Cafe cuisine: the best places to taste it in Brightlingsea

4 restaurant menus in United Kingdom, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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Cafe Lido
Cafe Lido
97/100 (27 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Coffee & Tea
Diner
Grill
Grill
Diner
Cafe
Contemporary
Contemporary
British
British
Cafe
Grill
Café
British
Contemporary
Diner
"Visited at lunchtime with a party of 7 and sat on the verandah overlooking the lido on a sunny day. Perfectly good simple menu and scrummy cakes. The..."
David Sargood
"Lovely café with vegan milks and cupcakes on offer. Friendly staff and seating inside and..."
D Bamford
"Only given one star for service because the young girl was getting in a tissey bless her, with practice she will be fine, we only had chips but they..."
Pauline Butler
"Ordered the loaded fries, great price! Tasted great! Great customer service and..."
Hope-Marie Bonnen
"Gorgeous Cafe in a great location! Bacon baps/chips all delicious and the coffee excellent!! We popped in here for lunch recently and look forward..."
Beverley Pilgrim
"Lovely friendly welcome Excellent quality products in breakfast nice big teacups Hot food very..."
Stella Godden
"Brilliant little cafe, good location by the seafront & lido - great cakes, coffee & hot chocolates (and bacon baps, breakfasts, jackets and sausages..."
Leon S (Toxo)
"Always love Café Lido. Dog friendly, nothing is too much trouble. Lovely coffee and simple tasty food. Great supporting local charity and..."
Karen Hine
"Nice atmosphere, friendly staff, and prompt service. Dog..."
Michael Hayes
"Very friendly, cosy and a superb..."
Paul Pollicott
"Great menu choices, lovely setting & atmosphere, wonderful staff - highly..."
Maria Whybrow
"Excellent local cafe. Great coffee, great cake, great..."
Danny Whybrow
"Best bacon baps. Great..."
Valerie Johnson
"Excellent service and awsome..."
Darren Bradwell
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Cafe Chic
Cafe Chic
94/100 (1897 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
British
Cafe
Cafe
British
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Cheese Omelette Beans and Chips
Cajun Chicken with Rice and Salad
Eggs Benedict
Hamburger
Fish and Chips
Chicken Sandwich
Cappuccino
english breakfast
Pot Roast
hot chocolate
Traditional Breakfast
Chicken Ceaser Salad
Pancake Breakfast
Chicken Curry Chips and Salad
Big Daddy Burger and Chips
Café
Café
British
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Highchairs Available
Takeout
Reservations
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Lunch
Brunch
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"I love this Cafe and I wouldn't eat anyplace else in Brightlingsea for a breakfast. Always a lovely atmosphere, always spotless, and the food is..."
Stella Gallagher
"Just had the most amazing burger! Great food, great staff, great..."
Sarah Smith
"Had a great lunch here today, will definitely be going again and recommending to..."
Peter Skone
"The staff are always friendly and the food and coffee really great..."
Wendy Sowman-mccarthy
"Friendly service, great coffee, amazing Crunchie topped cake. Thank u see u again..."
Matt Margerison
"Lovely place made to feel really welcome,food is fantastic we will..."
Neil Godfrey
"Food is excellent, nice choice on the menu. The staff are cheerful, helpful and polite. The cafe has a nice relaxed..."
Heidi Beamish
"Warm Welcome | Great Coffee | Reasonably Priced Food | Excellent Service | I Love it ... Thank..."
Dougy Blanks
"What a lovely cafe, is beautiful inside and excellent value for money too! Will be..."
Gemma Farrow
"Very nice food and very polite and helpful staff..."
Lozza Nicola Faint
"opened in an evening especally for our Garden club meeting great venue and we were looked after superbly. thank you we will be..."
Barbara Sharp
"Lovely staff and relaxing atmosphere. Food is great. Nice and..."
Louise Smith
"Lovely food and always with a smile thank you girls..."
Denise Stevens
"Really looking forward to steak night tonight, the last one was amazing, cooked to..."
Melanie Boulby
"Popped In for a hot chocolate was lovely thankyou :) very homely in there too..."
Ripley Jackson
"Very friendly and lovely food..."
Vicky 'Jayne' Faint
"Great breakfast, cooked to..."
Teresa Hamilton-Smith
"Lovely relaxed and the coffee was..."
Linda Humphreys
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Patrick Mani
"We always love coming here - friendly service, good quality food, nice coffee and good value. Keep up the good..."
Phil Sadler
"Lovely food, tasty hot coffee and dog friendly. Excellent value for money. Highly..."
Tom Davenport
"Cafe was very full and that speaks volumes. My brother had halloumi burger with mushrooms and fresh coleslaw.. loved it ... As for me, I went for..."
Lynn Thompson
"ALWAYS OUR FIRST CHOICE FOR LUNCH WHEN VISITING BRIGHTLINGSEA. ALL INGREDIENTS ARE TOP..."
Richard Edwardson
"Great lunchtime venue, lovely flavour coffee, and I had a halloumi,bacon and avocado . Bacon was crisp and nice ripe avocado. @£6.95 was an absolute..."
Paul Wassan
"Came across this cafe by chance looking for some all day breakfast. Service was swift, coffees and cold drinks came quickly, food just as quick. The..."
Catherine Kite
"Lovely cosy cafe, good food, coffee and cakes. Good breakfast menu..."
Katrina Marshall
"Helpful staff give you time to make decisions. Answered questions about food and allergies .Pleasant atmosphere. Good..."
Margaret Roberts
"Nice little cafe with generously filled sandwiches and good..."
cathy wright
"Best place to go in Brightlingsea without a doubt. Lovely for a cooked breakfast or ciabatta / Panini style lunch. Cute and cosy so not loads of..."
Melanie Meredith
"Absolutely darling place, with wonderfully priced food and a lovely atmosphere - will definitely be going again next time I’m..."
Natasha Goldie
"If you really can't decide, the bubble and squeak is..."
Pete D
"The avocado breakfast is unusual and delicious. We had one about three months ago and as we were in the area today went in specially. Avocado,..."
Pam Tuthill
"Stumbled upon this lovely cafe after a blustery walk with our granddaughter. The cafe was clean and value for money, the staff were friendly and..."
alan alanewebb@hotmail.co.uk
"Very nice place. We just had coffee, it was very nice and a reasonably..."
kev hazel
"great coffee every time , good food and Really lovely helpful staff you must try it next time you're in..."
Philip Hegarty
"Lovely, friendly cafe selling delicious, good quality food and drinks at a great..."
Tammy Saunders
"Staff always lovely, food very good, and price is very..."
john tapsfield
Bateman's Tower Cafe
Bateman's Tower Cafe
91/100 (273 ratings)
Restaurants
Cafe
British
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
British
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Two Scoop of Ice Cream
Hot Dog
Sausage
Salad
Coleslaw
Toasts
Ice Cream
Paninis
english breakfast
Sandwiches
Sausage roll
Burger
Sit down
Café
British
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Cash Only
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"We had breakfast there yesterday the food was really nice and the staff were very helpful and friendly will b coming bk soon would recommend this..."
Linda Jane Slasor
"Love this seafront cafe been coming here for years your always guaranteed great food friendly staff beautiful view and the best breakfast in..."
Gary T J Hodge
"Always a must when visiting Brightlingsea! Excellent service, good quality food at a very reasonable..."
Michael Ballard
"Great little place to eat. Quality food at reasonable rates served quickly with fantastic views. What more could you ask..."
Dave Middleton
"First class food First class service First class view First class..."
Christine Walker
"Lovely cafe. Superb menu and so accommodating of any dietary needs, along with super friendly staff! If only someone could donate them a few more..."
Bee Brent
"Fabulous family friendly and fun - the best view in..."
Julie Taylor-Lange
"We always get food from there when at Brightlingsea beach, very friendly, nice,well cooked food, and it shows by how busy it always is..."
Bruce Seaton
"Lovely cafe and staff. We had the slushy with ice cream my boys loved them...."
Gill Burrell
"Great staff, great service & great food, love this place..."
Lisa Brown
"Excellent coffee, and food when we have eaten there, and always a smile and a nice word. Best ice cream in..."
Shirley Drake
"Very friendly and polite staff, food was lovely and will definitely be going..."
Fred Gibby
"Best cafe in brightlingsea by far a must visit..."
Darren Bradwell
"Fantastic breakfast , fantastic location, lovely staff, only downside is eating outside, great in good weather! Few seats inside. Open all year..."
Jan Evers
"great place to meet and eat at batemans tower..."
Steve Sayer
"Friendly service, piping hot coffee and one of the best views in..."
Kate Miller
"Lovely place for evening walk & sunsets, reflection..."
ABDULLA ALMESLEH
"Lovely place for a short drive, nice play area for kids, with public toilets and car..."
Joy Jacob Thomas
"Bateman's Tower is the local landmark unique to Brightlingsea & clearly visible from across the water in Point Clear & East Mersea. The design of the..."
Roy Barclay
"Nice view's, Tower & small tea room, Steep step access to beach. Pay & display car..."
John tanner
"Beautiful little spot all year round. Perfect for summer fun and a great crabbing spot too. Cafe nearby is amazing. What more could you..."
Mark Jones
"The tower isn’t open for public visits. BUT it is iconic in this area and Brightlingsea. It's a beautiful place to come when the sun sets. During..."
Phil Hearing
"It's a tower owned by one of the sailing clubs. Not the greatest attraction in Essex, so don't know why it has a Google listing of its own. I guess..."
David
"Nice place to see a sunset and..."
Tony Lopez
"A historic grade 2 listed tower, its not massive but something a bit different. Used by yacht club for start / finish of races. According to the note..."
Andrew Cartwright
"Such a lovely place, there is nothing to hate about it. The fresh air, the peace and..."
Mohtasim Hasan
Coach House Coffee Shop
Coach House Coffee Shop
90/100 (1408 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
British
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Banana split
Coconut cake
Smoked Salmon
Lobster
Salad
Artichoke Houmous Pickled Slaw Salad Flatbreadne
Baguette
Sandwiches
Ice Cream
Burger
Cakes
Paninis
"Nice little shop - sells food and drink, great for when we needed a cup of tea / coffee! Has a few little benches outside to sit down and chill. On..."
Andrew Cartwright
"Hidden gem! Custom Roll Mop and Potato salad. Best Coffee and Essex tea. Great friendly service. Been coming here for several years and cannot fault..."
Andy White
"Love visiting the Waterside Deli, owner is friendly, knowledgeable and..."
Debby Rae
"Been twice now and both times, the food was delicious.. On our first visit we had an English breakfast, best we had in ages! Second time we ordered..."
Mr P
"Went in this morning greeted by 3 smiling faces and a lovely warm clean eating area. Ordered our food it arrived after a short wait and was probably..."
Paul Wilks
"I haven't been to Brightlingsea for years and was stunned to see the waterside developments with grand-looking apartments overlooking the tidal..."
stephen clarkson
"Very welcoming, excellent menu - particularly as it is not a huge eatery. Enjoyed the Open Omlettes as a light lunch. Will come again to this..."
David Medcraft
"As said before...a hidden gem !! Lovely food and a lovely welcome.ive called in many times over the last 2 years.very cosy /friendly in the winter..."
Lynda Leeder
"Lovely coffee, lovely cake , polite and friendly service. Nice environment. Highly recommended! Also very reasonably..."
Alice Hollands
"Not been for a while but still very good, Good to see vegan options, nice touch with the 10p off take away Coffee as well if you use your own travel..."
Carl Lewis
"Best place to eat in Brightlingsea! Love the fresh food, friendly staff and atmosphere. Oh and it's clean! Don't need to see the scores on the doors,..."
Sue Baynes
"A group of us have started to go here, nice atmosphere, the cake and scones are to die for. Staff are friendly too, always a..."
Diane Harker
"Cosy and lovely place to stop for a cuppa and cake after a walk. The scones are so delicious and fair..."
Cristina Bell
"Not bad - stopped off here for a bite to eat after walking the dog. Food was good, but didn't manage to try any of them lovely looking cakes..."
Benjamin Gale
"This is my favourite place to eat in Brightlingsea! There are always vegan options and the food is always delicious and fresh. I would highly..."
Juki Lee
"Good food and service. Even has a couple of vegan items. Often go there for lunch or a quick coffee and..."
Roy Weaver