The Cafe Next Door in Charnwood

Excellent service from the 2 students & lady in charge of cafe plus attached is a lovely gift shop. The students did very well serving me & the ladies helped me with the postcards. Lovely big shop.

Quality food - but not cheap. Popular with walkers and their dogs, it was quite busy when we visited but service was still reasonable. Would visit again if in the area.

We have been to this cafe over the years but not again after being totally ignored as all around us were getting served, we just got up and left and felt totally invisible and ignored...not the good way to run a cafe, the staff need to be aware of their customers!

Our first visit here today - had pre-booked afternoon tea. Staff were really pleasant and helpful on the phone and we were made to feel very welcome on our arrival. Really pleased with the selection of savory items - great choice of sandwiches, which were neatly cut into fingers plus slices of homemade sausage roll and quiche. There was a nice selection of cakes and scones to follow. All the food was well presented. We were not rushed and the tables in the cafe were well spaced out. Will certainly be returning again to try the lunchtime menu. There was also a good selection of gluten free items, which is great as I will visit with a friend who is gluten intolerant.

This cafe serves the best home made carrot cake ..ever! The staff are friendly and helpful. And there is a warm and cozy atmosphere. Gorgeous coffee. Wish we had one of these cafes at home! Thank you everyone x

Popped in while visiting the area for a take away. The sandwich had far too much leaf and not enough filling, very poor value for £6.50. The signature sandwich didn’t contain any mozzarella and the pickle in the special was the thinnest slither I have ever seen. A shame because the potential is huge however we won’t be visiting again!

Wasn't particularly busy, but waited ages for my cake order to arrive, so long infact I had to go chase it up, my friend had actually finished hers by the time mine came, should have had them both together really, girls behind counter seemed pretty miserable, impression was they didn't want us there. Very disappointed.

We were travelling from London to York and needed a lunch stopover. Using Tripadvisor we opted to detour here rather than use the various service stations. Very sound choice! Nearly came unstuck as they were full. However a table came free as we were walking away - phew! Really attentive service from the girls. The home made quiche and salad were superb.

We had been given an afternoon tea for two as a treat some time earlier, but because of covid ...... We went with an open mind, having not long been to "Highgrove" for afternoon tea. Highgrove watch out Good food, Pleasant surroundings, attentive Service, polite and cheery staff. Well done under unusual circumstances

Went to this CAFE for lunch recently. Was impressed by the quality of coffee and the cake particularly. The staff were efficient and friendly and helpful. Basically, it matched our expectations, Expectations derived from the excellent reviews here on TripAdvisor. However, I would humbly suggest a couple of improvements could be made. Firstly going on the sandwich I had, the filling could’ve been more substantial and the flavours were somewhat underpowered, thus the promise in the description was not quite delivered. Secondly, my portion of cake could’ve been, shall we say, a little more generous. These site problems won’t prevent us using the CAFE again, I have to say. Altogether, we had a enjoyable lunch and felt very comfortable in the surroundings.

Our 1st visit a gift from our son of afternoon tea! Homemade tasty sandwich’s and cakes, in a lovely setting served by delightful staff. Would recommend a visit or 2!

Friendly cafe with a good choice of coffees and options for milk (oat, almond, soya) available. Great looking cakes and a nice variety of smoothies made with actual (frozen) fruit rather than syrups. I had eaten lunch before meeting a friend for coffee but the frittata looked so good that I managed to squeeze it in. Delicious. Close to Beacon Hill for a walk afterwards.

We stopped by this morning as a group of three (with a dog making four) and had a very enjoyable breakfast. The service is really friendly, and the atmosphere comfortable and inviting. Food is also fantastic - homemade and delicious. Highly recommended and we will be back.

We visited the cafe next door this afternoon with 2 friends, we were greeted by friendly staff, temperature checked and shown to our table. The cafe is well presented bright and cheerful. The afternoon tea was a pleasing selection of sandwiches and savoury items, all freshly prepared and tasty, the selection of mini pastries came and we were not disappointed. There was ample food and they boxed up what we couldn’t eat to have later. Thank you to all the staff for a pleasant afternoon with delicious food.

Great cafe, staff are really friendly. The quiche was amazing ! Never had a quiche with such a lovely texture. A really good variety of cakes available, two of which we tried and were delicious. Temperature check on entry, online menus and staff all in appropriate PPE, so very COVID safe.

We’ve been here twice for brunch. Great breakfast (see photo). Really good coffee. Friendly and efficient service. Covid secure. Cakes look amazing too.. next time ..

Love this cute little place, great cakes and coffee. Love the breakfast too. Only place in the village that still serves. Glad to be back.

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Beautiful food and a really nice quaint atmosphere for all to enjoy I’ve not given 5 stars because I drove past several times before finding it and struggled to park.

Always welcoming, lovely staff and we can take our dog! We have visited many times, as a couple, with friends and with our family ... the service and food is always good and the cafe is always busy which speaks for itself.

called in after a good walk, was slightly suprised to find most of the tables reserved when we were given a table the sevice was mediocre but the food was really good

A lovely afternoon tea in pleasant surroundings, staff very helpful and food delicious. This was my second visit and I will definitely be returning.

Amazing cafe. Nothing is ever too much, great selection of drinks, food and alcohol. They also allow well behaved dogs.

We called in after a windy walk for some lunch. My son had the chicken baguette special which he said was delicious and I had the curried parsnip soup, quiche and salad trio which was also delicious. We were going to have cake because they look amazing but were both full due to the generous portions. We’ve previously enjoyed afternoon tea here which was equally yummy and excellent value. Can’t recommend this cafe enough.

Wife and I had a great afternoon tea here service with a smile nice to see freshly made sandwiches homemade mini cakes can recommend

Lovely little cafe with great menu, afternoon tea and cakes. Only down side is that it can be so busy at weekends it is hard to get a table and best to book.

Absolutely brilliant afternoon tea, thoroughly enjoyed it, highly recommended! Staff were extremely helpful and couldn’t do enough for us!

We had an Afternoon Tea for Two gift voucher bought as a present for us and we decided to visit The Cafe Next Door. It was an inspired choice, the sandwiches, cakes, scones and tea were excellent. An especially nice touch was the Happy Anniversary piped in chocolate on the sweet tray. The staff were attentive, helpful and very welcoming. The Cafe is a an extended cottage, very twee, little tables and it is very popular - it is literally the cafe next door! Booking is recommended.Thoroughly enjoyed our visit, and a special thank you to the staff.

You can't be disappointed with the cafe next foor. Relaxed atmosphere and friendly service. Food good. Not cheap but well worth the extra cost. Visit and see.

went for afternoon tea what a lovely place and staff are amazing to great food would really recommend

Had another meeting with a friend at the Café Next Door last Thursday. The staff are very pleasant - and I have to say the coffee is really nice - one of the best cups of coffee I've had for a while. It's a lovely place for a meet-up.

We visit once a week, the food is always top class and the staff are always very friendly and helpful. Nothing is too much trouble,absolutely brilliant

Have visited twice now and both were excellent! first visit was for lunch- excellent ciabatta sandwiches,cake and coffee. All fresh ,tasty and well presented. Lovely cafe ,nice atmosphere with lovely crockery/decor. Our next visit was for afternoon tea for a birthday celebration- not disappointed. Everything was delicious. Good value. Looked like there were good options for vegans/gluten free although we didn’t try these.Would definitely recommend this little cafe and will be back again soon.

A friend took me as a treat for afternoon tea. We were showed to very nice table, and from there went from bad to worse. We ordered water and for myself a coffee, my friend never got her tea. After a couple of sandwiches she wasn't feeling well, so I asked for the balance of the tea to be packed to bring home. We awaited 10 minutes for the sandwiches to be packed and another 5 minutes for the cakes. The sandwich selection was quite good, When I got home I emptied the boxes and thought my husband could have some cake instead of a pudding, but unfortunately they were very dry and not what you would expect for afternoon tea, they were ALL very plain. Extremely disappointed and my friend felt let down as it was supposed to be a treat for me The cakes shown in the photos I think are for show only, not what you get... On this result we will not be returning and neither will I recommend the Café Next Door. .

Visited for a belated birthday present. Afternoon tea booked. Sandwich choices varied and all good. Presentation of platter lovely and offered more sandwiches. Cake platter plentiful and varied, decorated beautifully too. Plenty of free flowing tea, coffee and water. Attentive but not over the top. Good surroundings in quiet room. Very full and extras uneaten put in a box to bring home. Value for money ++

Try not to visit too often as cakes are sooo tempting and can’t resist! Had a lovely fresh scone and friend had the yummy cheesecake. Drinks good and savoury stuff tasty too!!

What a great find! Delightful cafe with lots of fresh bakes on display and a good choice of brunch & lunch options. They also do afternoon tea by prior booking. It’s very nicely set out with several small rooms including a garden room and a small garden area. There’s a variety of seating options - armchairs with coffee tables, a big table, bistro tables & chairs in the garden and a couple of small tables with built in bench seating. The decor is lovely with artwork for sale. Dogs are welcome and walkers too. We’ve been twice in a week!

We had recently been to the local area and seen this Cafe. Its well worth a visit if you are in the area.

Excellent food and service. Nice location and stylish interior. Fab cake and very competative prices.

Having been for coffee we decided to take relatives there for lunch. It is very popular so advisable to book which I had. We were given a lovely table in the garden room. The service as always was efficient and friendly. The food was delicious and well cooked. We will definitely keep this gem in mind, even though it is quite a journey for us from The Nottingham area.

‘We’ve been here 2 years’. 2 years! What wasted time. Now we know, we will definitely be more regular visitors. We live a fair way away but it’s still worth the drive combined with a visit to the park. Best brunch we’ve had in the UK for years. Served with a smile and patience as we changed tables 3 times. Sorry.Coffee was also very good which is not always a given sadly. Take-away brownie was also fantastic. Thanks for being great. See you again soon.

Amazing afternoon tea. Beautiful presented and delicious favours. Lots of food, we count finish it so took a couple of treats home

Friend & I had a lovely brunch....eggs Florentine!! Lovely...looked so pretty with garnish!!! Lovely clean cafe...cakes looked tasty but did have one!!! We sat inside but the garden area looked fab and a doggy friendly section too!! Definitely another visit needed.!!!!

This is a cosy coffee shop - which could be a nice place to meet - but I think the owners need to think seriously about customer service. The coffee, when it came, was very good - but it took about half an hour. Perhaps some changes in customer communication is needed ?

Wow... What a lovely little cafe, hidden away so to speak.... Unfortunately we literally only had time for a coffee each, BUT it was a dam good coffee, with friendly service.... Can't wait to return and eat there... We saw all the food coming out to other customers, cakes, scones, sandwiches etc they looked out of this world...

Pre booked for afternoon tea with my family. Promptly shown to reserved table. Lots of English tea. Finger sandwiches. Cakes. Good service good value

Lovely little cafe. Good service. Great atmosphere. Quite a range of choice on offer. Plenty of filling in the sandwich I had.

We visited after a walk in the woods for hot drinks and a snack. The hot drinks were a decent size and the rocky roads were delicious and the scones were massive! Very friendly staff and a welcoming atmosphere...

A friend bought me a voucher for afternoon tea at The Cafe Next Door for Christmas. I’d never visited before but had heard it had won an award for their afternoon tea! Phoned a week earlier to book a table and preorder sandwiches. Could chose 4 fillings from 6 choices which is good. When we arrived our table was set up and we were asked if we wanted tea or coffee. It’s a shame that the tea is unlimited but the coffee isn’t. Great for me as I’m a tea drinker and managed 2 pots full. However my partner only had one latte included in the price. Sandwiches were brought to us and were freshly made and tasty plus a couple of slices of quiche. We were then presented with our scones and cakes. All were very tasty. I had mentioned on the phone my partner was allergic to oranges so was a little perplexed that the fancy writing was actually orange flavoured chocolate. I did bring this to the servers attention as a minor point for future reference.

Visited for afternoon tea with 3 friends as a post Christmas treat and catch up. The cafe next door was fantastic, it was my first visit and a recommendation from a friend.

Perfect festive afternoon tea and lovely staff. Dessert section a work of art - almost too pretty to eat! Would highly recommend.

We booked afternoon tea here and it was a delight. We had a choice of 4 different sandwich fillings which were pre ordered so that everything was ready for our arrival. Tea was topped up without asking and a lovely slice of homemade quiche was also provided. Scones, cake and biscuits followed with a fresh pot of tea. Delicious. Lovely place to visit with excellent service.

I have been there for coffee and cake or for brunch in several occasions. I would recommend it for family, friends and couples. Drinks and food are delicious. Excellent staff and facilities.

This cafe deserves every excellent rating it gets. I would recommend the vegetarian signature sandwich to anyone, if I could eat it every day I would. Well worth a visit

We booked afternoon tea at The Cafe Next Door and was very pleased that we could Pre-order the sandwich fillings.

I was gifted an afternoon tea and chose The Cafe Next Door due to their reviews, I was not disappointed. The staff were friendly and welcoming, the service was impeccable and the environment was clean and fresh. Lovely tea, delicious sandwiches and outstanding cakes. The portions were generous and the staff packed up the extra sandwiches and cakes to take home. Can't wait to visit again.

What an excellent friendly little cafe. 10 out of 10 as when I asked for soup without the bread roll as I can only eat gluten free bread, they said oh we have gluten free rolls would you like one with your soup? I was shocked and surprised and very happy indeed. Would definitely visit again when I'm in the area again

I had a voucher for afternoon tea as a gift, and found The cafe next door by chance when looking where a gluten free diet was catered for, we weren't disappointed, we had an amazing afternoon tea , my gluten free sandwiches and cakes were amazing, as were my husband's who isn't a ceoliac. We were very well looked after , the staff very friendly and polite. Would definately recommend. We will be back to sample more from the menu.

Fantastic little cafe with vegan options beautifully decorated within a delightful village most importantly dog friendly good staff and good food

Lots of nice things about this cafe.. nice ambiance, good cake , friendly staff, small outside seating area-it is very popular however so sometimes hard to get a seat but worth the effort!!

Was very busy for a Monday. Great place to bring babies, kids, dogs and wives! Great changing facilities. All the little touches, decor, crockery, soap in the toilet, whatever, is all well thought out.

We visited as a treat and we were not left disappointed! We had recently had another afternoon tea at a hallmark hotel in August and this one had so much more quality. A selection of sandwiches you can choose from all made fresh and presented well. The accompanying pastry quiche and sausage roll slices were also delicious (my only criticism is I would have liked a bigger slice, but I'm not sure I would have been able to fit it in!). The staff were warm and welcoming and kept topping up our tea if we required. Then a beautiful selection of sweet treats which had great variety including the classic scone, jam and cream. All of the sweet treats were made and presented well and enjoyed in a lovely relaxed airy environment. If your thinking of going for afternoon tea definitely do, you won't be disappointed! I'm hoping we can return to sample some of the other breakfasts and brunches that were also being served as they all looked amazing!

Have a lovely breakfast. Came with my aunt had bacon sandwich, bacon and cheese croissant. Would go there again

We had cold drinks which were fabulous. We ordered Tortilla and ordered the 'Mixed Side Salad' as an extra. Mixed Salad consisted of 90% Rocket (a whole packet of what you can buy in a Supermarket per person) and 2 baby tomatoes cut in half, not what you would describe as a mixed Salad. We then ordered the scones with cream and jam. The scones were large and could have been lovely, but they were stodgy inside and the cream came in little timble sized 'Timbles'. Not enough to put on one half of the scone, let alone a whole scone. Not an experience I would like to repeat.

Visited here for the first time today ...had an hour to spend before an appointment and spotted this little tearoom! The decor was beautiful with a lovely selection af sweet treats and scones...I had a beautiful scone with jam and I have to say considering I'm Irish and hard to please regarding bread and scones it was delicious !

We walked here with our dog so stopped in for a drink and slice of cake. The cakes always look excellent and we weren’t disappointed! Will definitely be coming back to try some more of the food and really liked the look of the afternoon tea! The chocolate and caramel tart was lovely

Cafe next door continues to be a really nice cafe with a great choice of food, good service and nice outside space. Worth a visit!

We were given a voucher for afternoon tea and found The Cafe Next Door by pure chance.

Our table which we had booked was all ready for myself, husband and grandchildren. Very friendly reception from the staff. I had asked for a slight change in a lunch dish for one of my grandchildren and they were happy to make the amendment. The food was beyond delicious and the cakes were luscious. Although the cafe is small the staff have made the best of the space and the little courtyard outside. We shall definitely be back and would hightly recommend this lovely little cafe to anyone.

Very nice sandwiches, didn’t wait very long at all. Nice feel to the place and staff were welcoming and friendly. Fairly priced and lovely taste, will be returning soon!!

My husband and I decided to visit the Cafe next Door recently for a spontaneous lunch. Menu choice was good especially for food allergies as staff were willing to adapt the menu where necessary. Pleasant staff and attractive decor. Very good!

Went for a walk up Beacon hill and stopped here for brunch. Avocados and eggs on toast which was delicious. The staff were very friendly and the place had great vibes for a late Sunday morning! Would recommend to go if you pass by!

Called in with friends after a walk. Really friendly service and a relaxed atmosphere. Reasonable menu to chose from with a large array of scones and cakes for those with a sweet tooth.

A small cafe, next door to a decorator's showroom, very easy to miss unless you know it's there. A varied and interesting menu, my partner and I both found the food delicious. The front of house female staff were friendly and efficient, and the young male chef certainly knew his trade. We were too full to purchase cake on our first visit, but returned the following week for just that pleasure, unfortunately our visit was late in the day and the best cakes had gone. The ones we chose were fresh and tasty and were enjoyed with accompanying cappuccinos. We both recommend this little gem very highly.

Come here for a hot drink with one of my friends and been dissapointed! I ordered a cup of tea and it came cold and it came like somebody alse it use that before.....disgusting!

lovely fresh food. Lovely relaxed atmosphere. Excellent service by attentive, polite and lovely staff. Couldn't have been better.

Friends and colleagues had been recommending this to me for while because of the many gluten free offerings but I hadn't had the chance to visit since the arrival of my baby daughter. It was our wedding anniversary and I had arranged babysitting so I got in touch to see whether they might be able to do gluten free afternoon tea, they said they hadn't done one before but were happy to. It's a charming little cafe, it looks very small from the outside but there is more seating further through and even a little garden courtyard out back. We had a lovely table and were presented with a stoneware platter of little finger sandwiches which my husband and I both enjoyed, we had a lovely pot of tea and when we were finished were offered a refill and the choice of more sandwiches or moving onto dessert. We decided we were ready for sweets and were presented with a lovely little platter (photo attached) of macademia cookies, chocolate tart, coconut sponge and scones. We really enjoyed ourselves and it all met with the approval of my husband too (who can eat gluten and doesn't always enjoy gluten free offerings). The only thing I missed was delicate china and a cake stand but then the stoneware is more in keeping with the relaxed feel of The Cafe Next Door, I would recommend it to anyone wanting a relaxed, tasty afternoon tea. We felt well looked after and it was really special, particularly the hand piped message, thank you :)

We visited here after a long walk and has a lovely lunch here. Was so nice to see the chef pick fresh herbs in the garden for the customers food. You can tell they use great ingredients and it shows as the food was amazing! I will defianlty we coming back

+The food was excellent. +staff were very friendly +garden is nice in the sun +A lovely atmosphere +Very clean - pricey for a cafe Even though i think it's a bit pricey i will still be back for an occasional treat.

After a long morning walk in the area I called in here with a friend for tea and cake. We both ordered a scone with butter and jam (they do offer cream as well) and we shared a pot of tea for two. We sat in the little enclosed courtyard at the rear which was very pleasant in the sun. The scones were perfect. Large, soft and warm. Butter and jam were served in pots and there was a generous helping of both. Friendly service. Exactly what we needed.

Small Cafe on edge of Woodhouse Eaves close to walks across woods. Short menu but not short on quality. Home made cakes, delicious and sometimes unusual soups. Relaxing and stylish interior and friendly staff.

Excellent earl grey tea and matcha cake. Nicely served in comfortable conservatory with attractive colourful cups & plates. Lovely way to spend a relaxing afternoon.

Visited this amazing cafe again in Woodhouse Eaves and had to write a glowing review.

Wish this was around when we lived in the village! Good coffee nice ambience good selection of cakes and nice breakfasts. Enjoyed the avocado egg toast. Were surprised though when we were given margarine to go with something instead of butter!! Very echoey too. But great place recommended.

I cannot rave about my recent visit enough. We had pre booked our afternoon tea and were not disappointed. As ever the font of house staff were very attentive and the food exceptional. We enjoyed sandwiches, home made quiche, home made scones, cake and pastries. All washed down with pots and pots of tea. My only dilemma is to decide who I'll be taking next time I go!!!

You won't find a café like this for miles! It is perfectly situated and it is so refreshing to find home-made food served with a smile. Little additional touches make it all the more appealing like warm bread served with the soup, garnishes to all dishes and nothing is 'bog standard', receipts served in paint pots! We ate a lunch for five people and paid £25 so not all pricey. It is well run and managed and the staff are very accommodating. Bravo!

I have visited several times now and every time the cakes have been very tasty. Always offer an interesting selection of cakes and treats to tempt you with. The staff are all very warm, helpful and friendly. I hope to return soon.

I had the red onion, beetroot and goats cheese tart on a bed of salad today and it was simply superb!! The cakes here are very good too - Stuart is clearly a talented baker/chef. Helen and Amy, at the front of house, are warm and welcoming. They enjoy and are good at what they do and as a result, a visit to this cafe is a great pleasure.

A lovely little cafe in this delightful village. The staff are eager to please and the food presented in a fresh and attractive way. The baguette is really very tasty but ... since this cafe opened two changes seem to have been made. The only gluten free bakes on offer these days seem to be lemon drizzle and chocolate brownies. They served a lovely apricot cake when they first opened and you didn’t need to be gluten intolerant to enjoy it. Talking of cakes I have been in a couple of times recently and been served with minuscule slices of cake for £2.70 + each. Last time there was one moderate slice remaining on the plate but the waitress still cut it in half before bringing it over leaving little more than crumbs behind. Sorry for the negativity as everything else is really good but I will think twice before ordering cake again.

Quaint,modern cafe. Lovely furnishings and a very warm welcome from the staff. Good menu with plenty of choice whether it be breakfast, lunch or just a drink and piece of delicious cake(s). Definitely worth a visit.

A very smart coffee shop in Woodhouse Eaves, lovely looking cakes on the counter.

Great cafe in the heart of the village. Breakfast, Brunch or afternoon tea you choose. All will be grear

The Café Next Door is a little gem. Pleasant staff, lovely food and a great place for refreshments after a long walk over Beacon Hill.

A really pleasant venue but way overpriced. Example scones were near 3 times the price of a nearby similar place, Very pleasant staff and good service

Called in for a snack at lunch. Excellent service, lovely food and even the dog got a snack. Cakes looked fab but I had to be good :-(

Popped in for tea and cakes with friends. The decor is very pleasant with nice gatherings of tables. There was a very friendly welcome. Tea and cakes were delicious, especially the scone. Toilet facilities were of a high standard.

This is a little gem indeed! I have visited quite a few times recently.Along with friends I sampled the delicious cakes and ices/gelato outside in the garden area at the back.

These delightful tearooms are a recent addition to village amenities. Four pubs in this charming village but it is about time that we had a tearooms and they seem to have got it just right. It's nice to see some more unusual flavour combinations amongst the familiar old favourites of Victoria and chocolate sponge. The sandwiches are chunking delicious and the bacon was tasty. My wife could even find a couple of gluten free options. Although only tiny the arrangement of tables allows people to sit in a variety of locations in alcoves , garden rooms and outside in the small courtyard.

I've been meaning to visit here for a while and we managed to stop by for lunch today. It's brilliant! Excellent service, gorgeous food, wonderful coffee and beautifully designed and decorated interior and garden. All in all, this is one of the best cafes around: tasty, friendly, relaxing! I'm so lucky to live around the corner!

I was taken here by my friend who lives in Woodhouse - delicious coffee , cake and delightful ambience. we sat in the sun but there were sofas as well as chairs inside. Lovely friendly and prompt service. I shall definitely visit again, and am thinking who to bring next time. There is an interior design shop next door with amazing range of fabrics, papers and paints. .