Roedean Cafe

Why you’ll love Roeadean Cafe

Roedean Cafe doesn’t proclaim to be much more than a classic transport cafe…but we think they are being a little modest. On the coastal road out of Brighton towards Rottingdean you’ll find this fabulous pit stop. Great food, great views, free parking – and a mini golf course too. 

Roedean Cafe is run by husband and wife team Poul & Sammy, and coming up for their 10th year of owning this art deco wonder by the sea. The venue is a big step up from a greasy spoon, Poul’s experience as a top chef in places like River Cafe, elevates the classic fry up by using great quality ingredients, cooked well. There’s more, Roedean Cafe is not just for breakfast and brunch, their lunch offerings have had a makeover with so many menu pleasers that will bring in a hungry lunch crowd seeking diner favourites, as well as some classic cafe great value eats.

Accessible, kid friendly and dog friendly – Roedean Cafe happily welcomes everyone. Across any day, you’ll find a steady stream of locals, workers, day trippers and families. Seats are plentiful with tables inside and outside, each with a full sea view. Weekends do get very busy, there’s no booking but service is quick and it’s worth the wait. There is free parking on site; you simply enter your registration plate at the counter for 2.5 hours. Alternatively, catch a bus and get off at the dedicated Roedean Cafe bus stop, or if you’re on the Undercliff Walk, simply stroll up and take a seat.

In addition to the great food and drink offerings, Roedean Cafe is home to a 16-hole mini golf course. It’s a challenging but fun course with incredible views open to play from 8am to dusk. Even when the weather’s not quite on point, you’ll find small or large groups pitching and putting over this stretch. It makes Roedean Cafe a great destination for celebrations – although the venue isn’t for hire, they can accommodate large groups who like an activity after their fry-up. You don’t need to eat at the cafe to play mini golf, there’s a side hatch where you collect your clubs, ball and scorecard. 

BREAKFAST at Roedean Cafe

Roedean Cafe offers a time-honoured breakfast menu served daily from 9am to 3:30pm. Expect hearty classics like full English fry-ups, Breakfast Burgers, Omelettes, Eggs on Toast, Kippers, Porridge and more. Their popular Roedean Special is a generous plate featuring all the favourites, plus a cuppa to round it off. Vegetarian and vegan options are available, and kids portions are offered too. The team are happy to accommodate like-for-like swaps to help reduce food waste, if you’re not a fan of tomatoes, just ask. You won’t find avocado smash or continental-style breakfasts here, just honest, comforting dishes made with quality ingredients.

LUNCH at Roedean Cafe

Lunch is available all day at Roedean Cafe. From freshly made sandwiches, burgers, soup, toasties, to the new Hot Dog selection. These Dogs, all served with fries, range from perfectly plain to buns filled with amazing flavours. Owner Poul’s homeland is Denmark so the Danish Dog takes top dog spot on the menu. Chilli dog, dog’s loaded with 24 hour pulled pork, jackfruit vegan dogs and more. Add Baconaise or Marmite Mayo (oh yes) and get a side of frickles (IYKYK). 

Other fabulous options are Jacket Potatoes, hearty and homemade pies and chillis, the ever classic Ham Egg and Chips, Caesar Salad the River Cafe way or the proclaimed best Club Sandwich in the area – you will not be stuck for choice. There are plenty of options for veggies and vegan, and those with dietary restrictions.

For pudding, it’s cafe comfort food at it’s best. Spotted Dick, Jam Sponge, Chocolate or Sticky Toffee Pudding are served with a helping of custard or ice cream.

DRINKS AND MORE at Roedean Cafe

The drinks menu at Roedean Cafe has all the staples of a good cafe. A classic cuppa costs just £2, which sets the bar. Herbal teas, a great selection of coffee, including instant. Hot Chocolate, Decaf, soft drinks in cans and bottles, water and milk are also available. The new additions are Smoothies, four flavours including Strawberry Split (strawberry and banana) or Coco Loco (mango, pineapple, coconut, lime and mint). There are four fab milkshakes to choose from too including Top Banana (with a hint of vanilla) or Living La Vida Cocoa (a Belgian choccy shake). 

If a cake and coffee is more your thing, an ice cream or a simple Toasted Teacake, this is your place too. 

Did you Know…

Roedean Cafe are host to the London to Brighton Classic Car Run in June and September and The Brighton Mod Weekender in August bank holiday. It’s a sight to behold as hundreds of cars and bikes take up the car park and the golf green. It’s free to come along, but maybe think about jumping on a bus or walking along to take part in the revelry. 

RB loves…

One of the RB team plays mini golf badly, but with the promise of a great breakfast afterwards, they make their way enthusiastically round the green. It’s a brilliant day out. 

The Essentials 

• Family Friendly

Roedean Cafe is great for all generations of families. High chairs and baby change in both male and female bathrooms. Accessible to wheelchairs for those differently abled and a menu that has something for everyone. 

• Accessibility

Wheelchair access through the back entrance as there are no steps. Mobility Scooters can be parked outside.  

• Take Away

Don’t have long enough to sit and eat, grab a takeaway from drinks to food. Perfect for a refreshing pit stop on the undercliff walk. 

• Alfresco

With room for 70 outside, whether on the terrace area or grassy benches to the side, there is ample space to gaze at the sea view as you feast. 

• Allergy-friendly 

Many dishes are available gluten-free and dairy-free. There is a wide variety of non-dairy milk on offer and the staff will be happy to discuss your dietary requirements.

• Dog-friendly 

Well-behaved dogs are welcome inside the cafe. Nice grassy areas outside too if your dog needs a little more space. Water bowls are readily available.