# The Grumpy Cook, Hastings — Reviews & Opening Hours > The Grumpy Cook — Restaurant in Hastings with a 3/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.6/5 from 235 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/east-sussex/restaurants/the-grumpy-cook (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Restaurant 🐾 Dogs Welcome # The Grumpy Cook Hastings, East Sussex [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=15341028983812043429&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [The Grumpy Cook](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/108619010429781935890) **In short:** The Grumpy Cook is a restaurant in East Sussex, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 235 Google reviews, with a 3/5 food hygiene rating and dogs welcome. Details checked 9 October 2026 · source: Google Places ## About The Grumpy Cook The Grumpy Cook is a cafe on Robertson Street in Hastings serving breakfasts, cakes and lunch options. The scrambled eggs are noted by diners. Prices are reasonable and staff are described as welcoming. The venue accommodates children and groups, and dogs are allowed. The cafe operates a community scheme offering free meals and a pay-it-forward payment option. Food hygiene rating: 3 out of 5. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [The Grumpy Cook's own website](http://www.grumpycook.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM **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 – 3:00 PM **Sunday** Closed ## What's nearby - Caffè Nero next door - ODEON Hastings next door Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this cafe's delicious food, including hearty breakfasts, tasty cakes, and a variety of lunch options, with many highlighting the excellent scrambled eggs. They also appreciate the very reasonable prices and the welcoming, friendly staff. Many guests mention the cafe's significant community support, offering free meals and a "pay it forward" scheme. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (235 reviews) **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 3 out of 5 – Generally satisfactory **Destination** East Sussex Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1661029). [More restaurants in East Sussex](https://staycation.co.uk/east-sussex/restaurants) ★ 4.6 (235 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £1 – £10 [Visit official website](http://www.grumpycook.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01424 446227](tel:01424446227) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** East Sussex **Plus Code** 9F22VH4H+5X ### 🏨 Places to stay near East Sussex 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%2BSussex%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/east-sussex/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/east-sussex/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of The Grumpy Cook? The Grumpy Cook is open Mon–Fri 9am–4pm; Sat 9am–3pm; Sun closed (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is The Grumpy Cook any good? The Grumpy Cook is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 235 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 3 out of 5. ### Is The Grumpy Cook dog-friendly? Yes, dogs are allowed at The Grumpy Cook. ### Is The Grumpy Cook good for children? Yes, The Grumpy Cook is listed as good for children. ### How do I contact The Grumpy Cook? 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