Pit Stop Cafe

York Rd, Southwold IP18 6AN, United Kingdom
+44 7887 901027
$$$ Cafe
(95 Reviews)
Price Range £1–10

Welcome to Pit Stop Cafe, a true hidden gem nestled on York Rd in Southwold. This charming cafe exudes a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, making it the perfect destination for families, bikers, and anyone looking for a satisfying bite to eat in a unique setting.

As soon as you approach, you’ll be greeted by the sight of cheerful tables both indoors and outdoors, allowing you to soak in the vibrant ambiance while enjoying your meal. The decor is delightfully quirky, featuring old toys and bikes that make it feel like an inviting haven for children and adults alike. The ease of parking next to tables only adds to its charm, as you can drop in after a day of exploring this picturesque seaside town.

The Menu at Pit Stop Cafe is a delightful mix of hearty snacks and baked goods that leave your taste buds singing. Start your day with a satisfying Full English breakfast, complete with double portions of eggs, bacon, sausages, tomatoes, mushrooms, hash browns, and beans—a perfect fuel for your adventures ahead! If you're in the mood for something sweet, indulge in a slice of Victoria Sponge or Chocolate Brownie, guaranteed to capture your heart with their freshly baked goodness.

The drinks menu offers a variety of options including aromatic coffee, tea, and milkshakes, although some reviews mention that while they are decent, they might not win any awards for being gourmet. Nonetheless, the genuine warmth of the service truly shines through. The friendly team goes above and beyond to ensure every guest feels welcome, as many customers like Steve C and Sue Richards noted in their delightfully positive reviews.

Whether you’re stopping by after a bike ride, catching up with friends, or looking for a relaxing spot to enjoy tennis (yes, there are courts available for hire!), Pit Stop Cafe certainly caters to both the food lover and the active lifestyle. Revel in the nostalgia of the outdoor area where children can play, while you soak in the easy-going vibe that makes it ideal for gathering with friends and family.

One visit, and you’ll understand why this local spot has become a family favorite for many, as echoed by Rob Savory and Rosalind Hawkes. Each customer seems to walk away not just full, but also with satisfied smiles, eager to return again. If you find yourself in Southwold, don’t miss out on the unique experience that is Pit Stop Cafe—where the food is simple, the ambiance is quirky, and the memories are unforgettable.

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves coffee
Serves healthy options
Quick bite
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Good for groups
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
Pets
Dogs allowed
Openings Hours

Monday

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Tuesday

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Wednesday

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Thursday

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Friday

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Saturday

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Sunday

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

95 Reviews
Steve C

21 Aug 2025

Travelled up from Sussex, very friendly team, great food, superb venue for bike or car meets, easy parking next to the tables

Andy S

15 Aug 2025

Quite a unique place these days, old toys and bikes for children to play with, good food, lots of tables and seating inside and out. Even has some tennis courts with equipment you can hire for just a few quid. Feels like an old cricket club house. Enjoyed it.

Rob Savory

11 Aug 2025

A hidden gem for Southwold. Loads of space, lots for kids young and old to do, and great food at excellent value. Been a family favourite for many years.

Sue Richards

01 Aug 2025

Met up with some biker friends here for brunch. Freshly baked bacon rolls, incredible! Service was excellent, with our food and drinks being bought to our table outside. The only thing we thought let it down was the tea and coffee, it was ok if you like instant coffee or a so so cup of tea. Would we come again? Yes, we will be back. The track to the cafe from the road is a little rough, but there is parking when you get there.

Daniel Barnes

27 Jul 2025

Great place to take the kids for a bite to eat. Lovely staff, a little gem of a place. Not gourmet food but good and reasonably priced

john Townsend

26 Jun 2025

The Old Bikers scored another Winner; we took a short run down to Southwold and dropped in at the Pit Stop Cafe for breakfast. This has to be a unique Cafe, providing the option for tennis and children toys as well as a superb Breakfast. Most of us had the Full English with Double everything. Eggs, Bacon, Sausages,Tomatoes, Mushrooms, Hash-browns and beans topped off with selection of toast. All well cooked and served together. The coffee could be better but most of us had tea and all agreed top marks for breakfast and service. The surrounding are very rustic all of which added to the charm, we will go back. Since this visit we have returned several times all of which have lived up to our previous review there is some indoor seating and some under shelter as well as plenty of outside seating we love the place.

T B

17 Jun 2025

The Ritz it ain't but quirky, cheap and good food it is. Missed out on the specials as they had some work being done inside. But the menu still has plenty on it!

Rosalind Hawkes

11 Jun 2025

A wonderful relaxed and friendly atmosphere.The food is freshly prepared but there can be a wait for it. There is a good selection on the menu to suit all tastes.A great place for families and very child friendly. It is truly unique!

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