The Lovington Bakery in South Somerset

Bought some lovely bread and savoury pastries.

I like it. Not posh but friendly and local. Cooked on site. I probably feel more relaxed here than anywhere in Wincanton.

We had some lovely bread, along with a breakfast roll

Really good food and coffee at a reasonable price. I had the chicken sandwich, and coffee. Staff were very warm and hospitable

I love their almond croissants, absolutely superb

Great place to stop for a delicious almond croissant and good coffee! Friendly staff and attractive cafe to sit in. The bakery itself sells marvellous bread and pastries, sausage rolls etc.

Perfect stop off on the way to Cornwall.Delicious coffee,cooked breakfast,bread and cakes etc.etc 😋 Stopped off on the way back home,for a delicious lunch,thanks to all the staff.🥇 Breakfast again today which has now become our tradition,delicious food and friendly service. Another visit today,perfect pitstop on our way to Cornwall😋

Excellent bakery.. I had a delicious sausage roll and a take away coffee.

Moved to Wincanton in 2022 and have been coming here sometimes three times a week ever since. The best sourdough in the area, along with amazing cinnamon swirls and rocky roads. Sandwiches made fresh to order and always pleasant service while here from all of the ladies.

Went for breakfast with my daughter. My BLT was the best I'd ever had. The bread was fresh from the bakery that morning. It did take a while, though, to convince them that I really did want a double-double espresso. I needed a real pickup.

This place has gone down hill and I will not be returning.. both had pizza and it was so tough no flavour at all.. the staff are so unfriendly and very unhygienic! Touching their hair, moving food across with hands then eating the crumbs while doing it, playing with her hair then touching food.. absolutely disgusting! Not friendly.. the place looked scruffy and quite frankly I wish I went to Mc Donald’s… such a shame this bakery cafe was the place to go.. not anymore

Had pizza needed titanium teeth to eat it, service was appalling, miserable assistance.. lacking hygiene.. the place to go if you want food poisoning..

If you want to be corrected at every turn, made to feel like an idiot because you don't instinctively know the intricacies of their meal deal mechanism, and aren't fond of "service with a smile", then this is the place for you. I have never been made to feel so awkward ordering lunch, and won't be doing so again. A horrid experience.

Very nice little bakery, home made.

Really horrid service. Treated my daughter dreadfully for the simple crime of being a vegan. Won't ever go here again. We walked out.

Best breakfast bap I've had in ages.

Lovely place. Great bread, great staff, great coffee.

Nipped in with only an hour to spare before they closed in the pouring rain. Quick service, lovely cup of coffee and the children loved the iced buns. Very chatty waitress who made us all feel most welcome. Price for coffee and buns very good.

Really enjoyed a quiet brunch here, and honestly the burger (so tasty) was the bargain of the century! And the coffee was fantastic. Will be visiting regularly.

Wow delicious the currant flapjack 😋😋, the bread and sandwiches 🤤🤤

Great place, great food, really friendly.

Great pasties and doughnuts, glad we stumbled upon the bakery today

Popped in for coffee, custard tart, and 4 takeaway custard tarts, gruff unfriendly service, watery coffee 13.35 wow that’s an expensive mistake, won’t be going again, locals commented that they don’t use it for the same reason, I was the only person in there ve

Delicious and super-fresh sandwiches. The sourdough toasties were excellent. Dog friendly. Very helpful staff. Would definitely recommend for a simple lunch.

Lovely leek & potato soup with homemade bread & the hot chocolate was really yummy. Well worth a visit.

Great place for coffee and cake just a great place staff brilliant.

After reading reviews for this place we decided to stop in when passing though, expecting some lovely sourdough toasties. Unfortunately the place looked scruffy, the toasties were very average and the flat white coffee were definitely not flat whites, but more watery milk. The waitress was very grumpy and the toilet area looked like a dirty dumping ground. Really not sure why this place gets such good reviews

Lovely staff & good pastries etc, but not very good coffee...

Nice bakery, but no cooked food

The site should say they don’t do a full breakfast any more. When questioned the girl just said the menu had changed, basically lump it. At least the parking was free for an hour.

Delicious food and lovely service. Picked this bakery out as a halfway point for us to stop and eat at from London to Cornwall, so glad we did and will do it again next time we take this journey. Plenty of space outside to park too (as long as you're not over an hour)

Cinnamon buns and almond croissant delicious. The sausage roll not so much. We were sad we went at a time where no donut was out. Maybe it was too early.

Lovely place for a cup of tea or a bite to eat in Wincanton

Nice bread and pastries. Easy enough to do but there are quite a few places locally who manage to make it seem difficult so...

Great Coffee, nice food... (Especially now the fries are back kn the menu).. Well worth a visit

It's always a joy to come back to this cafe bakery, especially if I have been away. The team there are fantastic. Karen always welcomes me back. Even if I have only be away for a couple of days. Its great there. You simply must try ☘️

Looks great, but ALL bread was sold out at 12pm on a Wednesday. Pretty weird for a bakery

We visited here for breakfast the morning after a family wedding. The coffee was outstanding as were the pastries and other breakfast food. Lovely, friendly staff and a wonderful atmosphere. Thank you

If you like quality, homemade food this is the place to to go, very rare to find proper homemade food these days. The homemade soup and bread was Lovely, the soup was tasty. The carrot cake afterwards was also proper quality. Would recommend if you like quality food. The food was also reasonably priced for the quality. Will be back if I'm ever this direction again.

We recently moved to Wincanton and are still exploring what the town has to offer. This little gem of a place will be at the top of the list for breakfast. Staff very friendly and food and drink was fantastic and fresh. We also bought some bread. The supermarket won't be selling us bread anymore. Traditional baking without all the chemical nasties. Great to be able to buy quality and keeping it local.

Lovely nice warm and homey interior which is very clean, I really appreciated the warmth when coming inside on a cold day. The coffee was beautifully crafted and the cinnamon bun was light and gooey, super yummy. Staff were friendly and very hospitable. I recommend here if you’re in the Wincanton area.

The coffee was OK, nothing more than that, and the cakes were quite dry, however, the most irritating thing of all is that there are no prices displayed on any product on the counter, pretty little signs saying what the item is yes, but nowhere that I could see was a price list for any of the baked products.

Croissant didn't seem very fresh and a bit tough. I think the change in decor detracts from the warm comfy feeling it used to have. I also really feel the bathroom area needs sorting. I used to love going here, but I'm afraid it will be the last time I visit now.

Nice / friendly . Try the BLT,, local bacon and fresh bread , delicious

We had v good coffee and cakes and were particularly impressed by the staff who were friendly and engaging

Ordered a birthday celebration lemon drizzle cake at the very last minute. I collected within a few hours and it was amazing! Will not hesitate to use again and will make excuses to visit the shop more often!

The sourdough breadcakes used for the sandwiches were really really tasty though expensive when eating in.

Had a very tasty lunch after pulling off the traffic choked 303. So much so we stocked up with lots of bakery extras for later

Had an excellent bacon sandwich on fresh made bread

Nice produce, but very expensive, not worth the inflated price in my opinion.

Love this place. Staff are super friendly and the great coffee and the Margarita pizza is sooooo good.

Great flapjack and sausage rolls

Popped in for breakfast on our way to Cornwall. I had the eggs florentine and my partner had kedgeree. The eggs florentine was ok, I only say ok as the hollandaise sauce was definitely not a true hollandaise, tasted processed and very strong in taste. The kedgeree faired a bit better on taste but was lacking the main ingredient of smoked haddock, there was a deep fried piece of skin as garnish.🤔. Disappointing.

The Lovington Bakery is superb. A real jewel. I have bought bread from there and it is amazing. The Focaccia is wonderful and so are the baguettes, which are so popular it is advisable to get them to reserve one for you. The atmosphere in the store is great and a warm friendly welcome is always given. I am lucky that it is only a short walk to be able to access their fantastic produce.

Be warned. Surly and unwelcoming staff. Thought I’d call in Monday morning to support local & independent. Mask on, only two other customers inside, all 2m apart, but was told to leave!

Limited choice of goods on offer, fancied a pasty but they don’t do pasties, they don’t do sausage rolls either, lots of bread and cakes though, oh and quiche, but then I can’t stand quiche and don’t like cakes.

Found this place after starting dog training in Wincanton. If you like big delicious cakes and a nice latte or cup of tea, you must go here immediately!

The food was really tasty. We ate custard tarts, cinnamon rolls and an almond croissant. The drinks were great. The only downside was there wasn't a huge selection and the tables were a bit cramped. Apart from that, we had a lovely afternoon.

Whether you want yo buy a loaf of artisan bread or cakes , just sit and habe a drink and a sticky bun and a chat with your friends or something a little more substantial for lunch it is great, their Almond Croissants and their custard tarts are yo die gor.

We found this on our way home from Cornwall. Just off the main drag. Fantastic sandwiches and hot drinks. Would highly recommend. Great service too.

Popped in for lunch with my hungry one-year-old having spotted the cafe driving through the Market place. Was really impressed - lovely, cosy yet contemporary interior. Delicious Thai sweet potato soup and bread with cheese and they rustled up two delicious sausages for my daughter for only £1.50! A highchair was no trouble and the staff were particularly warm and friendly. A rack of books for children was the icing on the cake for a weary parent! Thank you!

Well initially I was disappointed to learn the breakfast brioche wasn't on the menu, but fear not good people of TripAdvisor, we had the 'No swap full English' well what can I say about this massive journey to flavour world, hmmm nothing other than pure lushness, by far the most epic breakfast I'd ever eaten in my life. The service was great and I do highly recommend the brekki. Disregard any bad natured previous reviews as believe these are from rival cafés in the area. This place is fantastic and well worth a visit.Happy reading and hopefully eating

Friendly staff came over and served me straight away. I only came in for a pot of tea but was so tempted by the smells and sights of the food I had to get something. It was delicious! Would recommend to anyone:)

Oh wow what a little gem, the food is 5star as is the ambience the decor and the friendly service... Huge portions very reasonably priced would definitely recommend this place. If you're ever in Wincanton and want excellent food this is the best place

Stopped in by chance just to take a break from the A303. Lovely place. We only had coffee (good) but the atmosphere was great: lots of happy talkative people sitting at benches, ordering wonderful-looking plates of cooked breakfast. The sight of the cakes as you walk in - their appearance - is enough to earn five stars. Luke warm reception but this turns out to be just a relaxed style. Service was friendly and efficient. We'll stop again when we are next droning endlessly along to 303.

I was delayed in my shopping and decided to pop in here. Good decision! Salmon on sourdough with poached eggs smothered in hollandaise sauce, need I say more? I almost completed my Saturday crossword while enjoying this laidback venue and watching kitchen service.

How can a bakery sell a stale greasy doughnut? Quite easily it would seem. My friend sent this back as it was inedible and my almond croissant was not much better, dry and definitely the worst I have ever had. I agree with comments already made about the lack of hygiene and poor service. What a shame as this business started off with such promise. The owner appears to have become too complacent.

A really lovely little cafe in Wincanton. The bread, cakes and pastries are the best I've ever had. Went in this morning and ordered my favourite poached eggs on toast, the chef is something else and is one of the few people on this earth who is willing to make me poached eggs without putting vinegar in the water (I can't stand vinegar). Most places you go you just get a cold stare and get told "it can't be done" (it can) but at Lovington's it's never an issue. The eggs came perfectly poached, runny in the middle on lovely toasted bread with a nice garnish. The coffee is amazing, proper coffee with no bitter after taste and if you ask for water it comes with fresh fruit in which is a nice touch. The staff are friendly and welcoming, nothing is any trouble if you ask. I also like that children and dogs are made to feel as welcome as the adults!

Visited last week after not bothering with the place for a few months due to a slip in customer service and hygiene.

I ordered a BLT sandwich (on granary) to takeaway. It was huge, the bacon was hot and thick, the tomato and lettuce was really fresh and the bread was also lovely. Perfection!

We visited after a dawn balloon flight and were in need of a good breakfast.

The Discworld Emporium had recommended Lovington Bakery and we were delighted with our visit. Teas, coffees, buns and cakes, all delicious, served with smiles in this bustling, busy eatery. Loved it!

Great food. Quick service. Well priced. Menu changes regularly with interesting specials although you can't beat the ham and eggs for a weekend brunch. They like to "caramelise" (slightly burn) the toast if you're into that sort of thing. The donuts and croissants are both huge and delicious. Would benefit from a different selection of drinks - smoothies in particular. Easily the best place in Wincanton to eat and arguably the best brunch type place I know of.

Called in for a coffee but when I saw the cakes could not resist, I choose an 'apple and cinnamon bun', it was fantastic, the coffee was also of a very good quality the staff were helpful and friendly, Although I did not have a meal, the meals that I saw being served looked extremely appetizing. Although Wincanton does not have a lot to offer, 'Lovington bakery' is well worth a trip --- you will not be disappointed !. ---

Our first time eating here. We both had the burgers. My friend prefers her meat medium so asked for hers to be cooked a little more, all done with a smile. All elements of the meal were tasty, salad dressing, meat, garnish & the mayonnaise was fabulous. We took pizza home for supper!!

We have had breakfast here, lunch as well. I buy bread when I want to treat myself (love the focaccia) and their almond croissants are just the best. Actually heavy with almond paste and so flaky. It does get busy but the service does well to keep up and you can forgive them when they are slower because it's not for a lack of enthusiasm. Coffee is good quality and the lunches we have had were lovely. It's not fancy, it's not overly trendy or trying to hard. It is simple things done extremely well with good quality ingredients which I think are mostly quite local? One of my favourite places for a coffee and a pastry, or breakfast, or lunch. Shame they don't do dinner...

The cakes were just amazing! Really great value, I got a huge slab of brownie and a large coffee for under a fiver and it was delicious! The service was average, fairly miserable staff member but didn't effect the trip. There were quite a few dogs which although wouldn't normally bother me, a large amount of food is uncovered and it felt a little unsanitary. But would definitely go again, good value, good food

I've heard good things about this place of late but this was the first time I went to see for myself. Just a brilliant place to be. The cafe has a relaxed, welcoming and friendly atmosphere and was an ideal place for me to sit and do some work. There is something for everyone on the menu. I opted for a breakfast and it was one of the very best I've had - enjoyed every mouthful. The staff were very visible and helpful throughout my visit. Compliments to Tom the chef who took the time to come and speak with me after my meal. Couldn't think of a better start to the day. Fantastic cafe representing great value. Can't wait until my next visit.

I visited The Lovington Bakery this week whilst looking for a place to sit and read and drink coffee. I left a long while later having had 2 coffees and scrambled eggs on toast. The coffee was excellent - full flavoured and not overdone – and the eggs on toast were far beyond what could be reasonably expected. The atmosphere was nice, the food was hot and prompt, the service was good, and the whole place (staff and customers) seemed happy.

Popped in yesterday on our tour of the area and was impressed enough to share. The freshly cooked food is amazing, the lovely staff are friendly and can't do enough for you. There's a real buzz in the place that makes you want to go back. It's clearly well managed too, as it's clean and the waiting times weren't long at all. Real little gem of a of place that contributes to Wincanton being a gorgeous place to visit.

I opened an account just to leave this review, as I was appalled at the service of this place - and shocked at the other reviews saying how good it was!

Stopped for a late brunch to find exceptional food and service. Bacon & mushers on bread baked just a few miles away was superb eaten in a place with great “chatter” atmosphere

The best artisan bread in Somerset ...

I’m sitting here in the bakery cafe as I write this review with a untouched breakfast in front of me as the sausage was raw in the middle. Now mistakes happen however despite there being only two other customers the staff are more interested in gossiping in the kitchen than they are in the customers. It’s now been 30 mins and not a single bit of attention from any of the staff. As I sat here the staff did come out to serve somebody with a dog where the girl serving stroked the dog then wiped her hand on her trousers and continued to handle food, I have a dog and would not do that at home and if is far from acceptable in a cafe. Then if that was not bad enough the dog was nosing the food on the counter which the owner did stop it doing however the food should have been disposed of. I have been here a few time but the owners are going to need to have a serious look at staff and standards if I am ever to return.

We found the bakery whilst looking for somewhere to eat in Wincanton and loved it!

What a joy Huzzar - beats the chapel and H & Worth by a million miles. Best brunch south of the Watford gap had 2 almond croissants and shrooms on toast. Wowzer

I have been to the bakery about 6 times for lunch. The food is fantastic. Not complicated but very cleaver tasty combinations. It is unusual to find a chef that knows how to put simple wholsum ingredients together and create a fantastic tasting dish. The people here obviously love and enjoy food.

We came here for a late lunch but as it was quiet they had stopped serving however there was a couple slices of pizza left and I think this was most fortunate as it was quite possibly the most delicious pizza I've ever eaten full of cheese tomato and mushrooms . My daughter had a pain au chocolat which was also extremely good. The tea ( earl grey) was excellent and very hot. When we left we purchased more baked goods bread and cinnamon whirls . This is one of the best artisan bakery's I've ever been to ! Really worth the drive to Wincanton I will definitely return to expirience the full lunch menu and buy more bread . The best bread I've eaten in a long time.

When you'r lying awake with a dismal headache and repose is tabooed by anxiety, I conceive you .....

What a little jewel of a place. Lovely pastries; great coffee (seriously great cappuccino); friendly service and great food. We also got some lovely fresh-baked bread to take away. Afterwards we visited a lovely vintage shop up the high street called Number Six - Wincanton is so worth a visit. Would also reccommend The Nog Inn for traditional fayre at great prices - and if you love vinyl there's a great record shop just up from number 6 vintage. But get there early; start your day with coffee and some food at Lovingtons. You won't regret it!

A little jewel of a place in Wincanton wonderful bread and some very decadent cakes and pastries. The cafe does some great rustic food

Came here for breakfast this morning with the family and it was lovely. Relaxed atmosphere, staff were polite and helpful. I had the sourdough bread with avocado, eggs and bacon and it was fantastic. Definitely be coming back.

We went here for lunch whilst in the area visiting friends. The avocado and eggs were lovely!! Friendly atmosphere with good service. The lady serving was friendly. I would recommend a visit for a meal. Had a look through the window and the chefs looked professional working very hard.

Strayed off the main road looking for a bespoke coffee shop en route to Salcombe.

Called in for a quick coffee and snack en route further south. It was pleasant enough and we were served by a friendly young girl. Personally I am not a big fan of bench tables but that’s just my opinion.

Been here for coffee many times before but today was my last. Called in at 11.42am just about to choose from breakfast menu which was taken away to be told it was being changed for lunch menu. No menu appeared and when I asked I was curtly told by very rude young female member of staff lunch menu would come out at 12. So rude, so unpleasant and so many other places to drink and eat in Wincanton, bye bye Lovingtons.

Made a detour as such great reviews but had such a disappointing lunch. We had the most expensive and awful tasting cheese toasty ever. A smither of cheese, a ridiculous amount of spring onion served with awful greasy chips. The counter was dirty and the toilets were horrible (and based through a dumping ground). The servers were polite - but clearly young and I'll equipped to manage a food venue.

They put on a special italian dining evening which was excellent - great food and a lovely atmosphere. It was bring your own drink which worked fine. I hope they do another evening like this soon!

I like the styling of this venue. Tressle tables and benches, big window for people watching if you should choose. Not a great choice of cakes and snacks but what is on offer, of those items displayed on the counter, look fab! I chose an Almond Danish that frankly was enough for two people. Nice Latte. Very nice interlude. Would recommend.

Another visit to The Lovingon Bakery, I had an enormous bacon sandwich, was a real doorstep! And great fresh coffee