The Bungalow Cafe in Sunderland

The first time I was here I was 17 years old and amazingly 52 years on its still here, though I doubt it’s run by the same people. The food is great and the view from the window of the beach is breathtaking. Now I’m back in the area I’ll be going regularly for breakfast.

Fantastic breakfast with a view ,faultless ,attentive and fantastic food.Dont go any where else just get to the bungalow.

We don't know the area that well and decided to have a good look at reviews on TripAdvisor & Facebook and came across this little beaut of a gem cafe and the views are breathtaking whilst drinking a brew and having some lovely breakfast and it was banging and hot and glad we visited this busy cafe! Worth more than 5* Lovely friendly hard working staffs as well

Amazing food from a breakfast to a beef dinner and everything in between Excellent service can not praise it enough, well worth a visit

Popped in for breakfast and they're up there with the best in Sunderland. Excellent quality and great value for money. The location is perfect for a walk on the beach after breakfast If you're lucky you can share your time with Percy but if he's not working the rest of the staff are lively too

called into the Bungalow Cafe on speck yesterday and so glad we did. Had the best veggie breakfast ever and the friendliest service

This is by far the best breakfast in the North East. Good selection of food items, always served at the right temperature. Great friendly service and topped off with incredible views. Been going there for years and will continue to do so.

Me & my friend came here for breakfast after our Sunday morning walk. Breakfast was beautiful & the girl serving us was lovely. We had a seat in the window with great views.

I'm staying in Roker over the weekend, just called into this place and had the most delicious full English breakfast!

Was here last week for a breakfast (which you can get all day) I had a normal size one which had everything on ( bacon sausage mushrooms beans tomatoes egg hash brown) and toast it was delicious. Hubby had extra large which had 3 of everything and a big pot of tea. Will definitely be back well worth it and the view is amazing

Great breakfast. I had a small full English but there was too much for me. The service is friendly and the tables are cleared quickly. It looks out on to the sea so it's great views even if you don't sit in the window seats. They have binoculars which I though was s great idea.

This is the best breakfast in Sunderland without a doubt. The Full English is to die for and comes out really hot, (this being my biggest complaint in other establishments). The service is always very friendly, welcoming and spot on, tables are cleaned and sanitized promptly. And on top of all this there’s the incredible view.

Excellent food beautifully presented by very lovely and caring people. Brook (apologies if spelt with an "e") is certainly a great asset to any business. This is the standard all other eateries wherever they are located should aim for. Thank you!

Since moving to Sunderland in April we've eaten in the Bungalow nearly every weekend. My fiance tends to have a breakfast or eggs on toast and I tend to have a panini and all are always yummy. The homemade cheese cakes in the fridge look really good but I'm alway to full to try them but I will do one day. The milkshakes are also really good especially the mint aero. The view is great especially if you get a table by the window and the prices are really reasonable. Always made to feel welcome by the team especially Vicky who is great. Shame that Percy the Parrot isn't there to welcome customers at the moment but some yobs broke in to the cafes yard and trashed his cage.

If you get the chance visit this cafe, breakfasts, sunday lunches, snacks and a cuppa or icecreams, knickerbocker glory, all so enjoyable and great prices. All the staff so friendly and nothing too much trouble. I guarantee after 1 visit you will be visiting again. Lovely to see "Percy", the very chatty parrot. Simply the best for the best quality tasty food and service.

Sitting in the bungalow cafe as I write this. Looking out over the beach with the North Sea in the background with a nice coffee and a beautiful bacon butty cooked to perfection and it has to be said its proper bacon, not the thin processed stuff of supermarkets. Just a lovely start to start the morning.

I was up on holiday and promised myself a pink slice (which is a cake special to North East and made by my nana ) I found it hard to find any I popped into the Bungalow Cafe and they kindly made some which I picked up today 10th Sept Thank you for for filling one of my plans It’s lovely to know that such lovely people still exist xxx

This is second time Iv been to this cafe, and again the food was amazing, service was amazing and view is spectacular! Enjoyed it so much I never unfortunately got a picture for it. But this cafe comes on top gotta be one of my favourite lil cafes! Defiantly a must if your in area or by Roker beach. I had to selection suitability so Iv picked family but it is Suitable for anyone Most beautiful sandwiches, MealsBreakfasts Milkshakes MealsCakesIce cream Coffee and teas So peaceful x

Only popped in for a drink but the staff were really friendly, ideally located with both outdoor and indoor seating

We popped in after having a short walk along the coast. After months of lockdown it was so lovely to visit. Service, food and drinks good. Bacon sandwich delicious.

Just called in for breakfast and wasn’t disappointed. Friendly welcome of nice staff and keeping the segregation in good order, with plenty of sanitiser available. Was surprised by the size of breakfast for £5.05, huge!! Thanks girls, filled a big hole!! Great view too, worth millions

Treat my mam (82) and her cousin (92) and my grand daughter to lunch. Fabulous view made better with the use of cafes binoculars. My granddaughter could see Jupiter 😄. Food was plentiful and very nice. We will definitely return.

I dropped into the Bungalow Cafe today after a lovely walk along the sea front. I was warmly greeted by a lovely lady and bagged a window seat - what a view. I ordered a coffee and bacon sandwich, both of which came really quickly. The coffee was perfect and the bacon sarnie was spot on, just what I needed after my walk. The staff were lovely, even complimenting me on my hair as I left!! If you want a no frills, welcoming cafe with a decent menu, then this is the place for you.

Out dated and below par, shame, compared to years gone by, needs pulling into 21 st century or it will be a relic

My first visit is when I was about 10 years old in the 70s when Sunderland had a football team ! Back again 44 years later same old cafe. Great views.

We'd heard so much about this cafe so went for breakfast on a sunday morning. We ordered a traditional breakfast with tea & toast. The sausages were cooked but anemic not been cooked in a fry pan, oven or grill. The bacon was only just cooked, barely. The mushrooms, beans and tomatoes were out of a tin and were edible, but were cheap nasty rubbish. The toaster must have been broken as the toast was just like stale bread with no colour and cheap margerine/spread was used thickly in the middle of it making it unappealing. This was the most expensive plate of stuff that a dog wouldn't eat. Nearly £15 each for breakfast is a crime. The worst breakfast I have ever eaten anywhere in the world.

If you want a good beakfast this is the place to go. Very generous portions, no grease on the plate and excellent value for money.

My regular place for breakfast when in Sunderland or Roker. Alway a good breakfast from a bacon roll right through to a full English.The views over the beach and pier are great.The staff are friendly and helpful, the bottomless pot of tea is good too.

Visited the other day ordered 2 bacon sandwiches £3.50 each which I think is a bit steep when looked inside 3 pieces of bacon. Asked for well done with fat off, it was still pink with fat left on won’t visit again

It is what it says on the tin! We just wanted a snack and we had one bacon bun and one sausage bun. The bread was so fresh and the meat done to perfection. The staff are so warm and welcoming, even if you're not a local you feel as if you are one. This cafe overlooks Roker Harbour and Piers. It ain't fine dining but by golly it's good food in a clean, friendly environment. The staff seem to be happy to be there, as if it was some sort of club.

Class views over the Piers, great service and breakfast. Always go here, for the recommendations and staff.

We stopped here for a breakfast before our long journey home. Wow! What a view! The food was good and plentiful. The lady who served us was polite, friendly and extremely helpful.The coffees were good (my daughter enjoyed the hot chocolate too)I would recommend this café and I would return.

Called in sunday afternoon. Been a while since we were last here. We both had sunday lunch....1 beef and 1 chicken. Just what the doctors ordered. Piping hot good value for m9bey and very tasty. Wont be so long before we are back.

Popped in here for an early lunch/late breakfast (ok brunch) we were the only customers, ordered the full English breakfast, it was freshly cooked and very tasty. Plus we had a window table with those wonderful views over the sea. Staff polite and efficient, place was spotless and the price was right. Don't miss it,

This cafe is in a lovely position with commanding sea view from inside the cafe. The menu is good. No toilets on the inside but a toilet very close by. This cafe needs to get new flooring and could do with being redecorated, especially as there are lots of new cafes opened on Roker sea front. The srevice is always lovely and friendly in the Bungalow Cafe and we will go back. Please just redecorate.

Visiting cafe today Teresa and Paula put themes out making me a breakfast even though it was not on the afternoon menu , the new afternoon menu looks good , will be back to try out , the cafe is very clean and friendly Thanks

called in for my evening meal,decent menu choice and not too expensive.steak cooked to perfection.was a little quiet as this was the start of extended opening hours,but im sure once the word gets round this place will be jumping.staff friendly and helpfull premises clean,and good access for those us not so mobile.seats outside for summer days evenings

I called here for a pot of tea and scone; the staff were friendly and it is cosy and clean and I can see why it is popular with regulars. It was interesting to read the newspaper cuttings about this cafe's long history.

Went here for mid-morning snack and coffee - clean, tidy, tasty, premises look small from outside, but deceptively spacious. Polite service.

5 of us arrived for breakfast. Choice was reasonable and they offered alternatives to one of our party who was a coeliac. Brilliant views from the care. Reasonably priced. Would suggest you use here if you have booked a hotel for room only.

Family of 4 adults stopped off for breakfast. Food was great as always, service was quick and good price.

Arrived late we thought they were packing up, but they were happy for us to stay. Great meal, my wife had scrambled eggs with Salmon, loads of Salmon, I had Tuna and cheese panini's ,,, beautiful. Will definitely be returning.

Arrived along with 8 members of my family (24/8/17) , a long day at the beach, everyone tired and looking for a warm local welcome, all we got were rolled eyes, and grumpy faces, the waitress failed to even take a drinks order. The staff were clearly put out that we were there.

Visited the café last Thursday together with my family. We were totally ignored by the waitress who seemed more exercised in attending to what seemed friends and acquaintances who had come in after us. A previous review from another customer had a similar experience and, like us, was made to feel they were “gate crashing” a private function. When I visit a café I do not expect to be subject to the whims and fancies of serving waitresses. After a further wait it became obvious we were not going to be served and we decamped to a café down by the yacht marina where we were warmly greeted. Our bill, at this venue, came to £38. A £38 loss to The Bungalow I’m afraid.

Found the staff really friendly. Expect typical cafe quality grub. Would love to come here for hot chocolate and snack n watch the waves in stormy weather.

Llamado para el desayuno. Lo primero que te sorprende es la impresionante vista al mar. La sala es luminosa y aire y el personal amable y acogedor. El desayuno estaba muy bien preparada y más que suficiente. Pequeño y encantador café.

Este se ha convertido en una parada regular en mi camino a casa con la bicicleta. Es probablemente demasiado cerca de casa con sólo 8 millas a la izquierda, pero el tocino o salchichas sandwiches son siempre óptimos. El café también es ideal y no demasiado fuerte. Siempre elijo para sentarse fuera y aparte de los días fríos de invierno, es ideal. Generalmente protegidas por el café o la pared este, que puede ser un gran lugar para tomar el sol. Cuando he llegado más tarde en el día, he visto gente llevar domingo aquí. Parece genial por el costo y parecen ser populares.

The coffee has to rate in the top 1 of the worst coffees I've ever had. Cream scone was great but the coffee was terrible. I got a cappuccino and my wife got a latte. Came in different cups but it was the same weak insipid slop. It tasted like they had made it from left overs of another cup. The view is great just drink pop

Visited in early January for breakfast. The food is decent portions and portions decent and good value you get above all else a great view of the sea and pier at Sunderland. Ensconced in warm surroundings with tea and breakfast you can enjoy the view protected, certainly on a cold January morn, from the elements. The food was a good breakfast and quickly and friendly served and good enough value. Return trip planned.

Great view of the harbour. Ideal for a cooked breakfast, bacon sandwich or just a pot of tea. Ok may not be the cheapest place but if you can get a window seat It makes up for it. The skins of the sausages are a bit tough but apart from that would recommend giving a try!

Called here for a bite to eat and see the pier views. Menu wasn't much variety. Hadn't even sat down and was asked what did we want to eat! Waitress basically gave the impression we were putting her out. We ordered sandwiches which arrived and was quite pleasant and came with salad and crisps. While we were there a couple came in and were clearly regulars and were treat very differently. So I felt we were "gate crashing ". We paid and left. £13.50 for sandwiches and 2 hot drinks I felt rather expensive for a basic cafe. Wouldn't recommend or return.

Came early on a Monday morning and ordered a bacon and tomato sandwich and a cup of tea....the Bun man arrived and so I had it in a bun.Tea pot arrived with enough tea for two cups...which was brilliant, the food arrived hot and tasty and wasn't overpriced.The vista was gorgeous, the sea state was calm and the weather was nice...what else could you wish for...

I went with my daughter and grandson,really nice girls,food really nice..my grandson dropped his ice cream on the floor and they repaced it at no cost..how nice of them,,I am going with a party of 9 next sat as i am visiting from Selby as my daughter is leaving for Australia in 2 weeks so all my family chose the Bungalow Cafe as we are all mackems anyway and i have been going in that cafe for 50 year..hope the girls can handle us..

The Bungalow Cafe is a small Cafe with good views over the pier. Staff seem friendly enough. It's not the cheapest place in the world. It's a good meeting point for a cycle ride down the coast. I can't comment on the quality of food as I've only bought drinks.

Lovely full English, freshly cooked, big meal and very good value.Friendly service but the best thing is the big window and fantastic view.Would definitely recommend

The Bungalow cafe is the best place to sit and watch the world go by. We often get a bacon butty which is served in the biggest softest bun ever and a hot cup of bovril and sit at the huge windows facing the river mouth and the two piers and watch the boats and the people go by. The meals they serve are good home cooked food from a sandwich to a huge Sunday dinner and they are all freshly cooked and tasty. But please do not go as if too many people use this place we will not be able to get out favorite window seats :-).

Full English for £6.50. All elements well cooked and tasty. I am never too keen on tinned tomatoes as they tend to soak the toast and fried bread but my fault for not asking beforehand. Good sized pot of tea which have 4 cups between the two of us. Fantastic view from the picture windows.

Regularly pop in. Cracking food good friendly service, lovely and clean with a cracking sea view. Can never fault this place, highly recommended.

Tea for two, 4 tea bags in a big pot! Toasted teacakes. Variety of breakfasts, paninis etc. Really nice staff and good value for money.

Having lived in Sunderland for over 60 years we paid our first visit to the Bungalow cafe following a walk along the seafront, on entering we given a warm friendly welcome and chose a table at the front overlooking the beach and out towards the North Sea, place is clean, bright and tidy and offers both hot and cold meals along with teas, coffees and cold drinks. We both chose the cornbeef panini which arrived with salad, coleslaw and crisps, a lovely light lunch. Great views, great food and friendly staff at reasonable prices, definitely worth a visit.

After a long walk from Seaburn to Roker was ready for all day breakfast. I was not disappointed as was well cooked and large amount for £6.50 and large pot tea £1.80.cafe clean and service friendly and quick.Window view of the harbour and light house. Great to watch people outside walking by :)Bus service E1 runs past so on main road

I popped in on a bright sunny morning for breakfast and found the inside bright and welcoming as were welcoming smiles from the staff. Inside was very clean with a great view of the piers and the North sea. There was a good selection of food on the menu at a good price. I tried the excellent price of £6:50 for a well made and tasty full English breakfast and a very big pot of tea. The food was well cooked tasty and piping hot. I would not hesitate to return and highly recommend this small café.

Travelling from North of the Tyne, south through to Roker and beyond, the Bungalow Cafe IS the only game in town as far as me and my cycling mates are concerned. The welcome is always friendly, the bacon and egg sandwiches are delicious and the coffee spot on. It never changes in my view; busy or quiet, the staff are friendly and the food is there with the best. Views are exceptional from inside over the harbour, but we tend to occupy the outside seats (with the dog-walkers) and they even have a water bowl for the canine friends. Brilliant!

Small clean place , expensive and limited selection of menu, seating is very basic, but prices are not up to the standard of food offered

After a visit to the National Glass Centre my sister and I walked along to the Bungalow, after having been recommended to go there by our other sister who had visited a few weeks before. We were warmly welcomed and had a seat by the window with a fantastic view of the beach and out to sea. I had a sausage sandwich (which was bigger than I had expected) and coffee, and my sister had scrambled egg with smoked salmon on toast, and tea. Everything was lovely and we had no complaints at all. The two ladies who were serving were very friendly and the whole bill came to just over £12. A bargain for such a pleasant experience. Will definitely go there again ! We went there during the week and it was not that busy but I suspect that it will probably get quite busy at weekends and bank holidays.

Bad service, no one in the place yet waited 15 to order 3 full English breakfasts. Food dreadful cost £18 right rip off

This domineering location overlooking the beach gives some beautiful views, unfortunately it isn't complimented by good food. As we entered there was a serious lack of greeting that made us feel uncomfortable, we sat ourselves at a table after cleaning crumbs from a chair. We ordered full English breakfast, bacon sandwich, vegetarian breakfast, three coffees and one can of coke. Ohhhhhhh where do I start? The sausage, bacon and egg were all undercooked, the sausage being the worst, so bad that an incompetent vet could have brought it back to life, tomatoes cold, coffee tasteless and also not what we ordered! The fried bread had an awful burnt taste. My friend left the vast majority of his but insisted on paying for it as he wanted to seethe a little longer, at no time were we asked if we were OK, you would expect that someone would have been interested in knowing why food and drinks have not been touched, alas they took our money and that must be good enough for them. Due to its domineering location this cafe would probably survive a tsunami which is a great shame. The financial cost of our misadventure came to £18.70 the psychological cost is still to be determined.

We visited the morning after the night before and got just what we needed, quick friendly service! Lovely views of the beach and lighthouse. A point lost as you have to use public loos outside as they don't have any.

I've been here a number of times for an all day breakfast, reasonable price at £6.50 including a drink (tea or coffee).The breakfast is to die for, the quality of the ingredients really makes this so great.The view is excellent too!!Definitely do this again

We love to visit 'The Bungalow' whenever we can, it's not a large place, I guess seated around 30 people. There is one wall made up of windows overlooking Roker Beach, and the views are as beautiful on a calm day as they are on a wild windy day. They are well known for their beautiful big breakfasts, and of course the bacon/sausage etc. Sandwiches. They also have a 'Special' each day, their soups are delicious, as is the hot pot. Take the time to visit, the staff are so friendly and helpful.

I took refuge in the cafe prior to a meeting on Roker Promenade. I had read the tales on Trip Advisor about the legendary full English breakfast and looking at the portions served around me they were no lies. I opted for a sizeable sausage sandwich and a mammoth pot of tea, Tasty and value for money at £5 all in. However, it was a little cold in there and they have no toilets although there is a public toilet next door which seems to be relatively well-attended.

Went last saturday before going to the match. Both the wife & myself had the breakfast priced at £6 . really cheap for what you get as it kept us going till saturday evening .Payed extra for cappucino,s but for around £12.50 you can.t be had & the views are great as are the staff .Give it a try !

Having read the reviews about the full English breakfast we planned our walk along the coast to end at the cafe - lovely staff, great view out over the sea and the breakfast was fantastic. Good value at £6 for an impressive plate full of food with either a pot of tea or a piping hot mug of coffee.

The position and view from this little cafe is great, however the coffee was poor and the snack meal expensive, probably wouldn't go back.

I'm now living away from Sunderland, but every time I'm back up North, The Bungalow Cafe is a must. Amazing Full English breakfast, and the Best coffee around. Brilliant value for money. The staff are second to none and the service is always first class. If you're in the area I recommend you pay a visit. I can't wait to go back!!

my sister and i decided to try this little cafe for a snack at dinner time i opted for Ham and cheese sandwich with a small side salad with plain crisps ,she had a sausage sandwich which came in a large bun .We had a pot of tea which served 4 cups , both sandwich were very tasty .There was a lovely view across the Beach you could see the pier and out to sea.staff were very helpful ,we were served quickly.the cafe was quite busy lots of different meals coming out ,they all smelt very nice ,will some thing different next time .we will be back soon. There is also seating out side and a few parking spaces.

Had an absolutely amazing breakfast with a lovely cup of coffee here for a very reasonable price. It arrived quickly and tasted delicious. Very friendly staff and views that you just can't put a price on! Definitely visiting here again when I'm back in the area!

I tried this lovely little cafe for the first time with my friends who recommended a visit. I saw the people on the table next to me eating a full English breakfast and knew i had to try that. Delicious, fresh and a home cooked taste, the plate was large and had ample portions that would fill two people. Brilliant value and tasty food with a cuppa thrown in the price. I was impressed by the prompt customer service, the cleanliness of the place and the hygiene standards when serving the food. we were offered a top up of tea and left totally satisfied. Give this place a try, you may be lucky to get a table as there were a good few in but we were accommodated very quickly. I will be going back with my friends who are ardent visitors to the place. Gorgeous food.

Breakfast was nice, pretty simple stuff but done well and a pot of tea isn't exactly hard to get right but the location is the best thing. The table on the far ends the one to try and get

I could not recommend this enough. We have had breakfast here every morning of our holiday. £6 for a huge English breakfast, good quality food and freshly cooked. You must go there!

I've been here a couple of times and it never fails to impress for when you need a great Full English breakfast. For £6.00 you get a great portion and choice of either Tea or coffee. I usually have the tea and you get a great big pot so it's more than enough to wash it down ! Staff are really friendly and to top it off you get great sea views...!

Visited this lovely cafe on a few occasions, usually stopping for coffee after a long walk. The views are stunning, looking out to the pier and sea. Very nice decor, very nicely decorated. Pleasant and friendly staff. Good choice of food on the menu, from english breakfast, to toasties, jacket potatoes, sandwiches, and a good range of drinks to suit everyone. Outside seating is also available.

great food, great value and friendly staff. Visited this place on numerous occasions and have never been disappointed. Fabulous view out to sea.

Myself and a group of friends use the Bungalow Cafe most weekends after our cycle rides. It is always excellent and we get s warm welcome. Crispy bacon sandwiches and pots of tea all round!

We have never been disappointed by this establishment. Popped in for breakfast this morning and we the food that was served up was sublime. Wife had full English and I had a Chicken Omelette. We always head here whenever we are in or around Sunderland

For ages I have been promising myself a fried breakfast at The Bungalow, so had one last week (for lunch). It was really superb, 2 eggs 2 sausage, bacon, beans, tomatoes, mushroom, black pudding plus fried bread, toast and a pot of tea for under £6.00 Cannot be bad. It was terrific. Gets very busy at breakfast time . Fantastic views over the North sea to go with the fantastic staff.

I called in today for the 1st time while I was in the area.It was around 10am and I had a bacon and egg sandwich and cup of coffee.Both were spot on, and delicious.It was a nice morning so I ate at a table outsideI was served by a really nice, helpful and very pleasant young Lady. Soon as I set foot through the door I was greeted with "Hello, how are you today, what would you like" . . . . like a really nice old friend, not a perfect stranger.I live 30 miles away but for sure I will be back.

Perfect sausage, crispy bacon, dippy egg, thick black pudding, chunky mushrooms, red hot beans ... all with a charming personable service.My one and only suggestion would be to get a decent coffee machine in - but I am being fussy.

Came here with family for lunch it is always busy. The food was lovely and there is a good choice on the menu. The staff are helpful. There are lovely views out to sea and on a clear day you can sit and see for miles.

I haven't been to this cafe for about eight years since I moved away from the area and to say back then I was a regular would be an understatement. I decided to visit on Boxing Day with my son and was amazed with this cafe. Although the cafe has been refurbished since I last visited, it hasn't lost its character and the food is still fantastic. We managed to get a seat by the window overlooking the beach and Roker Pier and the view is still amazing. We were served promptly by the friendly staff. The food was cooked to perfection and well presented. I had the full English breakfast and it was enormous. The same can be said for the bacon sandwich that my young son had. I think that I'll be visiting this cracking little cafe more often when visiting the area.

Could not recommend this cafe anymore! Please go and eat, take in the gorgeous sea front and just relax! My boyfriend and I went on a Sunday morning for breakfast, we got a seat on the front and looked out on to the pier! The friendly lady came over and took our order, a bacon sarnie with a cuppa tea and a bacon / egg sarnie with a coffee! The drinks came out very quickly, and then there was a little wait for food (expected) but we read the Sunday paper (which was supplied by the cafe). The food came after about a 5 minute wait and it was lovely! Cooked to perfection! It was a cheap well worth the price breakfast! I know I will most certainly be going there again for breakfast! I have also had a cornbeef and cheese toastie from there, and it was amazing! I've had vegetable soup with a bap, and as expected that was also amazing! Most certainly worth a visit!! GO!!

Lovely full english breakfast - good value and you get quite a large plate full - accommodate children but more of a meeting place for the older generation! Friendly staff.

By far the best breakfast in the North of England (and maybe further), friendly and fast service, great range of breakfast options, go for the Full English Breakfast though. Great coffee, breakfast cooked to order and comes piping hot and fresh. Great views, location and parking. If you are in the North East, well worth a visit.

A frequent haunt for our weekly lunch out from work - good range of lunch time meals! A lovely viewing point for the north sea also! PS - breakfast there is great too!

This little café on the top of the cliffs at Sunderland, is brilliant. It must have one of the best views out over the North Sea, of any café on the East Coast. It provides everything from breakfasts to Sunday lunches, and virtually everything in between. It always seems busy with locals, workmen, cyclists and holiday makers. The staff are friendly and helpful and the prices are great. They also do takeaway drinks and food. If you are on the beach in Sunderland, this is the place to visit for a snack or a full meal. Plus it has outside seating for dogs lovers etc.,

For many years I never gave any thought to going into this cafe as I mistakenly pre-judged it as being probably a very small "greasy Joe" type of place... how wrong was I! Accepting an offer of breakfast from my elsest son, I first visited last year and was pleasantly suprised. It's like a tardis-small on the outside but opens up inside with the rear of the building having a full width window that directly overlooks the piers, coved beach and lower promenade of Roker-absolutely beautiful. Although the furniture and decor is plain, it's clean and tidy and more importantly the ladies who run it are amongst the friendliest, most welcoming, people I've come across. They always smile and having something nice to say to their customers and clearly make an effort to remember previous visitors and have built up an obvious regular clientele.The menu is modest but offers a variety from breakfasts, brunch, lunch and afternoon tea and having now been back several times, I think I've probably got most of it covered and have enjoyed everything I've sampled! The full english breaky is HUGE so I've now taken to ordering the "small" which actually is still VERY filling.It's the kind of place where you can go in for something to eat or just a cuppa even if you're on your own-which I've also done-and you don't feel "odd" or awkward.When the weather's good there is the opportunity to sit outside also, with the tables a little further along so you can still see through the ornate stone wall, out to sea, after which you can enjoy a lovely walk to burn off those calories! An added advantage is the handful of FREE parking spaces directly beside the cafe.This cafe goes to show you should never be steriotypical, judge a book by it's cover etc etc-take yourself there-it's well worth it.

What a great place. Unpretentious and the BEST bacon and tomato sandwich on the planet. The breakfasts are superb and the staff are very flexible, if you want this or that added or taken away from the menu, it is NO Problem.Value for money and wonderful sea views.

Over the years we've visited this little cafe a number of times. It's in a great location with good views over Roker harbour and pier. The food is pretty average but it's honest fare served by friendly staff. On our visit this Sunday morning all I could do was nurse a cappuccino and a hangover while staring out to sea. My wife had not indulged in quite the same way so happily tucked into a sizeable fried egg sandwich. She was happy and thankfully the caffeine helped ease my pain sufficiently to enable us both to enjoy a nice walk on the lovely nearby beach.

We often visit this part of the coast and this little cafe perched on the cliff overlooking the mouth of the river Wear is just what the doctor ordered after an early morning drive. A fabulous breakfast for the money good quality sausage and bacon, black pudding fried bread tomato and beans with a freshly fried egg and toast tea or coffee included. This is a fabulous old fashioned family run café and as such you may have to wait as your food as it will be cooked fresh so have a tea or a coffee and enjoy the view the wait will be worth while. It would be unfair to give this an excellent as the cafe has it’s faults but it doesn’t pretend to anything that it’s not and what it does do it does excellently.

Called in for a hot drink and was very disapointed. The place smelt of fat and the hot chocalate was poor to say the least, the place could also do with a facelift and a waitress that isn't obsessed with texting