Cafes in Kirkwall

“Me and my family (my children 8 and 5, me and my husband and my parents) all had a lovely lunch here. The food quality was so good and it had such a lovely atmosphere and nice seating. Very friendly staff and we really enjoyed the menu. My favourite was the houmous which I kept talking about all day which caused some laughter ? and the toasties were the best! My daughter enjoyed the kids tray which was really thoughtfully put together and tasty and my son the waffles which looked amazing and he definitely had no problem eating up.
Thank you, we will be back when next this way (I hope!)”

“We stopped off for refreshments on a bike ride from Finstown. It should've been a coffee stop but since it was after 12pm and there were Scapa Brewery ales available, we tried the excellent Scapa Special to go with a fantastic piece of homemade carrot cake. This is a gem of a place, thank you.”

“Lovely cafe, good lunch food and brilliant home made cakes. The owner was very friendly and gave us recommendations for our day on the island. Recommend to anyone getting off the ferry!”

“This place is cheap and has an old school British cafe vibe that’s so relaxed and pleasant compared to other, fancier places in town. I come here every week while waiting for an appointment, and I’ve got to know a few of the staff by sight and they’re just solid gold. The place is usually pretty busy, especially in the summer, but they just plow through the queue with cheerfulness and efficiency. I watched a young lady (who I haven’t seen much so maybe she’s new) explaining almost every item on the menu to a non-English speaking family, and as someone who works in tourism it was honestly a masterclass in patience and kindness. I couldn’t have done it better. There’s another particular member of staff who I’ve twice seen run out from behind the counter to carry a tray to a table for an older lady with a walking frame. The lady probably could have managed it, but she didn’t have to struggle because the lady anticipated her need and offered without being condescending. It was lovely. And then she apologised when she came back for making us wait for all of twelve seconds. Just fab staff all round, I can’t say enough nice things. I hope they read this.
Also whoever does the baking, 10/10. Had the best scone today.”

“I absolutely love this place. Best coffee on the island and brilliant service. Also does great food. Anybody ask where to eat in Kirkwall, this is where I send them.”

“Fantastic cafe. Lovely coffee and cake. Paul is a great friendly guy, it's like sitting in a cosy living room with a friend. Worth a visit.”

“Wow!!! What a lovely place, excellent food very tasty. Service was friendly and welcoming. Would really recommend a visit.”

“Fabulous coffee and oat milk late!
Interesting choice of drum and bass music in The background.”

“Wonderful cafe. One of the only places I could get an iced coffee so a literal life saver ?”

“Gorgeous place. Enormous, fresh, and tasty sandwiches. Delicious cakes. Lovely waitress. Don't miss it.”