The Mill Cafe in Cornwall, Isles of Scilly

We decided to pop into a garden centre we had missed visiting previously and thought we might as well have a cuppa while we were there. What a surprise …….a lovely little cafe with super staff, all of the ones we encountered. The food sounded so lovely and different that we decided to have lunch as well. Sadly the cottage pie had just sold out but someone else’s looked delicious, so we had salmon pate and a cheese and ham croissant with salad and crisps. Way better than the usual pub grub we seem to find. Way better than we were expecting so we will definitely be returning when we can

Friendly, helpful staff and delicious food delivered very quickly. After eating I ordered a coffee which didn't arrive and after about 20 minutes we decided to get the bill and go. I mentioned the coffee that never was and the staff could not have been more apologetic!! The manager offered me a free take away as compensation and the waitress who'd taken my original order came out especially to apologise and explain the mix up. I've been I other places in Cornwall where you just get a begrudging apology and a shrug. This was impressive. The coffee was excellent and worth having! We'll definitely go back. Highly recommend this little cafe in a lovely nursery that just sells stuff for the garden!!

Lovely cafe situated within Bodmin nursery. Excellent service. Super light lunches. Polite and friendly staff.lovely clean premises with welcoming fire

We went for the first time with our two kids on Easter weekend, we turned up not expecting a table, but we were seated quickly. The staff were prompt with serving us and were polite and friendly. The food was lovely and would recommend to friends and family.

Very expensive and unsure why as the food was average at best. Nursery very well stocked but again, very expensive. The worst part was the very rude and condescending little woman in the shop.

Food and service was very good. Variety was also nice. Prices were a little expensive but a nice setting, either inside or out.

Orderd fruit scone and cheese scone when they arrived they were the thinnest scones we have ever seen at £3.75 and £3.95 each trying to cut them in half my fruit scone broke into 3 pieces my wife’s cheese scone was so thin each half had to be folded in half to eat it , they were HOT not warm butter disappeared in a second obviously had been microwaved to death , a hot scone normally means a stale scone , if you must serve hot scones they should always be heated in a oven and warmed not nuked to death , as we paid at the till my wife complained and was told we should have asked for them cold ( we weren’t given the choice when we ordered them ) you will be aware of recent other complaints regarding microwaved scones that has obviously not been addressed we will also not be returning

We go to this lovely cafe often as always great service and drinks/food. We went for the set lunch today (19.3.23) and it was very good. The beef was so tender and full of flavour. The desserts were extremely good as well. Thank you to the chef and all other staff.

Ordered a cheese scone and coffee which was quite expensive, the scone had been microwaved and was awful, scone texture had disappeared and was claggy, do I left it. I was shocked to see a staff member with long red hair, come out from behind the counter, stand on the slope between the two seating areas, take their hair down, comb their hair with their fingers, then put it back up again and then proceeded to go back to the counter and there task of re-arranging things without washing their hands, not very hygienic! Garden centre is good so will just visit there in future.

I did complain about the service and the owner was apologetic. He said I should have gone to him immediately but I was tired. He was genuinely upset at the service I received.

Good selection of food, reasonably priced. Friendly staff and there is plenty of seating both inside & out. Parking available and being situated in Bodmin Nursery you can browse the huge amount of plants, herbs, succulents as well as the indoor shop.

My friends meet every several times a year at the Mill Cafe over the pass 5 years. When we went last week we have to agree that it was a disappointing as no longer value for money. You now do not give a salad garnish with sandwiches and specials. The salad that came with the pasty was more like a salad garnish which cost £3.50. The open sandwich that would of come before with a good size slice of baker tom's bread was a thin pre-sliced and the equivalate of about a half a normal sandwich at the cost of £9.95. We understand the rising food prices but feel the standard has slipped to that you could get from a local supermarket/bakery where expectations are not as high. We based this on our previous visits where we have left fully satisfied. My friends and I have always looked upon these visits as a treat so this was a disappointing experience.

Same sort of scenario as the last visit, arrived at cafe at 15:38 to be told only tea and hot choc available as they were cleaning the coffee machine, and some cakes ! Had a cup of tea and watched numerous people turn up and walk off, due to the closed sign being up, before the advertised closing time ! If you advertise as being open until 4pm then stay open until then and clear up afterwards !

Called for a late lunch before stocking up on compost from the Plant Nursery and various plants. We were greeted by a friendly waitress who showed us to a free, freshly cleaned table. It was very busy. We both had paninis with salad and coleslaw which were excellent and very fresh. Service was brisk and the whole team appeared to work well together, friendly and professional. The area felt covid safe and very clean. Pot of tea, excellent. Well done, will definitely call in again.

Visited just after going to Bodmin jail as it wasn’t too far away, easily accessible without having to find parking in Bodmin - on the site of a garden centre. Staff were lovely. Had scones that were very nice. The child’s lunchbox on a plate was ok. My eldest had a cheese and ham toasted but found the ham too thick and a bit chewy with not enough cheese. Hot chocolate was good. Reasonable value and quick service, though it wasn’t too busy as it was pouring!

Came in for lunch, was able to get a seat inside although plenty of seating outside if needed. The sandwiches were big and with a good side salad too. A generous sized coffee and lovely cake too. It is very covid safe and extremely clean. The staff are like lightening zooming around efficiently. It was pretty busy but didn't look like anyone had to wait long. Each table cleaned after each use. I will be looking forward to another visit here.

We were on our way to St Mawes for our last mini staycation of this summer. Having anticipated our arrival in the Truro area at about lunchtime, we planned this stop at the Bodmin Plant and Herb Nursery, to have a snack lunch at their highly regarded café. We sat on a table in the café’s outdoor dining area, under a canvas roofed and mostly open-sided structure. We sat on in a sunny spot and the sun was extremely hot, I had to make a couple of seating adjustments to maintain my comfort. My partner ordered a Cornish Brie and Cranberry Sandwich, and I had a Home-roasted Ham and Cheddar Cheese Panini. Both came with a good side salad, some very good coleslaw and few crisps. The sandwiches were much enjoyed with a couple of cups of reasonably good and strong tea each from the large pot provided. Service was excellent and very efficient with the staff clearing and wiping down tables promptly; so important to give a good impression for arriving customers, and also to help keep flies, and other more threatening bugs, away. It was a pleasant stop, and we took the opportunity to have a half-hour walk around the very large and impressive garden centre, which was being extended with the construction of another building.

Visited the Mill Cafe after a stroll around Bodmin Nursery. Been there on many previous visits. As always the service was first class. The staff are pleasant, very helpful and their attention to ensuring the cleanliness in these Covid times is exemplary. As a Coeliac it is nice to have a couple of gluten free options available; I had the gluten free ginger cake on this occasion. Great place for a coffee and bite to eat.

Delicious food, freshly prepared at reasonable prices. Relaxing and clean environment. Staff friendly would visit again

Thank you Bodmin Nursery for having us!! We parked at the Nursery, browsed and explored the beautiful plants, ate an excellent lunch in the Mill Cafe. Courteous staff, spotlessly clean, delicious food and good information on your Covid- compliance rules. Then later enjoyed the cycling...

My Wife and I have visited a few times and I thought it about time I left a review. Never have we been disappointed with the fare on offer here having now tried various items from the menu. The salads are really fresh and beautifully...

Disappointing visit to Mill cafe this afternoon. Staff not really engaged in serving us. Coffee arrived 10minutes before our scones, hence coffee lukewarm. No Trewithen butter instead given pot of margarine. Staff indifferent. We frequently visit this cafe, so disappointed after today's visit.

This place is an amazing find set in Bodmin Nursery it supplied amazing food and drinks. I’ve never been to a cafe that is so conscious of social distancing and cleanliness without making you feel uncomfortable. Fully recommend Hommity Pie and soup will visit again

Just had lunch at the Mill Cafe.This place is exceptional for food and great service.The young staff are a credit to them serving and coping with current restrictions.Thank you for a great lunch.

A lovely lunch on our way through Cornwall. The food was good quality and good value. The young staff provided great service and impressed us with their attention to detail with their COVID cleanliness

On a day where the rain was biblical, Chloe & Charlotte went above & beyond to help out our wet and cold cyclists to ensure they got warm as well as great food. Truly wonderful customer service. Well worth a visit.

Warm friendly service. We had toasted teacakes and warm scones. The deluxe hot chocolates were amazing. Would definitely recommend

We come here as much as we can as we love the place & would much rather spend our money helping a small, local business than a large chain. Have come here several times since lock down & have to say, it's probably one of...

Food is very well presented and served and most importantly tasty .Tables and Chairs all cleaned between customers , Staff are all friendly and polite at all times . It is one of those places people feel it is safe to bring elderly relatives ....

As above and very good food,coffee and service. Able to sit outside and enjoy the sunshine and food. Paninis with dressed salad superb. All discounted by the 50% government initiative .Recommended

Located at the bottom of the hill on the main road from Bodmin. Situated within Bodmin Nursery, a real plantsman’s nursery. We stopped for coffee, but meals are also available. Seating inside or out in a dedicated area. Very Covid safe. The nursery is the...

We found this cafe on a wet and cold winters day. Perfect place to warm up with cupa and scone. Husband said best coffee he had in 3 weeks 👌

A very pleasant, warm and cosy place to meet friends, enjoy your favourite cuppa and treat yourself to a range of cakes, buns and savouries. The cafe is always clean, well appointed and the staff polite and friendly. Of course there's always the added benefit...

Garden centre is stunning and friendly staff. Went in cafe ordered a large flat white coffee and a fruit scone. Disappointed on both. Coffee was in a small cup and was half full of froth and the half was warm coffee 3 mouthfuls and it...

Been many times before, came today with my mum. We were met by friendly staff, we ordered,, took our seats. The cake that we ordered was absolutely delicious. Mum even went out and bought some plants!! We will be back.

A group of 10 of us had a wander round the garden centre before going for tea/coffee/hot chocolate and cake. I loved the carrot cake which was moist and large! The hot chocolate was also good. The service was friendly and efficient and we all enjoyed ourselves sitting outside chatting and eating - heaven!

Lovely cafe producing wonderful home made cakes, quiches and soups. Excellent service - a must try are their scones range. Good value for money. This is based within a nursery that produces lots of plants which allows you time to walk off your lunch.

We decided to stop for lunch (having not been here before). The restaurant was very clean and light and airy. It was busy which is a good sign. They are a young staff and very helpful and attentive. We ordered sandwiches which were very well crammed with food, there was a bowl of coleslaw, some crisps and a lovely dressed salad. It was very filling and first class all round. To accompany this we had two large cups of hot chocolate sprinkled with real chocolate flakes. A lovely filling meal. Lots of other choices on the menu too, all of which looked good when delivered in the restaurant.

Great little cafe, staff outstanding very friendly, helpful and extremely professional. Panini were very good with beautiful fresh salad and crisps on the side. The sticky toffee pudding was huge and delicious and the fruit scone was light, tasty and enormous.Loo was outside but close to terrace and cafe and very clean.

I swear I have eaten a lot of scones in my time but goodness these are the best I have ever had the pleasure to eat. We have visited a number of times and the selection is always good. Little touches like blankets on the outside seating is a nice thing and the service is friendly and quick. Dogs welcome as well.

We generally visit after shopping,always a good selection of freshly made meals,soups are really tasty and filling, and the Cajun chicken burgers fantastic always quick & friendly service,with the garden centre a nice stop off for a meal,and stocking up with plants

Before we shopped for plants had an absolutely delicious lunch of Homity Pie in the cafe and the best and hottest coffee I’ve had for a long time all served by very friendly staff

1st visit here. Lovely ambience .food nice . Service quick and staff friendly and polite . We had quiche homity pie and a panini All well presented

This small cafe forms part of Bodmin Garden Centre, and makes an ideal place to break from wandering around the centre for lunch or afternoon tea. The food is freshly prepared and "home made", with generous portions. The menu has something for everyone. Lovely welcoming friendly staff are a credit to the establishment.

The cafe has been extended with covered outdoor area and homely indoor area heated by wood burners. Situated in one of the best nurseries in the county. Good food at reasonable price. Good service from friendly staff.

Visited and had coffee before looking round nursery and buying plants. Went back to café, very quiet at that time - almost more people behind the counter than customers. No-one in queue behind us. Asked for breakfast menu - sorry, we have just finished serving breakfast, finishes at 11.30. It was now 11.32, I looked at the clock on the wall, and said it is only just gone 11.30 - no, breakfast is finished. But lunch does not start until 12.00 so what happens in between those times? - well, we'll serve you lunch a bit early (in the tone of someone doing me a huge and confidential favour). So, you serve lunch 28 minutes early but can't serve breakfast 2 minutes late? - NO. What a farce, only wanted a bacon roll, what is the big deal? Had a cheese scone in the end, which was dry and full of seeds of some kind - weird. But at least they served it, and it wasn't even tea time …. Now, had they been busy, or short of staff, I would get that, but when I am the only one at the counter, being looked at by about 5 people standing behind it doing nothing very much, it does not scream good customer service. Will definitely not bother again, but go somewhere where they know that the first rule of retail is - the customer is king.

Dad and I visited here at lunchtime today to meet a friend - what a lovely place. The quiche was probably the best I've tasted, the staff were helpful, and I was impressed with the standard of the new-ish(?) toilet block. The cake selection looked amazing - I opted for a macaron and it was great. I'd happily recommend it to friends.

Visited here today with my parents and as usual coffee and cake up to its normal high standards. But I must note how they went to the trouble of baking some lovely Cornish treats for St Pirans Day, saffron buns, heavy cake and my very favourite ‘splits’!! It’s not every day I see this on a menu and they were absolutely delicious!

Me and Oma stopped by here in February, and thought we grab a bite to eat, it was a lovely atmosphere inside and the food looked good, I had a gammon ham salad, and Oma had quiche the salad from all homegrown which I loved about the cafe, once we had our food, we set off to look for some chillis, great food, friendly staff, thank you, would recommend.

We come here often and have brought family here, just as family brought us. The food is always wonderful home cooked and healthy. The welcome is warm and the plants in the nursery are always good.

Paid a visit with friends on Saturday 17th November. Cafe was very busy but when our rolls came out the bacon was cold and looked dry. We questioned this at the time and was told the bacon was pre cooked because it was farmer's market. I would just like to make the point it doesn't take long to cook fresh bacon. Would now think twice about ordering again. And the staff could smile a little more.

Not been here before but really enjoyed the quick break we had allocated to our trip. Views over the garden centre gave you inspiration to look at the shrubs and plants

A group of 12 of us went for tea/coffee/hot chocolate and cake in the afternoon. The service was friendly and efficient and we were all stunned at the size of our cake portions! They had various cakes - chocolate, victoria, carrot etc which we all liked.

Arrived mid afternoon to find everything packed away and told initially they were not serving food. Did get offered toasted sandwich in the end but decided to go elsewhere after the initial unhelpful attitude. We usually enjoy a nice meal here but it seems to be going downhill lately and this just might be a watershed where we look for somewhere to eat.

After some shopping in the Bodmin Nursery for a couple of specialist shrubs, and as it was lunchtime we decided to try our luck at the Mill Cafe.

Too easy to spend money in the excellent nursery followed by coffee and lunch excellent service and cakes are yummy

I love this little cafe and always have to pop in when I'm visiting the nursery. They have lots of gluten free options the most delicious home made soup. The service is fab too.

We visit this cafe between 2-3 times a week. Sitting under a parasol and enjoying morning coffee is perfect. We are not so crazy about sitting indoors, to us it is characterless. The staff are young and enthusiastic. The food is home-baked and the coffee is delicious. It is a "locals'" favourite.

Good stop off point when visiting Bodmin nursery

Love the cafè at Bodmin Nursery, always a peaceful lovely place to sit and watch the world go by. Food is always delicious along with friendly staff.

I love popping in here for a light lunch or coffee and cake! Today I went back for a cream tea. Gorgeous warm scone and heaps of jam and clotted cream. Staff are friendly and helpful. One of my favourite cafes around.

One of the best cream teas we have had and as locals we have savoured a good few. Perfect in hot sunny weather we are having at present.

Eight of us went for tea and cake. We were very impressed with the professional service as they were very busy, but very efficient. Lots of us had cream teas with great portions which they all enjoyed. I enjoyed their chocolate cake and their hot chocolate - great and moist. Lovely end to the day out.

I cannot believe that I haven’t taken a turn into the Bodmin Garden Centre, and The Mill Cafe to boot! Quiet, secluded outside bistro style tables and chairs, inside rustic farmhouse tea room, with fire burner, into a vaulted, open, more uniform restaurant room, but clean lines and cool colours, attractive art, all blended together with wheelchair friendly slopes, access all areas! It’s clear from the start, the cakes, scones, savouries and salads, are freshly baked and prepared, traditional meets Cosmopolitan styles, wide range of teas, coffees and soft drinks, and then there’s the menu itself. They advertise ‘light lunch’ but portions are generous.

A great little cafe that does excellent food. Lots of home baking, really friendly and relaxed. Plus you get to buy some plants when you leave!

Spring Saver weekend in the garden centre that the cafe is sited in on 21 & 22 April with cafe serving Italian food. We popped in and tried the lasagna followed by panda cotta. Excellent food as always, staff happy and friendly. The place is buzzing which is good to see. Really good quality plants and family owned what more could you ask for? Plenty of free parking. Thanks and well done Linda and Mark.

A group of 10 of us went for drinks and cake. The cafe was clean and well presented with plenty of tables. The service was friendly and efficient and we all enjoyed our visit.

Went here for first time today .. Great cake good coffee and really lovely staff. A place like this deserves to do so well.

Great service and even greater cakes. Friendly staff,good value for money. Will be going there again for sure.

A group of 12 of us were looking for cake and decided to go to the Mill Cafe as it was on our way home. We had a variety of cakes from caramel slice to bake-well slice and lots of others. The service was friendly and efficient and we enjoyed our cakes, especially as they had plenty for us to choose from.

We made an impromptu visit here, my son had a ham & cheese panini and I had a Brie and cranberry panini and a scone with jam & cream and tea. Food portions were generous and probably had the best scones I ever tasted in my whole life. Would definitely visit again if ever in the area.

Really tasty lunch at the mill cafe which was served very quickly. Would definitely return, perfect place to stop when travelling between holiday destinations. We were lucky to stumble on this place quite by accident!

Amazing little find live local but first visit had coffee and Apple and almond cake with cream was amazing will be back perhaps you could think about doing orders ?

Being gluten and salt intolerant, it makes eating out a nightmare. This cafe, however, was switched on to my condition, and had plenty of choice for me. Combined with an enormous choice of plants and knowledgeable staff, it was a pleasure to visit.

This cafe is in the grounds of the excellent Bodmin Nursery, which has a variety of high quality plants.

Bodmin herb nursery is our favourite nursery , and to start of with a coffee is always a good idea , and a good coffee as well , I was truly impressed with freshly baked cheese scone the best I have tasted ,and friendly helpful staff well done

Arrived for lunch in courtyard cafe which was moderately busy but well staffed. Long wait and poor lunch. Ordered red onion and goats cheese tart which turned out to be a flattened filled croissant with a couple of lettuce leaves and tomato slices which I thought expensive for nearly £6. When I asked or some dressing for what was an excuse for a salad the kitchen staff said no but gave a small container of oil instead.

The nursery and cafe are near us and we pop in often. There is always a warm welcome from Mark, Linda and all the staff. We popped in last week and had salami and veg quiche which was yummy. Then went to buy some lovely plants for the garden and had a nice wander around, then had to finish with coffee and cake before we left.

What a fabulous little cafe, I had smoked mackerel pate and my friend had the hommity pie. Great fresh salad and lovely toast with the pate. The service was very good and the staff friendly. I thoroughly enjoyed the cafe and the garden centre. Would have been full marks if there had been more than 1 loo. Great little place.

The food had good presentation and good quality. However, the price is steeper than some other cafes in the area which offer a bigger menu.

I visited The Mill Cafe today with my husband, mum, sister-in-law, nephew and niece. A lovely find; the girls working behind the counter were all really friendly and welcoming. The menu was extensive and ideal for everybody and the cakes were displayed well and very yummy. I had a ham and cheese panini and Bakewell Tart for afters, and was really impressed with the portions.

Husband & I had a scrummy lunch - He had a Cream Tea with huge scones & generous portions of jam & cream & I chose the Warm Savoury Croissant with a delicious fresh salad. I found it difficult to choose, as everything sounded so tempting. I will probably have the Mackerel Pate next time, or maybe the Savoury Cream Tea or....! Fortunately we only live 15 minutes away - so we will be back - soon.

Located in a garden centre this is well signposted and easy to find with plenty of parking. There is an extensive range of coffee, cakes and hotter meals and snacks all of which are very good. There is inside and outside seating and good serving staff who are always smiling and happy to assist. The only downside is that the senior persons (different on the days I went (weekday/weekend)) really does need to be less serious and more jovial. Nothing worse than being welcomed by a straight face with lack of personality, but the younger staff were all spot on.

Often I'm disappointed by a cream tea served with cream and jam served in sealed individual tubs... not here! It may not have been homemade cream and jam (no idea), but it certainly tasted that way and the scones were delicious too. Coffee again was great. What an amazing and unexpected find. the nursery looked good too, but we didn't have time to explore that, sadly.

We visit the nursery often and had decided to pop in for lunch. This was fabulous, we had the warm croissants filled with ham and cheese and accompanied by lovely salads. Service and welcome was as warm as ever, we will be back.

Lovely little tearoom, serving lunches and cakes. Very good menu, especially considering the size of the kitchen. We ordered Panini's, which were very good. They came with a salad garnish, and some unordered side dishes of coleslaw and a lentil and feta salad, which was a lovely, and unexpected touch. Everything was beautifully presented. We also shared a piece of bakewell tart which was very nice. All of the cakes looked homemade.

Amazing cakes, scones, light bites, tapas the majority of which are produced on site by the team who express a passion delicious home style cooking to a high standard & great coffee too. The ethos of producing on site, where possible, extends to The Bodmin Nursery.

Enjoyed a relaxed lunch whilst at Bodmin nursery. It was a lovely sunny day so we could eat outside. Good range of light lunches including homity pie, quiche, soup, salads, cakes etc. I chose the homemade mackerel pate with toast. Truly delicious. Chocolate brownie also great. Lovely location. Very friendly.

the menu is broad from frittata to pasty through homemade soups and quiches and was served with a fresh side salad and a smile. Extra and unordered side salads of coleslaw and red cabbage were a welcome surprise. This cafe is worth a visit for a delightful home cooked lunch in its own right

A great place for a coffee and chocolate brownie, or a light lunch, whilst visiting Bodmin Nursery (Five acres of 'proper' nursery). A wood burning stove in the corner, comfy seating, suitable for families, and a delicious range of cake and buns, light snacks, home-made soups etc. The aroma as you enter just hits you, and it's irresistible!

Having been put off by the evens project astronomic prices we set off in search of somewhere to recover

Visited early summer 2015. Very pleasant and enjoyable café, Lovely Quiche and nice crisp salad . Recommended.

A group of 5 of us wanted tea and cake in a garden centre and this was great for us. The service was friendly and the prices were good. There were a variety of cakes and we tried 4 different ones and we all enjoyed them from victoria sponge to carrot cake and others too.

This is a small cafe at the Bodmin Plant and Herb centre. It is delightful, we had Quiche and salad, it was lovely, the pastry was delicious. Really good coffee, and a good selection of cakes. A log fire, because the day had got a bit chilly with the rain, and very comfortable seating.

Tucked away in Bodmin Nursery, this is a lovely little café. Only open Fri-Mon, but well worth seeking out. We sat outside in the sun, lots of lovely plants in view, and well worth a look round later! Had a great cream tea, friendly efficient service.

What a little Gem....... tucked away in the plant nursery .. is this fab tea shop/ cafe friendly welcome and a darn good cup of tea, a good line in scones cakes etc.

Inside the grounds of Bodmin Plant & Herb Nursery (which does not claim to be a "garden centre" and indeed is not) you can find this small cafe, at present open only Friday through Monday until 4 pm only. Have visited only for afternoon tea, although light lunches (from Steak pie to tapas) are also served here.

The Mill Café at Bodmin Nursery is a real gem! They are only open Fri-Mon but serve the most delicious home-made lunches & cakes. We had a slice of fabulous gooey chocolate cake & a lovely cup of tea there. Its a very "country style" café with heavy wooden tables & chairs & a warming wood burner. A must place to eat if you are visiting this garden centre.