The Larder Oakham in Rutland

Amazing food, friendly staff and good coffee. Quaint small space but didn’t feel cramped. Unfortunately I didn’t get a photo of my food so I’ll have to come back.

Cafe perfection! The coffee was incredible - super smooth and beautiful latte art! Delicious cookies and cake too. Friendly, welcoming service and a lovely atmosphere. Thank you!

It may have a name that is the homophone of a famous Russian make of family vehicle, but the team at The Larder are no slow coaches. They were on it. I would put my neck out and say that my coffee was prepared in a life time best time. The Barista-to-Waitress-to-Table time was in fact so quick, it arrived after I had sat down! Again, like many of the independent cafes in Oakham. Service, produce, comfort… Awesome. It just needs… to be better than its local rivals. I’m basically asking for the impossible.

Faultless..fabulous coffee,delicious cooked breakfast, friendly service and lovely relaxed atmosphere.

I recently had the pleasure of enjoying breakfast at The Larder in Oakham, and it was an outstanding experience from start to finish. The moment I walked in, I was struck by the cozy and inviting atmosphere, with its warm décor and friendly vibe. The breakfast menu is impressive, offering a great variety of options, all made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. I opted for the full English breakfast, and it was simply perfect. The eggs were cooked to perfection, the potatoes were incredibly flavorful, and the tomatoes and mushrooms added just the right touch of freshness. Everything was cooked just right, with an attention to detail that truly made a difference. The coffee was equally excellent, rich and robust, providing the perfect complement to the meal. They also offer a selection of teas and other beverages that cater to all tastes. The service was top-notch, with the staff being friendly, attentive, and efficient. Despite the café being busy, they made sure that everyone was well looked after, which added to the overall positive experience.

I am so glad I moved to Oakham for this place alone! Have the best breakfast every time I go. Recommend booking and grabbing a sweet treat on your departure

Had a lovely breakfast with friends

Delicious coffee and sourdough toast.

Lovely cafe, very friendly staff and excellent food/coffee.

5 stars doesn't do this place justice. From the lovely layout, to the warm welcome, already making you feel great, to the exquisite food and coffee, this place is excellent.

Nice local cafe for a quiet lunch. I had the smoked salmon sandwich and it was good. It’s a quiet place to have a chat.

Lots of choices and plenty available. Excellent staff and great service

Been here a few times now and have enjoyed it every time. Nice atmosphere, friendly staff and great food. Also dog friendly. Not the biggest place but managed to get a table every time. Plenty of options for both food and drink (including vegan/vegetarian).

Had the Sausage toastie delicious my companion had the Thai Broccoli and Potato and loved it too.

Multiple great vegetarian options

This was the perfect spot for a bank holiday weekend breakfast. Loads of vegetarian options, absolutely gorgeous coffee, and smoothies that were out of this world. It's cute and conveniently located in the centre of Oakham town centre. Really worth a visit - absolutely delightful.

Very good coffee , food , service fantastic & excellent location.

Absolutely wonderful breakfast. Very dog friendly. Busy but great service.

What a fabulous café. Coffee and tea were outstanding and the Chicken Caesar sandwich I had was incredible. Fantastic bread and a perfect balance of fillings. Service and the team were great. Very highly recommended.

Great cafe with an interesting menu and great vegan/vegetarian breakfast options. Definitely worth a repeat visit.

Excellent Sunday brunch with very good tea / coffee. Fair prices. High quality ingredients. Cheerful staff.

Food great - service was unremarkable..

Fantastic breakfast and coffee! Great atmosphere with lots of regular locals popping in. Managment great, everyone very friendly. Couldn’t ask for better!! 👍

The breakfast naan was to die for. Really really tasty. Quality food cooked really well. Great smoothies and milkshakes.

Great food and coffee. 5 stars for that but the service can be a little inconsistent. It's a tiny space but popular so they reserve tables for people...which is fine for a restaurant but just doesn't work for a small café. If you haven't booked staff can make you feel very pressured and in the way which ruins the experience. 1 star for that...hence 3 star overall rating. Great place but not during peak times. Needs to ditch the reservations option.

Great little coffee shop. Staff away friendly and good very good and plenty of it.

Friendly staff, delicious food.

Top service, pleasant staff and good food.

Such a nice little find. The Christmas Dinner toastie was delicious!

I didn't have food - just a takeaway dark hot chocolate and it was PERFECT. I love good quality hot chocolate (not your standard sugary Cadbury's cocoa). Go there just for a hot chocolate!

Excellent service, wonderful coffee, and fabulous fresh food in a minimalistic Scandi setting.

Delicious breakfast, relaxed atmosphere and great service.

The wife and I visit here often... it's definitely becoming a habit. The food is amazing, and the coffee is smooth and moreish. The staff are welcoming, but be aware that there is limited seating, so you may need to reserve!

Got a bacon and eggs sandwich bacon was like leather

Cracking cake stop on a Sunday morning ride! Friendly staff and quick service! Nutella Oat slice was divine and the oat flat white also! 10/10 would recommend!

Really lovely food, especially the vegetarian naan brunch meal. Really helpful staff too.

Really tasty food, generous portions and great value for money. Excellent service too. And proper black pudding :) also gluten free options

Great breakfast! Service was fabulous Thank you

The manchet was stunning and if I could give it 6 out of 5 I would 😀

Come for the coffee. Stay for the oat bars!

Decent coffee, decent grub, good service, nice place.

Great food, even better coffee, reasonable prices. Great staff.

Such a relaxing atmosphere. Food also great. We’ll be back. 👍🏼👍🏼

What a find! They squeezed us in for breakfast/brunch. The Breakfast Naan was delicious and the pancakes looked amazing too. My kids had poached eggs & bacon sandwiches. Definitely recommend

Great location, friendly service, tasty food offerings. Well priced.

Delicious food, with a great menu. I like the freshness & lovely smoothies. The only thing I don’t like is when they clean the tables.. the spray lingering in the air and isn’t nice when you’re eating.. would be better if they sprayed the cloth instead. Otherwise it’s lovely!

Absolutely delicious food, really good coffee and warm welcoming staff.

Excellent food, superb coffee and dog friendly too. Very reasonably priced, what more could you ask for. Definitely worth a visit.

Very cute coffee shop with excellent coffee selection and food. We enjoyed a simple breakfast and especially loved the sourdough bread they used. The service was great and food fresh. Wouldn’t hesitate to go make The Larder a regular stop.

Simply the best we have encountered for years, high quality in every area, a must when you visit Oakham. Superb, affordable and great tasting.

Great food...amazing coffee... and super friendly helpful team! Thank you so much for providing a much needed distraction to our baby so we could quickly refuel! You have no idea how much we needed it x

Breakfast Sunday morning with the wife and pooch, super friendly staff, super clean and excellent food too 😀

One of the best breakfasts I have ever had.

This place is REALLY popular with people who enjoy having their dogs accompany them to the cafe. If you're not a fan of dogs I wouldn't recommend, which is a shame as the food is bloody delicious and the service always super friendly. As someone who isn't comfortable with dogs, it's not great. The last three times I've gone there have been too many dogs in such a small place. This morning there were five dogs, I got jumped on by at least two, they got agitated at each other and regular barking, and I couldn't get out as every aisle had a dog laying in it. If you love dogs this is probably paradise. This was similar to my other experiences, although usually fewer dogs. So this review is for those of us who find dogs overwhelming, as fair warning of what to expect.

Delicious gluten-free cake and a good flat white coffee. Great way to have a catch up with a friend.

Fantastic little place, we walked in just before the kitchen closed and they were still able to accommodate us. The hot pork bun and hunter's chicken toastie went down an absolute treat.

After the place wad advertised as Dog friendly with the saying of More the merrier, thought we would give it a try. Unfortunately 5 dogs carnt be accommodated because other customers don't like dogs (knowing its a dog friendly cafe maby a different one would have been better option) was told was no space at the table of 2 available, knowing my dogs I knew they would lay happily in the corner as they go to many cafe with no issues but staff/owner thought knew them better then I do and said they wouldn't lay there. Needless to say we left without any drink or food, and having many "dog" friends in the area it would have been a regular place if we had been made to feel welcome with dogs which are bigger then a small fluffy lap dog!

Just the BEST coffee shop in Rutland.... Great staff ,who really care about you,the food and giving great service. Fantastic, especially Sunday Brunch...

Delicious Sunday brunch. Lovely staff, very accommodating.

Actually I had the ginger bread toast / butter, it was absolutely stunning & would really recommend it if you want some light to eat.

I had a stunning breakfast there today 10th Febuary 2023. Continued success to the Team

One of the very best places for a standout coffee and food too. No matter what coffee it’s been they haven’t missed a beat, their dirty chai is definitely not to be missed. All baked huts in the counter are fabulous especially the cookies and their sit down food much the same! Can’t think of a single fault !

Amazing Food , individual not mass produced & good quality

The staff are fantastic and the food is consistently exceptional. The locally roasted Two Chimps coffee served here is amazing. Our favourite place to eat in Oakham.

This cafe is a must. Cakes are totally delicious. Staff are so lovely. Lunch menu is great - all mouthwatering. Glad I'm local so I can keep going back!

Consistently brilliant breakfast! Always something a little different on the menu. Taste & presentation superb 👌

Great place for lunch. Portions are generous, the food is nice n fresh and there's a decent selection of teas, drinks and coffee.

Lovely cafe. Everything was spot on; decor, service, food quality, price. Well done all. Don’t come by this way very often but it’s now a go to place. Breakfast next time.

Great cafe that is dog friendly. Great staff & service. Food was lovely! Been twice & same experience both times. Worth booking a table as alway busy. Great selection of drinks, food & cakes.

A really happy place to start your day. Scrambled eggs on toast was prefect with a nice cup of tea. The fifth star was given to the friendly staff that made us feel welcomed. Thank you

Wish I been earlier.. it’s fab ❤️😋

The Larder is far and away the best cafe in Oakham. Beautiful coffee and fresh delicious food is always guaranteed. Welcoming and hardworking staff make visiting a pleasure

We love it here! Always relaxed and Frye flour combinations are super yummy 😋

Lovely place, very friendly staff and the food did not disappoint. I would highly recommend

A hidden gem! Only discovered The Larder through online reviews. Had a delicious breakfast. Lovely warm chatty atmosphere, great menu to suit all tastes including vegetarian and vegan.

Visited on two occasions to get a breakfast whilst staying nearby. I ordered takeaway online and collected the food at the time stated. Everything was ready on time, lovely friendly staff and delicious food on both occasions. I would definitely go here again next time I'm in Oakham.

Lovely food and coffee (recommend the dirty iced chai!) And always very fast and friendly service

Favourite coffee spot in the area, always a deliciously made coffee and the staff are lovely every time! Haven't eaten there (yet), but the food looks gorgeous.

Perfect way to do Sunday morning They need a bigger premises for more people to enjoy what they do !

Best food & coffee in Rutland!!!

Food delicious. Courteous prompt service. Tables cleaned meticulously after each customer. That sort of attention to cleanliness gives me confidence in eating their food.

A great find, excellent sandwiches and the best coffee ever served by attentive friendly staff.

Gorgeous place with amazing food and coffee! Super friendly when it comes to little ones too. Couldn’t recommend more 🤩

Food was out of this world. And the staff are amazing

Lovely breakfast. Will go back again

Noisy "but extreamly nice 😍😍☕️☕️❤️❤️😁😁

A wonderful independent cafe in an excellent location. I've visited several times and have been impressed with the quality of the food, coffee (supplied by a local roaster) and best of all, the service. A cosy atmosphere, credit cards accepted. Under new ownership 2022

Delicious pancakes 🥞 😋 lovely and friendly staff. Definitely return soon 👍

The best brunch I've had in years. Worth going to Oakham just for this place!

Fantastic coffee and brunch made with local produce 👍

This is a great place for breakfast at Christmas.

Really friendly staff, incredible food and well priced. The puddings are generous and they are very environmentally conscious and care for all tastes and needs. Well worth a visit and support the local business.

Lovely cosy place with great coffee and the best vegan brownies.

Fantastic restaurant. First visit but certainly will call again. Food excellent.

Fantastic little eatery! Food was amazing (I had the Pork Roast Sandwich on sourdough), and the coffee also brilliant. Love the style and atmosphere of the cafe, will definitely be coming back for a Sunday brunch soon! Staff also very welcoming

A regular go to for us. Lee and Sarah doing a grand job at The Larder Oakham!

Really nice place. Coffee was good and the food excellent. Would definitely recommend

Wonderful coffee shop. Great local ingredients, tasty food and good decor.

The Larder is excellent. You can see that a great deal of effort is made by the staff to ensure that every customer has a great experience. We'll worth the visit.

Wonderful place for breakfast, brunch, lunch or a coffee and cake too.