# The Grinsteade Buffet, East Grinstead — Reviews & Opening Hours > The Grinsteade Buffet — Cafe in East Grinstead with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 5.0/5 from 2 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/east-grinstead/restaurants/the-grinsteade-buffet (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Cafe # The Grinsteade Buffet Firbank Way, East Grinstead [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=555063552706062004&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/) **In short:** The Grinsteade Buffet is a cafe in East Grinstead, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 28 August 2026 · source: Google Places ## Good to know ### Accessibility - ✓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 The Grinsteade Buffet The Grinsteade Buffet operates from a retail and refreshment carriage at Bluebell Railway Station. It serves lunch, coffee and desserts, with seating available for dine-in visits. The venue is suited to children and groups. It holds a five-star food hygiene rating. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [The Grinsteade Buffet's own website](http://www.bluebell-railway.com/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). 🥪 Lunch ☕ Coffee 🍰 Dessert menu 🍴 Dine-in ## Opening hours **Monday** 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM **Tuesday** 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM **Wednesday** 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM **Thursday** 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM **Friday** 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM **Saturday** 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM **Sunday** 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM ## What's nearby - Bluebell Railway - (East Grinstead Station) next door - Sainsbury's next door - East Grinstead Railway Station - Southern Railway 200m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 5.0 / 5 (2 reviews) **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** East Grinstead Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/507741). [More restaurants in East Grinstead](https://staycation.co.uk/east-grinstead/restaurants) ★ 5.0 (2 reviews) [Visit official website](http://www.bluebell-railway.com/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) ### Quick Facts **Destination** East Grinstead **Plus Code** 9C3X4XGJ+4C ### 🏨 Places to stay near East Grinstead 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%3DEast%2BGrinstead%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/east-grinstead/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/east-grinstead/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of The Grinsteade Buffet? The Grinsteade Buffet is open Mon–Sun 10:30am–4:30pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is The Grinsteade Buffet any good? The Grinsteade Buffet is rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ### Is The Grinsteade Buffet good for children? Yes, The Grinsteade Buffet is listed as good for children. ### Does The Grinsteade Buffet have outdoor seating? No, Google does not list outdoor seating. ### Is The Grinsteade Buffet wheelchair accessible? 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