The Railway Carriage Cafe
South Petherton, Somerset
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About The Railway Carriage Cafe
The Railway Carriage Cafe occupies converted railway carriages and a double-decker bus at Lopen Head. The menu includes small plates, breakfast items and cakes, with gluten-free options available. A play area is provided for children.
Bookings are accepted and recommended, particularly at weekends. Dogs are welcome. The cafe holds a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5.
Opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Thursday
- 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Friday
- 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
What's nearby
- The Trading Post Farm Shop next door
- Protexin Veterinary 150m away
- Probiotics International 200m away
- West Down Orchard 200m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Diners like this restaurant's delicious and flavorful food, including small plates, breakfast items, and cakes, with excellent gluten-free options. They also highlight the unique and quirky atmosphere in railway carriages and a double-decker bus, along with a kids' play area. Guests mention the friendly and attentive service, recommending reservations, especially on busy days.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Guest rating
- 4.7 / 5 (469 reviews)
- Dogs allowed
- Yes
- Good for children
- Yes
- Good for groups
- Yes
- Booking required
- Yes
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5 – Very good
- Destination
- Somerset
Food hygiene rating from the Food Standards Agency.