Carousel Cafe Hemsby

Carousel Cafe, Newport Rd, Hemsby, Great Yarmouth NR29 4NN, United Kingdom
$$$ Cafe
(50 Reviews)
Price Range £1–10

Carousel Cafe Hemsby is a straightforward, well-loved spot near the coast in Great Yarmouth, catering mainly to locals and holidaymakers looking for hearty, no-fuss meals in a casual cafe setting. Its menu leans heavily into traditional British comfort food, offering familiar dishes like bangers and mash, cottage pie, and roasted chicken – all reasonably priced and freshly prepared to order.

The atmosphere here is relaxed and friendly, with a clean and tidy interior that feels welcoming whether you pop in for a quick breakfast or a more substantial lunch. Outdoor seating is dog-friendly, making it a practical stop for pet owners passing through or staying nearby.

This cafe’s vibe suits visitors who appreciate straightforward, well-done pub-style food without frills. The staff engagement stands out as attentive and genuine, offering helpful service with a warm local touch, including little extras like fresh water for dogs. While the place operates on a cash-only basis, that simplicity complements its unpretentious charm.

Carousel Cafe also shares its space with an adjoining amusement arcade and a small bowling alley, which adds a laid-back recreational element nearby—often appreciated by families and groups looking to combine a meal with some casual entertainment.

The best time to visit is during daylight hours when the casual, community feel is strongest—particularly during breakfast and lunchtime. It attracts a mix of local regulars and holiday visitors who value freshly cooked plates, modest prices, and a welcoming environment. Though slightly off the beaten path for those not staying nearby, its straightforward menu and dependable quality reward those who make the trip.

Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
What they serve
Coffee
Quick bite
Best for
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Seating
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

10:00 AM - 01:30 PM

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05:00 PM - 07:30 PM

Tuesday

10:00 AM - 01:30 PM

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05:00 PM - 07:30 PM

Wednesday

10:00 AM - 01:30 PM

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05:00 PM - 07:30 PM

Thursday

10:00 AM - 01:30 PM

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05:00 PM - 07:30 PM

Friday

10:00 AM - 01:30 PM

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05:00 PM - 07:30 PM

Saturday

09:30 AM - 01:30 PM

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05:00 PM - 07:30 PM

Sunday

10:00 AM - 01:30 PM

50 Reviews
ASK Kent

14 Dec 2025

stopped in for a brunch, I had a bacon roll and chips, my wife had a tuna and sweetcorn bap with crisps salad and a plate of chips, the bacon was well cooked and good quality my wife's tuna + sweetcorn bap was really good, nicely presented and a lot more than expected (I had to finish her chips). Not the first visit and definitely not the last. All of the dishes we saw leaving the kitchen looked good and we heard many good comments regarding it's quality. Keep up the good work Keith and your team.

Jayne Robertson

23 Nov 2025

This is the best place to eat in Hemsby.The food is fresh and tasty,very reasonably priced,lovely atmosphere and the staff are amazing,nothing is to much trouble for them and very welcoming and friendly.

Natasha Louise Jennings

15 Nov 2025

We stayed on the site,the food is freshly cooked to order,and really nice. Very reasonable prices,and the staff are fantastic,its slightly out the way if you aren't staying nearby,but its definitely worth going out the way and visiting.

Neil Harding

28 Oct 2025

What a great find on my holiday, the staff are fantastic!!!! I have never eaten a pie as good as the all steak pie on the special board and the pizza !!!!! Omg AMAZING !!!! staff are really helpful and will answer any question (the wife asks 10001 all the time) great food at great price with excellent service. Honestly try the pizza at a fantastic price and thank me later. Thank you to all staff we met you really were fantastic !!!

Andrew S

27 Oct 2025

We had breakfast here and although we sat outside because we had our dog , the owner was really lovely and helpful providing us with fresh water for the dog. The food was freshly cooked and tasted good. The place was very clean and tidy inside and out . It's a cash only but that's fine by us . There's an adjoining amusement arcade which has a bowling alley which we will play next time. We will be back.

Marion Flavelle

18 Sep 2025

We usually have breakfast in our caravan but because of the extreme heat cooking in such a confined space was a no no today. We decided to walk down to The Carousel Cafe and we are so glad we did, the food was superb, freshly cooked and served by a very pleasant, helpful young lady. We both had a full English breakfast (Hubby had the double one) and it was absolutely delicious, the fried bread was delicious too. We will most certainly be back, the extended menu also looked amazing and prices were extremely reasonable. Well Done!!

kev gates

17 Sep 2025

What can I say apart from perfect in every way . Good normal food at a cheap price . Nothing you can complain about here. Breakfast is good

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