# Drift-In Surf Cafe, Chichester — Reviews & Opening Hours > Drift-In Surf Cafe — Coffee Shop in Chichester with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.6/5 from 410 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/chichester/restaurants/drift-in-surf-cafe (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Coffee Shop ££ 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Drift-In Surf Cafe East Wittering, Chichester [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=15288527357497293883&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/) **In short:** Drift-In Surf Cafe is a coffee shop in Chichester, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 410 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating and dogs welcome. Details checked 28 August 2026 · source: Google Places ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free street - ✓Paid street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet - ✓Accessible seating ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the restaurant before you travel, especially for access needs. ## About Drift-In Surf Cafe Drift-In Surf Cafe sits at Wittering Surf on East Wittering's shore road. It serves breakfast, brunch and lunch alongside coffee, beer, wine and cocktails. The menu includes cooked breakfasts, American pancakes and banoffee banana bread, with vegetarian dishes and a children's menu available. Portions are generous. Outdoor seating overlooks the beach. The cafe welcomes dogs and groups, offers dine-in and takeaway, and holds a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5. ## Menu & facilities 🥐 Breakfast 🥞 Brunch 🥪 Lunch ☕ Coffee 🍺 Beer 🍷 Wine 🍸 Cocktails 🍰 Dessert menu 🥦 Vegetarian options 🌤️ Outdoor seating 🍽️ Kids menu 🍴 Dine-in 🥡 Takeout ## Opening hours **Monday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Tuesday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Wednesday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Thursday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Friday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Saturday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Sunday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM ## What's nearby - Munneries next door - Pharmacy Link next door - Inspirations next door - Madhu-Ban Tandoori Restaurant next door - Tesco Express next door Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this cafe's delicious coffee and extensive menu, which includes hearty cooked breakfasts, American pancakes, and banoffee banana bread. They also highlight the generous portions and reasonable prices. Guests mention the relaxed atmosphere and friendly staff. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (410 reviews) **Price level** ££ **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Chichester Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/28755). [More restaurants in Chichester](https://staycation.co.uk/chichester/restaurants) ★ 4.6 (410 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £10 – £20 [01243 672292](tel:01243672292) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Chichester **Plus Code** 9C2XQ49G+JC ### 🏨 Places to stay near Chichester Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Yes, Drift-In Surf Cafe serves vegetarian food. ### Does Drift-In Surf Cafe have outdoor seating? Yes, there is outdoor seating. ### Is Drift-In Surf Cafe wheelchair accessible? Drift-In Surf Cafe has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at Drift-In Surf Cafe? Yes: free street parking and paid street parking. ### How do I contact Drift-In Surf Cafe? 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