# Archers Rest Cafe & Bistro, Bedford — Reviews & Opening Hours > Archers Rest Cafe & Bistro — Cafe in Bedford with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.1/5 from 211 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/bedford/restaurants/archers-rest-cafe-bistro (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Cafe ££ 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Archers Rest Cafe & Bistro Great Denham, Bedford [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=14123033177163251560&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/) **In short:** Archers Rest Cafe & Bistro is a cafe in Bedford, rated 4.1 out of 5 from 211 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating and dogs welcome. Details checked 28 August 2026 · source: Google Places ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park - ✓Free street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet - ✓Accessible seating ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the restaurant before you travel, especially for access needs. ## About Archers Rest Cafe & Bistro Archers Rest Cafe & Bistro occupies the Great Denham Sports Pavilion on Queen Eleanor Drive. The kitchen serves breakfast, brunch and lunch throughout the day, alongside dinner, coffee, beer, wine and cocktails. Pizzas, tapas and vegetarian dishes feature on the menu, with a children's menu available. Dine-in, takeaway and outdoor seating are offered. The cafe accepts bookings, welcomes dogs indoors and outside, and accommodates groups and families with children. Food hygiene rating: 5 out of 5. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Archers Rest Cafe & Bistro's own website](http://www.archersrestcafe.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). 🥐 Breakfast 🥞 Brunch 🥪 Lunch 🍽️ Dinner ☕ Coffee 🍺 Beer 🍷 Wine 🍸 Cocktails 🍰 Dessert menu 🥦 Vegetarian options 🌤️ Outdoor seating 🍽️ Kids menu 🍴 Dine-in 🥡 Takeout ## Opening hours **Monday** 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM **Tuesday** 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM **Wednesday** 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM **Thursday** 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM **Friday** 9:00 AM – 9:30 PM **Saturday** 8:30 AM – 9:30 PM **Sunday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM ## What's nearby - Great Denham Playground and Park next door - Kevin Deverick - Guitar & Bass Teacher next door - Great Denham parkrun next door - Croxden Gardens 300m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google People say this cafe offers delicious, well-prepared food, including tasty breakfast items, pizzas, and tapas, with generous portions. They also highlight the warm, welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff, and dog-friendly indoor and outdoor seating. Some reviews mention the staff can be unhelpful. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.1 / 5 (211 reviews) **Price level** ££ **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Bedford Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1454415). [More restaurants in Bedford](https://staycation.co.uk/bedford/restaurants) ★ 4.1 (211 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £10 – £20 [Visit official website](http://www.archersrestcafe.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01234 984881](tel:01234984881) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Bedford **Plus Code** 9C4X4FFR+54 ### 🏨 Places to stay near Bedford Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DBedford%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/bedford/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/bedford/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Archers Rest Cafe & Bistro? Archers Rest Cafe & Bistro is open Mon–Thu 9am–4:30pm; Fri 9am–9:30pm; Sat 8:30am–9:30pm; Sun 9am–5pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Archers Rest Cafe & Bistro any good? Archers Rest Cafe & Bistro is rated 4.1 out of 5 from 211 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ### Is Archers Rest Cafe & Bistro dog-friendly? Yes, dogs are allowed at Archers Rest Cafe & Bistro. ### Is Archers Rest Cafe & Bistro good for children? Yes, Archers Rest Cafe & Bistro is listed as good for children. There is a children's menu. ### Can you book a table at Archers Rest Cafe & Bistro? Yes, Archers Rest Cafe & Bistro takes reservations. ### Does Archers Rest Cafe & Bistro have vegetarian options? Yes, Archers Rest Cafe & Bistro serves vegetarian food. ### Does Archers Rest Cafe & Bistro have outdoor seating? Yes, there is outdoor seating. ### Is Archers Rest Cafe & Bistro wheelchair accessible? Archers Rest Cafe & Bistro has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at Archers Rest Cafe & Bistro? Yes: free car park and free street parking. ### How do I contact Archers Rest Cafe & Bistro? 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