# The Crate Trafalgar, Portsmouth — Reviews & Opening Hours

> The Crate Trafalgar — Coffee Shop in Portsmouth with a 4/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.4/5 from 258 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions.

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Coffee Shop 🐾 Dogs Welcome

# The Crate Trafalgar

Hamilton Road, Portsmouth

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**In short:** The Crate Trafalgar is a coffee shop in Portsmouth, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 258 Google reviews, with a 4/5 food hygiene rating and dogs welcome.

Details checked 4 September 2026 · source: Google Places

## About The Crate Trafalgar

The Crate Trafalgar is a coffee shop at Trafalgar Wharf on Hamilton Road, overlooking the waterfront. It serves coffee, croissants and food, with seating inside and outside. Dogs are welcome in the outdoor area.

The cafe accommodates children and groups. It holds a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5.

## Menu & facilities

For the current menu and prices, see [The Crate Trafalgar's own website](http://thecratetrafalgar.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 – 9:00 PM

**Saturday** 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

**Sunday** 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

## What's nearby

- Fugro 150m away
- Magma Global Ltd 300m away
- Griffon Marine 300m away
- Samvardhana Motherson Reflectec 350m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

People say this cafe offers delicious food, coffee, and croissants, with many highlighting the beautiful waterfront views and cozy interior. They also mention the friendly staff and dog-friendly outdoor seating.

Some reviews mention the service can be inefficient.

Summary via Google

## At a glance

**Guest rating** 4.4 / 5 (258 reviews)

**Dogs allowed** Yes

**Good for children** Yes

**Good for groups** Yes

**Food hygiene rating** 4 out of 5 – Good

**Destination** Portsmouth

Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1592178).

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★ 4.4 (258 reviews)

Typical price range (Google)

£10 – £20

[Visit official website](http://thecratetrafalgar.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant)

### Quick Facts

**Destination** Portsmouth

**Plus Code** 9C2WRVVQ+J2

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## Quick answers

### What are the opening hours of The Crate Trafalgar?

The Crate Trafalgar is open Mon–Thu 9am–4pm; Fri–Sat 9am–9pm; Sun 10am–6pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

### Is The Crate Trafalgar any good?

The Crate Trafalgar is rated 4.4 out of 5 from 258 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 4 out of 5.

### Is The Crate Trafalgar dog-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at The Crate Trafalgar.

### Is The Crate Trafalgar good for children?

Yes, The Crate Trafalgar is listed as good for children.

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