The Linton Kitchen in South Cambridgeshire

5 star Review ⭐️ I have to say, I’m only writing this because I can’t quite believe how friendly professional and kind the lady’s of Linton Kitchen ALL are, it’s a pleasure to go in, and then to top it off the coffee food and homemade delicious cakes make it the place to go any day of the week. I have to give special thanks to Alex, whom has never had anything other than the brightest smile on her face and my son now loves going in to get special attention from Alex. Linton kitchen staff, you’ve made moving here an easier experience for me and a warm welcoming home from home hub to go too.

Lovely little place with friendly staff 🙏 I had a black coffee it was expensive and extremely average.....

A lovely tea shop in a little village. I had a good latte. They also sell lots of homemade cakes. Friendly staff which is always a bonus 😋

The Linton Kitchen make excellent celebration cakes to order. I had them make me a Gluten Free carrot and walnut cake with berries on top for a birthday and it was absolutely yummy!

Very good all round service Will come again

Nice space, nice people, nice coffee ☕😋

Buen ambiente, personal amable, buenos desayunos y panes. Si volvería definitivamente iría de nuevo. El espacio es algo reducido pero acogedor.

The cakes are delicious and generously large. Unfortunately one cannot get a pot of tea, just a large cup with a teabag in it - more 'transport cafe' than teashop. The wooden chairs need cushions: they are uncomfortable to sit in for ages, while the rather slow service gets around to bringing the tea and cake.

Been calling in most mornings and now made it our mission to divert here whilst on our way to Newmarket. The food & coffee has been brilliant every time. Great to see there’s always a steady flow of business as Linton seems fairly quiet and a little ticked away. Will be a shame when our job finishes :)

We popped into this little high street café as part of a walk round the village. Welcomed by enthusiastic and friendly staff, we were stopped in our tracks by the fresh and sumptuous array of cakes, buns and savories in front of us!! Never mind what coffee we were about to order......................what delicacy should we chose????? I have to say it was difficult. The choice was sophisticated, varied and very different fayre to a Costa ( no offence Costa). A little more expensive than a costa/Cafe Nero etc, but worth very penny. The size of the slice of cake I had was generous ( not penny pinching) and the piece of cake my partner had was the same. Coffee excellent, so was the service. A real gem.

We must have been unlucky considering all the good reviews, but my polenta cake was so dry it crumbled on the plate with no flavour at all, my husband’s Blondie was so sweet it could’ve stripped the enamel off of your teeth! Not nice at all. Cakes not being displayed hygienically, all within touching distance without a glass shield. On the plus side a nice coffee. Our first visit, but we won’t be back.

I have been here a couple of times now but it’s not for me. I found the staff to be very dismissive and nonchalant. Cakes on display for everyone to touch and breathe all over. Cakes look lovely but dry and bland to be honest. Think the staff could do with some training in people skills.

Great littla place we frequent quite a lot ...kids lv the loaded milk shake

I used to come here all the time however after my last visit I will not go back. I ordered a cheese & tomato roll which they tried to charge me £12.50 for it! I was shocked at the prices as normally the sandwiches are only £6.

Always love stopping in here, lovely choice of food and the coffee is the BEST. I visit regularly with my toddler when we’re passing on walks.

Have used Linton Kitchen often to buy the odd treat with no issues. I went today however and the sandwiches were a disgrace. A 5 year old could have done a better job. For £7.50 a pop you expect it to be a reasonable sandwich not a store bought filling thinly spread on store bought white bread. Very very disappointed. If you're going to charge very expensive rate make it better than what i can buy at Co-op. Put me off visiting again as I felt like i was ripped off.

I ordered a celebration cake for my husbands 60th birthday. Not only did it look absolutely fantastic, it tasted delicious too. Having had my own cake business in the past, I was unable to make the cake myself this time for various reasons. And I have to say I was so impressed and would highly recommend their celebration cakes to anyone. I ordered a Victoria sponge covered with buttercream and a fresh fruit ring around the edge. As far as I’m concerned it was absolutely perfect 👌🏻

Always a great café stop on a cycle ride, warm and welcoming, decent coffee, fine array of cakes, generous volume of sausage in a bap too. Staff have a great knowledge of products. Outdoor seating is an option in warmer seasons too. Highly rated stop on Cambs Essex border.

This is such a lovely little cafe and the staff were very helpful dealing with an issue with our order which was quickly resolved. Would definitely recommend.

Great sandwich lunch and coffee

Beautiful breakfast and gorgeous place with some unique arty cards to buy, lovely atmosphere and on the high street which is full of character

Popped in for a coffee and bacon butty after an early morning meeting. Quick and friendly service, the coffee was a generous size (could've been hotter but v tasty) and the bacon, which tasted like actual bacon, was in a soft, fresh bun. The cakes looked good too- maybe next time!

Lovely little cafe. Nice coffee, great sandwiches but the Scotch Eggs are unsurpassed! Linton is a nice wuiet village and an easy trip out from Cambridge. Riding from Hitchin was a bit more if a challenge, but worth it with a pit stop like this.

Local tiny cafe with great freshly made food and cakes. Lovely tea and coffe. Charming decor and atmosphere and lovely staff. My favourite drop in place for breakfast.

Good coffee, nice cake, good atmosphere, local people wandered in and out, obviously very popular with people in the village

Such a lovely cafe. Staff so friendly. Delicious food. The cakes look so good but I was too full to sample them!

Excellent sandwiches enjoyed in the sunshine. Looked to be a great selection of cakes as well had we been partial to them at the time. Definitely one to return to!

Everything was great! Beautiful Scotch eggs and cakes. And coffee the way I like it, not too acidic. The staff are super accommodating and friendly. On a nice day, you can sit outside on the pavement. It's a very popular café with the locals.

We stopped here for a break on a cycle ride. Great oat flat white and this huge vegan cake very tasty and not too sweet, will definitely come cack!

Fantastic cafe - let us know if you ever come to Granchester! This is the perfect lunchtime escape. Always lovely, yummiest cakes with such inventive flavours. I would recommend the giant scotched eggs…. Get it with their mustard sauce!

Fabulous cake as always from TLK for a work celebration today, everyone commented on how delicious the cake was. Thanks Gemma and team :-)

Lovely wee cafe on the High Street Linton. Great atmosphere, spotlessly clean and tasty food. Not the cheapest but the food did not disappoint!

Wonderful little cafe, great coffee and cakes

Lovely little cafe. Busy and friendly. I had a gorgeous scotch egg

Had a lovely morning here. Had a coffee and a bacon bap. Both were top notch. A bit pricey maybe but the staff were friendly and helpful. Cake looked good too.

A delightful find! Great coffee and delicious cakes served really well.

Visited yesterday, lovely cafe , tasteful setting in a pretty village, good food served and friendly staff. Good service, would visit again.

Great lil cafe with lovely staff

A fantastic local eatery with delicious cakes, sandwiches, baked goods and yummy coffee. Always a brilliant time!

Lovely food and drink, very helpful and patient with dietary requirements

Great coffee and cake, brill service.

Lovely cafe, great coffee & cakes with very friendly staff.

Delicious cakes and lunch good coffee nice service staff friendly and warm. Really enjoyed visiting this cafe- recommended

Delicious, fresh food and coffee that is just as nice. Will go back for sure.

Popped here for lunch. We had eaten here before but a while ago. We chose the BLT which came with crisps and salad. Lovely granary bread and fresh salad and nice tasty bacon. Husband had nice latte and I ordered iced tea. Unfortunately disappointed as had to wait for them to make fresh batch and I had eaten my food and it hadn't arrived. In the end asked for it as take out. Wish I'd had the latte.

Popped in for tea and cake. Managed to get a seat outside and when the rocky road beat us they provided a box to bring it home. Love it here

Stopped off a few weeks back, on my way from Norfolk to London. This cafe was an unexpected delight. I loved it! Loved it! Loved it! What an amazing display of yummy food. I had a cheese-filled scotch egg, followed by wallnut cake...terrific. & excellent service too. Will be back again.

Really nice small cafe that usually has at least one vegan cake option. Very expensive.

Lovely coffee and amazing cakes

Nice little coffee shop. Sat outside and enjoyed a cappuccino and bread and butter bake.

This teashop does a big trade in take away and well as eating in. Its not huge but has some tables and seating by the main window with benches and tables outside. They have toilet facilities too inside. They sell some gifts and cards as well as amazing cakes and savoury food. The tables have lovely fresh flowers and it is tastefully decorated. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The food is served in huge portions and coffee very good quality.

Would highly recommend! Excellent food and service! Started off with a bacon bap and an egg Mayo bap, loved them. So stayed for another coffee and croissant!

Originally found this business via click it local but decided to order direct. Ordered a celebration cake that did not disappoint on looks or taste - both aspects were amazing! If you ever get a chance to try their coconut cake with fresh raspberry, raspberry frosting and chocolate dip you won’t be disappointed! The whole family enjoyed every bite!

We arrived slightly after the main lunch period. It took us three gos from the daily board to get a sandwich that they said they could make for us - and then only with certain key ingredients missing. When the none-too-cheap sandwiches arrived - they were v disappointing - no butter, no moistening element (mayo/cucumber etc) - just cheese (good) and a bit of lettuce - furthermore the bread was like the slices that from a loaf that you would save for the bread and butter pudding - or for the ducks - the dry ends not perfectly formed. It was better value than the bakery down the road - but nonetheless - we were expecting more.

Recommend stopping for a walk around this lovely village and popping in for coffee, tea or lunch at the Linton Kitchen. We did and loved it.

During this year of lockdown and gloom. Gemma and her team have provided, working strictly to COVID rules, coffee.cake and cheer and community. When we were allowed to eat in, it felt safe. When it has been take away only, this has been well organised and friendly and efficient. You have provided us with online essential groceries and even take away Mother’s Day tea. It must have been hard for you at times, but you were here for us throughout. Thank You Gemma and your amazing team. Last year would have been tougher without you.

Best cakes in the surrounding, friendly staff. I am regular customer and I am enjoying the cakes and coffees served. In the past I joyed also the atmosphere in the cafe itself, which is now restricted due to Covid restrictions.

How lovely to once again be able to enjoy cake and coffee/tea, given the dry weather last week. ........ I have missed being able to recently. Staff and service are excellent as previously......... and the fruit flan and chocolate muffins were perfect. Great to be able to sit outside with a friend......... A welcome return and see you soon!

The staff were very polite and friendly and we really enjoyed our visit there. They had quick service and took our order straight away so there was no waiting around. Ordered two hot drinks, that were fresh and quoted “one of the the best coffee I’ve ever had”. A lovely layout of the cafe, with a cosy atmosphere, I really felt welcomed. The service was safe, and covid friendly; appropriate restrictions were there and I felt very safe and comfortable whilst I was there. I really hope to go there again one day as I really enjoyed it there. The cakes smelt fresh and delicious. Excellent cafe :)

The Linton Kitchen is a small, beautifully furnished cafe on the Linton High Street. The staff are very helpful and very friendly. And all the food is delicious! I would definitely recommend their scotch eggs and brownies, but all their cakes are lovely. The drinks, including coffee, tea and milkshakes are very tasty too. The service is very good even though sometimes the cafe gets very busy! The prices are quite expensive but it is definitely worth it for all of their wonderful food. Highly recommend for a quick coffee/brunch/tea and cake or lunch.

Stopped for coffee, which was really nice, sadly in current times it’s only service through a small side window, only staff inside the premises. There are still a couple of tables and chairs on the pavement outside for patrons. Friendly efficient service, parking nearby is very restricted

Good place to have quick lunch/brunch. Sometimes can get very busy and its difficult to get a table, but definitely its worth visiting!

We had their special breakfast and added some avocado. We ended up going their two mornings on the trott. The coffee is good and if they have sourdough have it - it is the best I have ever tasted! BUT they dont always have it. I must admit Sat breakfast was that little bit better then Sundays - the toms were cooked with just a little extra flavour and a dash of basamic on the rocket really made it (plus the sourdough - Sunday they were out and the brown bread although nice took away from it a bit) but I would definitely go back when i am in the area. Very nice friendly staff too.

A regular stop for the Elite riders from the Shelford Cycle Gang, as the cakeage is most excellent. I can also recommend their scrambled eggs on toast for that mid ride protein boost necessary to keep your legs from atrophy mid ride.

Very welcoming staff,freshly cooked/prepared food. We went for lunch after an 8 mile walk. We'll be back. Peter Osborn

We popped in for a coffee and a cake after spending a few hours in Linton Zoo. The coffee was great and there was a good little selection of cakes, including gluten free. Very friendly staff and a nice relaxed atmosphere. Highly recommend!

Compartimos un desayuno familiar el sábado y nos encantó lo amable que era este lugar. Estaba muy ocupado pero encontramos un asiento para sándwiches de tocino, huevos y aguacate junto con un buen café. Era un hermoso lugar soleado lleno de tentadoras compras y los pasteles parecían fabulosos.

Hemos estado en la cocina de Linton muchas veces, es muy amigable y tiene una deliciosa variedad de productos dulces y salados. A menudo es muy concurrida y tiene asientos limitados, pero se recomienda llevarla, ya que puede acercarse a los encantadores patos cercanos. Definitivamente, recomendaría este lugar a cualquiera que le guste la buena comida, incluidos los huevos escoceses y los brownies de Oreo.

This place is so good, the cakes must be homemade and are to die for for.I cannot put into words how lovely and tasty they were. So friendly , so pleasant . And value, so great.

Le había enviado un mensaje al café en Facebook antes de mi visita para preguntar si es posible usar una computadora portátil y WiFi, a lo que responden que sí.Muy complacido de haber podido mezclar prácticamente todo lo que hay en el menú para adaptarlo a mi gusto o, en realidad, a mi dieta (baja / sin carbohidratos).El personal es muy amable.Sí, puede parecer un poco caro, pero en estos días, hay que agradecer a las personas que todavía cocinan ingredientes frescos de la manera más sencilla, pueden adaptarse a lo que le gusta y hacerlo saludable. Especialmente en un pequeño pueblo.

What a lovely village coffee shop to have light breakfast, very helpful and friendly atmosphere and staff .Recommendations 100%. Many thanks to the staff.

Esto es un poco fuera de lo común y solo lo encontramos cuando pasamos a través del área.

Ordered 2 coffees 2 slices of cake and a mac n egg paid £17 and said we were eating in but at a table outside as it was sunny, waited over 30 mins and nothing arrived so I went inside to enquire where our order was, the lady / owner ( I guess) asked me what I ordered so I repeated my order and she said she would do it now no apology at all for the 30 + wait 5 mins later my scotch egg was brought out in a bag cold no plate or knife n fork to eat it 2 mins later the lad waiter brought 2 coffee to takeaway so I said to him we are wanting to eat here not takeaway again no apology finally all the order arrived in total about 40 mins since ordering when the coffee and cakes arrived I got a basic sorry for your wait from the female waitress. The cakes and scotch egg were very nice the coffee tepid ..not a place I will be rushing too again sadly

I've been here 4-5 times over last 3 years. I've always found the sandwiches and cakes excellent. Coffee average but as a stop on South Cambridgeshire cycling trips, it's my favourite.

Este lugar bien merece una visita

Visited here many times and never disappointed. Will continue to return. Cakes are all so delicious and good size servings. Sandwiches are the same. Staff and friendly and welcoming. Worth a visit especially if you love cake

Stopped in for afternoon tea as my other half had stopped many times before and had said how nice it was. Busy, which was a good sign but managed to get a table, we ordered our cold drinks and cake and was advised to sit down and that our cakes would be bought over.

A little coffee and cake type place, also selling local honey, eggs, ice cream etc. Not may tables and seats but it's adequate for the demand, we guess. Homely feel, nice snacks / cakes. Ideal for a short pause.

The food, the coffee, the service, the ambiance and wow, the CAKES! Everything being home made and unique really makes the Linton Kitchen stand out. This place really is a hidden gem.

Such a nice find for a great coffee shop that doesn't smack of 'hipster' as soon as you enter as I find many do. I expected to feel guilty for ordering cake but instead I was glad to experience it. Will gladly return.

We came across this place whilst strolling around Linton.

Charm oozes out of this sweet little tearoom. Open the door, and a whirl of smells and colours flood your senses. A daily menu is written up on a blackboard, the food is made from local and fresh ingredients and any adaptations and requests can be made. The staff were welcoming, friendly and attentive, even offering take away boxes of their delicious cakes. The food was delicious, fresh, well portioned and reasonably priced. Forget Pret or Costa, we need more of these treasures around the country!

Stopped in this unpretentious cafe for a coffee and cake. It was heaving. Well I'm not surprised. Seriously excellent cake.

Loved the Linton Kitchen sat outside on a beautiful day while staying in Linton,very friendly staff.

Who doesn't love a small independent cafe, somewhere to escape and enjoy the culinary delights of unsung brilliant chefs?! I've been living in Linton, a small village in between Cambridge and Haverhill, for just under a month now but despite a couple of brief visits,...

Called in today for lunch excellent service,when ordered coffee in a mug it came in a cup,waitress stated all the mugs were in the dishwasher??nice sandwich but a little pricey for what you got,no salad only a few leaves.

Best cakes ever and charming staff and decor. In the high street of the small, pretty village of Linton, near Cambridge.

Cycling to Thaxted from Stamford, wife needed some urgent caffeine and cake to make the final 12 miles. What a lovely coffee shop and the carrot cake was divine. Will put this on the list for great cycling cafes.

Really lovely independent cafe in Linton with a lovely array of fresh sweet and savory treats. Always something different to choose from which is a lovely touch. I have been here a number of times as it's an easy place to get to from Cambs,...

We called in here on a trip to the UK with family. The staff are wonderful, the cakes home made...

What a find! Just off the beaten track - but only just - this delightful eatery has got it all:...

Este fue un descubrimiento agradable; estrafalario, con una gran variedad de fuera de este mundo (y otros brownies tortas!).

Me encontré con este pequeño pero pintoresco cafetería/restaurante yesturday, solo quería un café, pero una vez dentro vi la selección de pasteles y desafío a cualquiera a entrar y salir con un café! Teníamos un Oreo brownie y un chocolate vegan remolachas magdalena EXCEPCIONAL CAFÉ Y SUPERIOR pasteles! El servicio era amable y acogedor, y no recomiendo lugares ligeramente. Esta es una verdadera joya y sería una parada ideal para los ciclistas.

Very nice coffee house in a nice spot in the village. Cakes to die for and great size bits to enjoy. Fresh coffee served in the window so you can watch the world go by and eat your slab of the nice cake. Great place

I arranged a Gluten Free Cake for a surprise birthday over the phone and the customer service I received was second to non. After the 1st contact I was promptly emailed photos of idea and what could be prepared making the process very simple. When I picked the cake up it was exactly what I wanted and more. Excellent value for money and a fantastic customer service provided.

I have visited a few times for tea & cake (& once for breakfast).Everything is homemade & delicious!Linton Kitchen is a charming little tea room (with added food).Step access to get inside but there is also a couple of tables outside the front.There is no room for prams etc.. inside so everyone leaves them outside the front.They also sell bags of duck food!

This is one of my local spots and it is always so delightful to sit in the window enjoying a coffee and one of their amazing cakes watching the world go by. Linton is a pretty village and any visit needs a trip to the Linton Kitchen (they do a great brunch too). Oh and they are so friendly.

The selection of home made cakes are always inventive and varied, without being off the wall. The staff are excellent, service is always good. There is a tempting selection of sandwiches and light lunches, the bread is delicious, always a dilemma on what to choose. Good selection of teas and the coffee is very good. Soya milk provided with no problem.

So thankful the pub we intended visiting was closed as the scrambled eggs, beans & bacon and large mug of coffee at The Linton Kitchen was excellent. The service was efficient and all the staff were extremely friendly & attentive. Everything looks fantastic to eat, would definitely come again if the area. If you're nearby definitely pop in for some good food & service. Dogs also welcomed.

Delicious savoury dishes and beautiful, homemade cakes. The coffee and the atmosphere are lovely. Regularly visit with other local mums. Family and pet friendly. Hardly surprising that it gets so full at busy times.