Anglesey is a foodies paradise, with one Michelin starred and three Michelin recommended restaurants to choose from on our little island. However, it isn’t all about the restaurants with Anglesey also being home to a number of popular cafes which are renowned for the quality of their cooked food, sandwiches, cakes, hot drinks, ice cream and even donuts.

With there being so many great venues to choose from, we thought we’d make it a little easier for you to choose where to dine by listing what we consider to be the ten best cafes on Anglesey. Regardless of whether you have a sweet tooth or prefer something substantial, there is sure to be a café on Anglesey that is right for your tastes and preferences.

One word of warning before you continue is that many of these cafes tend to close during off peak seasons. It is therefore advised that you check the opening times of each Anglesey Café before travelling to avoid making a wasted trip.

1. Lligwy Beach Café – Lligwy, Anglesey

Recently named one of the top 10 best beach cafes in the UK by The Guardian newspaper, Lligwy Beach Café is a must visit the next time you are on the island.

Located on the award winning Lligwy Beach, which is just a short walk from Woodland Falls Holiday Park, Lligwy Beach Café opens from 9:30am on most days during peak periods with energy boosting breakfast baps available to kick start your morning.

The food remains at an incredibly high standard throughout the remainder of the day with an excellent selection of sandwiches, wraps, salads, cakes and Asian inspired street food. However, the Pièce de resistance of their menu are the freshly prepared stone baked pizzas which are available with a variety of popular toppings.

Lligwy Beach Cafe’s friendly staff are happy to deliver your food to one of the picnic tables in their outdoor dining section or even to your chosen pew on the beach itself. You can also choose from a number of irresistible sweet options including cakes and the popular Marshfield Ice Creams which are the perfect addition to a hot day on Lligwy beach.

2. Ann’s Pantry – Moelfre, Anglesey

Moelfre is a picture perfect village on the North East Coast of Anglesey and Ann’s Pantry is one of its highlights. This family run establishment has been open as a café since 1926 when two Fisherman’s cottages were converted to create this spacious venue which is located just a short walk away from Moelfre beach.

Open from 10am daily, the café serves light and full English Breakfasts until 11:30 before it switches attention to its acclaimed lunch menu which is made up of soups, sandwiches and slightly more filling burgers. One highlight from this menu is their fish goujon brioche which is sure to satisfy people of all ages.

During the evenings, Ann’s Pantry turns into a restaurant on a select number of days each week. Booking ahead is strongly advised here with guests treated to a four course menu made using fresh, seasonal local produce.

3. Wavecrest Café – Church Bay, Anglesey

Located just a 5 minute walk from Church Bay beach, the Wavecrest Café is the perfect place to refuel during a family seaside day out. You immediately pick up on the family owned vibe from the moment you enter this welcoming café which prides itself on the quality of its home cooked meals.

Irrespective of whether you are looking for a hearty breakfast or one of their irresistible cheese & onion pies slightly later in the day, you are sure to enjoy cuisine that will leave you hankering for more. Another customer favourite is their fish pie which utilises fresh local ingredients. Those with a sweet tooth are also in for a treat too with one of their door stopper scones and hot chocolates, both of which are to die for.

4. Sea Shanty Café – Trearddur Bay

Trearddur Bay is one of the most famous seaside resorts on the island and the Sea Shanty Café is one of its most popular eateries. The venue closed back in 2002 after 60 years of operation. However, nothing quite filled the void and the decision was made to re-open the establishment in 2016.

The Sea Shanty Café now has something for all tastes, with light bites served up until 4pm which are made up of the likes of Welsh Rarebit and their irresistible chip butties. The evening menu is equally as varied, with something to appeal to all tastes and dietary requirements. You can opt for their traditional fish and chips, a vegan option such as their Wild Mushroom Stroganoff or a gluten free dish like their House Smoked Half Roast Chicken Topped with Garlic Butter which produces a mouth-watering aroma.

Located right next to Trearddur Bay beach, this is your perfect midday pitstop if you are looking for refreshments too with its wide array of soft, hot and alcoholic beverages. This is in addition to a varied selection of ice cream flavours from Kelly’s of Cornwall. The Sea Shanty Café perhaps loses one mark for failing to offer Anglesey crafted ice cream, but this is a minor detail.

5. Red Squirrel Café – Newborough, Anglesey

First opening in 2014, the Red Squirrel Café derives its name from the nearby Newborough forest which is of course famous for its red squirrel population. The café quickly built up a loyal following and before too long they were moving into larger premises and also expanded their offering by acquiring an alcohol licence and re-opening in the evenings with a sensational tapas menu.

During the day it remains the same top quality café that it has always been, continuing to serve their popular loose leaf teas and freshly ground coffees alongside an varied menu. You can opt for one of their hearty sandwiches, indulge in their cakes or choose a platter option for the table which consists of a collection of some of the cafes most popular dishes. This includes ‘The Forest’ platter which consists of fresh bread rolls, sliced ham, Snowdonia Beechwood smoked cheese, pork pie, pickled onions and onion chutney.

6. Melin Llynnon Windmill Café – Llanddeusant, Holyhead

Situated in the only remaining working windmill in Wales, the Melin Llynnon is run by Richard Holt and his family. Richard used to be Marcus Wareing’s Head Pastry Chef in London but has now turned his attention to his own café which he took ownership of in 2019.

Richard has transformed this once derelict windmill into one of the best family attractions in the region, in addition to it also being one of the best cafes on Anglesey. With its own chocolate factory and donut shop, it is a must visit for those with a sweet tooth. Otherwise known as Mr Holt’s Monuts, these sweet treats draw crowds from miles around and we would definitely recommend arriving early in the day to avoid missing out.

There is a Willy Wonka vibe about this whimsical café which really is all about the desserts. If you are looking for something savoury, then you really are better heading elsewhere.

7. Tide Café Anglesey – Brynsiencyn

Foodies amongst you will no doubt have heard of Halen Môn on Anglesey which is best known for its range of sea salts. Their HQ near the Menai Strait is also open to the general public with guests welcome to partake in a group tour of the facility before enjoying some refreshments in the on-site café.

With their excellent range of sea salts, table sauces and pantry essentials, it will perhaps come as no surprise to learn that their café is a little bit special. Open from 10am till 4pm daily, the Tide Café serves exceptional Coaltown coffee alongside sea salt snacks such as sea salt flapjacks and crisps.

The venue does not always serve cooked meals, with this tending to be a seasonal feature. However, when they do it is highly recommended with diners able to enjoy a beautiful backdrop looking out across Snowdonia and the Menai Strait.

8. Y Marram – Newborough, Anglesey

The Marram Grass Café in Newborough was one of the highlights of Anglesey for foodies up until its closure in 2021 on the back of the Covid-19 crisis. Owned and operated by brothers Liam and Ellis Barrie, the café attained two AA Rosettes and was recommended on the Michelin Guide on account of the quality of its food which was created using fresh ingredients which were sourced from the local area.

Thankfully, the brothers have re-launched the café as a sophisticated restaurant which is open Friday-Sunday. Opening at 5pm on Friday and 6pm on Saturday, Sunday is the only day with lunch time dining options, during which Y Marram is open from midday till 6pm.

The brothers have launched a guest chef series where some of the industry’s most celebrated figures are invited to cater for their loyal customer base. While it would no longer be accurate to call it a café, it is still well worth a visit for all lovers of good food.

9. The Oaklands – Lligwy, Anglesey

If you are a holiday home owner at Woodland Falls Holiday Park, then you are more than welcome to make use of our Oaklands Bar & Lounge which is located in our state of the art on-site leisure complex.

Here you can choose from a selection of teas, coffees, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages at a facility which is owned and operated by the cider producing Bulmer family. You can opt to sit in our rustic indoor café section or on our outdoor terrace which is the perfect place to admire the peaceful woodland surroundings.

10. The Deck House – Rhoscolyn, Anglesey

Another Bulmer Leisure facility which, in this case, is also open to the public is the Deck House restaurant in Rhoscolyn at our Silver Bay Holiday Park. Here we serve food from 12pm each day during peak season with a seasonal menu that makes use of some of the finest ingredients from the local Anglesey area.

Lunch is served until 4pm during the peak periods with a selection of paninis and wraps which are served with a side salad. You can also book yourselves in for a sophisticated afternoon tea at the Deck House where you can dine in our rustic restaurant or outdoors on our terrace section which is the perfect place to absorb the scenic and relaxed seaside vibe that Silver Bay Holiday Park affords.