
Perch Princes Park
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About Perch Princes Park
Perch Princes Park sits beside the lake in Princes Park, with tables looking out over the water where swans and boats pass through the day. Orders go through a QR code scan-to-order system at the table, with food and drinks brought out once placed. The menu covers breakfast and lunch all day, with poached or fried eggs rather than scrambled, alongside fish and chips, sweetcorn fritters, and pancakes. From 3.30pm on Sundays, the kitchen turns to sharing roasts. Seating stretches between an indoor room and an outside dining area, and it's a walk-in setup with no reservations needed. The venue also hosts private events such as birthday parties. Parking is paid, located across the road next to the beach, with no free stays.
Good to know
“An award-winning family and dog friendly cafe overlooking the lake in Princes Park serving delicious breakfast and lunch all day and our award-winning ultimate sharing roasts from 3.30pm every Sunday”
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, restroom, seating
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention lake/pond views, hot honey sweetcorn fritters, fresh fluffy pancakes and roast dinner.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention lake/pond views, hot honey sweetcorn fritters, fresh fluffy pancakes and roast dinner.
Customer Review Summary
Perch Princes Park draws repeat praise for its brunch dishes, with reviewers singling out freshly made pancakes, described as light and fluffy, and the hot honey sweetcorn fritters with halloumi and avo as standout plates, close behind fish and chips and a well-received Sunday roast dinner. The lakeside setting, overlooking the pond and its swans, is mentioned nearly as often, alongside the easy QR-code or scan-to-order system and coffees like the Spanish latte. Staff are repeatedly called friendly and accommodating, including for a booked birthday party where the team was described as brilliant. The recurring gripe centers on eggs: one diner found them slightly overcooked, while another questioned the poached eggs at nine pounds fifty and was told scrambled or omelette wasn't offered, only poached or fried. A couple of reviewers also note it gets busy enough that booking ahead is advised, though most were still accommodated without one.
Customer Review Summary
Perch Princes Park draws repeat praise for its brunch dishes, with reviewers singling out freshly made pancakes, described as light and fluffy, and the hot honey sweetcorn fritters with halloumi and avo as standout plates, close behind fish and chips and a well-received Sunday roast dinner. The lakeside setting, overlooking the pond and its swans, is mentioned nearly as often, alongside the easy QR-code or scan-to-order system and coffees like the Spanish latte. Staff are repeatedly called friendly and accommodating, including for a booked birthday party where the team was described as brilliant. The recurring gripe centers on eggs: one diner found them slightly overcooked, while another questioned the poached eggs at nine pounds fifty and was told scrambled or omelette wasn't offered, only poached or fried. A couple of reviewers also note it gets busy enough that booking ahead is advised, though most were still accommodated without one.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“Lovely cafe, they have a scan to order barcode on the table which makes ordering even easier. I’d say about 90% of the time I get pancakes from cafes, they taste like they’re out of a packet. The pancakes here looked and tasted freshly made, they were light and fluffy. The breakfast all looked fresh too. All our food was very tasty! The coffees weren’t bad either. I’d definitely come back. There is plenty of space in the cafe and it overlooks the lake which is nice.”
- Google user
“Sat outside with some friends and had a lovely brunch here. The food is unique and absolutely delicious - I had the hot honey sweetcorn fritters with halloumi, avo and poached eggs and it was amazing. Not too expensive, and they have some decent cheaper options like the baps. Coffee was also nice - my friend had the Spanish latte and loved it. It’s self service which actually works really well for the venue. Will definitely be coming back ☺️”
- Google user
“We recently booked The Perch for our mum's 60th birthday party. The service we received leading up to the party and the night of was brilliant. Rosie and her team were so accommodating. The venue is perfect and the views over the pond were fantastic. The food was also a highlight and everyone commented on how nice it was. Would definitely recommend The Perch for a private event.”
- Google user
“I have not been here before, but was recommended by a friend. I must say I was pleasantly surprised with how good it was here. I come from Hastings and our cafe in the park is a bit basic and nothing in comparison to the food here. I had a salad (pic attached) and my mum & son had fish & chips. The food was delicious, atmosphere was great. Service was brilliant and the lovely lady who served us (Vicky) was so attentive to everyone in the restaurant and never stopped smiling. I highly recommend popping in for a drink or lunch.”
- Google user
“Service was great. Staff were friendly. The inside is nice, with a view of the lake, although bit basic on the furniture. The food was great, although eggs slightly overcooked. My wife's meal (photo attached) was amazing. Prices are really good for what you get. We didn't have to wait long for our food. For a table of 2, we waited about 15 minutes before our food was served. The online ordering system does not always tell you if something is out of stock, which is a bit annoying. Overall, I would go back and I can recommend it if you're in the area and looking for a quick bite.”
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
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- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Location
Restaurants near Perch Princes Park
- Bill's Eastbourne Restaurant4.53,9131.2 mi
pancakes, chicken wings, automatic tip added
- Simpsons Chicken3.71066.1 mi away
missing items from order, cold food on arrival, late delivery times
- The Berwick Inn4.51,1137.5 mi away
sunday roast, outdoor children's play area, caesar salad
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Perch Princes ParkWheelchair accessible | 4.61,098 | — | lake/pond views, hot honey sweetcorn fritters, fresh fluffy pancakes |
| Bill's Eastbourne Restaurant | 4.53,913 | 1.2 mi | pancakes, chicken wings, automatic tip added |
| Simpsons Chicken | 3.7106 | 6.1 mi away | missing items from order, cold food on arrival, late delivery times |
| The Berwick Inn | 4.51,113 | 7.5 mi away | sunday roast, outdoor children's play area, caesar salad |
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