Coastguard Cafe — Restaurant in Rother

This our very first visit to the Coastguards Cafe'. Parking is scarce and difficult but after discovering the Pay & Display opposite it was a short walk via a footpath. I am a Blue Badge holder which enabled free parking but others would have to pay. On entering the Cafe' we made our way to the Conservatory, the view from which we couldn't fault. The panarama and ambience was wonderful but when our food turned up it was a different story. I had the smoked salmon and cream cheese baguette whilst my Wife had a Quiche salad. Both meals had what looked like they had dogs hairs on them and the quiche was "soggy" as though frozen. The owner was OK about it with a soft apology. My Wife sent her plate back to the Kitchen which was quickly returned with the hair removed (no replacement food). When the bill appeared it came to £27.50p. No discount or recompense. There was also a presumptious service charge of £1.50 (6%) added on without our consent which we didn't asked to be removed but thought it an audacity considering. Unfortunately, first and last time at the Coastguard Cafe' without any form of recommendation. In our opinion, overpriced and...

This tearoom serves freshly prepared food and delicious cakes.

We ordered a range of light lunches; the ploughman's came with a very generous selection of 3 cheeses, but the crumb ends of a packet of crisps which was disappointing, the egg mayo baguette was perfectly adequate, the toasted tomato and mozzarella panini was good, but the mushroom quiche was mostly egg with just a few mushrooms sprinkled over the top.

It was disappointing to see sauce sachets, and of a dubious brand.. Partly because of the awful single use plastics, partly because it's so often a bad sign when cafés don't feel it's worth providing a quality ketchup and mayo.

We then ordered some cakes, and these were all good without exception!

4 stars for freshness and nearly very good, but for me would need to get rid of sauce sachets, ends of crisp packets, and take a little more care in sourcing tomatoes and salad ingredients with actual flavour to...

The Coastguard Cafe is an absolute gem! I would not be surprised if you didn't know this place existed. It's hidden away, and that's a real shame as it is perfect for the whole family to grab a lovely meal, drink, or just a snack. A comprehensive menu is available, and I can guarantee something for everyone. The service is impeccable, the food is exceptional, the atmosphere is charming, to say the least, and the prices are very reasonable. The name "Coastguard Cafe" doesn't do it justice; I would call this a restaurant/cafe with an emphasis on the restaurant. However, you wouldn't be in the wrong place if you just wanted a full English breakfast. There are also some stunning views from inside, and it's dog-friendly, which is an added bonus. If you are in the vicinity, you should absolutely drop in and take a look. I also waited until near closing time to take some photos to show how beautifully presented the...