Tapps Cafe

Tapps Garden Centre, Wallington Rd, Baldock SG7 6RS, United Kingdom
+44 1462 896302
$$$ cafe
(50 Reviews)
Price Range £1–10

Welcome to Tapps Cafe, a delightful spot nestled within the Tapps Garden Centre in Baldock. This charming cafe serves as a serene retreat for both garden enthusiasts and casual visitors alike, offering a breath of fresh air with its warm and inviting atmosphere.

As you step inside, you're greeted by the aroma of freshly brewed coffee that wafts through the air, promising a perfect blend of comfort and indulgence. Tapps Cafe is a haven for tea lovers too, with an impressive selection of both conventional and herbal teas that invite you to sit back and relax.

The menu at Tapps Cafe is thoughtfully curated to cater to various palates. Among the standout offerings, the Brunch Bites section features Baked Beans on Toast, enhanced with a sprinkle of cheddar for just £4.50—a simple yet satisfying choice for a hearty start to your day. If you crave something more vibrant, the Smashed Avocado on Toast decorated with garden peas, sunflower seeds, and radish is a must-try at only £6.00. Want to elevate your dish? Add smoked salmon for an extra £2.00.

For those who enjoy a good sandwich, the Between Bread menu does not disappoint. Options like the Brie & Red Onion Chutney and Ham, Cheese & Mustard sandwiches are not just affordable but also generously portioned, ensuring you leave satisfied. Priced starting from £8.00, each sandwich is served with a choice of side salad or crisps to balance out the flavors.

If you're in the mood for something warm, their selection of Soups served with toasted seeded brown bread are comforting choices. The classic Tomato & Basil and Leek & Potato soups, both at £7.50, offer cozier dining options, perfect for drizzly days or a calming afternoon pause.

Customer reviews often highlight the cafe’s charming atmosphere and friendly service. Abhi Gureja expressed delight in discovering this "little gem," complimenting the lovely teas and exceptional cakes. Lorraine’s experience showcased the cafe’s solid menu selection and good value, while Grace Patterson and Teresa Prowse raved about their delightful experiences with afternoon tea, featuring scrumptious savory and sweet options—all lovingly crafted to make each bite memorable.

Tom Daff captures the essence of Tapps Cafe perfectly, noting the "lovely cafe" with its large selection, friendly staff, and chilled atmosphere, making it an appealing stop for anyone looking to unwind. Whether you’re seeking a casual lunch, a cozy afternoon tea, or a sweet treat, Tapps Cafe promises a delightful experience that goes beyond just a meal.

So, if you're in the Baldock area, make sure to pop into Tapps Cafe for a taste of their inviting menu. With a friendly vibe and delicious offerings, it’s a spot you’ll want to return to time and time again.

Service options
Takeaway
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Great coffee
Great dessert
Great tea selection
Popular for
Lunch
Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Coffee
Free water refills
Organic dishes
Prepared foods
Quick bite
Small plates
Vegetarian options
Dining options
Brunch
Lunch
Dessert
Seating
Amenities
Gender-neutral toilets
Toilet
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Family friendly
Groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Transgender safe space
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs
Kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Parking
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

09:30 AM - 04:00 PM

Tuesday

09:30 AM - 04:00 PM

Wednesday

09:30 AM - 04:00 PM

Thursday

09:30 AM - 04:00 PM

Friday

09:30 AM - 04:00 PM

Saturday

09:30 AM - 04:00 PM

Sunday

10:00 AM - 03:30 PM

50 Reviews
Abhi Gureja

24 Aug 2025

Discovered this little gem while driving past. Lovely teas and great cakes!

lorraine

13 Jul 2025

Lovely cafe with good choice of menu, food equally really nice and good value for money. We arrived at 12:00 which was a good time as it wasn’t busy, however there is only one table that seats 4, there were 5 of us and was a bit squashed on one of the round tables that seats 3. We all ordered together unfortunately 2 of us had to wait half an hour after the others got their food and they had finished by the time we got ours then the order was wrong. On a good note the Parmesan and walnut scones are delicious and well worth a try

Grace Patterson

23 Jun 2025

Lovely afternoon tea! Friendly staff and good variety of sweet and savoury food. Thanks!!

Teresa Prowse

12 Jun 2025

Had a wonderful Aternoon Tea today. The service was spot on and the food was delicious. The savoury selection was pleasantly different and tasty. Mini quiches where the pastry melted in your mouth, whilst having that nice cheesy tang about them. The cheese scones were gorgeous! The sweet selection was equally as good. Very tasty and moist mini carrot cakes. Macaroons that whilst were very sweet had flavours that their colour represented (Yellow = Lemon) Fruit and plain scones were so good! Asked for extra cream and that was no problem Drinks were plentiful and of good quality Tapps must be your 'go to' place for Afternoon Tea Thank you for your amazing food and service

Tom Daff

07 Jun 2025

Just dropped in for tea and cake but this was a lovely cafe. Large selection, friendly staff, good value and very chilled atmosphere. Will happily return.

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