Bosun's Cafe in Worthing

I have visited this cafe once before and the Break was in all honesty ok. However all my good will to them has diminished somewhat. Myself and a friend have tried a couple of times to pop in for breakfast at 10 am when ( as it says on the door it’s open) both times it was closed up and didn’t look like it was about to open . The first time we waited for 15 minutes and it was still closed. The second time the same . Not a good way to run a business by not sticking to your business hours. My friend and I won’t try a third time we’ve gone elsewhere.Shame.

A lovely, quaint little cafe that is, I think, the oldest cafe left in Worthing, who serve great homemade food. My husband had the Roast Beef with lots of fresh veg and I spotted Spanish omelette on the specials board so it was a no-brainier for me, I had to have that! Jen the owner asked if I wanted it with chips & beans or a salad? I’ve never chosen a salad when eating out before, so decided to have that for a change and I have to say it was blooming delicious! We visit when we can and highly recommend Bosun’s cafe!

Well what a little gem this traditional Cafe is. Lovely Teas and Coffee served by charming staff who were very helpful to customers. Myself and my Partner stumbled upon this gem whilst out walking on a Sunday morning. Tucked away in a quiet street just of Worthing Seafront. We had two freshly cooked breakfast and toast. The Lady cooking in the kitchen definitely knows how to cook. Every item was cooked to perfection. Definitely good value for money. I’m a bit of a breakfast connoisseur and I’m telling you if you like a good Breakfast come here. Other food on the menu looks really nice too. 9/10. Definitely will be back .

I had an amazing impromptu visit to Bosuns this morning. My order was pretty much all my favourite things, from the great selection in the build-your-own breakfast menu. It was perfect (for me). The Bubble and Squeak was a winner (it, along with the chips, was made just like my dad used to make them when I was kid). I loved it. Also I would like to mention how lovely and friendly the staff were. I will be going again and would defintely recommend you to try it.

Great traditional cafe with friendly service. Food well cooked. Will return. What more is there to say? I could repeat!

First time here and instead of the planned breakfast I was tempted by the beef stew with dumplings (and bread and potatoes). First rate stew, large portion, rich and flavoursome with good quality beef. And for under a tenner. Recommended and hope to return soon.

Been here 3 times for Sunday lunch, perfect every time and very reasonably priced. Also tried jacket potato mid week, delicious and very large portion.

I had mac& cheese with a nice salad for breakfast coffee was in large clean cups, tucked away in a side road i was pleased to find such a delightful place, nice staff added to the experience.

Wow first time i have been in since the Revamp they have done a great job and the food is still very Excellent will be back next time i am in Worthing

Bosuns has just reopened after closing in March 2020 due to COVID. It has been completely refurbished. The food remains excellent and the prices are very reasonable. You can have an all day breakfast, a roast with all the trimmings and a dessert. The portions are huge and it is all cooked from fresh, so bear that in mind when ordering. The rice pudding is superb. You can get a class of wine from the micro pub next door. . The ever energetic Jenny and her indefatigable assistant Nicky are excellent.

We have breakfast here every time we go to worthing , and sometimes lunch. Food is always fresh, service excellent and prices reasonable.

This little cafe is a gem.staff extremely friendly.it us a small but homely cafe.we have visited 3 times now,and cannot fault the food.we always have a roast dinner,and it is always cooked just right,and it is always piping hot.there are only 8 tables,as it is a small place.well worth a visit.we will definitely return.

Went in just before closing and was made to feel very welcome. The liver was out of the world with seven veg. My wife had the curry and was so pleased with it. Well not hesitate to return.

My wife and I visited for lunch, enjoying different 3 course set menus which was well cooked to order. Very friendly owner/cook & serving staff in a relaxing cafe. Using 'Meerkat 2for1' meant not only lovely meals but exceptional value as well.

Called in early enough for lunch and enjoyed really good jacket potatoes with very tasty fillings and a nice crunchy salad - not just a garnish. Nice people and good value too! We'll be back!

Went in partly because Tastecard accepted but prices were so low anyway that we handed over virtually the full price. We both had the 2 course menu of the day (£7.95?). I had liver and bacon. This was fine, nothing special in itself, but was accompanied by 5 types of fresh vegetable, all perfectly cooked, and home produced crinkle-cut chips. This was followed by homemade tiramisu in a glass. Remarkably this was better than any tiramisu I have had at any restaurant. Ambience is either dated or characterful, depending on your taste. Other customers at lunchtime were all regulars, elderly - and well looked after by owners.

Lovely relaxing atmosphere,great range of meals & special breakfast menu.All meals are freshly cooked to order & come with tea or coffee inclusive & very reasonably priced.Have been going here on a regular weekly visit with a friend for 4 years now always get the same friendly welcome from Jenny the proprietor.Highly Recommended.

This lovely family run cafe is brilliant, With Jenny the lady proprietor so lovely , Nothing is to much for Bosun's Cafe..Situated near Marks and Spencer in Worthing town centre this cafe has everything, From breakfasts to Dinners, Hot , Cooked , And Made to order, All of the food is freshly prepared and taste beautiful..I have a basic breakfast and very reasonable price in fact , very cheap ...I've had roast dinners there as well and they are Gorgeous..Also the variety of the menu is great , catering for everyone..If you want homely good food go to The Bosun's Cafe..

If you like food made to order that really has that home cooked taste then this is the place for you!!! Very reasonably priced, great food and all in one of the oldest cafes in Worthing. Nice atmosphere and amazing omelettes, everything is cooked fresh so if it’s busy you may need to wait a little ... but it’s well worth it!! I’ve come here lots had a variety of lunches and breakfasts and I’ve not had a bad meal. It can get busy but that’s a good sign and it’s one of those places that has a family feel to it, like you are in a friends house eating rather than a soulless chain.

I am honestly surprised that this place has any good reviews. Went in today an ordered the breakfast which came with a tea or coffee. I asked for a coffee and what came out was this instant machine coffee which I couldn't drink. They use the same machine you might find in hospital lobbies - where you pay 50p, push a button and get a latte. Anyway I politely asked for a tea instead, which came out weak and milky, so I had to ask for a teabag and more hot water. Then the kick in the teeth - the bill - they had charged me for replacement tea! I complained and said "it clearly says a free tea or coffee" and this is the best bit - the owner actually came out and started giving off to me! She brought out some beans and said "this is the same coffee they do in costa". She proceeded to argue with me for a few minutes before she finally said to the girl who works there "just give him the discount, get him out of here" I mean the audacity of the woman was completely unbelievable! Needless to say I will never be back. I have never experienced such rudeness from a shop owner in my whole life.

Very good meal had Fish pie and Eton mess. All served nice and fresh and a very friendly apmosphere. Will definitely go again next time i am in Worthing

found this in a side street, small and homely food cooked fresh from your order had the liver and bacon with vegetables excellent, menu extensive they cater for all tastes highly recommend.

Fresh mixed salad with REAL TURKEY AND HAM. Not processed. The FRESH PRAWNS were sourced at the local fishmongers and still had the tang of the sea. DELICIOUS! . Will be returning soon. I love the cutlery holders. I think Abigail has an artistic vent.

I have only been on three occasions each time with a cousin.the food is first class. ihad liver &bacon; which I don't get at home as my wife not a fan of this meal .it came with five veg. how thay make a profit I don't know good plain food. my cousin eats there every week

Very warm on a hot sunny day and passed by the Bosun's while it was open- we are normally later in the day. Chairs and tables on the pavement and in the shade were very inviting and we stopped for tea and coffee, and a chat being made very welcome. We shall go back to eat- promise! Recommended and great teapot collection too!

When I feel like a quick hot lunch I often go to a traditional cafe and order the all day breakfast. It is one of the few thinks we do well in this country. Everything cooked to order and hard to get wrong. Therefore I was very disappointed with the breakfast at this cafe. The sausage was rubbery (pre-heated or tinned?) the bacon rather leathery and the egg very dry. Had it all been microwaved? The meal was very cheap but that is not the point if the food was poor. The cafe also offered a range of home cooked meals so perhaps I made a poor choice. There are so many places to eat in Worthing that I think it is better to compete on quality rather than price. Service was friendly and efficient but one of the poorest meals I have had for a long time.

We were in Worthing for the day with friends, while we were staying in Brighton. We needed a 'mid-morning' coffee and found this little cafe. We had had a large breakfast so we only need 'light bites'. The staff were really welcoming even though we neded up only having toasted chees and teas. The menu looked excellent as did the food being served to customers.

Called in as even though we live in Worthing we had never been in. Quirky is a word most people will use! Absolutely cracking little place. The cooked breakfast was excellent, the coffee lovely and Jenny (the owner) along with the waitress really friendly. The food is freshly cooked so i would imagine if the place is full you might have a small wait for food, but there is a sign telling you this! The food is worth it though. Will definitely be going back.

the roast dinner was lovely, my husband enjoyed his all day breakfast. the loo needs a lot attention,

Friendly owner and staff. Great food with loads of veg. Nice ambience and location. Thanks. Traditional menu. Quirky setting. Thanks

A very welcoming Establishment.food was wholesome and well presented.The Owner Jenny made us feel very welcome on our 4 breakfast visits.

Este es el café más antiguo y quirkiest en Worthing se sirve comida casera en el sentido más amplio. Tenía el hígado y tocino y llegó con 7 verduras! Todo por 7 libras. 00

We decided to have Breakfast at the Bosun's Café this morning, and what a good decision that was. So friendly, service excellent, food great, highly recommended.

El domingo visitamos Café bosunns 16 había reservado una mesa para dos, ya ha visitado previamente este pequeño café. Creo que

Me encantó este pequeño café. Muy amable y acogedor, cuando entras en la puerta. El desayuno es muy bueno y a un precio razonable para la calidad y el servicio. Sin duda, volveríamos si en la zona de worthing.

Nos subimos a este pequeño café para un desayuno en la lluvia. La propietaria fue muy amable y nos trataron como clientes habituales. Disfrutamos del desayuno inglés con la mejor morcilla.

Lovely friendly service and great traditional food, yummy black pudding ;) family run and Cozy kitchen style diner. Left my belongings behind and they owner let me know that she sent them next door to a very quaint beer pub so I could collect them.

Curiously pleasant experience! As other TA contributors have noted not the must high-end or typical cafe setting/layout and atmosphere and on our recent lunchtime visit the small number of customers all seemed to be regulars and retired. However, Bosuns is clearly all about traditional English fare at exceptional good value prices. Both wife and I had the Roast Chicken. In short...excellent. Large servings with an extensive variety of fresh vegetables and all cooked well. Staff/Owner very friendly and service at pleasant leisurely pace.

Feeling peckish a week or two ago whilst sipping a cider or two in the wonderful Anchored (right next door) we decided to pop into Bosuns Cafe for a sausage sandwich. Wow what a place, old fashioned and quirky and absolutely wonderful!! The very friendly waitress took my order and when I told her we were next door having a drink she offered to bring it in to us. 15 mins later two hot tasty sausage sandwiches with brown sauce (as requested) were delivered to us, on plates, by the owner with a big smile. Yum. Can't wait to return to eat in Bosuns soon and try one of the legendary roasts!

Often drop in at the weekend for brunch or lunch with my partner. Each time we visit I try to have something else but end up having the roast which never lets me down!!!! Such a huge tasty plateful normally with eight or more vegetables. The owner Jenny is a lovely person and there is normally something amusing going on. The cafe has an oldie woldi feel like your visiting your nan's house... which I love. Excellent value for money.. the puddings are always good. A friendly happy place to go.

We visited spontaneously for a spot of breakfast, hoping for a traditional British fry up - and we certainly weren't disappointed! A lovely little cafe with an eclectic seaside theme, and really friendly staff. The all day breakfast is a pick your own job, just make as many choices as you want - highly recommend the soss! None of the mass-produced rubbish you get in chains, just good honest produce cooked individually for you and served piping hot. Expect a bit of a wait for your food, but it's well worth it. Prices are very reasonable too but one brief caveat - being a small cafe they don't have the facility to take card payments, so be sure you remember your cash. All in all, highly recommended for a traditional cafe treat...

One can sit in this small café and think that one is 'at the seaside' in days of yore. It certainty brought back memories of English seaside holidays that I had with my parents. The owner was very friendly; the atmosphere great and the truly home cooked food delicious. It will certainly be on the agenda the next time we visit Worthing.

Having traipsed half way round Worthing Sunday morning looking for somewhere that did breakfast with black pudding for our friends we finally poked our heads into this little cafe...yes they do black pudding, yes to fried potatoes, yes to bubble and squeak!!! Game on...it's a funny little place, bit like sitting in granny's lounge but the warm welcome, freshly cooked food, great service and a traditional cafe atmosphere went a long way to redeeming my rained out Sunday. I'd like better coffee but otherwise I thought it excellent value for money and we will be coming back.

My wife and I often have lunch here, it is a little gem of a cafe. Although it claims to be the oldest cafe in Worthing, it is something akin to the best kept secret in town.The main meals are superb, fresh meats and loads of vegetables. Because meals are cooked to order, you may have to wait longer than you would at a fast food outlet, but the wait is definitely worth it. The staff are friendly and the tiny cafe is furnished with lots of interesting knick knacks. Highly recommended.

Gorgeous, tiny cafe. Lovely, chatty owner. Happy to make an extra gluten free choice but usually has some on the menu anyway.All fresh veg, no frozen vegetables so everything in season.Huge portions. Very reasonable prices.

Have to say this place does the best breakfasts, I love a dry up and this place uses good quality fresh produce. Best poached eggs I have ever tasted. Will be back for more!

as we walked passed bosuns cafe we hesitated and stopped to read the menu posted on the door. good decision, in we went. lovely friendly banter with the owner and chef, happy relaxed atmosphere, and the breakfast cooked fresh and as you want it. full english, tea, toast the works, would use bosuns again next time we,re in worthing. if i had one small moan it would be the 9am opening, 8 would,ve been better for us. but thats just personal. im glad we found you on trip advisor to leave a review.

Excellent home-cooked food in quirky surroundings. Not many 'covers' but each meal individually cooked. Loved the breakfast! Great value too. Lots of 'regulars' use this place.

Came here first time with parents, homely atmosphere,friendly staff and lovely food and reasonable cost : )

Came here for lunch as a treat for my Mum and Dads anniversary. Must admit I have past this quaint little place for a number of years and always thought that "my mum & Dad would love it here, I must come here one day!" Being a bit out of the main busy town area I always forgot though. Well I was right as they sure did!! The service, staff, food & atmosphere were all lovely. Really felt homely and made to feel welcome as if friends rather than customers. Lovely home cooked food from roast dinners, salads, jacket potatoes etc puddings like trifle, rice pud and banana split. I had the chicken, bacon & ham salad which was a very generous portion! It was a shame I could only manage to eat 1/2 of it but as it was so scummy I asked if I could bring it home. Jenny happily put it in a take away container for me. Generous portions but reasonable prices. My Mum and Dad liked it there so much they want to arrange a family dinner to celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary. Will definately eat here again. It was nice to see people popping in to say hello and the staff making time to stop and chat, It was very clear that all the people eating there at the same time as us had been returning customers too. Says it all really : )

The first thing you notice about this café when you walk in is its really 'homely' feel. It really does feel like walking into an old country style family kitchen. Its size makes it feel very personal (about 20 covers when full) You may need to be prepared for a bit of a wait if it is busy as all the food is cooked from scratch but it really is noticeable in the quality of the food as it all tastes home cooked and from what we have tried so far it is all cooked using good quality produce.We have only been for breakfast but I can thoroughly recommend it. I can also say that the service has been really good and completely in keeping with the style of the café - a very homely and friendly manner.If all that wasn't enough for you it's all very reasonably priced as well. We had 2 breakfasts (mine was particularly large) and 2 big mugs of tea for £10.00.In short, fresh food, great atmosphere, great service, good value.....what's not to like?

stopped at the café on way back to station from our hotel we found the breakfast was really good all freshly cooked so we had to wait a little longer than usual but it was well worth it next time we are going to try their lunches

food was the worst ive ever had in a cafe took 45 mins for my fry up to be cooked and it was terrible left most of it but the waiter was very nice

If you want freshly cooked meals then you should take time out to visit the Bosun's café, we had breakfast here and could not believe the quality of the breakfast, and the nice friendly atmosphere, would recommend to all.

This is about the 4th time i have visited this little Cafe you get a wonderful nicely cooked meal plus very good polite service will go back next time i visit Worthing i have tried other places but i always go back to the Bosun

This is a nice little cafe in a side street just off the main shopping area. It's very small with just a handful of tables and although it wasn't full when we visited there was a steady turnover of tables. The cafe itself is a bit dated and could perhaps do with a spring clean in places but the food and service were great - the breakfast is based on a 'X items' system so you literally could have any combination of items that you wanted eg bacon, eggs, sausage, beans, hash browns, mushrooms, tinned tomatoes, fresh tomatoes, black pudding, bubble and squeak and even chips! The price included toast or bread and butter (lovely bloomer bread) and also tea, coffee or squash which was nice touch as not everyone drinks hot drinks.The lady serving was very friendly and the cafe has a nice homely atmosphere, the food came quickly and was well cooked although perhaps not the greatest quality produce compared to other places we had breakfast. All in all though it was great value and the food was tasty so would definitely recommend.

One should first say this is a cafe, not a restaurant so don't expect fancy food, but as a cafe it is delightful and run by very friendly people. The prices are very cheap and the food is excellent, for breakfast or a snack, perfect! Nice decor as well.

having just stayed in Worthing, we wanted breakfast away from the hotel, and found this place, the service was excellent, and the breakfast was cooked as we waited, which makes all the difference, and it was lovely, recommend having breakfast here.