The Coffee Pot in North Ayrshire

Good food, soup was really tasty, staff are friendly, service is quick. Limited opening hours but worth visiting. Feels like a real community meeting place. Huge slices of cake and a warm and clean coffee shop. Worth visiting for lunch.

"I had a delightful brunch with family at a charming cafe in Arran recently. The location was perfect, and the staff and locals made us feel right at home. The breakfast rolls were delicious, and the roasted broccoli soup was absolutely scrumptious - so much so that I'm now determined to recreate it at home!

This is one of our favourite places on Arran for coffees, cakes and snacks. We came here in mid-April last year but for some reason, this year they still have a sign up declaring them to be closed for winter! So best check before making a special trip to get here.

Last time we were on Arran, the café was sadly closed, and so we were very excited to try it this time. Very friendly staff and a lovely selection of cakes and traybakes to choose from. Lovely views from inside the café and from the outside seating. Would recommend if passing and we will return soon.

As this was the only place open in the village I decided to accept the distinctly "tourist" prices and the inevitable "greetin' wean", but as I went to sit down I was intercepted by a member of staff; "The table's booked." Just the typical Scottish Tourist Industry experience if you try to "eat local", I will bring my own food in future.

Staff were very friendly, coffee was cheap, tasted nice. But looking at the price of food was on the expensive side.

Thank you for welcoming me so well with my huge pack back and for the delicious hot tasty wonderful food. The girls serving were lovely. I'm currently walking the entire UK coast path solo for the RNLI with my Big agnes tent Aggie since July 4th over 9,000 miles ish you all made me soooo welcome it meant a lot. Thank you

The most delicious cheese scones I have ever had. Lovely, friendly staff. Really good coffee. Everything on the menu looked very tempting. Good selection of scrummy looking cakes. Views to die for. Cannot recommend highly enough.

The most delicious quiche I’ve ever eaten. Friendly and efficient staff in a spectacular setting. I ate outside with my dog and they provided him with water too.

The Coffee Pot in Whiting Bay is much larger inside that first appearances might suggest. It is also modern and very smart and has a fine selection of original artwork on the walls at most reasonable prices The name of the cafe could also be misleading because it is much more than just a coffee shop and has a decent menu of hot and cold sandwiches, snacks etc. We simply had coffees which were very good and, dare I say it, made a pleasant change from the ubiquitous coffee chains. This is a really nice cafe and the prices and service are very good.

Our favourite cafe. Whatever you chose, you will not be disappointed. High quality food made with love in clean, friendly environment. The home baking is second to none.

Absolutely fantastic food as always. Gluten free selection available. A regular for myself and my partner.

Food and service as good as always. Friendly staff and well prepared food. Invariably busy (always a good sign).

Checked on line which showed Coffee Pot was open until 4pm, planned a long walk to arrive well in time for coffee and cake only to find the place closed - there was someone inside painting though so why did they not bother to update website saying they were closed - very disappointed.

Yesterday had lovely tea and cake. Back today for late lunch, home made food, with lots of flavour and home made.....real food. 100/100 excellence.

Friendly small cafe with great coffee and sandwiches, they also carry Arran ice cream, which is one of the best I've ever had.

Really good rolls and coffee was very busy but service was excellent didn't wait long well worth a visit for takeaway or sit in

Lovely small cafe. Very Friendly staff lovely coffee. I had had sweet potato soup which was home made. . Dogs are allowed outside

Visited at lunchtime and enjoyed the toasties, good range of cakes and a tasty bacon butty. Definitely worth a visit and reasonably priced.

Whenever we visit Arran, we always visit the Coffee Pot for lunch. The food is so fresh and the portions are generous. It’s worth a stop for tea and cakes as well. They have loads of desserts, scones and cakes to choose from. I had...

Had lunch with family here Reasonable choice but limited for gluten free people with no sandwiches available Flat white coffee was a white milky coffee and poor Baked potato had been obviously done in microwave and was okay but could have been better Friendly staff...

Very helpful and cheery waitress. Happy to cater for our dogs and went out of their way to make us feel welcome. Prompt service and nice to be served by people who were smiling. Cakes and scones were great and our dogs highly rate the...

We ate at the coffee pot for lunch, which was lovely, homemade soup & bacon sandwiches & homemade scones Jam & clotted cream, cup cake & Cherry pie again homemade & piping hot tea pots. Fabulous

This was the only place open in SE Arran where we could have even just a coffee. It was so busy we had to queue for a short while. But it was worth it! The coffee was excellent. The scones were large and fresh. One...

Excellent food and service, lovely place for coffee, cake or lunch. Seating outside if you have a dog but ours stayed in the car across the road where we could see them.

Visited with friends for lunch and all impressed with service and food :) All staff very friendly and food (and baking) delicious !! Would have gone back more often but their opening times didn't match our days on the island.

Lovely cafe, delicious cream doughnut and cherry pie with hot drinks. Staff were very attentive and friendly. The views were very pretty on the sea front, and even when it rained there was rainbows. All and all a very good experience.

We had lunch here several times during our stay in Arran. The food was tasty, plentiful and fresh. The cakes were lovely and the staff friendly and attentive. Well worth a visit for lovely food in a clean and welcoming environment.

No scrimping on any fillings whether toasties, baguettes or baked totties. Fabulous home baking too. Need a couple of wee healthy walks to shake the calories off but worth it.

We had the freshest most delicious cream and jam doughnuts we have ever eaten. The restaurant has amazing sea views, great friendly service and is spotlessly clean. We will definitely be back to try some of the other amazing looking food we saw being served...

Delicious hot coffee and cakes to takeaway And enjoy on the sea front. Lovely friendly staff and fresh homemade products.

We stopped off for a cuppa and a cake in the middle of a bike ride and both were lovely. We paid about 12 quid for 2 hot drinks and 2 very generous slices of delicious cake which is good value for money in my...

Visited for lunch and the cafe was close to full, doing busy trade. Staff were organised and attentive. There is a good COVID system in place and tables/chairs/menus/condiments were seen to be thoroughly cleaned between diners. Food was good quality and generous portions. A solid...

We ate here for lunch one day during our visit to Arran last week. Toastie for us and chicken nuggets and chips for our grandson. Best place we found on Arran for lunch, very tasty, fresh and well cooked. Staff very friendly and value for...

Had a lovely morning brunch, helpful but busy staff. Well worth a visit. Sat outside and enjoyed views across the bay. Parking easy on the road outside.

No trip to Arran is complete without a visit to this quaint, friendly and welcoming establishment, I had the delicious cauliflower and leek soup for lunch, served by friendly and attentive staff. Already looking forward to my next visit.

My family and I walked up to view the wonderful Glenashdale Falls in Whiting Bay. Upon finishing we decided to treat ourselves to lunch and hot chocolates at the Coffee Pot in Whiting Bay as it is at the bottom of the walk. We took...

Yummy and hearty food! Good selection to choose from. Ideally situated facing the gorgeous Whiting Bay beach. Huge cake selection- fresh cream meringues were delicious!

Friendly welcome, nice tiffin and good chocolate biscuits following visit to falls. Very clear COVID signage and nice bathroom. Savoury options looked good too - would have preferred slightly stronger coffee.

Visited Arran many times and always love going to coffee pot for a cake or a meal . Yesterday we had brocolli quiche it was mouthwatering . Will be back soon

Smashing coffee shop / cafe with lovely views. Nice menu, efficient and friendly service. Recommended for a mid morning coffee stop or lunch. Shame they don't open earlier as I'd liked to have had breakfast there, but this might be reduced hours due to covid.

We visited the coffee pot after a long walk and sat outside in the sun. We had a cream tea and a milkshake which were lovely. Staff were very friendly and prices fair.

Best cheese scone ever ... the chocolate cake and carrot cake get thumbs up too. A blustery day on Arran but improved immensely when we called in for a late breakfast and a second round of cakes. Lovely friendly staff too

Helpful and friendly staff, good food, amazing cakes and nice coffee!! Service was prompt and efficient! Highly recommend this place!

So happy to have this great little coffee shop open again!!! They tended to our every whim- took our kid’s order from them and spoke to them with care and interest. Between us we ordered several cakes , ice creams, drinks and coffees. We were...

We arrived for a much anticipated visit to The Coffee Pot, as we love the view and cakes and come here every time we visit Arran. There were no other customers when we arrived although some did arrive soon afterwards. Our order was finally taken...

Over for the day, Whiting Bay is very picturesque and this little gem nestled right on the front with amazing views out yonder. Inside and outside eating area. The food was amazing - fresh quality produce, good serving size - just delish. We had the...

We called in today for coffee and cake it was beautiful and incredibly reasonably priced. Our son wanted some scampi. Despite the kitchen being closed he still got it. The staff were so friendly and he even came away with free cheese scones and a...

Extremely friendly little coffee-shop (and more) - serving generous slices of Victoria sponge cake ... Sweeping views across Whiting Bay encourage you to linger.

Brilliant Falafel burger and really nice, friendly staff. Great cakes too....will definitely visit again.

We have been to the Coffee Pot several times. The food is freshly cooked and the portions are generous. A very nice place to stop after a walk to Glen Ashdale Falls.

This is a busy wee cafe with a lovely atmosphere. We lunched and everyone enjoyed their food. I can personally vouch for the meringue and cream!!! Not hard on the picket either!

Had lunch after a walk to the Falls. Great food and cosy atmosphere. Quiche of the Day and lemon cake ( could not resist-and it was difficult to choose from the amazing selection!) was delicious.

Freshly made cakes are A-mazing! 😋 Milkshakes and hot chocolates got a BIG thumbs up from us all. How they made a simple bacon roll taste so delicious is beyond me. Certainly worth a visit for a treat or two if your Whiting Bay. 10/10...

Stopped here after walk to Glenashdale falls. Whilst it was quite busy we found a table quickly and waitress came to see us quickly. Lovely food and drink and very helpful, attentive staff.

Stopped in here before heading out on a walk to Glenashdale Fells. Good coffee, hot chocolate and a wicked caramel shortbread set us up perfectly 👍

Visited yesterday for lunch. It was very busy. All the staff were so friendly and welcoming. To food was really nice. Excellent gluten free toastie. Keep up the great work.

We visit here often when on the island and have always had fantastic meals here, the tray bakes are also delicious, staff also very friendly.

Had a quick visit after a walk, nice place. Good service, very friendly and the cakes are a killer, clearly homemade and excellent. First time, hope to get back.

Lovely food, fast service, huge portions, beautiful views across the bay. Outdoor seating area which is very dog friendly . Varied menu at reasonable prices. Very large , clean toilet easily accessed for disabled mothet. Very happy!

On my first trip to Arran I had lunch at the coffee pot. A wonderful menu at very reasonable prices. All home made, good sized portions, beautifully presented by very friendly staff. The home made cakes and scones were lovely. I would definitely go again...

We stopped by for lunch while on day trip to Arran- friendly staff, fresh, tasty food...and the homemade cakes- amazing.

We just called in for an afternoon snack so we only ordered scones and tea and a coffee. My hubby had a plain scone and I had a fruit. Both were lovely and tasty. Staff were friendly and service was quick! We will be sure...

A good location with friendly staff. Food was good, well presented with good portions.Resonable prices. We went at lunch time and it was buzzing with a good atmosphere.

So much more than a coffee stop. We had a lovely lunch from a great selection, followed by tasty home baking. Friendly staff, good prices and a view , what more could you ask for?

Went for lunch with a friend a couple of weeks ago. Food was great and staff friendly. View over to the sea was a great bonus.

Another visit to our favourite, great selection of homemade cakes...!! Friendly and welcoming staff...always a must when visiting Arran

The Coffee Pot is sitauated right at the foot of the path up to the Glenashdale Falls, so makes a perfect refuelling point. All the food was very fresh and tasty - sandwaiches, baguettes, soups, quiche, chips etc. Nothing fancy just good wholesome stuff. Also...

We stopped here for cappuccinos and then spied the cheese scones. We shared one and it was the lightest, most delicious cheese scone we've ever had.

We sat outside overlooking the beach and coastline. Service was friendly even though the place was busy. My salad was huge and so fresh. And cheap!

Popped in here after walking up to the Glenashdale falls, a local told us that the cakes were ‘to die for’ and who can say no to that!! I can totally agree the cakes were lovely, perfect with a hot drink and since we were...

Nice selection of cakes on offer and prices were reasonable. Sitting outside was beautiful but inside felt a little dated. Staff very nice. Not a wide selection of food on offer, no breakfasts which surprised us.

Brilliant little café in Whiting Bay, the staff are very friendly and the food is excellent. The food is really fresh and they have a selection of amazing cakes

Great freshly prepared food, home baking, soups, desserts. Lovely cafe, fantastic views over Holy Isle. Friendly staff, efficient service. Wonderful!

We have been here several times and again for this wee village the food here is consistent and beautifully cooked and presented. I love it! Its not very big but then that's a good thing... but its always busy. Staff are very friendly, helpful.

Great serve, value, tasty, under expect and over delivery. After a late lunch yes, there was no room for dinner later :) Will return.

I went for lunch with my husband and I ordered a garlic mushroom salad. It was one of the best salads I have ever had and the portion size would have fed both of us if only my husband doesn't have an aversion to salad....it...

The baguettes were freshly made and excellent choice of fillings. Home baking for the sweet toothed, puddings and ice cream. Cheese burger wonderful. Everything so fresh and tasty.

Small cafe but warm and friendly. The food is all home made, very fresh and tastes great.went back a second time as it was so good.

This unassuming cafe front delivers fantastic food and refreshments. The staff are very friendly and the food is cooked to order. I had the most amazing jacket potato with prawns and salad. My friend had the cauliflower soup which she said was the best she...

I love this place. It’s a typical cafe menu. Nothing fancy. Scones, quiche, rolls, soup etc. But the food is amazing quality and the service is lovely. The home baking is superb and very good value. Best place for lunch on that side of the...

Had lunch here in late December. The Falafel and spinach burger was fab - it was served in a lightweight bun with just the right amount of salad and relish - it comes with cheese and mayo too but you can ask to have it...

Took my elderly parents here for lunch, the staff were attentive, friendly and efficient, the food was freshly prepared and cooked to order. Already looking forward to our next visit.

We have eaten here twice this week during our stay on Arran. Staff are so attentive and the food is all homemade and super fresh. From milkshakes and delicious coffees to homemade soups, paninis, baguettes, kids’meals and homebaking. Today’s broccoli and cheese quiche (served with...

Stopped here for a snack lunch and was pleasantly surprised to find an extensive menu. Well worth a visit!!

Visited here after a long walk with the dogs. Had read good things about it on here , so decided to pay a visit. Nice beach front location, seating out front in planted garden area. Water bowl provided for the dogs ( plus it was...

Type of place I love no pretensions just good home cooking . Cakes the highlight but good range of sandwiches and nice quiche . Staff very friendly offered an adjoining table free drinks as their meal was delayed though not by long and not causing...

Wonderful cakes/scones, etc. Table service. Very pleasant staff. Prices are very, very reasonable. Highly recommended

quick service, good menu, reasonable prices. Good view out over the bay. Great Hot Chocolate and sandwiches

We are regular visitors here.Seating inside or outside with lovely views over to Holy Isle and Ayrshire. The salads are to be recommended.I believe all the home baking is actually. Baked on the premises: unusual these days.The baking here is first class. This is a...

Visited here a few times on a recent trip to Whiting Bay. Food is lovely and staff are very attentive. Not too expensive.

Deservedly busy with a great homemade lunch soups and main courses -recommend the quiche very welcoming and offers opportunity to sit inside or out

A super small little cafe. Amazing food. Vegetarian friendly. Very welcoming and friendly staff. It does get very very busy..... you can sit outside on a nice day and see the joys that Whiting Bay has to offer. They do milkshakes, juices, tea, coffees plus...

Good choice of home cooked dishes - super soup - gluten free, vegan etc - always busy which says it all

First visit and can’t wait to go back. The best gluten free toastie I have had in years. Great range of gluten free cakes also. Pre packed cakes but tasted great. Staff were very busy but efficient obviously a great team.

Yet another good place to eat on Arran (are there any bad ones as we never found one!) Great food, excellent 'butterfly buns' (wow)

Fantastic lunch great service very friendly staff. Varied menu Will definitely return that is for sure.

A great pit-stop after viewing the Glenashdale Falls. Coffee was good and cakes were decent. It was busy, clearly a popular spot. We wished we had not ordered cakes, as having seen the food others had ordered it looked very good!

Friendly service, pretty cafe, excellent range of cakes and treats. Savoury menu looked good too. Popular with locals and tourists alike. Plenty parking

Had a lovely lunch. Chocolate cake was delicious. Staff very friendly. Well organised, as it was very busy. What impressed us was that they had put fly squatter on outside tables ready for the wasps!!