The Old Smiddy Strathaven

I go to this café a lot and it is probably my favourite coffee shop in Strathaven. The scenery that you can see outside of the window is beautiful; the staff are extremely friendly and polite; the whole place is very clean; the food is excellent; and I love to wonder around the attached gift shop.

Highly recommend...COVID measures great..felt completely safe...had lunch..lovely soup and sandwich..and of course a cake...great value and quality. Staff very friendly and helpful....nice gift shop too...ended up buying to lovely framed pictures. Lunch and a bit of retail...perfect...and good to be able to shop for gifts for Xmas without having to go into other shops at this time.

I stopped at this restaurant for lunch while driving on the A71 and had a wonderful, inexpensive meal. The cafe was extremely clean and the service was excellent (with all staff adhering to COVID guidelines). I would recommend this to anyone unfamiliar with the area looking for a budget-friendly, homemade lunch!

It was a delightful experience to return to one of Strathaven's finest establishments after a long absence. The old Smiddy is tucked away off the main road next to a peaceful stream that winds through the picturesque common green. Not only is it a great spot for lunch, but it also offers a variety of unique gifts, jewelry, handbags, and artwork. We all decided to go for the soup and sandwich deal, which allows you to choose any sandwich with a medium bowl of soup. Today's soup was a delicious blend of carrot, coconut, and chili, which was surprisingly tasty and not too spicy. We also enjoyed toasted paninis with brie and caramelized onion chutney, perfectly toasted with melted brie inside. The tray bake selection was extensive, and we decided to sample a few different options, cutting them into shareable pieces. We complemented our meal with pots of satisfying Earl Grey tea. My friend found some great items at reasonable prices in the shop. We were all impressed with the quality of the food and the service, as well as the attention to hygiene measures during these uncertain times. Additionally, we benefitted from the government's 50% off all food scheme during August, valid only on Mondays to Wednesdays, which halved our £30 bill to £15. I highly recommend this charming little gem to anyone looking for a top-notch dining experience in Strathaven.

Afternoon Tea is Fab. Definitely the best in Strathaven. Great selection of sandwich fillers which are full and flavoursome. Lovely cakes and scones had proper jam and clotted cream. Highly recommend.