The Dancing Midge Cafe in North Ayrshire

Oh my lord what a fantastic wee place, breakfast was devine and fresh cooked, tea was so good I drank the whole pit for two. Went back the next day it was so good.

Amazing, fantastic choice of breakfast menu, staff friendly and attentive. Food cooked freshly cooked, perfect to start the day with. Ultra clean premises, can not fault at all. Highly recommend

Super clean premises, friendly owner, best GF toasties ever, and real home made soup. GF pecan tray bake fab. Thank you!

Visited with my daughter, brother and niece. We all had soup and a toastie with tea and a couple of traybakes. The owner was brilliant with us and made us very welcome. The service was Swift and the food was magic (especially his wife’s Coleslaw) which he asked us to review. Will be the only place to go for lunch on Cumbrae from now on. Very reasonably priced as well. Thanks again and wishing you continued success.

OMG amazing little cafe We went first for lunch with the dogs (small dogs) and had a great food experience. We were so impressed that we returned in our last day in Millport for a breakfast. Six humans and 2 dogs . Felt so welcome and the breakfast was as good as lunch experience. Any scone lovers have to try the homemade baking. The owners wife bakes them fresh every morning. So good we took home baked goods home with us. This place is the only one that does breakfast on Millport and booking is a must to avoid disappointment. Love it and will return on my next visit to Millport.

After running part of the island we were ready for a hearty breakfast. This wee cafe delivered the heartiest veggie breakfast ever. Great food and a lovely coffee with brilliant service. I was full up so couldn’t indulge in the scones but next time. We will definitely return .

Best breakfast and brunch on Millport, keep returning! Lovely sunny location at the seafront with great friendly staff ! See you soon 😊 x

We read about this cafe online and it really does deserve 5 stars! One member of our party was vegan and the owner offered all sorts of options and ways he could alter the other dishes to make them vegan if they weren't already! He was just the nicest most accommodating guy, from getting our group a good seat to recommendations for good places to go back in Largs. The scones were so good 10/10 and yeah just a lovely wee cafe with nice things to eat and a super friendly staff!

Been here many times and never had any complaints. The food is locally sourced and absolutely delicious. Nothing is ever too much trouble.

A quick pop in this morning for a breakfast, fast and friendly service. Full Scottish breakfast was amazing, the haggis is the best I've had and everything else was really very tasty. My wife had the French toast and crispy bacon and we shared a pot of tea. Sorry, I only have the one photo, I was too busy tucking into mine 😁

Great spot for a cuppa and light lunch. We popped in on Sunday and watched the weather change about four times, outside. Such is the weather in Scotland! I liked the white decor. Lovely staff and owner. They were quick and genuine and answered all our guests questions. Great chat; great fun. Nice selection of things to eat. Not expensive. We'll be back, very soon.

Aday on Millport island is relaxing to say the least.From the moment we walked off the ferry and on to the coach,we were aware of the leisurely atmosphere.We left the bus in Millport outside the Pier Hotel and walked the two mile promenade eventually stopping at the above cafe for a drink.We sat outside and waited for our drinks.Out came the owner with not only the drinks,but a general description of the history and the attractions on the island.The drinks were well priced,and well presented.

Great quality breakfast, super friendly service, dog friendly…..what more can i say. Millport is on the up if this cafe is anything to go by!

Seen good reviews for the cafe so we went in for breakfast. The service was very good and helpful. I can recommend the scrambled egg, bacon and toast. Good food at good prices.

Came for lunch with my family and friend and have to say it was lovely. Nice and clean with lots to choose from - toasties, soup, french toast, breakfasts, pancakes. MASSIVE scones too but didn't have the room to try them, maybe next time!

Amazing lunch at this cafe. Lots of choice on the menu and the quality of food was great. Cafe owners very friendly and good value for money. Glad we went there, will definitely be back. Would recommend.

We arrived at the cafe with two very hungry boys who had just done the longest cycle of their life! The staff couldn’t have been more accommodating and the food was absolutely delicious. My 8 year old said it was the best lunch he’d ever had! The toasties were yummy and we really appreciated the homemade coleslaw and potato salad. Will definitely be back.

Great lunch today. Toasties with fantastic bread and great value. Well worth walking a few hundred extra yards towards Kames Bay for quality grub! Will be back.

Awesome brunch rolls - egg and sliced sausage plus haggis and sausage, mugs of coffee set us up for a stroll to see the nearby and very famous crocodile rock.

We as a family of 5 had a nice brunch at this cafe We all enjoyed well made food and lovey coffee and will return when next in Millport

Popped in for a coffee and a scone. Despite being busy we were made to feel very welcome by the staff(owner?). Great coffee, fab scone and value for money. We’ll be back. Highly recommended if you are visiting Millport.

Popped in this morning for breakfast, first class!! Pancakes went down a treat, clean plates all round and the bacon rolls were awesome. Delightful owner, can't wait to visit again! Give it a try, you'll be missing out if you don't.

Really friendly cafe owner who was happy to take time for a chat about the island whilst serving a decent cup of coffee. Came back for lunch the next day as liked it so much. Sat outside the cafe and enjoyed the view over the bay, relaxing in the sun whilst having a fab lunch. Had a cheese and pickle toastie which came with some crinkle cut crisps, tattie salad, coleslaw and a cherry tomato side salad. Delicious! Highly recommend

The owner is so welcoming! I am vegan and was struggling to find decent options on the island but in here was amazing had all the vegan milks and plenty of vegan options. Also gave me loads of suggestions on options I could have. Will...

In all the times we've visited here, we've never been left disappointed. The food is great and always freshly made, and the staff are friendly and polite and very welcoming. Service is always first class.

Just missed out on the leek and potato soup as it had sold out,but the minestrone was excellent .Lovely cafe,food and staff

Went here for lunch today and was greeted by very friendly staff. A wee mix up with the order, but overall it was very nice. The fresh made baked scones and cakes were also very nice. Would recommend when visiting the Isle of Cumbrae.

This is a gem of a place. During my week’s stay on the island on their busy September weekend celebration, I ate there 3 times. The food was delicious. As said in other comments, this family business work really hard 7 days a week, and...

I am shocked to read some of the reviews on here - we were greeted at the door with a smile by a friendly chap who couldn’t do enough to make us feel welcome. We sat outside with our dog (who was very kindly offered...

Braw breakfast the haggis is to die for, it is spotless clean, with a view to die for, always manage to get the same seats at the window, Boyd the owner is always welcoming and chatty, will defo be back would definitely recommend.

I'm a little perplexed at a couple of negative reviews on here re this wee cafe, we love it. Never have I had rude or bad service I personally go with majority of reviews which are great. Great food, service and cracking view. Covid has...

Got to be 5 stars wish could give more as its the best place on the island for brekkie, both Boyd & Sally are a delight and go over the odds to ensure that everything is just right, if you dont want something on your...

We have been staying on island and trying to support all the local cafes. We came across this little cute place and decided to try for some coffees and cakes. Served by a gentleman who made no chat with us. My concern was he was...

Rude, impatient member of staff who needs to go on a barista course. Clapped his hands, ushering us to leave because we sat outside with takeaway cups. Disappointing service.

We arrived after breakfast should have finished but the manager made an exception and we ordered 1 Scottish and 2 vegetarian breakfasts. All local ingredients and cooked fresh. Tasted great, as did the coffee, and was good value. Definitely recommend.

What a comedown from the previous owners . Food bot bad at all but sadly let down by surly “gentleman” serving . It was clearly evident that he was talking about his customers . Its not just my opinion , others have experienced the same....

Popped in for a cuppa and a bite to eat, not too busy and reasonably priced. Entrance round the side. Finished up having our coffee in the rose garden.

Amazing the food was delicious & the staff are lovely very welcoming. highly recommended to everyone.

Love the Midge, we went there twice for breakfast and it was fantastic as were the friendly staff who gave us great service.

We had a great experience here. Staff are really friendly and can't Di enough. We had tea and scones and a breakfast roll with lorne sausage. Everything was delicious! Scone was the biggest I've ever seen! Well worth a visit.

Visited here with my daughter today, lovely little cafe and very friendly chat with the man who served us. We just had sandwiches and juice, sandwich tasty and very filling. Speedy service for the time of year.

Service was quick and pleasant, food was lovely. Chicken broth and Mexican bean lovely 😋 cheese scone was big. Well worth a visit.

I came here on a visit to millport after seeing reviews particularly as vegan friendly. I have put off putting a review as firstly hate putting any bad review and secondly so shocked and still shocked. I came into shop and 2 people in front...

Friendly welcoming family cafe. Breakfast was amazing and vegetarian options available. Also served oat and soya milk options 😀👍 Menu varied with specials daily. A definite for any vegetarians visiting the island.

This is a great little cafe and the staff are extremely friendly. I visited Millport for a few days and here was my first port of call for breakfast. Highly recommend

Myself and the family have come over to Millport for the day and we stopped for food. The food was amazing and the hotdog was out of this world. Can’t wait to come back again. The gentleman was extremely kind and sorted our table and...

Yesterday my partner and I went over to Millport for the afternoon to run round the island and then stop for lunch. We got off the bus and liked the look of the Dancing Midge cafe. We popped in and spoke to the owner who...

Excellent food, friendly service and great choice. Accommodated my dietary requirements without a fuss which was very much appreciated. Highly recommended

Visited a few times during our stay in the October school break. Love what the new owner, Boyd, has done with the place. Small cafe on the front, bright, clean, hand sanitiser at the door, welcomes dogs ( as long as not too many in...

visited for breakfast yesterday and today while staying at the local motorhome site.Spotless clean cafe. Owner could not have been more helpful.Breakfast was lovely,all locally sourced ingredients.Coffee was very nice. Will be visiting again when we are back on the Island.

Very friendly , lovely atmosphere great coffee and lunches , we visited every morning for coffee , and lunch times for various snacks , all made on the premises

Lovely little cafe on the front - nice service, nice decor and really good food - the breakfast rolls were great. And really good value too. A great find

was there 3 days and had breaky here 2/3 days ! guy who served us couldn't have been nicer think we was the owner , food was the business !!! when we go back will defo eat here for breaky again , I highly recommend...

Great little cafe with yummy home cooked standard fare done well. Perfect for lunch. Staff were helpful and paid good attention to covid rules

On reflection, it is rather humorous that the owner stood about 30cm away from my husband, unmasked and talking directly into his face, to tell him very firmly and a teensy bit aggressively that we had to wear masks to walk the few inches between the door and our table. It’s a small place. The table was virtually outside. When we laughed about this nonsense (he wasn’t wearing a mask himself), he proceeded to give us a little lecture about turning up without a face mask. He carried on as we walked away, calling after us about our terrible behaviour. (!?)I got an anti-English vibe. Don’t turn up without a face mask, or maybe better still find somewhere else. We did, and it was great. Yum yum.

Lovely little cafe right opposite the beachfront. Stopped for coffee and the cheesiest cheese scones we’ve seen. Worth a visit if you’re on the island.

We had a great time at The Dancing Midge cafe today. The owner is a true credit to the establishment - he was friendly, helpful and even catered to our dog by providing her with a water bowl upon arrival. The food was great. Portions are of a substantial size and the menu is good value for money. Even though the cafe is small, they do offer a takeaway service which would be perfect for the beach.Please consider stopping here and helping a small business, especially after the events of this past year.

Great breakfasts and lunches, divine cakes, and a wee water dish for the dogs if you need it. A busy wee cafe that's well worth a visit :)

A polite and warm welcome we got in the cafe. It is clean and well maintained, the food was tasty and a decent menu was on offer.

Just love this place. We always eat here when visiting Millport. Fabulous food, outstanding service, spotlessly clean and gorgeous views.

Friendly and welcoming with fantastic service and great menu! Recommend the French Toast! Will be a regular stop when returning to the island in future. Be sure to avoid the stuffy Fawlty Towers-esque Millport haunts and support this fantastic team who truly appreciate the custom.

Very friendly staff food delicious won’t hesitate too return this place was very clean fantastic view of crocodile Rock

The owner is very friendly and helpful. A water bowl was put out for my extremely grateful dog. Our lunch was excellent and well presented. The restaurant is clean and beautiful with a lovely seaside feel. We will be regular visitors. Thank you.

We came here for breakfast on our trip to Millport. The menu has lots of variety for breakfast including bagels, french toast and fry ups. I had the midge breakfast which was a fry up with some toast. My partner had a breakfast bagel. Both were very tasty and not one bit greasy, great value. We also had two lattes and the coffee was nice and strong, I would recommend this place for a visit. Also we sat outside as the weather was lovely. The staff were very friendly

having lunched here yesterday the gentleman directed me to the public toilets across the road. I must congratulate Millport Council for the great toilet block It was very clean and tidy and didn't mind the 40p entry .

Lovely welcome, tables well-spaced out, exceptionally clean, fresh interior. Nothing was any bother at all. We enjoyed our delicious breakfast with a great view!

A lovely, friendly owner who was so helpful. The French toast was perfect. The coffee was delicious. The scone was warm and huge and fluffy. My son said the milkshake was the best. Our dog was welcome.

Spent today here in Millport.Beautiful day here weather wise however everything closed due to Covid. The Dancing Midge was open. We arrived there at 3.05pm and cafe was just closing. The owner accommodated us and served us grab giant hot dogs and coffee. Most enjoyable and we had the pleasure of the owners company which was great. I along with my son and daughter sat outside as the weather was great and it just made our day.Thanks again to this little cafe for such a memorable experience. I hope that next year might be back to some kind of normality to you and everyone concerned you deserve it.

Took the ferry from Largs and over to Millport for a breath of sea air. Stooped for a coffee at the small but excellent cafe. Spotted some home baking so indulged in superb cake and long forgotten empire biscuit. Very friendly and well managed under the present conditions. Hot food looked delicious too but too early for lunch. Walked off the calories on way back to the ferry. Happy days.

Called in for the all day breakfast after doing the inner circle walk on what was a very dreich day. We were very glad we did - both the service and food were excellent and the brunch so filling that we didnt need anything else for the whole day. The white painted walls of the cafe immediately make you feel brighter and warmer and the hanging dividers between tables and the other covid precautions make you feel safe. Our only mistake was sitting at the table near the door because the wind we thought we'd left behind kept trying to get in

Delicious brunch and the fruit scones were amazing. Best cup of coffee on the island. Plus very friendly staff.

Stopped off for a quick bite to eat before heading home from a weekend break and we weren't disappointed.The breakfast rolls were spot on, the service was efficient and the proprietor was friendly, chatty and made us feel very welcome.The cafe had been refurbished to a refreshing and good standard. Needless today that we will revisit this cafe on our next trip to Millport.

My boyfriend and I were recommended this place by my Uncle who has a house in Millport. Super friendly and charming welcome from the gentleman serving us. I had a delicious hot bacon roll, whilst my boyfriend had the full Midge breakfast. Everything was perfect and we would definitely return here. We sat outside and enjoyed the beautiful view across the water.

Delightful little cafe, immaculately presented, delicious food and very warm welcome. Staff couldn’t have done more for us and our 4 young children. Brightened up our visit to Millport on a typically dreich Scottish summers day. Highly recommend a visit here.

Visited here for breakfast and it’s a very friendly and lovely little shop, run well and the food was great throughly enjoyed it and even took a few cakes home with us. It’s a must for food on the island

Always visit this cafe when in Millport. It has new owners and the food and service are still wonderful. They have adapted really well in light of the pandemic, spotlessly clean and screens between tables. The soup and cheese scone, paninis, scones, merangues are all amazing and the best french toast! Lovely new owners, very friendly.

Very clean and fresh. The staff are well turned out and friendly. There is a variety of food to choose from . We got carry out food which was first class. Definitely worth a visit.

Always fresh food & friendly service. Everyone whether locals or tourists treated like family. Recommended for breakfast, lunch & CAKE!

Great place, welcoming staff and amazing coffee and scones - particularly liked the wee glass jar of clotted cream it was cute

Called in for lunch after reading other reviews. What a find! Husband had the Scottish breakfast, it looked amazing. I had homemade chilli con carne and our 6 year old had kids French toast with bacon & maple syrup which she devoured. The kids meals include a drink and either crisps or a biscuit for £3!! We finished with homemade cake. Utter bliss.This is such a welcoming little cafe, we were made to feel at home and nothing was a bother. Can’t recommend enough.

This fabulous little cafe was right up our street! Great breakfast that suited the whole family - roll and sausage for teenage daughter, cheese toastie for daughter with coeliac, full Scottish breakfast for dad and myself with an amazing french toast, maple syrup and bacon!! All made very promptly with a very friendly front of house!! Sad to see it’s up for sale but hopefully it will keep going for a wee while longer!!

Best breakfast on the island would defo recommend, busy wee place so get in early folks, spotlessly clean & friendly staff

On a sunny day. .. get Ferry + walk to Millport, to have appetite for big tattie wiv smoked salmon + cream cheese....superb lunch. Place is for sale so go soon + have a big pot of tea for two too.

It's almost like popping into the home of the friend who always has the kettle on and a supply of goodies : ) Welcoming , yummy food and such a lovely atmosphere ! Oh and good advice dished up too : ) HIGHLY recommended ! !

My wife and I bought a property on the island and we quickly found this to be a fantastic cafe to eat in.The menu is varied from standard breakfast food to panini, toasties and a small selection of meals.My favourite is the French Toast, which is best I’ve ever tasted.Nothing is a bother to Moira the owner who is very welcoming.Only problem is it’s very busy as it’s so popular so be quick!!Never tried the scones but told they are amazing.Best cafe on the island and well worth a visit.

1 year later, same food, same service, and always a great reception when we visit the dancing midge, great service, always with a smile, a lovely fresh breakfast, family love the french toast and bacon/honey this place is a gem.

Great atmosphere with amazing staff and fantastic food! Highly recommend this family run business. Coffee is best on the island.

This outstanding cafe is situated in the perfect location for sitting watching the world go by (and the boats as it looks out over the Newton Sands Bay and Crocodile Rock. The team in the cafe cannot do enough for you and the menu caters for all dietary requirements and all ages. The food itself, you can tell it’s made fresh and is always a delight to eat.

Super lunch today, freshly prepared by friendly staff. Menu has plenty of choice, cafe can be busy at times but worth the wait!

8 of us popped in for breakfast. They managed to seat us all without a problem. Everyone of us enjoyed what we had and one even said probably the best omelette they’d ever had. Lady who owns it was very friendly as well. Would recommend eating here when visiting Millport.

This place is a lovely little find! We popped in after a lovely walk along the water and enjoyed a tasty lunch. The staff were very friendly and the manger was fantastic...the cafe does not take card payments and staff were very understanding when we found we only had our card with us. We were told just to ‘pop back’ with cash once we’d finished our lunch. Wow! Lovely place and our lunch was perfect...definitely recommend the cream cheese and salmon bagel!!! :)

Four of us in for a late morning breakfast. Fast friendly service and wonderful food. Superb! Highly recommended for any visitors to Millport.

This is a great place to go when you are in Millport.

Visited several times on our stay and everything we had from Toasted panini to a delicious ham salad roll to our breakfast rolls in the morning of sausage, egg and scrambled egg were fantastic.... staff were polite, helpful and courteous and before we left to return home we had to buy the delicious looking scones and empire biscuits!! Please please don’t sell!!! We hope to see you soon

We all think we know how to run a cafe but if you want to see excellent service great simple food and an atmosphere that makes you relax then this place has it all. Such a friendly welcoming cafe with excellent coffee and perfect for a family. With our son needing dairy free options they quickly and easily accommodated without losing any taste or value. We have eaten here many many times over the years and now list it as a main attraction of the island. We could do with many more cafes like this. A jewel in the isle.

Just had french toast with ham and cheese and maple syrup Absolutely amazing well worth a visit to try

Another regular place for us. Had the cheese omelette and it must be the fluffiest lightest omelette I’ve ever had. Fantastic.

Had breakfast here on saturday morning while visiting Millport for weekend, what can i say, staff super friendly, views are amazing and breakfast rolls and coffee dellicccccccioussssss x

Eaten at the Dancing Midgie a few times now and it never fails to deliver awesome food and a most friendly welcoming atmosphere.....cannot wait for our next visit ....

Stopped for brunch on walk round island. Sat in sun at the window. Fantastic food and coffees and warm welcome.