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Welcome To Cambus O'May Cheese & Milk Hoose Cafe
Cambus O'May Cheese & Milk Hoose Cafe, located in the picturesque Creamery in Cambus o'May, offers a delightful dining experience centered around locally sourced cheese. Guests rave about the exceptional five cheese toasties, crafted with high-quality ingredients and robust flavors, and complemented by freshly brewed coffee. The inviting atmosphere, combined with friendly service from Maggie and her team, makes it an ideal stop for walkers exploring the beautiful Deeside Circular Route. With options like creamy mac and cheese and homemade soups, this cafe delivers a memorable experience, making you want to return for more delectable dishes and artisanal cheeses.
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Cambus O May 2 Banana Chutney
Mocha
$£3.95Salad Bowl
Americano
Hot Chocolate
Latte
Cappuccino
Auld Reekie Venison Salami
Herbal Tea
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Cambus O'May Cheese & Milk Hoose Cafe
Welcome to Cambus O'May Cheese & Milk Hoose Cafe, nestled in the picturesque setting of The Creamery in Cambus o'May, Ballater. This charming cafe is a sanctuary for food lovers, especially those who share an affinity for exceptional cheese and delightful light bites. Their locally made cheese has garnered a loyal following, tempting travelers and locals alike to stop by for a quick lunch or a leisurely brunch.
Imagine walking the scenic Deeside Circular Route, surrounded by the natural beauty of Aberdeenshire, when suddenly the thought of a delicious cheese toastie beckons. Many customers, like Gail Reid, find themselves irresistibly drawn to the cafe, where the menu features standout items such as their renowned five cheese toastie. The toasties are not only crispy and packed with flavour, but they are also paired beautifully with freshly brewed coffee, creating a delightful culinary experience that leaves you craving more.
Steph Sauer praises the cafe's ability to offer a fantastic selection of locally made cheese, complemented by a well-thought-out menu that includes mac and cheese and other tempting bites, all at very reasonable prices. Many patrons enjoy exploring the cafe after a good walk, as Steve McLaughlan discovered, indulging in varieties such as the Auld Reekie with venison salami and the Cambus O'May featuring haggis. Each dish exudes a burst of flavour and is prepared with care, showcasing the quality of the ingredients used.
What truly sets Cambus O'May apart is the inviting atmosphere created by Maggie and her team. Patrons often describe the cafe as welcoming, with both indoor seating and outdoor options to soak up the sun or enjoy a little shade under the heating. The clean facilities and thoughtful touches, like water bowls for dogs, reflect a commitment to making every guest feel at home.
With countless glowing reviews reflecting on their unforgettable dining experiences, it is clear that Cambus O'May Cheese & Milk Hoose Cafe is a must-visit. Whether you stop in for a cheesy delight or to purchase some local cheese to take home, you’re sure to leave with a smile and perhaps a newfound favorite café.
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Our Guestbook
“ Stop here literally every time we pass for some cheese. Today we stopped for one of their 5 cheese toasties and a coffee whilst walking the Deeside Circular Route. Didn't dissapoint. Toasty was crispy and full of flavour, great Coffee and realistic prices. ”
“ Delicious, locally made cheese in tasty light bites at good prices. Fresh coffee. We had 2 toasties, mac & cheese and 2 coffees for around 20. Lovely forest walks around. Absolutely recommend. You can also buy a selection of their cheeses and a few other bits ”
“ Well ! We were walking from Dinnet to the Canbus O’May bridge when a local man advised us to walk a mile further for a cheese toasty ! We had food with us but thought “why not”. When you spend your money on food and drink sometimes you can be disappointed but trust me not in here. Very polite and friendly team. The cheese toasty’s were absolutely loverly and well worth the money so much flavour and to top it all the coffee was really really nice. In fact after a really nice Toasty I was thinking I hope this coffee is nice and it really did compliment the cheese Toasty ! The shop and cafe are great and the inside space is very welcoming and there is plenty of seating outside some heated under cover and some out in the sunshine ( if the suns out) clean toilets. Would definitely recommend a visit and a Toasty and coffee. We brought some cheese for home as well. Not sure if dogs are allowed inside as we did not ask and sat outside, but plenty of dog bowls about for water. Loverly experience. ”
“ Popped in for a wee lunch and ended up also getting a funcy piece to go and some cheese. Lovely service and very tasty toasties. We had the Auld Reekie w/venison salami and the Cambus O' May w/haggis. Both fantastic. Think we may have found another favourite cafe. Can't recommend it enough. ”
“ Visited for brunch a few days back. The cafe is in a beautiful location, an ideal stop off before or after walks. A fantastic welcome from Maggie too. We both had the 5 cheese toasties and the courgette and Camembert soup. The toasties were phenomenal! Delicious cheeses oozing from between really good quality bread! They are accompanied by a generous dressed salad and potato crisps garnish. A perfect light lunch or brunch. The soup tasted really homemade, delicious and wholesome. Again served with good quality bread or, as I chose, a ‘cheese buttery’. Now, where to start with this very naughty treat! A bit like a dense scone, cheesy and can be eaten either hot or cold. The heat of the soup works really well to bring out the cheesy buttery flavours!! With 2 really good coffees we had a fantastic tasty wholesome brunch/light lunch served in a fantastic setting by Maggie and her crew. Unforgettable. Really recommended. **I’ve noticed with some of the other reviews people are confusing a salad garnish with a side salad. ”
“ Very tasty cheese...lovely setting and friendly staff. We had a great coffee outside and bought some cheese to take home. The cheese was stunning. ”
“ Small Cafe and cheese makers. around noon place is pack. Lunch rush look like they have a hard time cleaning tables. Staff very friendly. The toasties (Hot sandwich) are pre-made and refrigerated the toasted upon order. However, dont let this discourage you, the food is great. The order consisted of Auld Reekie & Venison, CombusO'may &Haggis, 5 cheese and Ploughmass. All the toasties had an intense cheese flavor. The Haggis one pair perfectly. The cheese with the Haggis created a flavor intense and flavorful. The 5 cheese is an explosion of flavor. The Venison al paired perfectly with the cheese. The Ploughmass, a 3 cheese sampler was great every single cheese was awsome on its own. The overall experience was excellent. Would definitely recommend. ”
“ Very accommodating to make us a wee table inside to save us waiting for one to come free. Excellent toastie and soup, high quality and great taste. The coffee was also one of the best I've had, obviously using good stuff. Prices are also very good, cheaper than other places offering similar items. I'll be back and hopefully it's nice enough to sit in their outdoor areas. ”