The Little Barn Cafe in Waverley

Great choices for vegans! A separate vegan menu is provided, the staff are super accommodating and the food is delicious! It is very pretty building and a lovely place to visit!

Just Dropped into the Little barn cafe, had the most amazing 👏 cake mad with Blackcurrants and a very nice coffee to take away, Nice chatting staff as well . I will be back as the Salted Maltted cake looks even better!!!!

I wanted to answer in reply to the ladies review yesterday as I too was in TLB for lunch yesterday. We've been to TLB many a time and have always found the staff to be friendly and efficient. Yesterday was probably the busiest I have ever seen it but we sat down and got served within 5 minutes. To be honest, had I been waiting to be served for any longer, I would have caught one of the waitresses eye or politely said "excuse me" - I'm sure when the cafe is as busy as it was it's hard to keep on top of who has come into the cafe, especially if customers sit at tables that are yet to be cleared. The food is always delicious - nothing is ever too much trouble - and the cakes just incredible; the flavour combinations are out of this world! Please don't be put off by the review below, such comments can be damaging to a small business and this small business is an absolute gem of a find.

Completely ignored by serving staff. This is the 2nd time this has happened. We were greeted when we walked in and then completely ignored by 2 serving staff. They walked past us at least 5 times without looking at us or asking us what we would like to order. Another couple came in after we had sat there waiting for 10mins to order a coffee and they were served straight away. As we got up to leave 1 on the serving staff was staring at her mobile which is very unprofessional. Will not be going back or recommending. Was really good when it first opened but after 2 bad visits in a row we will not be returning.

Little barn is always a go-to when we’re near Elstead, the ladies serving are always warm and friendly and the food is hearty and good value for money. The real stars are the cakes, they serve huge slices and always have interesting flavours home-made each day. Lovely little cafe that’s great for a big meal or light treat

Friendly atmosphere, great food and wonderful service. Recommend the baked potato and the selection of cakes.

big barn breakfast delicious as usual. only way to describe it is if you go to your friends house and they cook a breakfast, real home cooked taste as opposed to cafe coffee and walnut cake 10/10 so tasty, big slice too

Nice find. In the middle of Elstead Great place for walkers or to cycle too. Usual range of coffee cakes , omelettes , toast with stuff on. Nice off road location 100m from village green . Worth a visit , good place to aim for on your cycle rides out of London etc

Been here twice for coffee and cake. Cakes are home made and are fantastic with a good choice. Service is warm and friendly and surroundings clean cared for. Coffee is quite a small cup but is reflected in the price.Would love a larger cup and pay a bit more. Will try lunch next time. Cake and coffee for two was good value for quality

Great cafe, lovely staff - nothing was too much trouble even though we were a tad late getting there. Enjoyed out time there… and the coffee and cakes!!!

I visited this lovely cafe with my family last week for brunch. All day breakfast was superb and the friendliness of the staff and the fantastic food will definitely see me returning again very soon. If you haven’t visited the little barn cafe in Elstead it’s a must. Such a warm cosy family feeling place with the most amazing cake to finish off with

Gorgeous takeaway brekkie and the best cup of tea of the day. Rocky road not too bad either 🤭 It’s starting to be a regular for Dan and I , highly recommended. Thank you

If you enjoy homemade food, especially cakes, this is the place for you. Plenty of different choices, including vegan and g. Cakes to die for! Staff are great too.

Came here recently as part of a group for a works Christmas meal. It was excellent. A nice meal which was still hot when it was served. Much was homemade/homecooked. So often this sort of meal is pretty poor. Here it was pretty good. Would certainly be happy to come again if they could take us. (If we do, any chance of a mince pie or an After 8 with the after dinner coffee?) It has no pretentions to being a classy restaurant. It's a cafe - but it did a really good Christmas meal this year which we all enjoyed. Thank you to everyone.

Everything really good. Best fruit cake ever, and also the largest piece ever! Nice location, very good atmosphere, highly recommend it.

Amazing Chickpea and Feta salad on the hottest day of the year so far, friendly helpful staff and the added bonus of a paddling pool to dip your feet in.!! Truly a little gem in lovely Elstead.

Charming friendly staff and a lovely setting off the road with a pretty, covered, outside eating area. Eggs cooked to perfection, generous portion of smoked salmon, coffee ok. Best of all was the fluffy, light sponge and perfect icing on the large slice of coffee...

This is the best cafe in the area we frequently visit. Amazing cakes bakes and stunning breakfast brunch and lunch options! Friendly staff easy parking and very reasonable too !

A lovely atmosphere with super cakes and smashing staff...I really enjoy the more adventurous and unusual cake recipes such as courgette and lime. It's gets busy though...cause it's very popular...

Good food cooked to order, served with a smile and at a reasonable price. We paid £36 for 2 adults and 2 kids. The food I ate (Beef and Pearl Barley Casserole) was delicious and the portion was generous. When I had finished eating, I...

A group of friends were looking for a cafe to meet up I found the little barn cafe on TripAdvisor read the reviews and thought we would try it and we were not disappointed. From the moment we walked in we were made to feel...

Lovely lunch here today. Service and cleanliness spot on. There is a specials board near the till, which is near the front door. Big menus on the walls so no handling of small menus. Lovely cakes too.

Our group of walkers had an excellent lunch today, sitting outside in the sunshine Terrific, tasty food and happy friendly service made for a special and memorable experience. We will certainly be back.

Came over to Elstead early morning on 1st Sept for an MOT locally and had an hour to wait. I found this lovely little café only a short walk away from the shops. I intended just to have a coffee but ended up having a...

First visit today and it was wonderful. Friendly place with a family run feel. The cakes were delicious. We had a vegan brownie and a ginger cake, both dairy free for dietary requirements, and both absolutely lovely. Tasted homemade too. The service was great, prices...

Today, we popped in for a late breakfast & had some familiar faces working who are always amazing! However, today there was a lady we’ve never seen before and she was one of the kindest souls I’ve come across for a rather long time! Just...

Had heard lots about The Barn from my in-laws and it didn't disappoint when I was finally able to make a visit. The pancakes for breakfast were delicious and we got some massive pieces of cake to take away too. Would definitely recommend.

We had a table reserved for us outside in the sunshine but shaded area which was perfect. We were looked after so well we will all be back !!!!!!

I said it in the title but really was a delicious salad with fresh fig goats cheese and pecans. I inhaled it. Might come back tomorrow for another!!!

Lovely perfectly cooked English breakfast, not greasy with quality ingredients and served by friendly staff. Highly recommended.

We visited today and were totally enchanted by this beautiful little cafe in Elstead. Apparently it’s one of the oldest buildings in the village and even has a mention in the Doomsday book! The sunshine was on our side so we were able to sit outside in the lovely outdoor seating area at the rear of the property. There is also parking on site too. Food and drinks were reasonably priced and the staff were very friendly and helped with food recommendations. The cakes all looked amazing and we were pleased to hear that the breakfast menu was still available at lunchtime so this was what we opted for. The big barn breakfast is enough to satisfy to largest of appetites with great quality sausages (always a mark of a good Full English!) and you could taste that it was real butter on the hot granary toast. The Eggs Benedict was equally delicious and accompanied with a side salad. We couldn’t leave without trying the cakes so opted for a slice of the blueberry cake and a slice of rocky road... simply divine! This little cafe is well worth a visit if you’re in the area and we would highly recommend it to friends and family. Next time we visit I will definitely be trying the Rarebit!! Thank you to all of the team for a wonderful visit xx

An amazing service, an amazing happy smiley staff to go with the lush food and a great atmosphere. Even in these troubled times it felt very relaxed. Can not wait to visit again. This time I’ve had a bacon&cranberry quiche, salad and lush coleslaw, absolutely lovely and tasty.....Thank you for making my lunch break special. Xx

Well worth a visit. Before covid we went a lot for breakfast. Friendly staff, nice food. Would highly recommend.

I popped in for a Friday breakfast following the introduction ofTier 2. The staff are really friendly and the food is very good. I had the Little Barn Full English Breakfast . Everything was beautifully cooked and really tasty. Highly recommended.

Dropped in at the Little Barn Cafe yesterday,to discover a Big tasty home cooked food treat in the form of a bacon and brie quiche 10/10 even came with colsaw/feta salad.Nice selection of home cooked cakes (recommend the slab of Rocky road) and friendly staff!!

We found this brilliant and unique place whilst going for a family walk. We come at least once a week now as it’s a great pit stop for a breather & refreshment. We have also made it a regular Saturday morning brekky date with friends. The staff are all really polite and friendly and excellent to my boys. We feel super welcome every time. The kids absolutely love the food & often ask for more, especially the pancakes. The cakes are exceptional and cover most dietary requirements such as gluten free or vegan. The atmosphere is very quirky & inviting. We love it.

We went for a late breakfast today at one of our favourite independent cafes. We were not disappointed. Upon arrival we were given a warm welcome and invited to chose our table. Although covid guidelines have changed the appearance of this shamble chic place a little, it is still welcoming and homely. Serving staff had their visors on and more importantly their smiles. The table was Clean and sparse, as per new rules. Service was prompt, friendly and accurate. We had a build your own breakfast and eggs royale with a latte and americano. It was served promptly, although the cafe was busy, both inside and out. It was freshly cooked to order. We were offered a choice of condiments. It tasted and smelt Devine. As those who come here often will know, you cannot leave with out having a cake either inside or as a take away. So we followed tradition and had a fruit cake and bakewell to take away. The portions are not stingy, so we eat our cakes later in the day. Thanks girls you always make a visit fun and know just when less is more. We will as Arnie says ‘be back’

Yes again,great atmosphere, service by friendly staff and an amazing breakfast albeit late in the day.I cannot understand why such a bad review was given, maybe they aren’t used to unique places. This little gem provides a wide variety of good as well as service with a smile and maybe some cheeky banter. Not to mention the BEAUTIFUL HOME MADD CAKES. I was there at the end today and received nothing but kindness and they were clearing up around us but we did not feel uncomfortable in anyway ....

We asked if they were still serving food when we arrived and they said yes, but the atmosphere felt as though they didn't really want to stay open for us (which we would have understood had they said this). The server had her visor lifted up so her mouth and nose were exposed which wasn't ideal. The food was fine, however whilst we were eating the staff were shouting over us to each other. I couldn't hear my friend talking opposite me as they were crashing and shouting. Totally understand they need to clear up but it made us feel uncomfortable. I'm also pretty sure they over charged us (dividing £16 to £13 each?) but I didn't realise until we had left.

Very fresh ingredients. Lots of choice of drinks, cakes and breakfasts. Veggie options. V friendly service. Garden too!

Visited the Little Barn Cafe just a couple of days before the enforced shutdown and enjoyed coffee / tea with toasted tea cakes, a Portuguese custard tart and a delicious piece of blueberry and lime sponge cake. Friendly service, a good range of sweet delights and clean loos just across the car parkObviously, it'll be a week or two (!) before we can pay a return visit, but it'll be a must

Once again I popped in for a breakfast. This time I had the large Little Barn "English" cooked breakfast. 2 sausages, 2 eggs, 2 slices of toast, beans, mushroom and bacon. Brilliant. Beautiful sausages. The food is very fresh. The atmosphere in this little wooden barn (part of the British Legion complex on the Thursley Road) is always busy and welcoming. The staff are just lovely.Highly recommended.

We called in for Breakfast, a great cup of coffee followed by 1 Big Barn breakfast and 1 Little Barn breakfast. Hot, beautifully cooked and very very tasty!Home cooked food served by really friendly staff in a lovely setting and although we did not have the cakes, the display looked amazing. Don't miss this little gem.

Lovely small cafe providing home cooked food, excellent choice and staff are very friendly and helpful. Good atmosphere and fabulous cakes.

The food is very fresh. The atmosphere in this little wooden barn (part of the British Legion complex on the Thursley Road) is always busy and welcoming.I had the larger of the two English breakfast on offer and it was fabulous. Really good sausages and great bacon. Wonderful granary toast. Just perfect.Highly recommended.

After walking to three hours in the pouring rain we were again welcomed by bright smiles, love smell and yummy sight. A group of us ladies frequently walk in this area and have always had the best of service and super food in this delightful little cafe. I can highly recommend stopping for a tasty snack and gorgeous cakes any time.

Love the Little Barn cafe. It's cakes are fantastic and the gluten free ones are so good I've driven to Devon to deliver the bakewell cake to a friend!

Worst coffee I’ve ever tasted. Wish I went to the cafe down the road didn’t see it until driving back home to wash my mouth with toothpaste to get rid of that taste :( very cramp too!!!

My first visit to the Little Barn. We had been for a lovely dog walk and stopped here for a late lunch. We were able to sit outside in the garden with our four-legged friends. The staff were lovely and helpful. I had a delicious butternut squash quiche and Greek salad and a pot of tea. I found all the ingredients really fresh & tasty. The rest of our group opted for the Welsh Rarebit and also shared some Pakora’s & Falafels. We all had a slice of the lovely Blueberry Coconut & Lime Cream Sponge. Yum! So no complaints about the food and even though it was near closing time they didn’t rush us. Would definitely return! A hidden gem.

Had breakfast here whilst visiting Elstead. Very cute little cafe set up in a barn. Heaps of yummy cakes on display! I indulged in a vegan brownie - delicious! We also had the eggs benedict with my husband - not too bad, although not the tastiest I’ve had. Very simple. The smoothie and hot chocolate were delicious though! And the staff are delightful ;) There is also a nice little outdoor area at the back to enjoy your breakfast,lunch or snack during the nice days.

Love love love this little gem. Food is fantastic and always feel welcome. Cakes are amazing, coffee is delicious.

Had yet another amazing visit to the LB, such a friendly place. The food never fails to please and the staff are really friendly. It’s nice to see a local community have such a hub. Thank you to you all TC

went for a casual brunch with friends. the service was very fast with very friendly and attentive staff. the food itself was excellent all served speedily even though the cafe was bustling and busy. The staff were very friendly especially beccy who was our server they helped to make the atmosphere very pleasant and a lovely place to eat. the look of the cafe is picturesque and rustic with a beautiful old farmhouse feel which makes the diner feel right at home. lovely place, great staff, wonderful food 100% will be coming again.

Amazing friendly staff Delicious food Lovely comforting atmosphere Best cafe I’ve been to in a while

First time visited some friends of ours recommended it it was really lovely great food and really nice food

Went there for lunch a couple of times. The food is great, people are friendly, what more could you want?

I can't believe how awful the coffee was, I think week old dishwater would taste better. Served in old, damaged cups, presumably to finish off the horrible experience. Bacon and egg bap was edible, but below par.

Visited on a whim with my daughter! Had a lovely bacon and brie baguette and she had a sausage and brie one !!! You can have 2 fillings of your choice! Really lovely, enjoyed them so much we had a naughty slice of cake too. Coffee and walnut and apple cake, both of them lovely and fresh. The staff were lovely and jolly too. Good value for money! Will definitely visit again. A really surprising discovery!

We found this establishment pretty average. The barn is quite small and cold and I wouldn’t call our server overly friendly. Having said that my bacon and egg bap was prepared with a good quality rasher of bacon and a good quality egg — although was pretty small in stature. The other meals looked good - like the full English breakfast although IMO fairly pricey. Coffee was good.

Popped into the Little Barn today for lunch.

Stopped here with the cycling group for coffee and cake on a Saturday morning. It’s a regular haunt for us as it’s in a scenic area although sometimes the service is a bit hit and miss

The LBC is local to us and we visit fairly frequently. The menu includes traditional breakfast staples and a variety of light lunches.

Poor coffee Cake was far too sweet Far too expensive There wasn't an outside area to sit Coffee was almost 100% milk

I am not sure where Aj75381 went or why he had such a bad experience, but that experience was a very long way from our lovely encounter!

I was on a bike ride in the local area as I live nearby in Godalming and had been recommended this place so thought I would stop by. I was utterly disgusted by my food and the staff were rude and unapologetic. I will not be coming here again. Awful ambience.

It was quite a few months since I was last at this cafe. It is just the same. Excellent. This is a real gem in a charming country village in the Surrey Hills. The food is fresh and tasty. The interior of the Little Barn charming and the staff are a delight.

Really enjoyed visit, very tasty English breakfast with a nice big pot of tea. Friendly, cheerful staff. Will be going back next time in area to try all the other choices on menu that look fab.

Never seem this place before but others say ‘years’, so must have just missed it previously.

Really lovely experience, great breakfast choices and really great quality, the staff were really friendly. My only niggle was that one member of staff topped up the tea cakes from a Tesco packet. They do make a lot of homemade cakes but I would have taken the tray to the back to fill up if you are going to buy them in.

We have visited Little Barn Cafe many times over the past couple of years, and it has always been excellent. The staff are all lovely, smiley and friendly and the food is just gorgeous, we have never had a bad meal, and the cakes are just fab (and they do a wonderful dairy free ginger loaf!)

We were recently staying in Elstead and, after a morning walking, we came upon this wonderful cafe. Very reasonably priced menu consisting of a wide variety of breakfasts, quiches and cakes, we settled for a bacon and fried egg bap and a pot of tea. The tea, by the way, comes in a wide range of teapots and teacups quirky but a nice touch. Next time we visit we will be definitely having some of their cakes which look so appetising but we just couldn't manage any after our breakfast. If you are in the area then make the effort to visit it will be well worth it.

A group of eight of us turned up without warning on a Saturday lunchtime. The weather was hot and inside the cafe it was very hot and rather airless. But as there were eight of us it was suggested we sat in the garden at the back of the place which we didn't realise was there. We pulled three tables together so we could all eat together. The menu is very wide-ranging and we all chose something different. Without exception everybody enjoyed their food and all said we would definitely return. By the way, the cake selection was superb! The staff were friendly and efficient. A great find.

I popped in for a quick breakfast on my own. I had one of the best latte coffees that I have had for a long time. Mushroom on toast and a glass of orange juice completed my breakfast. The staff are charming, the service very efficient and The Little Barn is a lovely space. The food was first class. What more can I say? I did see one family having a full English breakfast and that looked amazing!

They have just banned dogs some owners were allowing their dogs to sit on the chairs and eat off the tables, so they have spoilt it for responsible owners and their dogs. Please will they reconsider for the good dogs.

2018 saw me back here for a morning bacon sandwich and a latte coffee. The coffee is really good; creamy and flavoursome. The bacon sandwich could not be bettered. The staff are charming and helpful. The Little Barn has a great atmosphere. My wife says it is most excellent for lunch. This place specialises in honest home made food. It really cannot be bettered for a local village cafe. Highly recommended.

Great place to grab sandwiches, daily special quiche or soup for lunch and delicious homemade cakes and a spot of tea! Just get there early.

Tea shop shut in middle of afternoon tea time ,it being between 3.00 & 5.00. Still found a busy little tea room in Seale, lovely cakes staff &hot; pot of tea with three cups of tea in bliss, you really are missing a trick shutting early even in winter cyclists & walkers don't hibernate in winter.

Was passing through Elstead and saw the sign so decided to pop in for lunch. The cafe is lovely inside, very quaint and the menu and food were a delight as were the very friendly and helpful staff. I had the tuna jacket and couldn't then resist a bit of sponge cake which I can only describe as immense. Shall definitely be back.

I stopped off for a cup of tea and a bacon sandwich for breakfast. Lovely atmosphere. Charming people. Great bacon sandwich. Highly recommended.

Utterly lovely little place, so nice we came back twice whilst travelling. Lovely people working there, cute decor and warm...

A good friend introduced me to the Little Barn - a veritable little gem - two and a half years...

Go here for excellent coffee, delicious home made cakes (with great gluten free, sugar free and dairy free options), and...

We return here again and again when we fancy a treat, or reasonably priced lunch. The selection of home made...

A beautiful place to sit and have lunch. I'm a vegetarian and so bored with the usual run-of-the-mill offerings elsewhere but when I came here for the first time there were really interesting veggie things on the menu and the specials board. There's plenty of meat options too but I had such a choice, I didn't know what to go for. We topped off our meal with a slice of lemon and courgette cake: light, zesty, utterly yummy. To be honest, the choice of cake was tough to handle too.

Visiting our son we wanted something light for our lunch and he took us to the Little Barn Café in Elstead. Very reasonable prices and an interesting menu. It was very busy but we managed to share a table and had a very good lunch. Some of the items on the menu had run out, but there was plenty to choose from. A very enjoyable find.

Quaint. Just what you want. Food lovely and service relaxing. It's just what you would think it will be and as good as you would hope it would be.

I took a dear friend for lunch a couple of weeks ago. she isn't to well, and we wanted somewhere not to big a bustling.a friend recommended The Little Barn cafe in Elstead on the Thursley road.It is a delightful conversion full of character and the staff all so friendly. I think it is family run, so you always get a good welcome in these sorts of businesses. From the moment we walked in we felt very much at home. My friend struggles with lots of space, so this was perfect.The service was excellent, as was the food. We both chose Mediterranean chicken which was delicious, served with crusty french bread,Nothing was to much trouble, the young waitress was lovely.My friend enjoyed it so much, she wants to know when we are going again. I have told her very soon. It is well worth a visit. I know you won't be disappointed.

Have eaten here at breakfast, brunch, lunch and afternoon tea on numerous occasions when visiting relatives in the village, very much a favourite meeting place with the locals and the delicious home made cakes can be eaten in the pleasant atmosphere of the café or for take away.

We visited here for lunch on 30th May because we saw it was good for gluten free online. I had vegetable fritters with a poached egg which were gluten free and really yummy and my boyfriend had a haloumi and roasted vegetable flatbread which he enjoyed, there were gluten free sandwiches available too (but the sandwiches didn't sound particularly interesting) and jacket potatoes (although they had run out of these). There were some gluten free cakes available too but we didn't try them. Overall it was tasty and very good value at £13.00 for both lunches and a cordial.

This is a firm favourite for lunch. It has a delightful atmosphere and the staff are lovely. I've never had food I didn't like. I'd like to make just one plea: please ladies make the tea with boiling water. It's not coffee and the water needs to be boiled. Other than that, do go and have breakfast, coffee, brunch, lunch or a party - it's all wonderful

Took two friends for lunch here. What is lovely is there is a brilliant and varied menu which is all freshly baked. The food is delicious and extremely good value. We stayed for tea and cake as well with one friend taking more cake home. Well worth a visit.

Nice breakfast with friends, had mushrooms on toast. Friend had eggs on toast. Both delicious. Cakes look amazing. Will have to come back again for cakes!

Friends arranged an amazing "high tea" birthday spread for me last weekend at this picturesque village and in a very atmospheric Doomsday barn. Everything was home-made - adorable little crustless sandwiches with loads of fillings, the best scones I have ever tasted with a variety of home-made jams and of course fresh whipped cream, as well as melt in your mouth little sponges, decorated with fruit and to top it all Millionaire's shortbread. And to boot as much tea - all varieties - and coffee as we could drink. The table was beautifully laid with spring flowers and the delicious fare was served on proper china-flowered cake tiers. The staff were very friendly and attentive and although I did not pay, I believe the cost per head was extremely reasonable. Forget the Ritz, Wolseley, and Browns - the Little Barn Café gets my vote every time.

Has had some refurb done over new year and now has more seating. Also, use of soft furnishings (better curtains) mean that the noise problem is reduced. Now ... they are selling ice creams, but ... not every one shown on the menu, so be careful if you make your decision and then try to order. You might be disappointed!!! I wanted chocolate ice cream with Raspberry sorbet, but they didn't have chocolate ice cream. Anyway. Rest of the food was lovely as usual. I had Welsh Rarebit. Excellent service, and a relaxing place to take a leisurely lunch.

My children took me here for brunch just before Mother's Day and it is a delightful venue, with very pretty painted rafters in a kind of dove grey and an olde-worlde, village-fetey kind of feel. The baking is extremely good and the breakfasts promptly served and well presented. Have recommended to friends and would go again.

Our favourite brunch place. Friendly staff,delicious food and they are welcoming to dogs. Boys enjoyed the new ice creams as it is sunny today

I had a full English breakfast here last Sunday, fantastic, home made sausages, proper bacon, eggs, tomatoes, beans, toast and filter coffee.I have also eaten the odd snack from time to time.Atmosphere is rustic with friendly, helpful staff.

First time visit and was very satisfied with the pancakes and coffee I consumed. My wife thoroughly enjoyed her English breakfast. Easy to find.

Wanting a change from our usual pub lunch we dropped in on this very pleasant little cafe which proved ideal. I had Falafels with hummus and olives and both my friends had a chicken and chorizo stew which was served with bread. All three of us very much enjoyed our meals and it was with great self-restraint that we did not investigate the great looking range of cakes available! The coffee was good and strong and service was friendly. I'm sure we'll be back.Two points; the cafe gets busy at lunch time and it is set back from the road so we managed to miss it on our first pass!

I love this place in my home village have to think of excuse to go here when mum lives down the road, best thing for this village lovely staff and ambience and I know the food is excellent, just stopped for lovely warming hot chocolate today.