Business Details
9 Years
experience
Your Local Cafe & Deli in St Leonards on Sea
At Dandelion Deli, we are a family-run business dedicated to providing wholesome, high-quality food accessible to all. Our daily offerings include freshly prepared meals using seasonal ingredients sourced from local suppliers, including eggs from F K Carter, meat from Appleyards Butchers, and produce from Sussex Fruits. We prioritise sustainability through compostable packaging that breaks down within three months, reflecting our commitment to environmental responsibility. Our menu caters to diverse dietary needs with extensive vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options, including homemade pastries, daily hot specials, and a salad bar. We operate a 20-cover restaurant and rentable basement venue space, complemented by a sunlit conservatory and garden for relaxed dining.By fostering relationships with local growers and producers, we ensure our ingredients are ethically sourced while maintaining affordable pricing. Our team prepares all sandwich fillings and baked goods in-house daily, including locally sourced croissants, cinnamon rolls, and innovative scotch eggs with vegan alternatives. We actively welcome customer suggestions to expand our product range, ensuring our offerings evolve to meet community needs. Our licensing allows guests to enjoy wine, beer, or cider alongside meals, enhancing the dining experience. Through our mailing list, we share updates, events, and recipes to keep our patrons engaged with our culinary journey.
Services
Breakfast Service
Lunch Specials
Vegan Options
Gluten-Free Products
Salad Bar
Bakery Items
Takeaway Meals
Venue Hire
Dietary Products
Local Produce Sales
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We are a family-run business with a focus on local, sustainable sourcing.
- Our menu includes daily vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options.
- We use 100% compostable packaging that breaks down in three months.
- We offer a rentable venue space for events and gatherings.
- Our team prepares all meals and baked goods fresh daily in-house.
Services
Breakfast Service
We serve breakfast daily until 11:30 on weekdays and all day on weekends. Our menu includes homemade pastries, croissants, and weekly specials like spicy Mexican steak or crispy tofu. All items are prepared fresh in-house using locally sourced ingredients to ensure quality and sustainability.
Lunch Specials
Our lunch menu features daily-changing hot and cold options, including meat, vegan, and vegetarian dishes like lasagne, curries, and mezze platters. Ingredients are sourced from local farms and suppliers, ensuring seasonal freshness. Meals are freshly prepared in front of customers by our friendly team.
Vegan Options
We offer extensive vegan choices, including scotch eggs with vegan 'notzzarella', kimchi wraps, and daily specials. Our vegan cheese from I AM NUT OK and plant-based pastries cater to dietary preferences without compromising taste or quality, aligning with our commitment to inclusivity.
Gluten-Free Products
Our deli stocks a wide range of gluten-free products, including baked goods, pastries, and dietary-specific items. We actively welcome suggestions to expand our offerings, ensuring we meet the needs of customers with coeliac disease or gluten intolerance through carefully sourced ingredients.
Venue Hire
We provide a rentable basement venue space for private events, meetings, or gatherings. The 20-cover area complements our restaurant services, offering a flexible setting for celebrations or community activities while maintaining the same focus on quality food and local sourcing.
Questions
What dietary options does Dandelion Deli Deli offer?
We provide extensive vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options, including daily specials and baked goods. Our menu and shop cater to diverse dietary needs.
Do you source ingredients locally?
Yes, we partner with local farms and suppliers like Appleyards Butchers and Sussex Fruits to ensure fresh, seasonal ingredients with a low environmental footprint.
What packaging does the deli use?
All our packaging is sustainably sourced and compostable, breaking down within three months to reduce environmental impact compared to traditional biodegradable materials.
Can I hire the venue space?
Yes, our basement venue accommodates up to 20 guests for private events or meetings. Contact us for availability and booking details.
Are there takeaway options available?
Yes, we offer takeaway meals for customers to enjoy off-site, including daily hot specials, salads, and baked goods prepared fresh each morning.
