Stokes High Bridge Café

4.4 ( 1271 reviews )
Checking... 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM See Hours
£10–20
207-209 High St, Lincoln LN5 7AU, United Kingdom
+44 1522 513825

Stokes High Bridge Café, nestled in a charming old building in Lincoln, offers a delightful dining experience that locals and visitors alike rave about. The café spans three levels, creating an inviting atmosphere that complements its exceptional food and service.

Reviewers consistently praise the freshness and flavor of the menu. Highlights include the tuna melt toasted sandwich, celebrated for its delightful combination of ingredients, and the seasonal cherry bakewell hot chocolate, a treat that sweetens the winter months. The café also serves homemade quiche and traditional Lincolnshire rarebit, both noted for their generous portions and fresh salads, making them a must-try for any visitor.

The staff at Stokes High Bridge Café have also garnered significant appreciation. Customers describe the service as attentive and cheerful, with individuals like Mango and Connie receiving commendations for their positive spirits and dedication to customer satisfaction. Whether you stop by for a delicious cup of coffee or a comfort meal, the friendly ambiance and warm service ensure a memorable experience.

In summary, Stokes High Bridge Café stands out as a Lincolnshire institution where delicious food and exceptional service create a cozy atmosphere, making it a must-visit for café enthusiasts.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • No wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • On-site services available
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
  • Highlights
    • Has fireplace
    • Serves great coffee
    • Serves great dessert
    • Has great tea selection
  • Popular for
    • Popular for breakfast
    • Popular for lunch
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves coffee
    • Has free water refills
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves breakfast
    • Serves brunch
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Historic
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Good for groups
    • LGBTQ+ friendly
    • Popular with tourists
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • High chairs available
  • Parking
    • Paid parking lot

Reviews For Stokes High Bridge Café

Gemma Bramwell
May 27,2025
Called in at Stokes Cafe on a recommendation from a local and was not disappointed. Beautiful old building set over 3 levels. Food was fresh and delicious and there is a great selection of drinks. Highly recommend the tuna melt toasted sandwich and the cherry bakewell hot chocolate (this is seasonal). Staff were lovely and the cafe and toilets were clean.
Hannahmarie Daisy Day
May 24,2025
Mango served me this morning and I have to say this guy deserves a bonus. His spirit was infectious- his joy for life truly shoe through and lifted my spirits after a bad morning! Very polite and attentive- not just to me but all the customers he was serving! Coffee was delicious to, pastie was a little dry! But over all brilliant experience
Callum Hold
May 24,2025
Fantastic local coffee shop, impeccable staff provided by Jacob, Connie and Scarlett. The standard of customer service certainly made up for the fact the kitchen was closed so was unable to order any savoury items. Connie was especially accommodating to us as we were initially debating going elsewhere. Her patience ensured that we had a great time.
Alex L
May 15,2025
A Lincolnshire institution. I haven't been for many years, but it's as good as ever. Excellent tea and coffee. We had homemade quiche and a Lincolnshire rarebit. Generous portions with fresh salad. A must visit.
Craig Millard
Apr 19,2025
Great Cafe and the food was lovely. Excellent service.
siva sanchana
Apr 1,2025
I had a hot chocolate and a pain au chocolate. It was excellent. Best hot chocolate in town. So thick and perfect level of sweetness. The staff were so sweet and kind. I’m not sure if their name but they were in yesterday and really helped me out. Even gave me suggestions for my day! Definitely will return!
Mal333
Mar 28,2025
Stokes is a coffee and tea shop in a medieval timber framed building, that acts as a bridge over the River Witham. Fascinatingly, it’s the only bridge in England that still has buildings on it. I just had to go for a cream scone and tea and to soak up the atmosphere of Lincoln’s most famous coffee shop. The staff are smartly dressed and helpful and polite. I chose a vegan sausage roll (delicious), and a scone with jam and Cornish cream. I also had a Japanese cherry tea which was delicious! After leaving Lincoln I wished and brought some home. Loved the fruit scone although it was a tad too crispy for me but the are every crumb. It got busy in the ground floor however, I didn’t go upstairs. I couldn’t resist taking a picture from the window of the river over which Stokes sits.
Sandra Boer
Mar 24,2025
Simply a great place for a coffee to go or a lunch inside. I tried the quiche and the pasty and all is nice. The cappuccino was great and staff very friendly. Nice to see the people in the small coffee shop play their own music.

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