Lions Cafe

Valleygate, Sleaford NG34 8YY, United Kingdom
+44 1529 417238
$$$ Cafe
(81 Reviews)
Price Range £10–20

Welcome to Lions Cafe, a delightful gem nestled in Valleygate, Sleaford. This charming cafe seamlessly blends warmth and sophistication, making it the perfect spot for a cozy meal, a quick coffee break, or a leisurely afternoon with friends and family. Whether you find yourself in the area or just passing through, Lions Cafe promises an experience that transcends the ordinary café visit.

As you step inside, you are greeted by an inviting atmosphere characterized by bright decor and a cozy layout, exuding an air of comfort and relaxation. The staff at Lions Cafe are renowned for their exceptional hospitality—attentive and welcoming, they ensure that every guest feels like a valued part of their cafe family. This has become a consistent point of appreciation in the numerous glowing reviews from satisfied customers.

When it comes to food, Lions Cafe does not disappoint. Their menu features an extensive range of delicious offerings designed to cater to all tastes. For a fresh and satisfying option, the Pesto Pasta with Grilled Chicken or Vegetables is a must-try at just £6.95—it’s bursting with flavor and guaranteed to leave you feeling nourished. If you're in the mood for something classic, opt for the Classic Caesar Salad, available with either chicken or halloumi for £7.95. Looking for a light and flavorful bite? The Roasted Vegetable Wrap at £7.95 could easily become your new favorite.

Families will appreciate the well-thought-out children’s menu, which includes options like Cubs Breakfast and indulgent Mac N Cheese, ensuring even the pickiest eaters leave satisfied. Beyond the menu, Lions Cafe is well-known for their decadent selection of cakes and scones, with many customers raving about pairing a perfectly brewed coffee with a warm scone—definitely a heavenly match!

One of the standout features of Lions Cafe is its outdoor seating area. Patrons have described it as sweet and extremely relaxing—an ideal setting for enjoying a meal on a sunny day. As noted by a delighted traveler, the outdoor space provides a lovely, peaceful environment, perfect for unwinding after a long journey or busy day at work.

Real-life stories from customers add an authentic charm to the experience. Michelle Elkington eloquently states, 'The staff all are extremely welcoming... the food is incredible.' This sentiment is echoed by others, such as Matt McAuliffe, who praises it as 'arguably the best place in Sleaford for a wind down, brew, and a bite to eat.' People love to gather at Lions Cafe, whether to enjoy a quiet cup of tea or a lively luncheon with colleagues.

Your visit to Lions Cafe won't just satisfy your cravings, but it will also nourish your soul with the warmth of its community atmosphere. So, whether you're a local looking for your next favorite spot or a traveler seeking a restful break, Lions Cafe is waiting to welcome you with open arms and delicious dishes that leave lasting memories.

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers takeaway
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
Has free water refills
Serves healthy options
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has gender-neutral toilets
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Good for groups
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Tuesday

7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Wednesday

7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Thursday

7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Friday

7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Saturday

8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Sunday

Closed

81 Reviews
Michelle Elkington

20 Sep 2025

Absolutely incredible what I love about the Lions cafe is that the staff all are extremely welcoming this is what is special about here and they really do care about their customers that you are happy . The food is incredible and for me I love cakes and my favourite is a coffee and a scone and butter too yummy . The decor is beautiful . Outdoor seating is so sweet and extremely relaxing . Plenty of car parking spaces on site , male female baby changing . Excellent choice of cold drinks my favour elderflower .

Matt McAuliffe

03 Sep 2025

What a great place. Arguably the best place in Sleaford for a wind down, brew and a bite to eat. The café is located a little way out of Sleaford, close to a business estate, doubtless hoping to catch some of the office workers for their lunch stop. The organisation inside is cosy, bright and inviting with a great spread of cakes and sandwiches on offer. Table service is the order of the day, so find a seat and wait. It can often be busy, so factor in a short wait if you're visiting. The drinks and food delivered to the tables is all made fresh, largely on the premises by their own chef and they are not found wanting. It is truly delicious. A decent amount of parking, including spaces for EV charging, but it can be tight, sometimes. Pop in. It's well worth a visit.

Piggy Pine

01 Sep 2025

A gem of a cafe just off the A17. We were travelling back towards Norfolk and needed a place to stop. A quick search suggested this cafe and since we prefer independent over chain, we thought we would give it a go. So glad we did. We felt welcome from the moment we walked in. The staff were lovely. The food was tasty (soup of the day and a vegetable wrap). You can ask for your drinks extra hot. The atmosphere welcoming. The room and bathroom were clean and comfortable. Definitely one for us to pin for future travels

zoe miller

28 Aug 2025

Fantastic cafe. Perfect for us as a stop off on our way home from Norfolk. The place is immaculate and staff are on it! Constantly on the move checking if everything is ok, keeping the place spotless. Delicious food and reasonably priced. I had the eggs Hebridean. My husband had gluten free bread with fried eggs.

Stacey Glossop

18 Aug 2025

I came here for the first time and loved it. I came on a Monday lunchtime. Carpark directly outside the cafe with plenty of spaces. It was fairly busy but didn’t feel crowded. If staying in the cafe you wait to be seated (may not be the case at quieter times) and if take away, queue at the counter. I was staying in the cafe and was welcomed straight away and gave me and option of tables to sit at. I did note that all the tables had plugs with USB sockets close by, excellent for working from. I was given a lunch time menu with lots of choice - sandwiches, panini, jacket potatoes, egg based meals and cooked meals. I chose a turkey and stuffing sandwich. My order was taken from the table and came quickly (not too quick, it was clear it was freshly made!). There’s vegetarian and vegan options. I had my dog with me, she was welcome everywhere in the cafe which was lovely. Staff gave her some treats and water, they checked if she was ok to have them first. Atmosphere was great. I sometimes find cafes and coffee shops to have lots of overwhelming noises but this was fine. There were groups of people and people alone like myself. There is a loyalty scheme for a free coffee, their website says to download an app, easy peasy. Good value, excellent and welcoming service, a comfortable place. Thank you for my first visit, I’ll be back again.

Ellie-Mae Florists

04 Aug 2025

Our breakfast was lovely. The service couldn't fault, even took the time to take my granson to meet chef as he says he wants to be a chef when he grows up. thank you. Will be back

Rich Ward

25 Jun 2025

What a fabulous new cafe, lovely decor, super friendly staff and fantastic food. The baked potatoes were excellent and the guys raved about the pulled pork and bacon on chips. Well worth a visit. We were here on our motorbikes and they were most welcoming. Plenty of gravel parking available too.

gareth phillips

18 Jun 2025

Its a small, very nice, modern cafe on an industrial estate. Odd. People clearly travel to it, it gets very busy at lunch. Car park, little terrace. Usual stuff. Tea, ciffee, cakes, toasties, cooked breakfast. Food came very quickly, well cooked and lovely quality

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