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Driftwood Beachside Cafe & Restaurant, nestled in Jersey's stunning coastal landscape, has garnered rave reviews for its exceptional food, warm hospitality, and picturesque setting. Visitors like Abi have left awestruck by dishes such as the crab sandwich, hailed as the best they've ever tasted, made with freshly caught crab and served with generous portions. The scallop risotto has equally impressed palates, showcasing the cafe’s commitment to high-quality, local ingredients.
Thomas Conlon echoed this sentiment, applauding the expansive menu catering to all ages and notably fair pricing. He emphasized the palpable pride and passion of the staff as they deliver memorable dining experiences. The serene location by a quaint beach cove adds to the charm, making it a delightful spot to relax and enjoy a meal, whether inside or on the outdoor terrace.
With scrumptious options ranging from breakfast to lunch and a rotating specials board, Driftwood is a hidden gem not to be missed. As Steve Williams shared, it's easy to overlook, but once discovered, it's sure to become a favorite haunt for locals and tourists alike. The friendly service, invigorating coffee, and delectable cakes further enhance the overall experience. For a tranquil dining retreat infused with culinary delight, look no further than Driftwood Beachside Cafe & Restaurant.
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Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Reviews for Driftwood Beachside Cafe & Restaurant
Review highlights
Based on 283 reviewsDriftwood Beachside Cafe & Restaurant is widely praised for its exceptional location with stunning sea views and a relaxing beachside atmosphere. Patrons consistently highlight the freshness and quality of the seafood, particularly crab dishes sourced locally, alongside a varied menu that caters well to families with children. The friendly and welcoming service is frequently noted as a strength, contributing to a warm dining experience. While the interior is described as simple and functional, the outdoor seating area is a popular draw, especially on pleasant days. Some guests have mentioned occasional menu availability issues, but overall, the cafe is appreciated for its fair pricing, wholesome and memorable dishes, and a casual yet inviting ambiance.
Wish I could give them more than 5 stars! We came for a late lunch/early dinner and were greeted warmly like regulars despite it being our first visit. The crab sandwich I ate was the best crab I have ever eaten in my life! Obviously fresh and very generous with the amount. Which was proven to be right, when we met the owner who had caught the crab that morning! Absolutely delicious and tasty. My husband had the scallop risotto which was also incredible, with fresh scallops which tasted divine and again a very generous portion! This place is absolutely stunning, it has the most gorgeous spot right on the edge of a little beach cove. Can't wait to come back again.
This place ticks so many boxes, location - with a view, expansive menus, with children's choices, superlatively cooked high quality ingredients. Both kitchen & front of house crew evidently love to serve their customers & take pride in the service. The pricing is very fair , the dishes are memorable & very wholesome. The interior is simple, clean & refreshing. There's a roomy outside veranda for the sunnier days. Very pleasant & relaxing place to eat. Be sure to check the specials board. Looking forward to my next visit there.
Food was really good. Had a scrambled egg and bacon with a decaf latte - it was all very tasty. The service was very friendly. The bay its on is very calming.
We have been coming to Jersey for 30 years and have previously missed this little gem of a beach side cafe. Great location by the sea and a menu that works from breakfast to lunch with great coffee and cakes to fill in the gaps. On a nice day the outside tables are almost on the beach with great views. Inside seating is functional and there are loos and a small car park. It is easy to drive by and miss this little gem as it is down a very small side road off the coast road at Archirondel. We'll be back next time we are in Jersey.
Great spot with a fabulous scenery and very pretty beach, food is OK -ran out of crab cakes when I went there and had a good/OK English breakfast.
Perfect for the view. This is one of our prefered restaurant to eat crab. So good ! THE place to go!
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Opening hours
- Monday 09:00 AM - 05:30 PM
- Tuesday (Today) 09:00 AM - 05:30 PM
- Wednesday 09:00 AM - 05:30 PM
- Thursday 09:00 AM - 05:30 PM
- Friday 09:00 AM - 09:00 PM
- Saturday 09:00 AM - 09:00 PM
- Sunday 09:00 AM - 09:00 PM
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