The Aviator Coffee Bar and Restaurant

4.4 ( 528 reviews )
Checking... 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM See Hours
£1–10
The Airfield, Dunkeswell, Honiton EX14 4LG, United Kingdom
+44 1404 890009

The Aviator Coffee Bar and Restaurant is a delightful find nestled at the Dunkeswell Airfield, offering a unique dining experience with an aerial twist. Patrons rave about the quality of the food, particularly the cooked breakfasts, which are made to order and brim with flavor. The generous portions and fresh ingredients create a memorable morning meal, especially the much-acclaimed Mega Breakfast. Guests like Mac McClure cherish not only the culinary delights but also the friendly atmosphere and the joy of dining while watching the vibrant activities of light aircraft and skydivers.Moreover, the café prides itself on being dog-friendly, allowing visitors to enjoy their treats alongside their furry companions. The homemade cakes, including shortbread and flapjacks, receive high praise for their generous portions and tasty indulgence. The spacious interior, complemented by outdoor benches, creates a welcoming spot for relaxation and enjoyment.Overall, The Aviator stands out not just for its excellent food but also for the community vibe and welcoming service that keeps customers returning. It’s more than just a coffee shop; it’s an experience, embodying the spirit of adventure one sip at a time.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
  • Highlights
    • Serves great coffee
    • Serves great dessert
    • Has great tea selection
  • Popular for
    • Popular for breakfast
    • Popular for lunch
    • Good for solo dining
    • Good for working on laptop
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves coffee
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves breakfast
    • Serves brunch
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
    • Has Wi-Fi
    • Free Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Historic
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed

Reviews For The Aviator Coffee Bar and Restaurant

Mac McClure
Jun 28,2025
What an absolute gem this cafe is. I visited numerous times whilst on holiday for cooked breakfast & was so impressed by the quality of the food, the friendliness of the staff and being able to eat my breakfast & watch the activities around the airfield. The cafe is dog friendly too which means I could enjoy some time there with my dogs, rather than get a takeaway. The cooked breakfast is really tasty, cooked to order & very filling. They make their cakes etc on site & I tried the shortbread & the flapjack & they were both generously portioned & very nice. I love finding places like this & it gives me a good reason to return to the area for another holiday.
Chris Bailey
Jun 8,2025
A Great Place to visit and watch all the comings and goings of light aircraft and skydivers. Everyone was in a happy mood, and the coffees and breakfasts were decent for a reasonable price.
GarytheGardener
May 30,2025
Just enjoyed a very nice breakfast on a wet and windy day.Very friendly,as usual.
Diana Stevens
May 28,2025
Great cafe on the edge of Dunkeswell airfield. Lots of space inside and benches outside to sit and watch planes and skydivers. We've not had a meal but the food looks good and the cakes are huge!
S Williams
May 1,2025
We went to the Aviator to have their Mega Breakfast. Everything about our visit was outstanding. The food was absolutely delicious. Fresh, extremely tasty produce and cooked to perfection. The staff were fantastic, the restaurant atmosphere welcoming and the rest rooms were immaculately clean and fresh smelling. Would not hesitate to highly recommend, thank you for a great start to the day
Mark Potter - Bluemark Entertainment DJ & Photobooths
Mar 26,2025
We had a lovely time here, didnt see many planes taking off but there was a helicoptor flying about. Lovely big cakes and ncie coffee - I love the fact the staff recognised my friend Alfie who is a regular there which make him feel loved - well done team thanks a million
Kelly Gates
Mar 25,2025
What a Gem - we arrived early waiting 4 my mum & her partner we decided to have a Latte & black tea 5.85 bargin! The lunch menu had loads of choice, we had a ham & cheese toastie with fries, bacon brie & cranberry panini with fries, jacket potato with chilli & scampi in a basket- each was less than 10, lovely tasting & plenty of food. would definitely recommend
Barry Love
Mar 21,2025
Had a bacon roll and coffee,good service and good food in a lovely environment..

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