The Mad Hatter
Licensed cafe restaurant on Sea Road in Fulwell, open daily from 8.30am for homemade breakfasts, lunches and afternoon teas, and it opens on Sundays too.
About The Mad Hatter
The Mad Hatter is a licensed cafe restaurant on Sea Road, the main shopping street in Fulwell, a short walk inland from the Seaburn seafront. It opened in 2011 and has built a loyal local following for homemade food, served from breakfast through to mid-afternoon.
It opens every day from 8.30am to 4pm, which makes it one of the earlier starts on this side of the city. The menu covers breakfasts and lunches seven days a week, and the cafe is also known for its afternoon teas, including a traditional version and a Gentlemen's afternoon tea. It also offers outside catering. The Mad Hatter took part in Sunderland Restaurant Week in September 2026. It is worth phoning ahead to book afternoon tea.
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