The Snug Cafe
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About The Snug Cafe
Bakes named on the counter give The Snug Cafe its shape, a cafe at the Trinity Centre in Eastbourne where cheese scones, coffee cake and teacakes are served alongside the drinks. Breakfast is a core part of the day, with a traditional English breakfast among the plates coming out of the kitchen. Coffee is the standard order and often arrives with a slice of cake, though chai and hot chocolate sit on the drinks list for anyone skipping the coffee. Tables are taken on a walk-in basis rather than by reservation, so you order and settle in as you arrive. A step-free entrance means visitors with mobility needs can get in without help, and seating outside suits anyone who would rather eat in the open air. Dogs are welcome, which makes it workable as a stop mid-walk. The doors open Monday to Saturday during the daytime, with Sundays closed.
Good to know
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- ParkingPaid parking lot · Paid street parking
- AccessibilityWheelchair-accessible entrance · Wheelchair-accessible seating · Wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Good for kidsGood for kids
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention full english breakfast, coffee and cake, best hot chocolate and gluten free cakes.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention full english breakfast, coffee and cake, best hot chocolate and gluten free cakes.
Customer Review Summary
Breakfast is the draw that comes up most, with one group singling out a traditional English breakfast alongside a cheese scone and coffee cake, and others describing an easy, simple menu that suits brunch or a coffee morning. Close behind are the drinks and cakes: one visitor calls the hot chocolate the best they have ever had, another pairs a chai with breakfast, and a teacake with coffee gets a mention on a rainy day. Staff turn up in nearly every account, described as friendly, cheerful, polite and helpful, one party noting they were served by a member of staff on her first day. Several call it a good meet up place, and the room itself is described as modern, clean and well decorated, with a cosy seating area and free WiFi. One first time visitor highlights how clued up the team are on allergies, with gluten free food and cake on offer, and says they highly recommend it.
Customer Review Summary
Breakfast is the draw that comes up most, with one group singling out a traditional English breakfast alongside a cheese scone and coffee cake, and others describing an easy, simple menu that suits brunch or a coffee morning. Close behind are the drinks and cakes: one visitor calls the hot chocolate the best they have ever had, another pairs a chai with breakfast, and a teacake with coffee gets a mention on a rainy day. Staff turn up in nearly every account, described as friendly, cheerful, polite and helpful, one party noting they were served by a member of staff on her first day. Several call it a good meet up place, and the room itself is described as modern, clean and well decorated, with a cosy seating area and free WiFi. One first time visitor highlights how clued up the team are on allergies, with gluten free food and cake on offer, and says they highly recommend it.
Featured reviews
- Jim Larsson
“Just had a quick visit, nice location and staff. Great coffee”
- Brian Stimpson
“Easy, relaxing simple menu, good for brunch or coffee morning. A good meet up place.”
- Denis O’ Rourke
“Lovely food here and well worth a visit to have a coffee and catch up”
- Anthony Hale
“Stopped by for a coffee and cake and was surprised by the cost. It was very reasonable. Nice staff, good restroom facilities. Right opposite a multi story car park where the bays are unbelievably big. 👍”
- Ebs Hepton
“Went here for the first time today, food was lovely, service was great and they’re very clued up on allergies with many gluten free foods and cake on offer! I highly recommend this place!”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
- Closed
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Paid parking lot
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
Show more amenities
- Good for kids
- Casual
- On-site services
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Catering
- Dining options· 6
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Atmosphere· 1
- Cosy
- Highlights· 2
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Crowd· 2
- Groups
- Tourists
- Parking· 1
- Paid street parking
- Pet-friendly· 2
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
- Offerings· 1
- Small plates
- Popular for· 2
- Solo dining
- Good for working on laptop
- Facilities· 1
- Toilet
- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Location
How The Snug Cafe compares to nearby cafes
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The Snug Cafe This shop | Café Nikoletta | Café Continental | Seaside Cafe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.7(210) | 4.8(456) | 4.8(213) | 4.5(354) | |
| Price | ££ | — | £ | £ |
| Distance | — | 0.2 mi | 0.8 mi | 0.9 mi |
| Open today |
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