Business Details
11 Years
experience
Freshly Made British Cuisine & Celebration Cakes in Margate
Established in 2015, Gloria's Lounge & Cafe brings decades of culinary expertise to Margate's vibrant food scene. Our chef and owner Ben honed his craft over 20 years in London's prestigious restaurants, including Bluebird Chelsea and Boisdale Canary Wharf, mastering classic British techniques and pastry arts. We specialise in creating memorable dining experiences through fresh, locally-sourced ingredients prepared with traditional methods. Our 1950s American retro-style venue combines a 30-seat restaurant with garden patio, serving breakfasts, lunches, afternoon teas and hand-crafted celebration cakes daily.With a commitment to quality evident in every homemade patisserie item and seasonal menu selection, we've become a cherished local establishment while maintaining strong ties to the wider Kent community. Our location on Northdown Road reflects Margate's cultural renaissance, offering visitors and residents alike a taste of modern British gastronomy in historic surroundings.
Services
Breakfasts
Lunches
Celebration Cakes
Takeaway Service
Event Catering
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We have 20 years' experience in London's top restaurants
- Our menu uses fresh, local Kent ingredients daily
- We create bespoke celebration cakes to order
- Our 1950s-style venue offers unique dining atmosphere
- We opened in Margate's revitalised Northdown Road area
Services
Breakfasts
Our breakfast menu features traditional British dishes made with fresh local ingredients. Available daily from 7am (8am Sundays), we offer both classic full English breakfasts and lighter continental options. All items are prepared to order using seasonal produce sourced from Kent suppliers.
Lunches
Serving lunch from 11am-3pm daily, our menu includes homemade soups, sandwiches, and main courses. Highlights include daily specials and vegetarian options. All dishes use locally-sourced ingredients prepared with traditional British cooking techniques in our open kitchen.
Celebration Cakes
We create bespoke celebration cakes for birthdays, weddings and special occasions. Our pastry chef offers consultation services for custom designs, with options for themed decorations and dietary adaptations. Cakes are made using traditional baking methods perfected over two decades in London's top restaurants.
Takeaway Service
Our takeaway menu includes breakfast items, lunch dishes and homemade cakes available for collection. All food is packaged in eco-friendly containers with options for pre-orders. Popular items include our signature sandwiches and freshly baked pastries made daily.
Event Catering
We provide full catering services for private events with menus tailored to your requirements. Options include buffet spreads, afternoon tea arrangements and themed party food. Our team offers venue decoration and event planning support for birthdays and special occasions.
People
Ben
Chef and Owner
With 20 years' experience in London's top restaurants including Bluebird Chelsea and Boisdale Canary Wharf, Ben brings classic British culinary expertise to Margate. He established Gloria's Lounge & Cafe in 2015 after relocating from London.
Questions
What are Gloria's Lounge & Cafe's opening hours?
We're open Monday to Saturday 7am-5pm and Sundays 8am-4pm for breakfast and lunch services.
Do you offer celebration cake services?
Yes, we create bespoke celebration cakes for all occasions with options for custom designs and dietary requirements.
Is there takeaway available?
Yes, we offer a full takeaway menu including our signature breakfasts, lunches and homemade cakes.
Can you cater for special events?
We provide catering for private events and parties with options for themed menus and venue decoration.
What makes your cafe unique?
Our 1950s American retro interior combines with traditional British cooking techniques and fresh local ingredients for a distinctive experience.
