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Cliff Top Cafe - Capel-le-Ferne

4.2 810 reviews Closed Old Dover Rd, Capel-le-Ferne, Folkestone CT18 7HT, United Kingdom

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Cliff Top Cafe is a local eatery situated on Old Dover Road in Capel-le-Ferne, Folkestone. It offers a traditional British cafe experience with a menu that focuses on classic comfort foods and beverages. The cafe serves a variety of breakfast and light lunch options, including Full English Breakfasts, Ploughmans, and a selection of sandwiches featuring fillings like cheese, ham, egg, and sausage. The beverage list includes freshly brewed coffee, cappuccinos, lattes, cortados, teas, and a range of cold drinks. The setting is casual and welcoming, providing a relaxed atmosphere suitable for a morning coffee or a simple midday meal. Signature items such as avocado on toast, quiche tarts, and cream cheese and tomato bagels reflect the cafe’s attention to fresh, approachable fare. Cliff Top Cafe is noted for its straightforward menu and homey vibe, making it a convenient spot for locals and visitors to enjoy familiar dishes and a good cup of coffee in a quiet village setting.

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Amenities & More

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Onsite services
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dessert
  • Seating

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Cliff Top Cafe - Capel-le-Ferne before visiting.

Reviews for Cliff Top Cafe - Capel-le-Ferne

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Review highlights

Based on 810 reviews

Cliff Top Cafe is widely appreciated for its stunning panoramic views overlooking the Channel, making it a favored stop for visitors traveling between Dover and Folkestone. Reviewers consistently highlight the cafe’s pleasant atmosphere, enhanced by both indoor and outdoor seating options that allow guests to enjoy the coastal scenery. The menu offers a variety of fresh and tasty options, including classic British fare such as Ploughman’s and cream teas, catering to diverse tastes at reasonable prices. Service is generally described as friendly and accommodating, contributing to a welcoming experience. Some feedback points to limited indoor seating during adverse weather and minor inconsistencies regarding payment methods and minimum card spend. Overall, the cafe is praised for its unique location, quality food, and warm service, making it a recommended spot for casual dining and scenic relaxation.

Steven Gutierrez
Jul 12, 2025

A unique spot with incredible views. If you happen to be in the area or rambling between Dover and Folkestone this is the perfect spot to visit for a snack. They accept cards, currently must be over £6.

Ben Alldis
Jun 29, 2025

First, the view! It is Incredible! Literally looking out over the channel with clear views of France. The food was great,I had a Ploughman's with a Peach ice tea which was presented on a platter, followed by a cream tea; scones,Jam & Cream. Service was friendly and there is a good selection of food on offer. Side note: We had previously accessed the cafe from below up the cliff path, this path is now closed with steel gates.Its a real shame as you would have to go about a mile out of your way from below to get up the cliff.Not the café's fault but not good.

Sue Richards
Jun 23, 2025

What a lovely cafe, perched overlooking the Channel, good views up and down the coast. Great cup of tea, good food from a varied menu catering for all tastes, at reasonable prices. It is a short walk from their own carpark. Staff were friendly and the service was good. Indoor and outdoor seating offering spectacular views. A definite visit again place the next time we are down this way.

James Mote
Jun 09, 2025

Just stopped for a coffee, food looked good. Maybe recent, but contrary to other reviews, they do take cards, minimum £5 spend.

Austen Marsh
May 18, 2025

A decent cafe, whose main attraction is the view over the channel and towards Folkestone. The food was fresh and tasty, though the menu is quite basic. There's not a lot of indoor seating if the weather is poor. There's a bit of a slope down to the cafe and they work on a cash only basis.

Martin Wright
Apr 09, 2025

A wonderful place to visit and to sit and take in the wonderful Cliff Top Views over White Cliffs. You can see Folkestone in the distance. Only slight criticism is that the food n drink prices are expensive. But food n service is very good And there is free parking . Definitely worth a visit .

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Address
Old Dover Rd, Capel-le-Ferne, Folkestone CT18 7HT, United Kingdom
Price range
£1–10
Category
Cafes

Opening hours

  • Monday (Today) Closed
  • Tuesday 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Wednesday 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Thursday 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Friday 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Saturday 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Sunday 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM

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