About

More than just a cafe

A friendly cafe in Victoria Park with a story worth telling – and a purpose at its heart.

Open Mon – Fri, 10am – 3.30pm | Sat, 10am – 4pm | Sun, 12pm – 3pm | 023 9282 5058 

Welcome

The cafe in the park

Cafe in the Park is nestled in Victoria Park, a stone's throw from Portsmouth city centre. Our interior is cosy, our courtyard catches the sun, and the welcome is always genuine.

We serve cooked breakfasts, sandwiches, jacket potatoes, homemade soup, fabulous cakes and coffee, and more! Vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options run right through the menu. Everything is freshly prepared on the day, by our friendly team.

Whether you are a regular dropping in for your usual, a runner pausing for a coffee, or visiting Portsmouth for the first time – pull up a chair and stay a while.

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A purpose

Every cup of coffee helps fund someone else's fresh start.

Cafe in the Park is a social enterprise of The Society of St James, a Portsmouth charity that has been supporting people facing homelessness, addiction and mental health challenges for over 50 years.

Every plate served, every coffee poured and every slice of cake helps fund training and employment opportunities for local people working towards a brighter future.

Inside the cafe

A few of our favourite things

Our shabby-chic interior, the sun-trap courtyard, and a few of the bits we love serving.

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Lend a hand

Volunteer with us

We are always grateful for an extra pair of hands. Volunteers help in the kitchen, behind the counter and in the courtyard. Full training is provided and the welcome is genuine.