Driftwood Cafe in Havant

Fantastic cream tea. Lovely staff, good prices

Lovely place for any chance dining out. Food is top notch and staff are lovely.

The food is nice enough I just think it’s overpriced for what you get. Eggs served on one slice of toast for around £8. Toast as a breakfast item: £5. I don’t quite get why it’s so busy as there are many other breakfast options in Emsworth. I could not really relax during my meal as there was a queue of people outside staring through the window whilst waiting for a table and some overexcited people talking/shouting inside, dogs barking etc ..on the plus side the little garden room at the back looks great a nice addition

Service is rubbish have to wait outside in cold and rain for table; then get in and we’ll hurry you / and you not a regular well no luck / breakfast cold no swaps which in this day and age I find most bazaar

Great venue for lunch. Well looked after and tasty food. Many thanks. Chris and family.

Good coffee here. But the sliding door in the back building was open, closed, left open and so on.

We have visited here a few times in the last couple months , we love the atmosphere , the energy and politness of the young girls waitressing , we were seated almost immediately and drinks were brought out promptly whist deciding what to have for breakfast.The food came out pretty quick and was lovely as always.I find you are ok whilst ordering what is on the menu, but if you ask for any changes of any additional items this becomes costly.I don't mind paying for extras but 1 x field mushroom £2 for a regular size mushroom, I think this is extortionate. Just a word of advice be mindful of any extra's but don't let that put you off it really is a lovely cosy place,friendly , dog friendly too.

Lovely lunch in Emsworth! This cafe is really cute, food is simple but freshly homemade and with an authentic taste. Friendly service and honest prices! Would really recommend

Poor service. Had to ask for a clean glass. Had to ask twice for a knife as the waitress forgot the first time. Seemed like it was too much trouble. Had to ask for an actual copy of the bill as I was just given the card machine with an amount on. Pancakes we're "home made and fluffy" tasted very far from home made and certainly weren't fluffy. Maybe we just went on an off day but we personally wouldn't rush back. 😕

First visit to Emsworth in a few years - found Driftwood & are definitely going to be returning. Emsworth is a lovely town with waterfront walks and some super fun shops, Driftwood is the ultimate spot for a relaxed spot of lunch served with confidence and a touch of humour. Great menu, very daily priced, staff are personable & friendly - food was lovely with strong Gluten Free options also!! Well worth a visit!

Lovely cappuccino as always and staff are friendly. Quick service, would recommend. Good selection on the menu. Try it you won’t be disappointed!

This was our first visit with no queue on entry however we did arrive between breakfast finishing and lunch starting. We sat at a recently vacated table that was immediately cleaned before seating. Drinks ordered taken within a couple of minutes and food order swiftly followed. We were advised kitchen sourced items and cakes/afternoon tea items could arrive at the table different times…which was nice to be advised. Both our orders arrived promptly despite being very busy on a Sunday morning. All waiting staff were young, very efficient, warm and friendly with a ‘can do attitude’ Our food was well presented with great taste and of a high quality. Finally really nice, clean well presented loos too! Well worth a visit.

Delicious food, cakes and coffee. Staff very pleasant and welcoming. We always pop in when we are in the area. Pretty garden too.

What a lovely little cafe/restaurant, very warm cheeky welcome, I absolutely loved the decor and warm feeling. The 3 other diners with me all had amazing dishes, my macaroni cheese could have been a little more flavoursome. Sorry 😐 but I did love this place apart from that one issue. I would definitely recommend

I didn’t have a great time here. Won’t be coming back to this place. My dog and I were in the backyard/open space of the cafe. My dog has weed on the tree and the not so friendly lady approached me and told me and my dog to go out because dogs should not use it as a toilet. There’s no sign saying not to let dogs wee there, also place said it’s dog friendly. She even told the old woman not to put the dog on her lap while she’s sitting on a chair. I don’t mind if they tell you in a polite manner.. but the way she spoke was very unwelcoming. Food does not taste great anyway. I bet she is the manager.. but she should learn to talk in a nice way to people.

Love place . Setting is beautiful, particularly in spring time sunshine. However, food has down in standard. A simple panini made to be tasteless and uninteresting. Such a shame as the Driftwood did use to serve tasteful food.

Really lovely food and friendly staff

Didn't even get in the door! On a cold and wet February day they left us standing outside to wait for a seat. We could see that there were tables available inside. So we went elsewhere.

A lovely place for coffee and a cake, nice surroundings and pleasant staff!

It is a lovely place to chill and have some delicious food.

Good Service, Coffee ok, a tad overpriced!

It looks just like a caff but it’s much much more. The menu is varied from interesting sandwiches, paninis to jacket potatoes and I think there is a lunch menu. The staff are well mannered, bright young girls but by no means amateurs. They are pleasant, efficient and have been well trained. There’s an interesting option of having a cup of soup with some of the choices. There are plenty of staff and the service is fast but not hurried. Also the place is bigger than you think with an outside courtyard and at the far end a glass fronted extension with log burner stove that we want to try next time. I shouldn’t be raving about Driftwood as this is what a café should be but unfortunately rarely are. We’ve been to Emsworth many times and missed this place as it’s just a bit further from the square; but we won’t be going anywhere else in future - and it’s licensed !!

Great cafe for lunch! Food was fresh, home made and generous portions. Highly recommend the coronation chicken for lunch and orange polenta cake for a treat. Despite being busy on a Saturday, the staff were still super polite and very efficient seating guests and serving. Fantastic team!

Great food great coffee great staff. Worth a visit or two

Tea was good 🐢 -J Very good. -C Lovely staff - B Our family was very pleased with our morning refreshments The atmosphere was chilled and plesent

Met a friend of ours on Sunday for breakfast the menu is fairly simple which us how we like it.The staff are friendly and attentive and the service 5 star I opted for the full English my wife the veggy option and our friend a bacon and egg roll. The order was dealt with in good time and the food was good quality. The only thing I and my wife would really complain about,and we should have sent them back,was the fresh tomatoes were almost raw which just took the edge off. Next time I will have them well done, but other than that, will definitely go back

I never write a poor review. I always look for the good and to others’ perspectives. But my experience here was so below standard I feel it’s important to share and for managers to learn. We arrived for a breakfast and the waitress was warm and welcoming. We were instantly drawn to ‘Kay’ the manager’s energy as she waltzed around dressed all in black like a black cloud around the place. Snapping and being short with the team who appeared timid and by our views- were doing their best. The manager made everyone in the ‘pod’ feel uncomfortable the way she came in and out like on patrol. Her energy and vibe was tense and unfriendly and customers on different tables were locking eyes and noticing this. When we went to pay we smiled and thanked her and she stuck her nose in the air and turned her cheek. Not the charm and culture that encompasses Emsworth. Management need training from the rest of the team who we all agreed need a medal for being in the receiving ended of her diva-energy. Uncomfortable and unwelcome.

Had a lovely breakfast with my wife and our dear friend today a lovely atmosphere and great service,the only thing that spoilt it for me was the fresh tomato was under cooked next time i will ask for it to be well cooked hence 4 stars.

Driftwood is always our first port of call when visiting Emsworth. The cafe is exceptional with great food, coffee and team. It is great to sit in the courtyard in the summer and by the fire in the winter. It looks great at Christmas too.

Driftwood is always our first port of call when visiting Emsworth. The cafe is exceptional with great food, coffee and team. It is great to sit in the courtyard in the summer and by the fire in the winter. It looks great at Christmas too.

Lovely food, and great service. Will be back!

Lovely food, freezing garden room!!! We mentioned how cold it was, hardly any pellets put on the fire. Electric heater turned off. Colder than outside ... just not good enough. Warm in the main cafe ... we were told afterwards we could have asked to move ... not helpful!

It's always, a pleasure to come to Driftwood. Today we parked in Beach Road and walked along the rather muddy foreshore. Timing spot on and a Table awaited. Lunch of Fresh Orange Juice, beer for my wife and two "Winter Toasties". A delicious concoction of Chicken / Turkey with Cranberry and a beautiful, well dressed, Salad. Service good, as ever and, warm and toasty within - apart from the monsoon outside. The negative note came with the Coffee. I am a non Tea drinking Coffee addict, and Macciato is my chosen brew. Really bitter. Not sure if you have changed supplier, but my wife declined a Coffee as she said she hadn't enjoyed it last time... But will return, obviously. Hayling Seagoon

Very busy as usual, so you know it's popular!!

Lovely little place! Great coffee. Delicious good quality food. Friendly staff. Fast service.

Had a really nice lunch here, the food was lovely and the staff were fantastic.

The best cafe in Emsworth. We came here for a 30th birthday breakfast - the staff couldn’t have been more friendly and the food was absolutely delicious.

Tastefully decorated with very yummy food at sensible prices. All the staff were lovely and helpful. Will be going again for the beautifully light cheese scones and large range of cakes!

Visited for the second time in two weeks - both times opted for homemade soup and panini - both visits first class. The service is friendly and efficient including the lady that appears to be the Manager. Very welcoming and smart - great first impression. All staff are very friendly and nothing is too much trouble. First visit had the butternut squash soup and yesterday the mushroom soup / both very tasty and great consistency, paninis also delicious with lovely garnish. Also had coffees and cakes which I couldn’t fault. Reasonably priced and all very clean. The garden is delightful and the room at the back of the garden looks so welcoming with a fire and blankets for warmth if needed and very welcoming. My new favourite place for a spot of lunch in Emsworth.

Beautiful cafe situated in emsworth high street. Very cosy but lots of seating. Outdoor garden space and a separate indoor glass are for people with dogs. Sat in glass area as had a dog, very cosy and warm and extra blankets provided if needed. Table service and staff were very friendly. Ordered cakes and tea. Scone was freshly baked and delicious. Range of sounds and sarnies pain is etc available too. Toilets where modern and clean. Would recommend if in the area.

Excellent breakfast, with locally sourced produce! Nice coffee and friendly, efficient service

Nice place to drop in, lovely cheese scones and good coffee and happy service, one of the better stops along with other delicious snacks

Lovely location, food and service. I had coronation chicken on jacket potato and I can honestly say it was the best coronation chicken I’ve ever had. They also had some unusual soups on offer which my wife had. That was delicious too! As a sweet treat, I had bread and butter pudding…. Again, this was delicious!

An excellent cafe, serving good coffee & cake selection. An interesting brunch menu also.

Coffee was only average and overpriced . Menu stated my macaroni cheese came with carrot/sultana/poppyseed salad, what I received was an average Mac/cheese with a very limp salad with two sliced cherry tomatoes , not impressed , on the plus side the staff are nice.

The atmosphere was amazing here, we were quick to be served even though it was busy on a Sunday morning. Coffee was lovely and the food was nice too. The outside was really done up nice and would really recommend going here. The staff were very nice as well and our breakfast (pancakes and bacon) was so nice!! would go again :)

Queued in cold - seated by polite team member. Waited over 15 minutes to order a drink. Then 30 minutes plus for sausage baps… Sausages, two small ones sliced lengthways, were lost in an airy ‘Westbourne bap’ - additional fried egg was ‘snotty’. Distinctly underwhelming...

Really cute cafe. we sat in the outhouse which was really cosy. They had blankets on the chairs as it was winter time. I had the panini and a cream tea, which was pleasant but it was more the atmosphere enjoyed. Good for brunch / afternoon tea.

Really cute place, very reasonable priced. Very very good overall. Also gave us blankets to keep warm. Had a small fire going. Perfect for brunch.

Went for lunch today Sunday 29th oct. Both had panini with different filling, both very nice. I chose tuna & asked for some horseradish with the tuna, this was served separately in a very small pot. I’d say two small teaspoons worth. Paid the bill...

Disappointed by having only 1 vegan option on the menu of many lunch choices. A humus sandwich. Not very inspiring and not comparable with non vegan options in terms of ingredients, complexity and imagination. The coffee with oat milk was lovely as was the vegan...

Love this place. Always welcoming and lovely food.

Very tasty breakfast and coffee.

An independent cafe that is always worth a visit. Is it the best in Emsworth? Will leave you to decide.

Lovely food very friendly accommodating staff

Great food, great service, lovely place to eat

First class cafe highly recommend

Fabulous find tucked away, breakfasts to die for, staff all friendly, this will be our regular breakfast hang out now

I have been here multiple times now and absolutely love it! Whether it's breakfast or lunch, there is always some lovely food to choose from (and cake!!). The service was a 4 this time only because I asked for some cakes to be put in a takeaway bag for me and for some reason she made me stand outside and then took ages to actually bring them out, I had to go back in and they were just on the side melting away... However the cakes were amazing!

I went to pay for lunch and was surprised by the price as it was obviously not right. I queried it politely with them but the senior staff member seemed unable to find our itemised bill. She got a calculator to work out the cost...

Prebooked a table for 3 but big fuss about the table on arrival. Food was average in quality and taste, coffee lukewarm. Over hyped.

Fabulous find. Went 3 times on our holiday in West Sussex from Edinburgh. Great service, outstanding food and very dog friendly. highly recommended.

This is a very popular cafe in Emsworth due to the quality of the produce used in its dishes. Prices are a little on the high side to reflect this. It's always welcoming and food is always delicious. Lovely pot of tea, served quickly. I would recommend a visit when having a wander around the Mill pond and small shopping area.

Great place for a coffee and croissant

Tried to book for a 93rd birthday but was told in an unfriendly manner they don’t take bookings - not impressed!

Popped in late morning after a walk around Emsworth. Very enjoyable food and the best coffee I have had in a long long time. Even our dog was on her best behaviour. Definitely go back again before we return home.

Great little cafe with a great selection of cakes and food. Dog friendly as well and the back garden is lovely.

Fantastic brunch spot! My salmon and eggs were to die for. Really lovely ambience too.

Came Tuesday Afternoon, very quiet around 3 tables inside. Waited outside for 20 minutes to be seated, went in to ask if we could have a garden table with our dog and was rudely addressed by the staff, no apology for ignoring us while they stood round the coffee machine looking out the window. Told us that we needed wait, had said we had been for 20 minutes and then she argued that. Won’t be coming back, nothing like the one in West Wittering, can’t comment on the food imagine it’ll be alright if you ever actually get seated. Walked around to cafe Moka, staff welcoming and service and food was fab!

Food is always lovely here, with great service

A gorgeous gem of a place in Emsworth! We stopped off for coffee and cake. Coffee was fabulous and cakes were good too. Staff all super friendly and efficient. One of the best tea rooms I have found in the area with the most wonderful garden in the back like a little oasis. Highly recommend.

Fantastic food, staff and ambience. The seated garden area is fabulous. Not in the harbour area or route but well worth the couple of minutes walk from Emsworth centre.

Quiche & salad expensive at £14!

Lovely little find. Dog friendly courtyard area and garden room

Stopped off in Emsworth for coffee on the way to Portsmouth and The Driftwood was recommended by a friendly local. The place was bustling by 10:30, but we didn't have long to wait to get seated. Staff extremely welcoming and helpful. As you would expect in a coastal town, there was a distinct marine vibe to the decor but it was tastefully done, with paintings by local artists featuring large. The scones were super fresh and fluffy and the coffee was good quality. The Flat White could have been made a little stronger but that is a minor criticism. A pleasant experience all round.

The food is OK and a bit expensive, it is a well presented place. Servers forgot some extras we asked for, but overall an OK experience.

Great little spot, doesn’t look that big from the outside but opens up into another courtyard and outside seating as well. Good quality food.

A disappointing visit to Driftwood Cafe on Saturday. The staff were friendly and helpful but the food was not as good as on a previous visit. Starting with the positives, the flat white was very good, and very hot which is what I requested. It...

Delicious breakfast, super friendly staff. Highly recommend. We will be back!

Little gem of a restaurant, at first glance the venue doesn't look too big but its like stepping into a tardis, the garden area and gazebo seating area is lovely. Have only been once bjt was very impressed so u can't wait to go again. Very good food, freindly staff and quite reasonably prices.

Nice atmosphere, especially in the outdoor seating area. Food was tasty and portions were fine.

First time here. Sat in the Garden and had a tasty salmon and cream cheese sandwich with coleslaw and salad and a peroni. Will return.

Great breakfast. Not cheap but worth it. Great service and a lovely atmosphere. Had to queue to get in but this was well managed and is testament to how nice it is.

My brother in law picked us lunch up from here on Sunday. It was absolutely fantastic. I will definitely be back when I'm down there again.

Review stars speak for themselves. Great

Great little place, lovely food and coffee. Nice atmosphere and feel inside

Lovely little café. Great service. Crab eggs benedict were a revelation! Absolutely delicious.

Love this place from the decor to the coffee

Nice cafe with a good selection of food and drinks on offer. Very clean and well kept, only downside is the staff weren’t particularly friendly especially the front of house who was actually rude at times

Beautiful courtyard and amazing food - service was prompt despite how busy it was! Amazing little place.

Such a beautiful garden lovely food and friendly staff 😍

Lovely local cafe in a cute location.

Loved the place. We are walking the south coast for charity and this place gave us great food...sensible price and great staff

This is a gem in Emsworth. Always tasty food, lots of variety of seating options. Get early to enjoy a table as it is very popular - a queueing system at the door to wait for a table is helpful. The courtyard is particularly pleasant to have a table and some eggs on toast with a coffee. Lovely

Tuna melt. Salad and pit of tea, lovely food, staff and ambiance

Stopped off for lunch. Were early but still able to offer a table and drinks while we wait. Good menu including Gluten Free options (need to ask for adjustments). Service was friendly, but a little slow.

Fantastic food, so fresh, great coffee too, service could not be more attentive and welcoming... Multiple seating areas available - inside, out front, courtyard garden. A bustling gem of a cafe restaurant

We love our weekly trips to Driftwood. The food is always excellent and they do lovely freshly squeezed orange juice. Kay is always very welcoming and friendly.

I was disappointed with my first visit here. The food, the coffee and the service (quite rude and offhand) were not of the quality I was hoping for. I won't be visiting again.

We had breakfast, which was not value for money. The portions are getting smaller and smaller and smaller as time goes on. Also the coffee is incredibly weak in flavour and taste. Maybe an extra shot of coffee would do the trick! Apart from that,...