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Cafes

Every single café on Mersea Island is independently family-owned, offering a warm welcome alongside great quality, honest food. Whether you are stopping for a morning coffee or a slice of homemade cake, you can find all of their details in our handy guide below.

Pubs: Services

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The Strood Kitchen
1E Yorick Rd, West Mersea, CO5 8HP

Eat Shop Play Mersea - Strood Kitchen

The Strood Kitchen is a cosy, family-run independent Cafe in West Mersea. It is the perfect spot for weary walkers or locals to relax, offering excellent coffee, freshly made breakfasts, light lunches, and delicious homemade cakes Cafe in West Mersea.

Try the gorgeous waffles at The Strood Kitchen

More Mersea Island Cafes...

Cork n Cap

Rewsalls Lane, Est Mersea

A welcoming local spot where you can settle in to enjoy a fantastic drink selection alongside light, casual bites.

The Art Cafe,

2 Coast Road, CO5 8QE

A vibrant, creative hub loved by locals for its relaxed environment and famously delicious, freshly made rarebit.

2 Sugars Cafe

Victoria Espl. CO5 8PA

A unique family-run coffee spot located inside a historic WWII bunker along Victoria Esplanade, offering beachside refreshments.

Mersea Deli

42 High St, CO5 8QA

An artisanal delicatessen providing specialty coffees, fresh sandwiches, and grazing selections perfect for an island picnic.

Dukes Seafood

Coast Rd, CO5 8NA

A popular coastal spot offering fresh, locally caught seafood platters and casual bites near the water.

Wyatts Coffee

128 Coast Rd, CO5 8PA

A popular Coast Road coffee hatch renowned for serving premium artisan roasts, iced matchas, and sweet treats on the go.

Mersea Island Bakery

8 Barfield Rd, CO5 8QT

A traditional bakery known for its freshly baked breads, savory pastries, and comforting all-day breakfast options.

Blackwater Pearl

122A Coast Rd, CO5 8PA

A scenic coastal café offering lovely waterfront views alongside a menu of comforting hot drinks and light meals.

Mersea Island Fish Bar

37 High St, CO5 8QA

A classic chip shop serving up freshly prepared, golden fish and chips and tasty burgers for a traditional takeaway meal.

Seaview Beach Diner

Seaview Ave, CO5 8DA

A lively seaside diner positioned right opposite the beach huts, serving up classic comfort food, snacks, and ice cream.

The Dog and Pheasant

Pubs

There are seven distinct pubs and our local British Legion spread across the island. Whether you're pulling up a chair after a walk on the sea wall or stopping off down the Coast Road, each venue offers its own unique island style.

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Restaurants

We are incredibly lucky to have such a great choice of independent restaurants right on our doorstep. From a casual lunchtime bite or a special evening meal overlooking the estuary, each island spot serves up its own unique atmosphere.

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Cafes

Mersea’s café scene is 100% independent and family-run. Whether you’re stopping for breakfast or a slice of homemade cake, look below to discover our local coffee shops and tea rooms.

Eat Shop Play loves the thai fusion from Mama Cook Pop Up Truck

Takeaways

From traditional island favorites to exciting pop-up street food vans, Mersea's takeaway scene has something for everyone. Look below to find your next quick, delicious bite.

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