Nothing is better than supporting local businesses and picking up a coffee and a slice of cake from a local café.

Chard and Ilminster has an array of lovely independent cafes and restaurants but you can't beat supporting local establishments.

Here are the top five cafés in Chard and Ilminster according to comments and reviews left by visitors on Tripadvisor. There are plenty more to choose from and make sure you shop local.

1. First on the list is Eleo's Cafe at 28 Fore Street, Chard It has been rated as the number 1 place to eat in Chard according to TripAdvisor. With friendly staff and brilliant food for sale.

One reviewer said: "You cannot go to a better coffee shop in Chard. Wonderful friendly atmosphere a varied menu and a great selection of drinks.

"Eleos is my No1 cafe, and just to add they have just won an award for "Cafe of the Year."

2. Mrs O's 15 Fore Street, Chard serves breakfast and lunch and has five stars on TripAdvisor. One reviewer said: "I'm not one for writing reviews but this breakfast is so nice i had to, staff are polite no need to go anywhere else in Chard for food Mrs OS hits differently."

3. Art Gallery Cafe, Chard also has five reviews on TripAdvisor and is the seventh best place for food in Chard. Its a contemporary, light and spacious Cafe and Art Gallery.

One reviewer said: "Found this hidden gem and recommend to all. Good food, coffee and service. Lady who served us was very friendly and made us feel welcome. We had panini's with salad which were very tasty. I would go again."

4. The Green House, Silver Street, Ilminster is the second best place for food and drink in Chard and is rated five stars. It is a family run Delicatessen,coffee house,restaurant and homewares shop. 

One reviewer said: "The Green House was a real delight to eat at. I had the lentil pie and salad. Excellent!! My husband had the chocolate macaroon and coffee. He said that the macaroon was very fresh and mouth watering. The coffee is exceptional.  Highly recommended.

 

5. Cafe Sqaure, 15 Silver Street, Chard.