The Elm Tree - Cornwall,Isles of Scilly

Absolutely a hidden gem , we visited today 23/3/2024 and we had the best service and food we have had in a long time. The place was spotless and the food was amazing (but the cakes were 10/10 i highly recommend trying at least 1 We arrived around 1.30 the place wasn't too busy and we were seated really quickly and served shortly after which we always like xxx there was a good selection of great coffee's, drinks, food and a great selection of homemade cakes

Fantastic little find. We had attended a hospital appointment and wanted something to eat afterwards. We found the place on trip advisor and phoned ahead to check opening times. The woman on the phone was helpful and explained they had several bookings due in but we were welcome to come and see if there was space at the sharing table or sofa. We decided to take a chance and we were lucky to get the sofa seats. We were then offered a table as there was enough time before a reservation was due in. A good menu with lovely homemade cakes on display too. We opted for the Herdsman lunch and a cream tea. Both were delicious and I wish I’d asked what the relish was as it was yum. The scones were perfect and warm. Plenty of Jam and cream too- no scrimping here! The staff were friendly and welcoming. I can’t believe they’ve been there 10 years and I’ve never been before. Planning on visiting more often and will book ahead to guarantee a seat.

Very nice saturday lunch in pleasant surroundings with friendly staff and sensibly priced and varied menu.

Visited to day having read good reports we drove20 miles for tea having read that it was open till 4.30 on a couple of cream tea sites we arrived at 3.20 only to read a sign saying we close at 3.30 i spoke to a member of staff and explained that we had seen it was open till 4.30 and given it was only 3.20 we would be quick but she instead that they close at 3.30 and they could not serve us very poor response and a waste of peoples time and money so don’t rely on this business being open and I would suggest they take time to notify the numerous cream tea sites that they have changed their trading times

Such a beautiful quant place to visit on a rainy day! The freshly baked sweet and savoury scones were absolutely amazing. A dog friendly tea rooms where we could take our little daschunds. Friendly and helpful service. Highly recommend a visit!