Dog-friendly Places to Eat

Aldringham Tea Room

Aldringham Tea Room

Old Blacksmiths, Thorpe Road, Aldringham, Leiston , IP16 4QX

Tel: 01728 830834

Aldringham Tea Room is a friendly, independent café in a restored workshop, open since 2022. Welcoming locals and visitors, it offers loose-leaf teas, quality coffee, light lunches and homemade cakes. Spacious, accessible and relaxed, large groups are welcome—booking recommended, including for High Teas and celebration cakes.

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Alde Cafe

Alde Cafe

2 Hall Farm Lane Saxmundham Road Aldeburgh Suffolk , IP15 5JD

“Breakfast is everything,” and at Alde Café, it truly is. Serving the best local Suffolk breakfasts made with ingredients from within 25 miles, it’s a spot for family, friends, or solo diners — simple, delicious, and proudly British.

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Libardi’s Ice Cream Kiosk

Libardi’s Ice Cream Kiosk

7 Crabbe St, Aldeburgh , IP15 5BW

Libardi’s Ice Cream Kiosk, near the beach, is a family-run gem offering creamy gelato, rich coffee, and Mr Whippy soft serve. Loved by families, it’s known for friendly service and gluten-free options with care for dietary needs.

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Two Magpies Bakery

Two Magpies Bakery

183A High St, Aldeburgh , IP15 5AL

Tel: 01728 453204

Our welcoming team serves freshly baked sourdough, pastries, savouries, sweet treats, and Allpress coffee to eat in or take away. We’re dog and family friendly, with a special Mini Magpies menu designed just for your little bakers!

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The White Hart

The White Hart

222 High St, Aldeburgh, IP15 5AJ

Tel: 01728 453205

The White Hart, a historic pub licensed since 1800, sits beside Aldeburgh’s famous chip shop. Enjoy ales, wines, and summer wood-fired pizza in the garden. Dogs and children welcome outside; cosy up by the fire during winter. Fish and chips welcome!

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The Parrot

The Parrot

B1353 Aldringham, Leiston, IP16 4PY

Tel: 01728830221

The Parrot, a historic 16th-century pub in Aldringham, is run by experienced local publicans David and Chris. Building on years of success at The Dolphin, they aim to make The Parrot a welcoming hub at the heart of the village community.

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Regatta Restaurant

Regatta Restaurant

171 High Street, Aldeburgh, IP15 5AN

Tel: 01728 452011

Regatta Restaurant, located on Aldeburgh’s High Street, offers a bright, welcoming setting with a focus on fresh, seasonal seafood. Run by local twins Alex and Oliver Burnside, it combines coastal flavours with friendly service, perfect for relaxed dining year-round.

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The Old Generator Station

The Old Generator Station

Kings Field, Aldeburgh, IP15 5HY

Tel: 01728 453399

The Old Generator Station in Aldeburgh is a renovated community hub featuring a public bar, café, big screen, hall, meeting room, snooker mezzanine, and changing facilities—offering a versatile space for events, socialising, and local activities.

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Aldeburgh Munchies

Aldeburgh Munchies

163 High St, Aldeburgh , IP15 5AN

Tel: 01728 454566

Aldeburgh Munchies offers freshly prepared meals, handmade cakes, and daily café takeaway options with a strong focus on local produce, sustainability, and community. Established in 2002, they provide delivery or click-and-collect via app, in a fun, eco-conscious environment.

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Mill Inn Aldeburgh

Mill Inn Aldeburgh

Market Cross Place, Aldeburgh , IP15 5BJ

Tel: 01728 452563

The Mill Inn is a historic 1600s pub near Aldeburgh beach, offering Adnams ales, pub food, and two spacious sea-view en-suite rooms with king-size beds.

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Delphine’s Diner

Delphine’s Diner

76-78 High Street, Aldeburgh, IP15 5AB

Tel: 01728 452917

Step back in time at our authentic 1940s–50s diner! We serve fresh local meats, produce, and a massive vegetarian and vegan menu. Enjoy classic sundaes, shakes, sodas, and local ice cream in a nostalgic, welcoming atmosphere.

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The Cross Keys

The Cross Keys

Crabbe Street, Aldeburgh, IP15 5BN

Tel: 01728 452637

The Cross Keys in Aldeburgh is a relaxed, welcoming pub offering home-cooked food, Adnams drinks, and a lively atmosphere. Located just off the High Street, it also features three en-suite double bedrooms for overnight stays on the Suffolk coast.

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Thorpeness Golf Club & Hotel

Thorpeness Golf Club & Hotel

Thorpeness, Leiston, IP16 4NH

Tel: 01728 452176

Thorpeness Golf Club and Hotel offers year-round golf on its historic 18-hole course, comfortable en-suite accommodation, and seasonal dining in a relaxed setting. Welcoming both golfers and leisure guests, it’s a family-friendly destination near the Suffolk coast.

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The White Lion

The White Lion

White Lion Hotel, Market Cross Place, Aldeburgh, IP15 5BJ

Tel: 01728 452720

The White Lion is a traditional coastal town hotel home to 38 comfortable bedrooms, many with sea views, and others with views of Aldeburgh town. Their location is the perfect bolthole for those looking to escape to the coast and enjoy Aldeburgh’s glorious pebble beach within a matter of steps.

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The Dolphin

The Dolphin

Peace Place, Thorpeness, IP16 4FE

Tel: 01728 454994

The Dolphin Inn in Thorpeness offers a welcoming atmosphere, locally sourced food, and a wide selection of drinks. Rebuilt after a 1995 fire, it now includes a Village Store and remains a valued part of the community under family management.

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Brudenell Hotel

Brudenell Hotel

Brudenell Hotel, The Parade, Aldeburgh, IP15 5BU

Tel: 01728 452071

The Brudenell Hotel is a stylish seaside retreat in Aldeburgh, offering elegant rooms, locally inspired dining, and stunning sea views. Perfectly located by the beach, it combines relaxed luxury with warm hospitality on Suffolk’s beautiful heritage coast.

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Aldeburgh Smoke House

Aldeburgh Smoke House

Hut 8, Crag Path, Aldeburgh, IP15 5BP

Tel: 01728 448700

Smoking fresh fish and shellfish directly on Aldeburgh beach, open 364 days a year. Ready-to-eat hot smoked and cold smoked (to cook) fishes, plus homemade tarts and patés. Proud suppliers to local pubs, hotels, restaurants as well as direct to the general public.

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