We founded Urban Ground in 2011 to ensure we could get a great cup of coffee, after many years working in hospitality in London, where great coffee was everywhere. Back then, the specialty scene in Eastbourne was virtually non-existent so intrepid pioneers we became. The plan was to create a space that was similar to the awesome ones in the capital that were leading the 3rd wave with silky flat whites and delicious artisan sandwiches and cakes.

After 6 months of searching for a suitable site, we found a greengrocer who was retiring in Bolton Road, and 8 weeks later we opened the doors on our new venue. Our success and growth have been driven by our dedication to great customer service, exceptional coffee and delicious food served in a relaxed contemporary environment for the community.

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We currently have positions for experienced full time (35-40 hours per week) baristas, chefs and food prep. Chefs will be able to prepare a range of savoury and sweet foods, plan menus and order stock. Food prep team members will be making sandwiches front of house, taking orders and serving customers.

Reviews (12)

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Julie Peckham

Jan 22, 2022

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Great coffee. Great staff. Great food. Well worth the slightly higher than average costs.

Stephen Robinson

Jan 01, 2022

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Fabulous coffee and excellent selection of toasties and cakes loved it.staff very attentive great service.

Lisa Landucci

Dec 22, 2021

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Love the place: spacious and nicely decorated. The staff is super friendly. They sell the best coffee in Eastbourne and the food is delicious.

Rick Plummer

Nov 12, 2021

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Fairly underwhelming. Produce was fine but the cafe itself was like space, no atmosphere. Another place that's trying to be achingly cool but missing the mark somewhat.

Bridget Stepney

Oct 23, 2021

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Great place 😊 great for coffee and perhaps to have a tempting lovely 'lite bite' savoury or sweet. Corner of South Street, under cover seating outside. Lovely staff.

Conor M.

Aug 16, 2021

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Fantastic coffee. Staff were really nice and when they saw my cane they said don't wait at the till, go outside and sit and they would bring my (takeaway!) coffee out to me.

Julia Morse

Aug 10, 2021

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Trendy, urban style café that is a lovely blend of modern with a touch of traditional. Highly trained baristas produce consistently good coffee. Tasty light meals plus the familiar sandwiches and toasties freshly made with speciality breads. Add in delectable cakes, pastries and vegan options. Locally made and even the humble cheese toastie can be spiced up with kimchi or given a Italian pesto twist. Professional, friendly team to boot. Warning: You'll want to go back! :-)

Kay Stobbart

Jul 12, 2021

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My first visit, friends recommend meeting here. They advised me it serves the best coffee in town. Shame I'm not a coffee drinker! The hot chocolate was a great alternative.
Banana bread was absolutely delicious as apparently were the custard tarts. It had a lovely relaxed vibe and I'd definitely return to try one of those tarts myself!!😋

Anastasia Balandina

Apr 19, 2021

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Great place for a takeaway breakfast. Would recommend trying their goat cheese and mango chutney sandwich!

Debbie Holden

Dec 14, 2020

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Just had a delicious lunch at my fave coffee bar. Yummy mushrooms on sourdough, worth the try, so delicious Thanks guys 😘

Mischa Butler

Oct 26, 2020

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Always come here when I come to Eastborne BUT I think you may just be starting to price yourselves out of the market. £18 for two sandwiches and two coffees. Please think carefully during this time.

John Randall

Nov 16, 2019

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Friendly staff, gluten free cakes and love the specials - bacon, sour dough and Avocado