Chinchins is the kind of independent all-day spot that Bexleyheath desperately needed — and locals know it. This café-restaurant-bar on Broadway does proper breakfast, artisan coffee, and loose leaf tea in the morning, then shifts into cocktail mode come evening. It's unpretentious, dog-friendly, and consistently packed with regulars who wouldn't dream of going anywhere else.
An independent café by day and cocktail bar by night, Chinchins earns its loyal Bexleyheath following with proper breakfast, artisan coffee, and a genuinely warm welcome.
Go for breakfast on a weekday morning to skip the weekend rush and grab a relaxed table — and bring your dog, they're welcome.
The independent all-day spot Bexleyheath locals swear by
If you live anywhere near Bexleyheath, Chinchins is probably already on your radar — and for good reason. This independent café-restaurant-bar on Broadway has carved out a loyal following by doing the simple things well: proper breakfast, decent artisan coffee, and a genuinely friendly welcome. Reviewers consistently praise the food quality, with one Tripadvisor regular saying they switched their day-off breakfast routine here from other local cafés. The loose leaf tea selection is a nice touch that lifts it above your average high street coffee stop.
What makes Chinchins stand out in an area not exactly overflowing with independent options is its versatility. It's not just a breakfast spot — it transitions into a bar serving cocktails in the evening, which gives it a useful all-day appeal. The atmosphere is relaxed and unpretentious, with reviewers highlighting the enjoyable background music and the dog-friendly policy that makes it a natural stop for local dog owners. Service gets consistent praise for being warm and attentive.
It's ranked #13 of 108 restaurants in Bexleyheath on Tripadvisor with 130 reviews, and holds a 4.3/5 on Sluurpy across over 1,600 ratings — solid numbers for a neighbourhood café. Chinchins won't blow you away with cutting-edge cuisine, but that's not the point. It's a reliable, comfortable local that does what it does with consistency and heart, and that's exactly why people keep coming back.