The 1859 Pier Cafe & Bistro
Marine Villas High Street, BH19 2AP - Swanage
·£10–20
Cafe
Seafood
Menu - Popular Dishes
Seafood Basket
Cider
Crab Sandwich
Trio of Fish
Bacon Brie Burger with Side of Onion Rings
Cream Tea
Carrot Cake
Pier Burger
Lunch Time Pinot Grigio
Caramel Shortbread
Fudge Toffee Ice Cream
Aye Aye Captain Kids Meal
Coffee Cake
Fish Plate
Verified Dish
Add Missing Dish
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Outdoor seating
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Takeout
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Dine-in
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Delivery
🍺
Alcohol
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Wine
📅
Reservations
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Wheelchair accessible
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Casual
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Cozy
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Good for groups
👍 Recommended by 7 people
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Including Danielle Cartmel
📊 Popular Times
Not busy
Moderate
Very busy
Contact Information
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Phone:
+44 1929 500387
🌐 Website:
http://swanagepiertrust.com/cafe
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Address:
Marine Villas High Street, Swanage
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Google Reviews ⭐ 4.4/5 (493)
a month ago
Excellent restaurant in fine location, on Swanage pier. Menu had many fish and seafood options, and portions were a perfect size. My trio of fish was delicious. Service was quick
5 months ago
Have been to Swanage for years and have never come here!
Service took a while as it was busy - But they did warn us! Great setting. I …
7 months ago
Popped in for breakfast to get out of the rain and discovered their full English has an option for fried bread so had to try it...
Worth it! …
4 months ago
Possibly the best lunch out we've had in a long time! AMAZING Moules Mariniere and Tuna Melt. Fantastic views and extremely well priced. Would highly recommend.
2 months ago
We are the returning customers as we love the fish dishes but today we've tried their Sunday roast. OMG! One of the best roasts we have ever had! Served beautifully and tasted divine! The service was great and very friendly.
8 months ago
Had a really nice breakfast here with lovely views of the harbour. You don't need to pay to go onto the pier just tell the person at the gate you are going to the cafe. A really nice place to start a great morning.
Features & Services
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Service options
Has outdoor seating
On-site services available
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves healthy options
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Has table service
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has gender-neutral toilets
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Brunch reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Paid parking lot
Plenty of parking
Pets
Dogs allowed
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