Gillingham, Dorset
Speciality coffee, warm food, daily gelato & Friday cocktails in Gillingham.
Welcome to The Kaffee — an independent café in Gillingham, Dorset, serving proper coffee, fresh gelato, warm food and cocktails every Friday.
Welcome to The Kaffee
The Kaffee is a friendly independent café in Gillingham, Dorset. Whether you're popping in for a morning coffee, meeting friends for lunch, treating the family to gelato, or starting the weekend with Friday cocktails, we're here to make your visit feel relaxed, welcoming and worthwhile.
Four good reasons to visit
11 High Street, Gillingham, Dorset
Speciality Coffee
Proper coffee, carefully made, for sit-in catch-ups, morning starts and takeaway runs.
Warm Food
Fresh, satisfying food for breakfast, brunch, lunch and relaxed daytime visits.
Gelato Every Day
Creamy gelato available daily — ideal for families, sunny days and after-school treats.
Friday Cocktails
Cocktails every Friday only — a relaxed local way to start the weekend.
Proper coffee, properly made.
Our beans come from Girls Who Grind, an independent, female-founded specialty roastery on a mission to make the coffee industry more equal. They source 100% of their coffee from women producers — putting the focus on visibility, representation and celebration. Every cup we pour carries that story.
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A taste of what we serve at The Kaffee
Flat White
Double shot, velvety steamed milk
From £3.55
Cappuccino
Rich espresso with thick, foamy milk
From £3.60
Iced Latte
Espresso over ice with cold milk
From £3.80
Smashed Avocado Toast
Sourdough, smashed avo, chilli flakes, lemon
£8.50
Homemade Victoria Sponge
Light sponge, strawberry jam, cream
£3.80
Salted Caramel Gelato
Two scoops, waffle cone or cup
£3.50
Espresso Martini
Vodka, coffee liqueur, fresh espresso
£9.50
Seasonal Special
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Gelato, every day.
Pop in for a scoop, bring the family, or add something sweet after lunch. Available every day, with flavours changing through the seasons.
Friday cocktails at The Kaffee.
Every Friday, The Kaffee becomes a relaxed local spot for cocktails, conversation and an easy start to the weekend. Available Fridays only.
What people say
"Amazing place. The interior is stunning — high ceilings and lots of greenery. The coffee is fantastic and the cakes are delicious. Highly recommend."
Google reviewer
"Such a welcoming café. The staff are so friendly. The flat whites are excellent and the quiche is some of the best I've had."
Google reviewer
"A real gem in Gillingham. Great atmosphere, brilliant coffee, lovely food. One of those places you want to tell everyone about."
Google reviewer
"Calm, quiet and beautifully designed. Perfect for working or catching up with friends. The cakes are superb."
Google reviewer
Come and visit us
Address
11 High Street, Gillingham, Dorset SP8 4PY
Phone
07804 233781Opening Hours