# The Garden Cafe, Totnes — Reviews & Opening Hours > The Garden Cafe — Cafe in Totnes with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.8/5 from 28 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/totnes/restaurants/the-garden-cafe (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Cafe # The Garden Cafe The Dartington Hall Trust Ltd, Totnes [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=16896882192501568259&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [The Garden Cafe](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/107244343340132765337) **In short:** The Garden Cafe is a cafe in Totnes, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 28 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About The Garden Cafe The Garden Cafe sits within the Dartington Hall Trust grounds. The menu offers all-day lunch alongside a selection of homemade cakes, with vegan and gluten-free options available. Coffee is served throughout the day. The cafe is dog-friendly and caters well to children and groups. Staff are noted for their friendliness and clear communication about potential wait times during peak service. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [The Garden Cafe's own website](https://www.dartington.org/food/garden-caf%C3%A9?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Thursday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Friday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM ## What's nearby - Barn Cinema next door - Dartington Hall Hotel, Weddings & Conferences next door - Dartington Hall Gardens 200m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this cafe's delicious coffee, a wide variety of homemade cakes, and a decent all-day lunch menu, including vegan and gluten-free options. They also highlight the warm, friendly, and accommodating staff, who are upfront about wait times during busy periods. Guests mention the cozy, beautiful, and relaxing atmosphere, and appreciate that it's dog-friendly. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.8 / 5 (28 reviews) **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Totnes Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1823100). [More restaurants in Totnes](https://staycation.co.uk/totnes/restaurants) ★ 4.8 (28 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £1 – £10 [Visit official website](https://www.dartington.org/food/garden-caf%C3%A9?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Totnes **Plus Code** 9C2RF824+WH ### 🏨 Places to stay near Totnes 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%3DTotnes%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/totnes/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/totnes/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of The Garden Cafe? The Garden Cafe is open Mon–Sun 10am–5pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is The Garden Cafe any good? The Garden Cafe is rated 4.8 out of 5 from 28 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ### Is The Garden Cafe good for children? Yes, The Garden Cafe is listed as good for children. ## More near The Garden Cafe ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Dartington Hall Hotel ★ 4.5 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/totnes/hotels/dartington-hall-hotel) - [The Sea Trout Inn ★ 4.6 · 0.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/totnes/hotels/the-sea-trout-inn) - [The Cott Inn ★ 4.7 · 1.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/totnes/hotels/the-cott-inn) - [King William IV ★ 4.6 · 1.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/totnes/hotels/king-william-iv) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Mulberry Cottage 0.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/south-hams/cottages/mulberry-cottage-syk1140455) - [Champernowe 1.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/south-hams/cottages/champernowe-cp53) - [The Loft Cottage 1.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/south-hams/cottages/the-loft-cottage-syk1133187) - [Earthspring Flat 1.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/south-hams/cottages/earthspring-flat-uk46958) ### Campsites nearby - [Gatcombe Park Farm ★ 4.9 · 1.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/totnes/camping/gatcombe-park-farm) - [Hemsford Yurt Camp ★ 4.6 · 1.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/devon/camping/hemsford-yurt-camp) - [Steamer Quay Caravan and Motorhome Club Site ★ 4.5 · 1.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/devon/camping/steamer-quay-caravan-and-motorhome-club-site) - [Meadowfields Campsite ★ 5.0 · 1.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/devon/camping/meadowfields-campsite) ### Things to do nearby - [Totnes Rare Breeds Farm ★ 4.6 · 1.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/totnes/attractions/totnes-rare-breeds-farm) - [China Blue ★ 4.4 · 1.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/totnes/attractions/china-blue) - [Totnes Castle ★ 4.2 · 1.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/totnes/attractions/totnes-castle) - [Totnes Mystery Treasure Trail ★ 4.5 · 1.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/totnes/attractions/totnes-mystery-treasure-trail)