The Meldrum Cafe

Town Hall, The Square, Oldmeldrum, Inverurie AB51 0AA, United Kingdom
+44 7763 569886
$$$ Cafe
(46 Reviews)
Price Range £1–10

Welcome to The Meldrum Cafe, a delightful corner of warmth and community spirit nestled in Town Hall, The Square, Oldmeldrum. This charming cafe stands out not just for its inviting atmosphere but also for its commitment to serving the local community through its entirely volunteer-run operations.

As you step inside, the first thing that strikes you is the welcoming ambiance that makes you feel right at home. The Mendrum Cafe embodies the essence of community, where the love and dedication of its volunteer staff are evident in every interaction. The decor reflects a cozy, familial atmosphere, perfect for a relaxed lunch or an afternoon catch-up over tea.

The menu may be simple, but it is brimming with comforting choices that cater to every palate. Whether you’re in the mood for a rich, hot pot of tea or a refreshing cold beverage like pure orange juice or Hershey's chocolate milk, The Meldrum Cafe has you covered. The food offerings are equally delightful, featuring freshly prepared sandwiches, toasty paninis, and an array of scrumptious cakes and tray bakes. Customers rave about the hearty soup on offer—perfect for warming up on chilly days—and the mouthwatering gluten-free options further ensure everyone can find something to enjoy.

What truly sets The Meldrum Cafe apart is its strong commitment to community welfare. With every purchase, patrons are contributing to local projects, creating a unique dining experience that resonates with a sense of purpose. Customer Tanya Von Black perfectly captures this sentiment, stating, "It feels like going to family's house, everyone is so welcoming." This is a place where you can indulge in good food while knowing that your support helps beautify and better the town of Meldrum.

Charming reviews showcase the cafe's ability to bring joy to its customers. Donald Paterson highlights the fantastic food and the community-focused ethos, urging visitors to take advantage of the free parking disks available from the supermarket nearby. Meanwhile, Patricia Buchan enthusiastically praised the venue for its delicious lunches and the friendly volunteers that make each visit enjoyable. It is this authenticity that keeps community members returning, knowing they are not just patrons but part of something bigger.

Whether you’re grabbing a quick bite or looking for a leisurely place to enjoy afternoon tea with home-baked delights, The Meldrum Cafe is a treasure trove of taste and community spirit. So, next time you’re in Oldmeldrum, stop by for a visit—you’ll leave with a satisfied palate, a warm heart, and the knowledge that you’ve made a difference.

Service options
Takeaway
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Great coffee
Great dessert
Great tea selection
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Offerings
Coffee
Quick bite
Dining options
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dessert
Amenities
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Groups
Tourists
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

Closed

Wednesday

Closed

Thursday

10:00 AM - 03:30 PM

Friday

10:00 AM - 03:30 PM

Saturday

10:00 AM - 03:30 PM

Sunday

Closed

46 Reviews
Tanya Von Black

30 Aug 2025

The Meldrum cafe is the sweetest place run by absolutely lovely people. They food is great and very reasonably priced. I love coming in. It feels like going to family's house, everyone is so welcoming.

Donald Paterson

25 Jul 2025

What a fantastic wee cafe. Soup, sandwiches, pannini, home bakes etc with all profits going to the local community where it is used for local projects (planting in the area etc). Staff are all volunteers and were very welcoming Good parking immediately outside, but remember to get a free parking disk (I got one in the supermarket immediately opposite the café)

Sarah Gibbon

02 Jul 2025

This is a great place to go i had soup and a sandwich it was really good food and service and I loved the fact the money goes back to the community we need more of these places.

Patricia Buchan

21 Jun 2025

Great place for lunch, soup or toasty my favourite, or afternoon tea with home bakes, staff smashing, and to top all that the profits go back into the community, can't praise it or promote it enough. Thanks all volunteers

Santa Chris

14 Jun 2025

As you enter the square of Meldrum and observe the beautiful flowers provided by the volunteer beautification group your eyes raise and set upon the 1800’s town hall. Inside you will find a charity cafe that is run in support of beautifying and bettering Meldrum. The cafe is entirely volunteer run and you can get a cold or hot sandwich, sweets and more. Outside of the summer months, soup is also on the menu. Just don’t forget to bring cash. They depend on local volunteers to run the cafe for a good cause that benefits all residents of Meldrum, ask about how you can get involved one day.

Patricia Wilson

02 Jun 2025

Excellent. Very pleasant volunteers and efficient. Very nice food, atmosphere and good value for money. Thank you.

Antonios Fried Egg Roll

01 Jun 2025

Lovely wee coffee shop, nothing to special, coffee normal, cake normal, staff very friendly so what makes it different? Its as cheap as chips, honestly, 2 coffees and a slice of cake, £5.60. Give it me every day. Only 1 complaint, the wee train on the shelf running round 3 walls doesn't work. If I stayed close by, I'd volunteer and have it running again. Choo Choo (Thats it above the red wall.)

Scott Taylor

25 May 2025

Great wee cafe with fantastic volunteer staff. Food was good and the wee train running around the roof was a highlight of our toddlers day.

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