The Kitchen

You're grabbing a coffee at The Kitchen and actually sitting down properly—not grabbing a paper cup from yet another chain. It's tucked into Poole Park itself, so you've got that bonus of the water and greenery just outside. The vibe is unpretentious; locals actually come here, families with kids, people who've walked from Branksome or popped over from town. The food does what it says on the tin: decent coffee, brunch that hits the spot, nothing trying too hard. At ££ prices, you're not paying Sandbanks tax, which is refreshing when you're this close to the seafront.