FirstLight Bistro

4.7 ( 238 reviews )
Checking... 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM See Hours
£10–20
1-3 The Droveway, St Margarets Bay, Dover CT15 6DH, United Kingdom
+44 1304 279863

FirstLight Bistro is a delightful cafe nestled in the scenic St Margaret's Bay, Dover. Visitors rave about its welcoming atmosphere and friendly staff, making it an ideal retreat after a long week. Among the highlights of the menu, the English breakfast garners much praise, particularly for its delightful addition of black pudding. Both vegan and traditional breakfast options shine, featuring fresh ingredients like avocado, mushrooms, and hearty toast.

The cafe's diverse spaces cater to varying vibes, from a relaxed dining area to a lively bar atmosphere perfect for watching football. Patrons often mention the quality of the coffee, with the mocha receiving rave reviews. Dessert options, such as the biscoff and fruit buns, are recommended as indulgent treats to complete your meal.

Overall, FirstLight Bistro stands out for its delicious food, particularly the breakfast and substantial sausage rolls, coupled with an environment that is both inviting and cozy. Whether you're stopping by for breakfast, lunch, or just a coffee, this charming bistro promises a satisfying experience that will keep you coming back.

Amenities and More

  • Service options
    • Outdoor seating
    • On-site services
    • Takeaway
    • Dine-in
    • Delivery
  • Highlights
    • Great beer selection
    • Great coffee
    • Great dessert
    • Great tea selection
    • Great wine list
    • Live music
    • Live performances
    • Sport
  • Popular for
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Offerings
    • Alcohol
    • Beer
    • Cocktails
    • Coffee
    • Free water refills
    • Healthy options
    • Quick bite
    • Small plates
    • Spirits
    • Vegetarian options
    • Wine
  • Dining options
    • Breakfast
    • Brunch
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Dessert
    • Seating
  • Amenities
    • Bar on site
    • Toilet
    • Wi-Fi
    • Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Groups
    • Tourists
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Credit cards
    • Debit cards
    • NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • Kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed

Reviews For FirstLight Bistro

roseleusa Braun
Jun 18,2025
We love coming down for a nice walk from kingsdown, after a long week work this is the best place to go and also enjoy the beautiful views around where we live. Service is always nice and you feel welcome from the staff member , she’s always greets you once you open the door making you always wants to come back. We do always return.
Mr Kane!
Jun 16,2025
Such a lovely place in a great location! I only found this place recently and surprised just how much they have to offer! 3 different spaces in the same building...... Cafe dining area with a third space which feels like a bar and they show football too! The mocha I ordered was really good! Great staff and really friendly also! Definitely will use more!
Kathleen Hinckley
Jun 11,2025
Great English breakfast (the black pudding was a great addition), super sweet people, and so many opportunities to say hi to dogs Visiting for the week and we have been 3 times already
Ernest Pawlowski
Jun 5,2025
FirstLight Bistro is a charming little cafe in St Margaret's Bay that serves up amazing breakfast and lunch. The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly, and the staff are always happy to help. I've tried both the vegan and regular breakfasts, and both were delicious. The vegan breakfast is made with avocado, tomato, hash browns, mushrooms, beans, and toast, and it's packed with flavor. The regular breakfast is also very good, with all the classic ingredients you'd expect. I've also tried the sausage rolls. They're absolutely delicious, and they're a great option if you're looking for something a bit more substantial. For dessert, I recommend the biscoff or fruit bun. Overall, I highly recommend FirstLight Bistro. It's a great place to go for breakfast, lunch, or a coffee and cake. The food is delicious, the service is friendly, and the atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming.
aristotelis papakonstantinou
May 7,2025
Great place very friendly personnel. We had coffee and breakfast and everything was great. I highly recommend it.
Christopher Wright
Mar 26,2025
Fantastic little cafe in st Margaret’s Dover the good was amazing and the portion sizes were generous aswell nice atmosphere and the staff were all friendly and talkative aswell would definitely recommend to anyone in the area
Stephanie Shepherd-Moore
Mar 23,2025
Absolutely one of my new favourite places to go! The staff are always super polite and welcoming, and do whatever they can to ensure you have a lovely experience. Food is A-Ma-Zing!!! And super affordable. I recommend you get their homemade cakes Highly recommend!
Michael Lees
Mar 17,2025
Smashing place, tucked away at the top of the village just before you head down to the bay. Great food, lovely people, very welcoming. Now under new management, it's even better!

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