Anne's Cafe is a small café run by a family on Charminster Road, to the north of Bournemouth town centre, an independent neighbourhood place that relies on regulars rather than passing trade from the seafront.
What's served
The offering is simple: breakfasts, light meals, coffee and tea, with organic coffee, milk and tea used across the board. For a café this small, the attention paid to dietary choice is what sets it apart; reviewers repeatedly mention a genuinely good range of vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options that sit alongside the main menu instead of being tacked on. Dishes and availability at an independent café can change, so check with Anne's Cafe directly before you visit.
The atmosphere
Familiarity is the point of this café. Reviewers talk about a warm welcome, an unhurried pace and a room of regulars who call in for a meal, a coffee or just a chat with the staff. Families are well looked after too: the café is child-friendly, keeps toys for younger visitors and has clean facilities, and locally it has built a strong reputation for the quality of its food and drink.
Practical details
You'll find Anne's Cafe at 162 Charminster Road, BH8 8UX, a little way inland from the town centre and seafront of Bournemouth. To confirm current opening hours, ask about the menu or check availability, ring the café on +44 7901 833799.
It's typical of the independent cafés found away from Bournemouth's main tourist strip; more of them are in our food & drink guide, and our things to do guide covers what else is nearby.