Towngate Café bar
A great place to meet, eat and drink…
Located in the centre of Basildon, the Towngate Theatre Cafe bar is the perfect place to enjoy a spot of lunch, grab a coffee with friends or enjoy a pre-show meal.
A vibrant and modern bar, we offer an extensive food and drink menu throughout the day, with some main courses available for a little over £5.
Bookings welcome now 01268 205 296
Opening times
Monday to Friday
8am – 3.30pm
Evenings and weekends
The Café Bar only opens in the evening or at the weekend if there’s a scheduled performance. If there is, we’ll be open two hours before the performance begins.
Café menus
Breakfast menu – weekdays 8am – 11.30am
Sharing platters menu – weekdays 11.30am – 3pm or from 2 hours before a performance (last orders 45 minutes before).
All day menu – weekdays 11.30am – 3pm or from 2 hours before a performance (last orders 45 minutes before).
Light Bites menu – weekdays only 12 midday – 2.30pm
Side dishes (chips, garlic bread, side salads, etc.) – weekdays 11.30am – 3pm or from 2 hours before a performance (last orders 45 minutes before).
Event catering
Our well stocked Café bar and experienced event catering team can provide a full range of excellent, freshly prepared food: full dinners, buffets, hot meals, cakes and patisserie to suit your requirements (see the example menus).
To discuss your specific needs phone our catering manager on: 01268 205 296
Or send us an email: towngatecafe@basildon.gov.uk
(we will reply by email, or by phone if you leave your number).