
The Brew Cafe
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Quick info
About The Brew Cafe
The Brew Cafe is a family-run cafe in Bournemouth, on Christchurch Rd at number 891, serving a modern British and European menu. A specials board changes through the week, with dishes such as haddock gratin with roasted vegetables, sea bream and lamb shoulder, and the kitchen cooks each order fresh on site from local ingredients. A cooked breakfast is also served. The space is small and built around a counter, and a jug of water with orange slices comes to the table at no charge. Dogs are welcome.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree street parking · Parking
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs · Kids' menu
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention avocado smoked salmon sourdough, specials board, cooked breakfast and haddock gratin.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention avocado smoked salmon sourdough, specials board, cooked breakfast and haddock gratin.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often return for the breakfast, singling out the avocado, smoked salmon and poached eggs on sourdough with a generous side salad, and a cooked breakfast with particularly delicious eggs. Close behind is the ever-changing specials board, where diners praise the haddock gratin with roasted vegetables, the sea bream and the lamb shoulder with mint gravy. Others mention a southern chicken burger with bacon and cheese, a strawberry cheesecake with ice cream, carrot and coriander soup with cheese on toast, and a green tea. Reviewers describe the food as fresh, cooked to order and of restaurant quality at cafe prices, with generous portions and good value. The family running the place and the lady at the counter are called friendly and welcoming, even when busy. The one complaint is that it felt quite warm, even hot, inside. One reviewer notes that a jug of complimentary water with orange slice arrived at the table.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often return for the breakfast, singling out the avocado, smoked salmon and poached eggs on sourdough with a generous side salad, and a cooked breakfast with particularly delicious eggs. Close behind is the ever-changing specials board, where diners praise the haddock gratin with roasted vegetables, the sea bream and the lamb shoulder with mint gravy. Others mention a southern chicken burger with bacon and cheese, a strawberry cheesecake with ice cream, carrot and coriander soup with cheese on toast, and a green tea. Reviewers describe the food as fresh, cooked to order and of restaurant quality at cafe prices, with generous portions and good value. The family running the place and the lady at the counter are called friendly and welcoming, even when busy. The one complaint is that it felt quite warm, even hot, inside. One reviewer notes that a jug of complimentary water with orange slice arrived at the table.
Featured reviews
- Agnieszka Kowalska
“Delicious and fresh food, we will be coming back. Hidden gem in Pokesdown. We had beautiful carrot and coriander soup with cheese on toast and avocado, smoked salmon and perfectly poached eggs on freshly toasted sourdough with nicely dressed salad. Also very nice and tasty green tea. Thank you.”
- Darren KEARNS
“Popped in for a mid-week lunch from the ever changing specials board. My wife and I both had the haddock gratin with roasted vegetables and it was superb. Cooked to order, beautiful fresh ingredients and delicious depth of taste and flavour. It would have graced any restaurant. Friendly hosts, great value and just the kind of local cafe restaurant we need to support.”
- claire spiers
“The food is outstanding. High end restaurant quality and presentation at cafe prices!! Always something new on the menu. All freshly cooked on site. By far the best food in boscombe!!”
- Richard K
“Simply the best breakfast in Bournemouth. The small calm space is a treat to come to. The food is delicious and the family that own the business are delightful and take a real pride in the restaurant. The prices are good too. I just love it’s simplicity. I always feel it’s a pleasure to support this place.”
- Graham Brindley
“I had a southern chicken burger with bacon and cheese, fries and coleslaw. Delicious. And strawberry cheesecake with ice cream for afters. Absolutely amazing. A nice jug of complimentary water with orange slice also. I shall definately return here for another meal soon when I go to the beach. Top draw ☆☆☆☆☆”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“Hi we are small and aindependent business we Provid for our customers moden British and European cousine.local and fresh ingredients are used daily”
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Free street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Dogs allowed outside
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Show more amenities
- Good for kids
- Alcohol
- Cozy
- Curbside pickup
- Onsite services
- Beer
- Dining options· 6
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Atmosphere· 1
- Casual
- Offerings· 5
- Coffee
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
- Crowd· 2
- Groups
- Tourists
- Accessibility· 1
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Highlights· 3
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Popular for· 2
- Solo dining
- Good for working on laptop
- Parking· 1
- Parking
- Family-friendly· 2
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Location
Cafes near The Brew Cafe
- Le Munch4.73840.2 mi£10–20Outdoor seatingVegetarian optionsDelivery
full english breakfast, fresh orange juice, eggs royale
- 0.4 mi£1–10
chai lattes, roast dinner, Bad Hand coffee
- The Bake House4.21330.5 mi£1–10Outdoor seatingDelivery
full english breakfast, toasties, coffee
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Brew CafeReservations | 4.8261 | — | £10–20 | avocado smoked salmon sourdough, specials board, cooked breakfast |
| Le MunchOutdoor seating · Vegetarian options · Delivery | 4.7384 | 0.2 mi | £10–20 | full english breakfast, fresh orange juice, eggs royale |
| The Garden Rooms Café | 4.824 | 0.4 mi | £1–10 | chai lattes, roast dinner, Bad Hand coffee |
| The Bake HouseOutdoor seating · Delivery | 4.2133 | 0.5 mi | £1–10 | full english breakfast, toasties, coffee |
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