Nellie's Cafe & Bistro
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About Nellie's Cafe & Bistro
Nellie's Cafe & Bistro is a coffee shop at 149 Chapel St in Leigh, with separate breakfast and lunch menus. The Bangladeshi Desi Breakfast comes with a pot of tea and is served until 4pm, so breakfast stays on the table well into the afternoon. The curry-focused menu is small and includes Kacha biryani. A halloumi and mushrooms dish combines halloumi, poached eggs and mushrooms with chilli oil. The cafe takes walk-ins, and dogs are welcome.
Good to know
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- ParkingFree parking lot · Free street parking · Usually plenty of parking
- Good for kidsGood for kids
- DietaryVegetarian options
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention desi breakfast, halloumi mushrooms, kacha biryani and thawa for two.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention desi breakfast, halloumi mushrooms, kacha biryani and thawa for two.
Customer Review Summary
Desi Breakfast is the dish reviewers raise most, described as freshly made and cleared from the plate, with one diner pairing it with a pot of tea. Close behind are the halloumi and mushroom plates, one praised for presentation like something from a classy restaurant, another served with poached eggs and chilli oil. Others single out the kacha biryani and the thawa for two, whose portion was more than enough. Reviewers describe a small menu where the dishes are fresh, and one says the mix of food is unlike anything else in Leigh. Many write just after the opening, noting friendly, chatty staff with some cracking banter who made them feel welcome, and several plan to return for the lunch menu or other dishes, one with the kids. Reviewers also call the food well priced, and one urges others to give it a try so it can thrive. One grandparent notes that a request for beans on toast with cheese on top, which is not on the menu, was no problem.
Customer Review Summary
Desi Breakfast is the dish reviewers raise most, described as freshly made and cleared from the plate, with one diner pairing it with a pot of tea. Close behind are the halloumi and mushroom plates, one praised for presentation like something from a classy restaurant, another served with poached eggs and chilli oil. Others single out the kacha biryani and the thawa for two, whose portion was more than enough. Reviewers describe a small menu where the dishes are fresh, and one says the mix of food is unlike anything else in Leigh. Many write just after the opening, noting friendly, chatty staff with some cracking banter who made them feel welcome, and several plan to return for the lunch menu or other dishes, one with the kids. Reviewers also call the food well priced, and one urges others to give it a try so it can thrive. One grandparent notes that a request for beans on toast with cheese on top, which is not on the menu, was no problem.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“A little gem great food great price grandson want beans on toast with cheese on top wasn't a problem even though not on menu Will definitely be back”
- Google user
“This place is exactly what leigh needs!! If you like a curry TRY THIS. The service is exceptional but the food is even better. Ive ate in, and had takeaways trying multiple dishes before writing this review. The menu is small but all the dishes are fresh and made to perfection, id personally prefer a small menu with excellent food than a massive menu with rubbish quality. Please give this place a try we need this place to thrive!”
- Google user
“Had halloumi, poached eggs and mushrooms with chilli oil, yummy. Will definitely be back.”
- Google user
“Amazing place! Newly opened, lovely flavourful food and amazing service. Would definitely recommend! We went for breakfast, will be returning to try the lunch menu!”
- Google user
“Absolutley lovely food tonight, ordered the thawa for two & the portion was more than enough. Friendly service & atmosphere, made to feel welcome. Will definetly be back.”
Highlights
“Discover a delightful culinary experience at Nellie's Cafe & Bistro, a charming spot where diverse flavours meet in the heart of Leigh. As a popular coffee shop and bistro, we pride ourselves on serving up hearty breakfasts, perfect for starting your day. Our menu also features authentic Bangladeshi dishes, offering a unique fusion of traditional cafe favourites and exotic tastes. Located on Chapel Street, it's the ideal place to relax, socialise, and enjoy a delicious meal.”
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for solo dining
- Small plates
Amenities
- Free parking lot
- Dogs allowed
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Good for kids
- Vegetarian options
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- Casual
- Coffee
- Late-night food
- Catering
- Dessert
- Solo dining
- Dining options· 6
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Seating
- Table service
- Offerings· 3
- Prepared foods
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Highlights· 1
- Great tea selection
- Crowd· 1
- Groups
- Parking· 2
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
- Pet-friendly· 2
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
Location
Coffee Shops near Nellie's Cafe & Bistro
- Astley Coffee House4.91111.8 mi
chicken tikka panini, toasted sandwiches and toasties, cakes displayed on the counter
- Caffe’ Massarella4.1552.4 miOutdoor seating
poorly made lattes, chips with meals, hot beef and pork barms
- Cup & Crumb4.32475.4 mi awayOutdoor seatingVegan options
eggs benedict, long wait for food, cakes and tarts
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nellie's Cafe & Bistro | 4.956 | — | desi breakfast, halloumi mushrooms, kacha biryani |
| Astley Coffee House | 4.9111 | 1.8 mi | chicken tikka panini, toasted sandwiches and toasties, cakes displayed on the counter |
| Caffe’ MassarellaOutdoor seating | 4.155 | 2.4 mi | poorly made lattes, chips with meals, hot beef and pork barms |
| Cup & CrumbOutdoor seating · Vegan options | 4.3247 | 5.4 mi away | eggs benedict, long wait for food, cakes and tarts |
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