Arsenal Gate Café

2 Plumstead Rd, London SE18 7BZ, United Kingdom
$$$ Cafe
(53 Reviews)
Price Range £1–10

Welcome to Arsenal Gate Café, a delightful gem nestled at 2 Plumstead Rd, London SE18 7BZ, just a stone’s throw from Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station. This charming café has quickly become a local favorite, known for its inviting atmosphere and fantastic homestyle breakfasts. Whether you’re looking for a warm spot to unwind with a cup of tea or a hearty meal to kickstart your day, this café offers an experience tailored for comfort and satisfaction.

At Arsenal Gate Café, breakfast is more than just a meal; it’s a celebration of hearty flavors and hearty faces. Dive into their Special Breakfast, featuring perfectly cooked eggs, crispy bacon, succulent sausages, and flavorful beans that promise to awaken your taste buds. For those with a bigger appetite, the Large Breakfast showcases a bounty of bubble and fry slice, ensuring no one leaves on an empty stomach. Each bite teems with freshness and warmth, crafted to evoke feelings of homeliness that patrons rave about in their reviews.

Hot drinks are also a specialty here, with a menu featuring invigorating coffee, soothing tea, and indulgent hot chocolate. Imagine sipping a steaming cup of coffee while savoring a slice of their delicious tuna roll—simple yet profoundly satisfying, as echoed by satisfied customers like Erna P. and Chun Yin Cheung who have praised the café’s cozy ambiance and friendly service.

The atmosphere at Arsenal Gate Café is welcoming and relaxed, making it an ideal spot for everything from solo outings to friendly gatherings. Reviewers often refer to the staff as family, highlighting the personalized attention and warmth that enhance every visit. Mat Thomas remarked on the efficient service and the 'nice touch' of having burger sauce delivered right to the table, exemplifying the thoughtful details that truly set this café apart.

Not only does Arsenal Gate Café serve delicious food, but it also provides a genuinely friendly environment, making it a perfect choice for both regulars and newcomers alike. As Dave Payn notes, diners return year after year, cherishing the simple yet excellently prepared fare, particularly the bacon which has garnered unanimous praise. With Tiutiss Parucom claiming to have enjoyed this café for seven years, it's clear that Arsenal Gate has a knack for creating lasting connections through food.

If you haven’t yet paid a visit to Arsenal Gate Café, now is the time. Prepare to indulge in hearty breakfasts that exceed expectations and enjoy genuine moments with the lovely team here. You might just find that it becomes your new go-to spot in the Woolwich Arsenal area—where great meals and friendly faces await!

Service options
Delivery
Takeaway
Dine-in
Highlights
Great coffee
Great dessert
Great tea selection
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Offerings
Coffee
Healthy options
Quick bite
Dining options
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dessert
Table service
Amenities
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Groups
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Paid street parking
Pets
Dogs allowed outside
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Tuesday

08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Wednesday

08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Thursday

08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Friday

08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Saturday

08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Sunday

Closed

53 Reviews
Erna P.

31 Aug 2025

Very lovely Staff, good food. A great place for having a tea or a snack. The tuna rolls are delicious. Just 2 minutes away from DLR Station Woolwich Arsenal.

Chun Yin Cheung

14 Aug 2025

Had a lunch in here. Great food and a homely atmosphere. The staff are more like family.

Illan

05 Aug 2025

Decent tasty food at reasonable price with good service. One note tables suitable for singles and small groups, we were 3 so it was great but if we came, in full force of 10 might be an issue.

Mat Thomas

03 Aug 2025

Worth a visit. Visited lunchtime, sat easily. Cheese-egg burger as good as I remembered. Arrived quickly, burger sauce bottle delivered to the table - nice touch. Friendly bunch. Nice clean toilet. Accepts cash or card.

Tor Espen Berg

14 Jul 2025

Very nice place with great food and service. Authentic!

Dave Payn

10 Jul 2025

What a great place for a breakfast! We travel down from west Scotland this time every year to see family, staying in the Woolwich Arsenal area. Last year, a friend recommended the café and he was spot on, and we've been back this week. Simple fare done excellently (particularly the bacon!) with lovely staff and a friendly atmosphere. We'll be back next year and hopefully try some lunchtime meals. UPDATE - had lunch instead of breakfast on our final day. Just as delish! Dave and Samantha xx

Benjamin Slatter

04 Jul 2025

I love this place, easily the best cafe in this area. Great food and a homely atmosphere. The staff are more like family. Highly recommended, you will not be sorry I promise.

Tiutiss Parucom

25 May 2025

Amazing place for perfect breakfast. I keep on coming back every time I have a chance for the last 7 years and always leaving happy face and full belly. Thank you guys for being nice to everyone and we look forward to dine in soon

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