A meal at the River View Restaurant

Food & Drink

Food & Drink

From light lunch and afternoon tea to a fine dining experience with spectacular views, there are plenty of places for you to eat at Snape Maltings. We focus on using the finest local ingredients to showcase the best of Suffolk. Book a table.

Every purchase supports the charitable work of Britten Pears Arts.

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MALT

Our brand new café and takeaway is open now. Serving a selection of sandwiches, cakes and pastries, alongside barista-made coffee, maltshakes and cold drinks.
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River View Café & Bar

Serving our seasonal lunch menu, with gluten free, vegan and a full children’s menu available.
A table at the River View cafe overlooking the redbeds and river

River View Restaurant

Panoramic views overlooking the reed beds and a choice of a two- or three-course dinner menu including some of the best local produce Suffolk has to offer.

The Tipi

The Tipi is back in 2023! With themed evenings throughout the summer as well as a chance to enjoy our stone–baked pizzas.
The Quayside Takeaway hut at Snape Maltings.

The Quay Hut

Serving a selection of informal takeaway food as well as hot, cold and alcoholic drinks and ice creams. Situated on Snape Quay, adjacent to The Craft Shop.

Farmers' Markets

Snape Maltings’ Farmers’ Market is the perfect opportunity to discover the best Suffolk producers. Treat yourself to an array of fresh local fare including cheese, chocolates, gin, juices, fruit and delicious artisan bakes.
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BOOK NOW

Aldeburgh Festival takes flight 09 – 25 June

Tickets

What's on

  1. Sunday Brunch with Live Jazz

    Start the day with a relaxing brunch in our River View Café & Bar, accompanied by a live performance.

    River View Café & Bar, Snape Maltings

    Various Sundays throughout the year

    More info
  2. The Tipi at Snape Maltings

    Themed Events in The Tipi

    Join us in The Tipi this summer for a variety of themed evenings with fantastic food and live music from local musicians.

    The Tipi, Snape Maltings

    Various Saturdays throughout the summer

    More info
  3. A man in front of a sunset holding two fish in his hands

    A Passion for Seafood

    A Passion for Seafood's mobile deli will soon be joining us on Friday mornings by The Craft Shop.

    Snape Maltings

    Friday Mornings

    More info

Book a table

Reserve your table for the River View Café, River View Restaurant, or Jazz Brunch. Select your date, dining option and time to book. For any queries, please contact catering@snapemaltings.co.uk.

Opening hours

River View Café & Bar
Open daily
11.30am – 3.30pm and pre-concert bar and dining. Booking advisable.

River View Restaurant
Pre-concert dining & events.

MALT
Mon – Sat 9am – 5pm
Sun 9am – 4pm

Shops, including the Food Hall
Mon – Sat 10am – 5.30pm
Sun 10am – 4.30pm

The Quay Hut
Open weekends & throughout school holidays
11am – 3pm, hot food served from 12pm

Other places to eat

The Plough & Sail, Snape

Cosy pub serving local ales and homecooked food.

The Garden Café at the Red House, Aldeburgh

Tea, coffee and light lunches, open 11-4 Thurs-Sunday.
A picture of the Snape Maltings site for the Aldeburgh Food & Drink Festival

Aldeburgh Food & Drink Festival

One of the country's leading food festivals, every September at Snape Maltings.