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The Best Cafes in Basildon 2026: Ranked on Real Reviews

12 cafes across Basildon and nearby, ranked on real Google reviews.

Basildon.co Editorial·29 September 2026

The Billericay is the top-ranked cafe in Basildon, with 5 stars from 79 Google reviews. The full ranked list of 12 is below.

A good cafe is the beating heart of any town, and Basildon, bless it, has plenty of hearts. From Billericay High Street to Wickford and the neighbourhood parades in between, this is where the town goes for a brew, a natter and a suspiciously large breakfast. Every place below is in the Basildon area (SS11 to SS16 plus Billericay), still open, and ranked the same way: highest Google rating first, ties broken by number of reviews, and anything with fewer than 50 reviews listed after the rest. No paid placements and no invented quotes, just the numbers. We have not checked the biscuits, which we accept is a failing on our part.

5Google#1
1

The Billericay

Highest-rated in the guide

79 Google reviews

134 High St, Billericay CM12 9DF

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The Billericay has 5 stars from 79 Google reviews, listed as a coffee shop. Reviewers mention salt beef bagel (8 reviews), sourdough toastie (6 reviews), homemade cakes (3 reviews). That makes it our number one cafe in the Basildon area on the numbers alone.

Phone 01277 715972.

Opening hours (from Google): Tuesday 7 am–5 pm; Wednesday 7 am–5 pm; Thursday 7 am–5 pm; Friday 7 am–5 pm; Saturday 7 am–5 pm; Sunday 7 am–5 pm; Monday 7 am–5 pm.

4.9Google#2
2

Phatt Toad Coffee ltd

144 Google reviews

1 Honywood Rd, Basildon SS14 3DS

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Phatt Toad Coffee ltd has 4.9 stars from 144 Google reviews, listed as a coffee shop.

Opening hours (from Google): Tuesday 8 am–2:30 pm; Wednesday 8 am–2:30 pm; Thursday 8 am–2:30 pm; Friday 8 am–2:30 pm; Saturday 9 am–2:30 pm; Sunday Closed; Monday 8 am–2:30 pm.

4.9Google#3
3

Brew81

100 Google reviews

Unit 5 Hurricane Way, Wickford SS11 8YB

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Brew81 has 4.9 stars from 100 Google reviews, listed as a coffee shop.

Phone 07534 397196.

Opening hours (from Google): Tuesday 8 am–3 pm; Wednesday 8 am–3 pm; Thursday 8 am–3 pm; Friday 8 am–3 pm; Saturday 9 am–2 pm; Sunday Closed; Monday 8 am–3 pm.

4.7Google#4
4

Cloud 9 Espresso Bar

238 Google reviews

29 High St, Billericay CM12 9BA

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Cloud 9 Espresso Bar has 4.7 stars from 238 Google reviews, listed as a brunch restaurant. Reviewers mention vegan options (8 reviews), gluten free options (5 reviews), dog friendly (4 reviews).

Phone 01277 632771.

Opening hours (from Google): Tuesday 8 am–4 pm; Wednesday 8 am–4 pm; Thursday 8 am–4 pm; Friday 8 am–4 pm; Saturday 8 am–4 pm; Sunday 9 am–3 pm; Monday Closed.

4.7Google#5
5

Doorsteps Cafe

146 Google reviews

South, 3 Kibcaps, Lee Chapel, Basildon SS16 5SA

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Doorsteps Cafe has 4.7 stars from 146 Google reviews, listed as a cafe.

Phone 01268 906064.

Opening hours (from Google): Tuesday 7:30 am–3 pm; Wednesday 7:30 am–3 pm; Thursday 7:30 am–3 pm; Friday 7:30 am–3 pm; Saturday 8 am–2:30 pm; Sunday 9:30 am–1:30 pm; Monday 7:30 am–3 pm.

4.6Google#6
6

Creams Cafe Basildon

213 Google reviews

25 E Walk, Basildon SS14 1HA

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Creams Cafe Basildon has 4.6 stars from 213 Google reviews, listed as a cafe.

Phone 01268 968734.

Opening hours (from Google): Tuesday 11 am–2 am; Wednesday 11 am–2 am; Thursday 11 am–2 am; Friday 11 am–2 am; Saturday 11 am–2 am; Sunday 11 am–2 am; Monday 11 am–2 am.

4.6Google#7
7

Coco Cafe Basildon

192 Google reviews

Whitmore Way, Basildon SS14 3JU

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Coco Cafe Basildon has 4.6 stars from 192 Google reviews, listed as a cafe.

Phone 01268 744069.

Opening hours (from Google): Tuesday 7 am–4 pm; Wednesday 7 am–4 pm; Thursday 7 am–4 pm; Friday 7 am–4 pm; Saturday 7 am–4 pm; Sunday 8:30 am–4 pm; Monday 7 am–4 pm.

4.6Google#8
8

SHOTGATE CAFE

58 Google reviews

7, 7 Hurricane Cl, Hurricane Way, Wickford SS11 8YR

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SHOTGATE CAFE has 4.6 stars from 58 Google reviews, listed as a coffee shop. Reviewers mention portion sizes (4 reviews), cleanliness (4 reviews), food (17 reviews).

Phone 01268 561638.

Opening hours (from Google): Tuesday 7 am–3 pm; Wednesday 7 am–3 pm; Thursday 7 am–3 pm; Friday 7 am–3 pm; Saturday 8 am–2 pm; Sunday Closed; Monday 7 am–3 pm.

4.5Google#9
9

Mem's Kitchen

365 Google reviews

40, 40 High St, Wickford SS12 9AT

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Mem's Kitchen has 4.5 stars from 365 Google reviews, listed as a cafe.

Phone 01268 766665.

Opening hours (from Google): Tuesday 8 am–5 pm; Wednesday 8 am–5 pm; Thursday 8 am–5 pm; Friday 8 am–5 pm; Saturday 8 am–5 pm; Sunday 8 am–5 pm; Monday 8 am–5 pm.

4.5Google#10
10

Cosy Cafe

352 Google reviews

57 Southernhay, Basildon SS14 1EU

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Cosy Cafe has 4.5 stars from 352 Google reviews, listed as a cafe.

Phone 01268 288776.

Opening hours (from Google): Tuesday 8 am–5 pm; Wednesday 8 am–5 pm; Thursday 8 am–5 pm; Friday 8 am–5 pm; Saturday 8 am–5 pm; Sunday 9 am–4 pm; Monday 8 am–5 pm.

4.5Google#11
11

Cafe Cinco

258 Google reviews

38 E Walk, Basildon SS14 1HH

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Cafe Cinco has 4.5 stars from 258 Google reviews, listed as a cafe. Reviewers mention portion sizes (8 reviews), friendly staff (46 reviews), value for money (7 reviews).

Opening hours (from Google): Tuesday 8 am–5 pm; Wednesday 8 am–5 pm; Thursday 8 am–5 pm; Friday 8 am–5 pm; Saturday 8 am–5 pm; Sunday 9 am–4 pm; Monday 8 am–5 pm.

4.5Google#12
12

Miracles

151 Google reviews

73 Southernhay, Basildon SS14 1EU

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Miracles has 4.5 stars from 151 Google reviews, listed as a cafe. Reviewers mention portions (7 reviews), cleanliness (17 reviews), value for money (3 reviews).

Phone 01268 906232.

Opening hours (from Google): Tuesday 8 am–5 pm; Wednesday 8 am–5 pm; Thursday 8 am–5 pm; Friday 8 am–5 pm; Saturday 8 am–5 pm; Sunday 9 am–4 pm; Monday 8 am–5 pm.

That is the 12, and we would happily lose an afternoon in any of them. Ratings and review counts are Google's and were correct when we checked; they move, so if your local is a whisker below the one above, that is no reason to stop going. Own one of these cafes and want your details corrected? Use the contact page and we will sort it. Kettle's on.

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Best cafes in Basildon at a glance
RankNameGoogle ratingReviews
1The Billericay579
2Phatt Toad Coffee ltd4.9144
3Brew814.9100
4Cloud 9 Espresso Bar4.7238
5Doorsteps Cafe4.7146
6Creams Cafe Basildon4.6213
7Coco Cafe Basildon4.6192
8SHOTGATE CAFE4.658
9Mem's Kitchen4.5365
10Cosy Cafe4.5352
11Cafe Cinco4.5258
12Miracles4.5151

Frequently asked questions

What is the best cafe in Basildon?
Ranked on Google ratings and review counts, The Billericay comes first with 5 stars from 79 Google reviews.
How are these cafes ranked?
Highest Google rating first, then review count. Places with fewer than 50 reviews are listed after the rest. Nothing is paid for.
Which areas does this guide cover?
Basildon, Pitsea, Laindon, Wickford, Billericay, Vange, Langdon Hills and Noak Bridge.