Eastbourne Restaurants and Dining

(Eastbourne, East Sussex, England, UK)



Photograph of alfresco beachfront cafeAs you would certainly expect with a bustling seaside resort, there is plenty of choice when it comes to dining out in Eastbourne. Whether you are simply planning to eat fish and chips on the beach, or sitting down for a fancy restaurant meal, Eastbourne will provide on all levels.

Fast-food restaurants are particularly popular with summer tourists, and a number of familiar chains and eateries line Terminus Road (close to Eastbourne Pier) and the area known as Seaside, such as McDonald's and Wimpy. There are also innumerable seafront cafes and coffee shops, informal dining venues, traditional tearooms, bakeries and ice cream kiosks in this area, together with restaurants specialising in Chinese, Italian and Thai cuisine.


Picture of fish and chip shop on the Victorian pier

Where to Eat

The restaurants located at Sovereign Harbour are always a good bet and provide stylish surroundings, outdoor seating and waterfront views.

For acclaimed gourmet dining in Eastbourne, head to the award-winning Mirabelle Restaurant at the Grand Hotel, where you be assured of a sumptuous meal and memorable evening.

Fresh seafood is always a reliable option and regularly features on the menus of local dining establishments in Eastbourne.

Image showing the Holywell Tea ChaletAlternatively, you can purchase your own seafood and shellfish next to the pier, at Perrywinkles, where cockles, mussels and whelks are very popular.

As the evening arrives, Mark Lane starts to wake up and quickly transforms into a truly vibrant part of Eastbourne, brimming with gastro pubs, inexpensive restaurants and trendy wine bars.

And after your meal, why not finish off your night partying at the Coco Nightclub.