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Hours
Sun
10:00 - 17:00
Tue
10:00 - 16:00
Wed
10:00 - 16:00
Thu
10:00 - 16:00
Fri
10:00 - 16:00
Sat
10:00 - 16:00
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Ratings and reviews
4.5
Travellers' Choice 2024
RATINGS
Food
Service
Value
Atmosphere
Food and ambience
Local cuisine, Cafe, Spanish, British, Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options
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About
Nestled in Worthing’s stunning Beach House Park, Palm Court Pavilion is a stylish, beautifully renovated café-bistro in the park’s Old Pavilion. Located just minutes from the town centre and the seafront, we serve delicious homemade food and offer a range of options for functions and events. The café marks an exciting new chapter in the Pavilion’s history. After some years in disuse, the old Pavilion building has been given a brand new lease of life with a sympathetic renovation emphasising natural light inside, while taking advantage of the lovely open-air spaces of the surrounding park outside. Large open-air decking areas have been created so that you can enjoy the beautiful, peaceful setting. The outside spaces are also available for hire for private parties and functions. Over winter we have a festive themed outdoor heated marquee.
PRICE RANGE
£5.00 – £15.00
CUISINES
Cafe, Spanish, British
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks
FEATURES
Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Dog Friendly, Gift Cards Available
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4.5
783 reviews
Excellent
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Very good
93
Average
45
Poor
32
Terrible
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Al B
1 contribution
Oct 2020 • family
I visited the PCP with my partner and my mum, who are both gannets. Two of us had the nut roast and the other the beef roast. They came with a colourful selection of veggies but we also ordered cauliflower cheese sides. For dessert we had the apple pie which was, for me, one of the best I have ever had (so good we ordered some to take home). We all went home pleasantly stuffed - and for a very reasonable price. Nice place, great food with happy, charming staff. Would definitely recommend.
Written 19 October 2020
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PalmCourtPavilion10
Hi Al B, thank you for your comments and really pleased your visit was an enjoyable one. We are also serving Sunday lunches in our new heated marquee throughout winter.
Written 3 November 2020
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juliescroft
Worthing45 contributions
Nov 2020 • friends
Had the most amazing sunday lunch here, they have put a gazebo in the garden which was lovely and warm and gave a great atmosphere. The food was ample, hot and extremely tasty. I have also frequented here during the week for lunch and afternoon tea and it is always top notch.
love this secret gem in amongst lovely grounds.
Written 3 November 2020
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Beckabee
Worthing9 contributions
Oct 2021 • family
Having visited several times previously for lunches, my husband and I chose Palm Court to host an afternoon tea for our family and friends following our local wedding ceremony.
Being a small group of 30, the upstairs room was ideally sized and suited our needs perfectly. With windows and balconies overlooking both sides of the park, it gives wonderful views and the large and exotic plants add to the feel of the room. The tables were beautifully laid for tea with crisp white tablecloths, china plates & tea cups and tiered cake stands full of the most scrumptious sandwiches, scones, and cakes. A couple of our party had particular dietary needs and these were very well catered for, to their delight, with much thought and care.
Rachel & Seamus were a great help, both before the day and during it, giving us helpful suggestions and confidence our day would go to plan. On the day itself, we were very well looked after by them both and all the staff, despite them also setting up for the annual ‘Jack on the Green’ lantern show in the park that night. Our two waitresses, Bryony & (I think) Bethany (apologies if I’ve remembered incorrectly) were stars - meeting everyone’s needs with drinks orders etc. Nothing was too much trouble for them.
Our afternoon tea was absolutely delicious and all our family & friends agreed it was a perfect afternoon.
A huge thank you to you all for making our day so memorable and enjoyable.
Written 7 November 2021
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seamus k
Thank you for choosing the Palm Court....we take pride and strive to achieve the highest standards possible so that special occasions are celebrated in style.
Written 22 January 2022
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jin6x
Chichester1098 contributions
May 2021 • couples
I have reviewed this restaurant before, regrettably it has gone downhill since then. We ordered the full breakfast for my wife and eggs Benedict for myself. After 40 minutes no sign of it so I went to investigate. A server informed me that they had so many orders and as she wasn’t a chef, she had no idea when the meals would arrive. I asked her if she could find out. She didn’t return but turned up 10 minutes later with the food. Unacceptable, they are clearly accepting too many orders with insufficient chefs/ kitchen resources. If only they would inform diners of the waiting time so that they could then make an informed choice.
Written 3 May 2021
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PalmCourtPavilion10
Thank you for taking time to feedback and firstly accept my sincere apologies for your visit not being up to our usual high standards. Our heated marquee is the only allocated area at present where we are serving meals. We were thankfully fully booked on Monday’s bank holiday. Due to reduced capacity and socially distanced tables our booking system is crucial to allow relaxed, spaced out dining and optimum capacity as we are running at only 25% of our normal levels, which due to covid-19 restrictions is currently all outside. Unfortunately yesterday we had several table's either running late or waiting for some of the party to arrive which did cause a surge of order's and a delay in your breakfast again for which i apologise. I assume when you're breakfast arrived the quality was good and I hope this isolated incident will not deter you from returning as we quickly adjust to changing requirements and endeavour to deliver high standards of service and food to our clientele.
Written 5 May 2021
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Nicky P
3 contributions
Aug 2021 • none
I try and praise positively wherever I go but I certainly cannot be positive about my experience at Palm court. We booked in advance, pre ordered and prepaid for the food in advance. However, when we arrived we had to wait a long time for our food being told that just because you book at 7:30 doesn't mean you'll eat then. You didn't tell us you wanted your food, which we did on multiple occasions. Waited 40 minutes for the drinks bill. There was no music and no cheerful waiting staff. I complained but the manager was condescending, so I sent an email to him, no reply, I sent one to the restaurant, no reply. I used to go for meals there but won't be going again and I won't be recommending it to anyone. They need to appreciate they are in the hospitality business. Politeness and enthusiasm are free!
Written 7 September 2021
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seamus k
Hi, firstly i have reported/flagged this review to Tripadvisor. We have previously spoken to and had various communications with the organiser. As we refused to give a refund you have continued to try and damage our reputation. The event was back in July on the 17th. It was a hen party arranged for an evening booked from 7.30pm. Several members of the group did not arrive until 7.45, then a drinks order was taken ( including cocktails) these were served close to 8pm, then we were informed several members of the group had a train to catch and had to leave at 8.45 so you requested everyone needed their meal straight away. Even a call the day before with the organiser to check numbers and any dietary requirements by the general manager the fairly strict timings was not discussed then or previously. To expect drinks and a meal to be served within 45-60 minutes without pre informing us with a very busy restaurant was just not possible. It was an Al Fresco BBQ evening when the chef individually BBQs each tables order. When the organiser called and demanded a refund, this for the above reasons was refused and then the threat of damaging reviews was made and carried out, and still being carried out 2 months later.
Written 8 September 2021
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Louise B
2 contributions
Nov 2020 • solo
If you are looking for a tasty lunch, really good cup of tea or coffee or a delicious cake I’d definitely recommend a visit to Palm Court Pavilion. It’s easy to park, the staff are so lovely, the food is excellent and then on a sunny Autumn day you can sit on a bench in the park area. I had a nice earl grey and a tuna melt panini and I’ll be visiting next week to try something else. Keep up the good work, you put a smile on my face in these scary times and me feel not so lonely. Thank you 🙏
Written 13 November 2020
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PalmCourtPavilion10
Hi Louise, many thanks for taking time to comment, but do not be scared to come into the park and we
will always try to cheer you up.
Written 13 December 2020
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m1ch1980
53 contributions
Feb 2022 • none
I have never experienced such unprofessionalism - I enquired about afternoon tea (initially by email). Having rung them to book, I said I wanted to book for adults and 3 kids (plus dogs), I advised that it was unlikely that a 3 year old would want to have it. I was told to pre-order any other choices; in emailing them a few days before with these choices, they told me only the Sunday menu was available. They then went on to argue with me about who said what! So unprofessional. At this point, I politely corrected them and advised it didn't seem right to argue however at this late stage I will still keep the booking. Despite having paid a deposit, I receive an email late yesterday afternoon telling me they 'cannot honour my booking'! Appalling - and a shame given the only time I have been there before they were very good. Going by recent reviews, it's now one to avoid.
Written 12 August 2022
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seamus k
Synopsis:
1st Aug: email enquiry for afternoon tea for 6 adults, 2 children with 3 labrador size dogs and space for dogs to lie down on Sunday 12th August
2nd Aug: email from Palm Court to request customer to call to discuss what type of afternoon tea is required ( we offer eight varieties) and to enquire re dietary requirements
3rd Aug: following phone call an email from customer confirming 2 x full afternoon teas, 1 x gluten free afternoon tea and 1 x vegetarian and rest off party could order from the Sunday menu.
9th Aug 21.52: received an email from customer confirming the afternoon tea order then a range of dishes from the midweek menu and not the Sunday menu
10th Aug 11.04: Sent email to customer informing that items need to be from Sunday menu
10th Aug 17.55: email from customer stating could we make an exception as the adults and children didn’t like the items from the menu and that it wasn’t explained to her re the Sunday menu and the Sunday menu was too heavy for the anticipated hot weather
10th Aug 18.32: email from Palm Court apologising that we cannot make exceptions as the lunch time session was fully booked
11th Aug 07.49: Email from customer stating it was very disappointing as it was her birthday and it was only a few changes and again it wasn’t clear it was a Sunday menu which had already been explained to the customer
11th Aug 08.10: due to customer not being happy the general manager reached out and asked for you to call the pavilion to clarify the booking
11th Aug 09.21: no call was made but an email received from the customer,stating the general manager was not accurate a had given misleading information with the email having quite an angry undertone of words used.
11th Aug 17.58: an email was sent to customer stating the booking on Sunday could not be honoured due to complexity of requirements, requesting exceptions being made and then a general bad tone to the general manger as we felt whatever we offered it would not be good enough.
Written 12 August 2022
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MichelleF72
Worthing37 contributions
Jun 2022 • none
We had the deluxe afternoon tea and I can confirm we were not disappointed. The food was freshly made, very tasty and great value for money. The coronation chicken was the best I’ve ever tasted and the brownies just melt in the mouth.
Our waitress Holly was friendly, polite and attentive. She explained exactly what food was served and made us feel very well looked after.
Would definitely recommend.
Written 4 June 2022
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rosalove2017
Brighton2 contributions
Aug 2022 • none
My friend and I enjoyed a lovely afternoon tea. I’m a vegetarian which they catered for completely and my friend isn’t so we each had our own individual teas laid out. They also do a vegan or gluten-free tea option so that’s very impressive and I thought it was very good value. We were served by Holly and also by Aggie who both provided excellent service. It was a lovely relaxed environment and as it had been a thunderstorm earlier we were under their large marquee but there is also a lovely terrace for when the weather is better.
Written 18 August 2022
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Debbie W
4 contributions
Jun 2021 • none
We had a wonderful few hours at the palm court pavilion for a deluxe afternoon tea. My mum and her two friends are over 85 and I was able to drop off flowers, balloon and a cake. The table was laid up with lovely china and we started with a glass of prosecco. The staff were really attentive and friendly as this was the ladies second outing since restrictions have lifted. The afternoon was amazing, a great selection of savories and sandwiches. The quiche and sausage rolls were really tasty. We all had a scone, cream, jam and more cakes, lemon drizzle, Victoria sponge, mini chocolate mouse and a chocolate brownie. The tea pot was constantly filled and the staff could not have done enough for us. Well done Palm Court Pavilion a wonderful afternoon and memory for my mum and friends.
Written 6 June 2021
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seamus k
We like parties and we like it when you are pleased with the event...many many thanks.
Written 22 January 2022
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rubyandbilly2015
Worthing45 contributions
Dec 2020 • none
I have had lunch here and met friends for coffee, it is a lovely peaceful venue in a pretty park away from the business of the town. There is plenty of parking. I found a good selection on the menu for all tastes and dietry needs at lunchtime and afternoon tea looks amazing. Coffee the best Ive tasted in town. I would give it 4 and a half if I could and the half point is because it is a tad expensive but you get what you pay for and you wont be disappointed.
Written 16 December 2020
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HIPPO331
Liverpool52 contributions
Dec 2020 • couples
I have just been to the Palm Court Pavillion and I must say in these strange times it is one of the safest eating places I have been through this pandemic. You can eat inside or if you are with friends there is a marquee outside which is heated......👍 one of a few . The tables are all spaced out and there is enough room to walk round safely. The toilets are spotless and are the only ones I have seen that supply cleaning equipment. The staff are all very attentive and polite. Today I was severed by Bryony and last week I was served by Amber. They are lovely girls as are all the staff. The food is fantastic and you certainly get your money's worth. I would recommend Palm Cout to everyone and I will be back in the new year.
Written 20 December 2020
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PalmCourtPavilion10
Have passed all your comments on to the team, appreciate your review.
Written 1 April 2021
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Dean North
2 contributions
Oct 2021 • family
Found this place on a trip to the hospital. We decided to go in for a drink, the staff were really friendly and we were sat in the marquee. We had lemon drizzle cake, a latte and cheesy chips which were all hot and served quite quickly.
We will definitely go back.
Written 27 October 2021
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seamus k
Dean, glad your first visit was five stars...hopefully see you more throughout 2022
Written 22 January 2022
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Mike F
1 contribution
Jul 2022 • friends
After walking the dog in a beautiful park located minutes from the beach, my (now) wife and I came across this beautiful venue. Once we found out they did wedding ceremonies we booked without hesitation. One of the BEST decisions we have ever made.
Seamus and Rachel were amazing! They made the planning so easy. Suggesting the wine, menu and canopies, liaising with our DJ and cake baker etc... ment we could enjoy the build up instead of stressing over the small details. That being said, if we had specific requests they would have been accommodating too.
My (now) wife and I are vegan and this was no trouble at all. The venue did us the most delious BBQ/buffet on the day and accommodated for any other allergies our guests had. We had some many complements on the food and rightly so.
Thanks to the team at Palm Court the day itself couldn't have gone smoother. Nothing was too much trouble for our guests and everyone was so happy and professional. Even after buying the bar staff a shot of tequila each in the evening, they kept their professionalism.
Every aspect of the venue was perfect, from the stunning ceremony room, to the terrace for drinks and then the marquee itself, followed by the evening party.
To sum up, if you are looking for a wedding venue in sunny Worthing then your search is over!
Mike &Lizzie
Written 10 September 2022
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Samantha W
Worthing43 contributions
Jul 2020 • friends
Set in tranquil garden surroundings this place is a real gem. The menu offers something for everyone with great vegetarian and vegan options. The staff are friendly and helpful and are managing social distancing very well. The outdoor eating area is perfect for a sunny day and there is a lovely atmosphere throughout the cafe.
Written 23 July 2020
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PalmCourtPavilion10
Samantha, many thanks for your review, look forward to welcoming you again very soon.
Written 31 July 2020
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