The Well Coffee Lounge
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About The Well Coffee Lounge
The Well Coffee Lounge is a cafe in Bournemouth, set in the Royal Arcade among vintage shops. The interior is quirky and retro, with art on display, open space and natural light. Coffee is made from a blend of beans by the baristas, and the drinks list also covers tea, smoothies, milkshakes and fresh orange juice. The food menu runs from a Full English breakfast to a tuna mayo jacket potato served with coleslaw, salad and crisps, and a homemade cake selection sits alongside. Orders are paid for at the counter. Regulars can collect on a loyalty card system for drinks.
Good to know
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention full english breakfast, homemade cakes and scones, smoothies and milkshakes and bacon roll.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention full english breakfast, homemade cakes and scones, smoothies and milkshakes and bacon roll.
Customer Review Summary
Breakfast is the main draw at The Well, with the full English, an omelette and a bacon roll described as tasty, generous in portion and made with quality ingredients. One reviewer's mother called the bacon roll one of the best she had eaten. Close behind are the coffee and tea, called delicious, along with homemade soup, scones and cake, smoothies and milkshakes, and a tuna mayo jacket potato with a mug of tea. A fresh orange juice also gets a mention. Reviewers repeatedly describe friendly, welcoming staff and a quirky, retro, homely space with natural light and art on display, suited to reading a book or meeting in a big group. Several call it a community meeting place. The one practical remark is that it is a bit tricky to find in the Royal Arcade, near vintage shops and the beach. No real complaints come up. Reviewers also mention a loyalty card for drinks and paying at the counter.
Customer Review Summary
Breakfast is the main draw at The Well, with the full English, an omelette and a bacon roll described as tasty, generous in portion and made with quality ingredients. One reviewer's mother called the bacon roll one of the best she had eaten. Close behind are the coffee and tea, called delicious, along with homemade soup, scones and cake, smoothies and milkshakes, and a tuna mayo jacket potato with a mug of tea. A fresh orange juice also gets a mention. Reviewers repeatedly describe friendly, welcoming staff and a quirky, retro, homely space with natural light and art on display, suited to reading a book or meeting in a big group. Several call it a community meeting place. The one practical remark is that it is a bit tricky to find in the Royal Arcade, near vintage shops and the beach. No real complaints come up. Reviewers also mention a loyalty card for drinks and paying at the counter.
Featured reviews
- Rachel Ashley
“What a gorgeous retro cafe I found in the Royal Arcade. Really pretty decor, cosy furniture, delightful young people serving...a tuna mayo jacket potato, coleslaw, salad and crisps with a steaming mug of tea for £9.50. Perfectly charming!”
- Jen Hurley Dugdale
“Nice calm environment with lots of natural light. Lovely staff, huge portions, food and drinks really tasty. I was a third of the way through my omelette before I remembered to take a photo! They have a loyalty card system for drinks.”
- Safe and Sound Dorset
“Not just coffee and cake! The Well has an amazing welcoming atmosphere. Everyone feels comfortable and is treated with respect and warmth. Great food, simple but delicious and the smoothies and milkshakes are delicious!”
- Julia Currington
“Had a really fantastic brunch here after stumbling across it by chance. Thank you so much - my mum said it’s one of the best bacon rolls she’s ever had! Will certainly be back :)”
- Aleksandra S
“What a wonderful place with homely feel. Great , open space. Quirky interior. Delicious coffee and tea. Very nice and fresh food. Good place to read a book or meet in a big group with family or friends! Staff are always friendly!”
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
- Closed
Highlights
“The Well Coffee Lounge is the new hub in the Royal Arcade in Boscombe to unwind and relax with a coffee made with a quality blend of beans by friendly, experienced baristas.”
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Good for kids
- Cozy
- Onsite services
Show more amenities
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Dessert
- Solo dining
- Good for working on laptop
- Restroom
- Dining options· 3
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Highlights· 1
- Great tea selection
- Crowd· 1
- Groups
- Atmosphere· 1
- Casual
- Accessibility· 1
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Location
Cafes near The Well Coffee Lounge
- Santa Cruz Cafe4.31340.1 mi£1–15Delivery
pastéis de nata, coffee, coxinha
- Cappuccino's4.41970.1 mi£1–15Outdoor seating
soft play area, english breakfast, cappuccino and coffee
- Wild Boscombe4.8920.2 miOutdoor seatingVegetarian optionsVegan options
bunny chow, coffee, vinyl records to play
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Well Coffee Lounge | 4.750 | — | £1–10 | full english breakfast, homemade cakes and scones, smoothies and milkshakes |
| Santa Cruz CafeDelivery | 4.3134 | 0.1 mi | £1–15 | pastéis de nata, coffee, coxinha |
| Cappuccino'sOutdoor seating | 4.4197 | 0.1 mi | £1–15 | soft play area, english breakfast, cappuccino and coffee |
| Wild BoscombeOutdoor seating · Vegetarian options · Vegan options | 4.892 | 0.2 mi | — | bunny chow, coffee, vinyl records to play |
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