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Family Restaurant ££ 🐾 Dogs Welcome

Cliffhanger Cafe

Waterford Road, Christchurch

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Contemporary sea-view cafe with a seafood based menu, an outdoor terrace and tribute act nights. Summary via Google

Good to know

Parking

  • ✓Paid car park
  • ✓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 Cliffhanger Cafe

Cliffhanger Cafe occupies a contemporary space with views over the sea. The menu centres on seafood, with fish and chips among the dishes served. Vegetarian and vegan options are available alongside the main offerings. The cafe opens for breakfast through to dinner, and serves coffee, beer, wine and cocktails.

Outdoor seating overlooks the water. Children have a dedicated menu, and dogs are permitted. The venue accepts bookings and can accommodate groups. Live music features on certain evenings, including tribute act nights. Takeaway orders are accepted.

Menu & facilities

🥐 Breakfast 🥞 Brunch 🥪 Lunch 🍽️ Dinner ☕ Coffee 🍺 Beer 🍷 Wine 🍸 Cocktails 🍰 Dessert menu 🥦 Vegetarian options
🌤️ Outdoor seating 🎵 Live music 🍽️ Kids menu 🍴 Dine-in 🥡 Takeout

Opening hours

Monday
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

What's nearby

  • Highcliffe Beach parkrun 150m away
  • Highcliffe Community Association 150m away
  • Naish Beach 300m away
  • The Paddle 450m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

Diners like this restaurant's delicious and well-cooked food, especially the fish and chips, and appreciate the variety of vegetarian and vegan options. They also highlight the stunning views, friendly staff, and welcoming atmosphere.

Some reviews mention the service can be slow.

Summary via Google

At a glance

Guest rating
4.2 / 5 (2,915 reviews)
Price level
££
Dogs allowed
Yes
Good for children
Yes
Good for groups
Yes
Booking required
Yes
Food hygiene rating
5 out of 5 – Very good
Destination
Christchurch

Food hygiene rating from the Food Standards Agency.