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Reviewed 5 October 2023

We came with friends as we had all been gifted afternoon tea, and chose to visit this tearoom. We booked just over a week in advance. What a great choice! A great selection of beautifully fresh finger sandwiches, scones, cream and jam. and a selection...of small cakes, which were so light. Absolutely scrumptious. We weren't rushed, so we could sit and enjoy our food. The folk working in the tearoom were very welcoming and we had a delightful afternoon. Thank you!More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 3 September 2023

Called in for lunch during a visit to Cerne Abbas. The staff were very polite and friendly. We all had baguettes which were delicious, served with a small salad and crisps. Very generous fillings. There is a beautiful tea garden out the back. Perfect.

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 25 July 2023

Lovely food (amazing freshly baked scones!) and super helpful staff. Nice relaxing atmosphere in the garden - what’s not to like?

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 23 July 2023

Visited here today for our 29th wedding anniversary, for an afternoon tea. Wow! What can we say?! It was fabulous. Six different sandwich fillings for us both, with mini cakes and a scone each with fresh jam and cream. Perfect setting too. Place was cute...with a lovely garden and seating added. Despite staff being run off their feet, couldn't fault them in any way! We will be back! Ps: definitely book if you want an afternoon teaMore

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 21 July 2023

Abbot’s provides delicious light fare in a traditional setting. The Coronation Chicken Sandwich is served with small salad and crisps, and it was just the thing fuel more gadding about. Friendly, fast service.

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 17 June 2023 via mobile

Breakfast served until 11:30 so don’t turn up at 11:33 as they cant serve you. Even though they don’t open till 10.00am. Can’t t comment as was too late for breakfast. However had the coffee and it wasn’t very good.More

Date of visit: June 2023
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Nicola Wilkes, Owner at Abbots Tearoom, responded to this reviewResponded 19 June 2023

Dear PaulmP539RS - thank you for your review. Unfortunately, you arrived after our breakfast cut off time. Normally, we are extremely flexible with our service times, however you visited on what is our busiest weekend of the year (open gardens) where we served around 200...More

Reviewed 14 May 2023

Excellent afternoon tea. Local produce. Lovely staff. Made very welcome in pretty garden. Used smart box voucher. Would recommend!More

Date of visit: May 2023
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Nicola Wilkes, Owner at Abbots Tearoom, responded to this reviewResponded 30 May 2023

Dear OliviaT370 - thanks so much for taking the time to write a review. I'm so pleased you enjoyed your experience with us. Our afternoon teas have become very popular and its great that you were able to utilise the garden too. We hope to...More

Reviewed 6 March 2023 via mobile

Found this little gem of a tea room whilst walking around. It was such a welcoming sight especially on a cold and cloudy day. Hubby ordered a slice of home made brownie which was divine. My Portuguese tart was extremely tasty. The tearoom is a...great find and lady behind the counter was extremely friendly. Makes a great stop during our trip.More

Date of visit: March 2023
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Nicola Wilkes, Owner at Abbots Tearoom, responded to this reviewResponded 30 May 2023

Dear Monkey168 - thanks for the review. I'm pleased we were able to brighten up a dull day...we hope to welcome you back again soon. Kind regards, Nicola

Reviewed 5 March 2023 via mobile

Genuine friendly staff, freshly prepared meals, nicely decorated, appropriately priced. Second visit, will recommend to friends

Date of visit: March 2023
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Nicola Wilkes, Owner at Abbots Tearoom, responded to this reviewResponded 30 May 2023

Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review. I'm delighted you enjoyed your visit and look forward to welcoming you again. Kind regards, Nicola

Reviewed 29 October 2022 via mobile

Stopped here for afternoon tea on our way to Devon. What a lovely find. Lovely sandwiches and scones and beautiful selection of cakes. Big pot of tea and a latte finished it off nicely.

Date of visit: October 2022
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NicWilkes, Owner at Abbots Tearoom, responded to this reviewResponded 15 November 2022

Dear Linda - thank you so much for your lovely review...we hope to welcome you back again soon. Kind regards, Nicola

Reviewed 22 October 2022

We live in Cerne Abbas, so we are very lucky to have this little gem of a tea shop on our doorstep. It is run by a lovely couple Adam and Nicola, with Bev, a talented chef, and the friendly front of service staff, who...go more than the extra mile to give you 100% customer satisfaction. Actually the whole team from management to back and front staff do a amazing job. PLUS…….The food is absolutely delicious, and the take away lunch today was 😋😋😋😋 Well done Team Abbot’s Tea Rooms xxMore

Date of visit: October 2022
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NicWilkes, Owner at Abbots Tearoom, responded to this reviewResponded 15 November 2022

Dear Sabrina - thank you so much for your wonderful review. Its always nice to receive great reviews, but even more special when it comes from one of our locals. We're so pleased you enjoyed your visit, you're always a pleasure to serve. Kind regards,...More

Reviewed 17 October 2022

Five of us stopped for late lunch on a bike ride. Nice little cafe, welcoming staff. Food was very good - I had jacket potato with cheddar and garlic mushrooms which sounds odd but was in fact a very good combination! Friends tried various sandwiches,...the soup of the day, and the scampi and said they were good. Big portions. The cakes looked great too.More

Date of visit: October 2022
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NicWilkes, Owner at Abbots Tearoom, responded to this reviewResponded 15 November 2022

Dear mcr14 - thank you so much for taking the time to write a review. Its always lovely to hear when someone has enjoyed their visit - so thank you for letting us know. Kind regards, Nicola

Reviewed 14 October 2022

Received a afternoon tea voucher as a gift. After looking on line we decided to go to the Abbots Tea room in Cerne Abbas. Deffinateley made the right choice. We received a warm welcome and had a very enjoyable afternoon tea. Couldn't fault it.

Date of visit: October 2022
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NicWilkes, Owner at Abbots Tearoom, responded to this reviewResponded 15 November 2022

Dear B5470GKalisonic - thank you for picking us to enjoy your voucher. I'm so pleased you enjoyed your visit and we hope to welcome you back again soon. Kind regards, Nicola

Reviewed 8 September 2022 via mobile

Chose this venue having received a gift voucher for afternoon tea. Telephoned to book some weeks ago and spoke with a very courteous young man. Arrived today to be welcomed by two lovely ladies who served a delicious array of sandwiches, scones with jam and...cream, cakes and tea. All fresh, tasty and nicely presented. We would most certainly recommend. A lovely place to relax and enjoy some refreshments in a pretty and very interesting village.More

Date of visit: September 2022
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NicWilkes, Owner at Abbots Tearoom, responded to this reviewResponded 15 November 2022

Dear RobinsNest28 - thank you for taking the time to write a review - I'm so pleased you enjoyed your afternoon tea and we hope to welcome you back again soon. Kind regards, Nicola

Reviewed 24 August 2022 via mobile

Lovely frothy cappuccino accompanied by deliciously light Dorset apple cake! Free on street parking right outside

Date of visit: August 2022
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NicWilkes, Owner at Abbots Tearoom, responded to this reviewResponded 15 November 2022

Thank you so much for your review - I'm so pleased you enjoyed what you had. Kind regards, Nicola

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  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4.5
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