Otford Tearoom & Charity Shop in Sevenoaks

What a little find on a gloomy wet Monday afternoon! Lovely bright cheery tearoom, with most delicious cakes and smiley chatty staff. Highly recommend

Stumbled across this beautiful charity shop with tearoom at rear.Unfortunately the tearoom didn’t live up to the expectation of the charity shop.We waited a while to be allocated a table,not a very welcoming woman let us through and asked us to order at the counter which was ok.We had trouble finding a table that wasn’t laden with dirty plates awaiting clearing,in the end I chose a table with the lesser of dirty plates which I moved onto the next table adding to the dirty plates already there,then we asked for the table to be wiped and the woman came out and did give the table a quick cursory wipe.We went to the counter and ordered tea and cake.The cakes did look nice and were carefully covered.The tea arrived via a young waitress and the cake followed.I asked for one piece of cake to be changed as a third of the piece was crumbs and at £4 per slice it wasn’t acceptable.The young waitress did change it.It’s so sad as the setting here is very nice but sadly I can only conclude that the staff here aren’t happy in their work as they appeared miserable with no customer empathy.I wouldn’t rush to return here sadly but the charity shop in the front is delightful…very disappointing…Yours Stuart P….

As usual we had a wonderful visit at The Olive Tree for brunch - the cappuccinos are always hot and delicious and today we tried their poached eggs on fritters dish and it was amazing - apparently one of their best sellers and we can see why! Definitely a gem of the Otford High Street!

It’s always a pleasure to visit the Olive tree in Otford lovely, helpful volunteers. Food is cooked fresh and good sized portions

Fabulous cafe tucked behind the Hospice of Hope Charity Shop. Lovely, friendly staff and service impeccable. Thank you, we will be back

I often come to this lovely little cafe with my mum, we love it here !! Friendly staff, great service and excellent selection of gluten free food !! :)

A real hidden gem...Full of charm..lovely friendly helpful staff. Good selection of dishes..home made delicious treats. Cater for Gluten free options which is amazing. Give this charity run establishment a try..enjoy.

Lovely coffee & cakes! Staff were very friendly & attentive. Would really recommend the chocolate crisp - it’s so good!!

Lovely staff and food whilst in the cafe Found the staff member accepting donations extremely rude, was made to feel very uncomfortable.

Visited The Olive Tree today - very nice tea room area . I asked for a fruit scone with Jam. All I can say it was a great disappointment. The scone was very dry and with only two sultanas in the whole scone. Even with butter and jam the scone was dry. I did mention this to a member of staff when leaving - but staff member seem uninterested. Sorry to report this but this was my first visit since the tea area had changed and such a disappointment . Thank you for reading this review.

Wonderful atmosphere with extremely welcoming & friendly staff. The food was delicious-we had the jacket potato with Coronation chicken seved with salad & Coleslaw. I have never tasted such a delicious coronation chicken and still working out the secret ingredient. I asked and was told it was " made with love" Really recommend it.

Olive Tree Bistro hosted an amazing afternoon tea for my birthday. The food was delicious & service was great. Would totally recommend

Perfect spot for a country lunch. We chose a jacket potato filled with tasty prawns , coleslaw and salad plus malted loaf sandwiches also containing delicious prawns . Tea and a lovely frothy cappuccino plus a warmed fruit scone and jam finished the lunch perfectly. Would thoroughly recommend this place which has a good selection of food served by friendly and efficient staff.

Found this cafe 4 weeks ago when looking for a venue for a wake staff were so friendly & helpful. The wake was held yesterday and brilliant everyone said what a lovely food and venue. Since finding this cafe I now visit it weekly cant fault it

The cafe has been modernised recently, and is now a bright, airy and pleasant venue, with the opportunity to eat at the rear patio area, if desired. Pleasant service and delicious cream teas!

Excellent cafe although possibly a victim of it's success as I think they would have struggled to find me a table if I hadn't been OK to sit outside - it was busy and several indoor tables were showing as reserved. Tea and coffee was however very good, as was my toasted sandwich and there was loads of choice on the menu. Will return the next time I'm in Otford.

Eaten here several times and always happy, whether for tea & cake or a lunch. Needs better signage as many friends have said they didn’t realise there is a cafe there.

My 93 year old mother is confined to a wheelchair. We were very fortunate to find this lovely tearoom which I selected purely on the fact that there was only one shallow step to negotiate unlike all the other tearooms in Otford. Everyone was so friendly, helpful and kind. My mum loved the tea and cake and has not stopped talking about how much she enjoyed herself. Would thoroughly recommend.

Having stood at the barrier for several minutes we were finally asked if we had booked! They obviously don’t encourage casual drop ins. It overall seemed very unfriendly with miserable looking staff and almost canteen style seating……. we didn’t stay . Had a lovely coffee at The Bull up the road instead and a lovely snack.

Found this amazing cafe after working on a garden on Monday. It was quite late and they went out of their way to serve us a toasted sandwich even though the kitchen was coming to the end. So impressed with the food and service that...

We pre-booked and brought down a group of 50 guests to the tea room this afternoon. The staff were very friendly and welcoming whilst being very busy with all our orders! The cake was great, I can personally recommend the blackberry & lemon sponge 🍰👍

This beautiful quirky cafe is situated at the back of The Hospices Of Hope Charity Shop in Otford. It’s a great find, a browse round the charity shop, with lots of bargains, books, new items which are perfect for gifts. The coffee shop does the...

We popped in for a quick look round whilst out walking. Haven't been in here for about 35 years! Its changed alot and the coffee shop at the rear of the shop is much bigger now. It all looked so lovely, bright, clean, airy and...

Lovely cafe at the rear of the hospice charity shop. Bustling and busy. Several items already sold out at 1.30pm. Cakes looked amazing! The shop itself is a great place to browse. Full of good quality donations. Otford is a charming place with antiques, a...

We came here because our first choice had let us down, badly. I'm so glad we did! This place will be first choice, next time. They have a lovely selection of cakes and such friendly staff.

A superb cafe hidden behind the hospice shop, the Olive Tree is spacious, relaxed and offers food and drink for a reasonable price. Nothing is too much to ask of the staff, who catered for a large group of parents + buggies. I’m a way,...

Delicious scones and coffee Great service Newly refurbished cafe, everything spotless Will definitely return

Fresh quality food, beautifully prepared and served in a light, clean, spacious environment. Excellent value. The cream tea had well filled sandwiches with fresh salad, a large soft warm scone and zingy lemon polenta cake with a large pot of tea for £12:50. We also...

Had lovely sandwiches and tea today very good pricing right friendly staff safe environment would highly recommend a very good menus

Went there today for the first time. What a lovely friendly place. We had the ploughmans and it was delicious. A lovely man that works in the shop helped me get my disabled husband get in. He was soo helpful and lovely helped take the...

We went for lunch today as much out of curiosity as we live in Otford and have visited before the make over. Everything is different and we loved it! Looking forward to returning to take part in their social events. Well done to all, the...

Walked into this charity shop to look around , didn't realise they had a tea room , staff were very pleasant could not fault the service , had jacket potatoe with prawns ,came with salad and coleslaw, would def revisit and a nice way to...

What a wonderful event! I booked a cream tea for 25 of us to celebrate my father's birthday. The team couldn't have been more accommodating and communication prior to the event was excellent, making sure everything was just right. The scones and sandwiches were outstanding...

Our WI ladies had a wonderful afternoon tea for 14 of us. The table looked lovely with white tablecloths and fresh flowers. Tasty sandwiches, amazing scones and a choice of cakes. We really couldn't eat anymore. Thank you to all the staff who made our...

Was very busy, but service was friendly and quick. Gluten free available. Car park over the road Some lovely furniture in the charity shop, Julie, the manager warm and hospitable.

Called in with two friends to use some vouchers we'd won at their last quiz night. Prize was a voucher for each team member for a cream tea (scone, cream, jam and tea or coffee). I prefer their savoury cream tea (also available) which comes as a cheese scone with cream cheese and a lovely chutney.Everything is beautifully served and presented in old fashioned mis-matched china.Food quality is excellent and so is the service, good prices too.Will definitely be visiting again.

Lovely food serviced kind & helpful staff. Food is fresh cooked & tasted amazing. Can’t wait to go back.

Popped into this shop for a look around and was pleasantly surprised to see a lovely coffee shop to the rear. Didn't unfortunately have time to stay and eat so bought some of the beautiful homemade cakes to take away and which tasted as good as they looked. Looking forward to returning here soon to enjoy a meal.

We came as a group of 25+ and were very warmly welcomed, served gorgeous food and recommend highly. The chocolate Fudge Cake was a personal highlight...

Our afternoon tea for 6 was absolutely delicious - thumbs up from us all! I booked in advance, as we had a 17 month in tow and we knew we would want to eat promptly to keep him entertained. The table was beautifully laid out with quintessential crockery and our huge array of sandwiches were served straight away. Staff were so attentive and made sure we always had hot drinks to enjoy. Our scrumptious scones and homemade cake to follow were delicious and we left with very full, but satisfied bellies. This cute tearoom is well worth a visit if you’re looking for fantastic homemade food, welcoming staff and reasonable prices. Thank you for making our grandparent’s day!

What a wonderful tea room for ladies who do lunch !!!!!! My girlfriends and i love the experience here at Otford tearooms, maybe we shouldn't let everyone know and keep this a secret for only us. Only joking !We tend to book in advance as we wouldn't want to be dissapointed, Us girls love to chat tons and when we meet up we can put the world to rights enjoying our coffee and tea, the home made cakes and pastries, let me tell you are divine, mmmmh! then a mooch around the charity shop for some treasures and bargains what more can we want? We are not adverse to extending our stay by booking a second sitting, ha ha ! maybe stay for lunch you can take your chances as it is so popular or book that too.

We had a get together for my mother's death anniversary at the cafe and it was really lovely. The food and service were very nice. There were beautiful fresh flowers on our tables from the florist next door and we were well catered for and looked after. Everyone felt comfortable, enjoyed their tasty lunches and delicious desserts.Thanks again!

We stopped at The Hospices of Hope shop for a little retail therapy and something to eat.The shop is a lovely collection of items including clothing, new gifts, interesting bric a brac and furniture. We then headed to the cafe for a snack. The cafe is light and prettily decorated. I had a ham ploughman's which was delicious and came with a choice of baguette or home made savoury scone! My friends had toasted sandwiches which looked delicious too and were served with salad. Tea came in teapots with pots of boiling water to allow for 2nd cups perfect for us keen tea drinkers! We were then tempted by the home made lemon curd ice cream which was amazing.....really creamy & lemony! All in all a lovely afternoon place to stop. Staff were all very pleasant and cheerful. There were 4 of us including one friend in a wheelchair. The old building means it has steps. Not all parts of the shop are accessible and the entrance to the cafe has a step from the inside and another inside but they are manageable and the cafe is definitely worth making the effort. With a disabled badge we were able to park right outside the shop....another bonus.

We had an absolute amazing lunch - a mixed meat board and halloumi salad, was beautiful and the service was great as always. The garden refurb looks great. Well be back !!!

Today we enjoyed a really tasty lunch in the comfortable chairs outside in the little garden area. The food was as always freshly made, delicious and very reasonably priced - a quiche and salad. Friendly servicing staff and all in all an excellent experience. To know that this is also helping to fund a worthwhile charity is an additional bonus. Thank you to all of the hard working volunteers that keep it running . It is enjoyed by those passing through and also by locals and the specials keep changing and are often inventive as well as traditional favourites, such as a wonderful summer pudding I enjoyed a few weeks ago here.

We went here in morning for coffee.

Took my mum here for a coffee after watching my sons sports day. The women working here were very hurried and seemed a bit dismissive. Coffee cup was only half full and when i went to pay at the counter the lady didn’t even look up just told me no pay out the front. No thank you for your custom, no niceties.

Took mum & dad for lunch here, what a lovely shop full of wonderful bargains to buy and a delicious selection of food to eat . Definitely coming back very soon .

Fabulous food (both savoury and sweet) in a quirky setting, and lovely, friendly staff / volunteers. Always our number one place to stop at for a bite to eat, plus there are always bits and pieces to take home from the equally lovely charity shop (which is attached). Would highly recommend visiting, you will not be disappointed, and in a lovely atmosphere... my mum and I are regulars!

Dropped in as I was out for a lunchtime blast around Kent, free parking for bikes in village car park opposite so very convenient.

Me and my mum had a delicious afternoon here today. A full cream tea with sandwiches, scones, tea and a slice of cake! Only £12.50 each! The food was so so fresh, one of the nicest scones I’ve had in a long time. Lots of it too! The staff are wonderful and so friendly. Fantastic 5* service and great food.

Went for a nice light lunch with my family to find service terrible and staff very rude and unwelcoming to top it off found a hair in my food and was refused anything to be done about it will not be returning they could have solved the problem instead they were Exestremly rude !!!!!!!!!!

Though clearly well patronised by locals, tourists like us seeking a light lunch were greeted warmly. The two of us were given a table for four but soon after, because they were so busy, we were asked to share. They asked so nicely and the couple that joined us were so pleasant it made our lunch an even more enjoyable experience. The other couple lived about ten miles away and yet this had been a regular stop-off for them for many years. Service and food was great, the prices reasonable and for what it's worth the charity shop section looked a cut above the standard High Street fare. We'll be back.

I have used this tea room for some time as I go there when I visit my mother who lives in Sevenoaks. It is always well stocked with delicious food and friendly staff. It was mum’s 90th birthday last week and the tea room put on a wonderful spread for 10 of us, lovely fresh sandwiches, scones and a beautiful birthday cake. It’s always a pleasure to visit with an added bonus of the possibility of picking up a bargain in the shop and knowing all proceeds are for a worthwhile charity. A little gem!

After a 10km stroll, we were in the car park wondering where to eat. A lady walker overheard and suggested the Otford Tearoom and Charity shop. It would not have been on my radar but very pleased to have tried it! Lovely staff. Good, simple food and a very pleasant ambiance. Nice to know that in Patronising the place we were also doing some charitable good.

Had a lovely brunch in the cafe. All the staff were a pleasure. Really good value and very tasty. 3 adults all had a toasted sandwich which came with a generous side salad, 2 cups of tea and the coffee and all for less than 20 quid!!! A bargain!!! We have found a little gem of a place and we will definitely be back to have a rummage around the bargains in the charity shop and a nice cup of tea and a sandwich. Thanks to you all. And a mention to all the staff who give their time free of charge. Well done!!!

Excellent tea room, all run by volunteers for the Hospice of Hope. The staff are lovely and very friendly and the food is very good and not too expensive. You can shop and eat all in the one shop. Set in the lovely village of Otford.

This charity shop is in the centre of Otford and stocks an array of items including clothes and even has a changing room. At the back of the shop is a quaint tea room serving hot and cold snacks. The staff were very friendly and efficient. We had a cream tea each which consisted of a hot drink of our choice, a fruit scone, butter, strawberry jam in a mini jar and clotted cream in a plastic container. The scone was fresh and delicious we could just have done with a little more jam. I would recommend this tea room if visiting Otford for a refreshing cuppa and or a snack. Only negative was the visible rat/mouse trap box in the corner of the room very near to some tables. I understand the need in these old buildings but it probably should be hidden from sight of the customer’s.

A beautiful tea rooms - friendly staff and delicious cake and tea! And all for a good cause! Will definitely be back! Also a good charity shop with lots of vintage finds!

A lovely little charity shop, all sorts in here and as you get to the back there is a delightful tearoom serving a wide selection of tea and cake and lots of light snacks. Always worth a look

Very cute little eatery. When I arrived at lunchtime it was already quite busy, mainly with groups of women. I assumed these might be locals who visit frequently but they could have travelled from elsewhere and chosen the tearoom based on its excellent reviews. The food was simple but delicious - I had a cheese and onion panini and a cappuccino. Service was friendly and my food arrived quickly. Nice atmosphere - lovely decor. Prices are very reasonable. I would return if in the area and recommend to others.

My friend and I visited the tearoom in Otford for lunch , we were greeted very warmly by the lovely volunteers, there was a good selection of hot and cold food all well presented. We ordered Panini’s and they were outstanding. Highly recommend this lovely little tearoom. Good value for money. We will definitely visit again.

I booked this a treat for my 18 year old daughter and my Mum.Whilst the ladies were very welcoming and pleasant, I thought the afternoon tea itself was a little over priced for what you got. The sandwiches were lovely but at 15.00 per head you only got one scone each and one slice of cake.I have paid less for other Afternoon Teas and you got 2 scones and a selection of cakes.

Otford Tearoom has it all, lovely cream teas, interesting antiques, new goods and all of the usual charity items all beautifully laid out in this lovely old building. It is a"must visit" in this lovely Kentish village......enjoy.

This is a wonderful hidden gem of a tea rooms in the Kent countryside !!! I come here regularly on my own or with family members !!! The menu is excellent and they have specials each day my favourite is the homemade soup or homemade quiche and salad !!!! I always have a cream tea as a treat and the scones are homemade !!! The staff are all volunteers and they are very helpful and polite !!! The charity shop attached to the tearooms is very good too !!! I highly recommend this tearooms !!!

We chose the Otford Tearoom for a special celebration and everything was perfect! The Celebration Afternoon Tea was absolutely delicious and we highly recommend it. Everything was homemade and beautifully presented (the best afternoon tea we have had in Kent, actually in England!). The service was also 5* and they made sure we had everything we needed and ensured our guests were well looked after. The price was exceptionally good value for what we received and it is great to know it is going to a good cause too! If you have a special occasion approaching or just want to eat nice food out then you should definitely visit this tearoom. We will definitely be back!

Popped in towards the end of the day for coffee. Lovely atmosphere, great tea and coffee and the delicious shortbread is only 55p. Highly recommended.

I can highly recommend Otford Tearoom and Charity Shop. I had a delicious lunch (Spinach and Camembert Quiche and rose lemonade). The ladies are very friendly and they made me feel very welcome. I will definitely be going back with my mum and my my family :-)

Lovely little tearoom, staff friendly, sandwiches freshly made and great soup! Definitely recommend you visit. You won’t be disappointed.

Went to this lovely tea room in otford yesterday had a amazing home made salmon and broccoli quiche with salad for desert we had fruit scone and a lemon drizzle cake with a pot of tea in China cups amazing place and service excellent

This shop is an amazing find. Full of lovely things from clothes to antique furniture. The tea room is first class with amazing staff and volunteers who make you feel very welcome. Worth going x

Just lovely a real home made cake and a lovely cuppa served with a smile the ladies were so pleasant, they also still homemade jams and pickles

What a lovely shop serving tge local community and helping the global community with the profits. Lovely homemade food, great shop.

Just visited for light lunch. Ample parking in nearby car park. Excellent for light lunch/soup, coffee, homemade cakes and scones and afternoon tea. Served by attentive volunteer waitresses. Busy at lunchtime but that's good.

The café, whilst not cheap, serves great food, making it a good place for a light lunch before or after a stroll in the country. The volunteers are very smiley and hard working. The cafe is admittedly a bit small so can be cramped when busy.

Visited with a friend for lunch. Have been 2 or 3 times in the past. Always very nice. Doing a very good trade and had to wait a short time for a table but well worth it. We both had quiche with salad and homemade cake. Lovely food, friendly, helpful staff.Highly recommended

Lovely atmosphere the food is all cooked in the cafe. Lovely cakes and a good selection of food too choose from. Children and dog friendly.

It's fun to stroll round the shop first and then go through and choose a table and wait for their super homemade cakes and snacks. Including tea, coffee etc. If you've been walking and it's summer there are tables outside in a little courtyard. Have been on quite a few occasions and will be back.

I soooo love this place, it has lots to offer and the cake is great! You will find the tea room, charity clothes, a second hand book room as well as new items to buy. Great at Xmas.....

I love this place. The volunteers who staff this Teashop/lunch haven work hard and are always so pleasant. The foid is good and the homemade cakes are just delish. We, ie maybe with my husband or with friends, have been known to visit this Charity based teashop on many an occasion. What every village needs.

Interesting charity shop with lots to look at. Tea room at the back. Pleasant volunteers.Have been here before, but won't go back for food as mackerel and avocado salad was served with yellowing rocket leaves, old lettuce and stacks of onions in a small cereal bowl.Pity as proceeds go to a good cause.

What an interesting combination!A charity shop with a tearoom, this eccentric shop combines the excellent work of a charity shop with the charm of a tearoom, where you can have a variety of teas, coffee, sandwiches and excellent cakes. All served by polite attentive staff.The only slight criticism is that the decoration could be more homely, with attention to the detail of a tearoom, it needs more colour, but on the whole it is an excellent place to spend an afternoon relaxing in "The British Way"If you are in or near Otford and want some refreshment after a busy day walking, cycling or shopping go there and enjoy the ambiance of a true British gem.

Ohhhh what a charming place. The cake was delicious. The service was with a warm smile. The range of goods was exceptional. Every time I wear my "new" scarf it makes me smile to remember that lovely afternoon in Otford!

Home made soup was delicious, scones delicious and all served by very friendly people - a very pleasant and reasonably priced cafe

The tea rooms serve a variety of lunches including a specials menu, they also do the usual you'd expect such as sandwiches jacket potatoes, soups and desserts. They have some specialty ice creams with many unusual flavours. Home made cakes are a real treat as are the shortbreads which are made by one of the many wonderful volunteers. I cannot resist do some shopping for gifts from the wonderful selection on offer. I also enjoy browsing the secondhand book room also full of lots of other goodies. I have picked up several great pieces of glassware. You cannot visit Otford without also visiting the tea rooms the volunteers are wonderful the shopping is superb and you'll be supporting a good cause.

Mary Berry cross country charm ! This hidden cafe is delightful . Close to the pond In Otford . Hidden in the rear of The Hospice of Hope Charity shop . Sells wonderful homemade jams, pickles etc as well as home made cakes and savouries . Homemade ice creams . Well worth a visit .

First time visiting and will definitely be going back, wonderful little place tucked away, great food and very friendly staff.

There are four doors to this property, two are locked, one leads to an upstairs property and only one leads to the charity shop in which this cafe is housed. After finding the right door, one has to negotiate racks of items for sale, clothes, book and all manner of stuff in the said charity shop after which at the back, one will find the cafe, which is split into two rooms. The staff were smartly turned out (and slim!!!) and there were are photographs of patients of the trust which is not what I envisaged seeing in a cafe. There were all manner of fresh small and large cakes to buy and some folk popped in, made a purchase and then left with their cakes. As well as these sweet items, there were a lot of healthy options on the menu displayed at the front by the serving area, although not on each tables. There were flowers on mall of the tables too. The cafe can be described as twee, old-style and upmarket and attracts a smart diner. My meal a baked potato, was quickly prepared, tasty and reasonably priced and for that I am grateful. A nice cafe if a bit tucked away .................... enjoy the hunt to find it!!!

You might easily miss this establishment 'hidden' as it is around the back of the charity shop. We often pop in for a snack - my wife likes the shop - and it's a friendly place for a morning coffee, lunch, afternoon tea sort of place.

a lovely light bite lunch with a cuppa....and profits to charity. The tartlets and salads are good value

Went with my elderly mother. We enjoyed smoked salmon sandwiches , tea and scones all freshly prepared. The staff are all lovely and nothing is too much trouble. The added bonus is that it is in a delightful Kent village.

Lovely friendly atmosphere and service. Tasty sandwiches, coffee and ginger beer. Seems popular with the locals understandably. Charity shop has good selection as well.

lovely little place..'good food and friendly service. We love to come here and have a cheese scone and a cup of tea.. bliss !

We have become regular visitors to this tea room, the food is wonderful and the staff are lovely. A warm welcome always awaits you

Every time I visit Otford I love having my lunch at the Otford Tea Rooms. You feel at home, the staff is brilliant, mostly volunteers and ... they support a great cause

We arrived at 10 in the morning and we could smell the freshly made scones coming out of the oven. The shop is run by a charity called Hospices of Hope and all the profits go towards hospice care in Romania. A way to feel that you are supporting a worthwhile cause as well as enjoying a good coffee and a cake! The lunch menu looked enticing and the service by volunteers was warm and friendly. Prices were very reasonable and the tea shop has an adjacent charity shop and gift area. A great find!