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The burger menu anchors the savoury offering, with each option served in a toasted brioche bun alongside skin-on fries. The brunch burger stands out as the signature build — a six-ounce beef patty stacked with crispy bacon, a golden hash brown, melted cheese, and caramelised onion chutney that pulls the whole thing together into something rich, indulgent, and unmistakably brunch. The double burger pairs two beef patties with that same sweet-sharp chutney for a heavier hit, while a grilled halloumi burger loaded with roasted vegetables provides a satisfying vegetarian alternative that holds its own against the meat-led options.

On the lighter side, a generous range of salad bowls starts from a vibrant base of seasonal leaves, cucumber, tomato, and red onion, finished with houmous, olives, and toasted pita bread. The Mediterranean falafel bowl layers crispy falafel over that colourful foundation — a standout pick for plant-based diners looking for substance as well as freshness. Chicken gyros arrive with perfectly crispy fries on the side, a dish that draws regular praise and keeps locals coming back through the door. Cakes and sweet treats fill the counter too, with options like orange cake topped with cream and a drizzle of chocolate providing a tempting finish.

The specialty coffee programme is the real draw here, and the cortado has gained a reputation as one of the finest in the area — smooth, balanced, and precisely pulled.

Chai latte arrives in a rustic ceramic mug dusted with cinnamon, warming and fragrant enough to justify a visit on its own. A classic latte served in a tall glass and a straight espresso round out the core lineup, with a wider range of hot drinks likely available beyond what the current menu confirms.

No alcohol is served. The focus stays squarely on daytime drinking done well — specialty coffee, warming spiced drinks, and the kind of unhurried morning pace that suits the neighbourhood.

Floor-to-ceiling glass spans the full width of the building, flooding the single-room interior with natural light from Lidgett Lane. White-painted brick lines both walls, keeping the space bright and airy while the original texture shows through beneath the paint. The effect is fresh and open rather than dark or industrial — this is a cafe built for long, unhurried mornings. Overhead, clusters of Edison-bulb pendants hang in groups rather than singly, their warm amber glow softened by trailing greenery and cascading plants that thread through the fixtures and across the ceiling, creating a lush garden-cafe feel that draws the eye upward.

The left side of the room is set with dark metal dining chairs around wooden rectangular tables — simple and unfussy. Along the right wall, a banquette bench runs the length of the space, scattered with colourful cushions in purple, blue, and warmer tones that add a splash of personality against the white brick. It feels personal rather than designed. Background music plays softly, and dogs are welcome — water bowls and treats provided.

A stylized white vinyl window graphic of two figures sharing coffee marks the exterior, sitting on the red-orange brick facade alongside “COFFEE SHOP” and “Breakfast / Brunch / Lunch” lettering on the glass. Outside, a couple of small round tables with dark metal chairs sit on a paved area bounded by a low stone wall — pavement-side seating facing a quiet residential street lined with trees and parked cars. On a warm day, it is the kind of spot where you settle in and lose track of time.

Lidgett Lane sits in the Roundhay and Gledhow area of north-east Leeds, a leafy residential neighbourhood well away from the city centre bustle. The cafe is near Chandos Park and Gledhow Avenue Post Office, with Roundhay Park — one of the largest city parks in Europe — just a short walk or drive north. Street Lane and its independent shops are also close by.

Street parking is available directly on Lidgett Lane and the surrounding residential roads — this is a quiet suburb, so finding a space is rarely a problem outside school hours.

Monday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Walk off your brunch with a stroll through Roundhay Park, where lakeside paths, Tropical World gardens, and over 700 acres of green space sit just a few minutes from the café. It is one of the finest urban parks in the country and the natural next step after a morning on Lidgett Lane.

For a different coffee experience in the same neighbourhood, Kofi&Co in Roundhay brings its own take on specialty brews in a relaxed setting. If the afternoon calls for something more substantial, The Roundhay Fox serves pub classics just up the road.