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Muffin Break

Cafe Coffee shop

😐 Not a bad cafe, maybe for an amateur. We were here for the first time and definitely won't be back. We ordered the signature bacon and cheese macaroni casserole - it was extremely salty. Couldn't even get through half of it. The cheesecake was ok. And red velvet tastes awfully sweet and flat. T... People often mention coffee, staff, nice, time, friendly, good, cafe, chocolate, service,


Address

30 The Beacon The Beacon Shopping Centre, Eastbourne BN21 3NW, United Kingdom

Website

muffinbreak.co.uk

Contact

+44 1323 722167

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.30 (450 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Saturday: 8 AM to 6 PM
  • Sunday: 9 AM to 5 PM
  • Monday: 8 AM to 6 PM
  • Tuesday: 8 AM to 6 PM
  • Wednesday: 8 AM to 6 PM
  • Thursday: 8 AM to 6 PM
  • Friday: 8 AM to 6 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: coffee (19) staff (17) nice (13) time (12) friendly (10) good (9) cafe (6) chocolate (6) service (6)
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  • 5/5 Julia K. 1 year ago on Google • 152 reviews
    This is usually a great experience when I have visited other branches. Today was no different. The place was spotless and enjoyed the coffee and lovely selection of food. Service was very quick the place was quite busy even on a Monday morning in January....
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Helen A. 1 year ago on Google • 106 reviews
    Not a bad cafe, maybe for an amateur. We were here for the first time and definitely won't be back. We ordered the signature bacon and cheese macaroni casserole - it was extremely salty. Couldn't even get through half of it. The cheesecake was ok. And red velvet tastes awfully sweet and flat. The most delicious was the coffee in this place.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rachel A. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely little cafe, had a wonderful hot chocolate with so much whipped cream and marshmallow to take down a horse! Loved it!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 William R. 1 year ago on Google
    11am lots of seating good tea. And top dog sausage roll
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 claire o. 1 year ago on Google
    First time here and not disappointed. Cappuccino was beautiful and hot, and the chocolate mud cake is to die for ! Relaxed atmosphere and polite staff, would definitely come back.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Brett E. 2 months ago on Google • 459 reviews New
    Love Muffin Break

  • 5/5 clare C. 5 months ago on Google
    Best muffins... EVER!!! I had a cookie dough one and was so fresh and delicious 😋
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Austin Spillman (. 1 year ago on Google
    The Muffin Break is a cozy coffee shop located within the Beacon in the heart of Eastbourne. We went in after searching around for a pumpkin spice latte (as Starbucks has not had any available for a whole week) and we were not disappointed. As well as the huge lattes, we got some lunch as the shop offers a range of savoury and sweet options. Overall, very pleased with the quality of food and service and highly recommended as a place to chill and grab a coffee.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 gordon b. 2 months ago on Google • 283 reviews New
    Food is good, service is average nothing special.

  • 5/5 Ches G. 2 months ago on Google • 182 reviews New
    A very nice place for quick cofe...

  • 5/5 Steve C. 1 month ago on Google • 107 reviews New
    We went here for a coffee and cake whilst shopping at The Beacon in Eastbourne. The drinks were nice and the blueberry muffin was fresh and equally nice. The service was prompt and staff brought our order to the table. It was busy all the time we were there. The cafe runs a loyalty card scheme too. It's always nice to get a free coffee.

  • 5/5 Debbie S. 4 months ago on Google • 49 reviews
    OMG 1st time here the other day just myself and my hubby. We was feeling sick because we needed something to eat and drink . So ham hock panni. Mac&cheese. Tart spinach and feta hot chocolate orange Terry's drink oh my it was great. Just what we needed . Told josh you need to come with us next time. Ladies work together and hard too in that small space . Cakes look nice too. Wore gloves which is always nice to see. Thanks ladies we will be back. Merry Christmas to you all good health for the new year. I am disabled I could get invite Manuel stroller sit at booth . You could get a wheelchair in too

  • 1/5 Tina M. 5 months ago on Google • 35 reviews
    Went to this coffee shop, which I usually do but today had a disrespectful welcome. The Italian girl that works there is just not competent at all. There was a misunderstanding and she was talking about me to her colleague like I wasn't there!! So I left without buying anything. Disgusting behaviour, very offensive. Not recommended anymore.

  • 3/5 Marc Brightside (. 1 month ago on Google • 29 reviews New
    Nice atmosphere and a good range of options, some other elements might be a bit questionable though. I ordered the signature Yorkshire pudding wrap; it was nice, I mean it was a Yorkshire pudding with some stuff in it so what do you expect, but overpriced for what you get. The gimmick only carries you so far, and the staff weren't especially friendly either. Overall, this was okay, neither special nor awful.

  • 5/5 Scattynanny 2 months ago on Google • 19 reviews New
    Had a raspberry and white chocolate muffin. It was still warm and was absolutely lovely. Washed down with a decent coffee. Banana milkshakes are very nice as well. It was nice and clean. Service was friendly and quick

  • 5/5 ㇱFlynn Kidd Dicey F. 2 months ago on Google • 4 reviews New
    Amazing hot chocolate! And amazing atmosphere! 10/10

  • 5/5 Chloe M. 2 months ago on Google • 3 reviews New
    Me and mine friend went in there last Friday and we both had a hot chocolate and it was very nice with loads of cream and marshmallows we be coming back

  • 5/5 Mayur L. 1 year ago on Google
    Friendly lively staff. And my coffee came with a smile.

  • 5/5 gordon b. 1 year ago on Google
    For my liking this is the best coffee shop in Eastbourne. Always friendly staff. Good coffee and selection of naughties!

  • 5/5 Chris 1 year ago on Google
    I've just been to Eastbourne for a week and this lovely coffee shop was my favourite place to go for a nice caramel latte I felt relaxed in here and of course the latte was perfect and the staff very nice even when very busy hopefully I can return again soon thank you 👍🏻.

  • 5/5 Alison B. 5 months ago on Google
    Just stumbled across this little gem after a stressful morning. What a lovely spot. Lovely cake and coffee. Lovely, helpful and efficient staff. Will be back.

  • 5/5 stuart g. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice little Coffee Shop. Nice coffee and food and nice friendly staff. They always make you feel welcome. Would recommend to anyone..

  • 5/5 Roger S. 9 months ago on Google
    Been here several times and found that the coffee quality is consistent but the muffin quality and taste varies. I compare this to Hastings branch where the muffins ate definitely better. However I have given 5 stars for the hot food and sandwiches which are excellent and value for money. Having the toilet door opening into the middle of the restaurant is not ideal and I question the hygiene.

  • 4/5 June P. 3 months ago on Google New
    Lovely choice of drinks snacks and cakes, very reasonably priced. Very cosy with polite team of staff,

  • 5/5 Lindy S. 1 year ago on Google
    Ive been going here for years and the quality of the food and drinks are always outstanding 🤩 The staff always friendly and helpful and supportive of my young son who has complex special needs. Highly recommend 💛💛💛💛💛

  • 3/5 Chris H. 11 months ago on Google
    The food was amazing, but the lady with the brown hair and glasses talked to a junior employee in a way which disgusted many of us at the queue. If my boss would talk to me in this manner in such a condescending way, I would immediately leave the company.

  • 5/5 Anita F. 11 months ago on Google
    Exceptionally friendly staff, very welcoming and attentive and very quick to clean tables. Coffee was great as was my lemon muffin.

  • 5/5 Scott L. 1 year ago on Google
    Impressive little cafe in the Beacon shopping centre. Food was really good and well priced and the staff were really friendly which you could see in the faces of the other diners.

  • 5/5 Richard E. 2 years ago on Google
    Really friendly and genuine staff make this place seem special. Made us and our little dog very welcome. Coffee is excellent and setting very relaxed. We enjoyed our visit. Thank you.

  • 4/5 David S. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice little cafe Coffee is good. Not good for celiacs but I was told this by staff to no issue.

  • 5/5 jason w. 1 year ago on Google
    First time here and the staff are very friendly and drinks are great 👍

  • 5/5 Patricia C. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely place for a snack good and pleasant service would definitely go again best fruit scone I've had in a long while generous too 3 packets of butter and a jam

  • 2/5 John H. 1 year ago on Google
    First coffee left fir ages while made other two, one at a time, was cold by time finished it. Need multiple coffee taps if going to sell multiple coffees. Sausage roll was almost inedible, had what liked like carrot in it, and didn't taste of meat at all. Sign clearly said SAUSSAGE roll. Poor English could hardly understand staff. Tables do close hard to get seated without people behind moving their chairs. Won't be going back, that's fir sure.

  • 2/5 Jeanette Q. 1 year ago on Google
    Been here a few times. I'm not sure if I'm just hard to please but I found the Muffins to be very bland. I'm also not in love with the proximity of the toilet within the cafe. The staff were friendly and efficient but in my opinion and it is just my opinion there are far better places to find a good coffee and Muffin.

  • 5/5 Dave T. 1 year ago on Google
    Great , do really like muffin break as they do gluten free muffins, it's the only place I can get them from, they're delicious 😋

  • 5/5 terry p. 1 year ago on Google
    Excellent service and hot fresh coffee and panini would recommend. Please open a branch in Seaford.🙂

  • 2/5 Richard D. 2 months ago on Google • 2 reviews New
    Got there at 5.10 on Saturday and they said they couldn't do food because they'd turned the toaster off. I understand they want to leave on time but how hard is it to toast a sandwich and wipe in down. I used to work in hospitality and we never didn't serve someone just because it was closer to closing time. They had time Appalling service from the Eastbourne Beacon center Muffin Shop. They seemed to have time to chat though


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway

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