Patcham Café

195 Carden Ave, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN1 8LE, United Kingdom
+44 1273 556666
$$$ Cafe
(133 Reviews)
Price Range £1–10

Patcham Café is a straightforward, no-frills spot tucked away on Carden Avenue, popular with locals looking for a solid breakfast or lunch. This family-run café has a comfortable, slightly old-fashioned vibe where regulars and visitors alike come for hearty portions and a welcoming atmosphere. The staff’s warm and familiar approach gives the place a lived-in feel, as if it’s the go-to morning stop for nearby residents and workers.

The café’s menu focuses heavily on traditional British breakfast offerings, with generous plates like the classic steak and eggs or combinations featuring bacon, sausage, mushrooms, and beans. Patrons commonly comment on the ample serving sizes, which often leave you more than satisfied without feeling overpriced. Coffee here leans towards the reliable side—good quality but not overly fancy—making it easy to settle in with a cup and take your time.

Patcham Café seems suited for early starts, especially on weekdays, where the crowd tends to be a mix of local workers, parents dropping off kids at nearby schools, and neighborhood folks popping in for a solid bite before the day begins. While there’s no spotlight on outdoor seating, the interior feels casual and unhurried, matching well with a slower breakfast pace or a mid-morning break.

Those who prefer a traditional café experience over trendy coffee shops will find this place dependable and comforting. It’s the sort of spot where portion size, affordability, and friendly service outweigh the finer details of decor or boutique coffee blends. If you’re passing through Patcham and hungry in the morning or early afternoon, this café delivers a straightforward, no-nonsense meal with a side of local friendliness.

Highlights
Serves great coffee
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Good for solo dining
What they serve
Serves coffee
Quick bite
Best for
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dessert
Has seating
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

Closed

Wednesday

7:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Thursday

7:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Friday

7:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Saturday

7:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Sunday

8:30 AM - 3:00 PM

133 Reviews
Paul E

07 Dec 2025

I was at nearby Patcham school and fancied breakfast. The nearest cafe (honey cafe) didn’t open until 10(?!) so I walked here. I am really pleased I did. Warm welcome by staff (appears a family business). Great coffee and breakfast. Massive portion and reasonably priced. If I am ever passing I’ll definitely return. Well worth a visit.

Malcolm Lee

15 Nov 2025

Lovely breakfast here and bigger than the picture on their menu,good value for the money these days ,,, totally stuffed

Luiza Jonik

26 Oct 2025

Wonderful staff, incredibly affordable and very tasty food, generous portions. Overall a wonderful environment, really great cafe

dal coulter

10 Oct 2025

Great food u get lots at a good price and the people who run it are great

Soobaroo63

28 Sep 2025

Really good value for money, great size portions and not swimming in grease. Good coffee too. Only minor niggle would be the quality of the sausages, I personally prefer ones with a higher meat content. Will be back soon!

Garf Maggs

24 Sep 2025

I've been working around here recently and have used the cafe quite a few times. Never disappointed, friendly sevice, great choice, big portions and always cooked well. Will definitely be going back whenever I am in the area.

David J

19 Sep 2025

Really? Nice staff, straightforward breakfast. Very surprised that I had a burger. Included in the breakfast special mind you, it was 15 pounds. Although there were cheaper options on the menu. But I went for the big boys breakfast as I do like my food but never had a burger on my plate before. A full english breakfast. Tasty good to be fair? Good luck find in parking around here. But you can fill your boots quite easy for a tenner

Sean Taylor

16 Sep 2025

Lovely people run this gem of a cafe.......make the best breakfasts and the chicken grill is perfect.......always made to feel very welcome and brilliant service.

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