Dolly’s Tea Room
Roslin’s Sweetest Spot
Just a short walk from the world-famous Rosslyn Chapel, Dolly’s Tea Room is a charming, family-run café and a beloved part of Roslin village life. Nestled within the historic Chapel Cross Guesthouse, Dolly’s underwent a full refurbishment and brand refresh in 2018, evolving into a vibrant hub for locals, walkers, families, and visitors exploring Midlothian.
Step inside, and you’ll find a warm, welcoming atmosphere, friendly faces, and a menu full of comforting favourites. We proudly serve award-winning Shibui Tea, sourced locally in Scotland, and our barista-style Lavazza coffee is a daily ritual for many – including Richard, husband of Dolly’s founder Amy, who takes his role as chief taster very seriously!
Whether you’re here for a relaxing afternoon tea, a hearty breakfast roll, or a light lunch of homemade soup, bagels, or sandwiches, everything is made with care and served with a smile. Much of our baking is supplied by local master bakers and Amy’s mother-in-law, Maureen– celebrating the best of local flavour.
But it’s the sweet side of Dolly’s that really steals the show.
Our legendary Megashakes and Supershakes – wild, colourful creations dreamed up by Amy during lockdown – quickly became our signature offering and helped Dolly’s thrive through the pandemic. Today, they’re joined by flavoured waffles, smoothies, creamy ice cream, and an ever-changing display of cakes and tray bakes. It’s no wonder children (and grown-ups) can’t resist asking to stop in.
Dolly's Tea Room
Our Afternoon Teas are a firm village favourite, served with vintage charm – think delicate sandwiches, scones with jam and cream, cakes, and a pot of something special. All served on vintage China. The afternoon teas must be booked in advance, but otherwise, Dolly’s operates on a walk-in basis. The tea room is regularly buzzing with the energy of local walking groups, community clubs, and friendly catch-ups, so we recommend giving us a call while enroute to be sure of a space – we’ll happily reserve a table if we have one just for you.
Whether you’re here for the day, staying at the guesthouse, or simply passing through, Dolly’s Tea Room is where good coffee, great cake, and even better company come together.
