Fresh seafood served by the beautiful 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.
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.
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
Stay in Burton Bradstock.
Escape to one of our two delightful 16th century thatched cottages. Nestled in the heart of Burton Bradstock, each cottage is just a ten minute walk to the National Trust’s Hive Beach.
Number 61
A charming 3 bedroom thatched cottage with 2 double bedrooms and a single bedroom, fully fitted kitchen, and log burner.
Number 60
A charming 2 bedroom thatched cottage with a double bed and single bedroom, fully fitted kitchen, and a gas fired log burner.
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