Selley's Coffee Shop & Restaurant in East Devon - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

Great place for tea and a scone. Really lovely service and fantastic cakes. Best tea shop in Sidmouth by far.

This is a lovely little place, decorated so nicely in a cute little courtyard. Really romantic. The salads we had were absolutely delicious. In terms of service, there is one young man who seems to be doing everything. He's so attentive and polite - exceptional. Not sure what his colleagues are doing as they seem to be running around like headless chickens not understanding the basic principles of service. If it had been just for this young man, it would have been 10 stars.

A real treasure to find is definitely worth a visit. The service was excellent as was the food

Charming cafe with really great food. We enjoyed the homemade soup and Greek salad . Lovely lady owner very helpful and kind to my elderly mother who has some dietary requirements. Certainly made our day ! will return Thankyou

My husband and I went to this cafe because of the reviews. Lovely courtyard in quiet setting. Unfortunately the lady we spoke to and served us was abrupt, unhelpful and unwelcoming; she could do with some customer service training. Service was very slow with many customers frustrated. The food was ok and the price reasonable. I would not recommend and would not return, the experience left a sour taste.

Fabulous paninis with massive green salad.Very friendly and quick.

A very great little place for some fresh and tasty food and drinks away from the bustle of Sidmouth high street. I opted for the fresh crab sandwich and it was delicious. The cappuccino was also excellent. The small courtyard cafe has a few tables inside but the vibe is outside surrounded by pottery galleries and studios. Such a quiet place with no passing traffic and very few people looking at you. A large sun sail above the courtyard would allow outside eating/drinking in a light rain. They are licensed and sell various ciders. Came away feeling well fed and refreshed in mind and body.

Always a pleasure. Excellent home cooked food with love and flair. Charming atmosphere.

Absolutely brilliant crab sandwiches. Perfect house wine. Will be our chosen food stop when we go to Sidmouth. Always go there if you are in Sidmouth.

Stumbled across this cafe by chance today after a walk around Sidmouth, and I love anything in a little courtyard, so had to go in. Everything was aesthetically so well thought out, and the owner running it was lovely.. we had a little chat about reading as I had come in to have lunch while reading my book. I had a coffee and cheese and parsley scone which he mentioned had been made fresh an hour or so before. Both were excellent and I found it really good value for money. The other little shops and gallery around the courtyard looked interesting too, I will go back to those next time (some weren't open). A little bit hidden away if you need a bit of calm following time by the sea, and a more authentic experience than the standard chains of course.

Lovely little cafe that makes a killer bacon sandwich and great coffee. Richard the owner is a real diamond.

This little restaurant is a hidden gem. We called in for lunch and were treated like royalty and were served with a delicious savoury tart and large salad followed by a triple chocolate cake to die for! Apple juices with the first course and really beautifully blended fresh coffee to round off. Hope it doesn't get too popular, as we will be going back.

Easily missed this place - I've walked past it so many times, but what an absolute gem of a place. Coronation chicken with fresh coriander, sliced almonds and the most incredible sauce and toasted bread. Fresh, filling and super tasty. Soup and cheese scone were incredible too- best cheese scone ever! One of the few places you can go these days and get a really decent lunch for two for £20.

Lovely coffee, fantastic atmosphere, very friendly owners. Food freshly cooked each day, delicious cakes, scones and yummy homemade soup. I would highly recommend

We had friendly, prompt service and decent crab sandwiches - not padded out with salad to disguise small amounts of filling like some places do. Fair prices, characterful little place.

Very cute little courtyard! Amazing service, great food. What more could you ask for 🥰

Lovely spot for lunch we enjoyed sitting outside in the sheltered Court yard. Great food. I enjoyed the Greek salad

A little gem of sidmouth, hidden away discretely down an alley way leading into a courtyard. A very fine café with freshly cooked food at a reasonable price and very friendly staff, well worth a visit. Will be going back again!

We have visited this venue on several occasions and have never been disappointed. Its tucked away down a side street - but only a couple of minutes from main street. On our most recent vist we had a delicious onion & bried baked tart with salad - also a very generous portion and excellent coffee

Excellent food and great venue/atmosphere. We had a savoury tart that was to die for. Lovely small courtyard setting very close to the sea front

We happened on this haven whilst walking in the town. Seemed an ideal spot just for a drink n were glad we did. Menu looks ideal - we'll be back!!

Lovely food and helpful staff. Sit in or out in the court yard. All the food is made on site. Our place of choice when Sidmouth.

Tucked away is this charming little cafe where we enjoyed lunch earlier today. I had the most delicious savoury tart (a.k.a quiche?) and mixed leafvsalad that I have ever tasted followed by a tasty slice of apple,rum and raisin cake with clotted cream, all washed down with a couple of their very agreeable house white wine. The staff were very civil and helpful and the atmosphere v.relaxing. The menu is relatively limited but this little eatery is well worth seeking out.

Lovely tiny cafe with a real continental feel. Well worth a visit when in Sidmouth.

What a little gem! Tucked down a side alley off the high street. Cute and cosy, covered outdoor seating and great food too.

Cafe in a little secret courtyard with some brilliant little shops. Delicious cakes and drinks. Very good prices.

A really lovely space to sit and chill out over a great lunch. Even mother couldn't find fault with her panini! The brie and bacon tart in the next table looked amazing. Highly recommended.

Popped in with family for lunch on a very wet day. Our waiter was very friendly and most helpful. The food was lovely and fresh and served very promptly. Good menu available.

Selley's is a sweet little café located in Libra Court - an area just off the main streets of Sidmouth comprising 6 small businesses in a quaint and peaceful courtyard. I really loved its rustic charm. The gentleman who served me was very friendly and helpful. He was very happy to adapt the menu to suit my special dietary needs. It was easy for me to decide what I wanted. I had the crab salad. It didn't take long to arrive and when it did it really was a work of art! The most lovingly prepared and presented food I've ever had! The crab was fresh today and you could really tell! It was absolutely delicious and it came with a choice of 3 dressings that I could add myself - balsamic vinegar, lemon juice and olive oil. I was painting a piece over at Something Lovely Pottery across the courtyard and it was wonderful to just head across to get some lunch before going back to my painting. You can also order food at the café and they can deliver it to you at your table in the pottery studio. You can enjoy the lovely food sitting at tables outside in the courtyard too. It truly is a hidden gem in the heart of Sidmouth and I really wish I'd found it sooner. The perfect space to get away from it all in tranquil surroundings. One not to be missed!

You'll be made most welcome by Richard and his team. Drink excellent coffee and sample delicious food that's is baked on site.

Lovely little hidden away cafe, set in a courtyard garden with some lovely little pop up shops around the edge. Had a yummy cheese scone and glass of wine ....perfect

Smashing cream tea nice staff good atmosphere although a little late in the day

Great place and friendly hosts. It's a great place for a quiet cup of coffee.

Lovely little cafe off the beaten track

Visited for hot drink on very wet afternoon, had lovely cream tea, very nice, excellent service, good prices, definately recommend

Great spot for relaxing, surrounded by art and craft.Cakes were delicious and served with cream. As a celiac I often dread the brownie option but not here,served warm it was divine.

Quint essential cafe tucked away in the heart of Sidmouth...great find‼️🌞‼️

Quiet and relaxing cafe in a small piece of heaven just off the main drag. Lovely atmosphere and food that you can tell has been lovingly crafted. No need to say more. It’s just great.

Very upsetting & unpleasant experience today. The lady serving came to find me on the street after I left & was adamant I had left without paying. I told her I paid when I ordered & let her know how much I paid. She was still adamant I hadn't paid. We returned to the cafe where she looked through her records & she found my payment! Not only had she accused me of not paying but it transpired she'd over charged me! She didn't volunteer giving me the overcharge back. It was begrudgingly given. There was no incling of an apology from her despite it all being her error. I feel really upset about it. It all would have been OK if she'd been pleasant & apologised as mistakes happen. Such a shame. Richard the owner has always been lovely. My husband & I have been there 3 times over the past month, but it was a very unpleasant experience today.

Very upsetting & unpleasant experience today. The lady serving came to find me on the street after I left & was adamant I had left without paying. I told her I paid when I ordered & let her know how much I paid. She was still adamant I hadn't paid. We returned to the cafe where she looked through her records & she found my payment! Not only had she accused me of not paying but it transpired she'd over charged me! She didn't volunteer giving me the overcharge back. It was begrudgingly given. There was no incling of an apology from her despite it all being her error. I feel really upset about it. It all would have been OK if she'd been pleasant & apologised as mistakes happen. Such a shame. Richard the owner has always been lovely. My husband & I have been there 3 times over the past month, but it was a very unpleasant experience today.

Discovered this delightful cafe on a short break in Sidmouth. Best brie and bacon panini ever , wife had chicken soup which looked delicious. Nice lady served us and managed to find us a table as quite small inside and busy. Will return next time as also good value .

Really interesting menu , outside seating . Perfect strong flat white . We had scones with huge amount of cream and jam . Excellent service from lovely owners . Small inside but good atmosphere and great value.

Really quirky cafe and surprising find in Sidmouth . Homemade cakes were amazing . Friendly service with a relaxed atmosphere . Delightful courtyard with art shops .

We thought we would try this place as our regular cafe was closed. It is in a nice location and has the potential to be good. I’m afraid that’s where it ends. The service was slow, the mature waitress looked as if she didn’t want...

Chilly, but there are blankets for customer use. It's a sweet little place with very nice cakes, and a good choice of food considering how small it is.

Loved this place. Owners just fab. Food was scrummy. Location was so cute and so different to the other coffee shops I've seen in Sidmouth. Absolutely check this place out x

Delightful courtyard leading in to a small indoor area where there are 4 tables very close together and with very lovely quirky decor. We only ordered homemade soup and dessert which were delicious. We found the woman that served our food did not make us...

Lovely courtyard setting and Home cooked food ....

Unpleasant owner. Tables not cleaned between customers. Not wheelchair friendly, loose gravel. Food okayish. Will not use again given the above issues.

We found this little gem of a cafe by chance, and were so pleased that we did. We chose from the specials board and the food, made by the owners was delicious, and reasonably priced. Well worth seeking out, we will return next time we...

Wonderful fresh tomato soup and enormous crab sandwich were beautifully served and eagerly devoured. Very tasty and exactly what we were looking for in this quaint seaside resort. Tucked away but well worth seeking out. Generous portions and very reasonable price. Top marks!

A really nice find. Great service, very friendly and efficient. The decor was a bit twee for my tastes but I have to admit it works with the space! I had a really good crab sandwich. My wife had a vegetable tagine which looked and smelt very good and according to my wife tasted delicious. Dog friendly, I can recommend Shelley’s for a nice lunch or afternoon tea.

Nice little back street courtside cafe,good choice home cooked food,at reasonable price.Nice soup.

First impressions were a nice tiny courtyard, but when we went to order we found the owner(?) starchy, we felt like we were putting her out by just being there, she was grumpy and unsmiling. It carried on downhill from there, with our coffees having...

Great iittle place. Food good We had the crab sandwich which was excellent No skimping. Also my wife had the Moroccan dish wich was also very good

Nice little cafe that is accessible through an alleyway. We ordered one tea and one cappuccino and two slices of Victoria sponge at a cost of £11.35 which is reasonable in todays climate. Tea and cappuccino arrived first and sponge around 5 mins later, would have been nice if all arrived at same time. Cake was moist and tasteful and was accompanied with a small tub of fresh cream. All in all I would say 4/5

Had the crab salad …..very little crab tasteless full of mayo ! which was a shame the cream tea looks nice but as I always have the fresh crab from here Sidmouth and surrounding areas this was very disappointing ….

Had lunch at this hidden gem of a cafe yesterday and had the best panini ever! Mozarella, sun-dried tomato, pesto and fresh basil - it was really delicious! The staff were friendly and helpful and my husband was very impressed with the Savoury tart. i...

Stumbled across this place when looking for somewhere to get cream tea. For 2 of us it came to around £10, which we felt was really good value given the amount of jam & cream we got alongside our warm scones. We enjoyed sitting in...

My wife and myself are holidaying again in Sidmouth - this time staying at the Mount Pleasant Hotel (Review to follow) - and during a wander through some of the back lanes/streets this afternoon we came across Selley’s Cafe. It is located in a nice...

Loved the courtyard location, tucked away from Sidmouth high street. Coffee and food both good

Tucked away down a side street but with a lovely and cute looking little terrace. Very tasty food.

Hidden jem. Lovely quaint tearoom just off the street in a courtyard. Nice quiet and relaxed atmosphere. Great scones and sandwiches. Nothing pretentious just a really cute tea room.

What a lovely cafe to relax in. Richard (the owner) is a very proud of the cakes he bakes and with good reason. In a peaceful courtyard, hidden away in Sidmouth this place is stumbled upon, or you know it's there. Relaxing, and complimenting perfectly the creative businesses that it is joined by around the courtyard, this is not a cfae to huury into and out of. Take your time, enjoy the music, people-watch, treat yourself to cake, breakfast or lunch with tea, coffee or wine and while away a couple of hours. You'll be very pleased you did ... and before you go, Richard will happily find a container for you to take 1, 2 (or more!?) slices with you.

Lovely little gem of a café. Food and coffee excellent as was the service. Highly recommended.

Fabulous little place. Excellent food and coffee. Staff were helpful and courteous despite the place being very busy. Highly recommended.

Visit every time we visit Sidmouth. Lovely peaceful setting. Simple menu but food outstanding and never disappointed

My !st review was in Sept 21, went back again in March 22. Food still good, even though it was quiet, we had quite a wait for two salads. Unfortunately the attitude/atmosphere has not improved. We will not be back again, I would rather eat...

No WiFi they are afraid you may stay all day with a coffee! Worse still I ordered a toasted tea caje but was given a hit Criss bun when I complained I was ignored 3 times Clearly they don't care

Tranquil escapism at its tasty finest. Simple, unpretentious and superb quality at a great price.....

Very pleasurable, in a peaceful oasis

Lovely little coffee shop down an alley in a courtyard. Quiet day when we were there so not sure what service is like if busy. Attractive decoration with an Indian theme and soft jazz playing. The menu looks fresh every day and our food was...

Totally fabulous secret gem in Sidmouth. Food top class. Very humble but highly accomplished chef/owner-manager. Highly recommended!

Great little cafe tucked away in a little side alley. Lovely panini and flat white. Seek it out you won't be disappointed.

Best cream tea we have ever had! Will be returning

Lovely little place for lunch. The soup was delicious.

Lovely courtyard spot hidden away just off Sidmouth sea front and shopping area, looking onto some art places. We enjoyed this place twice for drinks (and an excellent cheese scone) including once at 4pm with the festive lights on.

The first time we called here was for a late afternoon lunch. Lemon and Ginger tea for the lady and cappuccino for me. Bacon, Brie and cranberry panini and an open smoked maple Turkey sandwich were ordered. Nice and quick, with drinks and food, delicious....

This is the place to go for a great coffee and a bacon sandwich, right in the middle of town and very friendly staff

Trying to find a place having a free table for 5 hungry visitors was proving difficult on a busy day until we spotted a sign for Selleys. Tucked away in a small courtyard, we grabbed a table and ordered. Out lunchtime sandwiches were good, from...

Really nice little cafe tucked away not far from beach front (look for their signage), popped in a few times for soups and cream tea, a must visit for a light lunch or afternoon tea

We waited for a table as we really wanted a crab salad/sandwich. Little realising there were two entrances to this hidden gem, there was no queueing system so it was pot luck if you were at the wrong entrance. however the food was so good,...

Great find and recommend you visit this place for a nice lunch. Hidden away off the high street in a lovely courtyard. Nice food although the crab sandwich could of been much better had there been more crab in it, you guys were a bit stingy hence 4 stars not 5....alot of bread and very little filling. That said the fruit scone with cream and jam was one of the best I've ever had set in a decent location.

Found this gem of a restaurant while exploring Sidmouth. Cant recomend it more highly. The service was great and the food outstanding.

An oasis of shade and peace hidden just off the main shopping area & beach. Coffee and cake was good, too!

Great visit this afternoon - wonderful atmosphere and great food

Oooh oooh oooh dare I tell you about this place? Lovely people. Gorgeous little pastel, cutesy Court yard and interior, great staff, intimate little venue. Fabulous scones - warmed - very good prices ..... little piece of heaven thank you !

My favourite place for lunch or tea in Sidmouth. Never disappoints. Food made to order from fresh local ingredients. The crab or Greek salads are excellent. Tables in a secluded courtyard a few paces away from the hustle of the seafront. I will visit again.

We came here for a cuppa and a sweet treat 2 years ago and vowed we'd be back. We did finally get there this week and it was great - I'd kind of forgotten how brilliant the cakes were and my brownie with cream was...

We found this coffee shop for breakfast. It was a gem. The big bacon sandwich was delicious and great value for money. Enjoyed the toast too! Great to get a really hot latte. Would recommend highly to anyone visiting the area.

A welcome return for us after three years. Tucked away in Libra Court, the courtyard tables are a lovely setting and the food was well up to the usual high standard. The ciabattas with side salad were delicious, and the service excellent.

A great little place, tucked away from the main road like a precious jewel in a heap of coal. This busy but peaceful courtyard boasts a gallery, a salon and a couple of shops, but the real gem is the cafe. The food is wonderful, there's a wide range of drinks, the prices are more than reasonable and the staff are fatstic. The best thing though is the atmosphere. If you find yourself nearby, then you should go and pay them a visit. You won't regret it.

Best scone we've ever had. Fantastic crab sandwich and salad too. Highly recommended if you are in the Sidmouth area, thank you

What a fantastic place to drop the proverbial anchor and chill. Selly's is part of a group of select shops in a secluded courtyard and is a 24 carat gem. The 'homemade' food is specially prepared to order and is of the highest quality. I've been here several times and the quality never differs. It is top quality, as are the staff and, especially, the chef who has a real talent. In case of rain, there is a fully extendable canopy to protect patrons. As an aside there ate a variety of small birds, including a cheeky robin who will prance around 'doing his stuff' in the hope of eliciting a crumb or two for his trouble. This place is brilliant but, beware, the courtyard is small so you may not be lucky and find an unoccupied table at the first time of asking. But keep going back until you do; you will not be disappointed!

Lovely scones, well worth a visit.

We have had coffee at nearly all the coffee places in Sidmouth but Selley's seem to taste nicer. The cups are all biodegradable which is great as it's zero landfill. Their chocolate brownies are amazing. Served in cardboard containers with clotted cream that's supplied with the brownies make sitting on the sea front no matter the weather more rewarding. Nice to support a local independent business.

This is a lovely hidden little gem. Scones were absolutely delicious, homemade and warm with fresh cream and jam. The gentlemen who runs this was very friendly and attentive. I would recommend popping in!

With is outside seating this place should be allowed by the authorities to encourage customers to use the sensibly placed tables and enjoy the beautiful courtyard. Instead we had a takeaway. The choice of drinks and food were amazing . The freshly prepared coffee tasted...

Amazing little place the scones were so nice we had them twice on the same day.

Lovely light and warm, freshly baked scones, so good we had a second helping. Lovely service in an out of the way tea room. Will definitely go back again.