restaurants in Guildford but not enough light lunch options. This fits the job perfectly.

Hidden away behind the Tourist Information Centre in Guildford High Street, it's a little café but with a big welcome. Staff were lovely, very helpful about booking beforehand and serving us on the day. We sat outside in the marquee as the weather was good, and it was secluded and quiet. Very clean and the food we had was excellent. It was our first visit, but we will be back!

Came here for afternoon tea for my mum's birthday after reading the great reviews. Unfortunately they weren't aware of our booking (that I made through facebook) but the two ladies were apologetic and made room for us. They were super attentive and the food was lovely and fresh. Our particular favourite was the spiced ginger cake it was delicious! Will definitely return here.

Lovely place great food and service

Came to the gallery cafe on a busy Saturday and it was so much quieter than the rush of Guildford high street. The staff were welcoming upon arrival and the service was excellent. The food was a good quality and at a reasonably cheap price. The meals were hot, fresh and the menu has a variety of sandwiches, ciabattas, jacket potatoes, cake and scones. There are a lot of sandwich fillers to choose from which adds variety and options. The jacket potatoes were fresh and cooked perfectly. We didn’t wait long for our food to arrive. The location is tucked right out the way which means that is lovely and quiet. The cafe is suitable to all of the family with both indoor seating and heated outdoor seating. Our waitress was very happy to help and we received excellent service throughout our visit.

Stumbled upon this beautiful little cafe from a recommendation of a friend of a friend. Lovely and welcoming staff and food was great. Was a wonderful location and setting. Highly recommended.

My self and wife came out vist the gallery and found a great little cafe in the courtyard and the food and servis was just great and enjoyed our time there . We will be visiting there agian

Enjoyed an outside courtyard setting lunch this afternoon. Beautiful peaceful surroundings, delicious food, attentive staff definitely recommend.

Had a lovely afternoon tea, great service, will return. Lived in the area for 35yrs never knew it was there, a shame it’s taken me this long to find.

Really nice little cafe off the high street with simple filter coffee and a good selection of cakes including a toasted tracks which I had.i sat outside and there are heaters if you need them. Friendly welcoming staff only to happy to serve you with a smile.

No espresso, only filter coffee. Nice if you like cakey treats. A good outside area when it's warm

If you are in Guildford town centre, if you want to avoid the chain outlets which seem to dominate everywhere, and are looking for excellent food, at very reasonable prices, then look no further that the Gallery cafe. Housed in what were the kitchens of the 17th century building is this little oasis of calm and quality.

What a great find! Lovely place, food was delicious and the staff super friendly and efficient.

I was given an afternoon tea for two at Christmas and used the voucher here last week. We sat in the lovely courtyard and enjoyed an excellent selection of sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and jam, and sweet little cakes. I requested Prosecco which wasn't on the menu and the staff arranged to have some in and only charged £3 per glass! I will definitely visit here again when next in Guildford. It is an oasis of tranquility in this busy town.

A bit on the pricey side but well enough done

A lovely little garden cafe hidden away on the high street with great food, good prices and friendly service. Will be back soon!

We chose the cafe by chance as we needed something to eat on a quick stop off and google maps suggested the gallery cafe. Everything was great - the staff were really friendly, service was excellent, quick and the food was fresh and tasty. We had a jacket potato which came with salad and coleslaw and a sandwich with salad. I can’t fault the food, the only reason the rating is 4, not 5, is that the price was a little on the expensive side -£8 for the potato but it was reasonable for the quality. I would recommend this to anyone who fancies a quiet lunch in nice surroundings.

What a delightful find, very quaint little tearoom tucked under the tourist information office. Booked afternoon tea, service excellent, food lovely, would definitely be returning.

Had lunch here and found the food excellent and staff very friendly. Service was good. We ate outside in the quiet and secluded courtyard. A very enjoyable experience, will be going again.

Had a lovely lunch here on Saturday, good little quiet spot at the back of the tourist office! Had the ham, Brie and cranberry ciabatta - lovely... also they let the dog in (sat outside)...

Lovely cafe with outdoor seating area. Their cakes are delicious. Would highly recommend. Very polite service too.

Great place to come for cake and tea or coffee and is located downstairs from the Gallery House. I do recommend the cakes and tea as they are very good quality. This is a fairly small cafe.

The kitchen is very, very small so the dishes served are limited but all are fresh and quite often there are some really creative choices to be had. Friendly owner and staff make this a great place to pop into for a bit to eat.

I went with my best friend for his post birthday lunch. The setting is stunning and Moreover the food was something else. Thanks to the team there and especially Emma, your service is incredible and just that alone is enough to return. I didn't try the cakes so I can feel a cake and tea date coming on

It was a lovely afternoon tea in the beautiful garden area. All the food was tasty (home made), big portions. The staff was very friendly and helpful. All over is was perfect. I’m for sure we will visit back soon!