A relaxed café just outside Wickham, near Fareham. Inspired by the classic American waffle houses and finished with a subtle nautical touch, we serve freshly made waffles, fluffy pancakes, all-day breakfasts, great coffee, and the kind of comfort food you keep thinking about after you leave.
Our menu is built around proper breakfast and brunch, served all day. Think freshly made waffles and pancake stacks with your choice of sides, generous Full English breakfasts, avocado toast, eggs Benedict, and vegetarian options. Later in the day, you will find hearty favourites like fish and chips, burgers, buttermilk chicken waffles, mac ‘n’ cheese, savoury waffle dishes, and relaxed lunch plates that hit the spot without overthinking it. Sweet waffles, build-your-own options, milkshakes, and good coffee round things off nicely.
Whether you are popping in for a quick coffee, settling in for brunch, or meeting friends after a countryside walk, Crows Nest is a place to slow down, eat well, and feel at home. Good food, friendly faces, and a space that feels easy to come back to.
Crows Nest started with a simple idea. Create a café that feels welcoming, serves proper food, and brings people together. Located between Wickham and Fareham, we are proud to be a community-focused, dog-friendly café where muddy boots and wagging tails are always welcome.
Our menu is inspired by the classic American waffle house, with freshly made waffles and pancakes at the heart of it. Alongside those, you will find generous all-day breakfasts and familiar British comfort food, all prepared with care using quality ingredients. It is food that feels comforting, satisfying, and never overcomplicated.
The space itself takes cues from the coast, with a relaxed nautical feel that fits perfectly with the surrounding countryside. It is the kind of place where one coffee easily turns into two.
We care a lot about how people feel when they walk through the door. That means warm service, good conversation, excellent coffee, and making sure every guest feels genuinely welcome, including four-legged ones. We love being part of the local community, and we are proud to be a café people return to again and again.
Crows Nest is part of a boutique hospitality group with deep roots in the Hampshire area. Across our cafés, pubs, and hotels, we focus on warm service, honest food, and creating places that feel relaxed, welcoming, and easy to return to.
Our nearby venues include:
Hunters Inn Pub, a much-loved, 300 year old, country pub known for its food, events, and community feel.
Botleigh Grange Hotel & Spa, a countryside hotel offering spa breaks, dining, and special occasions.
Royal Swan Ashley Manor, a charming Bed & Breakfast with character and simple comfort at its heart.
Each venue has its own personality, but they all share the same values. Good hospitality, friendly teams, and spaces that feel genuinely local. Crows Nest is proud to be part of that family.
Monday to Thursday: 9:00 to 16:00
Friday & Saturday: 9:00 to 18:00
Sunday: 9:00 to 16:00