Fresh Seafood Served by the Dorset Coast.
Enjoy fresh, locally sourced seafood, a slice of homemade cake, or a simple cup of tea with far-reaching views across Lyme Bay and Chesil Beach.
Events
Explore our upcoming events and discover new culinary experiences, from seafood feasts to wine tastings featuring the best of Dorset produce.
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23 Jan
Burns Night
Fri 23 January 2025
Watch House Cafe, West Bay
Learn moreCelebrate Burns Night with us at the Watch House Cafe in West Bay where bagpiper Lewis Findlay will be performing alongside our Burns Night themed set 3-course menu, priced £35.
Booking required.
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14 Feb
Valentine's Day
Sat 14 - Sun 15 February 2026
Hive Beach Café
Learn moreYou and a loved one are invited to join us through Valentine’s Day weekend at lunch time to enjoy a round of oysters or our iconic shellfish sharing platter over sweeping views of our iconic Jurassic coast line.
Booking recommended.
Our story
Seafood, crafted from Dorset’s natural larder.
Established in 1991, Hive Beach Café began as a small kiosk serving refreshments to visitors of the stunning Jurassic Coast. Our founder's vision was to create a place where people could enjoy the breathtaking natural beauty while savouring the freshest seafood caught just offshore.
Over the years, we've grown from that humble beach shack into a renowned dining destination, but our core values remain unchanged: a commitment to sustainability, supporting local fishermen, and providing an unforgettable dining experience.
Gourmet snacks
Discover gourmet snacks fit for gift baskets.
From Moroccan style Harissa mixed nuts, to the best of Spain's olive oil crisps, discover our handcooked gourmet nuts and crisps that work beautifully in gift baskets and stocking fillers.
Discover our Restaurants on The Jurassic Coast.
Hive Beach Cafe, Burton Bradstock
A coastal cafe with sweeping views of Hive Beach, open daily.
Watch House Cafe, West Bay
From woodfired pizzas to fresh seafood, visit our relaxed Watch House Cafe in West Bay.
The Club House, West Bexington
Enjoy the full flavours of the sea in a smart establishment on Chesil Beach.
Mains menu
Drinks menu
"Lovely café with a nice view of the beach. The service was great and very friendly. The food was presented beautifully and tasted superb. The level of food I would expect from a restaurant."- Chris Rademacher
“Excellent cafe with stunning views of hive beach, friend and efficient staff, food is excellent and freshly cooked. Great place for breakfast by the sea.”- Mike Berry
“We were dead lucky to get prime seating overlooking the beach. Then the seafood platter came. Wow! This broke the three of us and could easily have fed 6 people. A true and rare delight the platter was a definite highlight of our time on the Jurassic coast."- Roy Hanney
“We came for a breakfast and it was amazing! They have plenty of inside and outside seating available, and the service was efficient and very friendly. The breakfasts and drinks were delicious, would definitely recommend if you’re in the area.”- Alice Main
“It was our first visit and I can’t fault the experience from food to great staff and what a location. Sea food at its freshest & best.”- Stuart Houghton
Blog posts
5 Deliciously Nourishing Healthy Seafood Recipes You Must Try
The best thing about seafood dishes is that the ingredients speak for themselves. With a lot of fish based dishes, tossing fish in a pan or roasting it in the...
The Hive’s Ultimate Sea Salt Blend
At the Hive, seasoning is never an afterthought — it’s where flavour begins. This ultimate sea salt blend is our quiet workhorse, used across fish, vegetables and meats to lift...