Sugar&Spice Cafe and Bistro in South Lakeland

Visited here with my Dad today. Asked for a tea cake and then a scone both not on the menu anymore. I had a bagel with salmon and cream cheese paid over £8 and that was it no sides, no even a bit of salad - didn’t taste great. Dad ordered pancakes in the end 2 tiny pancakes on a dish - still hungry when we left. Not great service either. Disappointed!

Visited with my family and would definitely not recommend. Staff and rude and clearly do not want to be there. Jacket potato was hard, ordered soup and a sandwich and they sent soup and a panini, kids sandwiches were on stale bread. Brought my grandads scone without the rest of the food and gave him it with no knife. When we asked for one they said oh you’ve got to go get them over there. 3.50 for an apple juice out of plastic bottle not even given a glass. The bill came and they had overcharged us on the kids sandwiches so check your bill as the menu doesn’t match the bill. Also added a discretionary service charge and told us we had to pay it even though it said discretionary so we had to explain to the waiter what that meant and we got it back. Waiter was wearing a tracksuit, looked scruffy and unprofessional. Another table walked out due to seeing how we were treated. Would NOT recommend!!

Best cafe in Windermere by far! Amazingly helpful staff (especially noted my allergies and recommended dishes to suit) fantastic first class food and run by locals with a lot of knowledge of the area! Thanks we will definitely be returning & we’re so welcomed!

Highly recommend this beautiful, family run restaurant. Delicious fresh produce, friendly service and a delightful interior giving a comfortable, relaxing ambiance.

Lovely cafe in a beautiful village couldn't want any more! Called in for lunch with my family, lovely girl served us. Food was delicious could tell it was homemade and not cheap ingredients or frozen. Would definitely recommend and will be going back.

Ordered a sausage sandwich and a cheese and chutney sandwich. Had I known it was going to come on hovis best of both bread I would have made my own at home. The cheese and chutney was without doubt the saddest most depressing sandwich I’ve ever had. It wasn’t even grated, just two slabs of cheese with Branston pickle slapped between two slices of the cheapest, most thinnest bread you can buy. For this pleasure I paid £7. The sausage sandwich was literally that, sausage on bread. No garnish on it. The salad that accompanies the cheese sandwich was wilting aged mixed leaves that was probably bought when the tories were last in power. Good grief, where is the nice bread that most cafes do. Shame on you.

Wish we would have read the reviews prior. Defrosted clotted cream ( you cant freeze it) no expiry date printed ! Stale scones which was supposedly baked in the morning. Awful tasting jacket potato. Cheap condiments. Really small panini. Hair in the pasta. When we confronted the manager he wouldn't even come and check the food just claims of freshly made mood. Rude and obnoxious. Arguing in front of other customers 3 meters away.

First time we have visited this cafe and a decidedly average experience. Staff pleasant and helpful. My lemon drizzle cake was a bit dry and my wifes toasted teacake arrived late as we overheard the kitchen had forgotten sbout it. No skimmed milk which is odd nowadays. Hopefully better if we come again.

We are locals in Windermere and thought we would try the pizza night. Well it was super, all homemade, light and lovely fresh ingredients. Staff were lovely too. Price was very reasonable and this will definitely become our go to for lovely pizza! Can’t wait to try the coffee and cakes next time. Thank you A&A

The pancakes were delicious. Excellent range of flavours. Lovely kind staff and friendly service. Homely atmosphere, great coffee and reasonably priced.

Exceptional! Whay a lovely place, very warm and friendly staff, warm and inviting surroundings and excellent food .. oh and dog friendly to boot! Full English was the best I've had in many years and as a regular traveller that is praise indeed! My wife opted for a smoked Salmon bagel which she said was also excellent. Brilliant place, definitely worth a visit.

I’m fairly sure looking at the reviews I was in the wrong place. This place was a cold, greasy spoon, with poorly cooked food and a weird atmosphere. The only redeeming feature was that the staff were very good about adjusting the bill having found out we didn’t like the food.

Came here for lunch while in the area after seeing the high ranking and positive reviews. The waiter who seated us and took our order was polite, but very loud and a little brusque. We ordered cold drinks and hot food. We asked for panini with the soup (as a deal), to which we were told by the waiter that if we want this deal, we have to ask for the soup first (!). Drinks were brought still in cans with glasses - might have been nicer to pour it and offer some ice. Food came quickly and was all hot and very tasty, everything individually was delicious - even the salad dressing was lovely. We were told we had to get our own cutlery and condiments/napkins from across the cafe - a little unusual to do this when you are otherwise offered table service, and the cafe was half full. Reasonably priced and convenient location - slightly dated but clean and hygienic. No issues with the service from the waiter who brouyht the food and the waitress who took payment, both very polite and friendly.

Amazing breakfast and service. Great value for money with large portions. The perfect start to the day before a big trek!

Managed to squeeze a walk in of 8 of us for breakfast and the food was lovely. Giving mostly all of us all had full English breakfasts the food came out pretty quick and everyone really enjoyed what they got. Flat white was one of the best in the area! Super dog friendly too which is always a main thing for us. Will definitely be back to try the pancakes next time.

Personale gentilissimo, accogliente, due ragazze molto carine. Servizio rapido. I pancake salati davvero ottimi e abbondante. Pizza buona, il pomodoro un po' scondito, ma impasto eccellente.

Accueil top. Carte variée pour un déjeuner sur le Pouce. Formule soupe sandwich très bonne. Desserts maison excellents.

Judging by the replies to customer's reviews, my point about the manager being defensive, he proves himself. His responses come across very arrogant and rude. The lady who served us was lovely however and accomodating. I didn't think the pancakes were the best but ok, good breakfast otherwise. Buckwheat flour would make their pancakes more tasteful, just an idea. Also a plant based sugar like Stevia or erythitol would be a good alternative instead of syrup or white sugar, for sugar restricted diets. Staff need to be more customer orientated and not so defensive when asked questions or expressing concerns, showing some understanding and care. Also, food took a while and we noticed the couple who came in (and ordererd after us) were served food a long time before. We actually witnessed this might I add. Thank you to the lovely waitress but unfortunately the manager's attitude dampened our experience. I hope he can learn to respond with more care and focus on improving based on feedback. There's always room for improvement!

The food was delicious and the service was very attentive and polite. It can get very crowded, hence the 4 stars, but we will definitely be back .

Sunday brunch here was absolutely amazing. Food was soooo good, service was great, a hidden treasure that you must go to

Friendly staff great atmosphere clean and airy restaurant. Menu is great. Plenty to choose from. Not overly priced. Food was lovely.

We live local and thought we would try somewhere new with our 8 month old. Such a lovely bright space, with warm and friendly staff & great value for money. Fresh, well cooked food & a great cup of coffee! Some places on Windermere like to cram you in and get you out as fast as possible. The place was buzzing but had such a relaxed atmosphere. Will definitely be back!

We only had time to pop in for a coffee but the welcome was warm and genuine, the atmosphere similar and coffee great. Wish we could have stayed longer.

Beautiful little cafe bistro in Windermere. We visited on a Saturday for lunch. We were instantly welcomed and shown to a table by a lovely man. The cafe is clean, warm and cosy. Drinks arrived quickly and the food was delicious. Very reasonably priced and will definitely return again. Well recommended.

We found this lovely little cafe on the last day of our trip to Windermere. We arrived as soon as it opened which was good as it soon filled up. All staff were friendly and service was quick. Both of us had full English breakfasts which were delicious and reasonably priced. We would definitely return again if in the area. Food aside, we really appreciated the effort that the staff made in helping us to pacify our toddler so that we could enjoy our drinks whilst they were hot! Thank you so much!

I was driving through Windermere yesterday morning on my way to a business meeting with extra time to spare and spotted Sugar & Spice. Feeling a bit hungry, I decided to have a coffee and a cookie, but after sitting down and seeing someone having...

We decided to try this cafe whilst having a walk around Windermere. The staff were very friendly and they couldn't do enough for my gluten free husband. The food was delicious and good portions , could tell it was all freshly made. Would definitely recommend and we'll be back soon.

We love this place, the staff are friendly and accomodating, the service is always great and if it's busy you are always warned about how long you might wait. The food is always delicious, especially the breakfast. Highly recommended. We go every time we are...

Would highly recommend this place. Great atmosphere and reasonably priced for the area. Proper home cooked food. Would definitely go back.

I don’t like writing negative reviews but this place takes the biscuit. Yes it’s a quiet time of the year but a positive attitude towards customers is probably a step in the right direction. Also if you are asked gluten free options you might need...

I picked this one based on the reviews and we were both pretty disappointed. We had full breakfast and the bacon was really overcooked and dry. My egg was like nothing I had ever had. The white was a very strange texture and colour and...

I had researched where to have lunch in Windermere and was looking forward to it, seeing as it got good reviews. We sat with our menus down on the table waiting, having decided, when a group of 8 walked in, had a table and chairs...

A lovely dog friendly little cafe in the heart of Windermere. The food was very fresh and homemade. I had a delicious fish goujon sandwich on a crusty ciabatta which was excellent. Despite being a very popular establishment the food came quickly and the staff...

My partner and I visited yesterday morning. We'd searched places nearby that were still serving breakfast. To my delight this place came up and stated it served breakfast until 11:45. We'd already looked at the menu and it ticked all the boxes. Upon arrival we...

I would highly recommend for lunch, I had the hot sausage sandwich, my partner had the tuna wrap. Both delicious

Walked into the restaurant and waited by the door to be seated, as per their request. We could see a family of six paying their bill, they were being managed by two members of staff. We then had to move out of the way so...

Good quality food and service with value for money would definitely recommend for any occasion, we had breakfast and it was nice and cooked just the way I like it.

Very welcoming, clean and serving a delicious fresh breakfast , can’t go wrong here , the coffee is outstanding, won’t hesitate to go back

Hunted online for somewhere in Windermere which served paninis - harder than you’d think! Struck lucky with this place - really friendly staff, welcomed our dog, and quick service. I’m please to report the paninis were worth the search - and the chilli in the...

On our day trip to Windermere my wife and I popped in for lunch, it was warm, friendly, and very tasty. The Chili was perfect with a great kick, the crepes they came in were very good but maybe need to be a wee bit...

We had the full English breakfast which was lovely and the menu was very reasonably priced. There was a generally nice environment and the staff were pleasant.

Very good food and friendly staff. Just turn up and get a seat which was helpful as others booked up - well worth the visit. Everyone enjoyed their dishes. Would go back.

Ate here for lunch on the strength of the review on TripAdvisor. Really surprised how average it was given all the good ratings. Food was OK nothing more and service was also a bit lacking. Won't be returning

A fab find somewhere that did crepes and full cooked for breakfast. Lovely food and crispy bacon as well as fresh mushrooms. Only recommendation is si gee priced items to add for kids who are picky. Thoroughly enjoyed

Recommended by our guest house it didn't disappoint. We had a cooked breakfast which was wll cooked and not greasy. Staff were great also.

Called in for breakfast one morning on our stayover in windermere and were well pleased with the food , service and value. Staff were very friendly and could not do enough for you , there was enough choice on the menu to satisfy our tatses...

Husband had a wrap and I had a sandwich. They were OK and made fresh. The tea tastes strange and my decaf latte was very bitter. We had the dog with us so sat on the bar stools in the window so there was more...

Popped in for breakfast this morning and have to say it was a fantastic experience. We arrived not long after it had opened, with the place already almost at full capacity and were met by one of the staff welcoming us but cautioning us at...

Visit for a light bite. Very friendly and accommodating service. Dogs are welcome and water provide for the dog which was really nice. Fruit scone was homemade and tasted amazing. The pancakes where really good but 2 for £4 something was a little pricy for...

A group of us were visiting Windermere for a leisurely break . We had been into several other venues but none did gluten free food . This was a great find with lovely food and a fine selection of gluten free options. Many thanks for...

Reasonable but overpriced food. Unfortunately some staff members were unnecessarily rude which totally spoiled the atmosphere... however the gentleman with the beard was very pleasant.

Out of all the cafes we tried in Windermere this was by far the best. The vegan sausages were delicious, scrambled egg was done perfectly, delicious coffee and the service was amazing. 10/10. Thanks.

We set off on our first family holiday so excited for a perfect family break to white cross bay after we drove an hour and half with a two year old and 7 month old baby twins ( it took us two weeks to plan...

We popped into here on a Saturday afternoon in need of refreshments and something sweet. Luckily it wasn't too busy so they could accommodate 5 of us. Varied cake and hot drinks menu so spoilt for choice (looked to have a decent food menu too...

We had breakfast here this weekend with our children and would highly recommend it! Great range of food choices, friendly staff, quick service and great atmosphere. We will definitely return when back in the lakes.

Came across this bistro on our way back to the car having given up trying to find somewhere to eat and glad we did. I had the savoury pancakes and my husband had the sausage sandwich with chips. The food was delicious and piping hot....

Really enjoyed my pancakes for breakfast here - just what I wanted! The breakfast menu was really good, lots of options. The staff were really friendly and this created a great atmosphere. The place was decorated nicely for Halloween at the time of our visit.

Stopped there for a drink and we ended up having a meal. The food was great and our sever, Dawn I belive she was called , was lovely.

The staff were friendly and efficient but the panini I had was undercooked, anaemic looking and tasteless. My partner's bacon roll was fine but the bacon seemed to have been cooked and reheated rather than freshly cooked. A very fancy tea pot with tea infusion...

Came for breakfast and as always had a chilled out time. Delicious brunch, everything well cooked and brought to me at a good pace. I also ordered crepes which had generous helpings of Nutella and chocolate sauce. Great service, will return.

Good breakfast served quickly and with quality service. The English breakfast was tasty and the menu had plenty of options. The coffee was really good as well. The only thing that could be done better was that as we wanted to pay and leave the...

Very friendly and the coffee was so good we kept going back. Always managed to get a table within a few minutes too. I had a Kendal mint milkshake on the first visit that absolutely delicious, and they also have a really good selection of...

We called in for a quick bite to eat for lunch, with a friend who lives in the town. . Sat out in the sun in the courtyard, which only has 3 tables. The cafe does a lovely range of light meals, and is licensced.....

Excellent place for lunch whilst shopping in Windermere. Sandwiches were extremely fresh and well made. Staff welcoming and friendly. Really clean and well.maintained little coffee shop. Will definitely be back and recommend to anyone. XX

Chose here as the menu sounded a bit of me. Food was really good, friendly staff, and has a nice setting. If lucky there is a few outside seats out the back.

Lovely food, staff brilliant, felt really safe, couldn’t fault it at all. Level of service is great, visited in the past and this is definitely a family favourite. Well done.

Popped in and had the brie and bacon burger and found it amazing, wasn't expecting that, coffee was great too, good work!

A lovely place for a family lunch. Very friendly and welcoming staff. We had 2 children and a baby in a high chair and they accommodated us all. The food was so tasty and quick to come out. I had the best oat milk latte...

Just time for a quick brew between trains and despite being under severe pressure customer wise, a nice coffee delivered with a smile. Well done.

Arrived at Sugar & Spice and the service was great. They had some difficult customers to deal with and handled them amazingly. The iced coffees are wonderful and my daughter loved the strawberry milkshake. However my daughter ordered the hot dog from the children’s menu...

Popped in for a quick brunch before heading into Bowness for a hike. Food ordered; Sausage and Bacon sandwhich 10/10 Tasty and not oily, would recommend! Chicken BLT Wrap 10/10 Tasty and fresh salad, served with coleslaw and a side salad with a lovely dressing,...

Visited today after booking via email. Thank you. On holiday in the area. Great welcome. Lovely food. Let's celebrate the hospitality industry for providing a service under these difficult circumstances. We would certainly visit again.

We were lucky to get the last table before a queue built up. The food was delicious and great value.

Sometimes, things can go a little awry and we were a little unlucky under the previous owner, she was apologetic, there were mitigating circumstances....4 circles. Three of us arrived again on a Sunday, just before opening, we were third in the queue. The best rated...

We went for breakfast three times while we were away. Great food, service and pricing. Would recommend the Full English breakfast to set you up for the day. Would definitely go back.

Lovely evening with husband’s dietary request handled with kindness. Had a further meal being lunch when the manager recognised us and made us welcome again. food superb on both occasions.

Visited with 2 children for lunch. Good choice of sandwiches, paninis etc. Good coffee. Friendly staff with fast service.

We booked for afternoon tea on our way up to Windermere from Birmingham We were not disappointed !! Fresh sandwiches “to die for “ cake and homemade scones tea and a glass of Prosecco - delightful . Attentive service Highly recommend

Very nice and friendly but unfortunately no vegetarian/vegan options for my friend other than mushrooms and tomatoes so we just had drinks and ate elsewhere. Veggie sausages/avocado on toast/tofu some suggestions to improve.

Been before and pleased to see currently offering outside dining in a sunny courtyard. Friendly attentive service and good to see that the venue is frequented by locals. Always a good sign. Handy that they’re offering take out service too. Will definitely visit again when...

Fantastic takeaway afternoon tea yesterday. Everything freshly made. Looking forward to coming back soon. Thank you.

After a long, enjoyable stroll up Orrest Head we remembered this place was just opening up again after adding outdoor seating. They clearly have adapted and made the effort post covid to open and serve customers outside. The food was lovely, we had a panini...

After a lovely walk around Windermere with my daughter, partner, baby and dog we decided to pop in here for an evening meal. Having the dog, we sat outside under the heat lamps and snuggly blankets supplied by the restaurant. Cocktails arrived first and were...

Was refused service as my family were not white, asked to only order drinks and to then wait outside. They allowed white customers to come and sit inside and order food. Disgraceful behaviour. Do not visit if you value equality. Would rate a 0 if...

Home made scone was amazing. Fab service will definitely visit again. Warm welcome and all social distancing adhered to. Felt very safe.

Good English breakfast at a reasonable price. Friendly staff and right in the centre of Windermere. Worth a visit 👍

Lovely bistro in the heart of Windermere. A few of our friends surprised my husband here for his 50th birthday (within the rule of 6 and government guidelines) and Amanda and her staff were incredible helping me organise it. The whole bistro is very well set up for social distancing and the food was outstanding. Highly recommend this little gem in Windermere.

Having lived in Windermere for a year now we have tried a couple of times to visit but it’s always been busy but today we struck gold. Friendly welcome and pet friendly too we felt at home and relaxed straight away. The food was fabulous, sloppy joes ciabatta and chicken wrap, fresh, tasty and very yummy. We will return again and recommend to all our guests and friends too. Thanks for a fab lunch

We went in and my wife had the fish finger sandwich, I just had a coffee and cake, but everything was really lovely. The staff were also incredibly friendly and the clear signage meant we all felt safe.

Called in just for a coffee. Nice location, nice service and what looked to be a nice menu too. Good Covid security and dog friendly.

Vinimos en pareja para un almuerzo tardío como nuestra primera parada al llegar a Windermere, y realmente lo disfrutamos. ¡Solo me entristece el hecho de que no me quedaba espacio para un delicioso pastel!Comí un pan brie y tomate con sopa de champiñones, y ambos estaban deliciosos, especialmente la sopa, que estaba muy rica y obviamente hecha a mano con amor. Mi esposo optó por la salchicha Cumberland y el rollo de chutney, junto con la sopa, y estaba igualmente feliz. ¡También estaba feliz de que tuvieran cerveza de barril!Los pasteles se veían encantadores, y solo desearía tener una barriga lo suficientemente grande para caber uno, ¡tal vez la próxima vez!

Came here almost daily, either for breakfast or their lovely cakes. Their afternoon tea is very reasonable for what you get. A cake, scone, any hot drink and a sandwich/panini for only £12 Staff very friendly and attentive. A clean environment too. Would definitely recommend

Fui aquí dos veces durante unos días, muy buena selección de comida, desde sándwiches hasta pasteles, patatas asadas, chiles, pasta, sopa y sándwiches. Local licenciado para cervezas y vinos. Tés de la tarde servidos por un excelente personal y comida recién hecha. Tés de hojas sueltas y el distanciamiento social abordado. Música fabulosa y buen ambiente.

Great little cafe with a wonderful afternoon tea. We had the BLT and egg mayo sandwiches and the chocolate cake. Everything was delicious!! We also indulged in their hot chocolate - highly recommended! Give this place a try, you won’t be disappointed!

Popped in here for a scone, tea, coffee & sponge cake. Scone was maybe a wee bit dry, but they have social distancing etc all sorted out & very friendly staff.

My friend and I had a lovely, filling lunch followed by a delicious coffee and cake at this friendly café. Veggie and vegan options were available, which was great. They took Covid guidelines seriously but maintained a cosy atmosphere. Would definitely recommend!

Lovely cafe for lunch in Windermere . A short wait for a table, varied menu and tasty food and nice staff. Covid measures in place.

Popped in here for a quick coffee and a rest and I’m glad that I did. The staff were all very friendly and welcoming, coffee was delicious and my husband loved the tea.. I was quite jealous as it looked quite tasty too as the use loose tea leaves. The scones were an absolute treat and I could’ve ate half a dozen! The cafe was busy and the other diners also looked happy with the food they had and the other dishes that they were served looked tasty too. I would definitely recommend this cafe as a place to go.

Went for lunch, and the wraps were very fresh and handmade. Had a milkshake and it went down so easily. Recommend this unpretentious, friendly cafe nestled comfortably among the more expensive places in Windermere offering less quality.

We came up from Yorkshire a couple weeks back and a young blonde lady served us, most excellent mannerism and etiquette, showed more work ethic than any other worker and seemed like she was basically running the cafe well deserved tip and will be back soon!