The Best Cafes in Leigh, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom (2025)

Nice atmosphere and good food, although a bit pricey. Pleasant staff. I had the steak sandwich which was ok, but only a very thin slice of meat, and the pesto overpowered most of the other flavours. Chorizo hash was a good option though

My daughter and I visited for the first time today and we thoroughly enjoyed our experience. The staff are super friendly and the drinks were delicious. We foolishly ordered two lots of different topped pancakes to share. They looked and tasted incredible but were impossible to finish. We have them boxed up for later if we have room. The photos online do not give credit for the sheer size of a portion. They were amazing. We will go back but will order pancakes to share next time.

This is a hidden gem, I only knew about this place as a friend recommended it. Get there early as it fills up fast! Also it's dog friendly making it perfect. A very warm welcome on arrival by the staff and they recommend a new dish. I went with the recommendation and boy I was not disappointed at all. We ordered Turkish eggs and the new dish Pesto eggs as well as loose leaf tea and hot chocolate. Food was amazing and very flavorful would highly recommend both. They also had a selection of deserts at the counter, they looked so scrumptious and I can't wait to try them when we go next.

Excellent coffee! My flat white was hot, creamy and the coffee flavours were complex but not bitter (like some ‘chain’ coffees can be?) Shakshuka eggs with beef chilli were fantastic - spicy, rich, savoury, saucy and the sourdough toast was crisp yet soft, perfect for mopping the sauce - a brunch dish to relish every mouthful! Staff were friendly and welcoming, efficient and made me feel like a regular on my first visit here. Ambiance is good, decor ‘industrial chic’ - the perfect place for brunch or lunch, deserves every one of the five stars 🌟…. If I could give six, then I would.

What a fantastic cafe I visited for the first time today (Wednesday). It might not be the largest of cafes (4 tables inside - 16 people max and 2 tables outside), however what it might lack in size it more than makes up with the quality and price of the food and the very friendly service. My poached eggs were cooked perfectly, with a good portion of beans and great toast to go with it. I also had a very nice cappuccino. All for just £6.00. The best cafe I have visited in the Leigh and Wigan area. It was my first visit, and I can guarantee it definitely won't be my last. While I was there, it was very busy with people coming and going with take outs. I am not at all surprised.

Called in today for a large breakfast. Superbly presented and great quality. VERY GOOD VALUE FOR MONEY. Will definitely return.

Amazing meals and service everytime

Convenient place to stop for refreshments and charge the phone in the middle of the day. Friendly staff and classic food choices. The bus stop and park are super close. The atmosphere felt more suitable for take away inside. Thank you for the warm welcome.

Highly recommended Lilac Cafe,always served by polite,realiable and professional staff and always have a variety of hot and cold food available as well as served hot and cold drinks etc

£7.70 medium breakfast with a cup of coffee, nice clean food, coffee decent. Excellent service off the two young girls serving, very polite, cafe nice and clean.

Always lovely food and on this occasion I couldn't add a cold drink and I'm 8 months pregnant craving fizzy pop so I added a little note and then received this ❤ made my day thankyou xx

The food was lovely. The service was excellent and really friendly. The restaurant was a lovely and clean and relaxing atmosphere. The prices are good. Would definitely recommend 👍🏻.

Visited today with my Mum and daughter. We both ordered chicken fajitas wraps and they was so delicious! The cafe is clean, comfortable and welcoming. And all staff are very friendly. We will definitely return soon.

Lovely halloumi wrap and Luna burger with chips. Lovely friendly staff. Would go again. Was just a little chilly as the door was open but no problem. Thankyou.

Thought we should try Cafe Luna as it has not been open too long. The place is very clean with very friendly staff. The food and drinks we ordered were nice and reasonably priced. Our bill came to £16.60 for the two meals in the photos with a coffee and a juice. The cafe has music playing. I would describe it as pop music. We would prefer background music or none at all. Obviously, this is very subjective. They have a couple of tables on the pavement. The negative about this is that when people/staff smoke, the smoke drifts into the cafe. Fortunately, we had finished our food when this happened.

Just had lunch here and enjoyed it so much that I want to give it a review. I had sourdough toast with hummus, avocado, tomatoes and cress. It was so tasty and satisfying. I followed with a slice of home made lemon meringue pie. Also a glass of wine. All my friends enjoyed their meals as well. Friendly and prompt service and a cosy, vintage vibe. I'll be recommending it to everyone and will definitely be back.

Stopped in for some brunch on a late Thursday morning. We were sat quickly at a cute little table for two and given menus. Lots of food and drink options, and we opted for two breakfast items to share, along with a smoothie and a red velvet latte. Everything was absolutely delicious, and we were really happy with our experience! Would 100% recommend.

Food came out fast, food was VERY good, love the decor too. Got the sweet potato rosti and smoked salmon and my partner got the chorizo and potato dish (this was on the specialist list).

Welcoming staff , lovely cafe and coffee shop set in a small park with play area for children . Car park was within easy reach of the cafe. Called today in wet weather, will be back next year and hope for a drier day. Good value for money simple menu and fabulous coffee!

A stunning little gem nesting right in the beating heart of Pennington Park. With Shelley and her team serving up fabulous beverages and tasty snacks, you can sit and chat or just relax, winter or summer and take in the beautiful surroundings and atmosphere. Great community spirit and a must to visit any time.

First visit, food great, staff are lovely, coffee great, good prices, indoor and outdoor seating available. Dogs welcome. A little gem.

I'm the man with the red van. Were from manchester working on houses close by and this butty shop is mega let me tell u. Always friendly and look after us until the staff are throwing glass lids at us hahaha this was an accident by the way hahaha. The staff are great and food is bang on

Freshly made food made as ordered very friendly staff quick service and tasty sandwiches will visit again if in the area

Really lovely staff and if your hungry I highly recommend the munchis breakfast wrap. 😋

Best sandwich in leigh ..everything I'd so fresh ..beautiful cakes as well 😋

Erin's team is fantastic always helpful and full of joy. Always looking very smart and cleaning all the time the food and drinks are very good and reasonable priced. I love coming to this shop when in the market it's my favourite place for a coffee. All the staff are wonderful. I would recommend anyone visiting Leigh to visit this friendly place for a brew and a chat.

Really good here, I started to go since it got a revamp, coffee’s are great, 10x better than the Costa in spinning gate. My favourite is the iced mocha, which is made with ice cream, nice weekend treat. The takeaway breakfast deal is really good value for money and proper bacon too unlike Costa. It would be great if the breakfast deal was also for sitting in, for those that want to come and work whilst having a coffee. Staff are all great, especially that Adam, friendly and top quality coffees.

I travel up and down the country due to my job. I'm in different cafés daily and I have to say there really is levels to the game. The drinks, the service and the cleanliness of the establishment is fantastic. The staff and management are very very attentive and their positivity is infectious. I go to the big chains and they have lost there touch. Please please open a branch in Chester.

Great coffee and cakes. Staff are so pleasant. A lovely place to stop and have a chat. Definitely the best in town. Thank you.

I am an Uber Eats driver and have picked up from Mia’s a few times, and can honestly say that this is always my favourite place to collect from. Always very friendly and smiling. Picked up from there this morning (it was cold outside) and was even offered a hot drink. As a delivery driver, not many places offer such kindness and friendliness , most just ignore you. Thank you Mia’s for being so friendly and always smiling. I am sure the food is amazing too, if I ever need a full English - first place I’d go is Mia’s. Keep up the good work. Xxxx

Love this place! Great breakfasts, lovely friendly staff, they keep me supplied with plenty of tea!

Order on Uber eats from Mia’s is fast hot and delicious!! Never fails to impress us! Loads to choose from Absolutely brilliant cafe

Good breakfast nice brew. Friendly staff...

Food was amazing service was a 100% would be the first place I go to anytime I'm up that way appreciate it lads thank yous very much best burgers in the world