Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Lostock Gralam

"If you’re on the hunt for a delicious breakfast in an independent café with homemade bagels, you’ve found it. Not only is it good value for money but the bagels and their surroundings will give all your followers breakfast envy on their morning commute. With sweet wooden furniture and houseplants and rainbow bagels, this spot is a good taster for the rest of the Instagrammable spots in Liverpool has to offer."

"The Bagelry recently filled the bagel-shaped void in Liverpool’s life but they’re not just renowned for their bagels, they do a pretty epic French toast. Take two slices of freshly baked brioche, slather it in butter and maple syrup and blueberries and you’ve got one of the most indulgent plates of food in Liverpool. Address: 42 Nelson St, L1 5DN"

"Liverpool and beyond, the bagel-shaped hole in your life has now been filled. A real labour of love goes into the bagels and that’s the reason we’re hooked."

"What: Described by its founders as “a big fat love letter to Reykjavik – its people, and their love for the coffee bean”, this Scandinavian coffee house and brunch kitchen provides not one, but three welcoming spaces in which to meet, work and enjoy great coffee and food. its Northern Quarter location is as Scandi as you like, with big, communal wooden tables, exposed brickwork and arty prints on the walls. One of Takk’s major draws is its artisan coffee, which is a single origin coffee from Finca Miravalle in El Salvador (though it does feature guest espresso from some of the best roasters in Europe and further afield too)."

"TAKK, 6 Tariff Street, Northern Quarter, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 2FF - Visit now. You may know Takk as a coffee hang-out, but this Icelandic-inspired spot is also a great place to enjoy a working lunch. Check out the satisfying range of Mediterranean sandwiches, flaky pastries and chunks of cake on offer throughout the day."

"Takk is a Scandinavian coffee shop very famous for the Nordic style espresso. This is one of the best options among Manchester cafés northern quarter. The ambience reflects the exact Scandinavian theme, where lightning and interior are correctly chosen to make you feel cosy."

"An elaborate vine leaf design, reminiscent of Grimm’s fairy tale illustrations, leads the way up a stairwell to a narrow double doorway in the same red-violet hue that gives access to the café – a large attic filled with wooden tables and all the ambiance of a monastery refectory. The barrier between stranger and friend is often lost here, over delicious and affordable food."

"When you think of Liverpool’s great vegetarian cafes, Egg is always up there, alongside the much missed Mello Mello. A hike up the stairs on Newington, just off Bold Street, Egg is still well worth a visit. With quirky decor, open mic nights, poetry readings and a set menu so hearty you’ll be taking pudding home in a doggy bag, it’s a Liverpool institution."

"The Egg Vegetarian Cafe is a premier vegetarian and vegan restaurant in the city. All the menus that they have are plant-based and are sourced locally. They offer a wide array of meals and sides from breakfast, all-day favourites, soup, desserts and many others."

"Burgess Cafe Bar at IABF, International Anthony Burgess Foundation, Engine House, Chorlton Mill, 3 Cambridge Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 5BY - Visit now. If you have a more literary bent, head over to the small but perfectly-formed café at the International Anthony Burgess Foundation. Refreshingly free of distractions (background music is a no-no), this is the ideal place to sit and read a book amongst like-minded people."

"Situated in the heart of Manchester city centre, Manchester Art Gallery mixes history with contemporary fine art to bring us the best exhibitions and collections. The gallery is also famous for its 19th century British paintings and Pre-Raphaelite works. This gallery is great for any art and design students as the variety of work on exhibition is of such a wide variety to suit any artistic style."

"Come to Manchester Art Gallery, conveniently nestled in the centre of the city, if you want to take a walk through Manchester’s art history. Here you will find works that go back to the pre-Raphaelite period as well as works by famous local artists like Lowry (see more below). It’s most certainly one of the best things to do in Manchester if you love a big slice of culture."

"For an interesting and fun day out for the whole family, head to the Manchester Art Gallery. There is so much to see and do, especially for families, including workshops, story bags and also baby changing facilities. Perfect for an hour’s visit or a full day, you’ll see the stunning collection of fine and decorative art."

"The Museum of Liverpool reflects the city's global significance through its unique geography, history and culture. Visitors can explore how the port, its people and their creative and sporting history have shaped the city. The museum opened on 19 July 2011 in a purpose-built landmark building on Liverpool's famous waterfront."

"Also on the Albert Dock is the Merseyside Maritime Museum, which houses a variety of objects associated with the social and commercial history of the port of Liverpool. The exhibition “Titanic and Liverpool: The Untold Story” features artifacts from the famous ship, and tells the story of its links to the city. Like the rest of the exhibits at the museum, entry to this is completely free."

"Discover Liverpool’s status as a British port city at the Merseyside Maritime Museum. Its three exhibition floors reveal the city’s nautical history, from its role in both World Wars to its darker past as a slaving port, as well as waterfront views of the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Royal Albert Dock and its industrial architecture."

"A museum built on the role of Liverpool in Trans-Atlantic Slave trade, the Merseyside Maritime Museum is perhaps one of the most heart-touching museums in the country. The exhibits all showcase the city’s rich sailing story with plenty of articles to read and interactive exhibits perfect for children."

"The Townhouse is luxury boutique hotel, situated within the Roman walls with its own 1699 Brasserie, where you can enjoy scrumptious food in relaxed surroundings. Serious cake lovers will love their Afternoon Tea, which includes an array of tarts, cakes, macarons and scones, plus two hours of free-flowing Prosecco to wash it all down with if you fancy!. Afternoon Tea £18.95pp, Sparkling Afternoon Tea £23.95, Bottomless Afternoon Tea £29.95pp"

"Located inside the Townhouse Hotel, this stunning restaurant is inspired by the year the hotel was built. You can dine throughout the day and into the evening on a varied menu offering a taste of the very best local Cheshire ingredients. It's been described on TripAdvisor as 'Chester's Best Kept Secret'."

"In the heart of the city centre, Courtyard Bar and Kitchen is a great place to eat and drink with friends.The floor-to-ceiling windows in the restaurant give outstanding views of St George’s Hall and Lime Street Plateau while downstairs in the bar you can choose to drink inside or out on the newly..."