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About Rock Pool Café/Takeaway
Rock Pool Café/Takeaway is a dog-friendly seaside café at 2 Golf Links Rd in Bideford, where visitors can bring their dogs along and sit upstairs. The breakfast menu includes a build-your-own option for choosing what goes on the plate, alongside a Full English breakfast. Meals can be ordered with chips, or with chips as a side. The café serves coffee with latte art, so a hot drink fits alongside the food.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingPaid parking lot · Paid street parking · Parking
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, restroom, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs · Kids' menu
- DietaryVegan options · Vegetarian options
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention build-your-own breakfast, full english breakfast, vanilla iced cold foam matcha and latte art coffee.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention build-your-own breakfast, full english breakfast, vanilla iced cold foam matcha and latte art coffee.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often return for the breakfast, and the build-your-own option on the menu is the feature they single out, since it lets diners pick exactly what they want rather than paying for items they will not eat. Two reviewers order the large breakfasts, and another praises a full English with chips that were totally delicious. Close behind is the staff, described repeatedly as friendly, helpful and welcoming, with one reviewer noting the same people are always serving and another saying they make a fuss of a dog waiting in a buggy. Drinks also draw mentions, including a Vanilla Iced Cold Foam Matcha and a latte with very pretty art. Several say the food arrives freshly cooked and in good time, and a few call it reasonably priced. The only complaint is one reviewer finding it a bit hot upstairs. Visitors staying nearby also appreciate the takeaway option, and one says it is always a must on their stays.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often return for the breakfast, and the build-your-own option on the menu is the feature they single out, since it lets diners pick exactly what they want rather than paying for items they will not eat. Two reviewers order the large breakfasts, and another praises a full English with chips that were totally delicious. Close behind is the staff, described repeatedly as friendly, helpful and welcoming, with one reviewer noting the same people are always serving and another saying they make a fuss of a dog waiting in a buggy. Drinks also draw mentions, including a Vanilla Iced Cold Foam Matcha and a latte with very pretty art. Several say the food arrives freshly cooked and in good time, and a few call it reasonably priced. The only complaint is one reviewer finding it a bit hot upstairs. Visitors staying nearby also appreciate the takeaway option, and one says it is always a must on their stays.
Featured reviews
- Liam Clarke
“Best breakfast in the area without doubt. Service is always great, very friendly and helpful. Ideal having the takeaway option too! Always a must when we stay nearby. Highly recommended.”
- Lauren Plummer
“Our favourite cafè to visit when we’re in Westward Ho! The staff are all lovely and welcoming always make a fuss of our Frenchie who sits proud of punch in his buggy waiting for the best breakfast in Devon ☺️ Especially love the build your own aspect to the breakfast menu! We have visited several times and every meal/drink has been amazing! Highly recommend 10/10”
- WagwardHo!
“Fabulous staff, always friendly and happy to help. Owners clearly treat their staff well as they are always the same people serving you. Food is served freshly cooked and in really good time. The food is delicious. Family & dog friendly. Would highly recommend. 🤩”
- T5868
“Went 4 Brunch during few days in Westward Ho - Food Delicious & Service with a smile A bit hot upstairs though but overall great experience ,fab varied menu def recommend & return”
- Anne-Marie
“We visit Westward Ho! quite often, but we can’t believe we somehow missed Rock Pool Cafe until now! What a fantastic find. The food was absolutely delicious, the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful and the Vanilla Iced Cold Foam Matcha was amazing — easily one of the best drinks I’ve had in a long time. Thank you so much for such a lovely experience. We will definitely be back on our next visit to Ho!”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“Welcome to Rock Pool Cafe where good food, a warm welcome and a lovely seaside ambience await you. Opening Times Monday - Sunday 9-4 Please note that the kitchen closes one hour before closing time. Please call to book a table 😊or just pop in.”
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Paid parking lot
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
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- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Family-friendly
- Vegan options
- Cozy
- Onsite services
- Dining options· 7
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Offerings· 5
- Coffee
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Facilities· 2
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Atmosphere· 1
- Casual
- Parking· 2
- Paid street parking
- Parking
- Highlights· 3
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Crowd· 2
- Groups
- Tourists
- Family-friendly· 3
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
- Pet-friendly· 2
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
Location
Cafes near Rock Pool Café/Takeaway
- Fremington Quay4.71,9075.8 mi away
cakes, jacket potatoes, prawn baguette
- Puffing Billy Cafe4.61,3306.5 mi awayOutdoor seatingVegetarian optionsVegan options
sunday roast, cooked breakfasts, hand-cut chips
- 7.3 mi away£1–10Vegetarian optionsWi-Fi
green thai curry, hot & sour pork noodles, crispy chicken peanut sauce
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rock Pool Café/TakeawayOutdoor seating · Vegetarian options · Vegan options | 4.71,057 | — | £10–20 | build-your-own breakfast, full english breakfast, vanilla iced cold foam matcha |
| Fremington Quay | 4.71,907 | 5.8 mi away | — | cakes, jacket potatoes, prawn baguette |
| Puffing Billy CafeOutdoor seating · Vegetarian options · Vegan options | 4.61,330 | 6.5 mi away | — | sunday roast, cooked breakfasts, hand-cut chips |
| The Plough CAFE| BAR | BISTROVegetarian options · Wi-Fi | 4.837 | 7.3 mi away | £1–10 | green thai curry, hot & sour pork noodles, crispy chicken peanut sauce |
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