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Nº 214 in 551 in West Dorset

Nº 51 of 126 Other cuisines in West Dorset

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We went to the cafe to celebrate a friends 86th birthday. The ambience was fantastic. Leila our waitress was attentive and delivered First Class service The food was awesome. We had the fish stew × 2, fish pie and hake steak. Will definitely visit again

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Kogie . 2024-04-07

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Truly the most delicious fish pie ever. Friendly and efficient service always. Stunning art on display. Sadly the upstairs was closed. The hand made furniture was just beautiful. What a treat on a cold & wind Saturday in West Bay. We will be back.

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Mo S . 2023-11-18

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We had three different cakes all of them were so most and fresh. Pushing the boundaries of structural stability. Very special indeed worth visiting the area just for this I will not forget this place.

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gino s . 2023-08-24

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Sladers Yard is just outside the main West Bay area but it is worth finding. We had an excellent value meal with very good service.

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Geoff L . 2023-05-25

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Fantastic breakfast at this little out of the way space. Huge portions and really good quality and the coffee is amazing. Dog friendly to boot.

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Ema F . 2022-08-18

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We sat in the sheltered courtyard and enjoyed the most delicious spicy parsnip soup and bread, followed by gelato. We ordered the large bowl and it did not disappoint. Whilst paying another customer was praising the crab sandwiches. A gem.

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892julias . 2022-02-25

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We discovered Sladers Yard Cafe some years ago and have always been impressed by the consistent excellent quality of the food and service. Our last visit (December 1st) was no exception. The fish pie was wonderful - the best I’ve had. Their fish stew - my usual choice - is fantastic. It’ll be the pan fried scallops next time! If you’re planning on a visit to the West Bay area treat yourself - you won’t be disappointed.

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SEJ7274 . 2021-12-02

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Excellent lunch of beef and vegetables followed by jam sponge pudding after Bridport Literary music gathering. Good folk duo music too

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Christopher. N.... H . 2021-11-08

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Worth finding when you're in West Bay. Great coffee and home made cakes !! The also serve lunches but which sounded good too

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UndercoverGuest . 2021-09-15

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We found this place by a lucky accident. It’s got a lot of character and a great atmosphere. We enjoyed having a look around the art gallery and then settled for a yummy lunch. The goats cheese salad was the best I’ve ever had outside of France and my husband really liked his butternut squash and leek soup. The service was excellent as well. If we are ever in the area, we will surely be back.

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Ardra1906 . 2021-08-08

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Nice place for lunch, we had a really tasty crab sandwich and a couple of cream tea. Decent price and friendly efficient staff.

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00spencer7 . 2021-07-18

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My friend and I visited here on Friday which we have done many times and always enjoyed a coffee and a slice from one of their excellent cakes. How ever..yesterday there was a problem in the baking which they admitted to. There was not a lot of selection apart from muffins and scones which we did not want. The only cake left on offer was a chocolate polenta . We both decided to have a slice each. Unfortunately this wasnt cooked properly either and the polenta was still hard and it had some very strange taste to it. We called the waitress over and explained the problem to her and she took them back to the kitchen. We both heard a shriek of exclamation but no one came out to apologise . No refund was offered and quite frankly their customer service stinks. It a shame because the cakes are usually wonderful. However..the happy ending was we found a delightful bistro called Cherries on the harbour area and the contrast in service and attitude was a delight. Sladers take note. Arrogance is not attractive when in business. They just took our money without even looking back.

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Coastal629306 . 2021-07-17

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A great place to have a drink and cake or a meal in a fascinating old building which also houses an art gallery.

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Susan G . 2020-10-14

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Lunch there today and felt compelled to write a review. Soup and fish stew - really exceptional. Ambiance is a rustic cafe attached to the gallery and did not expect such a first rate menu The gallery was interesting also. If this is rated No;7 in West Bay the 6 in front of it must all be Michelin Star rated!

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neilwU73SA . 2020-09-30

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We were very lucky to get a table so I would advise pre-booking I had a very good crab salad and my wife had an excellent fish soup. It's nicely out of the way of the tourist bussle of West Bay, a little oasis of calm. I would definitely use it again, much better than most of the drab little cafés down there.

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richardrH1319BT . 2020-09-11

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Not an extensive menu, but adequate. Having chosen our food, we waited 30 minutes for our breakfast to arrive. We were shocked even at the look of the food before we started eating - my scrambled eggs had been scrambled until they were small lumps, all the food was cold except for the pancetta, there was no butter on the toast, my husband's poached eggs were rock hard. Seemed an odd combination to serve with salad, but that would have been forgiven and the long wait if the quality of the food had made up for it. Such a pity has we have enjoyed great food there in the past, but after this experience we will never be returning. £30 is too much to pay for such a dreadful meal.

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Tinnins . 2020-01-08

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Generous portions of good tasty fare, plenty of gluten free & vegetarian choice, lovely largely wholefood sticky cakes. Service takes a bit of time but the food is worth the wait. Relax and enjoy!

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HarryY344 . 2019-10-12

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My friend ordered a scone and a coffee, the service was so slow we had to ask if they had forgotten us, all we had ordered was 1 scone and a soup of the day (fish). My soup had 3 lumps of fish in a clear and seasonless soup, totally flavourless and my friend left her scone - what a waste of money. We shall not be going back.

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MrsPAY . 2019-09-03

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We liked the look of this lovely place so went in to look at the Art in the Gallery. As it was such a calm and beautiful building , and it was around lunchtime, we decided to eat there. We ordered two sandwiches and two soft drinks and sat at an outside table around one pm. After about 15 minutes two sets of cutlery were brought out to us. Another 15 minutes elapsed and our two drinks arrived. Our sandwiches eventually arrived about an hour after we ordered them. They were delicious , and came with a bit of salad with no dressing. We later discovered there was dressing available but no one offered it to us. Optimistically we then ordered cake and coffee Andy moved inside as it was chilly outside. We waited........and waited......and then I went to ask and she’s had completely forgotten about our order. We waited some more and eventually got it, and by that time it was three o’clock. TWO hours later we were done. £38.50 for two sandwiches, two pieces of cake, two soft drinks and two coffees was a tad steep I thought, but it was very delicious. I think more staff is needed , as everyone was getting fidgety and complaining about the slowness. No apologies were made , perhaps it was just a bad day, but I wouldn’t go agai, no matter how delicious.

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Jackie C . 2019-08-27

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I always like to make time for a stop off at Cafe Sladers. Whether its coffee and home made cakes (so difficult to choose which one), or lunch, its always a pleasure. Why no try a home made cheese scone with butter and scrummy chutney. Lovely big tables inside or why not enjoy the sunshine at one of the sheltered outside tables.

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Bridwest . 2019-08-11

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We visited West Bay on our way home from Corfe Castle. After a walk around we decided to eat at this place that we passed on our way from the big car park.We both had a falafel pitta bread and salad. My wife doesn't like hummus and they replaced it with a beetroot jam/chutney. Couldn't fault it. Definitely worth a visit if you want something different from the usual seaside fare.

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WayneEls . 2019-08-08

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We had a good lunch here, nice setting in an well restored old building, friendly service and really home cooked tasting food.

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CaptainswifeCannes . 2019-06-28

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Have had this on the ‘to try’ list for a while and finally got around to it. Inside is quite compact so it might get busy, but we found a seat easy enough. Food was piping hot, fresh and tasty. Sampled some of the gluten free cake while on-site and also got a few for the family at home. The cakes were great. Only disappointment was a takeaway ‘cinnamon bun’ that was sadly a bit too dry. Overall, everything else was so good that I’m not going to lose a point over it. Recommended.

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sbcpaw . 2019-06-17

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Look for this place at is easy to miss. It is opposite the side of the road most people use to walk from the car park into the town. We crossed the road to "just have a look" and were pleased to discover a menu that is both interesting and had lots of gluten free choices: not always the case if you are Coeliac. Also the normal sandwich came with an amazing side salad. Good for GF and good for a return visit.

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GoNoGluten2017 . 2019-04-03

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Have eaten here several times , absolutely fantastic, a real joy - brilliant food - superb service - plus wonderful art and furniture

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Sydney1516 . 2019-03-31

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Lovely cream tea, warm scones and home made jam 😋. Second time visiting while in west bay. Dog friendly too.

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jmx1988 . 2019-02-21

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Appetising, fresh, wholesome food and a wonderful gallery with exquisite artwork and individually crafted furniture. Well worth seeking out.

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Karen V . 2019-02-14

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Handmade crab sandwich with fresh salad was delicious. Homemade cakes warmed for you, tasty cream tea and good coffee. Not the cheapest light lunch, but it was clearly made with love.

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nanoamp . 2018-10-28

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Two old friends ate the most delicious fish stew ever. Not cheap, at £16 a bowl, but is was served with crusty bread and butter and made a substantial lunch. The bowl was packed full of prawns, mussels and white fish, with fennel and leeks, and the flavours were just lovely. I’d return in a heartbeat!

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JILLOF . 2018-10-17

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We stop off in West Bay, at Sladers Yard, once or twice most years on our way to stay in Devon or Cornwall and it’s rather become the place where our holidays begin.

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Tim S . 2018-10-06

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Most expensive sandwiches ever come across. Very casual dining. Maybe we paid for he artwork around us?

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Brelade55 . 2018-10-02

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Expensive art shows in interesting building. Reasonably priced, homely food, deliciously prepared and served (on ground floor) with care. On warm days you can sit outside with the sculpture. Access to the upstairs part of the gallery involves climbing a narrow steep ladder. (Not sure if there's a disabled loo, you would need to check). Evening events (with generous suppers) are well worth a visit if you are in need of Radio 3/4 type stimulation. A stylish place to wile away an hour or two.

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Elaine S . 2018-09-23

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Great place for a mid morning snack or a pleasant lunch plus I believe Evening meals. Not very wheelchair friandly.

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Ankor_12 . 2018-09-16

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Worth finding this place as it's not on the main drag. It was still busy which shows that people knew it's worth. Attentive staff, great coffee and very large portions of cake, very reasonable priced. Did oat milk as well for my vegan daughter !!

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ironsmike . 2018-08-27

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A couple of minutes walk from the bustle of the harbour, this is a quiet oasis of calm for a quick lunch stop. Friendly and charming service. Excellent and generously filled crab sandwiches with salad accompaniment.

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ourania2013 . 2018-08-05

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Sladers is beautiful upmarket art and furniture gallery set in a modernised industrial building. Very trendy and cool with great paintings by Alex Lowery. The little cafe (only open lunch-times and afternoons) does super crab sandwiches (which can be complemented by a bottle of rosé) in a little garden at the front. Third time unlucky, they came out as door-steps but otherwise it is a delightful place for lunch amid the fish and chips and noise that characterise West Bay.

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Heather D . 2018-08-03

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Stopped in for afternoon teas. Lovely scones, great tea choice and the staff were very accommodating. Highly recommend!

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Jess B . 2018-07-26

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Staff very friendly and accommodating and food great- modern, healthy options served with a smile. Stunning building with gallery to view while you wait. Affogatos the perfect way to finish your meal.

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Fifirichmond . 2018-07-23

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Highly recommended - we had crab cakes and goats cheese salad (both very generous) and moist polenta and pistachio cake to take away. Staff couldn’t be more helpful and accommodating . And in lovely setting too.

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roathbuoy . 2018-07-01

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We enjoyed looking around the gallery, in a really interesting building, and then decided to have a sandwich in the courtyard. They were made especially and the waitress was keen we had everything we needed. We would have eaten inside but it was a lovely day.

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marg826 . 2018-06-18

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We had a lovely lunch here, my five year old was very happy to try crab cakes for the first time. My parents and I had the bean stew, wholesome and tasty with some bread that was perfect! Lovely surroundings, friendly staff, dog friendly, great experience all round!

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Jayne_Bond1973 . 2018-06-02

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Popped in for lunch and had the best crab cakes I’ve ever had. Easily the best food we had in West Bay. Lovely surroundings and friendly local staff, too.

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Gravey412 . 2018-05-27

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We went to Sladers for brunch. Staff were welcoming, attentive, funny. The food was delicious and not over-priced.

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Barbara T . 2018-03-12

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Do pop in here to view the very special work by local artists and craftspeople. Paintings, furniture and other small handicrafts like leather bags, cards & fabric works.

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Helliecoo . 2018-02-06

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Must be the most expensive cafe in West Bay. Maybe customers are paying for the art gallery? Eating area is very small too.

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Brelade55 . 2017-12-22

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What a fabulous place to eat. Food was fantastic and the lovely old building full of character with the added bonus of being a gallery. There were four of us and there was not a meal that I would not have eaten, choose carefully otherwise you may have 'food envy'. Thank you.

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bjandjt . 2017-10-20

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Met friends for a light lunch and were not disappointed. Tasty, well prepared food in lovely surroundings. Crab sandwiches excellent as was the treacle pud. Will be back

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James T . 2017-10-19

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I met my wife there for a Sunday Morning Coffee. I saw the proprietor as she was walking her dog before opening. It was made clear that just a coffee would be fine.

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Bob A . 2017-09-18

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Café set within a gallery in an interesting old building. Outdoor seating surrounded by intriguing sculptures. Vegan options. I had a mezze platter of pitta bread, hummus, olives, pickled cabbage and crudites. Also had a flapjack, the only vegan option among the cakes. Friendly staff. Food was good but a little expensive. Worth visiting for something different.

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veganvera . 2017-09-15

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Sladers Yard is well worth finding as it offers a contrast to the kiosks which are so visible around the harbour. The entrance is off West Bay Road, just round from the harbour and you have to walk in through a gravel yard full of flowers and outdoor seating. The food and drink served in the cafe is always very good, with friendly service. In amongst the gallery it is a pleasant place to be.

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SidBarras . 2017-08-23

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Conocí a un par de amigos para café y pasear por la exposición. El café era precioso y mis amigos el capricho de tarta que disfrutamos muchísimo. El camarero era muy agradable y servicial.

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Tollee . 2017-08-02

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Introducido por amigos de este interesante edificio y menú. Muy buena comida recién preparada. Obras fascinante!

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Alasdair M . 2017-07-23

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Es parte de la galería, tortugas café parte. La galería muestra muebles lujosos, textiles y fotografías de artistas locales. La cafetería ofrece buena calidad, hecha en casa, comida a precios razonables. Un gran lugar para navegar y parada para tomar un aperitivo, comida o simplemente tomar un café.

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tobyabgreen . 2017-07-21

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Tuvimos una comida maravillosa aquí, todos confiamos en buenos ingredientes sin dependencia de ocultar el sabor con salsas o especias. . Empezó con una mezcla de hierbas arroz con arroz, obviamente - excelente frescos y hierbas, luego un penetrante - kebab de pescado. Ah! Tales peces! El dueño me dijo que venía de la pequeña tienda de pescado de al lado, y todas las piezas de pescado fresco y sabor sabor, como un enorme scampi en la cima.

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esmondgoodlife . 2017-06-29

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This cafe and gallery is only about 1 1/4 miles from us, but we don't visit West Bay often. Should go more really, as there is good food to be had. We only had a pot of tea and a slice of homemade something or other, but we sat in the yard in April, warm and comfy with the sun shining. Good strong tea, lovely cake, and would encourage anyone to pop in. I

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Maccers2014 . 2017-06-14

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Sliders Yard Cafe and Gallery is a unique little hideaway just a few minutes walk from the main area in West Bay. The staff were welcoming and friendly and we had a wonderful lunch sitting the courtyard garden. There is a great choice of food - all home cooked and well presented. Upstairs the Gallery is real treat. Philip Sutton RA has a show on at the moment as well as Peter Southall the furniture designer. Wonderful pieces of jewellery too from various designers.Well worth a visit to this brilliant oasis.

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Polly D . 2017-05-24

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The cafe is very welcoming - the menu simple and good.But the really delicious stuff here is the Artwork up one floor in the Gallery.The Artwork was a wonderful surprise (Philip Sutton RA on this trip)So the coffee and cake time was used writing postcards to tell our friendswhat a great discovery this was.

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Jedfal . 2017-05-04

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We found this place quite by chance during our wandering and popped in for tea. We ended up having cream tea which came with still warm scones, plenty of jam and cream and a huge pot of tea in a proper traditional teapot.Absolutely delicious - if and when we revisit West Bay, we will be back. Service was great too!

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melkshambelle72 . 2017-05-03

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We had tea at Sadlers Yard and glad we chose to take the short walk through the outer yard into a barn like structure that boasted a lovely dining experience and the opportunity to view some remarkabkle one of furniture that was the current exhibition. Lovely welcome and excellent choice of teas and cakes.

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Johnabie2014 . 2017-04-23

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Love this place, I always go when I'm back in Dorset. Great to have a look upstairs and stay for some food and drink.

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Kyle C . 2017-04-06

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Really great crab sandwich and mezze. Good sized portions and very fresh. And a real sun trap in the courtyard.

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ShedTaff . 2017-04-05

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Extremely polite staff and very different inside to the normal cafes. Coffee was great especially the decaf which is quite unusual. Didn't have lunch but the selection and taste of the cakes was good. I will definitely go again.

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George P . 2017-04-03

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This lovely old industrial building set back from the harbour side in West Bay houses an art gallery and examples of fine local furniture making for sale - the ladies who run the cafe are charming, friendly and super efficient - the food is freshly prepared using local produce and extremely yummy !We will return .... highly recommended !

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rotiel321 . 2017-03-14

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The cafe is nice and it's a lovely environment. They have a really good selection of cakes. The service is always very slow though, 30 minutes for a cup of tea so you can't be in a rush.

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Rachael M . 2017-03-04

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Sunday morning coffees were very good, service extremely poor and rude staff. Short changed, rude comments about possible sticky hands of our toddler son, constant reminders for items we had ordered, could add more!! If you sell food and drinks, and allow children and dogs in, then maybe consider what art you place in reach of the paying customers. Then maybe drop the hassling of customers in favour of less expensive art - after all, dogs, small children and maybe food and drink don't really mix well with 5 figure art in easy reaching distance!!

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mark s . 2017-02-26

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This was a beautiful setting for a café with great homemade food, cakes, soup and some very nice creations in fine food. The staff are friendly and very helpful with great service. This is also dog friendly with plenty of water for the dogs. The atmosphere and style is fab this is first class and Highly Recommend.

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johncZ4852NW . 2017-02-22

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We ate bowls of chilli stew, leek and lentil soup, and beetroot soup with three sorts of crusty fresh bread. You could have a little bowl or a large one. At £8 a head, we were set up for the afternoon. Excellent quality. Staff friendly and obliging. Decor bare wood, a converted warehouse, but warm. Cushioned bench seating. Expensive art on walls, upstairs.

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Fermor9 . 2017-02-17

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Our scones were out of this world - light and fluffy on the inside and beautifully crisp on the outside; served with lashings of clotted cream and homemade jam. Delicious pot of tea. Warm and friendly welcome. Fabulous art. Love this place!

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kandt063 . 2017-01-06

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Popped in for lunch on Sunday. Good portions of Pate, Crab Sandwiches with plenty of salad. Tasty mushroom soup too. With a drink on top a tad expensive at £52 for 4.

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Hollo57 . 2016-12-07

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We ascertained in advance that this place would be open at lunchtime on a Sunday, but arrived to find it closed for a private booking, and later only offering a special menu, which we thought very expensive. We ate elsewhere. We should have been told about the unavailability of the usual menu when we enquired. Offputting.

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AlbertfromDorset . 2016-11-06

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It's a shame we only discovered Sadlers Yard just at the end our week staying locally.Friendly staff,good coffee and some of the best cakes we had all week (the Bakewell Tart was one of the best we've ever tasted!).We will try lunch next time.

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BOBOK777 . 2016-10-19

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Lovely space, friendly pleasant staff and great healthy food! Perfect place for a light lunch followed by a browse in the gallery.

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djb374 . 2016-10-19

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As I had enjoyed my first visit to the café I was keen to take my husband there. We were sat at a table for at least 5 minutes before the waitress came and cleared away the dirty cups and plates however she did not clean the dirty table. She did apologise for not clearing the table sooner. We ordered two cream teas which were delicious. Having only used half of the cream and jam my husband asked if he could have another scone. His plate was taken away and after another wait he was given another cream tea although he wasn't charged for it but it is not what we ordered. Unfortunately seated at the table by the counter were two friends of the two young waitresses and the waitresses appeared to be far more interested in talking to their friends than attending to the customers. Very disappointing.

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judith c . 2016-09-25

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Met some old friends here for lunch. My Dorset pate was amazing, so tasty and beautifully presented. The sandwiches looked expensive but when they arrived they were filled so generously they were actually very good value. The coffee was also very good. Looking forward to bringing my husband here for lunch very soon.

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rezbuz . 2016-09-10

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Visited here last week whilst visiting West Bay for the day. As a veggie I was struggling to find somewhere to eat due to the amount of seafood restaurants (which is understandable being a bay and certainly not a dig at other establishments). My husband saw Sladers Yard on Tripadvisor and suggested a look. We were not disappointed in the slightest. I ordered the halloumi and mint pitta and was so pleased when it arrived with not only, a generous amount of halloumi and mint, but 3 different types of side salad including cous cous and a seed salad. Although there was no specific kids menu the lovely member of staff suggested my 2 young daughters (7&3) could have a small portion of any of the sandwiches and was happy to adapt slightly for their younger tastes.Both members of staff we encountered (serving and preparing) were polite and helpful. They were also very sweet to my youngest when she wanted to go to the till and ask for water and her cake herself. I would definitely return and recommend Sladers Yard to others! Top marks!!

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tjwillco . 2016-09-02

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My wife and I sat in the courtyard which has a delightful French feel about it, enjoying a superb crab sandwich,coffees and a glass of Merlot each.The ladies that run the cafe were extremely pleasant and inside is a gallery well worth a browse. Away from the "tourist" part of West Bay and highly recommended. Suggest you try it!

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peterhS3222KQ . 2016-08-28

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The seating is surrounded by paintings, furniture, etc, that is for sale. We had a Crab sandwich and a Brie and Cranberry, both good. The service is slow but well worth wating.

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hooke_11 . 2016-08-24

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Best coffee in west Dorset and superb cakes. Food lovely as well and although not cheap the quality is very very good

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jon p . 2016-08-10

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West Bay is hectic in summer. Sladers Yard is almost determinedly quiet! Most of the building is an art gallery. I believe the building is a last remnant of the rope making industry and is largely wooden in construction. The first time we came here it was in retreat from wind and rain with our dog. We now always enjoy the slightly quirky excellent food and very pleasant if a bit discussional service.Great crab salad, hot falafel salad worth trying and apple cake to finish. Coffee Is well done too. Recommend an escape her if under pressure!

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llo1846 . 2016-08-05

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We sat in the sunshine enjoying a good cup of coffee. The staff were attentive and ensure were were happy with our purchase.

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Marian M . 2016-07-24

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We arrived in a wet and windy West Bay looking for somewhere to eat. Just across from the main car park is Sladers Yard Cafe and Art Gallery. We were welcomed by the young waitress and ordered the Spicy Italian Stew from the lunch menu. The menu contained mainly Mediterranean fish and vegetarian dishes including a Meze.The Cafe is comfortable in an old and rustic building. The service was quick and efficient and the food and coffee were excellent. We will definitely come back again, hopefully when the weather is better and we can enjoy our meal in the open-air courtyard.

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John A . 2016-06-28

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My wife and I popped into here for a quick cup of coffee.The cakes looked so good that my wife was tempted.It was very good and I was lucky enough to get a taste.The coffee is the best in West Bay and we will be making this our number one choice for coffee in future. Wish we had found it earlier.Sadly our last day in the area but will be back to try a meal soon.

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Alan L . 2016-05-27

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We arrived just before closing but were made very welcome. they served us with teas and cakes which were excellent

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Julie M F . 2016-05-08

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Looking for somewhere to eat in West Bay away from the sea front (and having become frustrated with the now over popular establishments further east long the coast) Sladers Yard cafe (and art gallery) was recommended to us. The visit was mid-week and was quite popular with a number of people in both the gallery and the cafe. The menu was excellent and the quality of the food very good (Moroccan bean stew and fresh cran salad were our choise). Both the serving staff and chef were very attentive and helpful, help creating a very good atmosphere.The cafe is incorporated into the gallery space within a historic barn and has been carefully restored, yet still providing a warm and comfortable environment in which to relax and eat. Plenty of tables inside and a small, sheltered courtyard seating area to the front of the cafe / gallery. Thoroughly recommended with plenty of parking a few minutes walk away, and still only a short walk to the cost if required.

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Andy M . 2016-04-26

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We found this by doing a street by street exploration of West Bay - which takes about 15 minutes :-)Nice combination of art gallery, cabinet making, and lovely food. Clearly is somewhere with extra life as there were lots of adverts for music evenings etc being held there too.Stunningly good cheese and string onion scone - served warm so even better than expected.Compared to eating from the harbour "shacks" the Sladers Yard Cafe is a world apart - recommended.

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CoralMan . 2016-04-20

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We stopped for a quick lunch and was lucky enough to enjoy the sunshine sitting outside. It was so relaxing, the food was delicious with a menu to suit everyone. The Bakewell Tart was the best! We had a look round the Gallery that had the most beautiful art.

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PMatt2013 . 2016-04-14

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Having moved on from Burton Bradstock after finding our original destination too crowded, this was a great find. Good menu, with due regard too special dietary requirements. Our food arrived in a timely fashion and was of good quality. The staff were friendly, polite and helpful. The area of the callery that was open had some interesting exhibits. We certainly intend to return.

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drewster2016 . 2016-02-17

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A cut above the usual seaside café/ restaurant. The Lebanese chicken salad delicious, ditto cakes. In a converted barn, the seating and general atmospere always calm and relaxed. The adjacent gallery is worth a visit too.

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Jaxie2014 . 2016-02-09

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We visited in the late fall and loved the gallery, and stayed for lunch. The food was good, well prepared with great ingredients, and enough for us, but just not quite as compelling as we might have hoped. Don't really know why, just that we were not bowled over. Definitely stop into the gallery, and see the work - and try them. I would go again if in the area, and give them another go around.

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RHOBoston . 2016-01-24

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I tripped over this place whilst on a day trip to Bridport and, luckily, it was lunchtime on a sunny September Saturday. We chose a bench outside and ordered at the counter. We had two platters to share - a Mediterranean platter including hummus, olives, bread, lovely salad leaves, tsatziki; the other board was a cheese board with three cheeses and some bread. The flavours of everything were lovely and it was all very well-presented. We bought some homemade cake to takeaway as we were too full to eat it there and then. I would recommend a visit if you are in Bridport or close by, even if it is just for the amazing cakes.

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Andrew D . 2015-10-31

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Had morning coffee at Slader's YardUnique surroundings - art and furniture gallery in an old restored chandler's building.Great variety of perfectly made coffee and pastries Lunch availableFriendly, welcoming staff ( thank you Ellen and Olivia for taking care of us).Definitely check this out if you are visiting West Bay

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Julia H . 2015-10-14

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We stopped in here after it got a bit blustery on the beach. It was a really unusual building, could have been softened a bit with more sofas or other furnishings but we couldn't fault food. The scones with jam and clotted cream were an absolute winner. If we're ever back in bridport, we'll make a beeline for this place!

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Sophie P . 2015-10-11

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This cafe come gallery is in a back street at West Bay. It is well worth the effort to seek it out. We had a coffee and cakes. The cafe is an interesting place to visit. The coffee was very good, cakes were delicious. The scones with butter and jam were very generous. Service was friendly and efficient.

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bbbythesea . 2015-09-16

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I often visit Sladers Yard mainly to look at the latest art for sale. The Lady that selects the pictures and sculptures has a great eye as a result the collections on display are always cutting edge.The food is good well worth a visit in its own right.You always get a friendly welcome so go take a look if you are in the area

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Steve W . 2015-09-14

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A great spot for coffee and cake or light lunch. I can not eat gluten so really helpful that they have a gluten free option. Helpful staff and great building.

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Mark_Dicker . 2015-09-06

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A good cup of coffee here though cups could have been slightly larger. The venue is very quiet and doubles as an art gallery. If you are looking for atmosphere, this isn't the place to choose. But it is adequate for a coffee stop. They won't take credit cards.

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Roger K . 2015-08-29

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Looked promising but service was slow and serving staff gave the impression that you were disturbing their quiet day. Expensive as well.

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DrEggs . 2015-08-20

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We visited Sladers while on a break in Dorset and felt inspired to write a quick review. This is a refreshingly original café and art gallery; a bright, contemporary space (very different from the rest of West Bay!). Food is good. A great place for lunch. So good, in fact, that we returned for tea (the orange and pistachio cake is tremendous). We were also impressed with the lovely, friendly staff. The art space is interesting and we found the curator to be informative and helpful. And, although the work on view was not to our taste, the handmade furniture certainly was exceptional. Overall, a very pleasant detour, five minutes from Bridport.

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timpress . 2015-08-05

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Lovely people and good food in an old building connected to the rope-making and sea-gooing history of Bridport and West Bay.

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Barbara A . 2015-08-04

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A very interesting place to have lunch or tea with delicious food in an artistic environment. There is a space where an ever - changing exhibition is hung and there is also local hand-made jewellery and furniture for sale. It's also a fascinating old warehouse building.

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33JulieFrew . 2015-07-14

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