Harden's survey result
Summary
“Excellent fish, super-efficient service and a wonderful outlook on the beach” – three reasons to love this Jurassic Coast staple (est. 1991), and with siblings in West Bay and West Bexington; yes, the “seating is basic, but comfortable enough and with those views and the quality of the food, who cares?!” Top Tip – “look out for ‘Lobster Wednesday’! It’s the best deal on the coast!”.
Summary
With its “superb seafood in a wonderful beach location”, this daytime venue has been a fixture since 1991 and “is still as good as ever” – “perfect after a walk along the beach or cliffs”. “Despite being very busy, they have an efficient system” – “and they now take bookings”.
Summary
“The best fresh fish ’n’ chips and lobster” plus “fantastic views over Hive Beach”, say fans of this simple outfit, who caution that it’s “no booking but worth the wait”. It can seem like a victim of its own success though, with gripes this year about a “perfunctory and rather expensive” experience.
Summary
“A lovely place for a seaside lunch”, this café has a “nice beach vibe and great seafood” – from “the best fish ’n’ chips” to “whole fish and lobster or crab platters”. “No reservations and it can get busy, but it’s worth the wait every time, with the sands to wander on afterwards”.
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Have you eaten at Hive Beach Cafe?
Beach Road, Burton Bradstock, DT6 4RF
Restaurant details
Hive Beach Cafe Restaurant Diner Reviews
"Seems to have gone off a bit. Halibut overcooked. Miss the wonderful array of seafood they used to have"
Prices
 Drinks |
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|---|---|
| Wine per bottle | £30.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £3.00 |
 Extras |
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| Bread | £2.50 |
| Service | 10.00% |
Beach Road, Burton Bradstock, DT6 4RF
Opening hours
| Monday | 10 am‑5 pm |
| Tuesday | 10 am‑8 pm |
| Wednesday | 10 am‑8 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am‑8 pm |
| Friday | 10 am‑8 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am‑8 pm |
| Sunday | 10 am‑5 pm |
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