The Boathouse Cafe

4.6 ( 526 reviews )
£10–20
White Mills Marina, 344 Grendon Rd, Earls Barton, Northampton NN6 0RB, United Kingdom
+44 1604 812057

The Boathouse Cafe, nestled at White Mills Marina in Earls Barton, is a delightful spot praised by many for its stellar offerings. Customers are enamored with the wonderful atmosphere, particularly during sunny days when outdoor seating provides scenic marina views. The cafe boasts a diverse menu with significant highlights, including the much-raved-about chicken and bacon burger, enjoyed by first-time visitors like Gary Newitt, who described the food as "fantastic" and the service as friendly.

John e echoes this sentiment, appreciating the efficient service and tempting selection of cakes, while David Hugh Meagher complements the delicious food and pleasant service, noting the added charm of live music. Mariana Blogka’s experience with quick service for toasties and decadent desserts like the cherry Bakewell slice showcases great value for money, even during peak hours. Lastly, Stuart Watford's praise for homemade soup and exquisite vegan options adds to the cafe's diverse culinary appeal.

Overall, The Boathouse Cafe is a must-visit for anyone seeking quality food accompanied by friendly service and breathtaking views. With plans to return for a summer coffee, it’s safe to say that this gem in Northampton has captured the hearts of many.

Amenities and More

  • Service options
    • Outdoor seating
    • Takeaway
    • Dine-in
    • Delivery
  • Highlights
    • Great coffee
    • Great dessert
    • Great tea selection
  • Popular for
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Solo dining
    • Good for working on laptop
  • Accessibility
    • Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Offerings
    • Alcohol
    • Beer
    • Coffee
    • Free water refills
    • Healthy options
    • Quick bite
    • Small plates
    • Vegan options
    • Vegetarian options
    • Wine
  • Dining options
    • Breakfast
    • Brunch
    • Lunch
    • Dessert
    • Seating
  • Amenities
    • Toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
  • Crowd
    • Groups
    • Tourists
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Credit cards
    • Debit cards
    • NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs
    • Kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Parking
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed
    • Dogs allowed outside

Reviews For The Boathouse Cafe

Gary Newitt
Jun 4,2025
First time visit and will definitely be returning, heard great things about this place and they are all true! Fantastic food, great service and friendly staff! (We both ordered the chicken and bacon burger) Loved sitting outside and admiring the views
John e
May 27,2025
Wonderful place for lunch with a good selection of things to pick from along with tempting array of cakes. Given it was a decent day we chose to sit outside with relaxing views across the marina. You order at the counter then the food/drink is brought to you,the staff were really efficient/friendly and really nice working well together providing a really good experience. Will be returning soon .
David Hugh Meagher
May 24,2025
This place is wonderful and well sited to boot! The food was delicious. The service pleasant. Loved the free bands too!
Mariana Blogka
Apr 27,2025
Lovely cafe to pop by before or after a walk. We had two toasties served within 10-15 minutes even though the place was packed. The personnel always happy to help and polite. Prices reasonable, for two big toasties served with crisps, one cherry Bakewell slice and two cappuccinos 12 isn't too bad. Definitely choose to sit in a table next to the window as the views are quite nice. Looking forward to visit again in better weather within summer for a coffee
Stuart watford
Apr 23,2025
I had a soup and it was 100% home made and gorgeous my wife had a vegan Jaffa cake and said it’s the best vegan cake she’s ever had
Chopper Watts
Apr 19,2025
Always a very popular place in beautiful setting of the Marina and because of its popularity you can expect long queues at weekends and bank holidays,but they provide such good food with excellent service its well worth the wait The Owners really should look to making it a much bigger venue
DNT DNT
Apr 6,2025
We had a wonderful breakfast this morning. Sat outside with a beautiful view of the boats & the church in the distance. Breakfast was delicious & the service great. We'll definitely be back again.. Thank you Daniel
Angela Evans
Mar 12,2025
Not been here for a couple of years and really surprised at how much it has improved, menu wise, lovely furniture and great staff engagement. Thank you guys for the super vegan lunch and can do attitude to everything

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