The Best Cafes in Claygate, Surrey, United Kingdom (2025)

Had a meal with 2 friends on Saturday night for a friends 30th. I asked the staff if they could bring something out with a candle and all the staff came over and sang happy birthday. The food was out of this world! Absolutely mouthwatering delicious. I can’t find fault in anything that we ordered! We shared vine leaves, moussaka and cheese in filo pastry to start. For our main lamb chops, the cod and mine was the king prawns. Every mouthful was delicious. Added bonus was the Dj afterwards. It was an expensive night but we did have 2 bottles of wine and some cocktails.

Food was delicious and plentiful, we ordered two portions between 3 of one of the set menus and it was still too much. The restaurant is beautifully decorated and very comfortable with gorgeous views of the green outside the window. Loved it.

We decided to go to Zeitoun for my birthday celebration, and it turned out to be an exceptional choice. The ambiance was absolutely delightful, warm and inviting. It set the perfect tone for a special evening. The food was absolutely delicious. Every dish was packed with flavour and the portions were generous, leaving everyone more than satisfied. The balance of spices and freshness in the dishes was remarkable, showcasing the essence of Lebanese cuisine. The staff were another highlight. Their friendliness and attentiveness made the experience even better. They were quick to offer recommendations and ensured everything went smoothly throughout the meal, adding a personal and thoughtful touch to the evening. The music was fantastic and added a lively energy to the restaurant. It enhanced the overall atmosphere without overwhelming the conversation or dining experience. Overall, this restaurant exceeded expectations and made my birthday celebration truly memorable. It’s a place I’d happily recommend to anyone looking for delicious food, exceptional service and a charming dining experience.

Great food, friendly staff and nice atmosphere. Very happy to come again.

Superb local brunch/coffee spot in Claygate - the staff/owner was incredibly friendly and helpful and the food was superb, very much recommended

Laz Cafe in Claygate is a haven for coffee enthusiasts. Top-notch brews, welcoming staff, and a cosy atmosphere make it the go-to spot. Highly recommended for a perfect coffee break! #LazCafeClaygate #LocalGem #CoffeeLovers

Wonderful cafe! Colourful and comfortable. Friendly service, always go the extra mile even busy. Wonderful coffee and the sandwiches and cakes are always so fresh, well presented and delicious. Dogs welcome too. Thank you.

The best coffee in the village ,plus the turkish treats are freshly made in house .get takeaways too of treats for family members as they love it so much

What a great place!! Lovely staff, good quality food (Cornish Pasty and the Apple Crumble cake) YUM! And the Coffee was excellent! Travelling from London every week so the wife can ride, It will be my “go-to place” from now on! Thank you P & A!

Alan provided the most amazing canapés for my Christmas drinks’ party… crostinis were beautifully presented and so tasty. I received so many compliments from my guests. Alan even hand delivered to my house. Thank you! I wholeheartedly recommend

The food & coffee cannot be faulted in the slightest... Food tasted incredibly fresh, healthy and very flavourful with generous portions. The coffee is probably the best I’ve tried, incredible taste and didn’t want it to end... Service was okay, needs improvement hence why I gave a 4*. One waiter was very friendly and helpful but 2 of the waitresses were a little unwelcoming. Service was a little delayed than what I would’ve expected. I would definitely go back here for the great food & coffee and recommend.... great local gem!

I have had many a coffee & cake & a few lunches at the P & A & have never been let down. Always good service, good food & drinks & today they included Bowie in their playlist, so have gone even further up in my estimations!!

First visit here this morning. Best cappuccini we've had in a long time! Delicious Smoked Salmon Bagel and Triple Chocolate Flapjack. We'll definitely be back.

Excellent coffee, served with a smile, from husband & wife team, Sean & Shadi. Wonderful food, especially their Persian dishes and soup to die for!

Coco Cafe at Claygate station - Great coffee and outstanding service from Sean & Shadi!! You are always welcomed with a smile and treated like a friend. A fantastic local coffee shop that does the best coffee in the area. If you like home made soups and Persian food, then you must come here.

Popped in here yesterday for a quick bite to eat and noticed at the bottom of the menu, "ask about our Persian dishes", so I did. Only one choice was available by then, so I tried it. A very good decision. Dried barberries with chicken and rice. VERY NICE! The welcome here was very friendly and pleasant. I would certainly return if I was in the area again, although it should be noted that while there is some outside seating, the seating inside if VERY limited (3 stools and a shelf). I was perfectly happy with this, but be aware that if there's a group of you and it's raining you would have a problem! Thank you Coco Cafe for a great welcome and a great meal.

Love the coffee and the owner always takes a moment to wish you a lovely day, even during the peak rush. Excellent croissants!

Nice restaurant with great food. One or two members of staff seemed a little tetchy (though not the person who served us, who was very pleasant). We were there 45 mins before last orders and didn't order anything big (plate of food each and a bottle of wine) so not too late but got the impression we were imposing on them. A smile would have been good.

Family outing. Excellent food. Every item ordered was delicious. Very good service, pleasant servers. Didn't realise it would be noisy over the weekend. Could barely hear each other. Best to go weekdays if one wants a quiet relaxing meal.

Good pizza, home made pachero, and service was also very attentive. I'm unsure why so many reviews criticize the staff, but we had a totally ok time! We also went on a Monday evening and it was definitely slow (though still 5-6 tables for dinner). Spent ~£24pp.

We went here yesterday and I have to say this is a strong 5* all round! The food, the service by every single waiter, the manager made it such a lovely atmosphere for NYE. it was such a family friendly environment with excellent food! They even put on a firework show at midnight for a surprise. They had a DJ which were playing amazing songs and happy to take requests. Considering it was supposed to be a quiet meal we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. I'd go back without a doubt! It was £85 for NYE with flowing drinks and a 3 course meal so a normal dinner would be approx £50 per head so excellent value for money! Thanks for a great evening! Excellent food choicrs and a great al a cart menu!

Stooped by The Hare and Hounds for a quick bite and pint after returning from Richmond Park for a stroll. Very pleasantly surprised by the quality and speed of service in the food department. So well cooked, just like your mums roast potatoes. The price is misleading. It seems a bit cheap for the quality! Not every day you can say that! Well worth a punt if your in the area.

We were a table of 12 who met here for a family meal. One of our party,lives nearby and recommended this pub (the rest of us met up from different places in the south of England. Considering the area this pub is in I feel it is reasonably priced. Great service and great food.

Lovely pub with huge amounts of outdoor seating, some seems to be specifically for children. The inside is quite spacious with plenty of room to move about in. I didn't eat, but did see what looked like some very nice fish and chips go by. The Guinness was excellent as was the Landlord

We had a really lovely experience here after some very hit and misses (more commonly misses) in the surrounding area while staying here for a week. The lady that served us was French and brought with her that air of hospitality as a career rather than a job that continental Europeans have that makes for really nice service. Efficient, polite and warm but unobtrusive. We hadn’t booked but were seated easily although it was a fairly busy Thursday night. Lots of outdoor and indoor seating available and a kids play park. I was so so happy to see the menu. A few carefully curated items rather than a huge menu (which I always avoid where possible as you just know it’s either done badly or isn’t fresh). I was surprised to notice that despite the appealing choices on the menu, literally everyone around us seemed to be eating burgers or fish and chips! Each to their own I suppose but I had the confit duck, my husband the lamb cutlets and his father the mussels. We all thought our food was incredibly tasty and were so happy we went on and had puddings which were also yummy. We would definitely be regulars if we lived in the area highly recommend!

Beautiful, hearty food in a nice cosey setting. Great food and service. Notable mention to Nicholas the waiter. Very attentive, professional and provided some great house specialities which did not disappoint. As a restaurant owner myself; He is a credit to any hospitality business!

Well looked after at the foley.. had a late lunch (8 of us) and the service was superb,, we had a lovely fella called sean serving us from behind the bar and kept our glasses full .. turned out it was his birthday the next day .. food was excellent , all 8 of us had lovely food without without ANY complaints.. Sean put all the drinks and food on the hotel room without any problems.. rooms were very generous in size all all 4 parties said what fantastic rooms they had and ridiculously reasonably priced.. would I go again ?? 100%

Food was beautifully cooked and our waiters were friendly and helpful. Service was a bit on the slow side considering the restaurant was only half full. The temperature in the dining room could have been warmer but a very pleasant ambience. It was Burns Night and we were given a shot of malt whiskey which was a lovely gesture.

Returning to The Foley for another stay was a real pleasure. Since my last visit, the pub has been beautifully refurbished and now has a warm, stylish, and inviting atmosphere that makes it a great place to unwind. Richard provided a warm, friendly, and professional welcome at check-in. My room was spotless, spacious, and the bed was incredibly comfortable—great for a good night’s sleep. There were lots of breakfast options. I had a full English breakfast, and it was delicious. The staff provided excellent service, going out of their way to ensure you felt well looked after. I highly recommend The Foley to anyone visiting Claygate and look forward to returning soon!

This suburban pub is well kept with light and airy modern interior decor and farmhouse tables and furniture. It feels cosy and welcoming as soon as you step inside. What is a surprise is that the menu for those who have not heard of Jose Pizzaro is a Spanish tapas lead one. There are traditional Sunday roasts available, but we headed out there for the tapas, and we were not disappointed. All the popular dishes are here served with their own special flair.

Really lovely place. I'm a fan of Jose's London restaurants, but this was my first time trying the Swan Inn. Would highly recommend to anyone who enjoys Spanish food and great wine. The pork ribs with cassoulet were my favourite dish, but everything was top notch and the service was excellent. They are very dog friendly too. It was well worth the one hour drive from Brighton.

Had dinner here, the tapas menu. Was a very varied assortment lots of lovely flavours so was very tasty - hadn’t realised the cost of the anchovies so make sure you check the pricing before ordering! They were nice but nothing is that nice 😂 Attentive staff, good atmosphere, parking was relatively easy along the road next to it

Lovely cafe. Amazing coffee. Brilliant venue for a Childrens birthday party (although parking a bit tricky). Very clean modern room above the cafe with lift. The staff are so lovely and helpful. Thank you!

The community rebuilt this park cafe and it is an excellent facility enjoyed by everyone who uses the park and Claygate Primary School. On a sunny weekend you will see many groups and families playing games, having fun, eating ice creams, with drinks etc. Food gets 4 stars only because it is not Michelin starred.