The Woodworks Trading in South Oxfordshire

Delicious food and lovely staff Dog friendly too

A very cute little cafe with a good atmosphere. But slightly overpriced and pretentious. For example we ordered the “banana loaf stack” for £12.50 and it was one slice of banana bread with cream on top? We had some problems with our order and the wait staff were really nice about it , the chef however was quite snappy and abrupt and snatched the plate off me when I said it was the wrong order. We were served the wrong meal, which is fine and it happens. But because of the snappiness they didn’t listen to me as I explained that they served bacon to a Muslim family and the whole dish would need to be remade due to contamination. As a result, my brother was really upset and it kind of ruined our meal as they then brought out the same plate of food with just the bacon removed, which is quite insensitive. If someone had a nut allergy, this wouldn’t have been okay, and it’s the same for us. Perhaps it was my fault for approaching both her and the waitress at the same time, instead of seeking the waitress alone, but her snappiness lead to the order being wrong again, so , it is what it is.

We have been visiting this restaurant for several years and have always had a good experience. The coffee is delicious and they serve REAL food. The staff are always very helpful and pleasant.

This was our second visit and we loved it as much as the first time. Really tasty and wholesome options. It is expensive but they use high quality ingredients and unusual combinations, specially in the great choice of cold drinks. They also sell their produce and we bought a jar of beetroot kraut to take home. Again expensive, but very special!

Excellent coffee, nice decor, a bit quiet

I really enjoyed my lunch here: laksa and coffee and cake were all great. Wish I lived nearer!

Got to say the toastie they make are boarding on magically... crispy and tasty.

The place is one of my favs in Thame, the atmosphere the modern clean shop and friendly staff and service. But the standout is the food I love the Pear and choc cake with a lovely coffee. You can really taste the difference in food and coffee from your Franchise coffee shops. I also love the avocado toast and scrambled eggs. Lovely to see independents thriving in Thame.

My first visit, and pleased to have "found" it. It is simply good at what it does. Will be visiting again soon.

Lovely to see that not only they put a lot of effort in making their food,but also their coffee! Visited on a Friday morning for breakfast, lovely atmosphere , service and products! If you find yourself in Thame this is the only place to go hands down.

Clean and tidy with friendly and helpful staff. Tea is good. Cakes are delicious though a bigger portion will make it perfect. Pricing is slightly on the high side.

I can’t believe I haven’t written a review for this place yet! We try to come at least once a week for the company, the food and the atmosphere! The food and coffee are delicious and consistently so. We always get two slices of the olive oil pistachio cake and my hubby always has the scrambled eggs on toast with a side of avocado … but everything we’ve had here has been wonderful. We’ll keep coming back as much as possible! 🧡😊

Had a beautiful lunch with my husband and our two dogs. Fabulous food, coffee, and cakes. Excellent service and lovely vibe. Will definitely recommend and happily return. 🥰

Had a beautiful lunch with my husband and our two dogs ..Gorgeous food, fab coffee, cakes etc. Service excellent 👌 Will definitely return 🥰

Wonderful service, delicious food and great atmosphere. 👍

Very pleasant atmosphere and friendly staff. Note, though, that they _don't_ take advance reservations.

Simply the best . Love healthy food….. not enough healthy places around. Lovely staff. Best overnight oats and scrambled egg. A very special find. X

It’s a lovely cafe and the food is delicious. Also dogs are welcomed which is great. Very friendly staff and tasteful decor.

My preferred stop in Thame when cycling in the area. Great service, great cake selection though we went savoury with the cheese/ham crosissant - hot on delivery and excellent coffee. Would come again.

Bit on the pricey side of things.. but still a very nice cafe. Friendly staff and good location

Lovely old building and good decor excellent good quality food which we opted to share as its £9:00 for a Toostie White Sourdough with very tasty cheddar fresh tomatoes done so it melts in the middle with a buttery crisp shell yummy By sharing we had a cake each lemon and blueberry muffin and a raspberry peanut blondie best of both worlds coffee strong and good flavour loose tea lovely and great value as I had three cups staff friendly and nice

Having breakfast for one you don’t expect to be treated less than if you were with someone.. I was asked to sit on a different table than the table for two. Asked to sit on a big table with lots of people.. why should I it’s my day off work, relaxing breakfast.. I’d like to sit on a chair and away from kids thanks! Treat every customer the same! Also small coffees & small breakfasts for the price! Go to Black Goo instead much nicer staff and larger coffee and food!

Good food but quite expensive - £4.50 for slice of cake...

Came across this hidden gem whilst at a business meeting in Thame. Popped in for a coffee and ended up having a small brunch there. Lovely greeting by friendly staff, whish I could have had the whole menu as every single item looks delicious. However I plumped for the halloumi and avocado on sourdough. Perfectly cooked halloumi with perfectly ripe, tasty avocado. You can tell that all ingredients are fresh and delicious, served with a wedge of lemon and a slice of chilli and just the right amount of chilli jam on the toast to offset the flavours of the avocado and halloumi. Very satisfying but I could have eaten it all over again as it was so good. I also had a delicious flat white and a ginger lemonade, perfect. Looking at the menu I did think "I bet they do good eggs here" but I did not have the courage to go for the scrambled egg on toast. It's rare that cafes know how to cook scambled eggs; sadly one often ends up with chopped up omelette or watery hard globules of egg. NOT HERE - wow, my wife went for the scrambled eggs on sourdough and they were perfect. Soft, slightly runny as they should be but not undercooked, buttery, good quality, delicious. Simple but made with love. She also had a flat white and enjoyed very much. I made sure I thanked the staff afterwards - good, unpretentious cafe food is not too easy to find but this team do a great job and they deserve praise. Well done, we will definitely be back.

Delicious coffee. Healthy food. Lots of laughter. Lovely people. * * * * * 👍

Friendly and welcoming, great food too with a range of lunch options

We always meet at Woodworks. Friendly, helpful, happy people. Good variety delicious healthy food, juices and of course C O F F E E 👍☕

Very pleased with everything about this restaurant. Great food, and friendly service. I'd definitely come back here again.

I was really disappointed with my recent visit to this cafe. As I entered I was told quite abruptly ‘if your dog is going to bark or make noise, you will have to leave’. I appreciate that if my dog was barking continuously, it would disrupt others experiences however, she was not and I found it really rude that it was just as I entered the door, not even giving me a chance to sit down. The manner and how this was dealt with could have been a lot better and I felt very belittled by the staff that was supposedly ‘welcoming’ me to their cafe. I was also recently enlightened to my sisters story as a result of being disappointed by my recent visit. She was again addressed very abruptly by staff that she was not welcome as she had a pram with her. This is absolutely disgusting that you feel you can speak and belittle your customers like this and I can quite frankly say that given these 2 experiences and also reading some of the other reviews on this website, I will not be returning.

Avoid if you have a pram because they “must be kept with you, we don’t want them everywhere for people to trip up”. Despite us being the only pram, and there being limited space for a pram in the cafe area, the woman behind the till today(a random Wednesday lunch time) was not happy for us to tuck it to one side in the main foyer where there was ample space, whilst we ate. It would have most certainly been in the way and potentially tripped upon if we put it in the cafe area where we were offered to sit. Most unaccommodating abrupt experience I’ve had in the 8 months with my child.

Bland overpriced food and rude inattentive staff. Would not recommend. Much better cafes in the area which care about their customers, rather than just their “healthy” illusion.

Favourite local coffee shop. Staff are extremely friendly, always so welcoming and make the most delicious coffees. I have also enjoyed their scrambled eggs with smoked salmon and avocado on toast as a take away and it was delicious (and traveled home with me well) - best scrambled eggs I have ever had! They also do lovely pastries. My only improvement would be for them to add some syrups to their shop for people to add to coffees (would be willing to pay extra for it ofc!).

We used to love coming to your cafe. We came along for coffee sometimes and sometimes lunch. A couple months ago we came in and were told we cannot sit in if we only want a coffee.. you lost us as customers for a few months as we spent money in your cafe and we got turned away. Very sad My partner came in the other day with our baby and overheard someone tell another customer 'if your dog makes noise you'll have to leave'... Bit awkward when my partner is day there with the baby, she then felt very uncomfortable. Such a shame as we used to love your cafe, fantastic drinks and food but the attitude we have received is very off-putting unfortunately. I hope you take these comments seriously to save you losing more customers.

First visit, excellent food and coffee

Small menu, done well in general. However the coffee and tea is really small and overpriced. They fill the teapots halfway and charge £1 for a top up of hot water, which I find really off putting if you’re paying £10 for brunch already….

Had the tuna melt, and a mocha. The toastie was perfect, good amount of filling on sour dough bread. Will be back for more.

I'm really upset to have to leave a negative review after what I have so far experienced over the last couple of weeks since moving to Thame of this being a really nice cafe. This morning I went in with my two young children and ordered a flat white for myself and a cup of oat milk for my daughter who has severe allergies to cow's milk, eggs and nuts. I could only see lovely freshly made cakes on the counter, so I assumed (as is the same with the majority of cafes) that they would be unable to provide any safe food for my daughter. I had a couple of child snacks in my bag, so when they said they were hungry, I gave them to them. It helped to keep the cafe a peaceful place, as they would have been likely to struggle to stay calm without any food. A waitress shortly came over and told me that the rule is that you can't eat any other food if it hasn't been bought from the cafe. I politely responded explaining that I understood their reason for the rule, but explained about the allergies. Instead of showing much in the way of sympathy, despite me clearly being close to tears about the situation, she said well just don't get any food out then. When I asked if they had any prepackaged food such as crisps that I could get for them, her response was 'we only do natural food here', making me feel even more judged and unwelcome. I was really disappointed to be made to feel so alienated and am really sad not to be able to recommend this cafe any more, due to this rather shocking way of handling the situation. Allergies are very difficult to cope with and I am just trying my best to keep my daughter safe.

I’m writing to you with disappointment with the service we have received at our visit this morning. Myself and partner visit for breakfast most Friday mornings. We arrive and get placed on any table available. We both order a hot breakfast and coffee whilst we catch up child free and do a little admin on our laptops. Today, only 20 minutes after I finished my breakfast, a member of staff asked us to leave because we taking space in the restaurant and there was a queue outside. I’m am utterly dumbfounded that after spending nearly £40 (most Friday mornings) to have been asked to leave, mearly because we had our laptops open. We were only planning on staying another 30 or so minutes to enjoy our child free morning and was likely to order another coffee. But after being hurried out of the door, I’m pretty glad we didn’t. What a terrible service. It’s not like we were sitting there all morning enjoying a free office, we actually enjoying some undisturbed online shopping whilst letting our breakfast go down. Last week, whilst out breakfast we got asked to move to a smaller table as a family of 3 had walked in requesting a table. We of course moved but afterwards, I have to say, I was disappointed that I had to move whilst having a mouthful of scrambled egg. Sadly, your lovely artisan coffeehouse which has, on the exterior is trying to provide a lovely relaxed vibe; has really put me off coming back due to the terrible service. I’m shocked to have been asked to leave. If I wanted a fast food service, I would have gone to MacDonalds. The right thing to do, would ask the people in the queue if they wanted a take away option as currently there are no tables available. I’m saddened by this service and that my partner and I now have to look for somewhere else to enjoy our morning.

We came here as sisters with our mother for lunch. The staff were super helpful finding us a table that was suitable for us and a pram. The food was delicious with such a great varied menu! Ingredients were fresh and of great quality. Second visit was just as good as the first - will return!

Fantastic place. Great menu. Great food. Very tastefully decorated. Staff pleasant and friendly.

I only popped in for a coffee, so I can't comment on the food, apart from saying that it's quite expensive, but looks really good. Friendly staff who are happy to chat when free. I had my usual cappuccino - it comes in a smaller then average cup, but this does me because the amount of coffee is the same, it's just the amount of milk that's reduced; when coffee has such a non-acidic taste, and a medium to light roast like the beans they serve, its better to have less milk as it brings the luscious flavours out. There's a real sense of love in this cafe - a sense of curation to the objects and curiosities in the rather small room; many of which are for sale. They tend to sell items for the home which are at the top end of my price range, although the reductions in the sale are generous. By the till they sell unusual artisan bags of coffee - if you're in Thame and you don't fancy Waitrose, it's a great place to find some great quality brands that you won't find anywhere else around here.

The coffee is excellent. Highly recommended if you are in Thame. Worth the trip if you are in the general area. I made the trip from Milton Common most mornings for a flat white.

I have never had a bad experience here, the staff are pleasant, the coffee is amazing and there is a great range of organic cakes. But if you like good coffee it’s the place to come.

Wanted to try here because I had read the reviews and loved the philosophy. Walked along with my little friendly sprocker, Henry after. He king it was dog friendly. Place is gorgeous, lady at the counter was warm and welcome but hit told off twice by a lady in the kitchen. Once because I wanted to move tables as my dog was blocking the route from the kitchen so I didn’t want to be in the way. There were several empty tables but I was told several time s’yiu will have to move if a group cone in’ no group came in and there were many free tables! Then when I got up to leave, I unclipped my dog to go and he wandered for 2 seconds into the back. I got him immediately but again the same lady told me off. Had planned to bring my family next weekend but thought better if it. Made to feel like I was a huge problem!

Delicious food & coffee! They never miss a beat at Woodworks. Excellent local produce used on the menu. The decor is tastefully done and feels cosy inside, the staff are always helpful and friendly; One of those gems of a cafe, where you can tell the staff and leadership are genuinely trying to make your experience a top one - and they’re really pulling it off! I’ve visited twice with the dog, and they’re fine with dogs; but please bear in mind space is limited, so as always when you’re a dog owner - don’t take the dog somewhere when it’s a busy time.

Nice to see an independent doing well. Nice coffee if a little pricey but I guess that’s the price when they pay taxes unlike other big corporation coffee houses.

Had a disappointing first time visit here for lunch with my daughter recently. Staff eating their lunch in full view of customers and witnessed one of the serving staff use her index finger to navigate the inside of the blender and lick the remainder of the smoothie. Again in full view of customers. When I sent an email with feedback was told by the owner if I didn't like it not to come back! I will happily comply! Dreadful!

Always good here, staff charming, food and drink fab👍

Really great breakfast. Wonderful flat white, great orange / apple / ginger fresh juice and toast. Would come back again. Super fast too!

This is fast becoming our favourite coffee house in Thame. Great offering of cakes and top class coffee.

Called in mid afternoon, v friendly meet and greet, wide selection of unusual tasting cakes, we chose 4 and all were v tasty and large portions, lovely coffee. We would revisit and recommend

Brunch eat in and a take out pastrami roll for later 🙃. Fabulous as usual! Coffee is rhe best in town and service is top drawer!

A very nice place to get a coffee and a cake from

Nice friendly staff, lemon drizzle cake was a bit stoggy and heavy but still quite nice but have had a lot better and would not have here again if I went.

Such a shame, this place used to be so friendly, went today and made to feel unwelcome as I had a dog. Food was excellent but delivered in silence, no asking if I wanted anything else. I wanted brown sauce but no one to ask. Said thank you and goodbye on way out, more silence. Overall pretty awful experience and sadly I won’t be returning.

Wonderful coffee and a great quick lunch, lovely atmosphere!

Best cappuccino in Thame by a country mile. Food also good.

We went in for brunch with our three year old. Food was fantastic. Staff very welcoming and felt family friendly. We had the banana pancakes, scrambled eggs and would recommend both. Also tried one of the juices which was delicious. We have just moved to the area and will definitely be visiting frequently!

cool place for a coffee and a bite to eat . local for me and if you ride its well worth a stop.

Excellent coffee and very friendly

Came for Tuesday market and morning coffee 😊 Local's recommendation cafe. Good coffee and light breakfast with lovely atmosphere. Just one thing...space is limited and chairs are not comfy 😅 so give 4 🌟

Such a lovely cafe! Visited for the first time today and was so impressed. Great atmosphere, delicious food and really friendly staff. Will definitely pay another visit soon.

Great place for breakfast, good service.well priced

Wonderful fresh soups, great coffee and amazing cakes. My happy place for lunch!

The staff, food and all round ambience were a delight! This was our first visit and it won't be our last.

Called into this cafe for coffee and something to eat whilst in Thame last week with a friend. Very friendly welcome when we entered and good news that they also allow dogs into the cafe too. Good table service, ordered our coffees and also Cheddar and Tomato toasties. Beautifully presented coffees and food and both were delicious and tasty, full of flavour. Seating area is light and spacious with good space between tables, extensive choice of food on the menu, lovely calm atmosphere, perfect place for a drink, food and a catch up!

Lovely place, friendly staff, good coffee and great cakes-oh those cakes!! Will definitely be back when I'm in the area. A super find!

First time my wife and I have visited this cafe after a disappointing experience trying to get a table at the Black Goo. The coffee was sensational and the breakfast was absolutely delicious. Love this place, great atmosphere and service. Will definitely return.

So expensive but that's customer choice.

Bought a watch from the charity shop next door, popped in here on the offchance they had a battery for it. Excellent service and very reasonable price. Thanks guys!

Not as good as I expected from the ratings.

Delicious food and fantastic coffee. We had the mushrooms and avocado and it was fantastic. Thank you!

Great to be back! Coffee as lovely as ever.

Great cake pistachio.looks and tastes home made not mass produced Great coffee go there its fab and its not Costa which makes it even better

Amazing coffee and lovely friendly service.

Have always loved this cafe. Great staff and food.

The door was closed so I entered and saw a customer being served. A staff member emerged to open the door and said "one in, one out at the moment" in an abrupt manner. I took the hint and went back outside. There was a small sign which read "one family bubble at at time" so I was wrong to enter. I waited until the customer had left before ordering a large cappuccino. I was served a small coffee, perhaps they don't do large. The cashier typed something into a card machine and silently pushed it toward me. I had to peer into the screen to see the cost (£3). I put a lid on my coffee before leaving.Small things add up to a whole. I felt unwelcome, perhaps I didn't fit in with their preferred demographic. This place has potential to be great and they seem to sell good things. A change in outlook would go down well.

Brilliant coffee, the best in Thame by a country mile. And made by the nicest people in the nicest place. Has been a daily outing that has helped keep us sane over the last year.

Lovely food and friendly service. The food didn't last long enough to take a picture! Definitely worth the extra walk to get here, it's slightly out of the way compared to the rest of the cafés and shops in Thame but will be back!!

Wonderful as ever can't wait to be able to eat in currently enjoying the energy balls delicious and just the job.

Do not recommend I supported them and there ethos till there social media personally attacked me for disabled! Please don't support them!

During the pandemic have been using this place to pick up our coffees and cakes. Good food. Nice location, just opposite the memorial park. Offered a takeaway service in the previous lockdowns.

I had a great time here. Delicious food and friendly staff ❤❤ highly recommend this if you are in thame

Such a brilliant coffee shop. Great atmosphere and gorgeous food!!

Lovely coffee, a good choice of cakes and a really nice menu but so expensive! Such a shame, but think their market is aimed at the higher earners in society.

This place is very special. Lovely people with a great, positive attitude. Very well organized for COVID which made us feel very comfortable. The best food - fresh, local, real food. Coffee fabulous. And my favorite- BEST scramble eggs onthe planet. Try the Tamira mushrooms and avocado on sough dough. We really do need independent establishments like this.

Excellent coffee, a good selection of cakes, cooked food available as well (e.g. eggs on toast). I got a takeaway, so can't comment much on the interior, but seems very pleasant. The pistachio and olive oil cake is amazing. The cakes are a bit pricey though, even by fancy coffee shop standards.

Good coffee good cake but staff was very rude. Told us to leave as they needed the table. We were a party of 6 at a 6 seater table. They wanted the table for a party of 3. Moaned when one of our friends wanted to order a sandwich at 1420 and the kitchen closes at 1430

I found some of the staff here quite unfriendly – perhaps because my friend and I visited with a baby and toddler, I'm not sure. But we didn't feel especially welcome. Nice tea and coffee though.

Good coffee.. fantastic cake and just what was needed!

Phenomenal coffee, cakes, atmosphere and staff. The Pasteis de Nata are to die for, seriously, try one! Everything is ethically sourced and considered, combined with an outstanding staff you cannot go wrong with Woodworks. Highly recommend.

Amazing coffee, great pastries and cakes. You'll love it.

It was a hot day but no diet drinks, ‘we only have natural things’ which leaves no choice for diabetics. ‘Well that’s how I (the owner) like it’. No concern that this left no choices for her customers. 3 pieces of cake, 2 teas and an iced coffee £20 +.

First class coffee, food and service with a smile every time!

Superb coffee and food in a rustic atmosphere. Staff welcoming and helpful.

I am SO glad they opened up their hatch for takeaway service! The Brie, Ham and Mushroom melt is the nicest thing I have eaten for ages. It's a bit greasy because of the melted cheese but it didn't affect the taste at all. The banana bread is also very impressive, in size and flavour. Their coffee is very nice too, hot or cold. Staff always friendly and doing their best in these very weird times to make sure everything is safe

So glad I discovered this place!

I came in a few times with my mum for breakfast had an amazing meal hopefully I can again soon Thanks Kim and the rest of the crew

We waited a very long time for our coffees (if we had not paid in advance we would have left). There was no choice of seating - just a small space on one side of a big table occupied by people using laptops. Full marks for the excellent coffee, but service and ambience disappointing.

Best coffee in the area. The owner is often in the shop and the service from everyone is really nice. Lovely cute coffee shop, very relaxing to have a coffee and they have some really nice food as well!