Bloomers Original Bakewell Puddings
Peak District
Bloomers is one of two establishments that claims to be the progenitor of the famous Bakewell Pudding. There's no sit-down dining; head to the pretty…
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Belfast
This no-frills, sit-down cafe deep-fries crispy battered haddock along with mushy peas and chunky chips. If you're in a hurry, there's a takeaway branch…
Dorset
Sample crab sarnies, grilled mackerel, salted caramel hot chocolate and tasty cakes beside picture windows with views of the Fleet Lagoon and Chesil Beach…
South Cornwall
The owners of the Lifebuoy Cafe have branched out with a coffee bar and ice-cream shop, selling delicious Moomaid of Zennor ice-cream.
Peak District
Castleton's most popular purveyor of cream teas, opposite the turn-off to the tourist office, also has filling sandwiches, pies, fish and chips, burgers…
Yorkshire Dales National Park
The fish and chips are average by Yorkshire standards but at least Barkers is conveniently located in Richmond's town square. Takeaway is a better option…
North Cornwall
Celeb-chef Rick Stein's fish-and-chips bar uses beef-dripping batter for a crisp finish, and often has unusual fish options, such as monkfish, John Dory…
Wessex
They're often queuing out the door at this classic British chippy, which boasts sustainable fish, freshly cut chips, mushy peas and pickled eggs. Eat in…
Belfast
At the Crumlin Road Gaol, the Crum Cafe serves coffee, tea, wine and beer as well as scones, tray bakes, sandwiches and soup.
Wiltshire
Sample well-executed, classic pub grub and some of the six local ales at this 14th-century, horse brass–hung pub.
West Cornwall
Scores of flavours to choose from at this beloved Hayle ice-cream parlour, including oddball choices such as brown bread and marmalade, key lime pie and…
The Lake District
Down a pint with a view of the fells at Traveller's Rest, a Glenridding stalwart. The food might be plain (steaks, pies, mixed grills) but the portions…
The Lake District
Crepes, both savoury and sweet, are the mainstay at this cafe in the middle of Grasmere. Go classic with melted Nutella, or fill yourself up with cheese…
Edinburgh
The Terrace Cafe, in the middle of the Royal Botanic Garden, has outdoor tables with a superb view of the city skyline.
Lerwick
Lerwick’s salty air often creates fish-and-chip cravings. Eat in (until 8pm), or munch down on the pier if you don’t mind the seagulls’ envious stares.
West Cornwall
If you're just after a quick bacon butty or all-day breakfast, this pleasant cafe is worth stopping by. It also serves homemade cakes and local ice creams.
East Devon
The sandwich selections at this sweet cafe include bacon and stilton, pork sausage, and crab. Or opt for punchy coffee and teacakes smothered in butter.
South Pembrokeshire
This classic village pub has a rhododendron-shaded beer garden, a jukebox and live music on Saturday nights, as well as a decent range of pub grub.
Wiltshire
A veggie and wholefoods cafe on the fringes of Avebury's stone circle that serves homemade quiches and cakes, chunky sandwiches and afternoon teas.
Isles of Scilly
Smart beachside cafe beside Porthcressa beach, housed in the island's old fire station. The menu dabbles in tapas and Mediterranean-style classics.
Shetland
Just by the Unst ferry slip, this place is a fine spot to wait for the boat. It offers decent coffee plus sandwiches, panini and breakfast fare.
Dartmoor National Park
The perfect moorland refuelling stop: olives and local cheeses sit alongside pasties, pies and tempting cakes. It does takeaway hot drinks, too.
North Devon
Heavily beamed eatery rustling up generous dishes including steaks, burgers, ribs and a local seafood paella, plus a mildly spiced mint tagine.
The Lake District
The Brewery Arts Centre's restaurant does a decent line in pub grub and stone-baked pizzas, perfect for a quick pre-film or pre-theatre supper.
Exmoor National Park
Tucked away from Lynmouth's main gift-shop drag, this tiny riverside tea garden serves pasties, ploughman's lunches, cakes and barley water.
North Cornwall
This lively little locals' hang-out is lined with artworks and is known for impromptu evening music sessions. Decent pizza and coffee, too.
Peak District
Fuel up on soups, burgers, jacket potatoes, house-speciality vegetarian chilli and cakes at this cheerful cafe close to the village school.
Oban
Opposite the Oban Distillery, this pleasant cafe offers tea and scones, delicious Luca’s ice cream and home-made soup with crusty bread.
The Lake District
Tasty Thai cuisine with fiery green, red and yellow curries served in the surrounds of Ambleside's old market hall. Also does takeaways.
West Cornwall
You won't find fresher fish and chips anywhere in Cornwall than this little corner chippie, much loved by locals and tourists alike.
Llŷn Peninsula
A local institution, this fish-and-chip shop has been serving crispy battered fish to Criccieth's residents for more than 40 years.
The Lake District
Kendal's veggies make a beeline for this riverside cafe, an old fave for filling sandwiches, flapjacks and naughty-but-nice cakes.
Cambridge
A student favourite serving up classic British dishes and local real ales in a 17th century restaurant with open fires and beams.
Old Town
The cafe in Edinburgh Castle serves good lunches made with fresh Scottish produce, and a range of Scottish craft beers.
Norfolk
Renowned for its traditional menus (mains might include rack of lamb or steak) and contemporary pasta or curry dishes.
South Devon
Offers fresh fish for the BBQ, plus tempting (cooked) seafood platters and classy crab sandwiches (£5.20 to £6.50).
Outer Hebrides
Snacks are available at the Lobster Pot, the tearoom attached to Ardmaree Stores (a grocery store near the causeway).
South Devon
The wide-ranging goodies on offer here span homity pies (open veggie pies), Scotch eggs and huge Cornish pasties.
Yorkshire Dales National Park
This old-fashioned place just off High St serves decent coffee, along with cakes and freshly prepared sandwiches.
Bath
Bath's own kaiten (conveyor-belt) restaurant, with colour-coded dishes of nigiri, sushi and sashimi.
