The Rosy Lee

4.8/5 based on 180 reviews
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What not to like.nice people, nice food, nice place, nice price.well done.this was our 2nd time in 4 days.it just amazing cafe
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We had a warm welcome.the food hot and nice and the plates was hot.it did have the wow factor . the owners do not realise how good they are . thanks again we will be soon.Food: 5/5  |  Service: 5/5  |  Atmosphere: 5/5

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Very friendly atmosphere.Food: 5/5  |  Service: 5/5  |  Atmosphere: 5/5 …More
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Local couple .Finally got an an excuse to try the RL today a Sunday.Been to all the other well know places in around Seaside Road and this side of the pier.RL looked /sounded like a more traditional cafe offering s and boy it doesn't disappoint. Fantastic quality of food and breakfast brunch choices along with great choice of lunch /dinners /roasts along with nice spacious tables, ambience with old hits on the radio playing, and nice staff and owners.But key is the breakfast food quality and presentation.Just as you want it ,all the choices chips or hash or bubble. Proper going to be our go-to for breakie/brunch treat.Maybe a roast, albeit an early one as this gem shuts at 1 pm on a Sunday. I might add in the past that i ve helped run a popular similar business, so I know what I'm talking about when I'm giving RL this genuine ,honest review.Hope it helps everyone.See you again soon RL.
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First time in Rosy Lee cafe . Lovely atmosphere. Friendly staff.

Great menu great prices.
Lovely clean cafe.
Will visit again .
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Friendly great service and great foodFood: 5/5  |  Service: 5/5  |  Atmosphere: 5/5

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Love this cafe so friendly and welcoming FOOD IS GREAT XFood: 5/5  |  Service: 5/5  |  Atmosphere: 5/5 …More
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I've been to a lot of cafes in East Sussex and this is by far the best breakfast I've ever had.Food: 5/5  |  Service: 5/5  |  Atmosphere: 5/5 …More
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My first visit and it won’t be the last, superb all round experience, it was recommended to me by numerous people, and they were spot on.

Parking: Parking never a problem
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I loved the food I ordered a small and was full half way it was amazing recommended small breakfast
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Food was very nice the service was great and friendly staff.Food: 5/5  |  Service: 5/5  |  Atmosphere: 5/5

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We are big foodies and have always tried locals. We came across Rosy Lee by accident while looking for a good breakfast place in Eastbourne just after pandemic was over but still with few restrictions. That also we found it through somebody's recommendation. We have never gone anywhere else since. The quality and quantity of the food along with its reasonable price is second to none. It's been almost 4 years and we haven't gone anywhere else or if away found anything close to it's level of food or service. Dee, Kevin and Jo thank you.
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Excellent proper café and warm welcomeFood: 5/5  |  Service: 5/5  |  Atmosphere: 5/5 …More
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Proper tasty breakfast. Cosy atmosphere and the lady that served us was really nice and friendlyFood: 5/5  |  Service: 5/5  |  Atmosphere: 5/5

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A very happy atmosphere, excellent service,the best Cafe in Eastbourne,the food is hot and the thing I like,all food served on very hot plates
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Reply from The Rosy Lee:
Thank you Trevor for your lovely review. we look forward to seeing you again soon.
Traditional decor, reasonably priced breakfasts and prompt,polite staff which deserve to be topped for that reason alone. My eggs were a little too runny and the hash browns a little over cooked but otherwise a very nice breakfast and I do realise that is personal preference.
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Reply from The Rosy Lee:
Thank you Christopher for your review. As you say it is personal preference, but do let us know how you like your eggs and we will be pleased to do them as you like them. As for the Hash Browns they are cooked fresh, so are served crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside - but again let us know how you like them. We look forward to seeing you again soon.
When I dropped by to present them with their award certificate from business of the Year it was sooooo busy and the food smelt delicious I decided I needed to come back for a breakfast. So Christmas Eve I dropped by and had the medium breakfast which was very tasty. I would happily recommend you check it out for yourself.
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Reply from The Rosy Lee:
Thank you David for your review. Yes we were incredibly busy when you first popped in to see us, and sorry that we didnt have time to talk. We were however a little more calm on your second visit - at least we had time to say Hello ! We look forward to your next visit.
I popped in for breakfast this morning on the recommendation of a friend. I ordered a medium breakfast which was well cooked and very filling. The coffee was great too. I’ll be back soon
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Reply from The Rosy Lee:
Hi Melissa, Thank you for taking the time to give us a review - we really do appreciate it. We look forward to seeing you again soon.
First thing I noticed, asking for tip! I tip if service is good, no even asked if my food was OK and I was happy, every cafe in Eastbourne I've been in has asked but not here and they ask you to tip? Food was hot beans and tomatoes burning hot from the microwave, I asked for hard eggs, they looked like they had been ran over!
Rosie Lee is definitely not for me!
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Yummy breakfast, lovely service
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Reply from The Rosy Lee:
Thank you Rosie for your review - pleased you love the breakgfast and the service.
So good!! Great quality food, very tasty. Friendly, helpful people. 5 star.
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Reply from The Rosy Lee:
Thank you David for your review. Delighted that you enjoyed your experience at The Rosy Lee !
It’s ok apart from the lads on the table next to us who were very load with not so nice language.
We had to wait 30 mins for food even though they were not busy.
Sorry won’t be back.
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First time to this cafe had a lovely breakfast- very friendly and helpful- very clean and cosyFood: 5/5  |  Service: 5/5  |  Atmosphere: 5/5

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Been to Eastbourne a few times now from London it’s a nice little get away tried quite a few cafes in the area but have definitely found our favourite by far! Staff are friendly welcoming and there is a real family feel to the place. Nice touches - little bit of history on the menus, lots of alternatives available, two noisy munchkins on another table (very cute) ldy brought them colouring books and pencils to help them quieten down a little and let their parents eat in peace with no prompting AND proper tea!!! Excellent quality of burger with real cheese not burger cheese! Cheese on toast with beans just home made perfection !!! (I’m pregnant and really fussy at the moment) Nicest thing I have eaten in ages totally hit the spot. Looking forward to the next trip down for another yummy meal out at a very decent price. £19 for four drinks and two meals !
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