The Cream Chimneys in Scottish Borders

We had a lovely lunch in this small café. The chowder was delicious and the staff were friendly and efficient. They prefer payment by cash if possible. (They have a toilet for customer use, but it is at the back which is up a few steps.)

A wonderful place to eat and drink. The varied menu was a delight. The food itself tasty and generous. The staff - hard working and friendly.

This café is located at the Square in the town centre. The interior is fairly narrow and long with a step at the halfway point where the counter sits opposite the cake selection. This arrangement made it difficult to try to browse the cake display (and ultimately pay) without finding yourself getting in the way of through-traffic so we resisted the temptation of the "goodies". Amongst items on the menu were soup, tacos, quiche and sandwiches or paninis with some quirky fillings. We both opted for the less quirky honey roast ham & cheddar cheese ciabatta (£7.95 each) which were heated and served with a little salad and some crisps. Although the place was quite busy at the time our food was brought out in good time and we thought it was tasty. By the time we added an Irn Bru and Diet Cola (suitably chilled) the bill came to £23.80 which we considered reasonable these days. The café is dog friendly to the extent that they actually have a menu for dogs and there were a few of the four-legged clients in the building during the time of our visit, including one belonging to friends who by chance were also passing through Kelso at the same time. They were seated at a table for two so unfortunately we couldn't join them. Staff were pleasant in our experience.

This is one of the worst experiences my wife as a disabled person of nearly 80 has ever experienced. We visited after noon on lst June and sat down at a table for 4 and was immediately told by an assistant if we could move to a table for 2 as it was business policy to keep tables for 4 for larger parties. The only free tables for 2 were up several steps and it was pointed out that my wife had a stick and was chronically disabled and would find the steps difficult. There were around 3-4 other larger tables vacant and nobody waiting for a table. It resulted in my wife and myself feeling totally humiliated with other customers looking on . This felt like discrimination towards a disabled person and resulted in us leaving. I fail to understand the attitude of this business and how they could treat anyone in such a deplorable manner. We have visited this business over the years on a number of occasions and we will not return. The result was a delicious meal in another establishment who were friendly and very accommodating to our needs. We did feel sorry for the young assistant who was just doing her job.

The food was very very good. We tried the nachos, chowder and a few other hot meals all of them were well presented. The staff we friendly, welcoming and efficient. Certainty worthy of a visit highly recommend. Ps they even had a canine menu … perfect!!

Was once the best place to go In Kelso but since it as change hands not so good very poor customer service and expensive for what you have I had toast which was disgusting would not rush back

Great spot for lunch. Plenty of interesting options on the menu. Every meal was given a thumbs up. The chai latte was one of the best I have ever had

Seemed a nice place. Not busy so sat at a larger table away from others as we had a fidgety dog. We were asked (politely) if we would move to a table for two, even though there were several tables free and we only wanted a quick drink. Unfortunately the table was right at the back, near the kitchen and toilet - my least favourite place to sit! The constant stream of staff made the dog really fidgety so we drank up and left ASAP, The coffees and scones were lovely. We had planned to return for lunch but decided against it and drive home.

Excellent coffee and a fruit scone of superb quality. Topped off with good service at a reasonable price.

We were holidaying in the area for a week and visited here twice during our stay. On both occasions we really enjoyed the food especially the salmon pate and oatcakes, delicious! The staff were really friendly and couldn't be more accommodating, they even gave us a bowl of hot water to heat some baby milk. Tastefully decorated with a great menu and plenty of gluten free options. All in all, lovely food and friendly staff - highly recommended

A great place for me and my dog! Fab coffee and cake…lots of choice….and an ice cream and lots of fuss for my 4 legged friend. Properly dog friendly!!!

Had coffee and cake which was very nice. Pleasant staff who gave us loads of information of where to visit.

Really disappointed! Having travelled to Kelso for a different purpose we decided to stop for a coffee and a bite to eat at one of Kelso's several coffee shops and eateries. On this occasion we chose an establishment called The Cream Chimneys which just happened to be adjacent to where I had parked the car. I should add that both myself and my partner are in our late 70s and have some mobility issues which we tend not to highlight! As it was 11.20am we were a bit early for lunch but still planning on having something a bit more substantial than a coffee and croissant! On entering The Cream Chimneys the place didn't seem that busy with only a few tables occupied. As we didn't want to sit in the middle of the service area and as the only table for 2 was located in the middle of the room and hadn't been cleared we chose one of several vacant tables for 4 around the perimeter. ( No signs asking patrons to please wait to be seated!) On looking at the menu which offered an excellent selection we noticed that there was also a " Dog Menu" ( a novel but nice touch!) which suggested that this was more than just a "dog friendly" establishment. We duly perused the menu and having decided on our order ( which amounted to a value in the region of £25) I was just about to go up to the service counter to place our order when we were approached by one of the staff/ management asking us if we would mind moving to a table for two as the table for 4 at which we were seated " MIGHT" just be needed by a party of 4 or larger ( should that situation ever arise) and they ( the management) wouldn't like to disappoint them!! As this was highly unlikely given the time of day and , given that there were at least 4 other vacant tables for 4 on the upper seating area, we at first agreed to move to a table for 2 then realising that this table was yet to be cleared and situated in the middle of the floor, changed our mind and decided to stay put. When I explained to the member of staff in question that we didn't wish to be seated at a table in the middle of the room and would like to remain seated where we were I was informed quite emphatically that this wasn't an option as it was management policy that parties of 2 could and would only be seated at tables for 2 in the interest of all potential parties of 4 or more being able to be accommodated. (Actually quite embarassing for both myself and the member of staff in question given the audience of the other customers!) Hardly a customer orientated policy where 2 actual customers willing to spend £25 + can be excluded on the pretext that their table might just be required for a larger party which had yet to manifest itself out of the mist of a still fairly quiet Kelso at 11.30a.m. on a cold, early March morning!! I explained to the staff/management member that there were a number of vacant tables still available and in any case we weren't planning on staying very long to which she replied that she was sorry but she wasn't the owner and it was the business policy that parties of 2 should only be served at tables for 2 so that larger parties of "potential" customers wouldn't be disappointed! I pointed out that this was hardly an astute business attitude and definitely not "customer friendly" so we wouldn't be giving them our business and we left to find another cafe/coffee bar that would appreciate our custom. Especially as this was still a very quiet time of year for the Scottish Borders tourism & hospitality industry. In all my years in hospitality I've never walked out of an establishment in these circumstances! Not a good advert for Kelso and not a good advert for the Scottish Tourism and Hospitalty industry. Proof of the pudding of how wrong The Cream Chimneys has got its business reasoning is that 2 other establishments in the same vicinity that we visited were both full and couldn't accommodate us. We finally did find an establishment that could offer us what we were looking for and which seemed to be appreciative of our custom! I should add that as a former Scottish Borders Tourism and Hospitality business advisor for 14 years I have rarely come across a situation where a business would rather have empty tables than accommodate customers whose numbers don't match their table sizes! We left The Cream Chimneys feeling insulted, indignant and offended and, similar to a number of similar reviews submitted within the last year, vowing never to return! I appreciate that this establishment does have many more 4/5 star reviews but do wonder how many of these can be attributed to the current owners. Had we been bone fide tourists from another part of the country or from abroad our experience may have given us a totally wrong impression of what Kelso hospitality is all about and have left us vowing never to return not just to The Cream Chimneys but to the Scottish Borders!! " A happy customer tells a friend; an unhappy customer tells the world" "The measure of success is not whether you have a tough problem to resolve but whether it is the same problem you had last year"

Nice cafe, happy to accept our two spaniels. Food good, presented well. Although I was a Bit disappointed with the quiche as it was a small round one. It didn’t look homemade

Lovely food & coffee. Stopped by for lunch with the family. Very friendly staff. Great that it is so dog friendly. Recommended!

Place very busy when we popped in, staff did apologise for the slight delay in arrival of food but we didn’t have long to wait . Food was very tasty and well presented, excellent friendly service . First time visit but won’t be out last .

We visited with our two year old twins, and Echo the dog, and we all loved it! Possibly the best Smoked Fish Chowder I've ever had!

The Cream Chimneys is a popular, must-visit for lunch, light snacks or coffee n’ cake, famous for both its traditional menu and imaginative specials board. The friendly, professional service isn’t only enjoyed by humans, but extends to our four-legged furry friends (and the occasional duck - check out their Insta!). There is even a doggy menu! On my latest visit, the haggis focaccia caught my eye on the specials menu and delivered everything it promised, combining a Mediterranean staple with beautiful Scottish flavours. My friend had the locally sourced salmon fillet on a bed of salad. Delicious! Lovely ambiance with quirky Scottish decor and even an offering of high-quality gifts sampling a range of local crafts for you to buy. Situated in the middle of town with ample free parking nearby, this is a must-stop for any local or visitor to Kelso. Great place for family visits, catching up with friends or even small business meetings. And, last but not least, all very reasonably priced. Highly recommended!

Stopped in for a coffee after my work today in Kelso, staff were very accommodating and polite. Coffee was excellent, will definitely be back.

We recently moved to the Borders and were in Kelso doing our Saturday shopping. It was a sunny day so we sat outside. They are very dog friendly though with dogs allowed inside as well. Staff were welcoming. Coffee was good. We had a panini and a toasted bagel. Both very good. Bagels were excellent. There are some good lunch spots in Kelso but I am sure we will be here again.

Collapsed here after a good walk. Had really good sandwiches and wonderful Rhubarb Cake. Everything they brought was delicious. Two ladies absolutely rushed off their feet and never stopped while we were there but so friendly and helpful. Was sorry Piper the dog did not seem to be on duty today. Thoroughly recommended

A lovely cafe in the Market Square. Good coffee, friendly and helpful staff and some quality (if a bit expensive) gifts to browse whilst you wait. We visited twice; once just for coffee and the second time for lunch. The Morroccan tomato soup was delicious - served with fresh bread (or freshly-baked scone). I also enjoyed one of their Flora teas which tasted as good as it looked!

I looked at trip advisor and chose this cafe based on other reviews. Unfortunately my visit was disappointing. Over priced and tasteless lunch. I did eat my order but really it was because it was the only meal I was going to have for the rest of the day, not because it tasted good.

This is a very well run cafe; the service is brisk and efficient, the staff are excellent and the food is really good. There are lots of cafes in Kelso but this is a great option. Highly recommended.

What a wonderful little coffee shop. Great service, cappuccino presented amazingly! Super tasty scones. Highly recommend

Love this little dog friendly cafe! Great food and coffee. Jane and Wayne are very welcoming and of course we can’t forget the lovely cafe dog, piper 🐶

Stopped in here for lunch passing through Kelso. Food was fine service was good and not overly expensive. Nice central location with easy parking.

We've visited here a few times sometimes for lunch or just a coffee. Pleasant smallish space right on the main square in Kelso. Always good and so popped in today for a soup and sandwich lunch. Very tasty lentil and vegetables soup (if a tad salty) and we both had delicious cheese sandwiches - one brie, the other blue cheese - with interesting chutneys. Excellent coffee and large, yummy scones. Good Covid precautions in place. Sensible prices. Friendly and efficient service. Recommended.

Warm welcome- food is absolutely delicious. OMG the home made soup! So tasty. Lovely meeting Piper the golden retriever dog. We will be back. Thank you.

Sorry for a late review but am new to this :) Me and my mother-in-law walking around beautiful Kelso and decided to go for a coffee somewhere when quiet and no to far from town centre. What a lovely gem we founded. Staff very friendly and assist with the order straight from to arrival. We only had a coffee and hot chocolate but what a lovely treat it was! Good job everyone involved! We will be back next time when in Kelso. Of forgot to say the place is dog friendly as we had ours with us!

We were accorded a very special welcome at Cream Chimneys, a table reserved and tasty lunch served followed by a selection of homemade cakes. Ideally positioned in this lovely border towns main square. A must visit establishment.

Lovely snacks, soup, sandwiches and light lunches, all home made. Just had a fab hot chocolate and my partner a latte. Lovely resident dog and small but beautiful gift shop.

Lovely coffee shop with a good selection of cakes and scones. Friendly service, and dogs are welcome. There is a resident dog called Piper who wears a 'do not feed me ' scarf. View over Kelso Square. We often go on a Sunday afternoon - lunches and snacks also sold.

Came across this cafe during an impromptu stop in Kelso. A real gem. The coffee & cakes were delicious and the staff were very friendly. All covid 19 regulations in place. Highly recommend.

We were in Kelso today and saw The Cream Chimneys in The Square so went in for lunch. So glad we did, our food was very tasty. The homemade soup was delicious as was the Brie and apricot & Ginger chutney sandwich I had. It’s a shame we had no room for a piece of one of the amazing cakes on offer but we’ll definitely be back very soon to choose one from ‘The Table of Temptation’!!

Popped in for tea and toast on a Saturday morning. What a lovely atmosphere. Friendly people taking social distancing seriously without creating can oppressive atmosphere. And Piper the dog is a beauty!

Good choice of food. Staff are very welcoming and helpful. We'll situated on the town square and has tables for sitting outside on dry days.

The cakes were absolutely delicious, all handmade and fresh! Would definitely recommend for a quick stop and refresh and customer service was very good too.

An absolute gem of a tea room. Delicious coffee. The most wonderful home-made scones. Husband said he didn’t want anything but ended up with a full lunch because everything looked - and was - so tasty. Very friendly owners. Dog friendly. Fantastic

Stopped off for a snack, very friendly staff, good selection of food, felt safe with their covid precautions,

Really welcoming, staff lovely, food delicious and coffee superb, cannot praise high enough and real treat to visit

We would normally take lunch in a different place when in Kelso - but it was closed. We came across the Cream Chimneys and were not disappointed. The efforts made to counter covid 19 were impressive. The range of food on offer was impressive - at very reasonable prices. The hot chocolate was superb - and the story behind it absolutely fascinating. In clearly difficult times the hosts took the time to chat to customers and were extremely personable and efficient. We are fairly frequent visitors to Kelso and have determined that, from here on in, T Cream Chimneys is our go to lunchtime venue. Absolutely superb and well worth a visit.

Hot chocolate and Freshly ground coffee to takeaway just Devine. Homemade scones were very much enjoyed too. Polite staff and well priced menu. Will be back soon.

Hot chocolate is fantastic - rich, dark and sumptuous! Serves nice cakes and scones as well as good coffee. Love the friendly doggy!

Only a very brief stop for a coffee and a scone....made very welcome lovely atmosphere and a fantastic scone!

We were feeling a little nervous going out after Lockdown, but there were clear additional hygiene measures and a very friendly welcome, as well as delicious food. An adorable dog and the relaxing atmosphere of customers enjoying yummy cakes made for a very happy visit - thank you!

Collected a picnic/afternoon tea box yesterday - Wow it was wonderful. Really enjoyed the scones of course but the cakes and sandwiches were also great. Lovely touch with the fresh veg and fruit to nibble alongside the goodies. Thank you - made our day 😀.

good coffee and great choice of cakes. Dog friendly which is always a boonus for us even when we don't have our own with us.

For us, this was a new find and so pleased to have stepped over the threshold. An enjoyable atmosphere and tasty cakes and coffee. Do try, when in the centre of Kelso, you won't be disappointed

A lovely cafe right in the centre of Kelso, the Cream Chimneys provided the perfect lunch stop. We had two of the freshly-made soups and a tuna mayo sandwich, followed by coffees and a scone. All were home-made, fresh, and delicious. A great little cafe, with friendly service, nice atmosphere, and a friendly cafe dog to go with it. Excellent experience.

We have been here several times and the food is always of a good standard especially the soup. Piper the resident dog is very friendly and he does not bother you. Only one complaint and it is as much my fault as the young lady who took my money as it was much later in the day (Christmas Eve) when it dawned on me that I had been overcharged by at least £5. It won't put me off from visiting again.

We tried this place on our last morning as on other days it simply did not open early enough for us. A pity as we were staying in a guest house without breakfast nearby.Excellent range of cakes, good coffee and there was an excellent vibe about the place. Also there was reasonable room in the place and did not feel hemmed in. Took a little while to pay as it was busy - would suggest that this is the kind of place to come relax, chat and catch up with old friends, so if in a rush other options may be better. At the back there were craft items to purchase, not cheap but some very nice quality products.Just a pity it doesn't open a wee bit earlier.

Cute little cafe with lovely cakes, but the owners need to be a little stricter when it comes to other peoples dogs!Today we were in and one dog was barking quite nastily at any other dog coming in - causing one woman a big fright when walking in. Another lady brought her dog in and then gave it a raw cows bone with meat still attached to eat on the floor! Obviously this dog then got protective of its bone so growled at Piper the cafe owners dog...While I understand that it is the pet-owners responsibility to look after their own pets, I think the cafe owners when seeing something that isn't right, should say something!Piper - the cafe owners dog does have the tendency to get her tail in your coffee or cakes if you're sitting at the low table, so make sure you get one of the higher ones!

Called in when visiting Kelso, really friendly cafe with fantastic homemade cakes, sandwiches, salads and sandwiches. Quality of the food was excellent with really good homemade chutneys too. The cafe is also dog friendly and gas it’s own dog to welcome you. Will definitely return when we’re next in Kelso.

I needed somewhere to sit for a coffee in Kelso while my wife went shopping and dropped in here. It is small, but busy, with an excellent range of snacks and drinks on offer. The pet dog there adds to the fun - it greets everyone and expects to get fed treats (provided in a tb on the counter) and stroked. Should my wife need another shopping trip in Kelso, this is where I will be.

What a nice little find. On the town Square an ideal place to people watch outside the front window.Scones with jam and cream delicious. Alternative is the cheese scone.An extra large pot of tea. All reasonably priced. The staff polite and cheerful. Oh and a cucumber eating dog.

After a long and wet day, we were keen to relax somewhere with good coffee and cake. The Cream Chimneys certainly was a good choice. The service was good, the coffee excellent and the cake delicious. Not realising that they were about to close, we fell into conversation with the owners who put us under no pressure to leave and allowed us to look around the artisan items for sale while they were clearing away. Oh, and they have a gorgeous dog too.

had lunch there, dhal lentil soup and foccacia sandwich with tandoori chicken. It tasted good, the place was busy, service was good but not talkative, small tables which are maybe not hygenic with stuff down the gaps. Prices are about 30% higher than other similar cafes here. Also a craft shop there.

We were shown to a table and then ignored for 10 - 15 minutes. We had only popped in for what we intended to be a quick coffee and cake before continuing our journey. A simple acknowledgement such as 'I'll be with you shortly' would have been appreciated, but instead the waitress/owner made it a priority to clear tables rather than take our order. The coffee and cake was fine when it eventually arrived, but by that time we just wanted to be on our way. Another negative point was the presence of a large resident dog stretched out on the floor creating a tripping hazard for anyone trying to go up the steps to the counter or the toilets. Not a place we'd return to.

Went in for coffee and snacks, attentive staff, 'artisan' drinks and food, well presented but overpriced and crowded. Not for me.

Stopped off here today for lunch. Delighted that our 2 dogs were allowed inside with us. Service was excellent and staff very helpful and friendly. Food was delicious and obviously freshly made. Very reasonably priced. Will definitely be back.

Right on the square in Kelso. Relaxed setting and great fresh food. Beware, the portions are generous.

Called in for coffee, quite busy at 11ish. Really lovely owners and their dog! Intended to just have drinks but succumbed to a delicious cheese scone and other half thought he was in heaven as there were at least 6 gluten free cake choices. We will be back. Thank you Jayne and Wayne. Every success with your venture.

Visited twice today. Very nice coffee and raspberry bakewell then for lunch later excellent carrot and coconut soup followed by flower tea. Certainly would recommend, possibly worth booking for lunch as it’s very popular. They have a very friendly dog.

Was full when we arrived, so visited the abbey ruins and returned later for coffee and cake..definitely worth it!. Coffee's with a gorgeous scone with cream and a very tasty flapjack was perfected by sitting outside with a happy dog because he got some free veg!!

Cafe in the centre of Kelso. Friendly owner and dog. Paninis were tasty and served with salad and coleslaw. Home baking looked good, but sadly we hadn't any room left- next time!

Stopped for a coffee after walking in the area, so lovely to have a piping hot latte unlike the lukewarm ones you get in some places. Dog friendly cafe and the resident golden retriever is gorgeous

Lovely coffee shop as we love dogs find have ours today as too hot just had a coffee today which was great as always the food and cakes are always great though

Great place and excellent coffee ,been a couple of times now ,great service and atmosphere definitely recommend this place

Visited here whilst at dog show in area although we didn't have dogs with us on this occasion but lots of other people did.

Managed to get a table inside with our dog just as the heavens opened. Small menu with some good vegetarian choices. We had Moroccan soup, chicken on focaccia, soya latte and hot chocolate. Good choice of cakes. Came to just over £15 (we weren't charged for hot chocolate as waitress said it was their fault it was late arriving - this was unprompted). Nice items for sale at the back. Loved the world map showing where their visitors come from. Clean toilet. Friendly staff with warm smiles. Lovely!

great location in the center of town. good menu thou not a wide selection,good for veggie eats,coffee good.

This tearoom allows dogs in which is a great bonus. Good range of food for lunch and afternoon teas. Excellent range of exotic teas. Friendly efficient staff Recommended

Me and my husband dropped in for lunch whilst visiting Kelso for the day. This is such a lovely little cafe with very tasty food.. and the cherry on top is their dog ‘piper’ she is just a little jem. Being dog lovers the two of us had a great time! If we are ever back in Kelso we will defo be returning!!

Called in on 24th July for a late lunch. It was absolutely lovely. Chose the Cheese Platter which had 3 different generous portions of cheese, accompanied by a range of delicious salad and fruit, two different mini pots of chutney, butter and a chunk of bread. Very well-presented. Elderflower sugar free sparklng cold water drink. Wonderful large cappucino. Everything was lovely. The table service was prompt, polite and friendly. Prices good. Will definitely go again.

Was in the area picking up my new car and unusually had the pup with us. We saw an outside table,took it and were delighted with the service and food...especially the scones. Looking forward to a return visit.

We visited Cream Chimneys yesterday. The ambience was laid back and friendly, the service from Wayne and Jane was great. The food was delicious, and Piper the dog is beautiful and very well behaved. Would highly recommend.

On our first visit of the cycle tour, we stopped in for scones (freshly baked with sultanas and citrus, mmmmm) and hot chocolate (excellent). It was so good we came back the next day and had a lovely soup for lunch.

Went here for a afternoon drink with our family dog. Cafe was nicely presented and friendly service. Very dog friendly and also lovely to meet Piper the resident dog.

We have tried to visit a couple of times and found it closed.

This shop has great coffee and treats. Super friendly and competent service, too! Great place. Stop by if you can.

Well worth a visit. Its a small place with personal table service. A great selection of cakes to go with a decent beverage.

Was in Kelso for business and as I had time after my meeting so I choose to go to this coffee shop for coffee and something to eat.

Excellent, unusual snack food - vegan and Asian soups particularly tasty. Home-made scones to die for. Friendly family-run, welcoming to dogs. Cosy atmosphere, lovely coffee. Prime location in Kelso Square opposite Town Hall. Mustn’t miss.

Whilst walking round Kelso we noticed a dog in the entrance of the coffee shop. That is Piper (retriever) aged 6 who lives there so we popped in. We each had a nice coffee and a very tasty Empire biscuit. Cakes etc can be chosen from the 'Table of Temptation' A nice ambience to the cafe that also sells leather goods etc - apparently they won the Best New Business in Scotland award in 2018.

My son has a dairy allergy so the offer of quality dairy free cake was perfect!!!!! Lunch was delicious and service was just right, attentive when needed but without feeling intrusive. We will definitely be back

Stopped for coffee and cake one morning. The coffee was very good. And the cakes are all home made and quite delicious. Must go again!

Wayne and Jane (and of course Piper) are the perfect hosts for the best coffee shop in Kelso. The toastie was packed with luscious tasty cheese and Mrs Jolly’s cream scone was equally delicious. As a avid coffee lover the brew was sensational giving great strength and body, just right. Check out the fantastic arts and crafts too.... We’ll definitely be back again!!!

Popped in for lunch on our way to Lucker. Lovely quaint tea shop which offered simple lunches. Choice of a couple of soups and sandwiches, toasties, wraps and paninis. There is a list of fillings to choose from. We opted for Honey Chilli Chicken Panini and Chilli Cheese Toastie. These came with a lovely fresh salad and coleslaw, With 2 glasses of milk and a pot of tea the bill came to just unter £20. There were some lovely cakes and scones on offer but we didn't try them this time. Dogs are welcome and there is a resident one. However he wasn't there when we visited

Visiting Scotland for the first time. Found this great little cafe in Kelso. Very welcoming and friendly including our very large GSD x Husky. Definitely recommend to anyone in the area. Great drinks range and ice cream enjoyed too.

Super place to stop for coffee and cake. I usually get a window seat and it's especially interesting to look out at the market when it's on. Don't have a dog but they are very welcome at this location.

Easy place to meet friends and enjoy coffee. Scones are always fresh coffee also. They do have a dig, so not everyone’s choice.

Had a delicious bowl of VEGAN soup, wholemeal bread and my husband had a sublime piece of cake. Wayne and Jane were very welcoming. Charming decor and dog friendly. Piper the retriever gave us a lovely canine welcome. Would definitely go again.

Popped in for lunch with Nico our dog after a walk at nearby Bowmont Forest. Piper the golden retriever who is employed there as meeter and greeter ignored us but the people who work for her, Wayne and Jane, provided excellent food and friendly service. This is now on our list of places to return to next time we are in Kelso.

We had a very nice lunch here with our dog and baby. The owners were really welcoming and helpful and the food was great too.

Unusual tastes catered for. Lovely cakes. You must not feed the owners' dog!! Would love to go back.

This was my first time here and I was not disappointed, very friendly and warm welcome. The food was amazing I had the tomato and basil soup along side a gluten free toastie. I was very happy at the amount of gluten free options they have. I also had a peach and almond cake to finish off which was simply delicious. If you go here honestly try this!!! You won’t be disappointed. I don’t usually go to cafes/ restaurants solo but I was in kelso and felt peckish and was recommended to come here by archie Hume at A.HUME. Very good recommendation. I will be back

Called in this afternoon. First time ever in The Borders. A very nice coffee shop, very nicely set out. The staff were friendly, Piper too. The coffee was the best. Thankyou.

Went in with my wife and daughter.grate coffee and cake .nice place and owners were friendly. Regards Alasdair The Capontree townhouse

We were costing kelso and stumbled upon this coffee shop. The owners were so friendly and welcoming , and the cake was just delicious. Thank you again