Best Cafes in Sandwich, Kent (2025)

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Top-Rated Cafes & Coffee Shops in Sandwich, Kent

The Mermaid's Locker

8 Cattle Market, Sandwich CT13 9AF, UK

4.6 (100 reviews)

P: 01304 611987

What a great place! Amazing food. Would definitely recommend

Anonymous - 9 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

A lovely Sunday Roast for 4 of us on Mother's Day today... Excellent food and friendly staff and a great atmosphere.

Anonymous - 10 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Quirky and cosy! Absolutely loved this place. What seems like a “hole in the wall” bar has such a cool vibe. Annette (owner) and Gavin (chef) made us feel SO welcome. Their customer service is what every business should aspire to achieve!

Anonymous - 3 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Absolutely fantastic meal last Friday.The staff were very friendly, nothing was too much trouble for the Chefs. We all enjoyed 3 courses. Starters: Tempura chicken, Calamari and a Scallop & King prawn dish. For main: Cod for one, Rib eye steak for other 3 of us (all cooked to perfection) with chips and accompaniments. For dessert: Brownie for 2, Peanut butter ice cream and lastly a Profiteroles. A sublime meal, would highly recommend!! Compliments to the Chefs again!!

Anonymous - 6 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

I came here to celebrate my partners birthday after many recommendations and promises of excellent food from friends and locals alike. I phoned in advance and, speaking to the chef, arranged for my partner to have roast partridge, a favourite of hers, which was served with seasonal vegetables and a red berry jus. The food was truly exceptional, beyond all my expectations, safe to say she was impressed too! All in all I found the place a lovely, welcoming venue, with amazing food and great drinks, I myself enjoying a pristine pale ale before moving onto the bubbly! I would definitely recommend and will be back again. Attached is a picture of my partners meal, it would of been a crime not to share it.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • The New Inn - 31m away
  • Empire Cinema Sandwich - 39m away
  • Co-op Food - Sandwich - Moat Sole - 113m away
  • Ossies Fish Bar - 30m away
  • Sandwich Guildhall Museum - 43m away
The Old Dining Room

The Quay, Sandwich CT13 9EF, UK

4.5 (13 reviews)

P: 01304 626992

Nice food and found staff friendly and helpful 👌

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

A great choice for dinner, or for breakfast if staying at the hotel.

Anonymous - 2 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Good food, great service and a nice spacious outdoor seating area. Had the seabass and the sirloin and both were very happy. Dog friendly as well

Anonymous - 7 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

We always enjoy the Bell Hotel. Whether it be for breakfast, coffee, lunch, drinks or dinner

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Cocktails
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Bell Hotel - 17m away
  • The Crispin Inn - 28m away
  • Luigi's Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria - 31m away
  • Papa's The Deep Blue Fish and Chips - 28m away
  • Namaste Sandwich - 25m away
No Name Shop

1 No Name St, Sandwich CT13 9AJ, UK

4.5 (295 reviews)
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P: 01304 612626

Good food & quick to arrive (total was £11.90 including the coffee)! Lovely cosy atmosphere and friendly staff. There is a shop downstairs where you can buy cheese, olives, jams, pastries etc 😄

Anonymous - 11 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Being in Sandwich, we wanted to eat a vegan sandwich, but most places couldn't help! We found this lovely place that was more than happy help and had a vegan mozzarella and pesto baguette (yes, I know it's not a sandwich). They also had a beetroot, hummus, and falafel baguette. We also came away with a raspberry frangipane slice and sweat potato and onion pie for our dinner later! They also had at least two other vegan cake/slices! Very good quality.

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

What a find! Incredible value. Some of the largest salads and toasted sandwiches ever seen on planet earth. We had no idea helpings would be this large and had to ask to take half of our "lunch" home for dinner. Amazing tasting bread and butter, divine cheeses. Everything was seriously good. Do yourself a favour, especially if you're hungry, and visit the No Name Shop right in the middle of Sandwich. Highly, highly recommend. 🥪🧀☕

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Love from the 1st sight 🥰 love the building, decoration & product display to the best-ever baguette from crust to the filling. I have tried to ask the lady serving and it is French garlic saussage, so special⭐️. I would never forget Sandwich🌈

Anonymous - 2 weeks ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Great selection of quality deli and bakery foods. We love to come down for a freshly made pastry and coffee - I can recommend the vegan raspberry croissant! Cheese and bread are also excellent.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Parking Options:
  • Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Sandwich Guildhall Museum - 45m away
  • St Peter's Church - Sandwich - 55m away
  • Co-op Food - Sandwich - Moat Sole - 167m away
  • The New Inn - 63m away
  • Ossies Fish Bar - 36m away
The Waterside Café

Sandwich Lakes Campsite, Sandwich Ash Road, A257, Canterbury CT3 2DA, UK

4.6 (166 reviews)
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P: 07936 409912

Good spot for lunch. Coffees and various choices of food. Great atmosphere and service.

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely little campsite cafe very tidy and quiet when we visited. Food is good and plenty and prices are decent. Free parking is a bonus and there is space to explore!

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Nice cafe with good coffee and lovely sandwiches. Outside seating in sheltered area.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • 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
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Parking Options:
  • Free Parking Lot
  • Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Sandwich Lakes Campsite - 258m away
Strand Street Kitchen & Bar

28 Strand St, Sandwich CT13 9DS, UK

4.4 (141 reviews)

P: 01304 612525

Recently visited for breakfast and the breakfast brioche was amazing! Very friendly and quick service, and the coffee was great too, highly recommend.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Went to sandwich for a day out and found this place was highly rated. Sandwich is not that big of a place, and we got to Strand street in a couple minutes from the quay car park. We both got a sandwich (Fish fingers and tartare sauce / Sausage and chutney) which were fantastic and very flavourful. Would definitely recommend both, but the sausage and chutney is what I would get again. They didn't have an allergy menu to hand but they were very accommodating. One of us is dairy intolerant and they swapped the butter for an alternative, so this was great service. All the staff were friendly and the food/drink came out quickly. On a hot day they have a few tables out the front, but they were all full when we arrived. Would definitely go back

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

The Strand Street Kitchen and Bar is a charming, small establishment with both indoor and outdoor seating options. On a recent visit, 21/09/24- I found the atmosphere cosy, though somewhat uncomfortable due to the intense air conditioning, which not only made the space cold but also cooled down our food rather quickly. Service-wise, it was a bit of a wait—about 40 minutes from ordering to receiving our meals. I can understand that they were busy, but the wait felt unusually long. I ordered the ham, eggs, and chips along with a Coke, the chips were over cooked but the ham was delicious. My husband opted for the chicken wrap, which, surprisingly, didn’t come with any sides like a salad garnish or chips. He also had a milkshake, which was pretty average, nothing special. After waiting for a considerable time and finishing our cold meals, we decided to leave fairly quickly as the chilly environment made it hard to linger. Overall, while the place has a nice vibe, unfortunately, I won’t be returning or recommending it. See attached pictures of the menu and our meals.

Anonymous - 3 years ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Delicious sandwiches in the heart of Sandwich!! For obvious reasons, we had to have sandwiches while visiting the town. The menu had a lot of delicious options and everything was so reasonably priced! We ordered three sandwiches and they did take a while (~30 mins) to arrive but they were worth the wait! They also had vegetarian options and gluten free bread - which makes the food accessible to everyone. Great strong teas as well, you get not one but two teabags in your mug!

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 Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • The India Village - 60m away
  • Co-op Food - Sandwich - Moat Sole - 287m away
  • St Peter's Church - Sandwich - 139m away
  • Bell Hotel - 144m away
  • The Crispin Inn - 104m away
The Crispin Inn

4 High St, Sandwich CT13 9EA, UK

4.4 (502 reviews)
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P: 01304 621943

Such a lovely dog friendly pub. We arrived in Sandwich for a weekend away and couldn’t have found a nicer, friendlier pub. Food was exceptional and the waiting staff were very attentive.

Anonymous - a week ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Vibrant, welcoming and tastefully decorated. Dogs welcome in the bar area. But also non dog lounge which is a good compromise. Would certainly return.

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Wonderful place. 3 of us went there today for 1st time. I had the most fab red pepper and carrot soup, hubby had fish n chips, beautiful fresh fish and son had enormous cheese burger which he thoroughly enjoyed. We all pigged out on dessert and I had a beautiful coffee. Staff were excellent, just sorry I didn't get our server's name as she was outstanding. Couldn't fault the meal. Well done Crispin I certainly hope you continue to do well.

Anonymous - 2 weeks ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Lovely pub, had a roast dinner which was really nice but only gripe was, it was £3.50 for pigs in blankets and stuffing but all I got 1 piece of stuffing and 1 pig in blanket. My husband had fish and chips which was lovely

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Cocktails
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
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Parking Options:
  • Paid Parking Lot
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Bell Hotel - 40m away
  • Luigi's Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria - 59m away
  • Co-op Food - Sandwich - Moat Sole - 337m away
  • St Peter's Church - Sandwich - 128m away
  • St Mary's Arts Centre - Sandwich - 272m away
The Toll Bridge Restaurant & Bar

7 Fishermans Wharf, Sandwich CT13 9RU, UK

4.4 (247 reviews)

P: 01304 613959

This is a wonderful meal! Everything on my plate was prepared so well, exceeding my expectations. Pork brisket was tender, mash potatoes was probably the best I’ve ever had and the grilled cabbage was crunchy and juicy, not like the usual soft and soggy ones. The dessert was spot on, too. I loved it!

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

The best Sunday roast I have ever had!! All the food was amazing. People and service really good though you have to order at the counter. Amazingly pet friendly! Nala loved it too. THANK YOU! 110% recommended

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Nice bar/restaurant, great when you can sit outside and watch the world go by. Had the Sunday lunch, beef brisket was great and veggies really nice. Horseradish sauce was like mayo (unless it was mayo 🤔) Reasonable price for food but draft beer at the bar are limited and London prices.

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Firstly, the service was unbelievable - top class, so thoughtful kind and friendly - and we didn't need or ask for anything in particular - I can't remember the last time that 'nothing is too much' was the attitude of all staff - so hats off to you all. The location is great, right by the river (photo doesn't do justice) the food was brilliant - and we were given the choice of items off menu too - wasn't a problem and offered to us by the chef without asking - again top notch. Prices are reasonable and will be back - only advice is to book - especially in the summer (say this as tried to eat before a few times but had been fully booked - our fault not theirs and glad to have visited/timed it well today). I really can't fault it and we are already talking about booking and coming back. If the service and food was 80% as good as it was today it would still be a 5* review so highly recommended 👍👍👍

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Sat upstairs on a warm summer's evening by the big window overlooking the river. Lovely. The food was very good. Made mine up of 2 starters and Asian coleslaw. One of the best meals I've had

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Live Music
  • Children' Menu
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Cocktails
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
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Parking Options:
  • Paid Parking Lot
  • Paid Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Bell Hotel - 69m away
  • The Crispin Inn - 42m away
  • Co-op Food - Sandwich - Moat Sole - 355m away
  • The India Village - 145m away
  • The New Inn - 216m away
The Sandwich Shop

17 Cattle Market, Sandwich CT13 9AP, UK

4.4 (121 reviews)
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P: 01304 611619

I can finally say I've had a Sandwich in Sandwich. As the home of Sandwiches it's surprising there's only 1 sandwich shop. Well this is the best one in town. Check out the menu and join the club. They close at 5pm latest so don't wait. We had the Earl of Sandwich and The Farm House. Both were exquisitely made. Recommended.

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Fab café! Been here a few times whilst visiting Sandwich from outside the area. Good choice of food and also offer gluten free which is great for me as I'm gluten intolerant and visited with a friend yesterday who has coeliac disease. The food is lovely, well presented and good value. Staff are always polite & friendly. Also in a nice location by Guildhall and you can sit inside or out. My go-to café in Sandwich 😊

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely little tea rooms overlooking the square Friendly staff

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely sandwich shop where sandwiches are made to order, come with a side salad and coleslaw, and nicely presented. We sat outside in the market square as it was a sunny day and can't fault this place. Had a coffee to compliment the sandwich and it's not overpriced at all. Will certainly recommend and visit if in the area again.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Brunch
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restroom
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Co-op Food - Sandwich - Moat Sole - 112m away
  • Sandwich Guildhall Museum - 22m away
  • The New Inn - 82m away
  • Costa Coffee - Sandwich - 53m away
  • The Red Cow - 62m away
Costa Coffee - Sandwich

2-4 New St, Sandwich CT13 9AB, UK

4.1 (376 reviews)
 Price Level:

P: 01304 612583

Had a hot chocolate milkshake, it was lovely and presented nicely. Had one in Deal Costa the day before and staff serving didn't care what it looked like, it was stone cold in the bottom. They couldn't even be bothered to serve us. Both blokes saying to each other they were busy. So we'll done Costa in Sandwich we shall return, even knows we live in Deal

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Nice place with friendly staff. Good coffee with a view on the Guildhall.

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Nice place, we’ll positioned in the town. Friendly staff, good quality coffee. What’s not to like.

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Felt the need for a very early cup of coffee yesterday. Lovely flat white 👍👍

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • 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:
  • Co-op Food - Sandwich - Moat Sole - 157m away
  • Sandwich Guildhall Museum - 32m away
  • The New Inn - 74m away
  • No Name Shop - 17m away
  • St Peter's Church - Sandwich - 72m away
Starbucks Coffee - Discovery Park

Montagu Rd, Sandwich CT13 9FF, UK

4.0 (158 reviews)
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P: 01304 272313

Normally a very good experience but today asked for a large oat latte, got a medium one, explained that I asked for a large, they happily changed it to a large hot chocolate with normal milk, didn't realise till I got home, not happy

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Nice atmosphere very clean nice food and coffe is ok think Costa is probably better quite expensive. Disabled parking is outside the door easy access for wheelchair , parking is shared with McDonald's on the Saturday I visited was bank holiday weekend and parking was taken up by people visiting MacDonald's.

Anonymous - 8 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Quiet place beautifully situated in Sandwich. Downside is I never knew it was there, discovered by accident. Needs better signposting and advertising

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Parking Options:
  • Free Parking Lot
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Discovery Park - 390m away
  • Travelodge Sandwich - 90m away
  • Shell - 54m away
  • McDonald’s - 18m away
  • Cummins - 379m away

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