Phone: +441935822646
Address: Cartgate Picnic Area, TA14 6RA, South Somerset, United Kingdom
City: South Somerset
Dishes: 5
Reviews: 8385
Website: http://cartgatelodgecafe.co.uk/
"Horrendous coffee. Three of us ordered flat white coffees. The lady dispensed them into mugs from a machine. There was lots of white foam on top. When we started to drink them and stirred them, all there was appeared to be a lightly coloured liquid with no taste or flavour of any coffee added. After 3 sips each we left them in disgust. The cafe was very busy and the queue to the drinks was very long, so as we did not have much time we continued on our journey. I wish now we had complained about the quality. It reminded me of dish water or the coffee had run out whilst being dispensed. I wonder if whatever coffee you order, it all comes out of the same spout. Never again."
Menu - 5 options
All prices are estimates.
Nuggets
Crispy, golden-brown chicken nuggets, perfect for dipping and sharing, served with your choice of tangy sauces.
Chicken Curry
Tender chicken simmered in a rich, spiced curry sauce with aromatic herbs and a touch of coconut milk.
Chicken Curry
Tender chicken simmered in a rich, aromatic blend of spices with creamy coconut milk.
Chicken Nuggets
Crispy, golden-brown chicken nuggets perfect for dipping, made with tender, juicy chicken.
littlefold
Great place for a stop over a real gem great cafe serving breakfast from 7am lovely picnic area highly recommended
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Reviews
John
Quick service even though it was busy. Tasty food. Shady seating outside appreciated on a hot day. Handy if you're travelling on A303.
Julie
I stop here every time I come from Cornwall to Surrey and wouldn't stop anywhere else. Lovely homecooked food, at very reasonable prices, served by friendly approachable staff, highly recommend!
Akela
Stopped on the way home from holiday to let the dog out. It was very busy but we didn’t wait long for food 5-8 minutes. Food was lovely much better than the normal service station food. Highly recommend
Charlotte
Have regularly used this cafe as the food was good but really disappointed this time. I ordered the beef lasagne and it was microwaved to the point it was burnt at the bottom and dry to eat. When I informed the waitress she was uninterested. I won’t be eating here again
Jane
We often stop here on the way back to Swanage from Bristol. Staff are always polite and friendly, they look happy to be there Incredibly cheap meals, all food comes out very quickly and is well presented. Toilets extremely clean and well maintained We always need a quick pit stop, Cartgate is perfect for us
Dogmattix
Sad to say I believe this cafe only maintains business due to location. Food was poor. Cheap bread rolls, undercooked bacon, no butter. (I did ask, was told we don 't do butter Staff were slow with no hustle! I 've been here a couple of times in recent months, and this time was the last. In future, I will stay on the A303 and find a Greggs.
Anthony
70p surcharge for soya/oat milk ! seems unfair when you would like regular milk but can't have it due to medical condition. Appreciate the expense to the business might be linked to the process rather than the milk itself, but would be fairer to factor the cost into the general price of drinks rather than penalise people who happen to be lactose intolerant. Sorry but not impressed.
Anja
Stopped today half way home to let the dogs out . Stumbled on this fantastic cafe picnic area . With tourist information/shop toilets and showers . Brilliant parking for our caravan . Decided on a meal , one full breakfast , one curry jacket potato , one child’s chicken nuggets and chips . All amazing and brilliant value for money . We will be calling again when holidaying that area . Thank you to all concerned.
CHRISANDANN
Horrendous coffee. Three of us ordered flat white coffees. The lady dispensed them into mugs from a machine. There was lots of white foam on top. When we started to drink them and stirred them, all there was appeared to be a lightly coloured liquid with no taste or flavour of any coffee added. After 3 sips each we left them in disgust. The cafe was very busy and the queue to the drinks was very long, so as we did not have much time we continued on our journey. I wish now we had complained about the quality. It reminded me of dish water or the coffee had run out whilst being dispensed. I wonder if whatever coffee you order, it all comes out of the same spout. Never again.
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Tea Explore our selection of soothing teas, offering both classic and exotic blends. Perfectly brewed to awaken your senses, indulge in our range for a moment of tranquility and flavor in every sip.
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British Traditional and hearty, the British menu offers comfort classics like fish and chips, succulent roasts, and savory pies. Rediscover familiar favorites, lovingly crafted with timeless recipes and fresh, local ingredients.
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Takeout
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Free Wifi
