Simpsons Tea Room

14-16 Broad St, Peterhead AB42 1BY, United Kingdom
+44 1779 490303
$$$ Cafe , Tea house
(95 Reviews)
Price Range £1–10

Simpsons Tea Room in Peterhead offers a cozy, straightforward café experience that fits well into the rhythm of local life. Tucked on Broad Street, it’s the sort of spot where you can comfortably settle in for a quiet cup of tea or catch up with friends over homemade cakes and simple, satisfying meals.

The atmosphere leans towards warm and welcoming, with friendly staff who seem genuinely interested in making your visit pleasant. It’s a place where small thoughtful touches stand out, like serving tea in delicate little teapots or offering a variety of home-baked tray bakes and scones. The café feels like a casual retreat, good for anyone wanting a low-key spot to enjoy a mid-afternoon break or a leisurely weekend breakfast.

Local visitors often come here for the straightforward, well-prepared dishes such as the Scottish breakfast, jacket potatoes, or comforting soups, which all sit comfortably alongside the café’s focus on tea and baked goods. The portion sizes and prices appear reasonable, making it accessible for frequent visits. Though it’s primarily an indoor café, there is an outdoor seating option where dog owners can sit with their pets, reflecting a laid-back and inclusive approach to guests’ needs.

Simpsons Tea Room fits neatly into the Peterhead community as a reliable, chatty corner café where the hustle of daily errands can pause. It’s most inviting during the quieter afternoon hours or on weekend mornings, when the smell of fresh baking and brewed tea pairs well with the gentle murmur of local conversations. It’s a natural choice for people who appreciate the familiar comforts of a home-style café without pretense.

Highlights
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Good for solo dining
What they serve
Serves coffee
Serves healthy options
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Best for
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dessert
Has seating
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Parking
Free of charge street parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Tuesday

9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Wednesday

9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Thursday

9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Friday

9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Saturday

9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Sunday

Closed

95 Reviews
Nikki James

05 Jan 2026

Before we arrived I specifically called to see if they were dog friendly. Was told no and we could sit at an outside table. On arrival at 3.15 as soon as we walked in the waitress straightaway looked at her watch. Well that made us feel very welcome! We ordered broccoli and Stilton soup which was lovely and scampi and chips, also very nice and milk shakes - lovely. When I phoned I also asked what time they stopped serving but was told no time just come along. We ordered food at 3.20pm. Three more folk arrived at 3.40 with a dog. They were not turned away but a waitress came and asked if we had any objection to a dog coming in. Of course I did, my objection was that we were specifically told no dogs inside. I was not happy about this because I don’t like leaving my dog in the campervan especially when it’s muggy. Another moan is “why can’t staff smile at you when serving you” apparently it takes less muscles to smile than to frown! I also didn’t like the fact that the guy (wearing a grey BOSS outfit) went through the cafe to go outside to smoke and then went back into the kitchen. If you’re going to smoke go out where you can’t be seen. I don’t think I will return.

Andri Savvidou

28 Dec 2025

Friendly staff, amazing scotish breakfast. Very good prices and of course a really nice place to spend with friends or alone.

Sandra Pirie

15 Dec 2025

My husband had a coffee and a Maltese tray bake. I had a hot chocolate and a lovely apple n cinnamon scone, my sister also had a hot chocolate and a coconut tray bake. We all really enjoyed our cakes and the staff are really welcoming and very helpful. It a lovely café and we will definitely be back the next time we come to Peterhead.

Maria Crowsley

20 Oct 2025

Simpsons Tea Room is everything you want in a cosy cafe, delicious home cooked food, the warmest, friendliest service and a lovely, welcoming atmosphere. The staff go above and beyond! A perfect little escape.

Gabby

13 Oct 2025

I'm American and wanted to try a scone. I had a plain scone with cream and jam. Delicious. My boyfriend enjoyed his jacket potato and beans. Loved the little teapot for one. I enjoyed two hot cups of tea with my scone. Very friendly and inviting staff.

Alise Ivanova

05 Oct 2025

I ordered the ham and cheese toastie with lentil soup, the toastie was amazing and the lentil soup was the best i’ve had from any other places !! my boyfriend got the chicken fillets and says they are better than zanres, both had a lovely meal!

Christopher Donnelly

01 Oct 2025

Popped in for a cup of coffee, lovely wee place. Was meaning to post a picture of my scone, but it was eaten before I remembered. Really tasty, very relaxed, lovely waitress.

Tom Kinahan

15 Sep 2025

It was lovely. It has been around for 25 years. The napkins matched mom’s sweater. Tony Bennett did not show up. Highly recommended!

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