Cafe on the Green in Waveney

So they are charging 40p for a bit of chocolate dust absolutely disgusting, won’t be coming back !!!

This is a family owned business that was an absolute delight to visit last week. The customer service was just out of ths world. Such good manners from everyone and honest conversation of a caring Nature. The food itself was brilliant. great taste and very reasonable on price. All the covid cleaning was perfect and this will be my go to must see everytime im in Southwold. Even the putting was so well managed. If you want to invest in a modern company this should be on the top of your list. 5 stars all the way. Kindest regards David. email tckct@outlook.com

My wife and I stopped mid morning for a cup of coffee, Latte and Americano. You pay in the kiosk by card and then they bring it to you. The staff were friendly and helpful. We sat outside and watched the mini golf (popular). Very nice.

It was a warm day, with a gentle breeze, and we fancied just an ice cream. So decided to sit on the open terrace, and watch the putting too. We both opted for the vanilla ice cream....... certainly had the wow factor. Very friendly.

Good coffee, but it took over 20 minutes to actually get the coffee. I would not go back, there were plentiful other choices.

Popped here for an ice cream yesterday and the manager was really friendly and accommodating for our group of 8. The only negative was one of the staff that served and brought food to our table was a bit rude!!

Called in hear this morning and turned us away becos they don’t open for 15 min so 3 of us now looking for somewhere else to spend our hard earned money Wast of time and poor management would have been happy to sit and wait but was pushed out of the gate will not recommend or try again

Very friendly with good distancing and hand cleansing. Limited snack menu but fresh and tasty and worth a visit

In the current climate of COVID-19 it strikes me that this cafe seems to completely lack any regard for it's hygiene. On a hot day we decided to buy two 99 ice creams to my complete surprise the staff who had just served others (and was not wearing any protective equipment) then began to handle the cone, machine, and change before going to the tills, getting some change, walking back and then served the next couple in the exact same way. With no hand hygiene in between and directly coming into contact with food. Staff were also observed to both be using the till at the same time within close proximity.If they can't keep infection prevention in mind during a pandemic, it makes you think what is it like the rest of the time!

Took our group of senior ladies there. Enjoyed a round of putting followed by tea and cake. The weather was a bit chilly and we were accommodated inside for our tea. Made to feel most welcome by the owner and staff. We will go again. Thoroughly recommend.

On holiday in Southwold literally just up the road from here so saw this little cafe the first day and vowed to return later in the week which we did. On Saturday when we saw it there was hardly a seat to be had it was that busy but today being a week day (Tuesday 17th) it was much quieter. A lovely place to play putting (?) or in our case watch other people! A small selection of sandwiches and cake and a choice of different ice creams. We went for the soup of the day which was either tomato or vegetable and came very nicely presented with a warm bread roll and a little dish of herby croutons. It looked lovely and tasted lovely, however the soup which had been described on the menu as "warm your cockles with a steaming bowl of soup" was lukewarm at best! To be fair we probably should have sent it back and if we hadn't have been so hungry we would have, just to ask them to heat it up as there was nothing else wrong with it at all. Anyway, relatively easy accessibility although a little bit bumpy in places along the edge of the green but would be fine for wheelchairs etc

Much better than it looks from the outside, excellent cuppa and bacon bap. Seating inside and a warm welcome then, when the rain stops, have a go at the putting green.

Passed this many times but it was only after reading the write ups we thought to visit - it’s only across the road from the pier but light years away from the cafe there. Large portions, healthy options or just coffee and ice cream.

~Always a nice welcome with the excellent coffee and sheltered from the wonderful east wind overlooking the Sea (wish it wasnt so grey all the time), would highly recommend.

It was raining. Hard. We needed shelter away from the high prices on the pier and the crowds. And the wind and rain. Now. We didn't want to play golf (though that looked nice). We needed something warm and nice for lunch. We came, we saw and we ate. Bacon butties and coffee £5 each. Just fantastic. Served with sauces if you want. Nice place. Small. About ten seats inside. Lots outside. Good in bad weather. Better in good. Heaven in the midst of the storm.

We tried this lovely cafe a few years ago on one of our regular visits to Southwold and now it is a "must-visit" place everytime. Although they may close over the winter months - I can't remember!! The coffee and cakes area great but it is the friendliness of the staff and atmosphere here which I love. If you want to relax in the sun and not pay the higher prices that are charged on the pier then I would recommend you try it. You can even play on the putting green for a small fee.

A lovely dog friendly café with comfy seats. Relax with a cup of tea or a fruity milkshake and watch some of the visitors enjoy a game of putt

Called in with Children for an ice cream. Not very friendly, but possibly just the one person that served us - not a great impression!

Absolutely brilliant. Took me back to my childhood. There was always a lovely little cafe like this at the beach. Real touch of nostalgia

It's nice to stop off here for a relaxing cuppa. Sit and watch those putting around the green; it can sometimes be quite amusing. I have played badly before, so I guess others have been amused too.

As soon as i walked through the door i was greeted with a friendly and warm welcome, they lady and gent were super friendly and even carried my drinks to the table, the pricing is right and dont over charge you like some of these other cafes. Outside or inside seating so have a good choice and also good choice on the menu. This place is also within walking distance of all essential attractions southwold has to offer

It was our first visit. We were going to go on the pier but it looked far too busy. We saw this little café and thought we would try it. So glad we did.

I took my partially sighted friend Johann for a game of golf on the putting green and as you can imagine it took quite some time to finish the game.

We arrived in Southwold for our yearly week away and came straight to the Cafe on the Green for lunch, the outdoor seating is very nice and there was plentyof umbrellas for those preferring some shade. We ordered our food and it was brought out speedy and efficiently, even with all our special requests. There were alot of wasps but that is to be expected in the nice warm weather, the staff were very attentive though and cleared away plates straight away to try to stop the wasps from coming. Lovely big pots of tea!

Went here for a quick cuppa at about 3pm and was really pleased to get good quality piping hot tea. Sat and relaxed and watched people play pitch and putt which was nice and was then treated to the lovely voice of Paddy doing a bit of live singing. Apparently he does a couple of hours on Sundays. Worth going just for him. Comfortable chairs and sofas outside as well. Only reason it didn't get 5 stars was because the coffe cake wasn't good. Didn't taste of coffee and had something like raspberry puree poured over it that really didn't compliment the cake. First time in living memory I've left cake! Especially coffee cake which is may fav.

We visited here twice during the week. It was just for coffee, but that was o really nice coffee in a lovely setting overlooking the putting green. Service was very good. Ordered in the cafe and it was brought out. Really couldn't fault it.

Delicious sandwiches and cake, lovely coffee served by friendly staff, grandchildren enjoyed the putting whilst we sat in the sunshine.

What lovely surroundings to sit and eat lunch in, very pretty. We only had sandwiches and cakes here after trekking along the beach from Kessingland so were pretty hungry and thirsty. The sandwiches were very nice but I wish they wouldn't cut the crusts off!!! They weren't half as filling as they should've been. Still a lovely little place though.

Definately worth a visit. Friendly staff, excellent location (directly opposite the pier) and a little round of mini golf finished off with an excellent selection of ice creams or a cream tea. What are you waiting for, visit when you get the chance. We do everytime we visit Southwold and have been back at least 15 times, and counting.

There were 5 of us that came to this Cafe especially to have refreshments and then play on the putting green which is great. There is plenty of seating under canopies outside. It is a lovely peaceful place to relax just opposite the pier. The staff are really friendly.

They serve a reasonable coffee, and while you are here you can watch the putting on the green. Friendly place for a nice cuppa!

Had a super cream tea sitting in the sun..well recommended Staff friendly and also very dog friendly, offering my dog water and biscuits Thank you 😁

Me And my daughter have tried ice cream All over Southwold And this was by far the best whippy ice cream weve had, very friendly And welcoming staff!

Had a great experience stopping here for 99P and Coffee. Friendly staff, even gave the dogs a treat so everyone got to enjoy

Enjoyed a round of putting which was then followed by a great pot of tea. The staff were very friendly and helpful and nothing was too much trouble.

It was at the end of our walk and handy place to stop and recharge with a cup of tea. Good service lovely china teapots and cups and saucers. Lovely gardens to look at.

Great place to sit in the sun - very friendly staff, made us feel very welcome even tho it was close to closing time - very dog friendly (free doggie treat)

What a wonderful find this place was. We visited a couple of times during our holiday in the summer. On both occasions we were all made to feel very welcome, including our dog. Both service and food are brilliant. Everything is very clean and organised. On the second occasion they had a very large group there and still service was very good. This place is a credit to the people who run it.

A delightful cup of tea in sunny southwold; in comfortable surroundings. Staff friendly and professional .

This is the best place for ice cream tea coffee and shmoo milkshake. They do cream teas too and not too expensive. A 18 hole putting green too. We had our dog too who was made to feel very welcome. Delicious choices of ice cream and a Mr whippy too. Yummy definately recommend for old and you g could singles and families. Thank you.

Fridge cake was very good, as was the Victoria sponge. Good coffee and reasonably priced coke. Pleasant surroundings.

Relaxing café with an excellent cup of tea. The putting green provided great entertainment for the family. Good cakes and lovely ice-creams

Visited for a mid-morning drink. Food great value for money. Good place if you have children to entertain, as you can sit with a cup of tea whilst watching them play on the putting green. Kind and prompt service. Definitely worth a visit - calmer and more peaceful than the pier!

Family party had great game of putting , good value for money , friendly and efficient service . Followed by coffees and ice creams , did not have food but it looked lovely .

Stopped here twice during our week in Southwold. Once for coffees and another time for cream teas. The scones (which were warm) were delicious - as good as home made - and large and both jam and clotted cream were plentiful. Food on other tables (sandwiches etc) looked very tasty too. The added bonus is that you can enjoy the sunshine but in the shade as there are large canopies you can sit under (also handy if it rains) Naturally, we also came back for a round of putting which is fun.

Southwold is ruined by the crowds, even through the week in summer. But go to this cafe on the green....

A wonderful place to relax and have try some of the delicious home made sandwiches and cream teas, great selection...

stopped on our explore round southwold for a cup of tea and a sandwich .... best cup of tea in Southwold - went back next day and played a round of golf

We had a lovely ice cream here the first time we visited, then the following day asked if they did sandwiches. We ate outside next to the putting green on one of the tables and both the food and the service were excellent. I had a Stilton ploughmans which came with a very generous amount of cheese, warm rolls, chutney and lots of very fresh salad. My husband had the special which was a chicken, bacon and salad sandwich in lovely fresh bread, a very decent salad and some Pringles. Our daughter had a child's tuna salad - half portion of fresh bread, salad and Pringles which she enjoyed, The tea and coffee were also excellent. We came back later for another ice cream!

The cafe has lovely ice creams and friendly staff. Little ones are entertained by watching the putting green or having a go themselves. Plenty of comfortable outdoor seating.

With the sun shining and a lovely warm breeze from the beach, my wife, son and I played a round of 18 holes. Before we started there was a good range of putters to choose from as well as many coloured gold balls too. After our game we sat down and ordered some sandwiches: tuna mayonnaise; and bacon, chicken, tomato and lettuce. Overall, lovely venue for putting and delightful sandwiches.

Fabulous green for putting. Great friendly welcome. Tea and coffee with cake. What more can you ask for? This little business deserves every success. Already half way there wonderful proprietors.

Great location on the seafront to enjoy 18 holes of putting flooded by some great cake. Very popular.

Great when the sun's out, the scones were delicious and the two of us had a round of 18 holes on the putting green, which was £3.50 per person. Very good value.

Very lovely spot opposite the pier. Reasonable price considering it's position. Good food and friendly staff

After a 18 hole round of pitch and putt with 5 giggly ladies we went into this cafe which was right in the edge of the putting green where we sat for mid afternoon tea/coffee,scones and ice cream.Service was very good, all drinks were hot and scones were large and yummy.

We had lunch here on a sunny Saturday in May, it was very pleasant sitting outside the in the sunshine.The menu is relatively simple, mainly sandwiches and cakes. However the quality and presentation of the sandwiches was excellent. We ate as group of 4 adults, each having a sandwich, a cake and a couple of drinks each. The price was very reasonable at around £12 per head.We will definitely return again when next in Southwold on a sunny day!

We popped in here looking for a quick cuppa and a comfy seat and what a lovely place. Friendly staff, great food and tea in such a lovely setting. A real sun trap away from the crowds watching the fun of pitch and putt. This place is just perfect and we will make this our regular stop every time now and have a quick game too! A great place to visit!

This little place looks very inviting as it looks so clean and fresh. The staff are very friendly too. We only had hot drinks but sat on the comfy seats out of the wind and it turned out to be a real sun trap. If it gets chilly there are blankets available to cover you up- what a great idea! There is also a putting green on site too!

Visited at least once day whilst in Southwold. Best Latte I've had for a long time. Brilliant putting green which some members of the family enjoyed while the rest of us chilled enjoying high quality food and ice cream even the dog had a bonio. We wish them every success for the summer season.

Popped in here for tea and cake. Friendly staff and nicely presented tea and good tasty cake. Papers on hand and local books to read. Crazy golf also here for adults and children. Very pleasant little cafe.

Here on a nice sunny day although a little windy so please with the sheltered area.Coffee & tea were good tea cakes etc. Also temping.Good parking nearby next to the pier, only a couple of tables inside so not really any good for a rainy day.

Very convenient location for the beach huts. The café is situated right opposite the pier. We purchased ice creams a number of times from their little window. They offer soft whipped ice creams (99s) and also scoop ice creams.We were disappointed with the offerings at the pier and were glad we tried this place.

The pier was very crowded on a very hot September day but just across the road there was ample shaded seating at this nice little cafe. Coffee and cake was good and the young staff were cheerful and efficient. No credit cards.

A bit of a hidden gem this one, opposite the pier and through the hedge you will find the golf putting green and Cafe on the Green. Perfect place to spend a Sunday afternoon with a cup of tea or coffee and a decent sandwich. The day I visited, it was lovely and warm and sunny, so chose an ice cream and sat soaking-up the sunshine and listening to a very pleasant jazz group that was playing in front of the cafe.

i have visited many cafes and this one wasn't one of the best. i thought the prices were very expensive, £6 for a sandwich isn't what im used to paying. i ordered a pot of tea a cappuchino and 2 cheese scones. the capuccino wasn't very nice and appeares to tast like it came from a packet. the scone were served warm which was nice but they didn't taste very cheesy the only saving grace was the tea which was leaf tea and very nice to drink

Called in this afternoon for a quick coffee and a piece of cake. Settled on the caramel apple cake with a nice coffee.

Rounded off a game of putting here with some hot and cold drinks which were reasonably priced. It was lovely to sit under the sunshades and cool off a bit while we totalled up our scores.

Peaceful, relaxing place away from the hustle and bustle of the Pier. Polite and friendly service. Generous cake portions.

After lunch on the pier and a walk up and down the path by the sea, we stopped off here before returning to the car park, and on a lovely sunny day as it was, it really was ideal to sit out under the parasols on the green. You can see the sea and beach but you're not in the madness of it, and its a little bit quieter and spot on for sitting and having tea and ice cream. The ice cream was excellent, a firm favourite with the kids, and the drinks were fine although we noticed the food seemed expensive. There's a putting green right next to it (not intrusive though) so it really is a great spot to sit and take half an hour out.

Lovely to play putting here--followed by cup of tea.Excellent service & friendly staff.Always made to feel very welcome.Love the way the milk is served in little milk churns

The sandwich lunches are amazing, really good portions and not expensive, very friendly and good service, dogs welcome, would return time and time again.

Very well organised little café with polite staff - we enjoyed sitting under the shade of an umbrella watching the action on the putting green - only called in for a cup of earl grey so can't comment on the food on offer - it was a pleasant place though to sit in the sun for a brief while before continuing our meanderings

Had a lovely lunch of freshly made sandwiches which came with salad and crisps. The staff were very friendly and efficient coping with several customers. Did not have to wait long for service and everyone seemed happy in their work. Good experience and we went back later for ice-cream!

Located on the putting green. Had a round of putting then sat and had cream tea. Nice location, nice tea, good service. We returned again later for more tea and ice cream!

I visited here with family in late July. It was a Sunday afternoon and they had a jazz band playing, which was great. We sat in the sun and watched people playing mini golf. We only had lunch but the sandwiches and coffees were good - and the service helpful and friendly. I'll go back!

Sadly time was very short, so after walking along the pier, just wanted an ice cream to round off the visit before setting off.Didn't go in or sit down, but had a lovely delicious ice cream - with a flake - and why not.

Called in for coffee n cake.... Had a cream tea... It was really nice and very large! Lovely in the nice weather....But don't know how nice in would be in the rain

Couldn't think of a better place to while away an hour or two but on the putting green and refreshments after!! (or during!!)Friendly staff

Took my family here this week. Great little cafe with a vast choice of drinks, made and served properly for a change unlike the larger chain cafes!! Enough food on the menu to cater for most taste buds and from what I saw, it looked lovely, especially the cakes. It's situated on an 18 hole putting green, the green itself is well kept, shame about the edges. Overgrown hedges and weeds. Staff are well dressed and ever so pleasant, made to feel very welcomed. Definitely will return for a rematch and coffee with the delicious ice cream they sell.

Good quality food,selection of coffees .but the menu was small.but overall good.also it as putting greenWell layer out.

Much improved since I was here last and a good spot to sit and have lunch, tea/coffee or just a snack. Sits opposite the pier and includes a well kept Putting Green (even if the heads of the putters fall off from time to time!). One day (Sunday I think) we walked past there was music playing.

Serves a very nice coffee and a good bacon roll. Lovely location with just that little shelter from the sea breezes with plenty of seats.

You have everything you need here.A good spot to sit and have lunch, tea/coffee or cream tea.All beside a well kept Putting Green and sometimes you may be lucky to have Live Music on a Sunday afternoon playing mostly Jazz; weather permitting.This place has come along way since the new owner took over and his passion and dedication shows throughout.

The weekend of 24/25th of October saw the world putting championships held at the Southwold putting green ( opposite the pier ) the final was played out between the two top seeds - Linda and Mark Almond from Luton and Jenny and David Payne from Harpenden. The 18 hole course was as ever in tip top condition - and the weather conditions perfect. There was some consternation when Mark Almond produced his " flesh coloured ball " but his disreputable tactics were to no avail and despite the excellent play of his parter Linda - the Almonds eventually were hammered by the low scoring cool and confident Paynes. The Paynes retain their current world number ones ranking. The Almonds are Number twos.

Called here for an early lunch on a lovely sunny day so enjoyed sitting outside next to the Mini Golf course. We enjoyed a cheese & pickle sandwich & chicken sandwich made with delicious brown bread both served with salad & crisps. The salad was dressed with balsamic vinegar & had sliced grapes in it which was different. The only negative was the chairs weren't very comfortable. Very good service with friendly staff.

Stopped here for some lunch. Thought it would be reasonable as no sea view, and not too swanky looking. A smoked salmon bagel cost. £6.75 and was made from trimmings. Completely unpalatable and a huge disappointment.

Stopped here for a coffee and ice cream with familyThe cafe is nicely set back from the busy seafront (only just across the road) slightly away from the pier that tends to be very busy and expensiveThe staff are very friendly and the coffee is greatHighly recommended for a refuel!

Lovely place, a little expensive but worth it, had the best cup of tea ive ever had in a cafe, a nice proper cup of tea, staff lovely and attentive x

What's not to like about this lovely little cafe on Southwold's putting green? We only had tea - good-sized pots, served with milk in gorgeous miniature churns - I was dubious about their pouring ability, but they did a great job. However, I understand there are also sandwiches and cakes available. I spend hours at the putting green each summer watching my children and have said so many times in the past that I could kill for a cup of tea while doing so - clearly someone was listening! The chairs are comfortable too and I felt absolutely no pressure to vacate the table once the tea had been finished. (I also thoroughly recommend the homemade Wendy's fudge - we couldn't resist the chocolate orange and lemon cheesecake flavours. They are gorgeous!)

A superb spot to meet up with friends. We'd travelled from mid and South Suffolk, Southend, Tiptree, and near Chelmsford to meet up for the afternoon in Southwold, before moving further north for the evening. This was the perfect place for a welcome pot of tea and coffee, and a relaxing sit down outside in the sun, whilst watching numerous families enjoying a trip around the putting green. Non-drip teapots, charming milk churns, and beautifully blended coffee! The owners were very good hosts - friendly, informative, interested....even extending an invitation for us to stay and eat our picnic, with the offer plates too! Of course, this earned them a couple more orders!

It couldn't get more British - tea and cakes at the seaside in the glorious sunshine with the beach to one side and kids and granddads on the putting green to the other! Very clean cabin run by friendly staff bringing the drinks to the table. A couple of stalls selling fudge, jigsaws etc adding to the Britishness. Brilliant.

Fantastic little find opposite the pier. Kids played pitch and putt and the adults watched from the tables drinking tea and coffee. Lovely selection of ice creams, food looked very nice. Had a couple of stalls selling bracelets and home made fudge. A really nice hour spent on a sunny morning and the kids got a lolly at the end!

A sweet and simple cafe. Have a coffee then a round on the adjoining putting green. Very reasonably priced.

What a lovely cafe ran by 3 (I think) really nice mature guys. It is the sort of place you want to sit at comfortably for a couple of hours and people watch, with the sound of Mr Punch in the back ground whilst eating glorious cream teas with proper cream not squirty! They have a putting green with 18 holes which are laid out so close together I tied myself in knots but still never got the ball in the hole! The food looked good the coffee was great and theft had a Jazz Band playing called Cool Blue I think and they were quite old but he'll were they good. What a wonderful afternoon we had, putting scones, jazz and coffee, not what I expected at all. Thank you chaps

We have been here a couple of times, once for tea and cake and once just for ice cream. Lovely staff, cakes were really good and nice place to sit and watch people play on the putting green. Second time we just had ice cream but what gorgeous ice cream it was - salted caramel for me and strawberry for him indoors. Scrummy! If I have a tiny criticism it is that the area just behind the seating could be tidied up asthere are bricks and some garden clutter but that's me just being picky!

Always have a game of putting when we visit Southwold followed by tea/coffee.Always made to feel very welcome.

Enjoyed a quiet 5 minutes away from the busy pier and beaches in the sunshine. Served by a very friendly couple. Ice cream was delicious. We didn't have a meal or drink but there was plenty of choice and looked good.A perfect place to take a break in the afternoon sunshine.

The cafe has a putting green and although we didn't use this as it was raining, this is a nice place to stop off for a coffee. It's location is close to the pier. A very good coffee and friendly service which made us feel very welcome.

We had a family group of nine of us, including two wheelchairs and the two gentlemen who greeted us, made us feel so welcome. Tables and chairs were rearranged to accommodate the wheelchairs and so we could all sit round the same table for lunch. The same guys took our order, which was just sandwiches and drinks and everyone's food was brought out at the same time. Nothing was too much trouble for them, even to the point of getting my mum a squirt of Alo vera cream for her a bite she had got whilst walking. An then to cap it all, they gave us a group discount of 10% without asking for it. It was only lunch but they gave fantastic service and made us all feel welcome. Thank you