The Bothy Cafe

The Bothy, Auchincruive, Ayr KA6 5AE, United Kingdom
+44 1292 521164
$$$ Cafe
(112 Reviews)
Price Range £10–20

Nestled in the picturesque surroundings of Auchincruive, Ayr, The Bothy Cafe stands as a delightful retreat for those seeking good food and a warm atmosphere. As a charming cafe, it encapsulates the essence of community and comfort, making it a must-visit destination for both locals and visitors alike.

The Bothy Cafe is not just a place to grab a meal; it's an experience enriched by its stunning locale, characterized by beautifully maintained grounds that invite guests to linger a little longer. The friendly ambiance is complemented by the courteous and professional staff, who ensure that every guest feels welcome. Patrons rave about the cafe's inviting vibe, with reviews highlighting the warm-hearted service that you can expect on each visit.

Step inside, and you're greeted by the irresistible aroma of freshly homemade dishes. The menu features wholesome homemade soups, creative sandwiches, and delightful breakfast offerings that cater to all tastes. Imagine warming up with a rich, hearty lentil soup or indulging in the popular pulled pork sliders, perfectly paired with a zesty coleslaw. Additionally, the breakfast rolls, featuring square sausage and egg, are a hit among morning visitors looking for a hearty start to their day.

For those with a desire for the outdoors, The Bothy Cafe boasts an impressive outside seating area, recently upgraded to include a covered section, allowing guests to enjoy the beautiful Scottish scenery year-round—even in the infamous rainfall. The spacious outdoor space is dog-friendly, making it an ideal spot for families, complete with plenty of room for pets to roam. Guests like Suz and Patrick McCulloch have lauded the cafe for being a dog-friendly haven, ensuring that everyone feels included in the experience.

The café also plays a significant role in the community, with volunteers working here and a commitment to supporting individuals in recovery. It's a space that provides not just delicious food but also contributes to a greater good, making each visit feel meaningful. The option to purchase fresh vegetables from their honesty box adds a unique and homey touch to your experience, reminding you of the simple joys of community spirit.

Whether you’re visiting for a casual breakfast, a leisurely lunch, or a cozy afternoon tea with a homemade empire biscuit, The Bothy Cafe invites you to indulge in their delightful offerings while soaking in the serene environment. The riverside paths and lush gardens provide perfect opportunities for post-meal walks or peaceful picnics, turning a simple cafe visit into a mini getaway.

Overall, a visit to The Bothy Cafe guarantees an enjoyable experience marked by delicious food, friendly service, and beautiful surroundings. The next time you find yourself in Ayr, treat yourself to a meal at this lovely spot—you won’t just leave satisfied, but also uplifted by the warmth that seems to radiate from every corner of this charming cafe.

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Good for solo dining
Good for working on laptop
Offerings
Serves coffee
Serves healthy options
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
Pets
Dogs allowed
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

Closed

Wednesday

9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Thursday

9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Friday

9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Saturday

9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Sunday

9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

112 Reviews
John Forbes

13 Sep 2025

Outstanding place to visit as the surrounding grounds are kept really well. The cafe itself is warm an welcoming with friendly, very professional and polite members of staff. Highly recommend

A A (DJ)

22 Aug 2025

If I could give 10 stars I would. Stunning location lovely friendly staff and the food was very very good. Thoroughly enjoyed. If I had one annoyance was the price of the canned drinks. £7 for two cans of juice is a bit of a p take but the food was reasonable so kind of made up for it. Many thanks.

alan brown

16 Aug 2025

What a fantastic wee place. Dropped in for lunch with my wife and dog. Very welcoming and friendy staff, nice relaxed atmosphere and the food was excellent. We both had lentil soup (really good) my wife had pulled pork with chilli jam on sourdough which came with a lovely salad and crisps and I had pulled pork sliders (Briogh rolls) (3) which came with tasty coleslaw and crisps. We both thought our dishes were delicious. I had a bit of my wife's as she insisted and the chilli jam really did add a delicious hit to it. Can't recommend this wee treasure enough.

Eleeze Waggitt

10 Aug 2025

So glad to have discovered this place set in beautiful surroundings. Lovely tea room selling good wholesome homemade soup with their own produce. You can purchase vegetables & there is an honesty box. Volunteers work here & people in recovery are being helped so that's a good thing. Also nice river walk or places for picnics. Parking at top of road with disabled parking match closer. Oh & a good amount of outdoor seating a very old Victorian glass house is also there with hope of getting funds to fix it

Sandra Ainslie

09 Aug 2025

We took advantage of the spacious outside seating area to have rolls with square sausage and egg with a coffee which was tasty. A friendly, efficient service from staff within lovely surroundings. Our dog was very welcome too .

Suz

31 Jul 2025

Lovely visit to The Bothy Cafe at Auchincruive this morning for breakfast. So glad to be able to use their latest addition of the covered outside seating area..... its fabulous. Our whole family and all our dogs use this super establishment, everytime we visit the staff are always super friendly, also always welcome our dogs and happy to chat. Great food and absolutely worth a visit, so nice to sit outside in nature. It's a 10 from maisie.

Christine Steel

26 Jul 2025

Had coffee and an empire biscuit inside the cafe one day this week, enjoyed it so much came back at weekend with husband and dog and got to sit outside in lovely seating area in gardens. We both had different soups, tasted both and they were equally delicious. Service was very efficient and servers pleasant

Patrick McCulloch

12 Jul 2025

Food was great. Staff were friendly. They are dog friendly. Have lovely gardens to walk round and they are next to a riverside path. There's a lovely outdoor seating area that has a covered section that means it's still usable in the scottish rain

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