Explorer Cafe Aviemore

Retail Park, Aviemore
01479 258179

Recent Reviews

Angus Burnside

Had a sublime lorne sausage roll for breakfast.

Andrew S

Lovely food, relaxed setting. Dog friendly. Yesterday had home made soup and freshly baked scones. Came back again today for the same. Would come back tomorrow if we were staying longer.

584scot

Having visited twice before years ago, we dropped in recently for two cups of tea, two smoothies for the kids and a bit of cake. Was taken aback by the price…£28! We were told it was table service but were not offered menus. We would have ordered a bit of lunch otherwise but with those ridiculous prices I’m glad we were saved. The staff were lovely but we won’t be back.

neil c

Stood for ages at the sign " please wait to be seated" ( lots of empty tables)as staff ( two) at empty counter avioded eye contact. Got fed up as someone came in past from another direction and was served!! Staff still ignored us standing at the sign after several minutes got fed up and walked away. Won't be back as crossed over to the Ice cream shop over the road and had a great coffee and something to eat.

R M

We’ve just been in the cafe. All excellent, service, scones , cappuccinos. Thank you and we will be back ?

tracey ashmore

We were very disappointed on our visit today. They have made changes to the service and they have not in our opinion been for the better. Table service only and wait to be seated. We popped in for a quick cuppa while shopping and the service was much slower than usual, the scone was dry and overcooked to boot. We don’t think we shall bother again.

Julia Richert

Nice, classy and calm atmosphere. Beautiful view out of the windows.Wheelchair accessibility: There are two flights of stairs, unfortunately, they are not wheelchair accessible.

seonc677

Avoid! Used to be great, now rubbish. New management have ruined everything that was good about it. For a similar culinary experience go to Aldi, buy a pack of 5 sugary pancakes, stick them in the microwave until rubbery and charge yourself a tenner. Complete scam.

KitzC2

What a fantastic place, very friendly staff with great food for a great price,. I’ve been travelling to Aviemore for years and this was my first visit, what a find, see you again soon.

Rhianamusprime

Lovely cafe hidden above a hiking shop. They have plenty of vegan options (as well as non-vegan) I adored the vegan haggis jacket potato! The staff were friendly and the service was quick. I would return if I find myself in Aviemore in the future.

annemarieb181

Visited here as every other coffee shop was closed or full. Limited cakes left but millionaires shortcake and Ricky road was very nice. Chai latte and ordinary latte were also good. Only drawback were the dogs , big and small . More of them than patrons.

Eilidh P

Currently sitting in the cafe having finally received our hot drinks 25 minutes after ordering. We were advised that there would be a "wee wait" which we said was fine. How long can it take to make 3 teas and an americano?! I'd say the cafe was 1/3 full at best - 6 other tables occupied. When I checked in with the staff after 20 minutes of a wait, pointing out the time, I was told "that's what happens when everyone comes at the same time". We were also promised our table would be cleaned as it was filthy but after 25 minutes it was hardly worth mentioning again. Really disappointing experience in one of the few cafes in Aviemore that is open past 4pm. I won't be hurrying back.

David Yastremsky

Really appreciated a separate vegan menu with the staff being super conscious. Some great soups and toasties. We enjoyed the avocado toast, haggis toastie, and soup. Tasty and filling. Lots of people despite being tucked away on the second floor of an outdoor gear store.Vegetarian options: Small separate vegan menu. Careful and knowledgable staff. Decent prices and portions.Dietary restrictions: Very accomodating and aware.

Voyager09288094854

I came once a month to aviemore and I lovectoso ,breakfast ,lunch ,dessert and coffe at the end of my days usually 4 to five days in a row, certainly our favourite, until today. Arrive 15 min to 5pm knowingly was alm8st closinvvtome so planned to take my coffe and dessert to go. But the lady in thd counter took 5 min to acknowledge my presence, with a unfriendly face said we are almost close so is just take away... I respond yes perfect with a big smile and asked for one coffe, a hot chocolate and a slice of lemon cake. She said that's not for sale, I ask why seems cut already, she respond I don't have anything to cut it.. I understand equipment need to be cleaned and put away and their shift is over but 10 minutes would be enough time for it. Took her more time to deny the cake than to make one more recurrent customer happy. Very disappointed after years of reat experience visiting tiso care and shop to be ruined by the bad attitud of one of your staff who obviously wasn't happy and customers pay for it.

Don D

First things first. Directions. It took me a while looking for this cafe, not knowing that it's inside the Tiso store. It's on the first floor of the said store. It's got a nice view and notncorowded even on peak hours. They've also got some coffee equipment (i.e. aeropress, wacaco, tumblers, etc.) if you're a fan of thatThey got a wide variety of food and have options for vegans. I had the iced mocha for the hot summer and the bacon and brie toastie.This is overall a nice place to chill, especially when you're waiting for your bus.Oh and they got free wifi as well

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