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Parkside Cafe

4.6
·491k reviews·,

A charming cafe beside Locking Park, perfect for delightful afternoon teas, homemade cakes, and family outings with generous portions.

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Lunch on our sunny patio

Parkside Cafe

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Must-see attractions

A charming cafe beside Locking Park, perfect for delightful afternoon teas, homemade cakes, and family outings with generous portions.

4.6
(491k reviews)

"Excellent value for money, great quality ingredients, and a lovely atmosphere."

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Visit Off-Peak Hours

Consider visiting during off-peak times to avoid crowds, as the cafe can get quite busy.

Try the Paninis

Highly recommended are the paninis, particularly the tuna and cheese or beef with horseradish options.

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Quick Facts

Cuisine

Cafe

Price

Mid-range

Phone

+44 7852 922025

Address

62 Grenville Ave, Locking, Weston-super-Mare BS24 8AR, United Kingdom

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Generous Afternoon Tea

Generous Afternoon Tea

Indulge in a delightful afternoon tea with generous portions, often requiring a doggy bag to take delicious cakes and scones home.

Homemade Delights

Homemade Delights

Savor their highly praised homemade coleslaw and flavorful cakes like Victoria sponge and lemon curd.

Family-Friendly Location

Family-Friendly Location

Nestled beside Locking Park, it's an idyllic spot for families to relax while children play nearby.

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Visit Off-Peak Hours

Consider visiting during off-peak times to avoid crowds, as the cafe can get quite busy.

Try the Paninis

Highly recommended are the paninis, particularly the tuna and cheese or beef with horseradish options.

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Inquire About Breakfast

If you're looking for breakfast, ask if they can accommodate your request even if not officially served.

Book Ahead for Peak Times

It's recommended to book a table in advance, especially if you want to ensure a spot during busy periods.

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Visit Off-Peak Hours

Consider visiting during off-peak times to avoid crowds, as the cafe can get quite busy.

Try the Paninis

Highly recommended are the paninis, particularly the tuna and cheese or beef with horseradish options.

Inquire About Breakfast

If you're looking for breakfast, ask if they can accommodate your request even if not officially served.

Book Ahead for Peak Times

It's recommended to book a table in advance, especially if you want to ensure a spot during busy periods.

What Travellers Say

4.6
(491k reviews)

Reviews Summary

Parkside Cafe is widely praised for its excellent value and high-quality food, particularly its generous afternoon teas and delicious cakes. Reviewers highlight the friendly service and inviting atmosphere. While most experiences are overwhelmingly positive, some minor points like the drink quality in specific instances have been noted.

"Such a lovely little cafe in the heart of Locking village. We had lunch here and it was excellent in both taste and value for money. The victoria sponge was so good. Will definitely return when in the area again."

Maria Collier

"The Headline - Excellent Value For Money, Great Quality Ingredients and a Lovely Atmosphere.

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We've lived in Weston for many many years and have tried pretty much every cafe in Weston, but this was our 1st time trying 'Parkside Cafe' in Locking. It's owned and ran by Dan who cooks all the food and his Wife, who works as front of house.

1st impressions were very good, from the outside it looks very cute, inside was very clean and tidy, good quality table and chairs, it was quite small inside, but that gave it a nice homely feel. We were lucky getting a table, I would recommend booking if you want to go yourself, to avoid disappointment. As we walked in, the lady (apologies I didn't get her name, and I can't find it on their website and/or the Facebook page) was very attentive, offering us a high chair for little one. She took our drinks order, while we checked out the menu.

There was a good choice of food on the menu, including some great breakfast options without being overwhelming, including vegetarian. From what I can gather they specialise in their 'Afternoon Tea'.

We placed our order, I chose the 'Large Breakfast' (photo below).

While we waited for our food, lots of people were coming in and out, either to eat in or to grab a coffee on the go. It's clear to see they have built up a great relationship with the local community. Which is key to running a family owned cafe out of town.

We had a short wait for the food, 1st impressions of the food was again, very good. You can tell they use high quality ingredients and everything, including my poached egg was cooked perfectly, no grease in sight. I'm sure it was locally sourced. One of the signs of a great fry up is a good quality sausage, we've had so many fry ups, where a cheap sausage has let it down. These sausages were amazing, along with the bacon. Even the bread was fresh and not just your normal cheap supermarket loaf.

You can have a great breakfast, but if the place decides to use 'cheap' immatation sauces, it can be ruined. No complaints in this area again, I can't confirm if it was the well known brand of sauce, but both the red and brown was very tasty.

All through our time here, the service was impeccible.

We'll definitely be coming back. We're looking forward to trying the afternoon tea next.

Another bonus about the cafe is it's located just opposite a park, so if you have young children they can burn off all their sweet treats.

There is also outside seating avaliable to.

Thank you to Dan and his Wife for one of the best breakfast we've had and we look forward to seeing you again soon.

Mark, Kate, Freya & Olivia x"

Mark Holloway

"Took my dad for afternoon tea. So nice and so much food ,we had to bring some home. Delicious sandwiches and freshly baked cakes and scones. All served on pretty, dainty china as afternoon tea should be!
Really friendly too. We'll be back again, maybe breakfast next time."

Sandra Allen

What People Like

Generous afternoon tea portions
Delicious cakes and homemade coleslaw
Excellent value for money

What People Dislike

Occasional issues with drink quality

Frequently Asked Questions

The afternoon tea is renowned for its generous portions, featuring delicious sandwiches, freshly baked cakes, and scones served on pretty china.

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Yes, the cafe goes above and beyond to cater for allergies, including gluten-free options, with careful preparation to avoid cross-contamination. It's best to inform them in advance.

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Absolutely, its location next to Locking Park makes it ideal for families, allowing children to play while parents enjoy their meal or coffee.

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While not officially serving breakfast, it's worth inquiring if they can accommodate your request, as some guests have had positive experiences.

It is recommended to book a table, especially if you plan to visit during busy times, to avoid disappointment.

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