Lewis Capaldi chose The Gorse Café at Comrie Croft near Crieff, Perthshire, to unwind after his emotional return to music at Glastonbury Festival in 2025. The 29-year-old singer was spotted posing for a photo with staff at the café, which is tucked away in the rural Scottish countryside.
A Peaceful Escape from City Life
The Gorse Café, located just over an hour's drive from Glasgow and an hour and a half from Edinburgh, offers an easy day trip for those seeking a break from urban life. Named after the bright yellow gorse that blooms across Scotland in spring and summer, the café sits within Comrie Croft, a working farm and outdoor area described as a farm 'reimagined for the 21st Century.'
Inside, visitors find a warm, rustic atmosphere with wooden interiors, soft lighting, and seating overlooking the surrounding countryside, creating a relaxing and cosy environment, according to Glasgow Live.
Seasonal Menu and Local Produce
The Gorse Café is open seven days a week from 8.30am to 4pm. Its menu changes with the seasons, featuring homemade soups, salads, pies, cakes, and pastries made from fresh produce sourced from Tomnah'a Market Garden on the croft and other local producers. No booking is required, allowing visitors to simply turn up and find a table.
The café has built a loyal following online, with many visitors calling it one of Scotland's prettiest places to enjoy coffee and lunch.
Activities Beyond the Café
After visiting the café, guests can explore Comrie Croft's walking and cycling trails, or hire bikes to venture into the surrounding hills and woodlands. For those seeking further relaxation, the Nowhere Sauna offers a wood-fired sauna with a cold plunge bath and waterfall bucket shower, providing a perfect end to the day.
Whether following in Lewis Capaldi's footsteps or simply looking for a different way to spend a sunny afternoon, The Gorse Café offers a peaceful escape well worth the drive.
