Food and Drink at Osborne
From elegant dining to relaxed beachside treats, Osborne offers a variety of places to eat and drink during your visit.
Enjoy homemade baguettes and cakes at the Orangery Coffee Shop, or indulge in royal-inspired lunches and afternoon teas at the Victoria Hall Restaurant. For light bites and hearty options, the Petty Officers’ Café is open year-round and welcomes everyone. Families will love the Gazelle Cake House, a seasonal kiosk next to the play area serving homemade cakes and coffee, while the Beach Pavilion offers ice cream, snacks and seaside views for the perfect day at the beach.
Wherever you choose, you’ll find delicious food and a warm welcome in settings rich with history.
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Victoria Hall Restaurant
Experience royal-inspired dining at the Victoria Hall Restaurant, a space steeped in history. Added in 1881 as the Prayer Room and later transformed into a theatre, today it offers an elegant lunch or indulgent afternoon tea.
Walk-ins are welcome, with indoor and outdoor seating available from May to October.
From October to March, enjoy a traditional Sunday roast in this grand setting.
Petty Officers' Café
Enjoy a light lunch or cream tea at the Petty Officers’ Café, once part of the estate’s building’s used when Osborne became the Royal Naval College for junior officers.
It’s a busy, welcoming café offering jacket potatoes, freshly made baguettes, comforting soup of the day and a large selection of cakes.
The Petty Officers' Café is open all year round and accessible to the public.
Orangery Coffee Shop
Step into the elegant Orangery Coffee Shop, a light-filled space originally built in 1850 as an ornamental orangery. Once a retreat for quiet reflection, it now offers a traditional coffee shop experience all year round.
Enjoy homemade baguettes, freshly baked cakes, and hot drinks – the perfect refreshment after exploring the house and gardens. Dogs are also welcome, with indoor and outdoor seating available.
Open during normal site opening hours.
Beach Pavillion
Relax by the sea at the Beach Pavilion, built in 1926 as the Bathing Pavilion for the Convalescent Home.
This takeaway kiosk is open most of the year, serving ice cream, hot drinks, cakes, and – during the height of summer – tasty hot dogs. With changing facilities, toilets, and entertainment nearby, it’s the perfect spot for a day at the beach.
Open the majority of the year.
Gazelle Cake House
Treat yourself at the Gazelle Cake House, a charming seasonal cafe next to the children’s play area at Swiss Cottage.
Open from May to October, it serves homemade cakes – including the famous Victoria Sponge – alongside coffee and other sweet delights. Ideal for a quick takeaway while the little ones play.
Promoting Sustainability
Our commitment to environmental responsibility is paramount. In our catering outlets, we prioritise eco-friendly packaging, ensuring that these are either biodegradable, recyclable, or compostable. Here are some of our sustainability initiatives:
- We take pride in partnering with local suppliers.
- All our meat is sourced from British farms adhering to Red Tractor standards.
- We exclusively use RSPCA assured eggs.
- Our fish is caught following MSC (Marine Stewardship Council) standards.
- Our selection of teas and coffees is ethically sourced and certified fair trade.
By choosing to support us through your purchases, you contribute to our vital conservation efforts and help preserve the rich history of England for generations to come.