Lucy in the Sky Coffee Shop

A family café

The café is run by Lucy Jeffers, whose mum ran a café of almost the same name at Cavern Walks for 20 years. That family link gives it a loyal local following, and it was named in Tripadvisor's Travellers' Choice awards in 2022. The room is snug, with music playing quietly in the background. The welcome is friendly and personal, which is much of the appeal for regulars.

What's on the menu

Breakfast is the main event and runs all day: a traditional full English, a breakfast bagel, thick toast and smashed avocado with optional eggs and hash browns. At lunchtime there are sandwiches, toasties, soups and jacket potatoes, plus cakes, desserts, milkshakes and a range of coffees. Vegan options are available. Portions are generous, and the milkshakes come topped with cream and marshmallows.

When to go

It opens daytime only, so plan it as a breakfast or lunch stop. Being close to Castle Street and the Town Hall, it suits office workers on weekdays and visitors exploring the commercial district at weekends. Space is tight at busy times, so a buggy may be awkward around the peak. Afterwards, walk to the Town Hall and Castle Street, or carry on down to the Pier Head and the waterfront, which is only a few minutes away.

Highlights

• Family-run café near Castle Street
• All-day breakfasts and brunch
• Vegan options available
• Walk-ins welcome

Good to know

• No bookings: it works on a walk-in basis.
• The space is small, so prams can be tight at busy times.
• Daytime opening only.

Frequently asked questions