The Willow Restaurant (Alford)

Featured reviews

• I

  Ian Sanderson

  ·2 months ago

  “Really relaxed atmosphere, friendly staff and lovely food. A very pleasant experience.”

• J

  Julia Keating

  ·3 months ago

  “We were staying in Alford and visited The Willow for dinner on 19th June. The owner and staff were extremely welcoming and friendly. We enjoyed a very nice steak and, although they are waiting for their alcohol licence, we were able to take our own wine for a small corkage charge. The restaurant is very dog friendly which was great as we had our small dog with us. We would recommend a visit to The Willow.”

  Read more
• J

  Jenny Priscott

  ·4 months ago

  “The friendliest welcome I think I've ever had (and I'm 63)! Delicious breakfast, fairly priced. A piano you could play... a great touch. I really appreciated, though I don't require them now, the free sanitary products in the ladies bathroom... thank you and well done. A lovely experience.”

• A

  Amber

  ·4 months ago

  “Popped in for lunch because we heard the place had changed hands recently, and were delighted to find it's a lovely place! Cosy atmosphere, tables nicely spaced so you can relax and feel at home. Comfy chairs. We both had a sandwich, each was fresh and tasty, the salad and coleslaw on the side plentiful and fresh. Tried the tea and the coffee, both excellent. The cakes looked amazing, will definitely be back to sample them! Also heard they will be opening up for evening meals soon, looking forward to coming to have a dinner here. Very friendly, knowledgeable waitress, more than happy to check dishes for allergies for us.”

  Read more
• A

  Andrew Lowes

  ·4 months ago

  “The food and the service was spot on. You can feel how much pride the team takes in what they do. Both breakfast and lunch menus are varied and freshly prepared. The homemade coleslaw is a must 😋. Highly recommend.”

• S

  Stewart Mitchell

  ·5 months ago

  “Popular cafe with locals but not overly busy. Bakewell sponge cake homemade was excellent, really caught the flavours.”

• S

  Sue Elsbury

  ·6 months ago

  “We really enjoyed the cakes, and they serve a really nice cuppa. it's had a make over its much more light in there. I saw some breakfasts being served, maybe next time. Really friendly staff always smiling.”

• M

  Mick Taylor

  ·6 months ago

  “I stopped by this morning looking for a place to work on my laptop for a few hours. The owner was very welcoming and helpful. ​I decided to have a working brunch and ordered a full English breakfast with an Americano. The food was fresh, delicious, and looked great. The Seven District coffee was also excellent! ​Even for a Monday morning, the tea room was busy with a wonderful atmosphere and friendly staff. I am actually glad the local library was closed today—otherwise, I never would have discovered this "true gem" in Alford. ​I highly recommend it!”

  Read more
• M

  Michael Belmont

  ·7 months ago

  “Ordered breakfasts for 2 adults and child. Decent full English. Friendly and welcoming staff. Fair prices. If we're ever going through Alford, we'd definitely stop here for a bite to eat.”

• A

  Andy Foster

  ·7 months ago

  “Had lunch here today. New owner only opened up this week ( last week of Feb 2026) . We had a sandwich each with coleslaw and salad and a bowl of chips. The wholemeal bread was super fresh with plenty of filling , the salad and coleslaw were freshly chopped and very fresh/crispy and tasty. The pot of tea for 2 gave us 3 cups each.The staff were polite, cheerful and efficient. Definitely worth a try and will be back .”

  Read more