Best Cafes in Hooke, Dorset (2025)

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Top-Rated Cafes & Coffee Shops in Hooke, Dorset

Cuckoos Coffee Bar

3 Pound Ln, Christchurch BH23 1DF, UK

4.8 (424 reviews)
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P: 01202 496802

Good quality food. Presented well hot and tasty. Varied menu. Warm welcome friendly staff. Clean. Probably best to book at busy times there is additional seating outside weather permitting. Accepted our Scottish currency with no problems thank you x

Anonymous - 2 weeks ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Always a good proper pot of tea and a great selection of cakes and bites to eat. Cake portions are very generous and I highly recommend the Dorset apple cake.

Anonymous - 8 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Well, this was a surprise and a pleasant one to boot. This is a golden nugget in Christchurch. The tea we had was very good and the cake my wife had was lovely. Everywhere else we tried had teeny tiny tray bake cakes "one bite and it is gone" but Cuckoo's have proper cake slices. And I found it very good value for money.

Anonymous - 2 weeks ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Whenever I come down to Christchurch to visit my grandmother, I pass by Cuckoos to buy their takeaway cream tea sets so I can have tea with her. The scones here are absolutely delicious and my grandmother and I always look forward to sharing them. Thank you Cuckoos for making these special moments possible!

Anonymous - 9 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

We’ve been a few times for breakfast and always amazing food. You wouldn’t leave hungry. High quality food and really substantial portion sizes. It’s great to have a different choice for breakfast. We’ve tried Spanish eggs, Scottish breakfast and avocado on toast. All delicious!

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Delivery
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Travelodge Christchurch - 43m away
  • M&S Simply Food - 69m away
  • Waitrose & Partners - 105m away
  • Saxon Square Shopping Centre - 89m away
  • The Regent - 192m away
The Green Yard

4-6 Barrack St, Bridport DT6 3LY, UK

4.8 (456 reviews)
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P: 01308 459466

Found by chance when perusing the menu of a more expensive establishment. Inside was too busy for nine of us but in the small yet quaint courtyard we managed to shuffle a few tables together to accommodate our needs. The food was delicious and reasonably priced... the pot of tea was enormous and required a strong arm to lift and pour! The staff were very friendly especially one gentleman in particular who instigated much banter. Would definitely visit again... highly recommended.

Anonymous - 4 weeks ago

Rating: 5 / 5

excellent venue , clean and well presented . i always check the toilet , spotless. the food is great and the atmosphere is fantastic. we have booked for christmas . thank you for going out your ti help us mike. see you all soon

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

A very warm welcome, great menu and friendly staff. The food was excellent.

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Absolutely fabulous. Beautiful home made Dorset Apple Cake. Strong and tasty Latte. Staff are wonderful, friendly and Caring. I will be back. Thank you. ❤️❤️🌻🌻

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

On a recent trip to Bridport we were introduced to the Green Yard. Great coffee, fabulous food (generous portions) and wonderful friendly service. We went back 3 times! Highly recommended!

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  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • The Tiger Inn - 26m away
  • Olive Tree - 27m away
  • The Bull Hotel, Bridport - 133m away
  • Lord Nelson Hotel - 48m away
  • Coffee#1 Bridport - 103m away
The Board House

1A Church St, Crewkerne TA18 7HR, UK

4.9 (60 reviews)

P: 01460 419390

UPDATE: Since I wrote the review below, Board Cafe have started doing food, and it is excellent. The sourdough pizzas are among the best we've had anywhere. You're here for the games, and they have a super selection of quality games in very good condition. You want to be guided in how to play new ones, and the staff are genuine enthusiasts and generous in the help they offer. You'll sustain yourself with decent drinks at a good price, and they've got that covered - the coffee is barista quality, and friends who like that sort of thing said they love the milkshakes. There are alcoholic treats, too ... perhaps for customers who aren't as competitive as us! They are building a kitchen upstairs to do food in future, and in the meantime they have been inventive with the cake selection and snack menu. We got the "three bowls for £5" offer this time - sour jelly sweets, chocolate buttons and Doritos, which helps create a party atmosphere. We've been here with a group of 10, twice in a group of 4 and today as a couple, and each time we've had a great experience (see picture of Wingspan, a lovely game based on the idea of building a bird reserve). Book your table in advance - this is a very popular place.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Had a lovely relaxed Saturday afternoon eating tasty food, discovering new games and drinking a very tasty milkshake! Good vegan options (I'm dairy free so always look out for them!) and friendly staff. Will definitely be back 😊

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Great experience learning some new games with the staff speeding up the process by explaining the basic rules to us. Incredibly delicious pizzas - classic options like pepperoni and BBQ chicken and other more unique ones such as Mediterranean and spinach and mushroom. Booking is a must as it's a very popular venue and 3 hours is recommended as the time flies!!

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

This was an incredibly fun and entertaining experience. They have every board game you could possibly want from quick casual games to prolonged involved experiences. The food is also good and sold at very reasonable prices. I can wholeheartedly endorse this location and I will be returning in the future.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Beer
  • Children' Menu
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • The Crooked Swan - 29m away
  • Lidl - 75m away
  • Waitrose & Partners - 176m away
  • The George Hotel - 52m away
  • Crewkerne Aqua Centre, Gym and Studio - 226m away
Tangerine

2 North St, Beaminster DT8 3DZ, UK

4.8 (37 reviews)

P: 01308 281110

Fantastic find. Quirky, friendly & good value. Try it! We saw a sign to the Gallery in the market square in Beaminster and I popped down the road for a look as the pub we had intended to visit had just stopped food service. I am so glad we did find the Tangerine Gallery & Cafe. The place is a maze of small individual rooms, so social distancing is no problem. My wife and I chose to eat in the lovely cottage garden. Again, there is a choice of places to sit - we chose the hexagonal summer house. The staff were very friendly and, just as it says on the menu, everything is prepared fresh. The raspberry milk shake was bursting with fresh raspberries. We both chose the pork stir fry (good value at £7.90) and everything tasted crisp and fresh. We liked it so much that we took two slices of their lovely Dorset Apple Cake and Marmalade Bread Pudding away with us. Being a gallery, there were paintings and craft works for sale as well. We chose a new mascot for our caravan. If you are in the area, I really recommend the Tangerine Cafe.

Anonymous - 2 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Adorable little café with a few vegan option in the small village of Beamister, the café itself is very cozy with different rooms and a lovely garden (it was winter when we visited so we enjoyed the garden from inside), the kitchen is visible so it feels like a family gathering. Service was very attentive and helpful. We had the vegan Sunday roast and the toast with creamed corn, both very good.

Anonymous - 3 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Visited the Tangerine Cafe yesterday for the first time on our way down to West Bay (a short hop). The cafe is a perfect haven of calm with a cosy coffee shop, light and quiet orangery and a beautiful tea garden. There are also books and art work for sale. The food is varied, original and very tasty. We each had something different and really enjoyed the coconut peanut butter French toast and lovely fresh strawberries, Greek salad, scrambled eggs, French toast and bacon. The coffee is very good indeed. Sue, Chris and the team were very welcoming and we will definitely be back soon.

Anonymous - 2 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

An amazing cafe just off the picturesque Beaminster square! Superb homemade food, good sized portions, and delicious coffee. The hosts are lovely, and this is a must visit cafe if you are in the area!

Anonymous - 3 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

This was a spur of the moment stop to break up a long journey home and we are so glad we did. The cafe itself has been beautifully designed with beautiful garden and interesting local artwork. The menu was fantastic and had specials that changed daily (I loved the bubble and squeak and poached egg) and it was so lovely to be able to see in the kitchen. It also had really good glueten free options. The owners were incredibly friendly and chatty and made us feel really welcome.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Brunch
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • The Red Lion - 32m away
  • Salon on the Square Aveda Clarins Beaminster - 33m away
  • Brassica Restaurant - 96m away
  • The Greyhound Inn - 51m away
  • The Ollerod - 111m away
The Old Brewery Cafe and Kitchen

The Old Brewery, Rd, Wyke Rd, Gillingham SP8 4NW, UK

4.8 (511 reviews)
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P: 01747 442164

It's a nice clean cafe with a difference. It's full of motorbikes, but this doesn't stop a wide spectrum of people using it, from senior ladies having brunch to bikers all getting on well together, the service and food is great aswell. Fully enjoyed my stop there.

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely breakfast. I'm no food snob but you can tell quality ingredients in a fry-up. My photo might look a bit tomato heavy (yum) but I asked to swap out the mushrooms (yuk) which was no problem. Good service and very friendly staff. Lots of interesting bikes to look at too.

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Mixed experience at The Old Brewery. The service was very good, quick and friendly and the coffee was good although the large Americano seemed to be just a single shot with extra water rather than 2 shots (it wasn’t very strong). The Brewery breakfast tasted really good for something which came too quickly to have been cooked to order and unfortunately this was evident with the eggs in particular which looked like they had been sitting under heat lamps for a while. Overall the quality of the food was very good just a shame it wasn’t cooked to order.

Anonymous - 10 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely breakfast and initial service let down sadly when we asked for additional hot drinks to be told by the young man waiter it would take ages to make them so we didn’t bother. Been a while since we’ve been here and may be a while until we come back again after today sadly.

Anonymous - 2 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Just a quick coffee stop to the new look Cafe...much more space now in the showroom space, so now can easily seat larger groups. Lots of different areas to be seated in..staff are very friendly and helpful and the food and drink are always great at very reasonable prices... always on my list of favourites for a ride, coffee or breakfast..👍

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • The Dog House - 126m away
The Feed Station

Sandy Hole, Merriott TA16 5QR, UK

4.8 (364 reviews)
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P: 01460 271598

Fantastic staff, nice menu with good range and plenty of gluten free options. Well worth a visit.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

The feed station team did an amazing job with hosting my mums surprise 60th Birthday, Amanda and Chris were super helpful and were very accommodating to what I wanted. The food was delicious and the Venue beautiful, they made a beautiful birthday cake especially for the occasion decorated to how I wanted with flowers. Thank you for doing such a wonderful job, I would highly recommend and will be back again soon!

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

A lovely small cafe, lots of seating inside and a menu full of delicious things! The service was great and food didn’t take too long to arrive. Would definitely recommend.

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

A lovely little cafe for breakfast / brunch! Lots of options on the menu to cater for all needs. Good coffee and very friendly staff too. It was lovely to be able to bring my doggy inside who very much enjoyed the treats he was given! We will definitely be back.

Anonymous - a week ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Visited today for the first time and it exceeded my expectations! The layout is comfortable and it has a really cosy atmosphere. The staff were all friendly and helpful. The menu options were varied and prices very reasonable. The food came out quickly and was presented really well. Great portion sizes too! Very delicious and would highly recommend!

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • The Kings Head - 262m away
  • Merriott Service Station - 449m away
  • Merriott Village Hall - 468m away
  • Merriott Social Club - 492m away
  • Texaco - 448m away
Down The Beach

Burlington Chine, Swanage BH19 1LS, UK

4.8 (123 reviews)
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P: 07799 115158

A food stall at the end of the beach, about a 5min walk. Outdoor seating but sometimes not enough as it gets busy, beware of the gulls!! A great view out over the beach & water. We had a bit of wait because they were flat out. It provides breakfasts up to 11am but you can still buy baguettes. Usual hot n cold drink, & other food, not cheap but you’re paying for the location.

Anonymous - 6 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Highly recommend! Wide variety of burgers, seafood, and bites, as well as beers and local ciders available. Beware their hot food service ends at 3pm but if you're a few minutes late they're really nice and can make select menu items. Loved the chicken burger here after finishing a long hike from Studland

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Had a nice egg baguette and a coffee. Unfortunately a seagull got half of it! A warning would have been nice, but the gull enjoyed it eating it in front of me.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Good food, great location just be aware of seagulls! I wasn't but when half my burger was eaten by one it was replaced free of charge which was very nice. :)

Anonymous - 8 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Perfect breakfast experience. Very nice staff. Great food. Couldn’t be better

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Brunch
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Dog Friendly
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Grand Hotel - 116m away
  • The Pines Hotel - 148m away
  • Swanage Haven Boutique Guest House - 214m away
  • The Cabin - 157m away
  • Crows Nest Inn - 302m away
The View Coffee Shop Milton Abbas Dorset

Sports Club, Hoggens Down, Milton Abbas, Blandford Forum DT11 0BB, UK

5.0 (61 reviews)

P: 07774 533883

Lovely little coffee shop with amazing views, very friendly staff. Would highly recommend.

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

We came here for breakfast for my mum's birthday and it did not disappoint! The ingredients are of the highest quality, everything was cooked perfectly and the coffee was great. We were a table of 7 adults and a highchair, and the service was incredibly friendly and professional. The outdoor tables with a view were a perfect way to finish our morning with a coffee and a cannoli. Thank you so much for your hospitality, we look forward to returning soon!

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Fabulous! One of the best coffee stops for cyclists in this corner of Dorset. We're always made very welcome. Great service, great coffee and a lovely selection of food. Great coffee and pastries. A lovely friendly atmosphere, I keep meaning to visit when I'm not on a bike.

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Great coffee, excellent gluten-free treats and the most cheerful service you could ever hope to receive. Top marks all round!

Anonymous - 6 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Great place to chill and enjoy fresh local food.Served by friendly staff. Amazing views across the Purbecks and Poole Harbour. Worth the drive for a wee bit of Dorset and peace🎉❤️😁

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Hambro Arms - 428m away
  • Woodland Views - 391m away
The Beach Hut Cafe

7 Cliff Dr, Christchurch BH23 4EP, UK

4.6 (1,000 reviews)
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P: 01425 275378

Splendid hidden gem 💎 Stopped off for a fish finger wrap and my wife had 3 scrambled eggs on brown toast, both delicious and well presented with a smile. Perfect sea view just tops everything off.we will be back to get our steps in.

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

We stopped here close to closing time and the staff were great. They offered us the snacks we wanted and prepared them with no fuss. The food was great and the coffee was very nice. If you are here on the beach or just passing, stop here for a bite or drink.

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Excellent cafe on the promenade of Avon Beach between Mudeford and Highcliffe. Good varied menu at reasonable prices. All cooked to order so there can be a wait at busy times. Seating inside and out.

Anonymous - 7 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

We had the Friars Breakfast, I have a gluten intolerance and was very pleased that I could have everything that my husband had, with GF sausage & toast. It was all well cooked & nicely presented. Good value for money and a super view of the Isle of Wight. Will definitely be back.

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Stopped off here for breakfast mid walk. Freshly cooked full English served up by friendly, attentive staff. Sipped on a freshly ground coffee, looking out the picture window, watching the world go by. Very relaxing. Outside seating too, when the weather's kinder and there are less seagulls.. Takeaway available too + ice cream on offer

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Brunch
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Steamer Point Car Park - 223m away
  • Southcliffe Road Car Park - 239m away
  • Sandpiper - 469m away
  • Avon Beach Bed & Breakfast - 464m away
  • China At Lee’s - 488m away
The Barn Cafe Dorset

The Barn Cafe Dorset, Bere Farm, Lytchett Matravers, Poole BH16 6ER, UK

4.7 (1,313 reviews)
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P: 01202 900131

We had the Halloumi Wrap and the Roasted Veg. Hummus Avocado Baguette. Both were delicious. Nice setting and a large menu generally with some more vegan options such as the Butternut Squash Soup. Good pricing too and service.

Anonymous - 8 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Wonderful cafe! Delicious food and drink. Menu and specials board full of yummy food. Warm enough to sit outside too. Lots of seating. Really great barn conversion too. Service was lovely. Definite recommend

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

I have been before but my friend had not and we both enjoyed our lunch. She was impressed with the choice of food and teas/coffees and loved the ambience. My rarebit was tasty and she said her fish quiche was delicious but a very generous portion that she couldn't finish. Staff were helpful, friendly and attentive without being overbearing. We will certainly be back.

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Amazing food, highly recommend the halloumi wrap or the quiche. Friendly staff although service was a little slow, however it was busy so to be expected to an extent. Great value for money on food and drink choices and lovely cosy atmosphere. Recommend a visit for an authentic Dorset countryside experience

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

An incredible hidden gem! Staff were so helpful and friendly. Having a large booking they rang the day before to confirm brought over extra chairs when required as well. The food was incredible the portions don’t look big but I left so full and having had the best time! The dishes were so aesthetically pleasing to the eye and had one of the best afternoon teas I’ve had. Only criticism is for the scones more jam and cream required on the afternoon teas but it was still delicious nonetheless.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Cocktails
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • WhitePepper Chef Academy - 0m away
  • The Old Piggery Garden Centre - 42m away
  • Stoneaudio - 442m away
  • O'Haras Solicitors - 439m away

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