Excellent local information on walks around Broughton in Furness.
Natalie D
The best brownie I’ve ever eaten, and it was gluten free ? we stopped for coffee and cake after our run and would recommend. Friendly staff and amazing cake
Penny Gibbings
Lovely visit today. Jill was on her 1st ever voluntary shift. She was great to talk to and very helpful. She directed us to a beautiful walk from Broughton Mills. Many thanks Jill. We had a wonderful afternoon.
SageTraveler
What I'd read from other reviewers I'll echo here: Friendly staff & service Generous portions Inexpensive There are 3 pubs and 1 cafe in the town of Broughton. (Plus a new one appears to have just opened). With the #4 of 4 rating, I didn't bring high expectations. Nevertheless, The Square Cafe is a simple, unpretentious establishment that's trying to add new items to their daily specials that carries a universal appeal. So, you can't fault them for trying. The beef lasagna is more English than Italian. As is the flan, more British than Spanish / Latin American. The fish cake seemed to need more fish, but the chips (British version) was good. And the peas were garden fresh. The butternut squash soup was wholesome. My sweetheart enjoyed hers, I thought it needed more depth and flavor. I did love their baguette, which accompanied the soup. Our group ordered 4 entrees, 2 soups, and 1 ice cream. It totaled less than 45 pounds. And the portions were massive. Afterwards, we hiked about 2 miles and my body appreciated the fuel.
RollingRobbie
Absolutely excellent coffee, the double espresso was indeed a proper double! The sausage bap was freshly made with high quality ingredients. All delivered with a smile. Highly recommended
Emma D
Absolutely fabulous place to eat. The staff were lovely with nothing being too much trouble and very attentive. The ambiance was very chilled and relaxed. Food was delicious, hot and plentiful, quality local produce used (I know cause I asked). Lovely menu with vegans catered for, cakes looked wonderful and a pot of tea for two was huge! Will definitely be going back, in fact, can’t wait to.
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Ventured in after a long hill walk for cup of tea and some cake. We went through into the back room but thought we’d made a mistake and it was the owner’s living room as it had a rather ‘lived in’, somewhat disheveled look about it. There was also a lady sitting on the sofa by the fire (who turned out to be the owner) but she reassured us it was part of the cafe and ok to sit there. She also went on to explain she was soon retiring and someone else would be taking over. Ok, first the good: The young lady who served us was very pleasant indeed and we ordered tea and cakes (which was ok). The bad: While waiting we started to look around the room, which sadly didn’t look very clean. There was an old display dresser covered in thick dust, with a few collapsed old dolls inside that looked like they’d been sat there for years! The fireplace had all manner of rubbish surrounding it and if nothing else was a fire hazard! It all just looked very grubby, old and unloved. But the worst was yet to come… The ugly: I ventured to the toilet on the first floor, but rather wished I hadn’t! The stair carpet was filthy and on the first landing I had to step over dog bowls from which dog food had spilled out. There was also an animal cage and other random rubbish piled around. The 2nd landing had the door’s to the B&B rooms (- I simply could not imagine staying there!) and the toilet, which was dark, dinghy and very grubby - the picture completed by a tatty, dirty, pink towel hanging by the sink, on which I didn’t dry my hands! I think the owner is making the right decision in moving on - the place needs a thorough clean and a better still, complete makeover. It’s in a great spot and has huge potential but needs a new owner to love it.
Sean M
Broughton in Furness is definitely worth visiting. The location is rugged and there are many great walks. You must refuel at this café. All of the food is proper home cooked food. The cakes are all amazing and everything is great value.
Mr C
Lovely little cafe, right in the centre of Broughton. Food was delicious, although menu was somewhat limited… Very friendly, Brew (the dog) loves to play
NickRLeeds
Visited twice during our four night stay in Broughton. Definitely somewhere to avoid if you don't like hearty food! On the other hand if you like well cooked, tasty breakfasts then you should definitely visit!! Quirky and comfortable inside and friendly staff.
Found this place by accident and what a gem! The food was absolutely superb and incredibly generous and good value for money. The cafe is just so peaceful and beautiful inside and the lady who served us was incredibly welcoming. A real gem of a place, can't recommend enough!
WendyBurge
My husband and I were holidaying in The Lakes and stopped of in Broughton for a visit. We came across The Square, the only cafe open on a Sunday in the village. We were meet by a friendly member of staff who welcomed us in from the rain. We ordered two coffees and two scones with jam and clotted cream. All tasted delicious. Everything is homemade! The decor inside looks a little dated and is in need of some tlc but the food is reasonably priced and delicious. Highly recommend visiting this little cafe.
Lesley Hazeldine
Excellent provision, well informed staff, lots of little gifts to buy
Andy Hall
Helpful staff
Helen Hargreaves
Good place to visit with gifts very reasonably priced with plenty of local information about walks etc and friendly staff.
Excellent local information on walks around Broughton in Furness.
The best brownie I’ve ever eaten, and it was gluten free ? we stopped for coffee and cake after our run and would recommend. Friendly staff and amazing cake
Lovely visit today. Jill was on her 1st ever voluntary shift. She was great to talk to and very helpful. She directed us to a beautiful walk from Broughton Mills. Many thanks Jill. We had a wonderful afternoon.
What I'd read from other reviewers I'll echo here: Friendly staff & service Generous portions Inexpensive There are 3 pubs and 1 cafe in the town of Broughton. (Plus a new one appears to have just opened). With the #4 of 4 rating, I didn't bring high expectations. Nevertheless, The Square Cafe is a simple, unpretentious establishment that's trying to add new items to their daily specials that carries a universal appeal. So, you can't fault them for trying. The beef lasagna is more English than Italian. As is the flan, more British than Spanish / Latin American. The fish cake seemed to need more fish, but the chips (British version) was good. And the peas were garden fresh. The butternut squash soup was wholesome. My sweetheart enjoyed hers, I thought it needed more depth and flavor. I did love their baguette, which accompanied the soup. Our group ordered 4 entrees, 2 soups, and 1 ice cream. It totaled less than 45 pounds. And the portions were massive. Afterwards, we hiked about 2 miles and my body appreciated the fuel.
Absolutely excellent coffee, the double espresso was indeed a proper double! The sausage bap was freshly made with high quality ingredients. All delivered with a smile. Highly recommended
Absolutely fabulous place to eat. The staff were lovely with nothing being too much trouble and very attentive. The ambiance was very chilled and relaxed. Food was delicious, hot and plentiful, quality local produce used (I know cause I asked). Lovely menu with vegans catered for, cakes looked wonderful and a pot of tea for two was huge! Will definitely be going back, in fact, can’t wait to.
Ventured in after a long hill walk for cup of tea and some cake. We went through into the back room but thought we’d made a mistake and it was the owner’s living room as it had a rather ‘lived in’, somewhat disheveled look about it. There was also a lady sitting on the sofa by the fire (who turned out to be the owner) but she reassured us it was part of the cafe and ok to sit there. She also went on to explain she was soon retiring and someone else would be taking over. Ok, first the good: The young lady who served us was very pleasant indeed and we ordered tea and cakes (which was ok). The bad: While waiting we started to look around the room, which sadly didn’t look very clean. There was an old display dresser covered in thick dust, with a few collapsed old dolls inside that looked like they’d been sat there for years! The fireplace had all manner of rubbish surrounding it and if nothing else was a fire hazard! It all just looked very grubby, old and unloved. But the worst was yet to come… The ugly: I ventured to the toilet on the first floor, but rather wished I hadn’t! The stair carpet was filthy and on the first landing I had to step over dog bowls from which dog food had spilled out. There was also an animal cage and other random rubbish piled around. The 2nd landing had the door’s to the B&B rooms (- I simply could not imagine staying there!) and the toilet, which was dark, dinghy and very grubby - the picture completed by a tatty, dirty, pink towel hanging by the sink, on which I didn’t dry my hands! I think the owner is making the right decision in moving on - the place needs a thorough clean and a better still, complete makeover. It’s in a great spot and has huge potential but needs a new owner to love it.
Broughton in Furness is definitely worth visiting. The location is rugged and there are many great walks. You must refuel at this café. All of the food is proper home cooked food. The cakes are all amazing and everything is great value.
Lovely little cafe, right in the centre of Broughton. Food was delicious, although menu was somewhat limited… Very friendly, Brew (the dog) loves to play
Visited twice during our four night stay in Broughton. Definitely somewhere to avoid if you don't like hearty food! On the other hand if you like well cooked, tasty breakfasts then you should definitely visit!! Quirky and comfortable inside and friendly staff.
Restaurantji Recommends
Found this place by accident and what a gem! The food was absolutely superb and incredibly generous and good value for money. The cafe is just so peaceful and beautiful inside and the lady who served us was incredibly welcoming. A real gem of a place, can't recommend enough!
My husband and I were holidaying in The Lakes and stopped of in Broughton for a visit. We came across The Square, the only cafe open on a Sunday in the village. We were meet by a friendly member of staff who welcomed us in from the rain. We ordered two coffees and two scones with jam and clotted cream. All tasted delicious. Everything is homemade! The decor inside looks a little dated and is in need of some tlc but the food is reasonably priced and delicious. Highly recommend visiting this little cafe.
Excellent provision, well informed staff, lots of little gifts to buy
Helpful staff
Good place to visit with gifts very reasonably priced with plenty of local information about walks etc and friendly staff.