The Old Iron Foundary

Ashford TN23 1ED, United Kingdom
+44 1233 668877
$$$ Cafe
(66 Reviews)
Price Range £1–10

If you find yourself wandering the charming streets of Ashford in the United Kingdom, make sure to stop by The Old Iron Foundary. This delightful café has become a beloved local fixture, and it’s easy to see why. Nestled in a cozy corner of the town, this café specializes in hearty, traditional British cuisine that promises both comfort and satisfaction.

The Old Iron Foundary is known for its welcoming atmosphere—an inviting space featuring a warm log burner, making it the ideal spot to enjoy a meal any time of year. The café offers a diverse range of dishes on its menu, perfect for breakfast or lunch, as well as tasty light snacks for those in need of a quick bite. You’ll find no shortage of delicious options, including the oh-so-comforting Shepherd's Pie and the irresistible Roast Lamb or Beef. If you’re in the mood for something a bit spicier, the Chicken Curry and Chilli Con Carne never fail to deliver robust flavors that warm the soul.

Start your day with a classic choice: the breakfast is highly praised among locals, with many raving about the two eggs on toast, or savor the perfectly cooked liver and bacon. With everything freshly cooked to order and carefully prepared using high-quality ingredients, every bite is a testament to genuine café fare. Customers like Dieter C and Emma Bramley commend the café for its freshly cooked meals, with Emma declaring it to serve the “Best breakfast in Ashford.”

While quality and warmth are at the forefront of The Old Iron Foundary’s offerings, so too is value. The café’s prices are exceptionally reasonable, allowing patrons to indulge without worry. Stuart James notes that it provides “the best value and best quality food in the area,” and many agree that this is the perfect locale for either a quick meal or a leisurely brunch with friends.

The drink menu is equally enticing, offering classic brews such as Tea, Coffee, and Cappuccino, perfect companions to your hearty meal. Cozy up with a Hot Chocolate or wind down with a refreshing Orange Juice—there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

For a comfortable, no-frills experience where the focus is on delicious, generous portions and friendly service, The Old Iron Foundary is unmatched. It’s a place where you’re always welcomed with a smile, and the kind words of customers like Dawnie Nilsson highlight the steadfast charm of this café: “...great service and a warm log burner.” Whether you’re a local or just passing through, don't miss the opportunity to experience the warmth and flavors of this beloved establishment.

Service options
Takeaway
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Great coffee
Great tea selection
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
Offerings
Coffee
Quick bite
Small plates
Dining options
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dessert
Table service
Amenities
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Groups
Payments
Cash only
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Parking
Openings Hours

Monday

07:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Tuesday

07:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Wednesday

07:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Thursday

07:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Friday

07:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Saturday

07:00 AM - 01:00 PM

Sunday

Closed

66 Reviews
Dieter C

19 Sep 2025

Great place to grab a lovely breakfast. Great food and good value for money

Stuart James

22 Jun 2025

Very friendly cafe in Ashford which has the best value and best quality food in the area. Id throughly recommend this place if you are after decent food without the frills of a posh café.

Jakub Barton

17 Jun 2025

Great place for a breakfast. Been there numerous times and food was always fresh and tasty, quickly served, reasonably priced. Highly recommend

Emma Bramley

09 Jun 2025

Best breakfast in Ashford. Welcoming, food freshly cooked to order, and they have a veggie option available.

Dawnie Nilsson

06 Jun 2025

Used to visit this cafe all the time when I worked around the corner. Went today while bike was MOT'd Was given a lovely welcome, I ordered a set 2. The food was quick, piping hot and so tasty, great quality products and eggs to die for, perfectly cooked. Tea was just right too. If you want good honest food with great sized portions, great service and a warm log burner then I recommend the Old Foundary. Thank you Pauline, Michelle and the team. I will not leave it so long next time.

Carrie Anne Howell

02 Jun 2025

Such a lovely cafe with fantastic food and great prices! Definitely would highly recommend

Daniel Ody

28 May 2025

Great old school cafe, set menu 3 really hit the spot. Reasonable price, coming back again.

fleming140

26 May 2025

A good solid breakfast. Didn't expect to much coming into the place to be honest but as often is the case looks can be deceiving! The ingredients were of a good quality, cooked nicely and most importantly piping hot. Great value for money as well. My review is more of a 4.5 if truth be told, they just miss out on the magical 5 by the finest of margains

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