And in Mansfield and the surrounding area, there are plenty of little gems to choose from that stand alone from the big coroporate brands.
Here, we list 16 of the most popular in the Mansfield area, based on Tripadvisor reviews – all of them recevied 4.5 or five-star ratings on the site and are in no particular order.

1. Cakefield Cakes, Pleasley
Cakefield Cakes, Meden Square, Pleasley: "The afternoon tea is simply lovely, the sandwiches and scones are just so good." Photo: Google

2. The Baker's Cafe, Mansfield
The Baker's Cafe, Maun Street, Mansfield: "Food is amazing and service is fantastic too, well worth a visit." Photo: Google

3. Fables, Edwinstowe
Fables, Main Street, Edwinstowe: "We absolutely adore it." Photo: Google

4. Casey's, Mansfield
Casey's White Hart Street, Mansfield: "Really impressed with the service and the quality of the food." Photo: Google