Hooga Coffee in South Somerset

Looked delicious. Ordered two pre-made sandwiches and coffee and paid. Although there were only two people seated at a table, all the tables were dirty. We picked up the sheepskins off the floor and sat at the table nearest the counter. We waited, several other people came in and were served. After 15 mins and several passes the waitress said ‘Oh, I’ll clear this up in a minute’ after another 5 minutes we went to the counter and asked for a refund. The waitress said, oh, the order didn’t come through, this has happened before! They were too busy chatting to notice.

This is a superb little place run with great attention to detail from the Scandi interior, handmade branded earthenware through to the menu. The carrot cake is the best I've had in the South West but this morning at 10.30 it had sold out therefore forcing me to widen my culinary horizon to a not so slimming piece of bread pudding which was equally as good if not the best I have eaten anywhere. I would have happily eaten every piece they had... but they would have had to remove the shop front to let me out.

The best almond croissants I have EVER tasted!! In fact all their cakes are to die for 😊 Staff are friendly and helpful and there is a lovely cosy atmosphere.

We stopped off at Hooga for coffee and snacks on a Saturday morning, ordering 2 cappuccino's and a sandwich. First the positives, the staff were nice, the coffee good and the sandwich tasty, the only negative I have is that service was exceptionally slow. Slow to the point that my partner went to check they hadn't forgotten our order. Then when I ordered a second coffee I never actually got it as it was so slow it coming that I had to leave before they would eventually make it. All I would say is if you do go then be prepared to be patient.

This is a gem! In and out door seating on a sunny corner of Wincantons High street. Really lovely smooth coffee, with a simple breakfast and lunch menu. Lots of dietary options for vegan, veggie and meat eaters. A tasty selection of cakes again with various dietary options. Service took a little time but all food is freshly prepared and as we were not in any hurry this was not an issue at all. I would go there again and 100% recommend. I feel quite passionate about supporting the small independent businesses who are striving to deliver quality food in difficult times. This place hits the mark for me.

Reuben Sandwich was worth writing this review! I dreamt about it and i will be back for more! We took some cake home aswell we're all awesome :) The GF brownie especially! Thankyou

We wandered around town whilst waiting for my car to be fixed at the garage. We spotted some outside seating at the side of Hooga so headed in to order. We ordered coffees and decided to choose two cakes with a view to sharing. There was a little wait to be served as the place was busy but we weren’t in a hurry, the server was apologetic and it gave us time to choose our cakes from the stunning selection on offer! Our order arrived quickly and it was a pleasant place to watch the world go by. The coffee was excellent ( though I’m not a fan of the very chunky pottery mugs- preferring something a bit more dainty) and the cakes were superb. We chose a slice of the chocolate orange brownie and the millionaire’s shortcake. Both were brilliant quality and really, really yummy. We skipped lunch later in the day because the mid morning cake stop was so satisfying. We did look at the lunch menu whilst we were there and that looked really interesting and good value. Unfortunately we are not local enough to make this a regular stop off. However, whenever I get my car serviced or repaired I will make a beeline for Hooga for sure. Highly recommended.

The best place we have found so far since moving to the area for a good cup of coffee and something to eat. Great coffee and food!

Stopped for lunch mid bike ride….friendly cheerful staff, excellent freshly made sandwich washed down with a pot of tea. Actually my second visit in a week as I had popped in for a coffee earlier in the week. A nice place to sit in or out.

I'd been to Hooga before and the food was fine although the service wasn't that great. My son came to visit and we went for lunch at Hooga. He wanted a milkshake, but they weren't able to do milkshakes, so he had a latte. I had a frappe. We ordered an open sandwich and a standard sandwich and two pieces of flapjack to take away. His latte came first. After a short delay the two flapjacks arrived. He had finished his coffee before my frappe put in an appearance. After that we waited ... and waited ... and waited. I asked a member of staff if our food was coming and she assured me they were 'making it.' Another ten minutes, still no food. The staff member chased it up again and said it would be another five minutes. When it eventually arrived the bread (on both sandwiches) was very dry although the fillings were fine. We had to bolt it down as we had only paid for two hours in the car park and were worried about getting a ticket. The lunch cost just over £26.00. The cafe wasn't particularly busy. Sorry Hooga, but I won't make the same mistake twice.

Although there isn't a huge amount of indoor seating, we enjoyed being outdoors on a sunny Saturday afternoon. A pleasant little independent, the coffee is good and there are vegan & vegetarian options. The vegan all day breakfast was delicious!

Stop! Have your breakfast here! Cafe usually opens at 10am, I was one of their first guests, there was a queue! I choose the rather yummy banana porridge, wow, what a delight! Was so nice, seriously debating on whether I should stop off again on my way home back to Sussex!

This is a lovely coffee shop with friendly staff. There is indoor and outdoor seating and they sell my whippy ice cream. There is a nice range of locally made cakes including brownies, tray bakes, tea cakes ans sponges. The cakes are very nice that we had and good portion size. It is ideally located opposite the coop for east parking in the free car park. The coffee is tasty and enjoyable. This is a lovely place with nice atmosphere.

Warm fire and large sofa with a great cup of coffee. Fantastic. Food was very tasty and the waitress was very accommodating. Thank you

We've never posted a review before, but we just had to say what a wonderful lunch we had yesterday. From the moment we stepped in the door, we were warmly greeted by the lovely young chap at the counter. The style & atmosphere, with the lovely burner, was very relaxing, the food was divine (I've never had a tastier, creamier chai latte with oat milk, and the home made chilli jam was so good I had to buy a jar!), the prices were reasonable and all the staff were so friendly- it was like going to a friend's for lunch! Thank you to all the lovely staff. It will now be one of our regular's, highly recommended.

Pleasant staff - friendly and attentive. Good food. Cool place for Wincanton Big St. Great coffee. Will certainly go back. Highly recommended

Visited on our way through on a journey to the coast. We decided we needed to stop off and grab something to eat. Very welcoming,friendly staff and lovely to our little dog. Water and a dog biscuit kindly offered to her. We had the vegan brunch, which was made with fresh and healthy ingredients, loved the sweet potato rosti as part of the breakfast.Nice and clean with sanitising taken seriously. Tasteful decor, Seemed very popular, would recommend.

We had a range of cakes which were all amazing - particularly the black forest gateau and coffee muffin. There was a good selection of drinks and candles. The space is cosy and well-decorated but a bit small and it was difficult to find a table for a large group. The staff were very friendly but the service was a little slow. Overall, we had a very positive experience and would definitely return.

stopped in here after spending time in Discworld. The staff were friendly and the service good. The atmosphere is relaxing and welcoming

Always a friendly welcome. The best coffee in Wincanton. They actually know how to make a propper cappuccino. Too many places make the cappuccino's and latte's exactly the same. Makes such a difference.

I love this cafe, lovely coffee, really nice food and a very warm welcome place with really sweet staff. They do however have to stop playing First Aid Kit incessantly. It’s literally every single time I go in. I am teasing a little...but honestly maybe mix it up :)It won’t stop me going though.

I'm currently sat here having the amazing Moroccan chicpea and squash stew and it is the nicest stew I think I've ever had, and I used to be a chef in a cafe! I travel for work and end up here sometimes - the coffee is so nice and this stew. Well, I'm gonna ask for the recipe!Lovely atmosphere and friendly service!

We had excellent coffee and cake - was busy Saturday morning but sat outside. Staff very friendly and helpful.

We visited in the early afternoon in October which was a quiet mid week day. The food - which took ages to arrive despite not being very busy - was absolutely excellent and really high quality. My tea pot was only half full of tepid water and the tea was really weak, which wasn’t ideal. The waitress may have been having a bad day but it didn’t feel welcoming at all which was a shame as there are so many other places to go in the town. Worth it for the food and hopefully it will be a better day for the service.

Popped in for coffee whilst on a mini tour of Wincanton high street. Very welcoming and friendly staff, lovely decor, coffee was excellent and the display of cakes very tempting. Definitely worth a second visit.

Best coffee I’ve tasted in the UK - it’s all in the care and the preparation. Homemade crumpets amazing too, and lovely staff and overall vibe

Dropped in on a long journey with kids. Lovely place - welcoming and comfortable. Coffee was excellent and a lovely selection of delicious cakes. An absolute delight to find this!

Carrot cake absolutely great. Moist, full of flavour. Coffee also excellent. Highly recommended! Easy to find near the library just off the High Street. A gem.

Came across this gem on a quick stop over on the long drive from London to Cornwall... And we're so glad we did! The perfect little spot to sit and unwind - fantastic service, food and coffee! The type of place where you could sit all day!! 100% hygge

My husband came in here for a coffee while I was attending a meeting and I joined him later.

The staff were really friendly and helpful, even saved my tablet which I forgot. The coffee and tea was spot on and a lovely piece of cake

Good coffee and good food in a pleasant cafe. Well worth visiting and taking a detour off the A303. The staff are pleasant and the service is efficient and relaxed. The decor is well thought through and the crockery is bespoke designed for the cafe.

Been here a few times now. The cafe is really cute and has a nice vibe but can be a little cramped depending on where you sit. The coffee is good too. Main issue is the service is sooooo slow. Food often takes upwards of 30 minutes and I've taken friends here before and waited 45 only for it to turn up cold. Can't help but feel it'd benefit from an extra bod in the kitchen. Overall a great place for a quick coffee pit stop but the food service needs speeding up for me to consider it a good choice for brunch etc.

A great little addition to Wincanton's High Street with a small (but great) menu. The usual range of coffee (with a range of non dairy milks) and a host of delicious cakes. I didn't check the ingredients on these but hope there would be some vegan options although unfortunately no dairy free butter for my delicious cardamon and orange teacake.

Modern, trendy, tastefully decorated and nicely laid out. Staff pleasant & efficient. Nice coffee and although we didn’t eat, the food looked very nice indeed. Hooga Coffee shop stands out in this otherwise pretty drab looking town of Wincanton.

Wonderful and cosy cafe. The staff are all lovely. The vibe is very relaxed and warm. It attracts creative people, many interesting conversations occur here. Ideal place to study as well. Love it.

Passing through and stopped as a result of previous reviews. Friendly atmosphere from staff and locals alike who were delighted to supply us with their recommendations. Delicious freshly made sandwiches and cakes together with an excellent range of coffee. The apricot flapjack was gorgeous. The coffee stop was extended as we went for seconds. Definitely worth coming off the A303 on our way west.

I visit this lovely cafe with friends and also with my family - always met with friendly staff and a lovely cake selection lol.

Very nice relaxing setting. Fresh ingredients and well prepared and came on time without a long waiting period. Atmosphere was relaxed with a busy vibe. Would highly recommend

Popped in for breakfast today and were delighted with the atmosphere, the friendly staff and the quality of the food which was superb. Lovely unusual design and some of the best coffee and probably the best cooked breakfast we have had both in taste and quality. So good in fact we went back later for a light lunch. Even our small dog was welcome and there was a clean bowl of water by the entrance. Highly recommended and shall definitely be making this a regular place.

Very nice ambiance very nice coffee and cakes. Made room for my wheel chair as I have recently broken my ankle.

I needed somewhere with wifi to do some work and found this wonderful cafe! Cakes and coffees to die for and the most delicious breakfast and lunch menu - best poached eggs and pea shoots I've had.

I had to wait about 15 minutes to order my food as the 2 members of staff were stressed and busy with a group of people having a tea/ coffee party . I felt as if I was in the way. It didn't feel like a cosy atmosphere. The food was ok . Far too many red onions in the smashed avocado on toast. I was so looking forward to going. When the owner/manager arrived the service was better but I could sense the atmosphere with one member of staff especially.

My first visit to The Hooga Coffee shop, very pleasant visit, I had a cappuccino with chocolate sprinkle, and slice of iced coffee cake, the cake was delicious, great selection of cakes and hot food, very nice coffee shop

Stopped by to get a coffee to go but were so impressed with the look of the cafe we decided to grab some breakfast as the cafe was empty and we thought it would be quite quick.

Fed up of the chains of cafes, where the food is always the same? Then Hooga is for you, with its Danish theme, friendly staff and quirky atmosphere. A limited menu for lunch, but lots of cakes on offer. We had pea soup, which was delicious. Worth a detour of the A303!

Just a fleeting visit into the town looking for a coffee and WOW - this place is amazing, super atmosphere, welcoming staff and the coffee and cakes area the best. You really do what other coffee shops should do, very relaxing and refreshing.

We stopped here today for breakfast on our way to Devon. Rarely do you find a place which ticks all the boxes. Great coffee, delicious food, reasonably priced, excellent service, charming, clean and dog friendly. Couldn’t ask for more. We will definitely be stopping here on future trips.

Good place for coffee and a light meal, very friendly and inviting. Car park near by and it's free. ☕️

We called by Wincanton on our way back to Cornwall. My wife spotted this attractive cafe as we drove past in the middle of a rainstorm so we drove back around the one way system to give it a try.

We popped in here on our journey to our holiday on the strength of the Trip Advisor reviews. Glad we did. Lovely decor, friendly welcome, including our dog (dogs welcome on upper level) My children really enjoyed their milkshakes and cakes and we loved our coffee and delicious open sandwiches. Really pleasant, warm atmosphere both from the staff and the other customers. Highly recommended and we hope to return if we are in the area again.

I regularly pop in here on the way to Wincanton races with friends or when visiting an old friend in the area. Service is always friendly and enthusiastic - a rarity these days at times - and the coffee is top notch. Well Done!

Called in for a light lunch and a drink, it did not disappoint! Really nice choice of food. It is a small menu, but good one. It is a mid priced cafe but with a fantastic atmosphere.

Fantastic Latte's and lovely staff. Wonderful place for my wife and daughter to sit and chat with other people whilst waiting for me whilst i visited the emporium. They even catered for my lactose intolerant needs.

New coffee shop in Wincanton. Good atmosphere with settees tables and chairs. Very tasty cappuccino Quite busy which added to the atmosphere Will come again

The Hooga cafe is a welcoming and stylish but comfortable environment. Good coffees. Great lunch and superb cakes. Plus very friendly and helpful staff. What else could you want? Well worth a visit.

Attentive staff, great food and coffee, pleasant ambiance. A great place to pop in for a quick bite to eat and a chat with friends.

Excellent little place, had coffee made with soya milk, a rare find in a little independent coffee shop.

excellent service, what more could you want? Wish them very success in this venture. Sort of business Wincanton needed.

I've visited this haven of relaxation a couple of times after training in Wincanton. The flat white and raspberry bakewell are delicious. Great attention to detail and tasteful individuality make this coffee shop a welcome addition to this small Somerset town.

Popped in with a friend as we were passing. The staff were lovely, the atmosphere was so relaxed and happy. Could’ve stayed for ages. Coffee and cake were very good. Next time we’ll test the tea!

Excellent Chai Latte, and Cappucino... in a snug location, artisan setting and lively atmosphere, if you're walking through or visiting you couldn't find a better little place to grab a snack. Great selection of cakes and what not as well.

Lovely coffee and surroundings - great vibe . Real log fire , lots of locals, chilled atmosphere, friendly staff - can’t go wrong!

This is a really lovely coffee shop in Wincanton we needed something like this to attract visitors. Coffee is nice and you are always greeted with a warm smile. Still popular even with the snow we’ve had

I have been here several times and am always impressed by the friendly welcome and 'nothing too much trouble ' attitude. Great coffee,diet busting cakes and a woodburner....perfect! Highly recommend.

The coffee is smooth, the ambience is warm and the staff are welcoming. Just the sort of place to meet up with friends or maybe just sip your drink while checking your laptop. I had a delicious mocha while my wife had a very silky chocolate. There is also a range of relaxing teas. Add a selection of cakes and Hooga is the perfect pit stop

Waiting for a bus after visiting my daughter and happened upon this really delightful cafe. It was a warm, inviting oasis to what was a depressing, cold, wet day which did nothing for the general feel of Wincanton. Very friendly staff who went out of their way to ensure I was made welcome. Ordered a latte and then on looking at the menu was tempted by the mushrooms and feta cheese on sourdough, which was superb. The latte was also of a standard that is not very often found in the multi national chains. Will most definitely be going back and thoroughly recommend this cafe to any visitor to Wincanton. Go ahead, cheer yourself up.

Wincanton's high street is suffering, numerous empty shop fronts with Clementina the latest to close.

I called in as part of a group of 11 cyclists on a very cold December morning just after Christmas. This was not our intended destination as icy roads had forced a change of plan, consequently Hooga were not expecting us. Despite arriving without warning as a group we were received with a friendly welcome.

I’ve visited twice in a week and love it. There’s a log burner which makes it wonderfully cosy on a freezing winter’s day. The interior is gorgeous pared back Scandi style; - everything the name suggests. The Chai Latte is heavenly and the almond croissant was the best I’ve had. It was bursting with almond paste and deliciously crumbly. I’m yet to try the lunch or brunch but I am very much looking forward to doing so.

We popped in for lunch and had some very nice red pepper soup with a roll and coffee. Very tasty and hot, nice surroundings and very pleasant staff. Open on a Sunday as well.

This coffee shop is new to Wincanton and I love the scandinavian style ..... log burner, sofas, rugs and cushions. Friendly staff and relaxed, warm atmosphere. Particularly delicious carrot cake and toasted sandwiches. Candles make it pretty and inviting.

Lovely coffee, stunning interiors and wonderful warm owners. Comfortable and stylish, Hooga ticks all the boxes. The food is great and the atmosphere is very homely and Scandinavian. I popped in for a quick coffee and found it hard to leave after sitting by the wood burner on a cold Autumn day. If the rest of Wincanton high street was as good as this then it would be giving nearby Sherborne and Bruton a run for their money!