Crown Street Coffee Lounge

Crown St W, Poundbury, Dorchester DT1 3DW, United Kingdom
$$$ Cafe
(83 Reviews)
Price Range £10–20

Welcome to Crown Street Coffee Lounge, a charming café nestled in the heart of Poundbury, Dorchester. If you’re seeking a cozy spot to indulge in exceptional coffee and delectable treats, this delightful establishment is your go-to haven.

As you step inside, you’re enveloped by a warm and inviting atmosphere. The café boasts a clean, classy aesthetic that is both modern and comfortable, making it the perfect backdrop for relaxing with friends or enjoying a quiet moment with a great book. The attentive and friendly staff members are always ready with a smile, creating an ambiance that truly sets Crown Street apart from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

The menu, though concise for lunch, offers standout items that showcase high-quality ingredients. Guests rave about the delicious sourdough toasties, perfectly paired with a refreshing side salad and crunchy crisps. You can almost taste the care that goes into each bite! The delectable cakes, while sometimes up for critique, remain a favorite among visitors. Notably, the café has received praise for their accommodating nature, especially when it comes to customer feedback—a testament to their commitment to providing an excellent experience.

Imagine sinking your teeth into a freshly made cake, enjoying the lightness of the sponge paired with a velvety coffee that awakens your senses. Service shines here, with customers like Makanaka sharing stories of the delightful team going above and beyond to ensure complete satisfaction. The owners and staff exemplify a true passion for hospitality, further enhancing the overall experience.

For sunny days, the outside seating area with its deckchairs presents a perfect opportunity to bask in the warmth while sipping an ice-cold coffee. It’s a lovely spot to unwind and watch the world go by, or perhaps catch up with friends over a plate of scrumptious tapas during their seasonal events.

Whether you’re popping in for a quick bite, celebrating a special occasion with their exquisite tapas menu, or simply enjoying a leisurely breakfast, Crown Street Coffee Lounge is an essential stop in Poundbury. With countless positive reviews affirming the quality of food, atmosphere, and service, it’s easy to see why this café has become a local favorite. Don’t miss out on this gem—your taste buds will thank you!

Visit Crown Street Coffee Lounge at Crown St W, Poundbury, Dorchester DT1 3DW. For inquiries, call +44 1305 818426 and get ready to experience coffee culture at its finest.

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers kerbside pickup
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Good for solo dining
Good for working on laptop
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves coffee
Sells prepared foods
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Good for groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Children
Good for kids
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Plenty of parking
Pets
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed outside
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Wednesday

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Thursday

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Friday

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Saturday

10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Sunday

Closed

83 Reviews
Jayne Lewis

10 Sep 2025

Our new favourite cafe in Poundbury. Very welcoming and friendly staff, and delicious cakes. We have also had breakfast there which was really tasty. We made it to the last tapas night of the summer and had a wonderful evening making our way through the tapas menu. The staff are just lovely, especially the younger waitresses, who are just a delight and can not do enough to make our trip positive. Thank you so much

Eoin Scott

27 Aug 2025

Went for a quick light bite for lunch. Whilst limited menu for lunch the sour bread toasties were delicious with high quality produce. Also can with a small salad and some crisps. Ice coffees were also very good. There is a nice outside area to sit out weather permitting, with tables and some deckchairs. Excellent stop of a quick lunch of seeking a quieter place with free parking outside.

Isobel Donald

21 Aug 2025

We like this place! Classy+so clean! Welcoming, warm, thoughtful staff whose aim to please is v apparent. Good food too. We have visited a few times+look forward to it. My only reason for only 4stars for food is because 3 of us dined there last week, all chose the bacon+egg dish. My plate looked as if it had been waiting a while, my bacon a bit dried up+leathery, egg overcooked, solid yolk and not piping hot. You might ask why I didn't speak up at the time, well its difficult when you're with friends. This occasion a vulnerable friend was with us. I couldn't ruin the moment+complain. Her plate+my husband's looked rather better. I ate mine anyway because I'm greedy+hate waste! To top it all my baked beans was nearly all sauce with v few beans. I did dare to mention that! We will go back because I know they can get it right+we like the place.

Louis Thorough

02 Aug 2025

Excellent coffee and delightful environment to enjoy food/beverage. Lots of smiling faces with the lovely customer service and happy customers. Highly recommended!

Makanaka

19 Jun 2025

Absolutely lovely coffee place, wonderful staff. The last time i was there with the elderly lady i look after, my cake was a bit on the dry side and had eaten quite a bit of it.I told the young friendly waitress( sorry don't remember her name) who in turn told the owner, the owner happily gave me a different cake of my choice without having to pay for it the owner was very pleasant 100%. Lovely atmosphere,will with no hesitation be returning and highly recommend.

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