The Best Cafes in Winchester, Hampshire, United Kingdom (2025)

So impressed with the quality of food. I had biscoff crumb and caramelised banana french toast and my husband had bacon roll but the bacon was like belly pork! All so delicious, latte art is stunning (look on their insta) and the service was great. I hope more people experience this place

Great atmosphere, especially in the back room where you can see the kitchen. Golden hot chocolate was great - sweet honeycomb flavour, light on the chocolate. French toast is sweet, light, and well presented - portion is generous, enough for 2 easily! Bacon sandwich was more like a pork roll with the size, not the normal rashers. All the staff were very friendly. Definitely coming back soon!

We stopped at Kavi Coffee while waiting for a breakfast table elsewhere, and it was a great find! The coffee was excellent ... rich, smooth, and just what we needed for a short stop. Friendly service and a nice atmosphere. Would definitely visit again! ☕

Great new coffee shop! Reasonable prices, good portions and nicely presented coffee! We don’t live in Winchester but when we’ll back we are definitely having a snack at Kavi!! The chicken bacon wrap is superb!

*revised review* 5 stars all around !! Located right next to Winchester train station this modern, aesthetic, zen cafe offers something different to the average coffee house. My chai spiced latte was traditional, presented beautifully and tasted very different to normal powder packaged drinks. I can also highly recommend the mushroom mocha it is sensational and a great bonus to your day.

Super cozy atmosphere and friendly staff was good enough for 5 star but the coffee and pastry we had was delightful too. Highly recommended.

I had the most amazing experience here this morning, I don’t think I’ve found another place like it in Winchester. The food is beautifully presented and full of flavours, the drinks are unique with the cacaos and mushroom blends (not to mention delicious) lastly the service is on point! Its warm, relaxed atmosphere made me want to stay all day. It’s got an alternative feel to the place with all the tropical plants and vibe. I almost felt like I’d escaped the dreary UK and could have been in Costa Rica! Photos of before and after! Thank you team Røst 🫶

I had popped by here in passing and thought it was a sweet little coffee shop. I enjoyed their drinks they had an interesting depth of flavour. However this gem really shinned when I stopped by for brunch, I ordered the Turkish eggs that came with a twist of local honey. This dish was amazing, it had different hits of favourite in each mouthful and was both creamy and rich. I would 100% come back and eat here again. Hats off to your fabulous chef for doing such amazing work especially in such a small space! They have a good range of options for Vegetarian/Vegan.

Had a great experience. My coffee and croissant was served by Mr. Shrey. Customers can always count on him. Approachable nature - sweet and humble.

Excellent customer service yesterday at Pumkin in Winchester Railway Station. Friendly and welcoming from the start. Can recommend picking up a coffee and or snack there.

Very pleasant atmosphere and amazing customer service. I ordered coffee and I was lucky enough to be assisted by a young man by the name of Shrey.... Highly recommend ❤️👌👍

Still love this place...went for my trusted favourite French toast with berry compote and creme freche - delicious. Service was friendly and my dog was well catered for with treats and water brought for her. Cappuccino was great too. Highly recommend.

This is a lovely breakfast place. The food & drinks were delicious, the service very friendly and also I was super happy about the gluten-free options for breakfast. Would always go there again and do strongly recommend.

After years of not quite getting in the door to try Projects, it was recommended to me by a friend so I made a visit for lunch. Turns out it opens up inside to a large, comfortable space with fabulous staff who are always welcoming and kind, fantastic coffee and food, and the Project Zero sustainable refill space and other cool shopping options. It’s now my favourite place in Winchester!

It’s located just in the precinct, plenty of pay parking nearby. During the daytime it’s a. eatery & there are little shops within a shop, plenty of the usual but a lot of quirky things on sale too. We visited on a Friday evening, it was an ‘Open Mike’ night. Plenty of brave souls getting up & playing and singing, all very good & entertaining. The audience are very appreciative & show it with a good support. Get along, the first Friday of the month I believe.

I have been visiting WCR for a couple of years now and can easily say its the best coffee house and provider in the area. I always stop by when in Winchester for their drinks and get my freshly ground coffee from there, the Flat White Blend is my go to, its perfect! However today I went a step further and purchased one of their Refurb Sage Duo Temp Pro espresso machines that they advertise on their FB page and so had to leave a review to say how pleased I am not only with the product but the level of service provided by Billy throughout. All questions were answered immediately and with such enthusiasm and when going in to pick the machine up he talked me through everything and provided superb customer service. It goes without saying that I had to purchase a bag of fresh Flat White blend coffee for the machine whilst there too! Thanks so much for the service and I look forward to using this machine going forward (Replacing my 8year old one!) and keep up the fantastic work you guys do. Much appreciated.

Great selection of tasty coffee ☕ & sweet pastries 🍰 worth making the effort. Dog friendly 🐕 Human friendly too! Had a really nice first visit here 😊 Couple of highlights : The atmosphere is very relaxed and easy going. They've used the space well to be able to have enough seats that it can be busy without being kver crowded. They clearly care about what they do & you can feel the passion behind it.

I did the two-hour home barista course and it was a revelation. Very well led and facilitated, a nice small group and lots of hands-on practice. One of the most educational, interesting and fun things I've done for a long time. Highly recommended.

This place truly is a gem tucked away in an industrial park! We came across this by accident browsing Google maps, and it’s clearly loved by locals as it had a fairly constant flow of people. We had some pour over coffee, and a couple of sweets that which were both delicious. The coffee wasn’t quite to our taste this time so I think I would have appreciated a bit more forwardness in the staff on the kinds of coffee beans they offer at the counter when we ordered, but they gave good advice when we asked about it upon leaving so I’d be happy to come back and try something else. The decor was very eclectic and cozy, though the sound of grinding coffee beans echoes in the warehouse style space - not necessarily a good place for reading or working but definitely a nice trip out. If you’re a coffee fiend and know your stuff you’ll definitely appreciate this place! It’s also dog and kid friendly.

Best lunch I have from Winchester. Love this cafe. Plenty space indoor n outdoor seating but most of time it’s full so better to book in advance. Lucky I got table after 20mins. Enjoyed enough food n service by cool staff. Lovely atmosphere, make u feel fresh

This little cafe near Winchester Cathedral surprised me. It has a few things going for it: Chilled ambience, intimate and compact settings, and prompt low-key service. I ordered the breakfast omelette - containing bacon, sausage, and tomatoes wrapped in an omlette purse. It was sumptuous and substantial, just about moist, without being soggy. Iced mocha is impeccably made. The cafe doesn't try to be fancy, just the basics made well. Love it. ❤️

Only here for some cocktails after a meal else where, the atmosphere was very relaxed, the drinks were good, particular note was Ross, very knowledgeable and attentive. It was a lovely relaxed vibe and I certainly felt very chilled having a couple of cocktails with my wife.

Mum and I visited here for lunch yesterday. She has been before and loved it so wanted to take me. Love the atmosphere here. We shared the cheese peach chutney toastie and the whipped feta on toast. Fab sourdough used. My favourite was the whipped feta on toast. Planning to being the rest of the family for cocktails soon! Thanks :-D

Outstanding! From the attentive staff, to the amazing food they serve, to the wonderful atmosphere that transcends and transports you into a world of love, culture and art. We discovered this piece of gem by pure chance, when exploring the city centre and thought we should try it out, as it looked very interesting when passing through…what a wonderful surprise we’ve had! The best basque cheesecake I’ve tried so far in the UK! The sandwiches they serve are authentic, made with the most delicious home bread ♥️ Just before we left, we had the pleasure to exchange a few thoughts with one of the owners…such a pleasure, such a wonderful spirit It will always now stick with us “the Bloomsbury group and their - “live in squares, paint in circles and love in triangles” Life’s magic is everywhere and in everything !

This is a great place to visit for either breakfast, lunch or just tea and cake. They had great gluten free options and the staff were very careful with the allergy. The staff were really attentive and were happy to help and explain anything the party needed them to. The decor was really cool. We had lunch in the map room which was so interesting and the room took us back in time. The food was delicious and we would definitely visit again.

We went to the Little Kitchen Bistro right after it had had a face lift, and they did a great job! The ambiance is amazing, despite it being a very busy small cafe ,and they even took the styling right through to the bathrooms....an area many cafes/restaurants forget. The service was attentive and, we thought, timely given how busy they were. The food was divine and, if you live in Winchester or are just passing through, you would do yourself a favour by calling in here for a drink and a bite. Once you've eaten, you can also get some Froz ice-cream, which is a treat with so many delicious flavours. For our breakfast, we had Smoked salmon, scrambled egg & avocado on sourdough, and the Fulflood Breakfast - hash brown, two slices of bacon, Cumberland sausage ring, home made baked beans, roasted cherry vine tomatoes, two fried eggs & toast (granary, white or sourdough). The salmon meal was delicious, with a generous serving of salmon, perfectly cooked eggs (which tasted free range) and nicely seasoned avocado...none of that bland mash you get elsewhere! The full breakfast was hearty and very flavourful, with the sausage being super tasty, and the homemade baked beans having an unctuous umami flavour profile.

What a lovely little place! Possibly a little more expensive than some places but worth it. Staff were great and food sublime. We had the main breakfast each and it may seem strange but the best toast ever!!!! Just gorgeous. The whole breakfast was great as were the drinks. The seating area was also really pleasant to sit in. Treat yourself and try it out

A nice little cafe in the Fullflood area of Winchester. I popped in for coffee and cake, and the selection didn't disappoint. The cakes were really good quality and very tasty, and the coffee was very good too. The atmosphere is nice and it's nice sitting in the window watching the world go by. The service was very friendly and attentive, and I thought the price was very reasonable for the quality of what is on offer. They also had a great looking selection of salads, quiches and sausage rolls, so I'll certainly be back to try those out another time!

Absolutely fantastic party! The food was incredible, atmosphere great and the staff all totally lovely and so accommodating and friendly. We’ll definitely have another event at LKB some day. Also, really good for breakfast, coffee, lunch and general catch-ups with friends.

Good place to go if you've got time and don't want to go to the usual Pret or Starbucks ! Delicious carrot cake and nice artwork on coffees :) Amazing coffee. Chilled background music/ chilled Raeggae Anna & Geraldine

This place is very big and beautiful and cozy. You have the option to see the outside or inside. We ordered flat white and some sandwiches which both were very tasty and healthy. The only downside was some staff were unprofessional.

Our go to coffee spot. Food and drinks are delicious and very high quality. Their cake selection changes every few days and theyre honestly to die for!! Not much to say that hasn’t already been said by others as it is truly a great place to come and relax at.

Our first but not our last visit here. Prices a little more than average but quality was higher than average so all good. Great cheese toasties with trimmings, also a bacon sarnie which had 4 rashers and cooked nicely. We enjoyed our visit, thanks guys.

The General Store is a great place for a coffee and cake in central Winchester. They have nice outdoor seating so you can sit and watch the world go by. They sell a great range of cakes and pastries produced by great local bakers too.

Amazing and very cozy place. We always come here with a friend for a delicious coffee. Always very friendly staff.

Loved the coffee here ! It was such a great place to study. But depending on where you sit it would be a great place for socialising with friends or families. All the staff were lovely and Francesca and Alice were so nice when serving me. Great place.