The Wandering Whelk in North Norfolk

Very slow service (though friendly staff). Egg Benedict's nice enough, super food salad seemed to have a packaged combo of "grains" with too many sun-dried tomatoes thrown in and a horrid chilli jam, it was not great... Over flavoured rather than fresh. Children's pancakes biggest disappointment as were enough for a 2 year old at most, absolutely miniscule portions even for young children let alone older ones! The location is great though, shame about the food.

Holt is a bimbling town and ably served by cafes, each with their own identity. The Wandering Whelk is nicely tucked away by a car park. We opted for coffee and toasted tea cakes but the menu was full of breakfast/ brunch treats. There were cakes too. It was very clean, relaxing and speedy service. It is an ideal place to linger over coffee and "a little something" as Winnie the Pooh might say

Delightful coffee shop, coffee always top class, and the food is delicious, we always visit several times a year whilst on holiday, and gave never been disappointed, staff are very friendly.

We visited while staying locally (found this place after going to sister cafe Whelks Coppers in Sheringham) A late morning visit for coffee and cake, the cafe was busy but were warmly welcomed and seated. A counter full of delicious looking cakes and savouries was calling .. I chose a Nutella brownie, while my husband went for his favourite bread pudding. I requested to have my Brownie warm, which they gladly did. The rich gooey chocolate brownie was scrumptious, definitely enhanced by being warmed. My husband thoroughly enjoyed the gently spiced, soft and comforting bread pudding. They also offer plenty of brunch and lunch choices, with vegan and vegetarian options too. We will certainly visit again when in the area.

What a lively hidden little cafe! Spotted it on the way back to the car park and one of the few places open on a Sunday. Homemade sausage roll was delicious and best sausage meat i have tasted. Friendly efficient staff, lovely and bright surroundings, will definitely call back.

Have to say I was excited about having some seafood when I saw this place. Sadly none on offer. But funny worry about that.... The food is lush! I had a falafel salad bowl, it was so good. Often falafel can be made too dense and lacking in flavour. Not here, completely the opposite. And all the accompaniments that rent with it were great too. Also great service from all the staff we meet. Thx

Lovely brilliant cafe with super food! I am in the gallery next door for a week, and the people at the wandering whelk could not be more helpful or friendly 😁 it’s going to be very difficult to get through the rest of the week without having a bacon roll every day! And thank you for the all picnic stuff!

Had the best vegetarian breakfast I’ve ever had! Food and staff lovely. We will definitely be returning!

Great little find with good coffee and great service Stumbled across the cafe which is right next to the car park. It’s clean and modern, and staff were very welcoming. Cakes looked amazing and my coffee was good. I asked for a simple child’s sandwich (not on the menu) and they were very accommodating and returned after only a couple of minutes with a sandwich with raisins and cucumber sticks - lovely to see care given for a child’s meal. I tried a fruit scone which was nice and fresh. Would definitely recommend

Really lovely cafe. Great food and coffee. Amazing cakes and very friendly staff. Very dog friendly. Highly recommend.

After a walk down to Holt Station and back to do some geocaching Adventure Labs we stopped off here for lunch. We both ordered baguettes, I tried the white chocolate milkshake and my partner had a latte. Our food and drinks arrived swiftly and beautifully presented. The food was tasty for sure. We then shared a lovely slice of cookie dough cheesecake and more soft drinks including the refreshing Posh Pop from Babraham. All in all a great experience and they still accept that dying breed which is cash. Happy about that.

Excellent brunch of pancakes and eggy bread served in busy cafe. Service was friendly from two ladies who worked very efficiently together. The chef (invisible in the kitchen) was excellent in the meals of eggy bread and bacon and pancakes with fruit and fromage frais. Worth the money,

Have eaten here a few times recently when visiting Holt and it's our go-to cafe now, the poached eggs are done perfectly and the menu is unreal, premium all round. Would thoroughly recommend the veggie breakfast with halloumi and avocado, hash brown and homemade beans.. Everything here is top quality - thanks! 

We just wanted a coffee and a snack and this delightful cafe was just what we needed. Excellent pot of tea and a coffee. Delicious gluten free sticky toffee cake and a very tasty sausage roll. Helpful attentive staff and extremely reasonable price 👍. Highly recommended.

Superb little coffee shop and eatery. Friendly staff and great food. A visit to Holt deserves a visit to The Wandering Whelk

Queued for a coffee with my daughter and friend, waited a few mins behind another customer. Got to the till and was asked if we are taking away . We said no we would like to sit in . Very abruptly told to take a seat as it’s table service , in a tone that wasn’t particularly friendly or welcoming . So we take a seat and we waited at least 5 mins whilst staff walked in and out and served other customers at the till . We decided to leave as we felt ignored, unwelcome and generally wasn’t a good vibe . It’s a shame as I’m sure it’s a lovely cafe ( we have been once before for a coffee and it was nice ) but serious need for customer service training - please learn to smile and be more welcoming as we are now put off and wouldn’t return .

The most delicious home made leek and potato soup. Friendly staff and lovely surroundings. Tucked away in Chapel Yard, Holt.

A busy half term shopping day in Holt but a space found in The Wandering Whelk. First impressions, clean and bright, and pleasant staff. Menus on the table and an assortment of light lunches and snacks on offer as well as some very appetising home baked cakes, and the regular offering of drinks. I had soup: leek and potato; home made, hot and very tasty. My wife made do with a tea cake which she maintained was the best tea cake she had eaten....she should know! Coffee delightfully hot and as I like it. All in all, an excellent small restaurant/ cafe with extra seating upstairs if required.