Restaurants & Cafe’s

Arundel's compact centre, tucked beneath the towers of its castle and Catholic cathedral, is packed with independent restaurants, cafés and tea rooms. The town has long been a stop for travellers exploring the South Downs and the Arun valley, and its hospitality scene reflects that mix of local Sussex produce and visitor-friendly variety.

Along the High Street, Tarrant Street and the riverside, you will find traditional tea rooms serving cream teas, contemporary brunch spots, characterful pubs with restored interiors, and small bistros focused on seasonal British cooking. Several places make a feature of South Downs lamb, locally landed fish from the Sussex coast and produce from nearby farms, while the town's bakeries and delis are a draw in their own right.

The riverside walk beside the Arun is a pleasant setting for a coffee or a leisurely lunch, with views back to the castle. As a stop on the Arun Valley railway line and well served by buses from Chichester and Worthing, Arundel makes an easy day out for anyone wanting to combine sightseeing with a relaxed meal in a historic market town.