The Kitchen
Sidmouth, United Kingdom
A cozy breakfast restaurant offering simple, fresh dining in a calm setting at Donkey Sanctuary, Sidmouth. Affordable meals from £10–20.
Donkey Sanctuary, Dunscombe Ln, Weston, Sidmouth EX10 0NU, United Kingdom
The Kitchen
Sidmouth, United Kingdom
Overview
Located within the Donkey Sanctuary in Sidmouth, The Kitchen is a welcoming restaurant perfect for breakfast and lunch enthusiasts. Known for its casual yet trendy atmosphere, this spot offers a variety of vegan and vegetarian options alongside classic dishes, all served in a cosy environment with both indoor and outdoor seating.
Featuring a diverse menu that includes great coffee, desserts, and a fine tea selection, The Kitchen provides a family-friendly setting complete with accessible facilities. It caters to a range of service preferences including dine-in, takeaway, delivery, and outdoor seating, making it easy to enjoy a quick bite or a leisurely meal.
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This welcoming breakfast restaurant located in the Donkey Sanctuary area offers a unique blend of delicious meals, great drinks, and a friendly atmosphere that appeals to families, tourists, and solo diners alike.
Enjoy expertly brewed cappuccinos, oat lattes, and a wide tea selection, including delightful chocolate donkey ears on the cappuccino.
Facilities include wheelchair-accessible seating and toilets, high chairs, a kids’ menu, and changing tables, making it perfect for families with children.
The trendy setting invites groups, tourists, and solo diners to relax and enjoy breakfast, brunch, or lunch in a casual environment.
Offering vegan and vegetarian choices, small plates, healthy options, and popular dishes like the Garden Burger and Chicken & Chorizo Panini.
Outdoor seating, takeaway, delivery, and dine-in services accommodate various dining preferences and busy schedules.
On-site parking with a free parking lot offers easy access for visitors arriving by car, enhancing convenience for families and tourists.
Consistently praised for tasty food, friendly staff, and reasonable prices, the restaurant holds a 4.6-star rating from over 50 reviews.
Experience
Ideal for relaxed mornings or midday breaks, The Kitchen invites guests to savour freshly prepared meals and drinks in a vibrant yet comfortable setting.
With its welcoming vibe and thoughtful menu choices, this restaurant offers an excellent spot to unwind with a delicious breakfast or lunch, whether visiting solo or with family and friends. — FoodPlacee editorial note
Start the day with a full English breakfast or a plant-based vegan option, paired perfectly with their carefully brewed coffee or a pot of tea.
Enjoy a casual dining experience with children, thanks to the kids' menu, high chairs, and changing tables, all within a spacious and friendly atmosphere.
For those on the go, takeaway service offers quick bites and healthy options that can be enjoyed elsewhere in the serene Donkey Sanctuary surroundings.
Pause for a decadent slice of rainbow cake or a luxury waffle with a specialty cappuccino, celebrated for their unique chocolate donkey ears design.
Benefit from free on-site parking and wheelchair-accessible facilities, making this a convenient destination for visitors across all mobility levels.
Guest sentiment
A snapshot of what local diners frequently mention about this location.
"The prices of coffee and cake are reasonable, and the staff are very friendly."
"Wow! Great food! I highly recommend the kitchen burger. Unlike any burger I have had before, portion size perfect, tastes amazing!!! Whole family enjoyed. Highly recommend. Staff great too! Alot of care has gone into the food and service. Maximum stars."
"I was really surprised with this place. Usually I don’t have high expectations for remote cafes without any competition in close range, but The Kitchen really try to keep up to high lvl. Food was tasty, and reasonably priced. Place was clean, run smoothly and there is even outside terrace with beautiful view. Don’t miss opportunity to eat there while visiting Donkey Sanctuary."
"Lovely place with plenty of seating and views of the donkeys in the fields, the staff were kind & friendly. I had a small vegan breakfast which was perfect, it was nice to not have to order a vegetarian breakfast and remove eggs as I often do. They have something on the menu for everyone & their cake & coffee is also really good with vegan options"
"This place is seems to be busy and I guess that's a credit to the staff and food they serve. They always have a great range of cakes and ice cream to choose from. The victoria sponge be one of my favourites, i also enjoy there burgers. Great place to take the kids and family too"
"Yummy food, nice view, and for good cause. Minor issue: the queue and the wait to be served. But it's worth it!"
"I’ve been to this restaurant a few times and it always has a good range of freshly cooked food and cakes. The menu has a few inventive items including veggie and vegan as well as gluten free. This time we had the fish burger and the garden burger with added goats cheese. Generous sized portions and great chips. The best thing is the chocolate donkey ears on the cappuccino"
"Our last visit here was 20+ years ago and since then it has changed beyond recognition. Parking and entrance is free to all, making it well worth a visit, especially if you have children you can take. All the facilities are free and there are a lot of them. The play area is particularly good and seems to be a favourite. The Kitchen café is also very popular and can get busy, we couldn't fault what we had although it's not cheap. There are also plants for sale and a couple of show gardens. The star of the show is obviously the donkeys but I thought that the viewing arrangement in the barn wasn't very child friendly and could be improved. It is a charity and it goes without saying that purchases and donations is what keeps them going."
Visit info
Weekly hours below — always confirm with the business before holidays or special events.
| Monday | 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM |
| Thursday | 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM |
| Friday | 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM |
| Saturday | 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM |
| Sunday | 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM |
Open daily from early morning to late afternoon, The Kitchen is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or lunch visits with family or solo.
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