Chapples Beach Cafe

Beer, Seaton EX12 3NE, United Kingdom
$$$ Cafe
(36 Reviews)
Price Range £1–10

Welcome to Chapples Beach Cafe, a charming, cozy spot nestled right on Beer Beach in Seaton, UK. This delightful cafe captivates both locals and visitors alike with its exquisite location and warm ambiance, making it an ideal destination for a relaxed dining experience by the sea. As you step in, you're immediately greeted by the inviting aroma of freshly brewed coffee and sizzling breakfast delights that promise to tantalize your taste buds.

While the menu boasts a carefully curated selection of breakfast items, it's the quality and flavor that truly stand out. Imagine sinking your teeth into an excellent bacon sandwich, crispy and savory, or perhaps indulging in a hearty English breakfast where every component is cooked to perfection. Even if you are seeking vegetarian options, the accommodating team will ensure you leave satisfied, offering tailored alternatives to meet your preferences.

The atmosphere at Chapples is simply enchanting. With wooden picnic benches set up outside and the sound of gentle waves lapping against the pebbles, you can enjoy your meal with an unbeatable view of the beach. Picture yourself sipping a rich cup of coffee or tea while gazing out at the stunning coastline — it’s a perfect moment to relax and recharge.

Customers rave about their experiences here. One review by 'lph' perfectly captures the essence of dining at Chapples Beach Cafe: “The food was very nice and reasonably priced, the sausage was excellent.” This sentiment is echoed by 'Richard Symes', who highlights the cafe's superb location and exceptional service, making it a standout choice on a sunny bank holiday. Guests have also enjoyed the cleanliness of the outdoor area, the charm of the beach huts, and the availability of lounging opportunities with beach chairs, enhancing the laid-back vibe of this coastal retreat.

Moreover, the owner’s kindness has not gone unnoticed. Many patrons, like 'Mosh UK', mention how the staff goes beyond the call of duty, providing excellent service with a smile, creating a welcoming atmosphere that's hard to forget.

So whether you find yourself in the area for a morning swim or just looking for a cozy spot to unwind after a day of beach-side activities, Chapples Beach Cafe promises an enjoyable experience filled with delightful flavors and sheer coastal beauty. It’s more than just a cafe; it’s a cherished local gem that welcomes one and all with open arms. Make sure to drop by for a meal or just a sweet treat — you won’t be disappointed!

Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Serves great coffee
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves coffee
Has free water refills
Quick bite
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves lunch
Serves dessert
Has seating
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Children
Good for kids
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Wednesday

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Thursday

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Friday

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Saturday

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Sunday

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

36 Reviews
lph

16 Sep 2025

The food was very nice and reasonably priced, the sausage was excellent. The service was very really good and came with a nice smile. We loved sitting by the sea, what a great view for breakfast!

Richard Symes

02 Sep 2025

Very well made coffee. Thank you to the Chapples girls who looked after us well. Great location directly on the beach. Very reasonable prices for a sunny Bank Holiday Monday right by the sea.

Peter Meade

09 Aug 2025

Chapples Beach Cafe is an outlet on Beer Beach. There are lots of picnic tables and walkways are laid across the pebble beach to facilitate moving about. They supplied us with very good tea and coffee. There were lots of people at other tables eating good looking food from the cafe. They appear to rent out both beach huts and deckchairs. Beer beach is a delightful spot on the Southwest Coast Path and having the cafe on the beach makes it all the better. We didn’t spot toilets there, but there are some nearby in the town.

Wreford Miles

05 Jul 2025

Arriving at Beer beach early on a summers morning for a swim in it’s clear waters is made extra special when that day can start with a good coffee and an excellent bacon sandwich from Chapples set right on the beach. My wife’s tea, toast and marmalade were also just what the start to a great day needed. We just touched on what was on offer but the service received and quality of the food was top notch so we’d highly recommend heading for Chapples as it’s clear that the new owner (from August 2024) knows how to offer and do that bit more that makes all the difference

Mosh UK

19 Jun 2025

Lovely experience, the owner is just a beautiful human being. Came here asked if we could hire the umbrella as we had a little baby, owner was closing the cafe let me borrow umbrella anyway didn’t charge anything, Didn’t expect me to buy anything, but I have to say the ice creams were delicious - rum and raisin was just great. Will definitely be back!!

Michael White

11 Jun 2025

What a great place for breakfast! The food is good and hot, the service is cheerful, there is proper china proper cutlery and proper coffee, wooden picnic benches and the sound of waves gently lapping against the pebble beach.

Francesca Di Franco

02 Jun 2025

Wandered down in the morning for breakfast, stumbled across the hut. Small menu but all the essentials for a breakfast. No vegetarian meat alternatives but the team were more than accommodating and provided a ‘meat free’ alternative to the English breakfast - with an extra hash brown, fried tomato & fried egg! Beautiful spot on the beach, would recommend to any passer-by or local visitor.

CHRIS REED

25 May 2025

Sam at Chapples was such a help recently, when we came to Beer to Scatter my Dad's ashes. He gave us lots of advice and reserved 2 large tables for 13 of us. The Menu is good and varied, and the staff excellent. Cheers

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