Lawrence's Coffeehouse, nestled in the heart of Northampton on St Giles' Street, is more than just a coffee shop; it's a cherished local haven. Patrons rave about the warm and welcoming atmosphere, enhanced by the café's original period features. Customers like Adam Burak highlight the friendly staff and rave about the indulgent Victoria sponge cake, claiming it to be the best in town. Food lovers will appreciate the standout Greek souvlaki, a dish crafted from an authentic Cypriot family recipe, as noted by Jessica Fowkes and Lara Wink. The generous portions and exceptional quality demonstrate the chef's dedication to his craft. Whether relishing a brie and bacon bap alongside a perfectly brewed flat white or enjoying the cozy seating—ideal for intimate gatherings—Lawrence's offers a delightful culinary experience. The café's commitment to quality extends beyond its menu, as the attentive staff ensure every visit is memorable. Danni Coghill captures this sentiment, noting the lovely ambiance and inviting design. In essence, Lawrence's Coffeehouse is a delightful blend of excellent food, charming decor, and genuine hospitality, making it a must-visit spot for both locals and visitors alike.
Amenities and More
Service options
Offers kerbside pickup
On-site services available
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Has fireplace
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves coffee
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Family friendly
LGBTQ+ friendly
Transgender safe space
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Paid parking lot
Paid street parking
Pets
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed inside
Dogs allowed outside
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Reviews For Lawrence's Coffeehouse
Adam Burak
May 21,2025
This is my favourite cafe in the town, the staff is very friendly, the atmosphere is amazing and I had the best Victoria sponge cake ever! Great achievement team!
Jessica Fowkes
May 9,2025
The staff were so warm and welcoming, and it was nice to see a lot of the original period interior features had been left. We went for the Greek souvlaki, which was delicious! The chef even came out to check everything was ok, and to inform us it was his special Cypriot family recipe. A Giles Street gem!
Lara Wink
Apr 23,2025
What a lovely place, it smelt so good walking past I had to go in and I was so glad I did The chef clearly takes a lot of pride in his food, it shows, I had the souvlaki and it was excellent. The only downside was it was such generous portions there was no room for a slice of the amazing looking home made cakes. The staff were super friendly and helpful, I will definitely be back highly recommended.
Carol Henson
Mar 30,2025
I was delighted to see that Lawrence's had re-opened, having fond memories of eating here before and I wasn't disappointed. The menu was clear and easy to read, and I ordered a brie and bacon bap with a flat white coffee. Lovely well cooked bacon and, as expected from a bakery, a delicious bap.
Danni Coghill
Mar 10,2025
Lovely little coffee shop in town centre. Friendly staff, nice atmosphere, and tasty food. Good seating options in the main area with a cosy little snug that can accommodate 10-12 people for private seating too.
Lucy Yarrow
Feb 9,2025
I recommend the afternoon tea at Lawrence's. We had a lovely afternoon, the tea was delicious and very generous. We sat in the cosy snug at the back of the shop, perfect for a small group. Great service from Georgie and Jane who kept bringing fresh pots of tea. Thank you :)
Charlotte Astle
Feb 8,2025
It was a nice calming atmosphere, the food was good, and the chefs suggestion of Greek Souvlaki chicken was lovely. Would definitely come again
Tom Ball
Feb 7,2025
I loved this place. I had a great warm welcome from all the friendly staff. Opted for a fry up and it was really delicious. The chef is probably more talented than they give themselves credit for. Great ingredients and finesse, love the rock salt on mushrooms, worked so well. Was great to sit outside in the sun. Price was higher end but matched the good location and great ingredients. E.g. bacon was definitely dry cured and delicious. No complaints here. I’ve heard they do a banging souvlaki for lunch, so Im down for that next time. Give this place a try.
Reviews For Lawrence's Coffeehouse