Sea Lane Cafe

Business Details

50+ Years

experience

Your Coastal Retreat for Fresh Food & Coffee

We are a family-run cafe established in 1948, located on the West Sussex coastline in Goring-by-Sea. With generations of experience, we pride ourselves on serving high-quality food and barista-grade coffee in a welcoming environment that embraces our coastal heritage. Our menu features freshly prepared breakfast, lunch, and artisanal pastries, catering to diverse dietary needs with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options.

We offer a dog-friendly space with stunning South Coast views, enhanced by our recent expansion of indoor-outdoor seating. While we do not accept bookings, our walk-in service ensures a relaxed experience for all visitors.

Services

Breakfast Lunch Coffee Pastries Takeaway

Details

Year established: 1948

Highlights and features

We offer 75 years of family-run hospitality expertise by the coast
Our menu features locally sourced artisanal pastries and seasonal specials
We provide dog-friendly dining with uninterrupted sea vistas
Our weather-adaptive seating accommodates more guests year-round
We serve breakfast until 11:30am with no booking requirements

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Services

Breakfast

Our breakfast service runs daily from 8am to 11:30am, featuring freshly prepared dishes using local ingredients. We offer vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options alongside traditional coastal fare. The menu includes seasonal specials that reflect our commitment to quality and variety.

Lunch

Lunch is served daily from 11:30am to 4pm with a diverse selection of hot meals and light bites. Our menu caters to all tastes, combining classic British dishes with contemporary twists. Dietary requirements are accommodated through clearly marked vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options.

Coffee

We serve barista-grade coffee from Naked Barista, alongside a range of soft drinks and alcoholic beverages. Our coffee is freshly ground and brewed to order, complementing our food offerings and coastal atmosphere.

Pastries

Artisanal pastries are delivered daily from local bakeries, including croissants, cakes, and specialty breads. These are available throughout service hours and pair perfectly with our coffee selection. Seasonal variations ensure freshness and local sourcing.

Takeaway

We offer takeaway service for all menu items during operating hours. Customers can enjoy our food and coffee off-site while experiencing the same quality as dine-in. No pre-orders are required for takeaway service.

Questions

What are Sea Lane Cafe's opening hours?

We're open daily from 8am to 5:30pm. Closing times may vary with weather conditions, so please call 01903 247 847 to confirm on the day.

Do you serve vegetarian or vegan options?

Yes, our menu includes clearly marked vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options for both food and drinks across breakfast and lunch services.

Can I bring my dog to the cafe?

Yes, we're dog-friendly. Our outdoor seating area welcomes well-behaved pets, making us ideal for post-walk refreshments.

Do you accept bookings or reservations?

No, we operate a walk-in system only. Our expanded seating area accommodates more customers, even during busy periods.

What coffee supplier do you use?

We serve barista-grade coffee from Naked Barista, known for its ethically sourced beans and exceptional roast profiles.

Are there seasonal menu changes?

Yes, we feature seasonal specials advertised in-cafe. Our winter hours run from 8am to 4pm for food service, weather permitting.

Reviews (6)

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Julie Rowe

Jan 13, 2022 Report

Fish was so fresh, batter crispy chips amazing. Portion size large great value for money and a fab cuppa to go with it. We chose to sit outside and watched the wind surfers it was such a beautiful day although cold

Christine Quinton

Jan 01, 2022 Report

Unpredictable weather - this extended cafe offers additional shelter, with dog friendly offering in the marquee section. Menu extensive, and reasonably priced. Staff friendly. You can dine in or take away.
Small, well used car park and public conveniences available. Welcome stop for walkers, or water sports people. Right on beach front. Bus service nearby.

Andy Pyke

Dec 15, 2021 Report

We went down here for breakfast today.
Obvs very popular, didn't need to queue for long, food & service brilliant.
Sealane 'Classic' breakfasts all round with a pot of tea. Very attentive staff. We will be back.

Chris Churchill

Dec 08, 2021 Report

Stopped for an amazing hot chocolate whilst on our walk. The girl serving was great. Very friendly considering the end of a long cold day.

Lizzy Rinder

Nov 30, 2021 Report

Wonderful food, even cooked a sausage for our dog! Excellent choice of food and drinks - something for everyone. However we were disappointed to see staff were not wearing masks or gloves, and one girl picked my requested drinking straw out by its end with her bare hand. We will definitely return and hope to see that you are voluntarily respecting Covid precautions which at the moment are not law but common sense! ☺️

Ogion Aihal

Nov 22, 2021 Report

Lovely place with great views out to sea. Have expanded their seating area to include a huge outdoor canopy area. Pet friendly outside and very very good service and prices. I ordered a latte and a shortbread biscuit and was blown away