The Best Cafes in Broadwindsor, Dorset, United Kingdom (2025)

I'd earmarked this place for our visit to Bridport and on the day we went it was tipping it down with rain and it was packed. There was a queuing system for lunch tables, so we waited in line and watched with interested as the chefs plated up in the open kitchen. Service was efficient, friendly, and the menu is full of interesting options, plus loads for vegans (which we both are). We opted for the split pea hummus, soup, and chocolate & hazelnut buckwheat slice. All were absolutely divine. There is a little shop at the front selling coffee beans, cakes, jarred bits etc. Wish this place was closer to where we lived, I'd be in there all the time.

The most wonderful of places, discovered by chance as we travelled through Dorset. Desperate for a decent cup of coffee, we were not disappointed. One of the best I've had in a long time, clearly made with love by a talented barista. So good we stayed for lunch, and, again we're blown away with the quality of the food and the attentive team. We will be back, it's too good to pass by! Absolute gem of an eatery in a sea of mediocrity. Thanks for making our long journey special, with some joyous memories of Bridport!

Excellent brunch! We stopped by on a long drive from Cornwall to Brighton for brunch and loved this cafe. A great space with more room at the back so bigger than you initially think. Good coffee and great brunch options - plenty of vegetarian ones too. Service was very friendly. A super convenient stopping point too as only 3 mins off of the A road and with a car park just across the road.

Excellent food and service and the owner went above and beyond. Soulshine was recommended to us for a great place to have lunch. They had a great selection on the menu but at the time, I was unable to eat any carbs or sugar(nightmare customer, I know) due to a current health problem. The owner who was also serving us, recommended the salad but I was tempted by the meatballs, which unfortunately came with potatoes. So I opted for the salad as suggested. All of a sudden the owner came back to our table and said "would you like me to add a couple of meatballs to your salad" to which I was over the moon. The food came out promptly and it was delicious!! He didn't have to do that for me so it was very kind of him to go out of his way and to accommodate me. My mum and her partner had marmalade on sourdough which they said was very nice too and the coffees were excellent. Next time we are back in Bridport, we will definitely be back. Highly recommended for a chilled out atmosphere and rustic homemade style food. Thank you.

What an excellent find! This cafe is clean, modern and comfortable and serves great quality delicious snacks and drinks. I had a mouthwatering panini and was served in a very friendly manner. The coffee was great too. Highly recommend a visit. I will definitely be back.

Great coffee, pastries & sandwiches. Friendly staff.

Popped in for coffee with friends. It is run by a Master Baker and the photos of his cakes were amazing. If we get to move here, this would become a regular haunt.

Fantastic restaurant. Fantastic location on WestBay Beach. We had a Sunday roast which was so tender and tasty. Thank you. We will be back.

Superb restaurant and perfect location. If you're fond of sand dunes, and salty air, quaint little villages everywhere..... IYKYK. Food is always great, service spot on.

Delicious fish & chips! Big cocktail menu. Great location right by the water.

A wonderful lunch, we all decide to have the daily specials. All were delicious, great value for money and we had three dogs with us and the staff could not have been more friendly or accommodating. They bring you complimentary biscuits for the dogs.

This weekend was our first meal out this year! Such a lovely place. Lots of space. Great views. And of course fab food. We had the Green Pasta and Summer plate. Service was wonderful as well.

We were served by Ruby- absolutely amazing service and wonderful food! Catered to non-standard allergens with kindness and respect! We had the confit tomatoes with feta and the autumn salad, would recommend both for anyone visiting. We didn’t get the chance to try the pear frangipane, which we would love to visit to try again.

4.2 is very harsh for the amazing food we ate! Keep cooking like this and you won’t be that for long! Had the Sprung Salad with chicken (thanks for accommodating) and it was one of the best salads I’ve eaten out. Beautiful balance of nuts, leaves asparagus and feta. Really impressive thanks again 👍🏼

Brilliant find, not just an amazing restaurant for lunch but great place to visit for the art gallery, gift shop and deli counter. Forgot to take photos of our food.

We had the Goats Cheese Toastie on Sourdough with Chips. It tasted delicious and fresh too. Lovely ambience near the church too.

Such a lovely place! Extremely friendly & welcoming staff 😍 Excellent coffees & delicious cakes, including great vegan options 😋 Many thanks! Highly recommended 😊

Number 9 on the Green - Wimborne Sat 1st June - Lunch Very nice ! Great service....directly opposite Wimborne Minster in glorious sunshine !! Great food too..... Thanks Julian & Amanda

Camping at Freshwater holiday park, a 20 minute walk to visit this gem of a place. Busy and bustling restaurant, great menu, food was outstanding and the service was great too. Dog friendly aswell, all in all, will definitely be returning soon.

We arrived at 11.20, just in time to order breakfast. We were lucky to get the table on the edge of the 'tent' overlooking the beach. Despite being quite busy we received very efficient service. The food arrived within 15- 20 min, then our hot drinks. We had 3 x full English and egg Benedict on muffin with bacon. Everyone enjoyed it. The only nuisance were a few wasps but not a lot to spoil our experience.

Came here today, after walking from our campsite at Graston Copse through Burton Bradstock village. A warm welcome by a member of staff & shown to our outside table for 4 with 3 dogs. Our waitress took our drinks order & returned after a few minutes to take our food order. She was very friendly and attentive, giving time for a chat despite being extremely busy. Wait for our food was minimal and when it arrived it was hot, tasty & well presented. Back ground music was pleasant, giving the Mediterranean feeling due to the sunshine. Wouldn't hesitate in returning if we are in the area again .... thank you.

This is a well loved beach cafe which has beautiful scenic views, it is very popular and rightly so. The menu is mainly fish and seafood dishes. However, they do a smashing full English breakfast up to 11.30 am. I will post pics. This dog friendly beach cafe has a carpark close by, but if you choose to walk along the cliff top path or the lower paths, you will walk within the most beautiful scenery. This is a totally table service venue, so once you are seated, you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the view. Prices are reasonable.

We needed a pit stop to empty our bladders and grab a coffee and drove past this place. Toilets were clean and pleasant to use and we picked up the most delicious home made cake. A bit pricey at £2.50 but my god was it worth it! The best cake I've had in ages! The lady that served us was polite and friendly and we didn't have to wait long at all. Definitely worth a visit if you need a snack and toilet break when on the road

I stayed here overnight in my car camper and felt safe. I have a bacon and cheese wrap, a toasted tea cake and a latte, it was over £11. Apparently it's closing down as the council want it for themselves and will be gating it off.