
Blanco Lounge
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About Blanco Lounge
Blanco Lounge is a restaurant in Bolton and part of The Loungers chain, set upstairs in the centre block of Middlebrook retail park at Unit 21a. Dedicated gluten-free and vegan menus run alongside the main one, so guests with those dietary needs have a full set of choices of their own, and vegetarian options are available too. The main menu spans all day breakfasts, burgers, flatbreads and tapas, with a Lounge Breakfast among the morning dishes. Board games and toys are on offer for guests, and dogs are welcome, with refreshments prepared for them. The restaurant shares the centre block with other restaurants. Parking is in the multistorey on the roof.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree parking lot · Free street parking · Paid parking lot
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, parking lot, restroom, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs · Kids' menu
- DietaryVegan options · Vegetarian options
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention gluten-free menu, breakfast pancakes, tapas dishes and cocktails.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention gluten-free menu, breakfast pancakes, tapas dishes and cocktails.
Customer Review Summary
Breakfast draws the most mentions, from pancakes with maple mascarpone, blueberries and fruit compote to the gluten-free Lounge Breakfast, with one reviewer noting a pot of tea that stretched to three cups. Close behind are the large gluten-free and vegan menus, where a reviewer with an allergy says it was taken seriously, plus tapas, a roasted pepper, onion and feta flatbread, and sweet potato fries. Cocktails get praise, and a work group of more than ten describes friendly service and plenty of choice. Staff are repeatedly called friendly, and quick service comes up more than once. The caveats are modest but specific. One reviewer called a coffee awful and tasteless even with an extra shot, and was offered a refund. The same reviewer was disappointed that the halloumi in the burger was breaded. Another says value could be a little better, and one mentions a mixed-up egg order on a gluten-free breakfast. Early portion and quality problems after opening are described as long gone, and one reviewer also describes help obtaining a VAT receipt from an earlier visit.
Customer Review Summary
Breakfast draws the most mentions, from pancakes with maple mascarpone, blueberries and fruit compote to the gluten-free Lounge Breakfast, with one reviewer noting a pot of tea that stretched to three cups. Close behind are the large gluten-free and vegan menus, where a reviewer with an allergy says it was taken seriously, plus tapas, a roasted pepper, onion and feta flatbread, and sweet potato fries. Cocktails get praise, and a work group of more than ten describes friendly service and plenty of choice. Staff are repeatedly called friendly, and quick service comes up more than once. The caveats are modest but specific. One reviewer called a coffee awful and tasteless even with an extra shot, and was offered a refund. The same reviewer was disappointed that the halloumi in the burger was breaded. Another says value could be a little better, and one mentions a mixed-up egg order on a gluten-free breakfast. Early portion and quality problems after opening are described as long gone, and one reviewer also describes help obtaining a VAT receipt from an earlier visit.
Featured reviews
- Valerio Scire
“We had a fantastic work meal at Blanco Lounge in Horwich with a large group of more than 10 people, and we couldn’t have been happier with the experience. The food was delicious, beautifully presented, and there was plenty of choice for everyone. Despite being a large group, the service was excellent throughout the evening. The staff were friendly, attentive, and very accommodating, making sure everyone was looked after and that everything ran smoothly. The atmosphere was relaxed, lively, and welcoming, which made it the perfect setting for a work get-together. Everyone in our group thoroughly enjoyed the food, drinks, and overall experience. A big thank you to all the staff for making our evening so enjoyable. We would definitely come back and highly recommend Blanco Lounge for both group meals and casual dining!”
- Tenzing Wongpo
“Had such a lovely experience at Blanco! 😊 Edyta was absolutely wonderful — really warm, attentive and genuinely lovely throughout our visit. Her customer service was excellent and she made us feel really welcome. She also went the extra mile and helped me get a VAT receipt from my visit last week, which I really appreciated. It’s the little things like this that make such a difference. Really lovely service from Edyta and a great experience overall. ⭐️”
- Adam Crolla
“Popped in here for breakfast. We had pancakes, I had the fruity option and my husband had the bacon option. They were both very nice. I don’t know if they were in-house pancakes or bought in Scotch Pancakes but they were good, and the maple mascarpone and blueberries were lovely, with a really excellent fruit compote! We had an orange juice and a pot of tea, the tea was by Clifton, which was very pleasant instead of one of the generic brands, and I got a good 3 cups out of the pot! Staff were friendly and warm, and the place itself has a wonderful chilled out and comfortable vibe. Very nice way to start the day!”
- Samantha Richards
“This is a really great place for food and drinks wether it's morning, lunch or cocktails in the evening. The staff are so friendly attentive and helpful, cannot possibly do any more for you. This has to be one of my favourite food places on the retail park by far. Definitely try the food you will not be disappointed. Love love love this place”
- Natalie Jasmin
“Lots of tasty dishes to choose from, big vegan menu too. They have tapas too, and a deal for under £15 for three tapas dishes. quick friendly service, clean and tidy inside and out”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“Blanco Lounge is a home-from-home, offering tasty food and drinks available all day, every day. Our unique atmosphere changes hour by hour with each wave of new customers, and we exist to bring people together and ensure every customer leaves happy. We are able to offer dedicated gluten-free and vegan menus, as well as board games, toys and even refreshments for our canine guests. Whatever your age, we've got something for you!”
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dine-in
- Good for kids
Show more amenities
- Vegan options
- Bar onsite
- Cozy
- Onsite services
- Beer
- Coffee
- Offerings· 8
- Alcohol
- Cocktails
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
- Atmosphere· 2
- Casual
- Trendy
- Family-friendly· 2
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
- Dining options· 7
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Accessibility· 3
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Highlights· 5
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
- Crowd· 2
- Groups
- Tourists
- Parking· 4
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Parking
- Pet-friendly· 1
- Dogs allowed outside
Location
Restaurants near Blanco Lounge
- wagamama bolton4.51,2280 mi£20–30Outdoor seatingVegan optionsVegetarian options
duck don, curry chicken rice, allergy-careful handling
- Las Iguanas - Bolton4.81,0030 mi£10–50Outdoor seatingVegan optionsVegetarian options
chicken enchiladas, £10 lunch offer, tacos
- 1.2 mi
beef wellington, slow-roasted pork belly, smoking tractor cocktail
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blanco LoungeOutdoor seating · Vegan options · Vegetarian options | 4.6145 | — | £10–20 | gluten-free menu, breakfast pancakes, tapas dishes |
| wagamama boltonOutdoor seating · Vegan options · Vegetarian options | 4.51,228 | 0 mi | £20–30 | duck don, curry chicken rice, allergy-careful handling |
| Las Iguanas - BoltonOutdoor seating · Vegan options · Vegetarian options | 4.81,003 | 0 mi | £10–50 | chicken enchiladas, £10 lunch offer, tacos |
| Garden Of Ewe - Restaurant and Bar | 4.2544 | 1.2 mi | — | beef wellington, slow-roasted pork belly, smoking tractor cocktail |
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