Best Cafes in Leicestershire (2025)

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Top-Rated Cafes & Coffee Shops in Leicestershire

Leicester Coffee House Company

110 Granby St, Leicester LE1 1DL, UK

4.8 (331 reviews)

P: 07772 258728

2nd visit here, passing by and decided to stop in as opposed to a previous takeaway. Excellent place! Served promptly with a choice of coffee and milk, a cortado with their Brazilian coffee had the perfect bitter fruit taste ratio. Beans I believe are roasted and ground on site, and you can certainly feel this within the industrial feel of the shop. Some independents attempt this, but here it’s spot on! Warm friendly and the feel of a traditional coffee shop! Highly recommend!

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Have watched this place grow from the start. A super coffee 'geek level in a good way' roaster owner and barista creates wonderful coffees as ethically and community supportive as possible. Doing it right you could say. You'll find all this out for yourself if your lucky and it's not too busy and you can have a chat. I think his partner keeps him in check and makes sure everything is running as it should. They have a guest artist barista just now. Great looking and tasting coffees and always busy with regulars.......update since first writing..Revisited and was reminded how bloomin great the cakes are too. Homemade with love and attention by afore mentioned partner. 😁

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Great coffee shop near the train station. Friendly staff and excellent choice of coffee. Great atmosphere. The banana and chocolate loaf was great.

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

If you love coffee you have to try Leicester coffee house! They roast their own beans and use good milk and you can really tell it's good quality coffee. The baked goods are also lovely, my daughter loved the vegan choc cake and I love the carrot cake. We moved to Leic from London which had some great coffees and searched for ages for a decent coffee shop here and this has to be the best we've had! I just wish we lived closer so we could get it more often :D

Anonymous - 8 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

A wonderful coffee shop, and coffee is flavorful and the taste of the American chain coffee shops cannot be compared to it at all. Two types of coffee beans are offered to choose from.And they change beans every week. The baristas take their coffee seriously, and even the takeaway coffee comes with the latter art.although I shook the pull apart after two steps.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Delivery
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Live Music
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Sainsbury's Local - 55m away
  • Kayal - 43m away
  • Greggs - 19m away
  • Santhi Restaurant - 34m away
  • Herb - 45m away
La Forêt Café

11 King St, Leicester LE1 6RH, UK

4.8 (221 reviews)

P: 07898 007227

Comfortable and quaint little cafe, great spot to grab a quick drink and have a chat. The lemon drizzle cake was delightful and the facilities were clean, I was really happy with the bathroom facilities as well. Thank you for the lovely food and lovely energy!

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

We happened to choose a super busy time so we waited a little while for the food. But it was totally worth it. I had the Chocolate and Blueberry Pancakes - one of my go-tos. Lovely, light fluffy pancakes, plenty of chocolate sauce and fruit. My partner went for his go-to; the vegetarian full English. He was also very happy. Lovely food, polite and friendly staff. Would definitely recommend. 🥰

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

I found this place for the 1st time yesterday with Middle Eastern, Mediterranean & contemporary English deli classics including a range of vegetarian & vegan classics all prepared superbly with the freshest ingredients. The location was petite, however the ambience was fresh, clean, & beautiful, with simple but effective artistic details wherever you looked. The staff were kind, attentive & friendly, & the food excellently prepared. Myself & my friend ate lunch as well as coffee, however it looked some appetising, we immediately tucked in when it arrived & didn't stop to photograph anything. I had the egg Florentine which I appreciated due to having a Florentine grandmother on my mother's side. While I waited for my friend, I did photograph my cappucino & the refreshing mint & lime water that was available for free. These guys deserve 5 stars all round, no doubt I will be returning again. Thank you! 😎👌🏼✌🏼☕😁

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

I love this place. The food is always great, fresh and the owners are so friendly and attentive. The freshness of the food is just the perfect combination of that treat out and the healthy option we should make. Consistently great coffee, which is always a plus. Not to forget the cakes and fresh bakes! You can just taste the authenticity of the ingredients in the flavours, also amazing flavour combinations! Overall this is lovely to go to. There is a step to enter however but there is outdoor seating for those lovely days you want to sit outside.

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Whenever I'm in Leicester I always make sure I visit here, the staff are always so friendly and welcoming the food is absolutely incredible, oat mocha is delicious! Highly recommend!!

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Tesco Express - 60m away
  • The Basement - 30m away
  • NCP Leicester Welford Road - 218m away
  • Sophy. - 39m away
  • Leicester Adult Education - 53m away
Casablanca café

186 Uppingham Rd, Leicester LE5 0QG, UK

4.8 (217 reviews)

P: 0116 276 8260

Never had better pastries. This wonderful family owned cafe is so amazing. The pastries are so fresh and full of flavour. Could not stop ordering! Staff are so nice especially this sweet woman who owns it with her husband. I was blown away by this food. Please come here. You will not regret it. The baklava was to die for. The beef pastry and Moroccan pizza are so fresh and we’re so good I ordered for take out as well. The baklava was so sweet and crunchy and fresh. The staff were so friendly and literally the best cafe I’ve ever been too. I love this place so much. The food you will not be a one to stop eating.

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

If you're looking for a warm and welcoming dining experience that feels just like home, Casablanca is the perfect place to visit. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with kindness and hospitality that immediately sets the tone for a memorable meal The food is absolutely incredible! With authentic flavors that transport you straight to Morocco, every dish is a delight. Whether you're craving a traditional Moroccan breakfast, a hearty English breakfast, or their signature authentic tagine, you're in for a treat. The quality of the food is matched by its affordability-reasonable prices make this gem even more Appealing The ambiance has a nostalgic and comforting vibe that makes you want to stay longer. Every detail-from the decor to the service— feels thoughtfully curated to create a relaxing and enjoyable experience. If you're in the mood for delicious food and a homey atmosphere, I can't recommend Casablanca enough. It's perfect for anyone who wants an authentic Moroccan culinary experience or simply a cozy, satisfying meal. Don't miss out on this hidden treasure!

Anonymous - a week ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Cosy and popular Moroccan food spot, staff are very friendly and welcoming. The atmosphere is lovely too. Theres lots of freshly made baklava and goods to buy. We really enjoyed our food, I particularly liked the lamb roll and spiced chai. We will definitely be coming back!

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

At lest once a week I have to come to Casablanca cafe, I am sooo crazy after Harira and Chicken burger with Harisa 🍔 Wooooow the way they make the burger sooooo unique no where else make it in whole uk

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

The food was fantastic amazing breakfast and i would definitely would recommend if you love an english breakfast. The only downside was the 10 minute wait. Its a great family owned business with a great atmosphere and i will definitely be visiting again

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Brunch
  • Takeout
  • Delivery
  • Children' Menu
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Parking Options:
  • Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Pak Foods - 44m away
  • Iceland Supermarket Leicester - 67m away
  • Greggs - 110m away
  • Cake Box Leicester (Uppingham Rd) - 37m away
  • Subway - 272m away
Bread & Honey

15 King St, Leicester LE1 6RN, UK

4.8 (169 reviews)

P: Not available

Beautiful bakes and coffee here and I noted some incredibly stuffed sandwiches in the fridges which looked to be excellent quality. Bread & Honey is located in one of the nicest areas of the city core with plenty of seats for people watching. You can buy the delicious Monmouth coffee they use here as beans and they will even grind it to your preference. Friendly staff just ensures your visit here is an enjoyable one.

Anonymous - 6 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

There are lots of coffee shops in Leicester and some are pretty good. Then there's Bread and Honey, without doubt Leicester's very best. The coffee here is next level compared to anywhere else in the city. The Monmouth beans they use are stunning and each coffee is made perfectly. They also sell a good selection of coffee beans too. They bake a lot of their cakes and make fresh sandwiches every day. The sausage and bacon sandwiches are fantastic and very large. Great soups, great salads, great place!

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Went in today with my daughter and her friend after collecting their A-level results and asked the man who worked there if there was any discount for the students on their results day - the owner very kindly brought over three free delicious cakes and said to enjoy and celebrate! What a very generous and kind man! The coffee and hot chocolate were amazing too! Definitely recommend

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

A great place for early bird,they are opening form 7am! They have amazing coffee (except the plastic straws are so fragile).And I am really enjoying the hand made banana loaf,they are not too sweet,and you can taste the fresh banana flavor.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely place with friendly staff. Had tuna mayo sandwich which was really fresh on lovely bread. The banana loaf cake was excellent as well.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Brunch
  • Takeout
  • Good for Children
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Tesco Express - 71m away
  • NCP Leicester Welford Road - 208m away
  • The Basement - 28m away
  • Sophy. - 28m away
  • Leicester Adult Education - 61m away
Nomad Bistro Cafe LTD

82 Manitoba Rd, Leicester LE1 2FT, UK

4.8 (217 reviews)
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P: 0116 251 5354

Owner is very friendly, always welcomes you with a smile, food has always been fresh and wonderful 😋 . we always get their panini, it's so delicious that our extended family come down too after having it with us one time( p.s they leave out of town)

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

I can tell you that nomad's cafe Panini is the best in the city.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Good food and great customer service 👌

Anonymous - 11 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Best Service and best ever cappuccino and latte in LEICESTER!!!! You need to have a Cappuccino in this place. Trust me you will NEVER try another Coffee shop again!!!!

Anonymous - a week ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Amazing service. Very friendly. And their Panini's so tasty... Definitely best Panini's in Leicester.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Brunch
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Parking Options:
  • Free Parking Lot
  • Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
  • AlFurqan Centre (Masjid AlFurqan) - 121m away
  • Taylor Road Primary School - 158m away
  • Shirdi SaiBaba Temple Leicester - 340m away
  • Lidl - 442m away
  • Yours Supermarket - 318m away
Malt Mill Coffee and Bakery

Malt Mill Bank, Barwell, Leicester LE9 8GS, UK

4.8 (104 reviews)

P: 07852 757289

Our favourite cafe !! Lovely place with eclectic setting and the food is amazing! They do themed nights every now and then and they never disappoint. Can’t rate this place enough ! It’s lovely we have somewhere local to go to where they know our name and it’s dog friendly so always a puppacino for the dog . Paul and Donna really have brightened our little corner in Barwell 🤩

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

There's not enough stars for how amazing this place is. We come every Friday after work for lunch. The pancakes are to die for. So fluffy! Chris the chef is an artist. The decor is gorgeous. The service is just incredible. Rhia makes everyone feel welcome and like you've known her for years!

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Such a lovely cafe to go too. So friendly and accommodating for my gluten free needs. Lovely staff, made to feel so welcome. Food is absolutely beautiful. Highly recommended

Anonymous - 9 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Fantastic brunch. Allows dogs, great service, friendly staff and such a tasty menu. Would recommend the hummus, mushrooms and add the poached eggs. The coffee here is gorgeous and we loved the decor. Thoroughly recommend, thank you.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Brunch
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Co-operative Food - 24m away
  • Barwell Fish Bar - 27m away
  • Blacksmiths Arms - 48m away
  • Barwell Chef's - 74m away
  • Roxies Animal Rescue - 65m away
Kings Coffee House

2 Upper King St, Leicester LE1 6XE, UK

4.8 (82 reviews)

P: 0116 473 5405

We had 2 really nice toasties (including a lovely vegan toastie) and iced tea in a calm and welcoming atmosphere. Toilets were clean and the staff were very friendly. Clear recommendation!

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely cafe and definitely one of my favourites in Leicester. Really good coffee and love that they had dark chocolate flakes to the frothy cappuccino, rather than sugary chocolate powder. Vegan toasted sandwich is really good too, the perfect lunchtime pit stop.

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Great coffee shop close to centre of Leicester. Has a good lunch menu. I had toasted sandwich which was great with crisps and salad. Is run by volunteers and all profits go to good causes. Lots of space inside to sit.

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Very cozy place for a good cup of coffee and same pastry The service is great 🙏🏽

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

We had a lovely lunch with friends. Food was really tasty and good portions. Great selection of traybakes and hot drinks. Really love the idea of the food waste meals and the profits going to support those in need.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • HTL Church - 28m away
  • NCP Leicester Welford Road - 171m away
  • Pitman Training Leicester - 50m away
  • Student Roost - Regents Court - 118m away
  • Leicester Museum and Art Gallery - 220m away
Cafe Two Ten

210 Narborough Rd, Leicester LE3 0DL, UK

4.7 (738 reviews)
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P: 0116 233 3310

It is a very good place for easy comforting food, breakfast or lunch, the cafe has everything you want, and every meal tastes just right. It’s a local place but unlike many other local venues it is clean and friendly, comfy and pleasant. Plenty of space to sit and have own privacy too. The only people rushing around are the staff who always work very hard and make sure your table is ready for you, the bar and waiting staff, well, they never wait around, they work! Don’t feel discouraged if you wait in the queue, they can see you and once you order, you’ll get food in no time and it’s worth the money, £12-15 and you get a full plate with a coffee. I really don’t have anything negative to say, it’s not a 5 star restaurant so don’t go in with such extreme expectations, but if you want lunch, you won’t be disappointed.

Anonymous - 8 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Being the go-to cafe on the busiest road in the city for two decades takes some doing. 210 now also expanded to include a cabin in the back garden, which has extra seating. A warm welcome is the norm here, from staff that work hard to keep the many people needing feeding. This place is always very busy which is a good sign and service is always quick. Food-wise, this is geared towards quick feeding whatever the time of day. I had the veggie breakfast which was pretty good. All items cooked well. It catering beans and non-branded sauce - I kind would have liked to see a little more quality there.

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

After ordering 3 meals we were only waiting 10 minutes before the freshly cooked food came out. I had the vegetarian breakfast and it was beautiful. My 19 year old son and wife had the ciabattas and even my son couldn't finish it due to being too full. The portion sizes are fantastic.

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Molly and the team recently catered an event for me! Their food and service was absolutely incredible and I would recommend them highly.

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 5 / 5

First time today, a great little place with a secret garden and cabin in the back. It was a fabulous treat from my great neighbour. Full English breakfast for me, tasty produce. 👏

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Delivery
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Parking Options:
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Iceland Supermarket Leicester - 70m away
  • Alma Supermarket - 72m away
  • Shell - 226m away
  • Miyaki Restaurant & Bar - 42m away
  • Dhaka Deli - 39m away
La Maison Cafe (Leicester)

43 Abbey St, Leicester LE1 3TE, UK

4.7 (805 reviews)

P: 0116 431 5524

Stopped by for a quick bite on my lunch break and was amazed by the incredible food, service and atmosphere of this cafe. The staff are absolutely lovely and there was low, modern music playing in the background. Right next to NCP car park and the cafe even gave us discount on our parking ticket! Will definitely be making this cafe a regular stop by!

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Welcoming staff and importantly polite and respectful. Every table has a buzzer should you need their attention. The food was awesome, top notch and tasted delicious. We came for breakfast and ordered across the category. Coffee can be better, am sure the team will work on this. Overall good value for money and we would be back with friends!!

Anonymous - 6 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

What can I say - the best karak chai, waffles and french toast I have ever tasted! The loaded fries were amazing - very generous portions and value for money. Staff were super friendly and welcoming. Great location and atmosphere - will definitely be coming back again!

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely brunch today with my family..great food, everything was fresh and well presented. I highly recommend it. We were made welcome and the food, staff and service was excellent. Thank you.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Delivery
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Parking Options:
  • Paid Parking Lot
Nearby Landmarks:
  • TROPICAL SUPERMARKET - 4m away
  • Steak & Lounge Restaurant - 4m away
  • Yours Supermarket - 293m away
  • Haymarket Shopping Centre - 320m away
  • Dulux Decorator Centre - 64m away
Bondade

111 Queens Rd, Clarendon Park, Leicester LE2 1TT, UK

4.6 (109 reviews)

P: 07555 490648

Lovely little eatery on Queens Road. We ordered the chilli and paneer tikka and nacho loaded fries (vegan). Both dishes were well presented and tasty. Staff are friendly and polite. The menu is all vegetarian or vegan so loads of options as a vegan. Great atmosphere, very chilled. Definitely will recommend.

Anonymous - 7 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

This place is a vibe. First time visiting after passing by many times and was very impressed by the food, service, decor and friendliness of all the staff. Nothing was too much and all the dishes were fresh, tasty and interesting. Great value too, I thought. Keep up the great work. Look forward to trying out the new menu items! (P.s. students and blue light card holders get 10% off.)

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Really lovely cafe: friendly staff, great food and reasonably priced. Love that it's all vegetarian/vegan! Will be bringing my friends here for sure.

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Adorable small spot on Queens Road. We initially stopped in there as it looked quite cosy and it was pouring with rain outside. Not only was the pumpkin spiced latte amazing, but the staff members were really kind. For those who are voracious readers like me, they also had a small shelf stocked with books that customers are free to pick up and peruse. The menu looked delicious, so even though we didn't try any of the cuisine, we will definitely be returning for brunch at some point. I believe the menu is also all vegetarian/vegan.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Sainsbury's Local - 77m away
  • Geeta Bhavan - 80m away
  • Pavlos Kebabs & Pizzas - 19m away
  • Sask Optics - 23m away
  • Costa Coffee - 40m away

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