Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Rainow

"Kelham Island Museum - part of the Sheffield Industrial Museums Trust - focuses on exhibits related to Sheffield's industrial past, in particular steel and silverware from the past 300 years. Craftspeople can be seen at work in the Little Mesters workshop, while the museum's huge River Don steam engine, built in 1905 and used at one of the local steel mills, is regularly put through its paces. The museum also boasts an impressive collection of tools, along with historic vehicles."

"Lovers of history, technology and things that glisten when sharpened, a unit of the Kelham Island Museum!. This is a gem of an exhibition, with enormous metal structures and all kinds of information on industrial products such as their giant steam engine. With collections of knives, bomb casings and old school engines, this provides viewers with a meaningful look into the relation between S...Read more"

"Home Sweet Home is an inevitable address for brunch-lovers in the Northern Quarter. If you are looking for some good comfort food, you are sure to find it here. We recommend the Eggs Cali."

"With three shops across Manchester, this Icelandic-inspired independent coffee shop is definitely popular with the locals (including me!). The artisan coffee shop is another perfect spot to sit down with your laptop and get some work done while sipping away on some of the tastiest coffees in Manchester: TAKK knows their coffees. Their house roast is a single-origin coffee from Finca Miravalle in El Salvador and they feature some of the best guest-roasts from all across Europe."

"This Icelandic inspired coffee house and creative space is one of the newest additions to The Northern Quarter, and is rapidly becoming one of the most popular. The minimal design, open brickwork, old school graffitied tables and atmospheric lighting really do make you feel as though you are hiding from the cold somewhere in downtown Reykjavik. These guys know how to make the perfect coffee, and are accommodating if you require something specific – just ask."

"Nordic inspired, TAKK is the result of the founders travels throughout Scandinavia and Iceland. The slick interior and minimalist design scream quality while also an enticing level of comfort. Their house espresso is a single origin coffee from Finca Miravalle in El Salvador, while regularly featuring guest espresso from some of the best roasters in Europe and further afield."

"As the name indicates, Forge Bakehouse is a bakery, so any brunch item you're getting that involves bread will be about as fresh and tasty as it's possible to get. They do brunch with a twist, such as their Aloo Sabzi Baked Eggs. Or if you have a sweet tooth then the pictured French toast with banana, raspberry, peanut brittle, chocolate sauce, and peanut mascarpone may well be for you."

"Forge began as a humble bakery, then it branched out with a café, and now that café has monthly supper clubs, cocktails, burgers and shakes. But the star of the show will always be the bread, baked fresh every day, right next to the café. Order the Mexican-style huevos rancheros for brunch, but don’t leave without a loaf of sourdough or another treat to take home."

"Forge Bakehouse does superb breakfasts and they are very veggie and vegan-friendly. Any number of their veggie baked egg dishes, such as huevos rancheroes or aloo sabzi, can be swapped for Burmese chickpea tofu to make them vegan. Their daily one pot lunch option is almost nearly always vegan too."

"North Tea Power, 36 Tib Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M4 1LA - Visit now. Leading the way on industrial chic and high end coffee before the Northern Quarter had reached its peak, North Tea Power has been loved by Mancunians for years now. The staff still pay meticulous attention detail to the coffee, plus you can fill up on the café’s doorstopper sandwiches and sweet treats."

"North Tea Power, in the centre of Manchester, is dead easy to find. Start at the Market Street tram stop. Turn your back on the Costa and Nero that face you as you step off the tram and gird your loins when you see the Starbucks on the other side of the road."

"Alex’s Bakery is your Manchester cake shop destination for custom cakes, cupcakes, brownies, blondies, and even some English and Brazilian delicacies for afternoon tea. There are always fresh made cupcakes at Alex’s, and cakes can be custom made to suit whatever occasion you are celebrating. Alex’s Bakery is owned by Alexandra, who hails from Brazil but now calls Manchester home."

"Cake That Manchester makes it easy for you to get special cakes without breaking the bank. They give their clients a wide array of design options to choose from. They do their best to work their customers to ensure that the decoration is up to their needs."

"The terms ‘Manchester institution’ and ‘hidden gem’ are bandied about a lot, often undeservingly. This place is worthy of both descriptions. Serving authentic Indian curries, the classic This & That order is a “rice and three” - your choice of three curries heaped on a bed of rice for around a fiver."

"This & That is one of the longest-running family restaurants in Manchester. Famous for their rice with types of curry deals. Located in Northern Quarter – Manchester’s very own hip independent area – you only pay around £6 for one of these homemade authentic dishes."

"Manchester boasts a few places serving ‘rice and three’ – a hefty portion of rice teamed with no less than three curries on the side. But the original and best (£4.50) is found at This & That, a no-frills café tucked down an unassuming side street."

"Veggie & Vegan Friendly – As we’ve already stated above we’ve got a soft spot for avocado on toast and Alyssum Cafe do their own version that’s most definitely worth a visit. But before we write a whole blog on avo on toast we must draw your attention to this mouth watering mound. This is their version of a veggie Benedict; Housemade potato Rösti, sauteed herbed mushrooms, free range poached eggs, hollandaise and their own homegrown micro greens."

"A photo posted by Steph (@stephna94) on Jan 30, 2017 at 4:08am PST. With its trendy country kitchen vibe, the Greek-influenced Alyssum is a popular brunch spot, probably because it serves both a long breakfast and lunch menu all day long. No matter what you’re in the mood for, there will be something to cure your craving here."

"Sheffield has a thriving Greek and Cypriot community and Alyssum Cafe & Bistro offers them a taste of home. Located in Crookesmoor, Alyssum is one of the friendliest spots you’ll find in Sheffield. You’re more than a customer when you […]"

"Legend has it that the iconic Bakewell tart was accidentally made in the town’s local inn, when founder of The Old Original Bakewell Pudding Shop, Mrs Wilson, former tenant at the The Old Original Bakewell Pudding Shop, saw the potential these puddings had, secured the secret recipe and went underway with her businesses. Today, you can choose to dine within the superb restaurant and treat yourself to a three-course lunch or a delightful afternoon tea. For those on the go, they also have a take-away delicatessen offering a range of sandwiches, toasties, soups and salad boxes."

"The Old House Museum is housed in a building which dates back to the Tudor era, it was originally built in 1534 by Ralph Gell of Hopton Hall, its owners down the centuries have included Sir Richard Arkwright and the Duke of Devonshire. It is now a local history museum and in the care of the Bakewell Historical Society. The Rutland Arms, a large and elegant Georgian Coaching Inn, stands on the corner of Rutland Square."

"Bakewell prides itself on being the home of the Pudding, so there’s no better place to sample this delicious dessert. The Bakewell Pudding Shop freshly bakes all of their products using traditional recipes and promises you won’t find a better Pudding anywhere else."

"Why:A Bavarian beer hall in Manchester might not scream breakfast or brunch to you, but this venue in fact houses its very own bakery, meaning fresh bread and pastries whenever you visit. Each day brings its own unique artisan loaf, with the weekends being reserved for an olive and thyme fougasse on Saturdays, and Sundays seeing a roasted fig and hazelnut loaf on offer. For a sweeter start to the day indulge in a morning bun which is made from croissant dough doused in cinnamon sugar and hot chocolate sauce."

"One of the most traditional Instagrammable places in Manchester is Albert Schloss. Albert Schloss has a fabulous storefront decorated with Wisteria and I can guarantee you, that you won’t miss the restaurant, as there is always a group of people taking photos of this incredibly beautiful Instagrammable restaurant in Manchester. Albert Schloss is a German restaurant as you might guess from the name, so expect the German menu and some really great desserts."

"11 Stephenson Place | Town Centre, Chesterfield S40 1XL, EnglandTakeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Reservations, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Credit CardsBritish, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options, Vegan OptionsBreakfast, Lunch, BrunchHK$55 - HK$102+44 1246 205111"

"In the Porter Brook Valley, you’ll find the grinding hulls of an age-old industry. Sheffield is of course well-known for its knife grinding industry. Experience just how the jobs were done hundreds of years ago."

"Shepherd Wheel, Whiteley Woods, Off Hangingwater Road, S11 2YE. Open Saturday-Sunday and bank holiday Monday 10am-4pm (summer) / 11am-3pm (winter). Check updated opening hours in June 2021"

"Home to two of Europe's top football teams - Man City and Man United - Manchester is a great place to pay homage to the country's favorite sport. First stop should be the National Football Museum. This football shrine features fascinating memorabilia related to the sport, including such gems as the very first rulebook, as well as historic trophies and clothing."

"Six storeys dedicated to the beautiful game, taking in footballing greats, the history of the game, the chance to lift some trophies, games and football challenges, an exhibition about the 1966 World Cup and a learning zone. Guided tours are available…"