Cafes

Yemek

4.5 269 reviews 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM 294 London Rd, Hadleigh, Benfleet SS7 2RF, United Kingdom

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Yemek (hadleigh) is a café located on London Road in Hadleigh, offering a diverse menu that blends Turkish flavors with classic café fare. The menu features a range of dishes including traditional Turkish breakfasts, hot meze platters, and signature omelettes served until mid-afternoon. Patrons can choose from options like the Turkish sausage omelette, vegan Beyti, and char-grilled chicken and halloumi salad. Alongside these, Yemek also serves familiar items such as beef burgers, jacket potatoes, and fish dishes like scampi and sea bass.

The atmosphere is casual and welcoming, making it suitable for both quick bites and leisurely meals. The café places emphasis on fresh ingredients and balanced flavors, with a selection that caters to meat-eaters, vegetarians, and vegans alike. Its blend of Mediterranean influences paired with classic British café offerings creates a notable local spot where traditional tastes meet contemporary dining preferences.

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Amenities & More

Service options

Outdoor seating
Delivery
Onsite services
Takeout
Dine-in

Highlights

Great coffee
Great dessert
Great tea selection
Live performances

Popular for

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
Good for working on laptop

Dining options

Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Catering
Dessert
Seating
Table service

Amenities

Gender-neutral restroom
Restroom
Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

Casual
Cozy

Crowd

Family-friendly
Groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Tourists
Transgender safespace

Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Yemek before visiting.

Reviews for Yemek

4.5

269 reviews

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Review highlights

Based on 269 reviews

Yemek (Hadleigh) consistently receives praise for its fresh, flavorful food and welcoming atmosphere. Reviewers often highlight the quality and variety of the menu, with particular appreciation for the Turkish breakfast and accommodating options for gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan diners. The cafe is noted for attentive, friendly service and a clean, inviting environment. While the restaurant can be busy, wait times are generally well managed, with customers appreciating the thoughtful touches such as appetizers offered during waits. The availability of quality beverages, including cocktails and distinctive milkshakes, further enhances the dining experience. Overall, Yemek (Hadleigh) is regarded as a reliable and enjoyable local spot, suitable for both casual morning meals and exploring their broader menu offerings in a comfortable setting.

Lisa Barden

Apr 22, 2025

Beautiful fresh food, we went on mother's day as had a wonderful experience previously. Did not disappoint. Turkish breakfast, calves liver and bacon and 2 Yemek burgers and fries, and all the food was delicious. Good amounts, hot and fresh. We new there would be a wait as food is cooked fresh and restaurant was busy so we ordered some olives and humus to keep us going while we waited. Cocktails also a nice touch. Staff are lovely

Katie H

Apr 15, 2025

Lovely local cafe with great food and drinks. If you have a sweet tooth you’ve got to try the milkshakes.Alison served us and she was very attentive, friendly and helpful.

John

Apr 09, 2025

We visited Sunday morning.We had not been since the move/refit.It is very nice, the food was excellent, we both had the Turkish Breakfast. Service was very good. The staff were friendly, polite and happy. The restaurant is clean & tidy.An excellent mid morning meal, we will definitely go again and will also be trying the evening meals.

George Claydon

Apr 03, 2025

Delicious food! Absolutely rammed but they managed to fit us in after a short wait. The Turkish Breakfast was amazing.

Karen Andiapen

Mar 14, 2025

Welcoming , friendlyGluten free and vegetarian/ Vegan options available.Dairy free milk Well worth the visit

Bruce Mail

Mar 13, 2025

My running mates and me have found this gem of a place.The sunlight streamed in thru the windows.Great mixed cuisine , some Turkish and some English.I had the haddock Eggs Benedict.Also a little bun to start.We often run along the front and this is a great post run food stop.

Kelly Welsh

Jan 30, 2025

Came for some breakfast with my husband and children. 4 empty plates, food was delicious, such great choices. My children loved their meals and were eyeing up the milkshakes for their next visit.Staff were really lovely too. Will be visiting a lot more in the future!! Thank you!

Zoe Clark

Jan 02, 2025

We went today, not planned.We ordered milkshakes as was warm and we just fancied milkshake.The little restaurant was very clean and staff very friendly and polite.We asked to look at the food menu. We wasn't hungry. But the smell of food smelt lush & we over heard that they do cheese on toast and we deffo be back.