# Claire's Cabin Cafe & Smokehouse, Colchester — Reviews & Opening Hours > Claire's Cabin Cafe & Smokehouse — Cafe in Colchester with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.8/5 from 125 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/colchester/restaurants/claire-s-cabin-cafe-smokehouse (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Cafe 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Claire's Cabin Cafe & Smokehouse Tiptree, Colchester [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=9872184237206481603&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: Claire's Cabin Cafe & Smokehouse / Google Maps **In short:** Claire's Cabin Cafe & Smokehouse is a cafe in Colchester, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 125 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating and dogs welcome. Details checked 7 October 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Claire's Cabin Cafe & Smokehouse Claire's Cabin Cafe & Smokehouse sits within Toms Farm Shop on Maldon Road in Tiptree. The menu centres on seafood, with cod goujons, crab salad and smoked fish among the offerings. Plates are generous and pricing is fair. Staff are described as friendly and attentive. The cafe welcomes children and groups, takes advance bookings and allows dogs. Food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Claire's Cabin Cafe & Smokehouse's own website](https://claires-cabin.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Tuesday** 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Wednesday** 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Thursday** 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Friday** 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Saturday** 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Sunday** Closed ## What's nearby - J Purdy & Sons next door Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this cafe's delicious and filling food, especially the homemade cod goujons, crab salad, and smoked seafood dishes. They also highlight the friendly, welcoming, and efficient staff. Guests mention the pleasant atmosphere and good value for large plates of food. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.8 / 5 (125 reviews) **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Colchester Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1690809). [More restaurants in Colchester](https://staycation.co.uk/colchester/restaurants) ★ 4.8 (125 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £10 – £20 [Visit official website](https://claires-cabin.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01621 892455](tel:01621892455) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Colchester **Plus Code** 9F32QPV8+C4 ### 🏨 Places to stay near Colchester Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DColchester%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/colchester/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/colchester/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Claire's Cabin Cafe & Smokehouse? Claire's Cabin Cafe & Smokehouse is open Mon–Sat 8am–4pm; Sun closed (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Claire's Cabin Cafe & Smokehouse any good? Claire's Cabin Cafe & Smokehouse is rated 4.8 out of 5 from 125 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ### Is Claire's Cabin Cafe & Smokehouse dog-friendly? Yes, dogs are allowed at Claire's Cabin Cafe & Smokehouse. ### Is Claire's Cabin Cafe & Smokehouse good for children? Yes, Claire's Cabin Cafe & Smokehouse is listed as good for children. ### Can you book a table at Claire's Cabin Cafe & Smokehouse? Yes, Claire's Cabin Cafe & Smokehouse takes reservations. ### How do I contact Claire's Cabin Cafe & Smokehouse? 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