Putting Green Cafe in Arun

Freezing cold wet day and tried to go into the cafe on the seafront but our little pug wasn’t allowed but got a warm welcome here just behind. Had coffee and a jacket potato and prawns each - all good quality and more reasonable cost than other place

Had delicious sandwich & coffee sitting in the sunshine with an umbrella to give a little shade, entertainment in front of us with young & old enjoying the crazy golf. England at its best.

Passing by so decided to grab a quick toasted panini. After an inexplicably long wait for it's appearance, it was an unappealing and tasteless offering. Maybe the staff were just too busy, but there didn't seem to be that many customers after the lunch rush.

Have been staying at Marina Court this week, (firefighters charity in Littlehampton). Had a lovely but very breezy walk with my dad on the sea front. Almost went to a different cafe on the sea front but had visited earlier in the week and it was very expensive and didn’t feel comfortable with the wheelchair. We continued on to the Putting Green cafe, and was very happy we did. Got the wheelchair in fine, ordered coffees for ourselves and milkshakes for the kids ( which got a big thumbs up 👍 from them!) The lady that runs it was very friendly and helpful. We had friends coming to visit us that afternoon so we decided it would be a good place to meet. They loved tables for us so we could sit together, we waited a while before ordering our drinks and tea cakes but a party of 11 had just ordered lunch. We were happy to wait and they did explain us to us on arriving. Very reasonably priced - £18 for 5 teas, coffee, got chocolate and 2 milkshakes! ☕️ 🥤 Would highly recommend. The food and breakfasts looked lovely too.

good choice of food and drink at good prices,in a very nice setting.crazy golf course,and other past times for children and adults.cakes home made.very very nice.

Best vegetarian breakfast in Littlehampton. Staff are lovely, dog friendly, really good prices (don’t tell them this but think they could charge more!)

Half hour wait for an egg mayonnaisse sandwich is a bit much ..understandable if it was hot food as they were busy.

looking out to sea this cafe is located in Norfolk Gardens next to the crazy golf.Lovely food and drinks. Polite staff. nice setting.

My wife and I took a day trip to Littlehampton, and area unfamiliar to us. We walked from the towns rail station to the sea front, by which time we were hungry and desperate for a light lunch. We happened upon this delightful cafe. Being vegetarian and vegan respectively we were restricted in what we could select from the menu. The two lady staff were very helpful and attentive to our needs. My wife opted for poached eggs on toast whilst I ordered beans on toast. These arrived at our table within a few minutes piping hot and generously portioned, the eggs cooked just as my wife had requested. A simple meal made special by the very friendly and efficient service. In time it is to be hoped that the menu will include further vegetarian and vegan options as more and more of us show concern for the sufferings of animals farmed for meat and dairy products.

Stumbled across this lovely little cafe. Service was friendly and efficient. The food was very nicely presented and tasted lovely, definitely go back :)

Looking at other reviews it looks like this place us under new ownership which makes sense. Such a shame as I raved about the breakfasts in this place and was made to look really silly. Took ages and was cold. Toast was just hard bread not toasted at all. Has been at work in the morning so was so hungry I just could not be bothered to complain but it's such a shame as the previous owners were so friendly, the food and service great too. I won't return, I will go back to East Beach where the service isn't always good but the food is.

Lovely place with a bit of a vintage feel. Only popped in for a quick tea after miniature golf but 10mins a bit too long to wait for a pot of tea. Staff lovely but seemed a bit stretched.

What a difference a change of management has made to this little cafe in Littlehampton. What was a tired cafe serving ice-cream and sandwiches has been transformed. It has a different look and ethos, whilst retaining the substance of what people want after pitch and putt or riding the train along the seafront, i.e. Ice-cream and sandwiches, in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere where it doesn't matter if you hog your table for an hour nursing a single cup of tea. You get the same excellent service regardless of what you order. This end of Littlehampton has been crying out for something like this. I disagree with the negative review left about service - on what I understand was the official launch day of the cafe. But it is easy to leave a comment on how long it took for a sandwich to be delivered or to complain that someone swept under your table whilst you were eating (presumably that was for good reason, and there would have been an equally negative comment if they hadn't done so). Personally, I will be going back to the Putting Green cafe when I am next in Littlehampton, and if I have to wait for my panini then I will gladly spend the time enjoying the atmosphere of the cafe, the good service, and looking at the sea.

What a joke! Apparently opened just 6 weeks ago; staff not trained, owner sitting outside when customers waiting a long time for food and I'm talking sandwiches, not a cooked meal. When we queried length of time food was taking, female assistant came over and started arguing about how long we had waited - very unprofessional. Another staff member then started to sweep under our table...we were still eating. Gave up and left our lunch. Owner then offered us a cake or ice cream to takeaway! Can I suggest you focus on training your employees before the summer overtakes you and you only last one season.

Came herein the summer with my 2 children. Staff extremely nice and helpful. Good prices and nice food too! Def recommend

Nice cafe' but needs tweeks. No atmosphere inside the cafe at all. Felt more like a doctors waiting room' a little light background music will posable help. Nice staff and coffee.

Siempre dejar aquí a lo largo de los años pero ha sido históricamente arriba y abajo. Ahora bajo la nueva propiedad y mucho más limpia, buen café y muy amable. Wifi gratis también. Tan contentos como Cafe East Beach se merece más la competencia. Huevos y patatas fritas también muy bueno! Sin duda, recomiendo una visita.

We came back for a second days visit to the crazy golf course and it is good fun and well laid out .... the golf kiosk building includes the CafeA nice Cream Tea with soft esh scones and loads of jam ... the cream was whipped ,rather than clotted, but still tasty!I had a Dandelion and Burdock bottle and they were happy to provide a glass full of ice as wellWe sat inside, although there were tables and chairs outside, as it was so hot in the sun ... their plastic chairs are very comfortable for sure!!There is a toilet for guests if you need it .... but the public facilities are only yards away anywayYour family will enjoy coming here together with their day on the beach .... the prices are also far more reasonable than those along the beach promenade at East Cafe .... and this is only across the road from there

Paid last visit end of summer, sadly not open all year it seems. Went with partners family and 2 grandchildren 2 + 4. Food excellent small choices for kids, larger for adult, fish excellent, light and well cooked. Staff friendly, toilets spotless, tables good for family. Miniature railway opposite ( steam may be back next year) crazy gulf tennis all to handMuch better deal than competition on beach front.

This is a lovely little cafe in a wonderful setting. The service is good and the beverages are great and a good size for the money. There is indoor and outdoor seating and lovely views.

I ordered kids meals they cost £3.95 each and were Iceland food and tiny portions!!! The food was mouldy too !! Very disappointed and won't be returning again!!!!

Friendly service and the best salad I've had in the UK !! The staff and chef were very friendly and with the sun shining outside it was a lovely place to sit and glimpse the sea through the beach huts.

This is a gem of a place that has real potential. Great setting and lovely staff but the quality and value of the food used to be better. It is no longer as clean and fresh as it should be. I fear they've lost their mojo. I hope they get it back because my family, friends and I love the place and the people involved.

My friend and I recently stopped at this cafe for lunch with our 2 small children. We were instantly greeted and helped to be seated by the lady working as the manager.. Her warm, friendly nature and passion for her job was so refreshing to see. She was so eger to please us and make us happy and comfortable with endless options to accommodate all of our needs. I work in the service industry and this kind of empicable service is hard to come by so felt compelled to right this review! We will be certainly going back here for the lovely great value food and amazing service! The owners should be proud of what brilliant staff they have. Many thanks will be back in soon

My husband and I stopped here and had a coffee and lovely piece of cake each.We were served by Sam who was most efficient and friendly. Try the Adventure Golf also lots of fun.

Although I've been there before, I am always surprised and delighted at the great value for money and regularly updated menu. I popped in at the weekend - fantastic and friendly service, some great menu additions including some very interesting Cuban sandwich selections - and a lovely welcoming atmosphere! Food was very tasty, service came with a smile - will definitely be back very soon!

the Putting Green Cafe is a very pleasant cafe to dine in, the atmosphere is excellent and the staff are very friendly and polite, the food is very well presented and very tasty, not only is there seating inside you can also sit outside with a beautiful view.

Had a great meal here with a friend of mine, to top it off we had pimms in the sunshine. Kids meal have great portions, our food was nicely presented hot and most importantly tasted lovely. The staff were great very helpful, chatty, took the time to chat to us and made our lunch outing a laugh . We will be coming back soon!!

I decided to throw a party for my son and his friends. The cafe was a brilliant place to do this. It's child friendly and the staff were brilliant. Did all they could to make the party a success and the food is lovely. Even accommodated adults that decided to stay. It has a light and airy feel to the place and welcoming atmosphere. Would recommend to others in the future!! It was easy to see the kids really enjoyed themselves!!

Loved this cafe, the food was excellent and the service very friendly, nothing was too much bother. Especially with 2 small boys.

We were looking for a venue for a works summer 'do' and DO is what Silvio did! Nothing was too much effort every demanding whim was catered for ( and we were demanding! And loud) we had one of the best meals and evenings ever.... Where else could you swim (sea) play crazy golf and have a great meal. Can't wait to return if they would have us! I hope they will think about Christmas party nights! I am looking forward to returning with my family and will definitely book another private party. Amazing service. Amazing venue. Amazing food and Amazing night. Thank you so much x top tip jugs of sangria and pimms wonderful!

Took the kids In for some food at the weekend for the first and last time! Food was very overpriced and tasted like cardboard that had been in a microwave, the service was very slow and all you could hear was constant shouting between staff In the kitchen which can be heard very loudly in the cafe itself over there stereo!

It doesn't stop me going there as so very friendly but the coffee is far from good. I note another reviewer remarks about the 'good coffee' but it really is the only thing that lets the cafe down. Please, please, please invest in some good quality coffee - it's not hard to find - try Union for example or Origin. Apart from that, very well done all round.

The exterior doesn't do much to lure you in but don't be deterred - once inside you'll find a light, airy and cheerful spot to stop off for a drink or a meal. Friendly staff, good coffee and a great spot by the beach, tennis courts and adventure golf. Very child-friendly too. The only thing that let it down were the toilets, which were not very clean when we visited.

Stopped off for tea and icecreams in their outdoor area, very enjoyable, good value and friendly service.

Just by chance with a recommendation from a friend, we came across this lovely little cafe in Littlehampton. We were looking for a venue for my husbands 70th party and Silvio Irofti offered to open up a week early for the season to accommodate us. The food was excellent and Silvio and his staff could not have been more helpful. We were not rushed, there was a lovely atmosphere and the whole family thoroughly enjoyed the afternoon. Would highly recommend a visit. Thanks to Silvio and his staff. Sue M of Lyminster.

Tucked just off the seafront with the tennis courts and crazy golf this café is a great find. The food is really very good and very reasonably priced. The staff are friendly and helpful, definitely worth stopping by.

This place rocks! they are incredibly child friendly...which if you have kids, you know how important that can be!! Plenty of space for buggies and the staff bend over backwards to help. I have a very fussy eater and they offered to make something that wasn't on the menu just for him. Amazing! he felt so special. Thank you so much Putting Green Cafe. x

We were out walking on a sunny afternoon during the summer and stumbled across this cafe, it's set just a short stroll from the seafront and near the childrens railway. We saw a sign for a jug of Pimms for £10 and were hooked in... the Pimms was delicious and we decided to stay and eat as the menu looked tempting. We werent dissappointed. Since then we have visited on several occasions for breakfasts, lunches, a film night or simply a coffee. We have always experienced a warm friendly welcome from the staff. The food is of a very good standard and in my opinion very reasonably priced. I am a vegetarian and there is always a good choice on the menu.Highly recommended

I'd driven past the Putting Green Cafe several times but, as I'm not particularly into putting, I'd never given a thought to spoending any time there. A friend of mine, though, suggested we go to one of their film weekly nights to see 'The Life Aquatic', which I'd never seen, so off we went. At first glance, I decided that it looked and felt like a typical English seaside cafe - until I looked at the gorgeous artwork on the walls, scrutinised the menu and checked out the other guests, when I realised that a lot of thought and feeling had been put into creating a rather special place and that it attracted like-minded spirits.You know those menus when you want to eat every single item on it? And those restaurants where you want to get to know everyone who's dining there? That's the thing. The owners, Clara and Nick, had invested time, money and passion into creating a really chilled environment and atmosphere. I won't go into details aboiut what I ate, as I'm slightly ashamed that I ate quite so much. I won;t mention the fact that, having devoured a delicious steak and salad, I was tempted into ordering and a mouth-wateringly delicious pudding of the death-by-chocolate variety.My friend and I had a fabulous evening. The film was wonderful. The food just right for the occasion and I left having made new friends. What more can one ask for?

Despite visiting on a pretty busy autumn day the staff were efficient and welcoming. Just had liquid refreshment as I'm counting the pro points but noticed some healthy options being served so will happily return when hungrier! The ambience of the place is smart and trendy. Great place.

Dropped into here after a windswept beach walk, for a drink and a bite to eat during lunchtime. It's located just behind the miniature railway and in front of the tennis courts. Food, service and atmosphere was great. Talked to team and they have been making plans for lots of ongoing activities through Half term school holiday, Christmas and next year. One to support in the local community, it's a bit of a hidden gem but now it's open in the wintertime too lots more people can drop in for a bit of refreshment and a catch up in a relaxed setting. It also does lovely ice cream in the summer with a great outdoor setting and is always busy on a sunny day!

What a little gem of a cafe. We were trapped inside during a freak storm and couldn't think of a better place to be trapped. The food is wonderfully presented and extremely tasty. They were happy to cater for my fussy eater too.Couldn't recommend this place highly enough for a meal or simply for coffee and cake after a lovely walk along the seafront!

I found this cafe by chance and an so pleased! A breath of fresh air to the usual stodgy grease that you find in cafés - the putting green is freshly cooked and uses real ingredients at reasonable prices. I like the way you can have a proper meal in a more relaxed setting. Perfect!

Had often walked past and years ago had coffee there when it was under previous ownership but...wow what a difference now. Called in with 9 year old granddaughterwho just wanted a cheese sandwich and a tea for me. The sandwich was amazing, beautifully presented with lovely salad and chunks of cheese. I was so impressed and the new owners are so friendly and helpful. We should all support our local businesses,,,definitely well worth a visit-I hear their evening meals are great too...soon be able to write a review for that too!!

I booked a table for dinner at the Putting Green Cafe for my family over half term, and I could not have been happier with the food, the service & the atmosphere. The food was well presented, tasty and very reasonably priced, and the staff could not do enough to fulfill our requests. Great place!

I visited putting green café during the half term week with my two young children. The café was not overly busy at the time however the staff seemed slightly stressed out and rude, Showing a hostile attitude which made me quite uncomfortable whilst ordering. The food came out bland and cold with a microwaved taste to it. When I mentioned this there was no apology just a response of 'we can warm it up for you'. After this I visited the café in the park so my children could feed the ducks in the lake whilst feeding themselves too! I would not wait the length I did for the food I was presented with again. Especially in such a hostile environment.

Stopped for coffee and cakes while we waited for the Lttlehampton Railway. Really nice cakes and he staff were friendly and helpful. It's a nice setting in the park and very pleasant sitting outside watching the comings and goings.

Located in the park off Norfolk Road, just behind the tennis courts at the east end of the beach. Not on the beach. By the passenger carrying miniature railway. Lots of open air tables in summer. Varied menu, some quite pricy, but also others, including excellent fish and chips, for under £5.00. Friendly staff, not express service, but good freshly cooked food, and a good place to linger. Good coffee and ice cream. Lots of pay parking nearby.

What a brilliant little place I wish I found it sooner, I took my girl friend there for food and we finished it all. We had a lot to talk about the characteristics about the cafe that reflected on us so I didn't want to leave really, I must of spent a good hour and a half chatting away before playing abit of crazy golf so it a versatile atmosphete for all ages. The music deffenantly suites the cafe as the staff made us feel more welcome and satisfied about us being there

Whilst on a day out from Brighton me and my family popped in for lunch one afternoon and were greeted by polite friendly staff and were treated to an amazing lunch of fresh sea bass, loverly steak and lamb shank cooked to perfection! And when the bill arrived I couldnt believe how well priced it was.They also have film nights on a wednesday evening and run a full menu up to 1 hour before the film with which popcorn and pimms is served, wil definitely be coming to that.So glad Iwe came across this great place to hang out by the sea.Great food, great music, great staff, what more can I say

Following the change in ownership, this cafe has gone from strength to strength. Great menu, well-thought and fresh specials - and even a biscotti with a plain old cup of tea. Reasonably priced for good food - and the service was with a smile. We'll be back!

Food great, well priced and portions huge. Kids love it and they are really friendly there. Recommend the chilli nachos (poss. too big for one person), Fajitas and Vege risotto.

I first tried this Cafe about a year ago and didn’t like it very much. I went back to this café as I was at the beach and wanted to get a quick bite to eat and it was the closest place available. This place has obviously got a new chef or a new owner as the food now is absolutely amazing. It also has a little patisserie counter inside the café. If you haven’t been here in a while or haven’t tried it, I would strongly recommend a visit.

We came across this place by accident & I'm so pleased we did. Staff were very friendly & attentive, the food was great, it arrived quickly & was fantastic value. We even had a Mr. Whippy each for dessert which were bought to us at our outside table - what service! As for the previous "water rip off" comment, my mum wanted just water to drink & got a HUGE glass of tap water with ice for free - can't think of anything less "rip off", can you? Would highly recommend coming here.

We had the best evening - food fab, staff so friendly and kind really clean and bright and beautiful inside. Nothing was too much trouble. The prices were really reasonable too with a range of delicious main courses under £9!! We all ate different dishes and everyones was a taste sensation. We would really recommend the Putting Green Cafe and cannot wait to go back. A joy to have something so good in LA!!

Since the new owners have taken over the Putting Green Cafe has gone from strength to strength. Food is delicious and I like that fact that all mains are the same price. The manager obviously takes a lot of pride in the menu and I have never had a bad meal. Good value and variety for the children too. Particularly like the local art exhibited on the walls and the community spirit of the place. I attended a film night, which was really good. Freshly made popcorn, cold beer and good company, definitely look forward to the next night.Would recommend the putting green cafe for young and old, lovers of food / coffee / ice cream and fresh cakes!! Not to be missed.

A fantastic place- might not look the most glamorous from the outside but once inside, the space is light and colourful and staff are friendly and helpful. I arranged to have my Birthday bash here - Silvio and team were great! They listened to what I wanted, from menu to drinks to table arrangements and supported us in ideas we had and most importantly let us have the party we wanted without ridiculous restraints, additional costs or complications you so often come across with hiring out venues. They made all guests feel really welcome and the night was excellent. I would highly recommend having your party at the Putting Green Cafe :)

A friend and I just happened upon this modest eatery on a hot day. We were warmly welcomed, as was Max my small dog who happily sat under the table with a large bowl of water. The menu though not huge was sensible and a dish of Seabass with courgettes and potato, was delicious and as good as any I have ever had anywhere. The cost was unbelievably reasonable and I felt that if I lived nearby I would give up cooking and eat at this establishment!Puds were café standard but the coffee was good. The owner was most concerned that diners were satisfied - well he need not have been and if I am in the area in future I will make a detour in order to eat here again.I must mention that though unpretentious the place was cheery and bright with decent art work on the walls and altogether pleasant. Give it a go, you won't be disappointed.

Amazing place with such an interesting menu!Do not go for the "water ripoff"...lol...try their milshakes, they r to die for!As for their truffle risotto...can't really describe it, was divine!Thank u guys for an amazing time!xx

Stopped by for a quick drink. My husband had a coffee and I had a bottle of still water....£1.60!!! It's 'only' £1.30 at the expensive East Beach Cafe. We won't be back in a hurry humph!

We were in littlehampton with grandson and family from rustington and wanted a late lunch the east beach cafe was crowded and the staff looked a little harassed and to be fair the menu was overpriced for what it was.We found the Putting green cafe because the grandson wanted to go on the beach train.The menu looked good and reasonable, entering we were greeted by staff who were friendly and very helpful, and we ordered two paninis chips, I was hungry and ordered the mussels and frites. Grandon and wife came in and had tea and macaroons. The tea was incredibly god not a mug but a ood size china teapot, not the normal stainless steel version, paninis arrived with chips in a separate little pot, the bacon brie with side salad and the goats cheese pepper my family said was mint. My musselsvarrived a few minutes later as they were cooking, thet were served in a large pot with finger bowl and really scrummy bread. They were outstanding, the cream wine and garkic sauce was spot on and the mussels were fresh that day. At £7-95 a bargain, the paninis were around four pound and my grandson enyed the frenh macroons too.I totally recommend the cafe to anyone and will definately be returning.