The Best Cafes and Coffee Shops in Swansea, Wales

Among the many reasons Beach Hut Café is popular with locals are the amazing panoramic views across Swansea Bay. There are plenty of original features and a real traditional British beach holiday vibe. The café does breakfast, lunch and dinner, and they even have their own ice cream parlour.

Square Peg is a lovely and cosy non-profit venture (the profits benefit local charities) that does a really good cup of coffee. They serve good-quality, wholesome food, and those who are vegan or gluten-free have praised their flexibility.

You’ll find a shabby-chic interior, an elaborate afternoon tea and a delicious array of cakes at No6hundred. Plus, they know how to do a good cuppa.

This family-run business serves tasty traditional food. You’ll find Gershwins next to the largest indoor market in the country, where they find the fresh produce used in all of their home-cooked dishes.

A welcoming space with views of the water and everything from delicious crab to simple wraps to the usual café trappings on the menu. Coast also serves something stronger, if that’s what you fancy—be sure to try the wine of the month.

Family-run and praised for its welcoming atmosphere, the food at Café 93 consists of stone-oven pizzas, tasty salads and more, all with an emphasis on local produce. Perfect for a coffee, a cake and a catch up, or a big meal out.

The perfect café for tea fiends, Chai has a huge selection of specialty options—including many you’ve probably never heard of—and it’s always served in proper china. Have some lovely fresh bread, homemade cakes or a light meal to accompany your new favourite tea.

Dilly’s has a home-away-from-home feel and serves an array of tasty food, including a selection of delicious pies, as well as lasagne and cheesecakes.