Lucy's Tea Room in Kettering

This is the best cafe in Desborough. Lovely homemade produce that’s looks delicious you will be spoilt for choice. Superb coffee and the staff are smiley and welcoming. The sausage rolls are perfection!

Great to see a local business doing really well in a small Northamptonshire town. I would encourage everyone to turn off the main road, drive past the Costa coffee and look for this gem on the High street. Friendly, fun service, great coffee and a menu that Lucy is constantly evolving and changing, especial the sandwiches. We need more places like this and less chains coming into smaller towns and villages.

called in after shopping,had a toasted tea cake and a tea and coffee nice large fresh tea cakes, tea and coffee nice, not that large but quaint, all cakes made by lucy they looked very nice, gets our thumbs up, defo go again.

We went with some friends disappointing the coffee machine wasn’t working or the microwave so we had tea and ordinary coffee which wasn’t very nice the sausage rolls were not that good they fell apart and the sausage meat tasted odd not as nice as it looks on an iPad that said the staff were pleasant just not our thing

We had the afternoon tea and the cheese afternoon tea. Both were generous and delicious. There was Stilton ,Brie ,hot Camembert, cheddar and cheese scones. Afternoon tea had one round of sandwiches with plenty of choices, scones with clotted cream and jam and 3 types of cakes with strawberries. Tea was refillable. The tea room was quirky and quaint. The service great. Would recommend

Very cosy place. Friendly staff. A bit small for larger groups of people. Very unique place with real authentic touch.

I have never been disappointed at Lucy’s tea room. Great breakfast’s, afternoon tea. Homemade soup and roll. Highly recommended

Completely different to the chains, a good variety of main meals and a selection of snacks and a very decent cup of coffee at a reasonable price.

What a lovely new menu for breakfast. We had eggs benedict. Both were customised, one without breakfast and one toast, not muffins. The eggs were cooked to perfection and served beautifully. The coffee with our breakfast was of the usual high standard we expect at Lucy’s.

We only called in for coffee and cakes so cannot comment on the meals. Lovely selection of cakes, different each time we went. I am not sure if I like to odd plates and cups but the coffee was good. Two rooms each with different tables and chairs and lots of craft goodies to look at and buy. It is handy for the bus stops and library if at that end of town.

On our way through Desborough, quickly looked on Google Maps to find a coffee shop for lunch and came across this little gem. Lovely jolly lady behind the counter serving a great selection of homemade food and cakes means that we will certainly become regulars. Can highly recommend the Malteser caramel shortbread for all chocoholics. Half the price of all the Coffee Shop chains and twice a lovely.

Whatever taste you have you will always find something here. Lucy is a great lady. Always smiling. Well worth a visit for coffee and cake

Pleasant staff and yummy cakes 😋 I had the hot chocolate and a maltesar cake, nice atmosphere would go again.

I had a Christmas themed afternoon tea with my mum and mother-in-law. The food was delicious, home-made scones and mince pies...mmm. there was spiced apple hot drinks along with gingerbread lattes and salted caramel latte's etc. service was great, very friendly and the café has to be seen to be believed,.... so much to look at and buy!

Situated in an old ironstone building overlooking the town square, the tea room serves delicious cakes and snacks.

Yummy scrummy cakes and best coffee in town! Friendly place, you can also buy beautiful handcrafted items from local suppliers xx

Lovely little tea room that makes lovely drinks but better they make fantastic cooked breakfast too. Pleasant staff great way to start your day.

Lovely little tearoom which serves an excellent Cheese Afternoon Tea. Went with friends who had booked for me as I'm such a cheese lover. The service was friendly and attentive. The selection and amount of cheese was great. Served with chutneys and my favourite cranberry sauce. The bread basket had delicious fresh breads one of which was an olive bread I don't usually eat but it was so tasty would definitely have again, also crackers and grapes. Tea or coffee accompanied (a glass of red would have been a bonus). Will be going again totally recommend to any cheese lover.

About 10 of us pre-booked Lucy's back room for a catch up on a Tuesday morning. The staff were very helpful, service with a smile! The room has a selection of soft chairs with low tables or traditional dining tables and chairs. The variety of drinks and cakes that we ordered arrived promptly even though they were busy with other customers too. There are also quirkly gifts for sale. We have already decided to use Lucy's tearoom on a regular basis.

I go to Lucy's on a regular basis to meet friends for coffee. We normally sample the home made cakes which are always delicious. I have had breakfast and lunch here as well, it's all good. Variation of cakes change regularly we never know what choice there's going to be until we arrive.

My friend and I went here for coffee and cake after a visit to the underwear outlet just down the road! We mainly went in because we needed the loo so thought we would have coffee before travelling back home. Great service, cake and incredibly good value.

Lovely little place quaint and friendly staff lots of thins to buy and good menu, ideal for a quick snack

This is a lovely little tearoom that also provides lovely home cooked meals , snacks and cakes at a very reasonable price. Went along with my daughters today and nothing was too much trouble for the staff. Excellent!!

Can't speak highly enough of this place. So cute and welcoming. Staff and other customers friendly. Great food and cosy. Gifts to buy. Love this place. Will definitely go back. Great Groupon deal.

Today I walked past and decided to go as I haven't been for ages. They have a board all with healthy meals which is music to my ears! A very delicious chicken salad for lunch. It was massive and very tasty I always find it difficult to find places that actually serve healthy options! The cakes looked amazing too!

We have been to Lucy's several times, usually for coffee and cake with her Groupon offer which is very good and we always enjoy our time there. The cakes are homemade and are very good. We have seen the breakfasts other people order and they look extremely tasty.

Popped in for a cooked breakfast with my wife. Small English breakfast was £4.50. I had large at £5.50. They also do an XL at £8.50 which must be enormous! Prices imclude Tea or Coffee and toast. Everything freshly cooked and the place was very busy confirming how popular the place is. The place is decorated with pictures, objects and other house hold nic nacs , all of which are for sale. Definately worth a visit. Next i will be trying the lunch snack of their famous Desborough Doorstep Sandwiches.

Lovely sunny day so we walked into the town and had a late lunch at Lucy's. What a wonderful little cafe with home made delights. Our food was cooked freshly and served by caring staff. Good food, good value and attentive service. A great place to visit which is child friendly.

Not sure if we'll known, but Lucy also makes fantastic cakes to order. I recently order 2 Birthday Cakes for my husbands 50th Birthday Celebrations which were incredible. Both Chocolate Cakes were demolished as everyone loved them and at such a fantastic price!

Great value for money, tasty simple food. You can see how much hard work Lucy puts into the cafe, it's reflected in everything in there. The cakes are delicious, and all home made (I think!) we will return when we can :)

My partner recently visited Lucy's tearoom for lunch. Alan did have a soup which he said was delicious and the coffee was also nice.

Lovely place and relaxing tea room and good value for money . I recommend trying it out if you are in the area

Have visited Lucy's tea room on several occasions for a quick coffee of breakfast & have always been amazed at the value for money & quality of food.

Lucy's is a great place to visit, for breakfast, lunch or afternoon tea. You can even pop in for a coffee and cake. All home made by Lucy. She is very chatty as are her staff, it's a lovely atmosphere and great food. If you have a healthy appetite go and try Lucy's food you will not be disappointed.

Friendly and relaxing cafe with more than just breakfasts. Homemade fare of the highest quality and a friendly welcome.

Usually a great little cafe but was disappointing this time. First two choices off the menu they didn't have then the Tuna Mayo sandwich I ended up having was 80% mayo, 10% butter and 10% tuna. I'm not a fussy eater but I couldn't eat it.

a lovely friendly place to meet friends and have a tea or coffee a meal is available on a menu but lucys cakes are fantastic . takes me back to the tea rooms my mum used to take me when i was a lad worth a visit

My friend and I visited this afternoon.It was cold and wet outside but the minute you step into Lucy's.it's like stepping into a lovely warm kitchen.there are lot's of lovely hand-made gifts to buy ranging from candles,cards,handbags,knitted toys and Christmas decorations to quirky jewellery and other bits and pieces.lovely fairy lights are strung everywherw.The chairs,tables,crockery etc are all mismatched and it is Heaven in there.

This cafe is a credit to the owner really great atmosphere and lovely attentive service overall a great meeting place,it seems to be the heart of the community

Desborough does not have much choice for lunch, so we were pleased to see a quaint tea shop in town. On entering, we were pleased with the olde worlds feel, and the welcome received was very friendly. The food was of a high quality and very reasonably priced. The menu board had a very wide range of dishes, all home cooked. Would definitely return.

Today came to Lucy's Tearoom with my grandson and sons gfriend, i'd never been before .Natalie really wanted to try it, as it looked shabby chic type place.

We had coffee here, quite small and it was very busy when we went. Using vintage type China but I prefer you standard white modern cups. Staff very friendly and helpful. Would go again when quieter.

Busy cafe on a Friday morning met up with a mate for breakfast served quickly all cooked fresh to order good value and with a smile

We have called in a few times since our daughter moved to Desborough. Excellent value for money, fresh tasty breakfast.

I booked afternoon tea at Lucy's tea room on 25th May for my 2 friends and their kids as they were unable to attend my hen do.

Lovely atmosphere. Have been several times with friends and family. Quite small. Food was good and nicely presented.

Myself and a friend wanted a quick lunch the other day and a Google search revealed Lucy's tearoom so thought we would give it a go!

We tried out Lucy's tearoom for breakfast - our meals were freshly prepared and cooked while we enjoyed our drinks and had a little wander around the cafe and its "crafty" shop. We both really loved the decor, the ambience and the service (which was excellent - as were our breakfasts!). Highly recommended,

Best creme egg Brownies ever!! Had tea for two and a creme egg brownie and a Malteser cake - highly recommend!!

Best breakfast in Northamptonshire, friendly staff , great food , clean and good atmosphere, well recommended to anyone.

My sister and I and our birth Mum and friend went here on Friday for lunch. What an amazing place. A real hidden gem . My sister and the mum and friend had tea in real china cups and saucers and a china tea pot. The food was all home made, the ham was off the bone. And the cakes are also home made. We had a Victoria sponge which was divine and our friend had a treacle tart. But the shop also sells home made goods like knitted flowers and knitted animals and framed sayings. And corner tables. Its just a gem. We will be back. Lucy herself is a very friendly person. Great place for kids.

I visit Lucy's often and rnjoy its homely atmosphere. In Desborough Lucy's has become a meeting place for many locals and attracts many out of town visitors too. The cakes are too die for and far too tempting for those who want to watch the inches. The breakfast is just the job when starting out on a busy day or for a lazy brunch.

This little café has everything.A warm and inviting atmosphere,good company and delicious home made food and cakes.You don't know what you are missing!

Myself and my family are forever visiting Lucy's! We also take my grandad who has got dementia and Lucy is very welcoming to us! Lucy always gets involved with the events going on in the community and decorates the tea shop accordingly! (My grandads favourite was the 1940's week) I would highly recommend Lucy's tea room! The food and service is fab and she does Desborough proud!!

We took our Australian visitors here for breakfast recently... A cosy table for four was offered in the room adjacent to the main part of the establishment. Both rooms are full of quirky little ornaments and craftwork, much of which is for sale. Food service was quick, pleasant and good value for money. All in all, well worth a visit and for our visitors the experience would be impossible to repeat back home.

To a random visit to Desborough I came across dainty tea rooms , inside was very vintage style. staff very friendly, menu very informative with host of homemade dishes to choose from , also breakfast menu, whole host of homemade cakes on display, The staff were helpful and friendly also selection of gifts cards etc to buy, which owner sells for people living in the village, I found that great community initiative, I had Coffee and I treated myself to full English breakfast which was highly enjoyable and very well priced, I would recommend this tea shop i would say its little gem for Desborough.

Lucy's tea rooms is fantastic. I try to go at least once a month for a top treat and everything I've ever had has been fantastic. From the cooked breakfasts, to the doorstop sandwiches; the cakes and tea/coffees are all amazing. Very reasonable prices, delicious food and generous portions will keep me coming back again and again.

We usually visit Lucy's at least one a week. It is a small cafe with local crafts for sale as gifts.

I Visited Lucy's tea room in a fluster with my friend . We had requested early check in at a hotel nearby as were attending a wedding and needed to get ourselves ready. When we got to the hotel the rude owner told us in no uncertain terms this would not be possible. We decided to get a coffee while we thought about what to do next and told the people at the tea rooms what had happened. They kindly volunteered their loo as an impro changing room and let us use the mirror in their gift shop which incidentally was charming. Lots of lovely bits and bobs.

pretty little tea shop, with gifts for sale. wonderful home made cakes , quite small inside , so if disabled may be best to reserve a table , parking in the street ,so limted parking space , we were lucky enough to get dropped off ,

Loved my lunch at lucys very accomodating to my needs loved all the local crafts being sold in there really makes it an interesting place to go in not ment to be modern cafe it is a small but qaint tea room .

Very very ordinary. food not of that good a quality not that much choice. All in all I found the place rather boring and uncomfortable.

Thought it was called lucys tea rooms. Or lucys coffee house .but actually its lucys cafe within a second hand shop. Tried to phoned numerous times to book as stated on groupon. so had to book within the place.

Very nice place for a chat. Lovely vintage style. Good home cooked and freshly prepared food hot and cold. The cakes were great. Very pleasant service.

had elderly mother with me 87 who has recently lost her husband. Tried to place a suitable order but Lucy was too busy to listen and give advice . didnt even know if the cakes had fresh cream or synthetic and declined checking. Just said get something out of the cupboard with back to me.My mothers first and last time there , she is used to quality and customer care not indifference. Appaling service.

The chairs were rickety and wobbly and the window sill ha black sooty residue.

2nd visit and still fabulous. Groupon deal for 4 for chocolate afternoon tea. Booked as soon as I bought the deal so got the day and time I wanted. Choice of hot or cold drink. Highly recommend Posh Pop cream soda it was lush. Choice of sandwiches. We had ham, tuna, egg mayo and Brie with cranberry. Came served with lovely salad leaves and veg chips and OMG the amazing cakes. We ate the lot!!!!

Went to Luc's today booked for 1 pm but circumstances changed called and rebooked the time with no problem, the couldn't find so called again for directions, even arriving a bit late after changing the time Lucy was very welcoming, you are given a choice of sandwiches which was good rather than ready made and possible something you dislike, then came the cakes, all made by Lucy and delicious wonderful afternoon.

We arrived at Desborough at lunch time after travelling from Southampton. We went in the nearest pub to get some lunch, but they were not doing food on a Saturday, but they recommended Lucy's Tea Room and we were not disappointed. We had a very nice toasted sandwich and pot of tea. It was very quaint and quirky, lots to look at around the room with many hand made crafts for sale. All the china cups and teapots were odd, probably from someone's Grandma's cupboard. It seemed a very popular place with many locals dining there.

Visit Lucy's regularly either with friends or family and have never had a bad experience. Both the service and food are always fab! Cakes go down well especially with my daughter!

I am really disappointed in the lack of service. I have made in excess of 40 phone calls, over the last two weeks, to book an afternoon tea with my groupon voucher. The phone is constantly engaged from opening to closing time. I am now left with no option but to drive to the establishment to make a booking - this us a ridiculous situation but one I must resort to if I have any chance of using the voucher. I do not recommend anyone to continue to purchase these vouchers. They have clearly taken on too much!

He owner here is lovely just like her cakes! We took or elderly neighbours for a treat and liked it so much were taking them again as soon as we can get in. Plenty of choice and good value.

Called to make a reservation with my groupon but they don't have anything available until after it expires. I asked if they would still take it and they said no. So, basically, they are selling more product than they can realistically provide. Compete ripoff.

Been here twice now and its been lovely both times. First time was with my partner, and second was with my mum. The coffee and cake for 2 was perfect and amazing value for money. The cakes were the best I'd ever had. It had a lovely atmosphere and the staff were kind and welcoming. I had a baguette and that was lovely, however the butter wasn't spread so it was in clumps. Although it was easy to wipe off so I didn't mind. Was disappointed they didn't serve chips but other than that it was lovely.

A pleasant afternoon tea. Great selection of sandwiches and cakes with an even wider choice of drinks. Service excellent . What was nice was the fact that we we never felt rushed .

I bought a Groupon and called to make reservations. They don't have anything available on a weekend for two months - after the Groupon expires. So, unless you're lucky enough not to work during normal business hours, they're a waste of money. Very disappointing.

I bought a Groupon voucher for a Soup and sandwich deal. The soup was carrot and cheddar. Unusual but very good. The service was excellent and very friendly. A nice, homely tea room. We will definitely be back.

Wonderful, honest food in cosy retro surroundings. Place is an absolute delight. Lucy cooks up the best all day breakfast around. Her home baking is next to none. Got to try it to see!

Lovely little tea shop providing high quality service and food. Good friendly atmosphere. Loves children.

Beautiful little place for a nice breakfast. The food was tasty and the quiet ambience made for a decent time with friends.

I have eaten here several times and havent been dissapointed.the coffee cakes and toasties were lovely,the service was abit slow but it was very busy

Lovely atmosphere and I enjoyed the different style and approach to the tea room. Plenty of odds and ends decorating the interior. The prices were very reasonable too,we had a large breakfast for 5 pound and a small for 4 pound including tea.

Lovely choice of fresh home baked cakes and food at good prices in cosy tea rooms with a friendly

Enjoyed a lovely afternoon tea here today (group on deal) but will visit again as terrific value for £8.50pp. Lovely sandwiches, beautiful cakes and children well catered for. Staff were very friendly and welcoming. Good array of different gifts at reasonable prices too. Will definitely visit again.

Went for an afternoon tea which was lovely. Staff very friendly, service great and food fab. Would definitely visit again

second visit by far better than the first.much friendlier second time around.Sandwiches amply filled and delicious.cake selection was also good and a fresh pot of tea finished it off nicely.

Met some friends and enjoyed a lovely afternoon 'festive' tea (groupon deal). Fairly local to me but had never been before....but I will definitely be back. Met with a warm and friendly welcome. A good choice of sandwiches, which had plenty of filling, and were delicious, together with a lovely salad (not your normal curled up lettuce leaf and bit of cucumber on the side!!) and tasty crisps. Then the homemade scones and cakes were to die for. Yummy! There were some lovely craft gifts for sale which are nice to browse whilst you are there too. Nice to support a local individual business, and as I said, we'll be back!

This is a little gem of a tea rooms where children are well catered for as well as adults. Delicious food whether it be a full meal or tea and cakes. Walking in is like dropping in on a friend and there is no rush to get you out, but with magazines to browse through this is a lovely relaxing place.

We recently had Afternoon Tea here! its was really nice would defiantly come again... the tea room is super cute!! lots of vintage bits and bobs to purchase too :)

Had a memorable lunch at Lucy's today. It was actually the excellent value festive tea deal (Groupon) but we ate it during the early afternoon in place of a lunch. The sandwiches came with a light, well-dressed side salad and a pot of assorted crisps. There were then 4 large scones with jam and cream. We couldn't manage the cakes that were also served but these were kindly boxed up for us to take home. All this with a really large pot of tea. The cafe is so interesting with its nooks and crannies and there is plenty to look at, - we particularly liked the jigsaw collages on the wall. Very child friendly too with games and toys in various corners. There are crafts and suchlike on display because it doubles as a shop. Really friendly staff and it is clear that many people come in regularly and receive a warm welcome. We will have to do a lot of walking now to burn off the calories but would certainly love to return. Lucy's is a real asset to Desborough.

Perfect way to spend a few hours... Lucy's tea room is friendly, clean and stylishly shabby chic with food to die for. Our afternoon tea was served on cute plates and non matching cups and saucers :-) Beautiful sandwiches and cakes, scones and biscuits to savour. Lots of choice and all home made. Crafts and cards to browse and buy too. Toys for the children, games and books for the adults. We shall defo by coming back. Thank you all!

Went in today and fell in love, the beautiful atmosphere Lucy has created is ridiculously sweet and charming, and the food is to die for... A taste sensation.... Will be returning ASAP!!

Best home cooked food around....always come here when i'm local and the owner Lucy is a diamond.....keep up the good work.

I love this place. Please never change it Lucy!! The sandwiches are gorgeous and the cakes are to die for. I have no idea how Lucy makes the cakes so delicious but she'd give Mary Berry a run for her money! The tea room is fabulously shabby chic and the service is perfect. I spent Saturday lunch sat in a sunny window seat with a slice of lemon drizzle. Divine!

Having been up since 0530hrs and not having had time for anything other than 'jobs' I had to do before my hospital appointment and nightshift...I was "starving!" I dropped mum off for her midday appointment and she suggested either the chippy or the 'very nice' tea room next to it while I waited for her. Well, I plumped for the tea room...and so glad I did! I was immediately welcomed as I stepped in....was given time to peruse the menu, after which I was greeted with smiles and a very warm manner. Having not had bread all week, I plumped for the Cranberry, brie and bacon Panini.......and to my delight, it was delicious and the best I'd ever tasted...not only was the filling VERY generous, it was accompanied with a delightful side salad and potato salad served in a cute tea cup...a lovely touch. Clearly, this food is served with care and love and a want to please the eater! I'm not big on coffee but decided on a latte and it also was lovely...again a generous mugful of flavour! I was genuinely chuffed for choosing this tea room and very satisfied in the stomach department! The vibe here is genuine and friendly and a great little find! I'd come to Desborough just to come to this tea room in the future. Thank you ladies, you're doing a great job!

After years of being on the road and dining at several miserable establishments I became a person who would NEVER eat out... until Lucy's tea room started up! The menu is varied and healthy with much of the bread being made by Lucy herself. My favourite is the granary bread. Lucy also makes all the cakes herself too with such obvious care and devotion. My favourite is the carrot cake but I have been known to indulge in the malteser cake too. The variety is exceptional. I have eaten there several times in the last four years and normally I trust no one outside my own kitchen to serve me my food. It is so good that I even had my 60th birthday party there last year. We had 20 people in attendance and the catering was superb. You can have breakfast, lunch, dinner, tea, sandwiches, cakes and scones. You can buy a greetings card and you can browse the contributions from local crafters including lampshades, scarves and costume jewellery. There is even a play area for children. Last but by no means least is Lucy's lovely smile and genuinely polite service.

Wonderful ambience of an age gone bye.....lovely cakes,tea,coffee and you can even buy a birthday card and a gift whilst your there, what more could you want ? ....all served by happy, helpful staff.

I was stunned when I read the 'disappointing review' as I was in Lucy's on that very day and Lucy was her own cheerful self. And to hear that the panini were 'meanly' filled is just not comprehensible - Lucy doesn't understand anything less than 'full'! As for a long wait, Lucy is very honest if she's busy and lets you know, so it all seems a bit 'off'.

Just popped into Lucy's Tea Room. It is the most beautiful, quant little place I've ever been to. There are endless crafts and gift ideas dotted around but then then I went to the counter. The cakes looked amazing and I was spoilt for choice, all home made, I was in heaven! Lucy and Mel who work there were really friendly and a right giggle. Can't wait till I'm passing again!

Visited the tea rooms this morning all 4 of us thoroughly enjoyed our cooked breakfast Service great and food really good Well worth a visit