By the water
Front-row views across Marine Lake and the Dee estuary.
West Kirby Waterfront
Waterfront
Bistro & Café
Good food. Great views. All welcome.
Open all day
Breakfast, lunch, coffee and homemade cake in one relaxed place.
Fresh favourites
Familiar café favourites, daily choices and Fish Friday.
Parties & events
Film nights, music, creative events and private occasions.
A reason to stop by,
whatever the tide
Tanskeys brings breakfast, lunch, homemade cake and licensed drinks together in one relaxed waterfront setting.
Morning
Breakfast & coffee
A relaxed start with breakfast choices, hot drinks and lighter bites. Ask the team about the current menu and dietary options.
Breakfast details Daytime
Lunch & light bites
Freshly prepared lunches, sandwiches, soups, jacket potatoes and changing specials, served beside the water.
Explore the menu Later on
Drinks & good times
Homemade cakes, coffee and tea, alongside licensed drinks including beer, cider, wine and cocktails.
Food & drink
What’s on Events at
Events at
Tanskeys
Film nights, live music, creative gatherings and seasonal occasions have all found a home by the water. Current dates are announced through Tanskeys’ official Instagram.
See current updatesMovie nights
Relaxed film evenings have paired familiar favourites with food and drinks.
Live music
Music-led evenings and Vinyl Groove events add a different rhythm after daytime service.
Creative gatherings
Painting events and seasonal activities have brought the community together by the water.
Celebrate by the water
Private hire
From birthdays and anniversaries to wakes, work gatherings and other special occasions, speak to the team about making Tanskeys yours for the moment.
- A memorable waterfront setting
- Food and drink options confirmed for your event
- Plans shaped directly with the Tanskeys team
Your occasion by the tide Our story Rooted
Rooted
by
the Tide
- 2010
By the water
Tanskeys opens beside West Kirby Marine Lake.
- 15 years
A local favourite
Breakfasts, lunches, cakes, events and celebrations become part of local life.
- July 2025
A new chapter
Jonathan Green and Maureen Hanson take ownership.
- Today
Still independent
Still welcoming West Kirby by the tide.
Why guests return
Review themes
The view
Waterfront outlooks across Marine Lake and the Dee estuary are repeatedly praised.
The welcome
Visitors frequently mention friendly service, homemade cakes and an easy-going atmosphere.
The occasions
Parties and private functions are regularly remembered as warm, personal and well looked after.
Opening guidance
9am–5pm daily
Evening events and seasonal hours may vary. Please call or check Instagram before travelling.
Call before travelling