Tunbridge Wells St John’s Road wholefoods cafe and coffee shop
Welcome to Basil Tunbridge Wells, St John’s Road
Nestled in the heart of St John’s Road, our wholefoods cafe and coffee shop offers a cosy and homely spot to enjoy freshly prepared, wholesome food and delicious coffee blends. Whether you’re stopping by for breakfast, brunch, or lunch, you’ll always be greeted with a warm smile and a friendly atmosphere.
Our menu features a delicious daily selection of quiches, vibrant salads, great coffee, and indulgent cakes. Each item is crafted from scratch by our talented in-house chefs at our nearby Tunbridge Wells production kitchen, using seasonal ingredients sourced from trusted Kent suppliers.
With a dedicated team and a welcoming vibe, come and join us at our St John’s Road cafe and coffee shop. Order at the counter, sit back, and enjoy something ‘basilicious’ – straight from our kitchen to your table…
Today’s Salads
- Chunky Coleslaw
Opening Hours
Monday to Friday 07.30 – 15.00
Saturday 07.30 – 16.00
Sunday CLOSED
Nearby Parking
- John Street, TN4 9RU
Our Menus
Breakfast Menu
Breakfast is available until 11.30 each day and all day Sunday. Choose from Greek yoghurt pots, pancakes, baps and a selection of treats on toast.
Enjoy our in-house Basil coffee blend, speciality teas, smoothies and milkshakes with breakfast and throughout the day.
Lunch Menu
Our lunch menu is available at lunchtime or anytime. Choose from a selection of freshly prepared quiches, frittata, salads, panini and soup.
Cakes and Afternoon Tea
Indulgent and sweet, prepared using wholefood ingredients, our cakes are perfect for dessert or for a relaxed afternoon tea. Please ask about our afternoon tea special booking option served with freshly-made scones.
Try our Hazelnut, Chocolate & Pomegranate cake. It’s the recipient of a ‘Great Taste’ award!
Meet the Tunbridge Wells St John’s Road Manager
Hi, I’m Jan, the Manager of Basil’s cafe on St John’s Road in Tunbridge Wells. Whether you’re looking for a place to eat with freshly prepared food or simply want to enjoy great-tasting coffee in a warm, welcoming atmosphere, our cafe is the perfect spot.
We’re proud to serve a mix of friendly locals and visitors passing through, and you can always count on being greeted with a smile. Our goal is to make sure every visit is enjoyable, with excellent customer service and a homely vibe that keeps people coming back.
My team and I can’t wait to welcome you—come in and see why we’re one of the favorite places to eat in the area!
Basil Cafe and Coffee Shop Tunbridge Wells St Johns Rd – Interior 1
Enjoy something ‘basilicious’ today
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Seasonal & fresh ingredients served each day
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Your cozy spot for great food
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A warm welcome and great coffee, every time
- Accessible toilets
- Dog friendly
- Family friendly
- Non-gluten containing ingredient (NGCI) options
- Outside seating
- Vegetarian options
- Vegan food options
- Venue hire
Planning a party or having friends over? Let Basil do the work for you.
We can cater for a variety of events, such as photoshoots, directors’ dining, birthday parties, new product launches, award ceremonies, celebrations of life, wedding parties and anything else that requires ‘Basilicious’ food delivered to!
Order all your Basil favourites online for collection or delivery.
Please ask staff about allergens.