The Bishop's Table Café
The award-winning Bishop’s Table Café offers Afternoon Tea, all-day breakfasts, and fresh, locally sourced lunches in a historic setting in the heart of Wells.
Whether you’re exploring Wells or visiting the Palace, our café is the perfect place to enjoy delicious food with stunning views across the croquet lawn. It’s one of the best places to eat in Wells – ideal for relaxing with a barista-made coffee, a light lunch, or a traditional afternoon tea.
For a quicker bite, visit our Apple Store, where you can grab something tasty to enjoy as you explore 14 acres of RHS Partner Gardens or soak up the beauty of the Phelps Garden.
The café takes its name from a tradition started by Bishop Thomas Ken, who served as Bishop of Bath and Wells from 1685 to 1691. During his time at The Bishop’s Palace, Bishop Ken would invite twelve of the poorest men and women in Wells to dine with him at his table.
Serving delicious, locally sourced homemade food, The Bishop’s Table Café is one of the best places to eat in Wells. Whether you’re meeting friends for breakfast, lunch, coffee and cake, or a traditional Afternoon Tea, it’s the perfect spot to relax and enjoy fresh flavours in a beautiful historic setting.
Our takeaway packaging is made of Vegware and is compostable, biodegradable and eco-friendly.
Well-behaved dogs are welcome inside.
Contact The Bishop’s Table at 01749 988111.
The Bishop’s Table Secret Supper Club
The Secret Supper Club celebrates fresh, seasonal ingredients crafted into delicious dishes by the Palace’s expert catering team. Our menu is inspired by the finest locally sourced and homegrown produce, including from the Palace gardens.
Please contact the café in advance to confirm your meal choice – the café can be contacted via 01749 988111 (option 3).
Why Secret? You’ll be given a secret password that will allow you to enter via the ancient medieval gates before enjoying your meal!
Here’s what one diner had to say about their experience:
“Attended the new Secret Supper Club at the Palace. Absolutely fabulous! Food, ambience, service all excellent, and very good value for money. Highly recommended!” – April 2025
These special dining experiences are held on the second Thursday of every month:
- Thursday 14th August 2025: more tables release for August due to demand!
- Thursday 11th September 2025
- Thursday 9th October 2025
- Thursday 13th November 2025
3 courses. £35 per person
Click here to view August’s Secret Supper Club menu.
Please contact the café in advance to confirm your meal choice – the café can be contacted via 01749 988111 (option 3). Booking is essential – spaces are limited. A non-refundable £5 deposit per person is required to secure your booking.
Food will be available from 7.30pm, with last orders at 9pm.
Afternoon Teas
Enjoy a delicious Afternoon Tea in Wells from The Bishop’s Table Café, overlooking the stunning Palace buildings and Croquet Lawn.
From £18.95, your Afternoon Tea includes a fruit scone with clotted cream, a slice of cake from our counter selection, a choice of sandwich, and a pot of tea.
Add a glass of prosecco for £6.95
Please book your afternoon tea at least 24 hours in advance by calling 01749 988111 and selecting option 3 for the Bishop’s Table Restaurant. Please note that food is served until 3pm.
Please present your email confirmation (either on your phone or as a printout) at the café counter upon arrival.
Opening Times
April – October
- Monday – Saturday: 9.30am – 5.30pm (last orders 5pm) / Serving food from 9.30am – 3pm
- Sundays: 9.30am – 5.30pm (last orders 5pm) / Serving breakfast from 9.30am – 11am / Serving Sunday Lunch from 12pm – 2.30pm
January – March / November – December
- Monday – Saturday: 9.30am – 4pm (last orders 3.30pm) / Serving food from 9.30am – 2.30pm
- Sundays: 9.30am – 4pm (last orders 3.30pm)/ Serving breakfast from 9.30am – 11am / Serving Sunday Lunch from 12pm – 2.30pm
Menus
Summer Menu
Served Monday – Sunday 9.30am – 3pm
Daily specials available. Children’s menu on reverse.
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