# Central Cafe, Thetford — Reviews & Opening Hours > Central Cafe — Cafe in Thetford with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.5/5 from 307 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/thetford/restaurants/central-cafe (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Cafe # Central Cafe 1a White Hart Street, Thetford [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=13723936884008338593&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Central Cafe](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/106291839256441875060) **In short:** Central Cafe is a cafe in Thetford, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 307 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Central Cafe Central Cafe occupies 1a White Hart Street in Thetford town centre. It holds a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 and scores 4.5 stars from 307 Google reviews. The cafe caters to children and groups. The menu includes meat pies, lasagne, fry-ups and full English and Turkish breakfasts. Portions are reported to be generous. Coffee is served, and children's menus are available. The cafe is clean and tidy, with staff described as friendly and prompt. ## Opening hours **Monday** Closed **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** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM ## What's nearby - Cheers Restaurant next door - Star OK kebab next door - The Bell next door - Ancient House Museum next door - English Heritage - Thetford Priory 350m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.5 / 5 (307 reviews) **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** No **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Thetford Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/831942). [More restaurants in Thetford](https://staycation.co.uk/thetford/restaurants) ★ 4.5 (307 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £10 – £20 [01842 760101](tel:01842760101) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Thetford **Plus Code** 9F42CP7W+RM ### 🏨 Places to stay near Thetford 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%3DThetford%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/thetford/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/thetford/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Central Cafe? Central Cafe is open Mon closed; Tue–Sat 8am–4pm; Sun 9am–4pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Central Cafe any good? Central Cafe is rated 4.5 out of 5 from 307 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ### Is Central Cafe good for children? Yes, Central Cafe is listed as good for children. ### Can you book a table at Central Cafe? Central Cafe does not take reservations, so it is walk-in only. ### How do I contact Central Cafe? 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