Tadpole Tearoom - Canterbury

We had a wonderful experience celebrating a family birthday at this lovely, laid-back restaurant. The food was delicious and fresh, and the service was friendly. They accommodated our dietary restrictions without any trouble. The birthday cake they provided was beautiful and exactly what we asked for. I highly recommend this place!

I only gave this restaurant one star because I couldn't give it zero. We were on vacation in the area and my wife had heard good things about this place. We sat down and despite staff attending to other tables, we were completely ignored. After waiting for 15-20 minutes, we decided to leave without even being acknowledged. This was the worst service I have ever experienced and it was just plain rude.

This restaurant is a lovely spot for a late breakfast. The food is high quality and the service is excellent. It's a hidden gem and definitely worth a visit. The indoor and outdoor seating areas are both very pleasant.

Very friendly service. We were greeted most pleasantly and although we were, strictly speaking, too late to order brunch, the waitress said there was a nice chef on and she would have a word with him. Our brunch orders were accepted. The 'Hot Chocolate Deluxe ' (which I have enjoyed on several previous occasions at this establishment) was excellent and very good VFM. The 'Poached Eggs with Avocado ' was very tasty. A lovely place to eat and a very warm day. We had intended to eat at the Old Dairy Cafe, Goodnestone but contrary to the information on its website, we arrived to find it closed today. The ODC 's loss was the Tadpole 's gain!! It is great to find catering establishments that are prepared to help themselves in the current difficult economic environment. There will always be a demand for food of the quality of that served at the Tadpole, particularly when it is served in such a welcoming fashion.

The coffee is like water. The oat milk is not creamy and hot enough. Please please get a new coffee machine and and some proper barista training!!