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Beer/Wine
British
Breakfast
Non-veg
Serves meat, vegan options available. Cafe offering some vegan choices, such as a panini, jackfruit burger, chili, coleslaw, gingerbread men, and more. Open Mon-Sun 08:30-17:00.
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Added by AdrianWaters on 12 Aug 2020
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48 Reviews
First Review by AdrianWaters
Sproutdancing
Points +342
Great vegan options and friendly staff! - Edit
Really good selection with separate vegan menu and vegan specials always available!
Read moreCream teas are well worth it!
Updated from previous review on 2026-02-16
Pros: Eggs with breakfast, Same size menu as non-vegans, Very reasonable price!
Guest
Hil785
Points +20
Lovely friendly cafe with separate vegan/gluten free menu - Edit
Visited this bright and friendly cafe on Lyndhurst High Street on Saturday.
Read moreDelighted as vegans to see that there was a separate vegan/gluten free menu which meant no missing out on traditional treats! We enjoyed an excellent treacle tart perfectly balanced with lemon and ginger flavours set in a delicate thin pastry, then delighted in a vegan cream tea. We also tried the vegan pancakes with strawberry compote and maple syrup which were delicious. The only suggestion if costs would permit would be to serve the tasty warmed scone with homemade strawberry jam.
The staff were friendly and the vibe was good. Thank you.
Guest
greysquirrel300
Points +53
Delicious cream tea, and lunch too! - Edit
We had lunch in this cafe on a busy bank holiday weekend, and I was very impressed with how friendly and helpful the staff were and how many vegan options there were too! A family of four we had 4 different lunches and all were delicious. I had smashed avocado flatbread with caramelised onion sun-dried tomato and balsamic glaze, really good. Others had vegan burger (which changes regularly and is homemade), scrambled chickpea egg on toast and also a vegan mozzarella panini.
Read moreThen the main event, we hardly had room but could not leave without trying the vegan cream tea which was definitely the best we have had (and we have had a few!). Amazing!
There is a vegan and gluten free menu which makes it so much easier. I highly recommend this cafe to any vegans visiting Lyndhurst.
Guest
jbjumping
Points +100
Friendly and quick - Edit
This place was very friendly- asked if my dog wanted water straight away. Good vegan menu I ate dirty fries and my daughter had jacket with coleslaw. Very filling!
Read morePros: Fast, Friendly, Big portions
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MillyJones
Points +48
Very vegan friendly - Edit
Fleeting visit to Lyndhurst, found GWT after walking into town and it being one of the only places open at 8:30am - very pleasantly surprised! Loads of vegan and gluten free options, dedicated vegan and GF menu including cream teas, pancakes and plenty of savoury options. Super friendly and a lovely space to spend time. Will definitely come back!
Read morePros: Vegan menu, Plenty of options , Good value
Guest
SarahBenn
Points +66
Lovely for afternoon tea - Edit
Really delicious vegan cream tea - scones were well risen, ''flotted cream'' excellent. Also a good number of the cakes on display were plant-based and also gluten free options-all looked delicious. We went for afternoon tea but nice to see a separate vegan/GF menu on each table with the omni ones. Savoury vegan scones also an option. Nice cool air-conditioned room at the back for hot days. Good service.
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Chincherinchee
Points +96
Vegan Cream Teas Takeaway - Edit
Really great selection of plain, fruit, cheesy and special scones for takeaway. The takeaway box consists of flotted cream, two enormous scones, jam/sauces of your choice for £8.50.
Read moreThere's much more to choose from, shortbread, cakes, paninis, breakfast etc for takeaway or to sit down. Amazing overall!
Pros: Vegan cream tea, Selection of vegan food, Interior is cozy
Guest
Sazzyb100
Points +101
Excellent cafe food - Edit
Lovely cafe, fully understand vegan, extensive menu, amazing vegan cream tea (plain, fruit or cheese scones), vegan clotted cream and jam, loads of other food, drinks, cake. Great service, atmosphere and location.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-05-30
Pros: Extensive menu, Understand vegans!, Amazing cream tea
Guest
KevinAustin
Points +46
Decent vegan options - Edit
Lots of vegan options with friendly staff and a good location in the middle of the high street. I went for an all day breakfast with sausage, sweetcorn fritters, scrambled 'egg', hash browns, beans and tomatoes. My wife had the dirty vegan fries with bean chilli on top. Both rated our food at 6.5/10. Solid if not remarkable.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-04-09
Pros: Plenty of vegan options, Lots of space, Friendly staff
Guest
Slotheeneedscoffee
Points +421
Vegan scones with clotted cream - Edit
They has a separate vegan menu. We shared a vegan cheese and red onion panini which was good. I had a chai latte with soya milk and my partner had an orange hot chocolate with oat milk and vegan cream which said was nice and rich. The star of the show was the vegan scone with jam and clotted cream, or as they call it "flotted cream", which they make themselves and is absolutely delicious. They also sell the cream to take home and you can also order it online.
Read moreReally dog friendly and fast service even though we were there Saturday lunchtime.
Pros: Seperate vegan menu, Good value, Dog friendly
Guest
KristianLegg
Points +26
Wonderful vegan cream tea - Edit
I want to say a big thank you for our wonderful vegan cream tea we enjoyed today at The Greenwood Tree. We are staying in the New Forest for the weekend and we found this absolute gem of a cafe by chance. They serve a huge array of beautiful dishes and all the cakes look delicious.
Read moreMy husband and I are vegan so we were excited to see the vegan cream tea available. It did not disappoint. It was the best cream tea we've ever had. We spoke to the friendly owner and she told us she makes the vegan clotted cream herself. You can even buy it to take away.
We highly recommend it to all vegans and non-vegans. It was absolutely delicious. There were lots of options available of vegan and gluten free foods and drinks.
Even if you are not vegan, the cafe has lots of options and the environment is very warm and welcoming. The staff were all very friendly too.
Thank you for making my husband's birthday lunch treat even more special.
Guest
TaraDemelza
Points +77
Separate vegan menu - Edit
Clearly labelled options, easy and tasty no fuss food at fair prices
Read morePros: Separate vegan menu
Cons: Not fully vegan
Guest
MichelleHar
Points +110
Fab cream teas - Edit
Always plenty of vegan options
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-10-22
Pros: Miraculous vegan clotted cream and scone selection, Vegan specials, Friendly service
Cons: Can get v busy on weekends
Guest
Emilywhitfield1
Points +118
Excellent tofu scramble - Edit
Lovely cafe serving loads of vegan food including baked goods, scones etc
Read moreHad the sausage and ‘scrambled egg’ panini which was delicious and took some scones away
Worth a visit
Pros: Baked goods, Lots of choice
Guest
natty_e
Points +496
Fantastic options and innovative cafe - Edit
This place was really cool. They had so many vegan and veggie options. Their scrambled egg was quite like any other I’ve tried and it was made from chickpeas! First time was amazing, second time a little salty for my liking but still great. Their vegan sausages were also amazing. They also offer their own homemade vegan clotted cream called Flotted Cream.
Read morePros: Array of options, Lovely friendly staff, Great food
Guest
andy.marshall531
Points +21
A little gem - Edit
Stumbled on this cafe whilst visiting Lyndhurst during a holiday to New Forest. What a pleasant surprise. Although they serve meat dishes, I got the sense they give equal status to their vegan and vegetarian menus, and similarly for their gluten free customers. I had the vegan beetroot burger from the specials board which was thoroughly delicious. The courgette and lemon cake to follow was sublime, and their coffee is of a very high standard. I enjoyed the food and service so much I went back the following morning and had the vegan breakfast to set me up for the long motorbike journey home. I only wish I'd discovered the Greenwood Tree earlier in my stay. Highly recommended.
Read morePros: Welcoming, friendly and attentive staff, Good range of vegan and gluten free options, Vegan, vegetarian and GF options clearly labelled
Cons: Other than not being exclusively vegan, nothing
Guest
pompouspete
Points +98
Great vegan options. - Edit
Met by helpful and friendly staff. Fantastic vegan breakfast with good coffee too. Food served hot and good value for money. Highly recommended.
Read morePros: Full separate vegan menu., Vegan breakfast., Good takeaway options.
Guest
VeganMountaineer
Points +58
Good options for Vegans - Edit
Lots of choices for Veg & Vegan.
Read moreGreat coffee. Can be very busy
Pros: Choices , Coffee , First time seeing a Vegan Cheese Scone in the wild
Guest
ThroughTheLens
Points +450
Fantastic vegan menu - Edit
We were only in town for lunch, but I wanted every single thing on the menu, it ALL looks/sounds amazing.
Read moreI ended up having the vegan sausage and scrambled 'egg' ciabatta, and then followed it up with vegan American style pancakes, maple syrup, and vegan whipped cream, and it was all amazing. I love 2.5 hours away but I'm definitely going to have to come back at some point to finish off the menu.
Pros: Huge vegan range , Proper, thick pancakes
Guest
HelenJDrew1
Points +267
Great vegan options and delicious! - Edit
Highly recommend this lovely cafe. It has a separate vegan menu with lots of choice from a burger, dirty fries, cream tea, Sandwiches, pancakes, breakfast and more. The staff were lovely. I had a cheese and tomato toastie and shared some pancakes - both delicious! I hope to go back. I would give 5 stars, if possible.
Read morePros: Separate vegan menu, Lots of choice, Delicious pancakes
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RobertLumley
Points +78
Well worth 5* for the Vegan choices - Edit
We have been looking high and low for a decent cream tea and always the clotted cream replacement has let it down, not anymore. The Greenwood Tree has the best Flotted Cream I ever tasted. It has a great consistency, flavour and colour. Wow!
Read morePros: Vegan clotted cream , Good selection of vegan options , Friendly staff
Cons: Nothing
Guest
parrotmad
Points +147
Lots of vegan options - Edit
Really warm and friendly cafe with a separate vegan menu. Does all day breakfast items, sandwiches, wraps, panini, nachos, jacket potatoes, pancakes and specials too such as pasta dishes. Also serves vegan cream teas with their home made vegan cream. The food we ordered (pictured) was delicious and we’d definitely visit again!
Read morePros: Separate vegan menu, Large variety of vegan dishes, Home made vegan cake and cream
Guest
wearetjb
Points +207
Amazing!! - Edit
Friendly service. And an amazing range of vegan and gluten free options. I had a vegan cream tea!!! This was unbelievably good!!! I would come back here 100%
Read morePros: Vegan Cream Tea, Great service , Affordable.
Guest
KarenBranagh
Points +40
Fabulous vegan menu - Edit
We stayed in Lyndhurst for two days and ate breakfast at The Greenwood Tree both mornings. Delicious vegan full English with a tasty sweetcorn fritter alternative if you didn't fancy the sausage. Friendly service and an extensive range of vegan options for lunch too. We also had their famous vegan scones, a cheesy savory one and a fruit scone with jam and "flotted" cream. The best vegan scone I have ever eaten! I highly recommend this place.
Read morePros: Vegan full English, Vegan Cream Tea, Friendly and very efficient service
Guest
robpeck98
Points +618
I GET IT NOW - Edit
Personally, I never cared for the age-old debate of “Scone” or “Scone”; I’ve always upheld the belief that “WHO CARES HOW IT’S PRONOUNCED?! SCONES ARE RUBBISH!” They’re dry and flavourless, regardless of how much cream and jam you put on (sidebar: passionately arguing about which is spread first is a sure-fire way of letting everyone know that you’re the world’s most boring human).
Read moreCut to July 8th, 2023, when a friendly vegan-coded cafe in a small leafy town changed my life forever. The strawberry and cream fudge scone made me feel nostalgic for a time I’d never had: it was perfectly moist, gorgeously flavourful and a really good size. After I’d chowed down every delicious bite, I wiped a tear from my cheek and ran back into the world to make amends to all the people I’d judged (except those jam or cream losers).
I think it’s important that we admit our past mistakes; that’s how we learn and grow as humans. If not for The Greenwood Tree cafe, I doubt I’d be the man I am today: a man who’s proud to admit that he liked a scone that one time. Thank you everyone.
P.S: my panini was good too
Updated from previous review on 2023-07-08
vegotanuki
This review made me crie
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friedrice
Points +1627
So fkin gooood - Edit
Get the croissant with avocado and "egg", it SLAPS. The scones are also amazing!
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martijntervoort
Points +166
Best place in town for brekkie and lunch - Edit
This (all-day) omni breakfast and lunch restaurant has loads of tasty vegan options. Even high tea and milkshakes can be made vegan! Dogs are more then welcome and a fresh bowl of water was offered by the staff.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-06-08
Pros: A lot of vegan options, Friendly and competent staff, Dogs very welcome
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