The Glasshouse Cafe

At The Glasshouse Cafe, nestled in the heart of Southend-on-Sea, we celebrate community and connection through delicious food and warm hospitality. With a charming atmosphere, we cater to everyone—from solo diners to families—offering a diverse menu featuring healthy breakfast, brunch, and lunch options. Our patrons delight in a stellar selection of coffee, teas, and homemade desserts, complemented by refreshing alcoholic beverages. Accessibility is key, with wheelchair-friendly facilities and outdoor seating for those who prefer al fresco dining. Our local live performances and friendly staff create an inviting environment that resonates with visitors and residents alike, making every meal a memorable experience.

Accessibility
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
- Has outdoor seating
- Offers delivery
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
Highlights
- Has great tea selection
- Has live performances
Popular for
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
- Good for solo dining
- Good for working on laptop
Offerings
- Serves alcohol
- Serves beer
- Serves coffee
- Serves healthy options
- Quick bite
- Serves small plates
- Serves spirits
- Serves wine
Dining options
- Serves breakfast
- Serves brunch
- Serves lunch
- Serves dinner
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
Amenities
- Has toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
Crowd
- Good for groups
- Popular with tourists
Payments
- Accepts credit cards
- Accepts debit cards
- Accepts NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs available
- Has kids' menu

Anthony Martin

Mar 29,2025

The best English breakfast in Southend-on-Sea.Great location: terrace in front of Warrior Square garden and 2 steps away from the high street.The food is amazing. It's a English family run business. They're very friendly and it's great value for money.I eat there often, and love it!

pete

Mar 25,2025

Travelled from Donny to work in the area for four days. It's been years since I've had cooled breakfasts like this for a great price. Amazing food, great drinks and very friendly staff. Shame I live 3 hours away as I would eat here more often. Hopefully I'll see them again!

TriggaHappi1526

Mar 25,2025

Fantastic sausage and bacon sub roll. People are super friendly. Fist time today, will return because of the food and the lovely way they treated me. I already ate half the sub before remembering to take a photo !

Hayley Hope

Mar 4,2025

We had lovely delicious breakfast this morning and the people were so welcoming. Definitely be back again next time we're in Southend xx

Alex Murphy

Feb 12,2025

Had an afternoon brunch with my girlfriend and her mum. Decided to go to glasshouse cafe and i was so surprised. We decided to sit outside on the decking area. There was a speaker playing some music which was creating a lovely atmosphere and was loud enough to create this but quiet enough to have a full conversation. When we ordered we had a latte and two cans, and had decided to order some food. I had an omelette and chips, which were homemade to order, and my girlfriend and her mum had jackets potatoes with tuna and cheese. The food was hot and delicious and the staff serving were kind and friendly. Nothing was too much trouble. Service was a little slow but well worth the wait. I highly recommend this venue and give a 5 star rating. Amazing establishment.

Cathy Hollier

Jan 26,2025

Breakfast hot & delicious. Owners very welcoming & efficient. Locals very frfiendly. Good atmosphere. My daughter g was welcomed too . I’ only stayed in the area for 3 days. Would definitely recommend.

Zsolt Terjék

Jan 22,2025

Great food great service. The people there was lovely :) Highly recommend! Lovely park next to it. Good place to chill and have a coffee or food.

Deborah Marsden

Jan 3,2025

Very friendly run family business, have made lots of lovely new friends. Only the best ingredients used, the food is really good