The Old Smithy Tearooms in Derbyshire Dales

We visited on a Friday lunchtime and there were plenty of bikers outside enjoying a drink and bite to eat but there was plenty of room to sit inside. There was a great menu choice with paninis, filled oatcakes, burgers, breakfast foods and a fantastic selection of local ice-cream and homemade cakes which looked AMAZING. Even though it was very busy outside we were served quickly and our food arrived in hardly no time at all. We had a full breakfast each, one of them being vegetarian, where, instead of the bacon and sausage there was a delicious cheese-filled oatcake (along with fried egg on toast, beans. mushroom and cooked tomatoes). The tea was hot and the vanilla milkshake was lovely. We got the apple pie and lemon curd cake to take away as they looked delicious! The lady who served us couldn't do enough for us and was extremely helpful and polite. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit today (13/09/2024) and will certainly be back, thank you!

Stopped off in Moneyash during an afternoon walk. Went to The Old Smithy for tea and cake. Friendly staff and delicious cakes. Outside seating area. Would recommend.

1st time we’d visited and were really impressed. The food was really good, excellent salad and no complaints whatsoever. We would definitely return. Thoroughly recommend.

We stopped off here for breakfast and were not disappointed! Friendly and efficient service, quality ingredients cooked well and with large portions that we didn't need to eat again until supper! Would definitely return.

We were staying in Monyash for 5 days and visited this place every day. We either had breakfast, lunch or tea and cake. They also sell delicious ice cream. The filled Staffordshire oat cakes are delicious and the salads are lovely and varied. The food always tastes fresh and the portions are very generous. It’s sometimes very busy as it’s popular with cyclists and bikers, but the staff are always friendly. I can definitely recommend this place.

Absolutely first class service, staff and food. A gem in the Peaks. (Shame about the Parish Council passive aggressive signs 'welcoming' visitors)

We came twice to this cafe, firstly for a cream tea (they only had one left, so we fought it out with a slice of warm apple cake with icecream!), and then another day for breakfast. It's a justifiably busy place, because the food is great, and the service friendly and welcoming. We'd go again!

This is an excellent cafe. Set in the heart of the Peak District. Parking usually right outside. Flat entrance. Nice varied menu and super breakfasts. All quality local produce well prepared. Been coming for years and the great place continues to be great.

Well, what a super surprise - jacket potato with tuna mayo and salad - huge potato, loads of tuna and a salad my vegetarian Mother would love! Staff all so calm, polite and friendly. Even though it was so busy, we didn't have to wait long for food, my friend's chips were also properly cooked - no soggy pale sticks here.

Friendly staff and amazing cake - what more can you ask for? The cafe is 5 stars, but the location is sadly spoiled by loud annoying motorbikes.

We visited on a very busy Sunday morning but that didn’t spoil the experience. Yes there was a little wait but we were very happy with the quality of the food and would definitely go back.

Fantastic little find - the young lady who served us was lovely, poliet and very well presented to serve food. (no hair dangling, clean hands & nails etc). Monyash doesn't have any shops just this gem of a tearoom a pub and church. The high light for us was the generous serving of Rum ice cream. Highly recommend to everyone young & not so young. Plenty of seating inside and out and toilets.

Very friendly staff keen to help. Delicious food served fresh and quickly. The growing number of regular patrons is a testament to their quality of service. Highly recomnended

Not our first visit by any stretch of the imagination, but every time we have been the food has been excellent,and the staff are brilliant 👏👏

Had a run out on the motorbike and stopped for breakfast and what a breakfast it was!! Cannot fault it (well maybe a runnier egg), freshly cooked premium produce, very tasty , not greasy atall. Probably go as far to say the beast breakfast I've ever had. You get what you pay for. Will definitely visit again.

Incredible place for bikers from any direction. Great roads for the ride in. When you get there the extensive food and drink menu would satisfy any appetite. The staff work incredibly hard and the service is really good with the food freshly prepared and very reasonably priced. Everyone enjoys themselves with some superb bikes to feast your eyes on. All in all an awesome morning out for myself an two biker buddies.

After a long walk, we popped into the cafe. The beautiful smell of bacon made my tastebuds tingle. The cafe was busy, yet my bacon butty and my coffee arrived quickly. The only grumble perhaps was the high prices - a cheese toasty costs £4.50 with no salad, just bread and microwaved melted cheese. Some meals could have had more effort put into the meal. I am a regular walker and visitor to the Old Smithy Cafe. Every meal that I have ordered (except the one-off cheese toasty) have been worth the money and are fabulous.

Had a couple of visits this holiday to this warm and cosy cafe. The staff are friendly and welcoming. Today we enjoyed the excellent Smithy Breakfast and ordered sandwiches to take out for lunch. The ham and stilton salad sandwiches were divine, just what was needed to lift our spirits on a wet and misty walk in the Peaks.

We stopped off for a late lunch and a cuppa after a 3 hour circular walk from Monyash. We sat outside on the picnic benches. The staff were really friendly and helpful even though it was very busy. It seems popular with locals as well as tourists. Lots of food on the menu to choose from and not expensive. They also serve alcohol. The village of monyash has lots of history to it and the Tea rooms are situated right on the small green in the centre of the tiny village. I've recommended the cafe to everyone I know who will be visiting the area. I would definitely go back.

Just a like heap praise on the staff (Sunday 28th) Bank Holiday weekend on the superb service they provided considering there were over 40 motorbikes plus cyclists and walkers! (It was packed) and we only waited 10 minutes for their famous bacon bap and coffee! How they manage it in such a small kitchen beggars belief! Well done to all the staff!👍👍👍

I called in whilst out on a brekky run instead of the station at Grindleford. I wish I hadn't bothered, it was £4 dearer than Grindleford and whilst the food was good quality and tasty, I was given a mug of tea with old stains on the side and a fork that had dried food stuck to it. Not my idea of food hygiene.

Although i say biker cafe, it does welcome everyone. Just lots of bikes stop there. Also cyclists, walkers etc. The welcome is very good and the food excellent. Very well priced for that area making it affordable. All homemade cakes etc which looked amazing. It was lovely to sit and watch the world go by. I was recommended by biker cafes uk on facebook and some friends. We will go again.

The Old Smithy is a small and simple-looking building at the side of the Monyash’s village green. Inside are two comfortable but simply furnished rooms, each with a handful of tables. On a sunny day (and yes, we do get those in the Peaks) you...

The size of The Old Smithy understates the size and quality of the breakfast. We read reviews before going and it didn't dissappiont; the staff were friendly and the food was delicious. Was a wonderful place to have breakfast...we'll be going back.

Popped in after a walk over Parkhouse and Chrome hill . Very friendly staff tea and flapjack out of this world . Very popular with walkers motorcyclists and cyclists . Awesome cafe

Welcome stop here as part of long walk. Sat outside in sunshine. Good choice of homemade cakes - delicious.

Visited here several times during our mini break to Monyash, it was great on every occasion. Great choice for breakfast , lunch snacks or full meals plus amazing cakes and ice creams. Service was great and all the team were very friendly. Plenty of seating...

Good menu and good food well presented and tasty. Friendly and good prices. Very busy with Motorcyclists, cyclists and walkers on a sunny day.

Been coming here for years on my motorcycle. Very welcoming with excellent quality food and great portions. Friendly staff and we love the Americana coffee, caff or decaff with oat milk. See you again soon. Russ and Leanna.

I have been visiting The Old Smithy for over 20 years and love the place, the food served and it's friendly, welcoming staff.

Visiting the peaks for the weekend and we decided to visit here for breakfast. We have two well behaved Cockapoo’s who were excited on entrance and were making a little bit of noise. They did, however settle down once we had found somewhere to sit....

Stopped for a light lunch while walking in Derbyshire. We ordered coffees and beef- and cheese-filled rolls. We were mega-impressed when they arrived: the rolls came with a lovely fresh salad, crisps, coleslaw and some other delicious and unusual sides. These touches made what could...

The cafe was full and it was tipping down with rain, but the very friendly staff allowed us to wait in the entrance until a table was free. Well worth the wait. Excellent service. The omelette and chips and soup were all delicious. I see...

We stayed at nearby Bolehill Farm, the owners of which recommended this cafe. We loved it! Dog-friendly, friendly and welcoming staff and just the best breakfast. I really enjoyed the Derbyshire touch of oatcakes, which I had never tried before. Thank you so much for...

Visited for a mid morning coffee, plently of tables inside. The service was friendly and efficient. Coffee was very good. Well worth a visit if passing through.

Very pleasant and friendly staff and the food has always been excellent especially "our favourite" Bacon and Stilton bap! (The best by a mile). Will definitely be calling on our regular cycle route! Well done The Old Smithy Tearooms!

Very pleased to find ice-cream that we could both enjoy, as one of us wasn't able to eat the unpasteurised ice-cream elsewhere in the village for health reasons. This cafe was great to find though, and we also had good coffee and a hot chocolate....

This wa s the second time we called in to this cafe, gave it another chance! The cafe is grubby, the table we sat on was, again, sticky and dirty. The staff are brusque and not at all welcoming. It is a shame because this...

Right in the centre of Monyash, the Smithy welcomes cyclists walkers, dogs and anyone else with its quaint interior and stove, plus some outdoor tables too. A good range of food and drinks are offered throughout the day. We only visited for drinks and cakes,...

Was staying in the village of Monyash so it would have been rude to not visit this honeypot for travellers! Ate a very hearty "Smithy Breakfast" which kept us all fed for the day. Great value with a hot drink for under a tenner!

This cafe looks small from the outside, but is much bigger when you enter. Their breakfast is amazing; you will not leave hungry. The cakes are delicious, and locally made. The decor is rustic, with many musical instruments adorning the walls. The staff are very...

We stopped here for ice cream and it was well worth it. Good choice of flavours and really tasty. Well worth a visit.

What a hidden gem this little cafe is. All day breakfast is superb and great value for money. It’s well used by hikers, bikers, cyclists and motorists too. Check out the ancient memorial on the green in front of the cafe.

The second time I've stopped here en-route to adventures. Even though it was raining we decided to have ice cream! Ice cream is served through the window hatch and there is a good selection of flavours. I went for mint chocolate and hubs went for...

Called for lunch today, first day open for outside service. Good food and service, as ever and well organized under covid rules. A great little friendly place to call.

Covid safe Amazing friendly & helpful staff Food is to die for and very reasonably priced. Tried the goat cheese & roasted tomato oatcake and it was heavenly! Has become favorite cafe to visit!!

Stopped off here after a creulling bike ride along the Tissington trail. I had a super bacon bap and my partner a scone all washed down with nice cup of coffee. Have stopped here every time we are in the area and it never disappoints.

We had breakfast and we recommend. Good price and amazing food. My salad was amazing with some seeds , apple, celery and other stuff and it was sooo tasty ! The omelette was also so good !

Brilliant cafe selling a wonderful array of food. Excellent value for money. Good old favourites Including a burger with fried onions. Definitely recommend this cafe. Will definitely return.

Massive full English with the addition of local cheesy oat pancakes that were scrummy, also included in the veggie option. Set us up for a lovely day walking Lathkilldale.

Always good service and great value on my frequent visits here. A wonderful stop over in the middle of the Peak District countryside Love to read the grumbles of the few bad reviews as they seem to be from another planet and not representative of...

Well after a 4 mile walk in Upper Haddon we were going to Bakewell for a well deserved tea and cake however after driving back Bakewell was extremely busy and it was nice to see face masks being worn the 2m social distancing was difficult...

A quirky and charming little cafe with lots of character. I had a vegetarian breakfast and my partner had a full English, both very nice and set us up for the day. A word of warning though, you need to wrap up warm in this old building. The cafe is short of a few home comforts and is drafty and cold with exposed stone walls and a front door which remains open. It looks like there’s a working fire in the building so perhaps that should be lit now we’re entering Autumn.

After a walk round lathkill dale we stumbled across this delightful little tea room. We ate outside but dogs welcome inside . The panini and sandwich were accompanied by one of the best salads we have had for a long time.. homemade pickles coleslaw and the tastiest grains and salad. My strange 'weak latte' request was delivered perfectly. Home made apple cake and icecream to die for . All extremely reasonably priced. Cant wait for another return trip!

Fabulous little place that offers great deals in drinks, snacks and meals. Simple yet really tasty food available for a hearty lunch or simply a hot/cold drink and cake. Set along side a village green and within what used to be a blacksmith's, hence its name. Unspoilt interior, just hints of the owner's interests (I presume?)., i.e. music. Generous portions of food suitable for .any dietary needs- including gluten free, vegetarian and vegan. Well worth a visit.

Hard to explain this one. Looks a bit touristy and can get very busy, but we turned up at 3 after a longer than expected walk to Arbor Low. We had a variety of dishes from beans on toast to a warm apple cake. But the game changer was the all day breakfast, something that can often disappoint. I got perfectly cooked top quality back bacon, delicious REAL sausages, oatcake, mushrooms and fantastic black pudding. Having congratulated ourselves on such a good find, I walked in to pay to be told that it was half price!!!!! We celebrated with a takeaway ice cream. Brilliant.

A lot of patrons including us were sitting outside on the grass, and the team was happy to serve to where we sit. I had an icecream, traditional flavours, all very good.

We went here and had a coffee and a sausage bap and it was so tasty that we went back and had a full breakfast and veggie breakfast on our last day. The breakfasts were so tasty and filling. Staff are also friendly and helpful. We finished by having an ice cream ...

Had the blacksmith burger and a latte. Very tasty and friendly service. Mindful of social distancing and very reasonable waiting time. Full to the Brim! So glad we found this place.

Really nice friendly staff, wonderful comfort food, full English to tea n cakes. Outdoor or indoor seating.

6 of us had breakfast there - freshly cooked, tasted great. Good value for money with great service. Considering it was 09.30 on a Saturday morning in early February it was quite busy so clearly very popular,

We visited the tearooms on Saturday after reading the reviews on here and finding out the tearooms were also doggy friendly. It's a very laid back cafe that welcomes walkers, bikers etc, the staff were really friendly, and the food was nice.. just maybe too big a portion, cakes looked good but we were too stuffed to try one.

We visited here on our last day at Over Haddon. My husband said the breakfast was excellent. I had oatcake with cheese and onion which was delicious. Coffee was piping hot and just how we like it. Would definitely recommend this place.

Right in the centre of Monyash the Smithy welcomes cyclists walkers, dogs and anyone else with its quaint interior and stove, plus some outdoor tables too.A good range of food and drinks are offered throughout the day. We only visited for a drink and tea cake, but the food being served looked delicious and was well received. Service was friendly and prices competitive. There are toilets available for customers.

Still the best fried breakfast in the Peak District. Veggie or meaty! Can’t recommend it highly enough.

We made a special trip to this wonderful cafe as had heard such wonderful reports. We were not disappointed. A warm friendly welcome and delicious food was had by all . Will certainly be revisiting next time we are in the area. Angela Alan and Layla .

We called in for lunch after walking up Lathkill Dale in the rain. Despite our condition upon arrival we were all made very welcome, including our Very Wet Labrador. Both the food and service was excellent. THANKS 🤗

Visited Monyash for first time today halfway through our walk. We called in the Old Smithy and had a toasted teacake, bacon barmcake with a very generous amount of bacon and 2 cappuccinos. Delicious! They have a very extensive menu and are licensed aswell. They also have very nice, clean toilets with disabled facilities. We will definitely visit here again if we are in the area.

Frequented by bikers, cyclists and walkers alike. In additional to typical greasy spoons offerings, they offer oatcakes, summer grills, icecream stall.

Very busy is always a good sign. Set on village green a good traditional cafe offering hot and cold food. We had hot apple cake with ice cream. Delicious with a mug of tea. There is indoor seating so don’t be but off by packed picnic tables outside

Travelling back home after a long weekend in the Peaks, we were really looking forward to a good lunch stop. We happened to come across the Old Smithy and were very impressed. We had a tuna melt panini and a beef Sanwhich, both served with a tasty side salad. Service was spot on too. We’ll be back again...

This is a lovely picturesque village and an ideal spot to stop for a bite to eat.

Stopped after a wet rainy walk. Lovely place to sit inside and out. Local beers look nice. Pints of tea and hot chocolate. Friendly service.

Called in for lunch before heading into Lathkil Dale for cheese snd onion roll and a cuppa. Presentation excellent and at a good price.

Enjoyed tea and scones here. Sat outside under the parasol as a sunny day, but inside looked lovely and the old blacksmith feel.

Stopped off at this venue, and glad we did, can't fault the value, that's what l look for, food good and varied also sauced locally, beautiful village setting

Seriously good jam & cream scones, generous to a fault with the jam & cream. A great place to reward yourself after a walk or ride 👍

We indulged ourselves in one of the Smithy's famous full English breakfasts. What a treat! Food items are locally sourced and cooked to perfection. The portion size greatly exceeded our expectation based on the price of the meal and set us up for the day. The Old Smithy is located close to the Limestone Way and Lathkilldale, so treat yourself after a walk in the dales. Worth noting it is dog friendly and is licensed to sell alcohol, though today we made do with large mugs of tea and coffee. We look forward to going back for a second helping.

Called in mid morning with friends on motorbikes. We've in the past enjoyed many good meals at the cafe but today's visit was just disappointing. We all decided coffee and cake was required and called by, ordered and paid.

A popular haunt for walkers, cyclists and motorcyclists. A warm welcome from the staff and great service and good food. What’s not to like?

Very popular with cyclists and walkers in this beautiful part of the Peak District. A cosy space with great food (and Ice Creams!). We always stop in for breakfast whenever we are out and about in the area.

my son and I came here for lunch as were camping nearby. We arrived on a busy Saturday lunchtime but most people were already eating so after finding a table our food came pretty quickly. The panini were superb. Huge and full of tasty filling, and the accompanying salads really tasty. So nice I even ate the celery! Fruit juice was tasty and the whole thing very reasonably priced. Great location as well, steeped in history, and friendly staff.

Located in the small village of Moneyash, it's quite easy to miss, but if you're in need an of a decent pit-stop, I think it's worth a visit. Note that it gets swamped outside as parking is limited and space there is could be full of car's, motorcycles, cycles or people. The tea room itself is not spacious.

Set in pretty village of monyash this is a small cafe with a large offering of Traditional and trendy lunch type food. Some tables outside with a pleasant village green setting. If village one to do. We were walking the limestone way that goes through village. Very reasonable prices and friendly and helpful staff

We took our Son, Daughter-in-law and 2 year old Granddaughter for my birthday breakfast and once again we had an amazing feast all local produce and served just as requested.

We stopped off for a coffee while Ontario Limestone walk. Friendly service, clean facilities and tasty coffee at good prices. We would recommend

After a 5 mile walk we were hungry and in need of a rest. This little establishment was just what we were looking for; great selection of food from cold snacks to hot meals. The food was of very good quality and the prices were competitive. Service was prompt and staff very friendly. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend and will no doubt return.

After a few hours – including a picnic – walking in the dale, we headed back to Monyash in the hope of finding a drink.

We've been to the cafe before for breakfast when walking locally. We stopped off this time for a large mug of tea, a slice of cheese of toast and flap cake. And later in the day an ice-cream. We were able to sit outside in the sunshine both times and enjoyed looked at the parked motor bikes. Totally delicious - great portions and friendly service. Will go back again.

Went hiking in the Derbyshire dales starting ay Monyash. The Old Smithy Tearooms was open so it would have been rude not to....We were the first customers and ordered the full English breakfast with tea.The breakfast was out standing and I'm pleased we did not oder more toast as it would have been to much.The breakfast was well cooked and tasted great and a mug of tea finished it nicely... Five hours later and walk finished we called in again to finish the day with large icecreams….perfect.

Half way through our 14 mile walk we found the Old Smithy. How lucky was that? Large mugs of hot, refreshing coffee, plus a scone (with jam and butter) that was large enough to split between two of us and still satisfy, for a little over £6.00. Worth every penny. The menu looked very inviting and the other customers seemed to be enjoying their food. Could have spent longer ... and eaten more ... but we had to walk on.

Stopped here for a coffee break during a long peak district bike ride with the Loughborough Students Cycling Club, it proved to be very pleasant and an enjoyable break.

Just love this place, good honest food, freshly prepared, reasonably priced - best chips for miles around & a breakfast to die for

We visited as our long walk came to a drizzly end! The pints of tea were very welcome, as were the toasted tea cakes 😊

just perfect after a mornings walk around lathkill dale. a great lunch, perfect cuppa and a warm welcome.

go here regularly never had a bad meal, love the bacon and stilton panini and home cooked ham sandwiches serviced with salad . Staff friendly and welcoming.

Need a bacon bap or a full English breakfast highly recommend, different to the Bulls Head, next door, great value. Stop for sandwiches and a pint at lunchtime.

Called for breakfast - our son's recommendation and it was amazing. The all-day breakfast includes "the works" and it is cooked fresh, served quickly and tasted delicious. Did not need to eat again for many hours ! Tea and coffee served by the cup, mug or pint. Highly recommended

Nothing better on a December afternoon than a visit to the Old Smithy Tea Rooms, pint pot of hot tea and an all day Smithy’s breakfast THE WORKS !! in front of you, log burner on at full.A welcome port of call, friendly staff and clientele,extensive menu,very reasonably priced in a very warm and inviting atmosphere. The problem with having spent an hour here is you have to get up and leave and be on your way.

We stopped here on a beautiful day whilst half way round our route.