Sea View Tea Rooms in Gwynedd

We were staying just a few houses away and nipped in here for coffee with our dogs. We sat in the outside seating area, the views across the bay were amazing. We were served quickly, and our server brought some water for our dogs too. We intended to return for food later, but there's so much to do and see locally that we unfortunately ran out of time.

My wife and I along with two friends went for dinner on 4th October 2024 to this lovely seaside restaurant at the end of our holiday. The food was excellent and the staff were very friendly. We liked it so much we went back the following morning for breakfast before leaving for home. Once again the food was excellent. You would be crazy not to visit this place if you are in the area. Booking would be essential to avoid disappointment. I would certainly recommend this restaurant and will definitely eat there again when I return.

Called in for breakfast as a group of 8 friends and a dog on our way home from holiday on the Llyn Peninsula. The team could not have been more welcoming! We hadn't booked and were just asked to wait for a few minutes on the benches outside overlooking the harbour while the tables were rearranged for us. Service impeccable - easily catering for the gluten free person without fuss. Food was absolutely delicious with some opting for a simple bacon sandwich to eggs royale. Everyone said how scummy the food was - zero complaints here!

Fabulous food and good friendly service. Dogs very welcome. The menu is very varied and the quality of food and presentation excellent. We ate at lunch and evening and the lunches and cakes were also beautifully presented and tasty. The service is excellent whether eating a meal or just having a drink. Highly recommended

We decided to eat and have a drink here after a walk around to the beach at Borth y Gest. I’m so glad we did, the food was absolutely amazing, I had a ploughman’s sandwich and it has to be said that it’s right up there with the best sandwiches I’ve had. The staff were very nice and attentive and they made us feel so welcome. If you’re passing you must call in

Really nice but disappointed that there was no bara brith, scones or Welsh Cakes to go nicely with the tea. (Other cakes were available).

A pretty location just around the coast from Porthmadog . Tasty food, perfect for sunny evening meal after an afternoon walk.

Visited on the last 2 nights of our holiday. Had eaten at most of the Porthmadog restaurants for lunch or dinner during the week but Sea View was by far our favourite. Had a 3 course meal both nights and the food was delicious. Particularly enjoyed the gyoza starter and Aperol panna cotta. The staff were very friendly and helpful and the atmosphere was nice. Amazing views over the bay. Just wish we'd visited earlier in the week!

I agree with a previous reviewer, the food quality isn't always consistent but the cakes and coffee are very good. We visited last when it was cold and raining. Just managed to get the last seats. After we ordered we realised there were 7 dogs in there with their various owners! In such a tiny cafe that is ridiculous. OK they couldn't sit outside but personally I would not take my dog inside, especially if they're wet and the room is warm, if you know what I mean.

Brilliant little bistro located in Borth-Y-Gest. Probably one of the only things to do in the area is go and try out this location, food was spectacular, however being one of the only eateries in the location reflected in the price. £65 for 4 sandwiches and 4 coffee’s

The food is excellent, Very good quality and great value. The lady who owns it is always bubbly and on hand and Greats you with a smile as do all the staff. The view is lovely over the bay looking out to the estuary! It is dog friendly and cosy. One thing I would state is if you’re on the tables outside and someone visits with a big dog can be a little tight, but I would eat there again many times and highly recommend.

👏 used BYG sea view for a good few years now whilst in the area, absolutely love the place, everything is always spot on, to the point that during our holiday last week we might have been present as much as the staff (we visited a lot) as we know a warm welcome and the best food/drink offers available in N/Wales. We've had breakfast/brunch/elevenses/lunch/snacks/tea/dinner and supper here from one point to another and can honestly say never disappointed. Can't wait to come again.

Visited here on 12th October. Food was fab and the cakes were delicious, especially the honey but one. Staff were friendly and the cafe has been nicely fitted out. Beautiful view over the harbour as well.

Stopped in for breakfast a couple of times whilst staying in Borth y Gest with a group of friends. Great service, all the staff were very helpful Breakfast menu is great. Fresh Ingredients well cooked. Good blend of coffee used and dog friendly.

This is a very good ‘bistro’, certainly well above the Porthmadog average. It’s a shame that they have withdrawn the seafood chowder but otherwise the menu choice is good. The staff are very pleasant. Perhaps they should clamp down on the presence of dogs in the eating areas, which ruin the atmosphere and bring hygiene into question.

We stopped here for lunch whilst walking along the coastal path, service was great and the food was lovely. It's in a great spot overlooking the harbour too.

Arrived after a walk. Place was busy (but still not busy enough for people to have no manners!) so we were unsure if we would get a table, would have been prepared to wait. However, the lady who I presume is the manager disregarded us completely, told her junior member of staff to let us know “no space”, despite being stood right in front of us, didn’t even acknowledge us. There was a table with no reserved sign on in the window, which a couple then came in and took! So clearly there was space. Unwelcoming, and definitely will not be going back again. We then had to walk all the way back to Porthmadog for lunch, where we had a fantastic meal - highly recommend the big rock cafe over this place! Change your attitude!!

We’ve been here a few times I’ve always found the lady who I assume runs the place quite rude and not very welcoming at all. She always seems very busy as it’s a busy restaurant however, being front of house a smile and a nice welcoming wouldn’t go a miss! Opening times need updating

Went on 19th August, five of us. It was a bit cold and windy after storm Betty so we sat inside. The staff were brilliant, sorted us a table for five and couldnt have been more helpful. we ordered meat, seafood and vegetarian dishes and every one was delicious. The portions were huge. Three of us had the seafood pasta and I can say the it was well recieved by all. First time in Borth Y Gest but it wont be the last. Welsh hospitality at its best, great food, great staff, great atmosphere and even a great view out of the window, Thanks guys.

Celebrated a special birthday at Sea View, and made to feel special also. Freshly served delicious meal looking out at probably one of the best views ever. Service attentive and professional. The atmosphere created in this family run restaurant is in keeping with the beach summer vibes casual dining with really good quality food. Choice of indoor or terraced seating outside an ideal spot for friends and family (and well behaved 4 legged friends) to relax and enjoy.

Great food and friendly service in a stunning location - this was a perfect location and restaurant to take our family of 3 and dog. Fed up of nothing but stodge on every menu we’d seen in our week away in North Wales, finally found somewhere that has great choice, friendly staff and perfectly cooked vegetables. The beef was so tender it just fell apart. Can’t wait to return. Thank you

Very impressed with both the takeaway and breakfast service! We stayed here over the last week and thoroughly enjoyed our meals. Will definitely be back. It’s great to have a restaurant where we can take our dog too, staff extremely helpful and will go above and beyond to make sure your experience is great. 👍

Stayed locally for a week … super convenient!!Exceptional food and timely service from this friendly family run restaurant. Both the Bistro and takeaway deliver quality goods!Dog friendly!! Never left dissatisfied. 10/10!!!!😋

Definitely worth a visit. The view sat outside was beautiful. We just had tea and then wine so can’t comment on food but food looked really good too. Service was good too.

We visited on a damp, cold day but received a very warm welcome. At first view the prices are a little higher than town places but this is off the beaten track and omg the food was exceptional. I have to say my wife and I are very fussy about our food and where we eat it. No problem here! I had a ploughman’s sandwich and it was truly the best I’ve had anywhere. The ham they serve is amazing, both in flavour and quantity and all the ingredients are fresh and full of flavour! The bread was so fresh and tasty. My wifes sandwich was equally as delicious. A really good latte and a beer for me were both excellent quality and very much enjoyed. The staff were friendly, polite and very good at their jobs. Well done all, Very impressed!

Ate here twice while on holiday and both times it was excellent and great value. The staff were very friendly and attentive. The triple sec and orange cheesecake was to die for!!!!!

No it’s not! Looked up this place on trip advisor found it says open. Only to drive through Porthmadog with lots of cafes open to this place which was closed. Even says open on trip advisor when get there. Please keep your details up to...

Fabulous. I had breakfast and lunch here. Staff very busy but so friendly and helpful. Food was too notch.

Absolute gem of a place, best to book as it’s gets very busy, very fresh food, fantastic quality, small menu but what there have is so well done, had a great week here and Waitress Claire was fantastic so friendly and nothing too much trouble

lovely lunch with terrific views of the sea and mountains . very pleasant and efficient service. very tasty welsh rarebit

Open only for takeaway on a bank holiday(everyone likes a break from work) the lunch menu was mainly sandwiches and melts. The club ciabatta was packed with chicken and bacon, and came with a garnish. It was brought out to us as we sat across...

Everything was spot on! The staff were really friendly, the view fantastic, food delicious, the look of the place was modern and stunning. Highly recommended. We would definitely return when next in the area. I recommend Philly cheesesteak (such tender tasty melt in the mouth...

Stunning location and friendly attentive staff. Really tasty food (scrambled eggs and salmon and a breakfast wrap) served quickly. We visited in November and sat outside making the most of the sheltered bay. My only small request would be for some gluten free bread even...

Called at this lovely cafe for coffee & cake after a walk, we ended up having a lovely lunch and cake. The service was excellent and the food was really tasty. A bonus for us was that we could take our dog with us. We...

We visited twice for lunch in the last few days and were very impressed, food was excellent, staff were also excellent and vey attentive and helpful and were prepared to adjuct meals to suit those with allergies.

We realy enjoyed this place with its fantastic view of the bay. Food was nice and service very friendly. This place is always busy, you should book a table.

Lovely breakfast with a view, what more do you need? Quality produce and satisfyingly strong frothy coffee. Staying at Haven, nearby, this was my favourite breakfast out but not my wifes. Parking was easy, outside seats taken but inside fine. Apparently fully booked for the...

Borth y Gest, lying in the shadow of Moel y Gest, was the original harbour in the area, until William Alexander Maddox built Port Madoc, which became Porthmadog. Seaview is in a prime spot to watch boats and jetskis coming and going into Porthmadog, or...

This Bistro/Cafe is well worth a visit. Good selection. Food very good at reasonable prices. Dog friendly. Staff were friendly. Lovely views. We would definitely return if in the area again.

Absolutely disgusting customer care, outright rude. These guys do not know how to run a business. Like a scene out of fawlty towers..

Such a lovely cafe with lovely views and nice food and pleasant staff. Plenty of choice and good quality food. Definitely will be back and definitely recommend

The Sea View has the best spot in Wales.The food Is always first class and the the staff friendly and very informative. You really do need to put up your prices as you produce is of fantastic quality. Regards The mountain 🐐

I’ve been 3 or 4 times after covid19 good service excellent food can sit outside with fantastic sea view easy to park what’s not to like food cooked fresh and quick pay a little bit more and enjoy a lot more value will return

A really good wide choice of breakfast.Good value for money, unlimited tea, coffee and fruit juice with the traditional full breakfast options. We chose to sit on the terrace which gives fantastic view over the bay. If you want a take away the premises adjacent...

Visited Sea View lunchtime on Sunday. Lovely staff, great service, delicious food. What's not to like!

Had a nice meal here while staying in Borth Y Gest (Also had some good sausage sandwiches for breakfast earlier in the week). As the name suggests the restaurant boasts a lovely sea view and the staff were very friendly and efficient. The food was...

superb Latte and very reasonable, food looked good with other customers and friendly staff. Nice sea views and car parking close, if somewhat expensive, local council fleecing tourists..

A lovely place to relax and enjoy very good food. Not too pricey either. Recently redecorated and it’s very tastefully done. Very friendly and attentive staff. Definitely worth a visit.

Very good quality, tables wiped clean between guests, price includes tea/coffee (FREE TOP UPS) and orange juice. Top price breakfast £10.95 with a wonderful view over the sea, tables BOOKED for breakfast which I have never seen before and the place was packed, which says...

Sea view has been a favourite of ours for years! The friendly team and great owner are always on hand to make your visit extra special and the food is outstanding! Whether it is breakfast, lunch or tea this is the place to be, the...

The (very young) staff welcome was abrupt and flustered. More than half of the tables were reserved at ten in the morning so we were giving no choice.. The coffee was among the top three worst I have ever tasted - bitter, harsh and in...

We used to come to Borth-y-gest for our family holidays when we were children so my mum liked the idea of having her 90th birthday lunch here. The staff were very helpful and gave us a lovely table by the window with birthday banners, and...

We had been on a long walk so we were very hungry when we popped in for lunch. I had a peppered steak bake and it was amazing. It was the perfect temperature and the pepper made it just a little bit spicy. My sprite...

We have been visiting here for a number of years, both on our way to Conwy (our destination) and on our way home. Its a stunning spot. A little walk on the gorgeous beach and then a visit to the cafe, lovely! We go out...

Great views, great food, friendly staff and very reasonable prices - what more could you want! My first visit, we moved to live about 30 miles down the coast in 2021, but pop up to BYG quite often and will be definitely be calling in...

This cafe was just what was needed after a nice cliff top walk on the Wales Coastal path. Friendly staff, good coffee & tea. Menu looked nice so will come back for a meal soon.

Lovely spot to sit and drink wine on a sunny evening, food was very nice good choice and would highly recommend. Only downside is wasn't open all week, and as only one of two places to eat in Borthy-guest was a shame. Would definitely visit...

Fantastic breakfast in a box to take away. Sharp knives and forks made of wood so they cut the bacon not those awful chippy forks! Friendly staff. Prices fairly high but reflected in the high quality. Gave 4 stars as the queuing system was unclear...

My daughter, grandson, and I enjoyed a lovely lunch time bite to eat here earlier today. The service was excellent and very friendly. The food was very good too. I had tuna melt panini with fries, very tasty, followed by walnut cake and a flat...

Amazing as always. Accommodated inside without booking. Staff really welcoming and friendly. Food delicious. Thank you x

Hi, First time at the Cafe - (never in a million years a bistro) Nice setting, however, unfortunately left with a feeling of very poor value for money. As a family of four out for lunch, we opted for the large portion of squid rings...

Booked a few days ago as it’s not open every night due to staffing shortage. Family of five ( teenage children) Good range of meals on menu. Husband had linguine with halloumi bites side order, kids had pizza and chips. I am trying to stick...

I've been here twice now with my family, once for a takeaway and secondly to eat in. I cannot fault the food at all, everything tasted delicious, the staff are very friendly,, helpful but also efficient. The portions are a good size and the presentation...

We spent two glorious weeks in Borth y Gest , the Sea View Cafe is a great place for a family . Whether you are just wanting a drink , ice cream or a meal . The Steak was the best thing me and my...

Had a tasty meal. All food was great. The staff unfortunately were disorganised. No one cleared the table in time for 2nd round of drinks so after the food the tables were cluttered. Whilst we sat in the beautiful surroundings the staff had ample opportunity...

As this was a birthday lunch for my mother in law, Sea View had put up a birthday banner and ballons to help with the celebrations. Service was very friendly and efficient. Food was good and pleased everyone. Well recomended if you're nearby (and IF...

Good choice of breakfast items, and not just the ordinary bacon and eggs although full breakfast is an option. I had bruschetta with avocado and bacon which was tasty and refreshing. Perfect poached eggs for my daughter and the super sandwich for my son was...

Friendly service. Dog friendly. Large portions. Good selection of food. Only criticism is I ordered the tuna and mayonnaise Buddha bowl of salad and hadn’t realised it comes with pasta and humous, but that’s said I would order again but ask for the other bits...

I can highly recommend Sea View. The Fish and Chips were superb, as were the ice creams. Covid has put great demands on all the staff, but we were wonderfully served by Katy on each occasion. We look forward to visiting again.

We visited for coffee and cake on a rainy afternoon around 4pm The indoor seating area was being closed down for cleaning, but we were able to sit on the terrace, under the awning. The coffee and cake were lovely. I enjoyed my hot chocolate...

Visited for an early dinner (4.30-5pm) after making a same day reservation. The village itself is absolutely stunning and the restaurant has great views of the harbour. The restaurant and takeaway area are split due to covid at present, outside seating is drinks and cake...

Food is delicious and freshly prepared. Sunday lunch amazing and the nut roast lunch was the best we've ever tasted. Highly recommend. Cakes to die for. Ice cream amazing with plenty choice. Service efficient and super friendly.

Very friendly staff, perfrct view of the harbour! Very comfortable, and accomodating! Food delicious and very affordable! I'd definitely return!

Lovely lunch and highly recommended. The service was friendly and efficient without being rushed. Our dog was welcomed too 🐾🐶👍

We recently visited here and enjoyed a super take away meal. Staff were welcoming, friendly & helpful and even carried the meals across to us, as we were sheltering from the rain in the car. The food was delicious, hot and good portion sizes. Linguine...

No foreign holidays last year or this year so a trip to Snowdonia beckoned. A sunny day in the Porthmadog area and some unplanned exploration ended in lunchtime in Borth y Gest, with a table in the sun with the lovely view out to sea...

We would highly recommend the SEAVIEW beef and turkey Sunday lunch - with special mention of the cauliflower cheese and mash ! Followed by the famous SEAVIEW choice of ice cream.

We decided to order a treat this Sunday - a roast dinner and wow what a treat it was. I cannot praise this restaurant enough. The food was supplied in perfect carry out containers and the food was still piping hot when we got it...

Superb sandwiches and chicken burger , excellent food with a view great friendly service great for dogs too. Definitely a hidden gem

Excellent Mexican Takeaway experience. Well cooked and presented food using quality ingredients and generous portions to boot!! Efficient and friendly staff. Would definitely recommend.

Our food was delicious, they are only doing takeaway in the evenings, no eating in, but the business is doing the best they can in the situation at the moment, we'll definitely be back

We’ve used this lovely little cafe several times during our week staying at Borth y Gest and can’t recommend it highly enough! They sell lovely cake, ice creams and coffee and in the evenings they currently have a takeaway menu. We’ve had 3 takeaway meals...

A good cafe doing it’s best during covid, only two outside tables so most service is take away we were lucky to get one of those two tables, your order is taken taken from outside the cafe and is brought outside for you to collect...

Tasty take away ciabattas, served with crisps and salad. Good social distancing measures outside for ordering. On the more expensive side, but the only cafe in the village open on a Wednesday.

Takeaway only at the moment (with possibly a couple of outdoor tables). We had a takeaway coffee, a lemonade and a couple of very nice cakes (one gluten free) and took them across the road to a bench overlooking the beach. Perfect in the sunshine....

My family and I visited this establishment whilst on holiday in nearby Porthmadoc and were blown away by it. The food was hot, well cooked and ample enough to satisfy the most demanding of appetites. Everything is freshly cooked so a slight wait is to be expected but the quality of the food more than makes up for any delay.The staff are polite, friendly and helpful providing a warm, genuine welcome and prompt efficient service.Now to the view...The Sea View is exactly that, it looks out onto the beach and wonderful mountains of North Wales, sounds like heaven? It is, but dont take my word for it, go and visit.Ps they even accept very well behaved pooches, if not there is ample seating outside.

Called hear intending just to have coffee and cake, but menu for lunch was too tempting. Two of us had a lovely home made stew with crispy bread which was very tasty. The other two had panninis which had delicious fillings.The coffees were good, the view gorgeous and staff very friendly. What more could you ask for.Will be back again as the cakes looked very tempting, but too full to try on this visit.

Decided to drive over for a coffee by the sea First time here since it changed hands, I bought two latties to go they were very weak, very dissapointing as the coffee used to be lovely.

We went to Sea View for lunch having read positive reviews. We were given a warm welcome and told we could sit by the window (even though there were only 2 of us and it was a table for 4). I had a lovely Pumpkin Spiced Latte. For food we ordered Pulled Pork Burger and Seafood Chowder. My husband's Seafood Chowder was a very large dish and was delicious (as I got to try a little), there were some bones but this can happen with fish. My Pulled Pork Burger was not so much a burger as Pulled Pork in a sauce in a bun, it was very good, as were the chips. They serve Stokes Sauces, which are excellent and a big plus point for us. All in all, good food and friendly service. We would return.

what a great find!! we had a breakfast after a lovely walk and it was so good we came back for a late lunch a few days later!! they are very dog friendly, the staff were great, the food was excellent and the position is fantastic!!! coming back next year and can't wait!!!!!!

Lovely tea room and lovely food, perfect views over beach and sea! Friendly staff and overall great experience.

Good coffee and warm welsh cakes. Nice bara brith. Friendly people. They do a good selection of savoury and sweet foods. Lunches looked nice although we didn’t have lunch just a snack.

Ate breakfast here this morning. Walked in seemed friendly sat down and asked to order right away. Ordered avocado and bacon toast husband had creal breakfast. I had a milkshake husband had coffee. Waitresses running back and forth over the road with plates coming back with drinks of j2o bottles then we saw our food being carried from over the road so when it arrived it was cold. Ate a bit but wasn't impressed staff didn't seem to care about new comers just bubbly for regulars. Won't be back

Visited for lunch today after reading the recommendations on TripAdvisor and happy to say we were not disappointed.I had the chowder and hot chocolate and both were served hot. The chowder was tasty and full of fish and served with warm ciabatta and croutons My husband had a panini which came with crisps and size salad.The service was excellent and the staff were helpful and friendly.My only regret was we were too full to try a slice of cake from an excellent selection available.

Visited for lunch today and was delighted with our food. Lovely good quality food freshly cooked and served with a smile from the friendly staff. Beautiful place to sit with stunning views of the bay. Highly recommend this superb family run bistro.

Good choice of menu, will tweak for fussy people like me. Great service, lovely staff member served us, hope she enjoys her holiday in Greece. Well deserved! Lovely location. Highly recommended.

Called in for lunch today, a lovely welcome great coffee & stunning location but unfortunately that’s where the good points end.

We had a very tasty lunch at Seaview but we pleased that our dog could come inside with us we find there are not enough eating places that will accept dogs they must be missing out on trade.

Warm, friendly staff in this small waterside location, serving lovely food and drinks. The breakfast menu is particularly good but, if you want to eat later in the day, please be aware that they generally close at 5, though may stay open a bit later in the holiday season if the weather is fine. I am not an ice cream eater but I believe it’s very good here!

The first visit we made to Sea View was pleasant enjoying coffee and cake looking at the nice view, chatting to the staff. Second visit couldn't have been more different, we were 'greeted' (I use that term lightly) by the older member of staff that it seems nobody is allowed to criticize on here (perhaps she IS the owner) and the whole experience was awful and I couldn't wait to leave.