Crafty Bug Cafe / sweet shack

First time visiting and will be back. Children did some pottery and had a good play with the toys. Had lunch there too, gluten free options ! And dairy free options. Very accommodating to families. Highly recommend. Just be sure to check opening hours on their Facebook.

crafty bug cafe is a small but lovely cafe located on bridge road woolston southampton..

just across the road from savages freezer shop..

it has a small table area inside,

but plenty of seating outside allowing for a friendly chat" a smoke" or a bite to eat" whilst enjoying a wiff" of fresh air' whilst taking in the surroundings

the grubs great!

and the staff are polite" too!

they do have a real loving cat that likes to snuggle up near ya' feet..

but trust me the cats (no real bother)

you're generally served by one of two woman of a gentile nature,

and they are quite pleasant to talk to.

you get the same feel as you would when waiting on mums cooking..

(I loved it")

i remember the area way back in my early years

"before itchen Bridge"

we lived on oak bank road visited dixons cafe on the end of our road

got our sweets from sparkys opposite the Itchen toll bridge

and often spent our time riding back and fourth on the floating bridge & chatting to Mrs green who ran the floating bridge cafe

sadly theirs no houses on oak bank road anymore! just a car park

no floating bridge.

no sparkys sweet shop.

no mrs greens cafe.

and no dixons cafe.

but i loved my visit just the same!

so' wether just passing through or visiting and looking for a bite to eat"

give it a try!

they won't disappoint.

Known of this place since it first opened, but never been in there....even with all the amazing things I hear.
Today we had a birthday party here, the place is lovely. Everyone is so welcoming, the organising is spot on. Everyone was very relaxed and all children had a lovely time.
Highly recommended 👌

Went for baby sensory... The food was freshly made and yummy! Great to meet friends!

The owner is very enthusiastic with her crafts but the food is average. Always worth a visit if you want a friendly welcome and to take on crafts adult or child. Everybody seems to enjoy their visit. Have fun and see for yourself
Always worth a visit - the kids will love it
Dont miss out on the fun

First visit today! It’s amazing, and most importantly, the ladies working there are so lovely and chilled ! Coming back as soon as I can! Kids can splash around and play with toys , and I gather there are some arts and crafts groups you can partake in which are much cheaper than I would have guessed . Coffee very tasty, and the cheesecake I had was delicious.

Fantastic time at crafty bug this morning for the toddler morning. Great value for money and staff were fantastic. Felt very comfortable being there. Will definitely be going back.

Lovely toast, lovelier breakfasts (a large and a regular) full plates in empty plates out..... Nom nom nom (Jan 22)