Thyme and Co in Allerdale

We were a little late (2pm) so not surprisingly some choices were not available. But what we had was homemade and delicious. Cream cake was particularly excellent and all very welcome after a long morning of walking. Thanks to Callum a National Trust person who used to work here for the recommendation 👍🏼

We had a lovely table in this cosy cafe.We appreciated the homemade food and I particularly enjoyed the vegetable soup and soda bread.

Fab cafe. All food is home made fresh nutritious and amazing. Breakfast and lunch plus byob pizza/burgers on Saturday nights. Cater very well to vegetarian and GFree too. Best cafe in Ballycastle.

The gluten free bread!!! Ah! I wish I had taken a loaf to-go! I stopped in quickly to grab a soup to-go since the rest of the family wanted to try a different spot for lunch. I was so sad I didn’t take more with me! The soup was fantastic, but the bread slices were fresh from the oven and amazing! Cute little cafe. Definitely worth a stop!

Seems to be quite a popular cafe. Menu has a great selection, and they have options for vegan and vegetarian diets. Food is well presented at the counter and when served. Apple and cinnamon scone was lovely!

We had heard good things about this restaurant and it was all true! Great lunch at a reasonable price and friendly service.

Called here for supplies whilst on holiday and bought wheaten bread and cakes, exceptional and delicious. Highly recommend.

Food was nice and would recommend for lunch. Deli style so what's available may change on a daily basis. Would have appreciated more choice for vegans, but what was there was very good.

Good food, fair prices, helpful staff and a restaurant that takes its Covid precautions seriously. Such a pleasure to be in.

Stopped off at Thyme and Co and was wowed by the choice available in such a small cafe. Really nice salads and bakes. We ordered a mixture of sweet and savouries and devoured the lot! Will be trying their pizza nights next time we are staying in the area.

Great take away service offering a great range of delicious food, breads, sausage rolls, cakes etc. Good vegerterian range also

We had heard good things about this little place and were looking forward to visiting, However, very little at all for vegans. Only had a coffee as they did have alternative milk. No cakes or anything else. Disappointed because the rest looked lovely.

Stopped here for some brunch on a rainy Feb morning. There were only a few others in the cafe so plenty of choice of seating. There were lots of choice for food and drink. The cafe was more than happy with us ordering mixes of different items. Nothing was too difficult. The food was very tasty! Especially the potato bread, yum! The French toast came with a very small pot of maple syrup, very cute. Well worth going to if you are up Ballycastle way. We even took some items away with us for later in the day. The vegan puff with extremely good plus the Waldorf Salad & Raspberry/White chocolate scone went down a treat.

On a recent trip to Ballycastle we popped in for lunch. The array of tasty homemade food & salads was very impressive. We got talking with the owner and he gave us some great pointers on local places to visit during our trip (Thanks Tom). The food was delicious and plentiful and we also took home some of the famous Thyme and Co. wheaten and scones. Will definitely visit again when we return to North Antrim.

We had read wonderful reviews of their fry-ups, and so went in for lunch. There was a choice of quiche or a fishcake for lunch. Otherwise, fry-ups. I had the fishcake - one small thing, billed as salmon and cod, but almost all mashed potato - with the surprising addition of lots of sugar. Lukewarm, served with a bowl of brown chutney. (Brown chutney with a sugary fishcake??). My husband had the quiche which was passable. We saw no indications of prices on their menu boards - you go back to the counter to pay after you have eaten, so the deed is done by then. The bill for one fishcake, quiche slice, and 2 coffees: £17. Complete rip-off.

Me and my husband visited one morning for breakfast. Opted for small fry (without meat) french toast and lattes. Absolutely loved it. When again in Ballycastle will definitely visit again.

Went here as a family of 13 and they were more than accommodating. Had a few fussy eaters and had to alter the fry ups and there was no issues whatsoever and the staff were more than happy to help and make adjustments. The food was absolutely gorgeous as was the coffee and reasonably priced too! The homemade cakes & treats were really yummy. Also like to add the cafe itself was extremely clean! Thank you all.

Popped in for breakfast on Sunday a short while ago. Arrived five minutes after opening and lots of tables already taken. Cosy atmosphere, friendly staff and varied menu. We opted for French Toast with maple syrup and bacon. Hadn’t long to wait and was just what we wanted....good quality bacon and generously eggy toast!We noticed what some others were eating and everything looked very appetising. Reasonably priced. Can highly recommend.

I always order the Halloumi Salad with the cheese crispy and it’s very nice! Always quick and pleasant service.

We have been regular visitors to Thyme and Co for a number of years. The food is fantastic and the service is outstanding! Wishing Tom and Eimear continued good luck. Frank and Dympna Mc Cluskey

Excellent customer service, good atmosphere and great food. The staff are excellent. Coffee is excellent.

I make it a point to call in to Thyme and Co any time I'm in Ballycastle and looking for a breakfast, Service quality and choice are exactly what I'm looking for and I would recommend it to anyone!

Three adults and three children looking for lunch after an afternoon on the beach.Great staff ,great food especially for Vegan/vegatarian.

Great food, we went twice, once for brunch and again for the pizza night. Both times the food was excellent, good value and lovely friendly staff.

Lovely fresh food with a great choice of salads.Highly recommended for a healthy and tasty lunch. The service was very friendly and prices were reasonable. A great little find.

We loved our breakfast at Thyme and Company. We all ordered different items and we all agreed that this is the place to come for great breakfast. Coffees were amazing too. Great service. Really friendly people.

We visited whilst on holiday in Ballycastle. After a few days of fish n chips, pizzas and supermarket picnics it was lovely to have a healthy, filling, home cooked meal. Thyme and Co is the antidote to fast food and chain restaurants! We had big slices of pie (chicken and broccoli; chickpea/lentil roll), a variety of imaginative salads and the homemade cakes for pudding. The Apple pie was fabulous. Service extremely quick, friendly and efficient! Good prices. Happy family- veggie mum, very fussy 7 year old, a ten year old you can’t fill up and dad who really likes his coffee - were all more than satisfied.

Went here for Sunday lunch and the young fella who served us couldn't have been any more helpful, explaining the vegan options and going the extra mile. Thank you so much for your beautiful cruelty free food, loved it and we will be back!!

Visited here with my boyfriend for a quick pit-stop coffee... but we were too tempted by the array of homemade bakes the cafe had to offer - absolutely delicious (and my cake was still warm from the oven)! The staff were so friendly, and the cafe interior has a gorgeous vintage style to it - loved it, can’t wait to come back!

Thyme & Co is a great little gem in Ballycastle, the food is excellent and is all local, fresh and seasonal produce. Highly recommended to anyone visiting Ballycastle.

I have ate here several times on a Saturday night which is pizza night. The pizzas are just delicious it's a BYOB which is always a bonus. Love this little place, quirky & a great atmosphere & staff very friendly!

Stayed overnight in Ballycastle with a few friends and we decided to get breakfast the next morning in Thyme and Co. Absolutely delighted we picked here as the place was just lovely. Wonderfully country kitchen décor with listings of local produce on the wall. The menu had a great selection. I got two breakfasts! The food was just so good! Would recommend the French toast and bacon, yum!! We met the owner and the chef, they were lovely people! Highly recommend you check this place out.

Am so glad we stopped in at Thyme and Co. after a walk on the beach. The salads are varied and you get a generous portion with your main dish. My friend enjoyed her vegan pastry with lentils and I loved the spinach pastry. There are enough choices for all tastes.

My wife and I were visiting the village and a local resident recommended Thyme and Co for lunch. It was great! My wife had salmon and a salad and I had fish pie with a decaf latte. We heard the bread was “award winning “ so we asked and were given a slice of the wheat bread which indeed tasted like it should win an award.

We got up very early one morning to get to the Giants Causeway before the coaches. After a lovely peaceful exploration of the causeway we had built up quite a hunger!On our way back to our Cottage in Ballycastle we stopped at Thyme for a well earned breakfast. A proper Ulster fry! A Delicious breakfast with a warm welcome and reasonably priced. Would heartily recommend!

Called in for lunch a couple of Sundays ago. Was so pleased this cafe was open. They have vegan and gluten-free options available, and on sampling the vegan burger I was really happy with my choice. I got it with broccoli salad &was; also given some homemade tomato &apple; salsa. Delicious!

We stayed in Ballycastle for one night and discovered Thyme and co on our first day for lunch. We loved it so much we came back the next day. If you like that vintage feel and those china cups and saucers you’ll love here. The food is beautiful, varies each day. The staff are all lovely and service was top notch.

By accident we drove by and saw this place.

Enjoyed our coffee and tea in this restaurant. The carrot cake was lovely and my wife had a lemon cup cake which was gluten free. Excellent place and pleasant staff

Just love this wee place food is amazing and staff are so helpful and friendly will be back 👍🏻 can recommend the French toast and poached eggs

Colazione più buona della mia vita!con menu tipico, tutto fatto in casa con amore!porzioni grandi, prezzi onesti, locale in se è molto carino e con stile autentico nordirlandese.miglior porridge in Gran Bretagna!

Stopped in here for a light bite, noticed they advertised a vegan burger, very poor I'm afraid and not what one would call a burger, more like a cabbage cake was not for the faint hearted.

We stopped in at Thyme and Co on a half-day visit in Ballycastle. They advertise having vegan choices on the menu and did not disappoint--we had a spinach-and-hazelnut puff, which was a savory and delicious filling in puff pastry; we also had a soup that was from some kind of winter squash and was wonderful on a chilly day. We had the vegan burger, which was served open-faced with a strong, tasty mustard. It also incorporated a good deal of spinach, which we liked. They had two vegan desserts, a "tiffin" which was more of a "flapjack" which in the UK means "granola bar", and a chocolate-dipped energy ball. Both were nutty and fruity and totally delicious. The espresso drinks were some of the best we had in Northern Ireland, and we went to some of the best coffee shops around the Antrim Coast and in Belfast. Homey atmosphere, very sweet and knowledgeable staff. If you can manage dairy, they have an award-winning wheaten bread (we did bend the rules for ourselves and try a slice, and you could really taste the distinct flavor of the grain--it was worth it). Highly recommend to not only vegan travelers through Northern Ireland, but also anyone looking for a meal of quality and fresh flavors, as they serve majority non-vegan food. Cheers!

This cafe deserves to be a success. The food was great and we were well looked after by the team. Prices were very reasonable and the provenance of the food was clearly displayed and was local. Great for vegetarians, vegans and for those of us who will try anything.

I visited this restaurant last week, with a large group (20 people). The lunch that was served was delicious. There was a good choice of freshly made dishes, all served with salads. The price was very reasonable and the service was good. I will visit this restaurant again when I am in the Ballycastle area.

Fantastic cafe, award winning wheaten bread, great breakfast! I loved my poached gags on toast, and my take away raw pistachio slice. Amazing mix of traditional and vegetarian/ vegan food......something for everyone. Love that the cafe uses locally sourced ingredients and is introducing different kinds of foods to locals and visitors!

Fantastic cafe/restuarant in Ballycastle ... all . home made food and delicious goodies. Great service and take away a loaf of the homemade wheaten bread its fab. Opens on a Sat night (you have to book) and is a big family fav for pizza

An awful day - blowing a blizzard - so it was nice to enter somewhere cosy with friendly staff.

This review comes some time after seven of us enjoyed the Saturday night experience in Thyme and co. I have visited the cafe many times during the day and have always had a positive experience. Our visit on Saturday night outshone those visits.

Excellent coffee, mince pies home baked served warm and fresh cream. Service was prompt and friendly. Lovely.

Called in for a quick sandwich while working in the area, food was first class and staff were helpful and pleasent

We've been here a few times on pizza night and, I have to say, a great evening was had by all every time. Lovely staff - helpful and friendly; great atmosphere and, of course, excellent pizzas. What more would you need for a good night out? Recommended.

Sono stato a pranzo con alcuni amici irlandesi in questo ristorante, locale molto spartano, ma tipico, sceglia quello che desideri mangiare al banco, poi vieni servito a tavola.

Thyme is such a unique cafe that uses local produce, telling you where it comes from. Nothing processed here! With a quirky inviting atmosphere. Great for lunch!

Very comfortable with plenty of seating, good service and a great selection of snacks and hot food. Recommended

Lovely place for lunch or chilling with coffee and cake.We had a salmon salad with a variety of items to choose from. Noticed they were open on Saturday night for dinner but I think you'd need to book as it looked busy.

Perfect location for a coffee, breakfast or lunch. Freshly prepared, changes in menu frequently. Friendly staff.

Very nice staff, nice surroundings.

This place is perfect for lunch. The food is all home made and our kids love the wraps and especially the brownies! It also does a great relaxed Saturday pizza night which is BYO. Really good service and good value too. Highly recommended.

Favourite cafe/restaurant in Ballycastle. Great food, great staff, great atmosphere. A lovely place to sit and have a chat.

It was so hard to choose what to have at Thyme and Co. The menu was amazing. Everything sounded so good. We opted for a vegetarian quiche with a yummy tomato salad, a slice of ham quiche, and a vegetarian "sausage" roll. Everything was delicious and the coffee was great.The seating was comfortable, plentiful, and the room was so big, bright, and sunny. The service was also sunny!We ended up also taking some wonderful, little gingerbread men to-go!

The food at Thyme and Co is great. Everything is fresh: the salads, the bread, the pastries, the quiches, and so on. The desserts are really good.You order at the counter. The friendly staff are helpful and informative.Recommended.

Visited twice for breakfast during our 5 night stay in ballycastle - lovely menu using local fresh ingredients. French Bread and bacon and syrup is to die for!! Kids wouldn't stop talking about the pancakes with syrup- loved them. Staff extremely friendly and recommended some great spots to visit. Colouring pencils and paper and some toys to keep kids occupied are available. Seems to be very popular - was busy at the weekend but still no problem getting seats.

Twice baked potatoes and vegan burger! Absolutely to die for. Friendly service too which helps. Quaint and light atmosphere. A regular place to visit.

Really nice and cozy place, with friendly waiters. Food was good quality and absolutely recommend Hamburger with gluten free bread (they make the bread fresh every morning) and organic potato chips. I'm coeliac and I've never had such a good bun!Great surprise overall!

We seemed to arrive here at the end of the Sunday morning rush, as there were no tables available when we walked in, but a friendly member of staff greeted us as we came in and assured us that a table would soon be available. It was, and he made sure that it was cleaned and ready for us very quickly. There were no menus on the tables so you had to go to the counter to order. My scrambled eggs and toast took a while to come out, but it was hot and freshly cooked so that was fair enough. There are a few toys to keep children distracted which is always appreciated. Very reasonably priced too.

Delicious food served to us on a very wet and busy Saturday after St. Patrick's day. We chose the traditional regular size fry up, which was delicious and not at all greasy, the regular size was just perfect for us as we both felt like having something sweet to follow.Choosing the Lemon Meringue with cream and what a delight that was. The staff could not have been more helpful. We would highly recommend this lovely tea shop/ restaurant to anyone visiting Ballycastle.

Popped in here when exploring the north coast with my boyfriend as he had eaten here before. The staff were firstly very welcoming and had a good energy about them. The food looked immediately great on presentation in the glass display. I ordered the spinach and feta filo pastry and it came with a side salad and OMG was I surprised with the salad. I got a mix of different salads with so many different, unusual, mouthwatering tastes! There was banana, apple, raisin,celery, lettuce ,tomato, chick peas, basil pasta but to list a few of the random combinations in the side salad. I would never have put all these items together but the flavours worked so well together!! The pastry was delicious also! My boyfriend got the vegan chickpea burger which he raved about also. Afterwards I got their award winning almond coconut muffin and again I was so impressed! I would highly recommend this beautiful little gem of a place for lunch or a sweet treat! Can't wait til I'm back up again for more! Thanks for a lovely lunch again!!

Had a lovely breakfast, all locally sourced ingredients to a high standard. Friendly owner's and staff. Would highly recommend if in the Ballycastle area :)

I have visited this café many times and have been consistently impressed by the quality and range of the food they serve. There are very few local cafés that know how to do good quality seasonal salads, which I particularly love. They have a commitment to using locally and ethically produced foods and bake delicious traditional breads and buns with interesting flavour twists. The warm and welcoming couple that run the place are so obviously passionate about what they do and committed to being at the heart of the local community. A special place.

A first-timer to the lovely Northern Ireland seacoast town of Ballycastle, I was looking for a local spot to relax and have lunch. I happened upon Thyme and Co. and was so glad I gave it a try. Everything is made right there, including the fresh sourdough bread my grilled ham and cheddar was served on, and pared with a demi-salad with light tasty dressing. With hot tea to finish, I decided to try a slice of mouth-watering apple pie for dessert. It was served with fresh whipped cream and was delightful. There's plenty to select from, including gluten free options. The atmosphere is welcoming and the staff friendly. Thanks Thyme and Co. team, for wonderful first eating experience in Ballycastle.

The coffee was very tasty and the food was great home made food. A cosy pit stop with good wifi, and really nice staff.

Had seen this little coffee shop on previous visits to Ballycastle but after having eaten elsewhere. Today we stopped with two elderly friends and enjoyed our light lunch v much indeed. Twice-baked potatoes topped with cheese and salad accompaniments were really tasty. Twice-baked U say? The interiors of the spuds had been scooped out, creamed and refilled back into the skins! The salads were various - homemade coleslaw, beetroot, salad leaves, tomato, cous-cous. Wife had goats cheese on sourdough, again with salad. Another little gem to go back to. We also were able to purchase a wheaten loaf to take home. It was also great!

We visited as part of a group of kids and 2 adults. The staff were very accommodating to the kids needs and everyone was pleased with their meals. Def recommend

Great, locally sourced wholesome food. The staff are dedicated and willing to go the extra mile. Really nice relaxed atmosphere.

We happened to find this cafe and were delighted at our luck. The food is excellent and the welcome is very warm. Can't recommend it highly enough!

Popped in here for a pick me up coffee and thoroughly enjoyed.Pretty decor and lovely selection of home bakes. We just had tea and coffee, very relaxed atmosphere. A great place to catch up with friends.

Only stopped for coffee..!!Nice welcome and very friendly staff.Looks like a nice place to stop for lunch or dinner.Very cosy restaurant ::))

Fabulous little café chock full of delicious homemade goodies. I had the roasted veggie and mozzarella quiche which was freshly made and warming on a rainy summer's day. Make sure you have lots of the homemade chutney, it's a showstopper. We'll be back!

Good coffee, savoury food and cakes. Unusually they have free bottled water in the fridge to take to your table. Pretty good value too. Nice cosy feel to the place. It's

Lovely latte and French toast, bacon and maple syrup , not greasy just homemade and tasty. Quaint coffee shop with style but best of all , homemade food with flare and all local produce

Friendly atmosphere. Very helpful when choosing your meal. Owners Tom and Eimer go out of their way to make you feel welcome.

We called here not realising there were parades on locally so it was a very quick visit. I ordered cappuccino and a pear and almond scone and my partner had hot chocolate with warm apple pie and fresh cream. Both were delicious and service was quick and friendly. I have been to Ballycastle many many times but was unaware this lovely little place existed, definitely worth a visit

I've stopped here a few times now and the cake has always been amazing. There are usually a few different types to choose from and even some traybakes (esp the fifteens!). The teas are lovely too - especially as they are served in little teapots and china cups. The staff are so friendly and helpful, even when I spilled water all over the floor, they were really lovely about the whole thing! I'd definitely recommend Thyme and Co after a long morning of walking on the beach.

I can honestly say this is for me one of the best cafes on the north coast. A wonderful selection of homemade vegetarian and vegan food on offer which is just a rarity in Northern Ireland. Food was beautiful, staff were lovely, we sat outside after being on a long bike ride. We'll be back!!

The food and service are top notch in this lovely cafe, as friendly to saturday morning cyclists enjoying a big fry as to the locals catching up on the news at pizza night, Nice place to enjoy a paper and some excellent cakes.. and the spinach puffs are a must!

Saw some reviews on this Cafe and they were accurate. Good food, very nice people, very cozy atmosphere: you feel like you are sitting in someone's Irish kitchen- and you are! I love having tea out of beautiful bone china tea cups, the breakfasts are big and the baked goods are outstanding. One of the gals brought us a slice of the "15" cake/bread. It is unique to only that region: a sweet butter cake with marshmallow and fruit ( don't let the description fool you ) it was delicious!!! And best of all, they open early- which is something the Irish aren't known for.

I've been in here a few times now over the past few months. Its a very good coffee shop- the teas are very good (Thompsons) and the food fresh. Staff are very friendly and helpful. The slices are very good and fresh. French toast with maple syrup and bacon is very good, though a little more "spice" to the toast would be good. The home-baking is very good and certainly will expand your waistline after a few visits. Service out front isn't the quickest in the world, but if you want to sit and relax and catch up with friends, its a great place to go.

I always enjoy a visit to Thyme & Co on a Sunday morning for brunch. Highly recommend the full fry and the smoked salmon with eggs. Great if you have a fuzzy head and need wholesome food to get you back on track! Service is quick and friendly and I love how they list their local suppliers.

Lovely coffee , lovely seating area , lovely staff and the food is good homemade delights , cannot praise it highly enough

Love this wee cafe. The food is home made and freshly prepared.Bright and airy feel to the place. Staff wonderfully friendly.But brighter light in the loo please! lol

Got recommended this place when I stayed at Forestside House and it didn't disappoint. Family enjoyed the ulster fry and I tucked into a great lunch. Good value for money, it's well located and the drinks are right up our street. Definitely worth a visit. Shame we couldn't get in for food on the Saturday because they were fully booked. Will be back here for sure.

What to choose? So many wonderful salads, quiche, meats and deserts - my choice of spinach wrap salad was delicious,followed by a mouth watering apply pie. Fantastic staff, sociable and courteous.

I found out about this cafe on TripAdvisor and we weren't disappointed. We went for tea and cake and really enjoyed it. The cafe was quite empty when we were there but it was mid-afternoon and not a busy time. I've since been told by friends that they do great breakfasts so we plan on checking them out next time. The girl who served us was just lovely. A really pleasant experience overall.

Superb coffee and homemade tray bakes served by lovely girl who couldn't do enough to help. Top ups of coffee served willingly

Whilst visiting giants causeway, Bushmills distillery etc... Took a coastal drive to Ballycastle ( just about 15 mins from causeway & 5 mins from rope bridge) Stopped in Thyme & co on the main st of Ballycastle. What a delightful place. Very quaint but modern. The food was so fresh and tasty. From beautiful salads to homemade scones( to die for) full lunch or coffee and cake. We had apple pie.....so beautiful light and fresh, and coconut almond cake(owner said they had won an award for it yum yum! ) I would highly recommend this as a stop off whilst travelling the north coast!!!!!!!

Called in with a group of eleven for a bite of lunch after a walk. Excellent service, very accommodating and beautiful fresh homemade soup, wheaten bread and traybakes.Highly recommend.

I have been in this restaurant loads of times. I keep going back because all the food in freshly made by them. The staff are very friendly and nice. Great place.

We had a light lunch- sausage roll, baked potato and omelette respectively- all of which were served to our requirements. Service was quick and efficient, with the staff taking time to make sure we had all we needed. Just one little thing- you might consider offering a stronger variety/brew of tea please.

We had our daily breakfast at Thyme and it was always great. Porridge, different style of eggs and the scones are fantastic! Thank you, Thyme! Was a great start into the day!