Lakeside Cafe in Cornwall, Isles of Scilly - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

A lovely cafe with a great setting on the edge of the boating lake in coronation Park. Good flatwhite, nice menu. Staff friendly and efficient with carparking and facilities close to hand. Great park for kids with plenty going on. Good access to a range of walks as well.

This cafe is in such a lovely setting by the lake. There are lots of picnic tables outside and the waters bring food out to you. The smoothies and iced latte are lovely and I had a very nice bacon roll. Well worth a visit

Not impressed by a certain member of staff who was very rude, then went behind the coffee machine whispering to the youngsters, not very professional!!!

This is the best place for wheelchair access and there was quite a few people. The staff were very friendly. The service was very good and excellent.

We love very locally, and often pop in for a drink/snack. Lovely, friendly staff. Very helpful, very cheerful. Fresh food, lovely cakes, really nice coffee (and chai latte!) and they stock doggy ice cream, so even your furry friends are catered for!

Absolute rubbish. 15 mins for a coffee which was stupidly small. Then a further 35 mins for cheesy chips and a sandwich. Had to ask where it was as she goes there is a wait. One other person eating and 1 other ticket doing. When said do you think you should inform of a wait just had a blank look on her face it was dead oh amd worse the chips wasn't even cooked. How do you mess up chips

great spot, BUT the non recyclable cups and rubbish is appaling. considering the price of everything, the owners could be ecologically friendly. the sausage rolls are supposed to be home made, they are the same as lidles, but four times the price.

Top quality food and service and at great prices too. Food was of the best quality no skimping. Great for the kids too as there is a large park and boating lake also.

This is our second visit to this lovely cafe and both times I can honestly say I have had the best sandwich ever! The BLT sandwich is incredible! It's almost worth the 500 mile trip for that alone!! The staff are very friendly and service very quick. We will be back in September

My husband and I had a lovely breakfast here. He had a sausage bap and I had avocado with tomatoe and feta which were both delicious. The coffee was good too. The service was friendly and helpful. Would recommend if you want something a bit special. I also had a cinnamon bun.

We had a nice time here. It was quite busy as we went on Friday lunchtime and there were not many tables. It's a beautiful setting. The food and drinks were very nice and good value. The service was good. In spring/summer you can sit outside. If you come by car you have to pay for parking

A nasty wet lunchtime between Christmas and New Year and Helston's grass-roofed park cafe beckoned us. As a GF & onion intolerant family, we can be a pain to cater for, but this team didn't baulk. The picture says it all. Well done!

I used to think this place was a bit expensive and mediocre but recently they have really upped their game. Fab new bistro style menu, very welcoming and great friendly staff make this a must visit. Lovely location too and prices still reasonable.

A fairly busy Saturday afternoon due to the weather. Just wanted a coffee to take around the lake on our walk. If the man serving had told us there would be a wait we'd not have bothered until after our walk. I think there was only one lady on the drinks and that meant more people were then waiting. After nearly 15 mins we were brought out two very small coffees...sure they used to be bigger? It's a shame as it's a perfect location for the play park and lake. Maybe we'll go earlier next time and not at the weekend. Coffee was nice though even if a little on the small side for what we paid.

Visited this as I had been here before .still as nice good food large portions and best of all dog friendly inside

Great coffee and a delicious cinnamon bun. Only giving 4 not 5 stars because there was a bit of a queue - but maybe understandable on a sunny morning. Great spot to visit on a walk around Helston or out to looe bar

Really rubbish. Waited over 45 minutes for an eggs Benedict (which I’d asked to be made veggie with a field mushroom instead of ham which is an option on the menu) and a portion of chips for my daughters. I asked to cancel the order after 40 minutes as my daughters (age 2.5) were losing the plot. There was no apology or explanation, just a snapped ‘it will be here in a minute’. Then the food arrived (chips were overdone in my opinion, and my food looked nice and tasted ok until I found myself chewing on a piece of ham!!! I was really cross about this as I’m a life long veggie and am still totally grossed out. Again, I didn’t really feel heard or like the staff cared. I was offered a refund (on that dish only). The lady who had dealt with us from the start asked if I needed anything else and I asked for two small ice creams for my girls which I was charged for!!! I have attached a photo of the enamel dish my daughter’s chips were served in…. It was badly chipped and rusty underneath the chips they’d just eaten!!!!! I just decided to leave and not bother to complain further but I made up my mind to leave a truthful review so as others can avoid this pretty poor place! I will certainly never return!

First time I’ve visited in years and the improvements are remarkable. Great menu and selection of pastries and sweet treats. Reasonably priced and quick service. The changes inside make it look so much better! Won’t leave it so long next time.

I visited today just in time for their new menu, everything looked fantastic and the lure of the water view and real log fire was amazing. My vegan breakfast surpassed all expectation, and for the quality of the food also amazing value. As a vegetarian I often leave restaurants hungry, today I am happy and full, great experience, I will be back. 10/10!!! Wish I'd thought of taking a photo when the breakfast arrived, it looked too good to wait, hopefully the quality is clear from the part-eaten breakfast on show 😁👌🏻

Visited cafe as we were in Helston dropping something off. We had two teas and two slices of carrot cake. Cake portions were too small for the price (£3.50 each I think?) Anyway, paid £11 for tea and cake for two and served by peeps who weren’t really bothered whether we were there or not. You know the feeling - like being in the school dinner queue at the servery with dinner ladies who didn’t want to be there either.

Shockingly overpriced, the fact there are no prices on the board outside should have been a warning. Ordered a ham roll each for my 2 children, it was a simple roll with 1 rubbery slice of ham for £3.95 not even good quality. The coffee's...

Called in for 2 coffees and cakes. The total came to nearly £13, but I don't think they could have sliced the cake any thinner! There are other cafes in the area which are far better value for money.

The queue was well-spaced, service was swift and each customer awaited their order outside at a table in the fresh air. Situated at the Swan Boats, it's a perfect location with lake, carpark and playground nearby. A super-friendly young lady volunteered to fetch me a...

Totally over priced. Second time here in a month. Two teas and two small choc brownies £10.95. THAT is more than I earn an hour. Very upset about this, I am local and will not come here again.

We ordered burger and chips and they were lovely. Really quality ingredients and good service, sat in a lovely spot by the boating lake.

We called here after our walk. Shame there was not as much vegetarian choice as would have liked, but due to Covid it is understandable. We both had baguettes that were delicious.

Came here today for lunch being a bit wary of all the recent reviews on tripadvisor but thought we would give it a try. We were very pleasantly surprised. Nice friendly welcome from both staff and absolutely amazing food. I had the veggie fryup and...

As a frequent user of the park and have been for many years raising my own family however I cannot say I’m a frequent customer of Lakeside café. I too have had very similar experiences to the below comments, the customer service is very lacking...

Lovely friendly welcome. Wasn't busy when we arrived but soon became busy afterwards. Sat inside as it was a little too chilly outside. Ordered 2 coffees, 1 fry up and a sausage bap. Coffees came quickly and food wasn't far behind. All lovely and fresh...

Myself, a friend and her 4 month old baby decided to visit here whilst on a walk earlier this week. I am a local and have been a few times and usually provides nice food and good service. It was a rainy and windy day...

Visited the establishment with two friends today, don’t think some of the staff knew how to smile , freezing cold and unwelcoming. Purchased some lunch , meat was processed and salad minimal, for what they charge should be from beef joint not packaged and processed....

Popped in today for a quick bite to eat, covid systems in place all perfect, hand sanitizer as you enter and all staff wearing masks! Had the Chicken Tikka wrap and a bowl of cheesy chips and Cinnamon Bun. I had to order another 2...

We were looking forward to having breakfast at The Lakeside Cafe only to be told on arrival that we must wear a mask (although we were eating in and had never had to wear a mask anywhere else when eating in), however, we promptly put...

Day light robbery !! Coffee not even in a proper cup and cakes in brown paper bags, no plates, excuse COVID 😂 No prices on menu outside , now understand why, what’s your excuse for ripping people off? I’m a local lady and will not...

Since reopening I have visited frequently and had a coffee and some cake but yesterday I was left so disappointed. I arrived at 11:45 and my children and husband picked what they wanted off the menu before finding a table to sit down. Then after...

What a great find after a good walk. Excellent service and quality of offerings to choose from. Friendly and Efficient with COVID-19 precautions in place throughout. RECOMMENDED HIGHLY

Such a relaxing place to sit and have a coffee and cake. Lovely views of the lake and wild fowl. Good safe children play area

Popped in for lunch with my family.I ordered a ham roll, bacon roll , 2cheesy chips, 2 coffee’s and 2 small cartons of juice. I nearly fell though the floor when she told me how much! £26. No wonder there were no prices anywhere.I’m on a diet and there was nothing suitable for me so had a ham roll which only has 1 small slice of ham and a bit of lettuce in itAbsolutely disgraceful price, was not worth the money at all.Us locals won’t be “popping” in again

I've been to this cafe many many times it's in a lovely setting but unfortunately it's gone down hill, I went back last week, our first time since the lockdown. I had a slice of carrot cake, it was very moist and tasty, the quality hasn't changed but the size certainly has, it's now only about half the size it was. I returned again today to see if it was any better but it wasn't, if anything it was even smaller but the price hasn't reduced to reflect this. I was very disappointed and unfortunately I won't be buying any more

Went for drinks and snacks after walking at Penrose estate. Friendly staff and quick service. Were spoilt for choice when it came to cakes, went for the carrot cake and was not disappointed! A great little place to sit and relax in a lovely setting by the boating lake. We will be back (hopefully soon :-) )

Been several times with family and friends and always had a very friendly welcome with lots of gluten free and vegetarian options! Really great food for good prices!

Paid the cafe a visit after parkrun, wow, what a menu, catering for everyone. Will certainly be back here again, it will be after parkrun for sure as not in the area otherwise. Friendly staff and quick service with lovely food and drinks.

We stopped in here on a very rainy September day and had some really good coffee and pastries. Lovely spot for a cafe, especially when or if we get some sunshine. Friendly and efficient staff .

Was passing through and ended up stumbling across it thanks to google. It’s in a good location, there is free parking about 100 metres away and it’s right next to a lake which is nice to sit/ walk by. The menu was good, with a nice selection, something for most people. Prices ok, I had a cheese burger, chips, salad and coleslaw on the side (comes together on one plate), and I think my drink was a can for £1. One thing, my pet hate that almost everywhere does, salad with no dressing! Saying that however everything was fresh and of perfectly good quality. The place clearly is very popular, over lunch I’d say (when I was there) the tables were full and then refilled in that time. I think this place is nice to tie in with a stroll around the lake and feeding the ducks.

Not many places like this anymore. Free parking opposite and a lovely location to have a coffee and watch the world go by. Obviously popular with locals. A little walk around lake or take a path either side of river and walk down to Loe bar.

Our 1st breakfast here i had no idea what to expect. My husband ordered the full English and i had a bacon roll. His breakfast came and looked not too dissimilar to a high end restaurant!! Very tasty too. My bacon roll was good too. I also got some duck food for 50p and fed the ducks as the cafe is on the lake. We went again and both had the full english. Again, very good. It also comes out very quick so no long waiting times even though busy. Coffee is good too. We bought some cakes to take-away. They were good too. Highly recommend.

What a fantastic spot this is and have a bite. I had the crab sandwich for £10.95 and it was fantastic and they weren't tight on the crab.My partner had an open sandwich of garlic mushrooms halloumi and hummus on sourdough bread - £6:50The staff were friendly and helpful.I might even return on Sunday for a fry up as i have been told the are amazing.

We were very pleasantly surprised to discover this cafe when we popped in for lunch yesterday. They have a menu to cover everybody's taste beautifully presented and really well cooked. The local caught crab sandwich I had was as fresh as could be and my sons "fry up" kept him satisfied until tea time. The fact that the cafe stands on the edge of a boating lake and has a play ground and skate park behind it makes it ideal for families. Nice to be able to sit out with a cuppa while the older children enjoy themselves.

The lake is probably the most scenic part of Helston, and this cafe is right on its edge. It's fairly basic but my sausage roll was very tasty. Service was fairly good.

Often call in for a coffee and sometimes a bit more after walking the dogs. It is in an ideal setting next to the lake with the many swans, ducks and sea birds. Very relaxing as you can sit outside and watch the world go by.

Always call here for a coffee and enjoy the pleasant view, but unfortunately today I was very disappointed to see they had hiked their prices up for coffee by 25p a cup from £2.50 to £2.75 , what a hike in a little space of time, Shame!!!!!!!!!!!! I understand its new management, let's fleece the tourists who cares about the locals!!!!!!

We stop most weeks for a coffee etc after taking dog out for a walk. Within a short space of a week, they have hiked the price of Cappuccino, Latte's etc up by 25pence to £2.75!!! This is pure greed. There cakes need to be covered with domes as these were very dry and at £3 a slice..very expensive!! Also, I suggest they price the cakes individually, as you don't know how much it is until you have actually bought it, unless you ask. I think the owners have hiked the prices for the holiday makers, but they really need to think about the locals, who keep there business going through the winter months

One of the best vegan breakfasts I've had, with homemade baked beans, avocado, houmous and more. cappuccino with oat milk and vegan cakes too. Friendly helpful staff, really great.

We have visited the Lakeside Café many times in the past few years and always enjoyed a reasonably priced good meal, but alas, on our visit last Thursday, I have to say, we were not that impressed. Admitted it was very very busy and we had a long wait for our food, which the charming waitress apologised for. It was nicely presented, but again very disappointing. The panninni was over cooked and the contents undercooked - my cheese and tomato had not even melted, My husband had the Brie, cranberry and bacon which he ate, but felt the same as me. We didn't complain as we were in a hurry to get back, but I have since rung the manager who apologised profusely and said he would look into it. Maybe we will give it another try in a few weeks time and see if its running smoothly, I hope so, because it is in a lovely spot by the Lake in Helston.

Typical little cafe. Located adjacent to the lake. Plenty of seating. Order and pay at the counter. Friendly staff bring your drink to your table. Latte £2.50. Basic menu, slightly expensive. Very clean. Great meeting place for mums.

This cafe is under new management, but they have kept the existing staff who are always very friendly. Food more imaginative and varied than before - great place to stop off before or after walking the dog - or just to sit and watch the ducks and swans.

Nice area, Place is clean enough and staff very freindly. Food is quite basic, nothing to complain about, however not that memrable.

A lovely place to eat and watch the ducks and swans. Just a shame the heavy rain obscured the view. The service was very friendly and efficient. We had a lovely English breakfast which was value for money. Look forward to going back on a sunny day.

This is a lovely spot to relax with a coffee and snack after a long walk with the dog - breakfast and lunch both good too. They close at 5pm so not evenings.

Another of our favourite cafe's. They have a very varied menu with seating inside or outside. Looking out over the lovely lake at Coronation Park, full of swans, geese, ducks and water fowl etc. Not a 3* café, but the staff are helpful and the food is very enjoyable. Sandwiches to cooked meals, and very nice cakes to choose from. Very pleasant, and you can even buy food to feed the birds. A pretty park where you can walk around the lake, or relax in the Lakeside Café. You can also hire a paddle boat to take on the lake, all very relaxing.

We had been recommended this cafe so paid it a visit. Having parked at the free car park next to Flora Motors (Fair Ground Car Park), we walked along the lake and stopped to take some photos of a couple of swans that were grooming. They were obviously used to the volume of people as they didn't seem bothered at all by our presence.

The boating lake is one of my favourite places. My partner and I regularly walk round and occasionally stop at the cafe as it’s perfect for us being dog friendly. It’s such a shame that the food doesn’t live up to the idyllic location the cafe is situated. Food is bog standard cafe grub, I’ve eaten here on many occasions and i can’t remember a time when I actually fully enjoyed my meal.

Strongly recommend the fish finger sandwiches. A really pleasant place to have a quick snack with efficient staff and lots to watch on the lake.

We stopped off for a walk around the park on such a beautiful day and decided to have a drink I ordered 2x cans of Diet Coke (now I’m not tight) but £3.20 was a little steep my wife needed the toilet so she went around the rear of the cafe but it looked like you needed a key to gain access so proceeded into the cafe to ask to which the lady behind the counter shouted out that” YOU DONT NEED A KEY ITS PROBABLY IN USE” as you can imagine my wife was very embarrassed....

This is an ideal place to visit for a snack after a walk, or just to drop in for a coffee as is more a café than a restaurant. The food is good quality and fresh.

Great choice of teas and reasonable value overlooking the lake. Fun to watch the water birds being fed by the children with bird food from the café.

Stopped for lunch today with hubby after dog walk.

Popular and busy cafe positioned right on the very edge of Helston's boating lake in the old market.

Very good freshly made food including great cream tea. Order at counter and delivered to table. Accommodating of special requests. Only gripe is that there can be cold draughts in winter from the various doors. Recommended!

This is really excellent value. Food is always excellent, a lovely cup of tea and for the kids great ice-cream.

We took our 2 year old granddaughter into the cafe after a lovely walk around the boating lake and a play in the park. We were served by a lovely young lady who needed to ask another member of staff if we could have a small milkshake for our granddaughter. A discussion then went on between a couple of other ladies who said they only did one size at £3.15!! We then said could we have a half size as she would never drink a large one and were told yes but we would still have to pay the £3.15!! This we were told was because of the ice cream in it. We then told the ladies that we didn’t want any ice cream in it, to which she responded by saying it wouldn’t taste very nice! This is what our grandchildren usually have and enjoy! So after much unnecessary discussion they agreed to do it. In a cafe which would attract many families with children it would be more helpful if they accommodated them when they obviously have the resources to do so. A sign of a good cafe or restaurant is that theyshould be able to supply the customer with what they need if they have the ingredients which they obviously did!!

This is a café review ! Clean and well kept. No frying food smells. Good café menu with well-priced items. Lovely staff. Clean public toilets just 10 metres around the corner. Overlooking the lake with ducks to feed. The café will sell you the duck food!

On a short break to Cornwall we found that this cafe was only a few minutes drive from several spots we visited. Our usual routine was to take the dog for a good walk nearby, have lunch at the Lakeside cafe then visit another location in the afternoon. The food was always tasty and hot and the added bonus was that we were able to sit inside with our dog. The staff were always efficient and friendly even when rushed off their feet, one day there were a couple of young children making a mess and causing havoc but the staff were very patient with them. Looking forward to visiting again next year.

What a lovely find... right next to the boating lake... food excellent and service really friendly and efficient... thoroughly recommend

We visited the cafe twice for lunch and once for tea. Food and service (order at counter and delivery to table) were good each time.

Visited on a very busy sunny bank holiday. Took our grandson to the park and called in for a snack and drink. Very friendly staff, good selection of cakes, reasonably priced. The cafe was clean despite it being very busy and the staff attentive to peoples requirements. All in all a nice little place to stop for a drink and snack.

Located adjacent to a small man-made lake, just South West of Helston town centre, the Lakeside café has potential and...

Came today with my family, we all enjoyed some lovely tea, latte, bacon baps and cake. Felt very welcome and the staff were really friendly. Great little spot by the park and lake. Not sure if the boat hire is anything to do with the cafe but the guys there were really helpful and friendly. Definitely recommend for a nice afternoon out. Thanks!

Cafetería agradable con té, café y pasteles genial para sentarse fuera y disfrutar de las vistas de alimentar a los patos y cisnes

Qué hermosa cafetería poco. La buena, el servicio es genial, el personal es muy amable. merece una visita si su paso

Una cafetería encantadora con vistas al estanque con una gran selección de platos. La comida es deliciosa y a un precio razonable. Tentadora selección de pasteles y helados y buen café. El servicio es amable y rápido. Un montón de mesas en el exterior para los días más soleados. Sin duda volveremos.

Parado tras el paseo desde el aparcamiento enfrente de penrose para chips de queso y pastel de queso, siempre espero a ser fundida cuando he pedido ellos como queso cã es la mejor parte! Pero fue literalmente queso rallado sobre patatas fritas. El flapjack era super seca pero el caramel shortcake fue realmente agradable. . 2 x pasteles, una botella de agua y un chips grandes sensiblero vino a 8 libras o algo así. Comida - no vienen con altas expectativas!

Not interested in going to a place where the owner throws boiling water at the ducks to shoo them away.

Great place for a snack before or after walking the dog along Penrose or just around the lake. Cafe type food, baked potatoes, chips, home-made cakes etc and good coffee.

All food is freshly prepared. Great full English. Prices are very reasonable and the cafe is very dog friendly.

Always had good food and reasonably priced. Lovey to sit and watch the ducks,geese and water birds from inside or outside. The only negative thing for me is there is no parking near for disabled or those who can't walk too far. It's a fair walk from the car park for these people.

Really enjoyed my breakfast today, set me up for a good walk with the dog, coffee was also tasty and warm! much better than the wishy washy stuff from up in the chain store in town..

Called in and grabbed coffees and tea to sit and go with our pasties. Lovely location, friendly staff, nice drinks

The Lakeside cafe serves breakfasts, lunches and cakes.We visited for a post-ParkRun tea and later, after a walk, for lunch: both were very good.It was however difficult to find a warm table as there always seemed to be one of the many doors being opened or closed and the icy wind blowing in.  I'm sure it would be very pleasant in the spring or summer!A very good tearoom/cafe at any​ time.

This little cafe is an ideal place to meet friends. Right next to the boating lake. Easy access via a ramp for push chairs and wheel chairs it has a range of food and drinks from panini fried brakfast to chilli or fish and chips. Friendly and polite staff.

Visited the boating lake as my two year old wanted to feed the ducks. We decided to stop at the Lakeside cafe for some lunch after failing with an earlier attempt to find another cafe further down the lizard. Both me and my fiancé had a chicken Caesar salad which was nice and my daughter enjoyed a fish finger butty. We were also able to buy food for the ducks so all in all a nice place and glad we visited.

Usually visit here with work. Prices aren't too bad and the view is lovely. Only downside is with a load of ducks and swans. There is a lot of poo around the cafe. Not very hygienic or nice to be around. But the cafe is nice and staff are friendly :) well wort a visit and a short walk.

Lovely cafe, next to the duck pond, best cup of tea I've had in a cafe for long time Reasonably priced with Friendly staff and quick service

Having visited Lakeside Cafe on a regular basis I have usually found them to be child friendly and accommodating. Today however I asked for a child's scrambled egg on toast. Although this isn't on the menu I was assured that the request was fine and paid my £2.85. Then I was approached and told if I wanted scrambled egg I would have to pay an extra £1 as they only do an adult portion. The meal was for my one year old granddaughter who could not eat the 3 egg portion. As this was all she could have I felt pressured into paying for the adult meal.She is 1 year old!!!The outcome is she ate roughly one egg and left 2. What a waste of food! We use the lake a lot and have visited the cafe many times. I feel so cross about the lack of common sense used. To be told "I can't scramble 1 egg but I can do 3"How ridiculous. Sorry..... You have just lost a customer. We won't be back with or without the children.

Was a lovely little cafe very clean and hygenic, staff were friendly and helpful. Ice cream was nice proper Cornish ice cream.

Lovely setting by the lake, our granddaughters love the play park next door. Food is generally good. They do a full English breakfast but only a small vegetarian breakfast, why? Vegetarians eat just as much as others. My other niggle is that they serve bake yourself baguettes which can be a bit hit and miss, sometimes only just being shown the oven and not baked properly. Nevertheless food is reasonably priced and tasty.

Popped in for coffee but had breakfast as seemed good value. was pleased with the full English and service was very good. Not expensive and quick service in a nice clean environment. What more could you want?

Good value coffee, latte and americano under £5 for 2. View out over boating lake. Nice selection of cakes on display and food being served looks good.

Had ordered breakfast, just as it was coming , much to my horror 3 dogs and their owners came in!! 1 dog was barking lots making my 10 month old baby jump, 1 dog was at a table with its owners!! And the waitress then stroked it!! Totally unacceptable for people whom do not own dogs to have to share a small cafe with animals!! If I had known this i would not have spent any money here, Also over £2 spent on a very stale cake , will never again come here, Toilets are disgusting.

Stopped here for a cream tea on way to Seal Sanctuary, lovely cream tea with freshly baked scones, partner had full English which he thoroughly enjoyed. Set right by the lake so lovely setting and plenty of parking at reasonable rate. Very enjoyable stop and would recommend