The Bakery At No. 4 in South Lakeland

We have been visiting Kendal for a number of years and wandering around we found this wonderful cafe/coffee house , and what a wonderful place it is. Great service plenty of choice and a coffee that was one of the best we have ever had.

We went as a group to the pudding club. The food was amazing.. The staff were amazing and we had a lovely night. Thank you Maz and her great group of people xx

excellent breakfast, lovely food, great service, welcoming staff, would visit again when next in area, visiting from Scotland

Good tea and coffee in a nice environment - cafe is nicely decorated. But the carrot cake we ordered was v dry. Prices are standard but generous portions.

I think this is my favourite place to go for cake in Kendal. The Guinness cake is amazing. I've had some exceptional blondies here including a cinnamon roll blondie that blew my mind. They do some delicious savory options too. Variety of seating and dog friendly.

Popped in for light lunch and cake. My husband had a Mediterranean pie and I had cheese and onion quiche, huge portion. Both very tasty and good value. We then shared a coconut and cherry slice.

I had an ENORMOUS cinnamon roll and it was the most delicious cinnamon roll I have ever eaten in my life. Absolutely 100% recommend this place!

Very welcoming staff and excellent coffee and hot chocolate. Food looked delicious and the cakes were delightful. A wide range of food so highly recommended.

Love going here for good coffee and relaxed atmosphere. Cakes look great. I don't have sweet tooth and my only request would be that there are savouries eg cheese scones on more regularly. Had the Asparagus Tart today which was gorgeous.

New this coffee shop was there but hadn't been in. What a mistake! Popped in over the weekend, what can you say, the homemade cake selection was amazing. The 2 we tried were really good and tasty. Will be going back to try the rest. The coffee wasn't bad either. Would certainly recommend it, it's a lovely atmosphere and the staff are great.

Me and my husband stumbled upon this lovely cafe whilst wondering round Kendal that seems to be mainly full of barbers and takeaways (sadly). It’s a hidden gem, lovely and simplistic, amazing cakes and great coffee. I think the table situation could be addressed as there are only large tables with 8 or 6 seats and the odd window seats. I’m fine sharing my coffee with other people but I know it would totally put some people off.

Although trip advisor shows closed, they are most definitely open. The ambiance and welcome are excellent. We had a slice of cake each, not only were these delicious, but we’re very large slices. A good range of teas and coffee. Obviously very popular as it was quite busy when we arrived. A great place to visit whilst in Kendal, for a relaxing cuppa whilst shopping, judt off the main pedestrian centre, towards the new butchers and M&S. I highly recommend Melissa and Marrianne’s The Bakery at No4.

Called in today for coffee and cake and wasn't disappointed. Nice welcome from friendly staff who are genuinely happy to see you. Stylish space,nice ambience ,very tasty cake and coffee nicely presented. Keep up the good work girls....its appreciated. Ray......Kendal.

Arranged to collect some of their fabulous fruit scones after almost a year of not being able to! Also popped in for a flat white coffee which was also lovely. A wonderful pit stop amidst the rain of Kendal. To be highly recommended. Cakes are also fab!!

I visited the Saturday before Christmas with my husband who is 78 and therefore vulnerable. The cafe was absolutely packed out with insufficient space between tables and no windows open. We should have left straight away but I wasn't quick enough to realise the extent of the danger signals. People were coming in after us grabbing tables whilst we waited for a table to be cleaned. Staff allowed this to happen instead of greeting customers and asking them to wait outside. I felt very uncomfortable and will not be returning until Covid has gone away. The owners need to urgently make changes to keep people safe. Really concerning.

Gorgeous cafe/bakery. Just visited yesterday since it’s moved and been refurbished, looks absolutely beautiful inside really airy and high ceilings too- we had a couple of flat whites and some cakes and they were divine. All guidelines followed very well too and track and trace, masks, sanitiser etc all in place. Will definitely be back!

Cathie and I visited the Bakery at Number 4 a couple of weeks ago for the first time and have returned twice since!! The cakes and the selection of cakes are incredible and according to Cathie the scones are to die for! She is a bit of a scone addict! We loved their coffee too and I was pleased to find they served oat milk as a dairy alternative. Also sampled some of their lemon and poppyseed shortbread which again was delicious. We shall definitely be returning and highly recommend a visit.

Popped in today and worth the visit. Large selection of cakes. We had two coffees and a large scone with jam and the price was £5.50 which considering you pay a fiver for two cups of coffee at Costa I thought was reasonable. The scone was gloriously large and very tasty :) A quirky cafe, the only drawback being is there's not many seats/tables. But if you can find a table give it a try.

What a treat finding this little cafe.. The homemade cakes and scones are amazing.. Very large and reasonable. Can take away too..

Interesting café, popped in for a coffee and cake, cake was gorgeous but served on a paper bag! In this age of not using plastic I was also given a plastic Knife. I'm also afraid to say that the café has not seen 'CIF' in a number of weeks.

Quaint little cafe that serves very good coffee and cake you can only dream of. Visit, youwill not be disappointed.

Amazing array of homemade cakes and scones. The blueberry and lemon cake was fantastic. Great coffee too! Really friendly staff.

Stumbled across this lovely little bakery whilst visiting Kendal, lovely decor, good choices of soft drinks (my boyfriend doesn't drink hot drinks so this was great for us) we had the lemon drizzle and the raspberry cheesecake brownie.. Oh my goodness!! So many choices of cakes, all fresh and homemade, served with a takeaway bag in case you can't finish your slice. It was wonderful. Also noticed they had Gluten Free options and overheard a conversation about all their flapjacks being suitable for GF as long as they're ok with porridge oats. Thankyou for a lovely birthday treat x

Liked the decor and read reviews on TA. Our coffee was too weak but cakes looked good- and mine tasted good too. Toilets- steep stairs to reach.

Lovely coffee and amazing cakes, they were so delicious we forgot to take a picture. Very friendly and relaxed atmosphere with a huge selection.

I visit here almost every week with my son and boyfriend and we just love it. Really good coffee, cakes to die for, friendly staff and comfortable surroundings. What more do you need?

We visit as much as the "better half" allows me. Brilliant value. Cakes usually £2.50 each and what a selection. I think they are all made on the premises. Really nice cafe and staff always smiley and helpful.

Fond this little coffee shop near M&S; in Kendal and is a must visit. Home made cakes and great coffee with a relaxing comfortable setting. The staff were lovely and attentive. Get out of the hussle and bussle just off of the high street for this quiet corner to relax.

We visit here regularly to eat in and take away, cakes are generous sizes and good value around £2.50 each, good coffee and teapigs teas

Lovely place with delightful people and a wonderful selection of cakes. The carrot cake is my fave but am often tempted by others! AMAZING!!!

Tenía vió esta panadería escondido en una calle al lado de Marks and Spencer hace meses y la intención de probarlo. Al entrar se encuentra con una gran variedad de tartas. Difícil elegir todos ellos un aspecto precioso. Pedimos dos tortas y dos tés en el mostrador. Había varias mesas de "familia". Nos sentamos en uno mientras el único otros había una pareja con un niño elegir un pastel de boda de lo que sonaba como una gran variedad de sabores y estilos. Alguien llama a preguntar sobre una tarta de cumpleaños. Curiosamente, pastel se sirve en una bolsa de papel y té en una taza de papel, a pesar del hecho de que podía ver vintage tazas estilo y platillos (quizás sólo de visualización. Había una gran cantidad de juguetes y yo podía ver que este es un gran lugar para las madres para reunirse. Sin duda volveremos para tartas para llevar, pero creo que prefiere el té en una taza. Personal amable.

Gorgeous cakes and gorgeous staff. It's no place for a man my age...pretty much caused me a mid-life crisis last time I went in. Glad to see it's more and more popular - they've worked very hard to build this up. it's also a very...

Hemos estado comprando tarta aquí desde que abrieron, como mi hijo tiene la alergia y algunos de los pasteles que pueda comer. La duela del piso de chocolate es genial en mi opinión, olvídate de conteo de calorías, ya que es muy traviesos. . ....

Celebración, o tarta sólo general commiserations necesiten, siempre le dan mi arreglar tarta desde aquí. Realmente son las mejores que he comido.

Un lugar precioso. Las tartas son deliciosos y muy buenas porciones de tamaño. Es un lugar encantador para sentarse, un estilo muy agradable.

.... but the cakes were not quite as nice as they looked, and they were served on paper bags, not plates, the coffee was in disposable cups, despite sitting in, and it was a bit like a creche - 4 buggies inside the door and children all over the floor. Now I like - love - children, but it all just felt a bit odd. Very friendly service, and you will obviously be made very welcome if you bring youngsters.

We visited this bakery after a night's stay in Kendal. We bought some cakes to takeaway. The young woman that served us was very helpful and friendly. The small seating area inside looked cosy, inviting and child friendly. The date slice was the best I have ever tried. I also purchased a rectangular cake called a 'floorboard'. It was absolutely delicious. It was explained to us that the 'floorboard' is unique to the area of Kendal and that it was a school dinner treat from years ago. I loved the nostalgia attached to this cake and I felt like I came away with a slice of the past.

Stopped in for a coffee and cake, great service great coffee and great cakes, give it a try you won't be disappointed.

Sampled these cakes at the Westmoorland Country Show.Great looking stall, loads of different cakes. Different to other stalls too.Full cakes, slices and slabs all in show and all looked delicious.Hardest thing was to choose. Great prices and the best cakes I have tasted in ages! I will visit the shop when I am next in Kendal, will have not eaten for a day before so I can sample several different delicious cakes. Looking forward to it......

Cakes were the best I have ever had! We've ordered our wedding cake for later this year from there after our first visit today. The ladies were fabulous.

We stumbled across this the day before we were due to leave; we wish it would have been at the start. Lots of lovely cake to choose from, very generous portions too. A great place to come to.

Pit stop at The Bakery at number 4 and welcomed by an Enormous selection of delicious homebaked cakes! Lovely seating areas; we sat outside as had dog with us. Had 2 scones (massive!), rocky road and bluberry cake. Highly recommended!

This is a good little café, with very good cakes.If, like me, you like tea brewed in a tea pot & coffee brewed in a cafetiere & served in a china cup/mug this is not the place for you. I could not believe we were served tea in paper cups. Will not be returning.

I have visited this bakery on a few occasions, I just cant seem to tear myself away from the amazing cakes. They have a great selection of fresh homemade cakes and a small selection of toys to keep the children entertained. The bakery isn't very big but it has a relaxed, country feel. even if you don't feel like sitting in I advise you grab a slice of cake or two to take away while passing!!

This is a hidden gem in Kendal, they make the most amazing cakes and are very friendly and helpful. The coffee is great & families are made welcome, with a small selection of toys for children.

As others have said the cakes are amazing, the only difficulty is knowing which one to go for! Coffee is great as well.

We stubbled onto this cafe by chance attracted by the delicious cakes on display.The choice is fantastic and the portions are huge. Finally we chose lemon and blueberry cake and date flapjack. Utterly scrumpious. Coffee was very good too.Friendly service complimented a delightful coffee stop.

I called in recently to try some cakes that I have heard about from word and mouth. I only wish that I had called sooner as the cakes were absolutely delicious and so tasty with a beautiful texture and taste.I picked up a piece of salted rolo brownie and it was so god damn tasty, rich chocolatey and salty and moist.I also picked up a bit of Guiness and Chocolate cake and that was so very, light spongy and tasty as well.I also picked up a piece of Blueberry and Lemon cake and that was exceptional as well, moist spongy and very moreish. I will be definitely be back again soon when I am in Kendal to have some more sweet treats.

Wonderful place which makes the most amazing bakery products! The range of cakes are all excellent quality, the coffee and hot chocolate are wonderful. My favourite is the Saturday breakfast special, home made waffles with a selection of toppings.The breads are wonderful quality too.Lovely to sit in and look through old cook books with a coffee, but ideal to buy your bread and cakes to take home!

This is a Café you must visit if you are anywhere near Kendal. It may be small but it is big on Quality. The service is excellent and the value for money is tremendous. It has an array of wonderful cakes and scones. The Guinness/Chocolate cake proved to be a winner along with the Jam & Coconut slice. Very child friendly.

Visited on a soggy day in December , found this place by chance.What a lovely bakery, great service by lady behind the counter .Inside is a mismatch of seating and tables which I actually love.The sticky gingerbread was excellent and great coffee.Another oddity is paper cups and paper bags , but again I think this adds to the overall feel of the place.When in Kendal I will most certainly visit again.

Lovely cafe & bakery, sell good coffee & amazing cakes! The cakes were bought as a gift and really well presented!Love cake come here!