The Lincolnite readers ranked their favourite cafes and coffee shops in the city, and local people have championed independent businesses in abundance.
More than 300 people took part in a fun 24-hour vote on The Lincolnite’s Facebook page, each suggesting their favourite tea and coffee haunts.
Tuck yourself in with a hot cup of Joe, and plan your next cosy cafe call with the top 15 most recommended shops in the city:
Recently under new ownership, Coffee Bobbins is a cosy and very popular tea room at the base of Steep Hill. On the menu is a selection of light lunches, homemade cakes (which often gain window attention for their size and creative decorations), teas and coffees. Coffee Bobbins was the most voted-for business by The Lincolnite readers.
The Angel is one of the most interesting coffee shop settings in the city, situated within an old vestry hall. It boasts a small menu of freshly made light bites accompanied by baked goods from local bakeries. It claims on its Facebook page to be the friendliest coffee shop in Lincoln!
Bar Unico
Bar Unico owner Giovanni. Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
Sneak Peek: The Gelato selection at Bar Unico. Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite.
Bar Unico is an authentic, family-run bar bringing classic Italian coffee, light lunches and sweets to Lincoln. On the menu is freshly-made biscotti, pastries, gelato, pizza by the slice and more!
200 Degrees is one of the latest additions to the Lincoln coffee scene, opening its first shop and barista school in the spring of 2019. It’s located in the newly redeveloped Cornhill Quarter and offers breakfast and lunch as well as its signature coffee, roasted at… you’ve guessed it, 200 degrees!
Coffee Aroma
Photo: Coffee Aroma
The owner of Coffee Aroma has recently put the business up for sale.
This rabbit warren of a coffee shop has won numerous awards, including 2nd place in the Guardian’s Best 10 Coffee Shops in the UK. As well as speciality coffees, it serves light bites, cakes, beer, wine, spirits and soft drinks.
The Garden Tea Room serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinks and coffee. It’s also available for parties and boasts a quaint conservatory setting for a number of tables.
Peony Tea Parlour
Jade Hawkins. Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
Peony Tea Parlour on Burton Road in Lincoln. Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
Peony Tea Parlour is the new sister cafe to The Garden Tea Room in North Hykeham. It’s situated on Burton Road in uphill Lincoln and boasts a friendly vintage theme. Owner Jade Hawkins previously spoke to The Lincolnite about her second cafe, which pays tribute to one of her favourite flowers. It sells cakes, sandwiches, wraps and bagels, as well as a range of tea and coffee.
Grand Coffee House
The Grand Coffee House at Lincoln Central bus station. Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
The Grand Coffee House opened alongside the city’s new bus station and provides the perfect refreshment service to commuters. It serves hot and cold drinks, light bites, pastries and sandwiches.
Caffe Portico
Photo: Cafe Portico
Where: The Terrace, Grantham Street, Lincoln, LN2 1BD
Caffe Portico is tucked behind upper High Street and is popular for its events, and pizza nights every Friday. It gained a spot in the top 15 for its coffee, but you can also enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and more and the multi-cultural cafe.
Daisy Made Farm
Photo: Steve Smailes
Where: Lincoln Road, Skellingthorpe, Lincoln, LN6 5SA
Daisy Made is famous for its real dairy ice cream, made fresh on the farm. But its cafe also sells a range of delicious hot drinks and meals. There’s plenty of entertainment nearby too including the Daisy Made cows, play area and crazy golf.
The Tudor High Bridge cafe is one of Lincoln’s most iconic buildings. It was built over the River Witham circa 1160, the only bridge in England with buildings still upon it. High Bridge sells a range of coffees from Lincoln business Stokes, as well as whole and grounds beans to take home. There’s plenty on the menu if you’re peckish too.
Also check out the Stokes cafe at The Lawn, where the Lincoln company operates from.
The Stokes cafe at The Lawn. Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
Madame Waffle
Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
The upstairs area of the waffle bar, overlooking High Street. Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
Madame Waffle offers a variety of sweet and savoury waffle dishes alongside speciality coffee from Square Mile Roasters London and fresh loose leaf teas. There’s also a selection of freshly-made pure fruit juices on the menu.
This is not just coffee. It’s craft and coffee! The Craftea Cafe serves delicious tea, coffee and light bites and hosts regular craft clubs and classes.
Rising Cafe
Rising Cafe is located in the Alive Church on Newport, Lincoln
Pimento is a vegetarian and vegan tea room in the popular Steep Hill area of Lincoln. It’s a popular destination for visitors interested in historical artictecturhe in uphill Lincoln. The sitting room is built on top of a Roman wall! Pimento serves breakfast, lunch, drinks and coffee — all vegetarian.
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The 2024 Lincolnshire Business Excellence Awards are now open for nominations, seeking to spotlight outstanding businesses within the Greater Lincolnshire area.
Hosted by Stonebow Media, the publisher behind The Lincolnite and the MyLocal platform, this prestigious event is designed to honour the achievements of the regional business community.
Thanks to the headline sponsorship from the University of Lincoln Enterprise & Research department, the Lincolnshire Business Excellence Awards are a unique opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate the contributions of local enterprises.
The awards are also sponsored by Ringrose Law, Duncan & Toplis, Sills & Betteridge and Pearson Hydraulics. A small number of sponsorship opportunities remain available. Contact [email protected] to discuss partnerships.
Businesses can nominate themselves across eleven awards categories:
The deadline for nominations is May 24, with the judges’ deliberation lunch set for May 29.The judging panel includes business experts and professionals from Lincolnshire and event sponsors.
The Lincolnshire Business Excellence Awards 2024 gala will take place at the Engine Shed on July 12, 2024.
Enhance profile & credibility: Securing an award or being shortlisted acts as a powerful endorsement, signaling trustworthiness to potential customers and helping to distinguish your business from competitors. Displaying the award on your communications can significantly boost your brand’s perception.
Insightful focus & feedback: The application process encourages deep reflection on your business strategy and direction, offering invaluable feedback and clarity, even for new ventures.
Team confidence boost: Recognition from the awards can significantly uplift your team’s morale, affirming the value and potential of your business in the eyes of industry experts.
Marketing & PR boost: Being associated with the awards, even as a nominee, can enhance brand visibility, providing ample content opportunities for social media and other marketing channels.
Networking opportunities: The awards connect you with local business leaders and experts, offering a platform to seek advice, share ideas, and foster future partnerships. The ceremony itself is an excellent occasion for networking with peers and celebrating mutual successes.
Potential to win: Entering offers a chance to win and gain all the associated benefits, but even without taking home a trophy, the process can yield significant advantages for your business.
A Lady Gaga loving kitten owned by a couple who run a charity for disabled pets featured on Channel 5’s The Pet Psychic.
Pet Psychic Beth Lee-Crowther comes to the aid of pet owners and in Tuesday night’s episode she met Cookie the kitten, a depressed camel, and looked at whether a dog can predict the future.
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