The Lantern Cafe - East Dorset

Located in a picturesque setting, this charming restaurant offers high-quality vegetarian and homemade food. Their delicious cakes are a must-try, and their freshly made coffee and beverages are top-notch. A true hidden treasure.

Our friend brought us to this charming café for coffee and cake. The quality of the coffee and food was excellent. Unfortunately, they are unable to open on Saturdays due to a shortage of staff. Despite this inconvenience, we will definitely return.

Have been to this cafe on and off for a few years, but this visit was first for a while. The food is delicious, quiche and fritatas on the menu today with choice of salads. Would recommend this restaurant, can sit outside in good weather.

Visited today to try out their NEW menu and to see what was on offer. VERY Happy as there were the 'old ' favourites like their yummy salads and coleslaw along with a new fantastic range of lunch time specials along with sandwiches/toasties/jacket potatoes. Im sure there will be something for all tastes here, freshly prepared. Breakfasts will mainly be pastries, smoothies and yoghurts with muesli along with porridge. My only additional suggestion there would be, a basket selection of 'toasts ' from the on site bakery offered with marmalades/jams and perhaps even eggs? (poached)?? Once in the Lantern Cafe you will then browse the lovely shop with so many gifts and items of food too....

This is a wonderful cafe, with a varied menu, a wide variety of dietary options and the best staff! A treat!