Gallery Café

The St John Street Gallery & Cafe occupies a central spot in the Derbyshire market town of Ashbourne. Once upon a time the attractive red-brick building was a magistrates' court, but these days its floors are filled with art galleries and a laid-back cafe stocked with homemade food. Arching stained glass windows and bright white walls give the St John Street Gallery & Cafe a light, spacious air in which to settle down with coffee and cake, chat over fruit tea, or sip a glass of wine. The baked goods are temptingly arranged along the counter, with Bakewell tarts, scones and treacle tarts making regular appearances. Gluten-free options are on hand, too. The lunch menu at the St John Street Gallery & Cafe heralds the arrival of homely dishes like sausages and mash and butternut squash laced with goat's cheese and nuts. Creative soups; maybe carrot and coconut, or broccoli and Stilton, are served alongside a hefty wedge of freshly baked bread. Sandwiches are packed with the likes of smoked salmon and roast beef, as well as unusual pairings such as steak and pear. The pleasant staff, child-friendly bookshelves and comfy couches of the St John Street Gallery & Cafe all come together to create a space that welcomes everyone from solo students to families with dogs. Artwork by local creatives graces the walls throughout, just a taster of the prints and sculptures found in the galleries below. So if you fancy home made food served in an eclectic setting, book a meal at St John Street Galley & Cafe, Ashbourne, today. Minimum of 2 courses must be purchased. Award-winning cafe in Ashbourne that serves home-cooked food of the highest quality. Sumptuous pates go along with luxurious cakes in this characterful location, part of a contemporary art gallery.