The Best Cafes in Goudhurst, Kent, United Kingdom (2025)

I visited the buzz on the pantiles in T - wells the other week and thought as I was in the area I would check out their sister restaurant in Cranbrook, unfortunately it was fully booked ( my own fault for not booking ) but I was told to pop down the road to their other building named The Hive ( co-working unit/coffee lounge ) for coffee and cake. When I arrived I discovered they had a lovely coffee snug! It was so wonderful, lovely coffee and cakes, the young man working was so accommodating and the chilled Motown music nearly sent me to sleep as I was so relaxed. Lovely experience once again, keep up the amazing work

Absolutely loved this place. We were a group of 8 cyclist just looking for a coffee and cake. The lady serving on her own wasn't phased by us just walking in without notice. She was really pleasant and quick serving us coffees and delicious cakes. Very quirky café. 10 /10.

Wonderful restaurant! The food is absolutely delicious. You can taste the quality of every herb and every spice. Beautiful food and so authentic. The spanakopita reminded me of when I was on holiday in Thessaloniki, Greece. The owners are so friendly, so welcoming and we chatted to them for over half an hour. My mum and I had the perfect evening!

Having searched high and low for the perfect venue for my social media workshops, Emma has delivered a fantastic and exciting co-working space with conference room facilities. The hot-desking options are flexible and high specced enabling local entrepreneurs to be part of a larger business environment. Recommend highly.

Moving back from uni, the one thing missing in Kent was decent coffee! Kin has exactly that as well as a lovely atmosphere and kind, friendly staff. No extra charges for vegan milk, amazing food and wonderful specialty coffee at an even better price. We come in most days with our dog (who loves his pup cups as much as I love my cappuccinos) :)

Recently discovered Kin for their infamous taco night but have then returned for day time coffee and pastries. The whole thing is just the absolute epitome of what a small local business should all be about. Well made drinks, cracking local food but honestly the thing that sets it apart is the phenomenal staff who are kind, friendly and always grateful. I can't recommend it enough for a nice spot for a coffee (although nervous to advertise taco night as I always want to be able to get a seat!)

Taco night was soooo good. Perfect menu, a unique dining experience and authentic corn tortillas 👌 . It'll be our go-to for evenings out with friends. Vibe was on point - and the team had great chat. Amazing value too.

My Fiancée and I have attended the Friday taco nights twice since they started and it has gone from really good to truly great. It's a lovely relaxed atmosphere, a good cocktail list (I reccomend the Dirty Backyard Caipirinha) and the tacos are brilliant. I like the pork - my partner likes the fish. Would reccomend for groups looking for something more niche than your typical pub grub available in the area. It's a special evening to kick off the weekend.

Saw the excellent reviews for this quaint little cafe and decided to come here for coffee, prior to our Scotney castle visit. It was a good decision as the cafe certainly met the high expectations we had. The staff were friendly and welcoming, while the coffee was really very nice, as was the cake. Lots of interesting snacks and food available. Would definitely recommend a visit here if you are in the area.

Just a lovely place. So sad we haven't discovered it before now! Stopped after a circular walk around Scotney & Kilndown. Had the most delicious bacon avocado & tomato Bagel & a good flat white. My wife a smoked salmon & scrambled egg Bagel. Lovely people, super service, beautiful place

This is a little gem of a place! Wonderful service, friendly atmosphere, pretty interior. I sat in the window in the sunshine and had a cappuccino made to my liking, and the best almond croissant I have ever tasted. You can also sit outside. I would highly recommend a visit. They bake their own cakes too!

I genuinely think their hummingbird cake is the best cake I've ever eaten and I'm very much a cake afficionado. Absolute wonder. The place is gorgeous and tasteful and the service's lovely.

Always delicious food every time and cooked fresh. Good portions and price. Very friendly staff and always clean including the toilets. If there is a wait it is well worth it. Won't go anywhere else for breakfast.

Popped in for lunch today. The cafe was full which I took as a good sign! Food freshly cooked and tasty. They only accept cash, so be prepared! Cafe was clean and tidy and the lady serving was very friendly.

It's my go-to place for a cuppa and a fantastic breakfast 😋

An absolute gem. Everything a cafe should be. Good prices, clean and delicious food served fast. 💪❤️💤😀

I visited this really lovely little cafe with a friend today, it is a bit hidden, but really is a hidden gem. The ladies working in there today (maybe owner(s)) were really friendly and fun. The food was fresh and delicious. We were made to feel very welcome and both said we would definitely like to visit again! Highly recommended.

Love this place, it's a little gem. Lovely home cooked food. The staff are welcoming, lovely, chatty and friendly. My new place to go to with my mum. We love it.

The really lovely staff and great quality food make this an excellent stop in for lunch or just a drink and cake. Access is easy, and there's a covered outside area. They are always really nice to my elderly mum.

We went to this cafe today with the kids to have afternoon tea and I have to admit it was the best cafe I have been to. Not only do you have the "Lakeview" but the food was great. But what made it exceptional was the staff, my weird they were the loveliest people with the exact right balance of attentiveness such a place needs, not in your face but not leaving you on your own. The kids were very comfortable. I would definitely go back.

Beautiful place to have breakfast, friendly service and good food at reasonable price.

Very busy Cafe, excellent food and good prices. Lovely view of the ponds with ducks and swans. We will definately be going there again.

I always enjoy a coffee here by the lake. Very peaceful & tranquil

Large beautiful reservoir and incredible landscape, it's one of our go-to place for outdoor fun. Roughly 6 miles to walk around the whole lake through the scenic flat pathway, although the road can be very muddy in wet days. The bewl water cafe makes incredible deluxe hot chocolate which my kids love the most. It's dog friendly and cycling friendly.

Nice place for a walk or for water sports. It is more developed than we expected, with play areas and adventure parks, boat hire and group activities. The cafe provides meals as well as tea coffee and cakes, plus it is licensed to sell alcohol. Seating inside and out with good views. Buying a parking ticket (£5.30 for the day) includes access to the general areas. Activities are extra of course. Payment by App only on Ringo, so make sure you have App loaded before arriving to save your data allowance. We walked along the water side. Paths were just gravelled, and ordinary shoes would be ok, but walking boots would be best. Good number of benches along the first couple of miles, can't comment on the rest of the 12 mile path round the reservoir. The path was mainly through wooded areas, so nicely shaded for hot sunny days. We were pleasantly surprised how nice it was. 😎👍👍👍👍

A must visit if you are near Royal Tunbridge Wells. Boating , fishing, surfing, swimming and hiking you name it there is something for everyone. I have noticed a designated camp site as well. There is a cafe with a lake view although it was closed when we went. Parking is 7.30 for the whole day. You can hire fishing boats and kayaks. Kayaks are £30 for 2 hours and it holds 3 people. I recommend taking some snacks and drinks with you just in case the cafe is closed.

We took our 8 year old daughter for the Santa experience, end of November and this started Christmas for us. There were lots of fun activities from gingerbread icing and decorating tree decorations to making reindeer food and sending a postcard to Santa. Meeting the big guy was the highlight. Santa spent time talking to my daughter about her hobbies and interests, she was amazed how much he knew! A magical afternoon out, definitely recommend it!

We've always enjoyed food here. We visit 3-4 per year. Plates are always scrummy to look at as well as savoring. Love the consistency and highly recommend.

Dog-friendly, family-friendly, great value, excellent food and service. We keep going back for more. What more of a recommendation can there be? Fabulous choice of breakfast, brunch, lunch (and cakes, if you're sweet-toothed) for carnivores to vegans. Can't praise it enough.

Delicious coffee and amazing panini. I had the toated tuna melt. It was one of the most delicious paninis I've ever had! The addition of apple and celery was very tasty. (Generous portion size too) The cafe has a very arty vibe, each table decorated differently and art on the walls. The place is bigger than you think, so don't be put off if the place looks full through the window. Though I'd probably book ahead next time just to be sure.

I've been wanting to visit The Greedy Goat Cafe for a while now! It wasn't overly easy to find and only had a sign out the front to indicate where it was.. but what a hidden gem! The chef apparently was not very well, from the conversation they were having with other visitors (nothing catching I hope..!) But the food was delicious! Beans could have been a little warmer, but everything was cooked beautifully! I'd definitely visit again! Hope the chef feels better soon!

Very friendly, I ordered a egg, sausage and bacon sandwich which came exactly what I asked for. I ask for a soft egg/runny egg with salt and pepper. Tasted great but I asked for a dash of mayo but they gave a lot more then a dash. Still taste great though.

Sat in a town with expensive shops and boutiques is this practical cafe where you would feel at home having a breakfast plate or a cup of tea and cake . The prices are very affordable too . The staff are lovely and the toilets are clean , as is the cafe . I had a brunch breakfast which was endless so I gave up with a dozen or so chips to go . Just off the A21 so a good pit stop with 2 hrs free parking in Waitrose car park a couple of hundred yards away

Nargul and the team @ the Hawkhurst Cafe delivered quality service & hot food to our party of 11 hungry fellas without fuss or drama. Whether it's an excellent coffee, full English, full American or anything in-between, they're worth stopping at 👍👏

We went for a full breakfast on Sunday morning which was lovely and service great. I forgot my handbag and only realised when I was miles away. I called and they assured me it’s safe. Molly was so kind to send it back by post making sure there’s nothing valuable in there (luckily it wasn’t). She sent it back to me free of charge even though I was happy to cover for the effort and postage. Thanks so much for going over and beyond for a total stranger as we were just visiting the area xx

First visit and I must admit as soon as entered I could sense it was a cool coffee shop; coffee, service, atmosphere were brilliant. Not surprisingly, it was full on a sunny Friday morning, whereas others nearby were definitely not, speaks volumes indeed😎

One of my favourite places in Cranbrook and I have been there couple of times to work. Always great coffee, which is essential and home made food. More importantly it always feels like a 'local' place. Staff chatting to most people who come in. As a non-local though it isn't exclusiory, if anything it just contributes to a relaxed atmosphere.

Love Arthur’s. Busy coffee shop that is always buzzing with chatter, whether it is full or not. Staff always have a smile and are helpful. Service depends on how busy it is, everything is handmade so you shouldn’t expect instant service. The wait is so very worth it. The cakes are scrummy. A place for breakfast or lunch, coffee, tea and cakes.