The Tuk Shop

Oaken Grove, Park, Maidenhead SL6 6HL, United Kingdom
$$$ cafe
(40 Reviews)
Price Range £1–10

If you're looking for a charming spot to unwind in Maidenhead, The Tuk Shop offers a delightful experience that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more. Nestled in Oaken Grove Park, this cafe is a hidden gem that elevates your park visit with its diverse selection of refreshments and friendly service.

The Tuk Shop is primarily known for its delectable real dairy ice cream. Imagine indulging in a scoop of Salted Caramel or the refreshing Mango Sorbet, perfect for a warm day. Or perhaps you're in the mood for something rich and decadent—try the Chocoholic Heaven for a chocolate lover's dream come true. The menu is vast and varied, boasting options such as Cookies and Cream, Mint Choc Chip, and the unique Raspberry Ripple Pavlova that will surely satisfy any sweet tooth. For those who enjoy a savory bite, the cafe also offers hot food including delicious burgers, prompting one delighted customer to lovingly nickname them “Rat Burgers” in a nod to a classic film.

The atmosphere at The Tuk Shop is warm and inviting, making it an ideal location to take a break. Customers frequently comment on the fantastic staff, who embody friendliness and helpfulness—traits that transform every visit into a personal experience. As local resident Richard Hawkins notes, the cafe is often bustling with families enjoying the sunny outdoor seating—perfect for savoring a chilled orange hot chocolate or their famous onion rings, which one customer insists are an absolute must-try.

Located conveniently within the park, The Tuk Shop is particularly popular on sunny days, drawing both locals and visitors alike. Although the lines may get a bit long during peak hours, the quick service and quality offerings ensure that waiting is never a bore. In fact, for many, it’s simply part of the joyful park experience.

As Lisa King shares, it’s heartening to see this cafe extend its hours until 7 PM, catering to those who wish to enjoy a late-afternoon treat. The Tuk Shop has certainly become a community favorite, drawing in students and families from the nearby schools, Alwyn, Court House, and Furze Platt, looking for a sweet escape and a place to connect.

In short, The Tuk Shop embodies everything that a park cafe should be—delicious, affordable, and oozing with charm. Whether you’re here for ice cream, a hot snack, or just a warm drink on a chilly day, you’re guaranteed a satisfying experience that invites you to return again and again. Don’t miss out on this delightful hideaway; it’s worth the visit every time!

Service options
Outdoor seating
No-contact delivery
Delivery
Takeaway
Dine-in
Highlights
Great coffee
Great dessert
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Coffee
Free water refills
Prepared foods
Quick bite
Vegetarian options
Dining options
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Seating
Amenities
Gender-neutral toilets
Toilet
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Family friendly
LGBTQ+ friendly
Transgender safe space
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Kids' menu
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

11:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Wednesday

11:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Thursday

11:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Friday

11:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Saturday

11:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Sunday

11:00 AM - 6:00 PM

40 Reviews
Mark Booth

21 Sep 2025

Lovely cafe in the park. Good variety of refreshments and all at a good price. Very nice place to take a break.

Karim Ghanem

14 Sep 2025

Brilliant cafe that knocks the spots off the previous management years back. Prices are very very reasonable, the menu is enormous and the staff are really lovely, helpful, friendly people. Couldn't ask for more. If you don't order the onion rings you're missing out!

Richard Hawkins

28 Aug 2025

Love love love this place. Living local and with my family near by, we often meet here with the kids in summer. They serve AMAZING food and at a decent price. Waiting times are not too bad, but the queues can get a little long on hot days. If I was to be overly critical I would like to see the following, although not all possible: - More seating and tables - More than one till or faster till service - Sale of alcohol (probably not possible given the type of venue and area, but I like a drink, so it's in my list lol) If I could recommend anything it would be the cheese chips with the selection of dipping sauces. Absolutely out of this world!

Gavin Lambourne

16 Aug 2025

Just what the park needs. Very friendly owners, ice creams, snacks, tea, coffee and this year they started doing a great selection on hot food. Sorry I don't do long reviews!

Joe Audcent

12 Aug 2025

Really enjoyed my orange hot chocolate. Just perfect on a chilly day

Graeme Miles

15 Jul 2025

Great place. My daughter would give it 200%! Great place for snacks and takeaway meals both in person and online. Big bonus for the local community. With Alwyn, Court House and Furze Platt schools either side of the park. It's a place to let our kids have a sweet treat. My personal favourite has to be the burgers, I call them Rat Burgers in reference to the movie "Demolition Man" As in they are they make a very satisfying burger The menu extends further than advertised, so be sure to ask the staff what else they offer! They do chicken wings!! The staff are friendly and efficient. The onsite toilets are basic single toilets. Always play safe and never leave your kids alone

Lisa King

28 Jun 2025

Thanks Jason & Issac for some yummy food the other day when I came for coffee with my Indian friend.. Filling chips and my friend enjoyed her mango sorbet & now she has discovered Mr whippy ice cream with a chocolate flake I'm sure this will be a regular meeting spot for us!! It's Great that you are open till 7pm as alot of the local cafes all close by 4.30pm - 5pm ... THE ONLY THING LACKING IS A COVERED SEATING AREA FROM THE RAIN!!?? ...ALL you need is a Big, Thick bit of Tarpaulin you can throw over the roof of the already solid wood structure that is there and then you can STILL sit there and ENJOY MR WHIPPY even if the heavens open up. Lisa & Maya xx

Phoebe

21 Jun 2025

Delicious food ordered and delivered within half an hour! When we couldn't decide what we wanted this definitely hit the spot! Will be ordering again in future very reasonably priced too!

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