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All-day veggie dining in laid-back cafe

Whale Tail

Lancaster, ENG
Whale Tail

94% like it (4.7 / 687 Reviews )

CONTACT

Address: 78a Penny St, Lancaster LA1 1XN, United Kingdom MapGet Directions

Phone : +44 (152) 484-5133 Call

OPENING HOURS

Please keep in mind that due to temporary closures, the times listed below may not accurately reflect current opening hours.
Day Working Hours
Monday Apr 29 09:00-16:30
Tuesday Apr 30 09:00-16:30
Wednesday May 1 09:00-16:30
Thursday May 2 09:00-16:30
Friday May 3 09:00-16:30
Saturday May 4 09:00-16:30
Sunday May 5 09:30-15:30

ABOUT

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Whale Tail Café is a delightful little gem located in Lancaster, offering a charming atmosphere and a delectable range of homemade food and beverages. With its friendly service, quick service, and consistently delicious dishes, it has become a popular choice among locals and visitors alike.

Trivia

  • 🍽️ The café is known for its risoles (shallow fried patties) and crispy potato skins, which are highly recommended by patrons.
  • 🥤 Whale Tail Café offers a variety of options for refreshments, including fresh juices and smoothies.
  • 🎶 Customers can enjoy their meals while relaxing on cool sofas and listening to soothing background jazz and big band music.
  • 💬 Reviewers have praised the café for its great atmospheretasty cakes, and good-tasting coffee.
  • 🏆 Whale Tail Café has been a favorite spot for vegetarian options for over twenty years, especially when there were limited choices available.
  • 🥦 The café continues to cater to the vegetarian crowd, offering a diverse and appealing menu to suit different dietary preferences.
  • 📸 Capture the delightful moments at Whale Tail Café with your camera, as it offers a photogenic setting for your social media feeds.
  • 🔎 If you're looking for a modern British dining experience, The Quarterhouse is another popular option worth considering in Lancaster.

Why Choose Whale Tail Café?

Whale Tail Café stands out as a hidden treasure in Lancaster, providing not only scrumptious homemade food but also a warm and welcoming ambiance. Whether you're a vegetarian or simply appreciate a well-crafted meal, this café caters to your culinary desires with its flavorful dishes, including the highly recommended rissoles and crispy potato skins. The pleasant atmosphere, accompanied by the sounds of jazz and big band music, adds to the overall dining experience. Don't miss the opportunity to visit this beloved café and indulge in its delightful offerings.

Service Opportunities in the Business:
  • ✅ Takeaway
  • ✅ Dine-in
  • ✅ Outdoor seating

Today working hours: 09:00-16:30

FAQs

Price range: ££ (Moderately expensive)

The character and atmosphere of this place:
  • ✅ Feels Casual
  • ✅ Feels Cosy

Amenities in this business::
  • ✅ This place welcomes children
  • ✅ Has restrooms
  • ✅ Has High chairs

Payment methods accepted at this establishment:
  • ✅ Accepts NFC mobile payments

Highlights:
  • ✅ Has fast service
  • ✅ Nice selection of teas

The possibilities it offers:
  • ✅ Healthy options
  • ✅ Vegan options
  • ✅ Quick bite
  • ✅ Organic food
  • ✅ Little dishes
  • ✅ Has kids' menu
  • ✅ Serves wine
  • ✅ Vegetarian options
  • ✅ Coffee
  • ✅ Serves alcohol

Options for dining:
  • ✅ Breakfast
  • ✅ Serves brunch
  • ✅ Lunch
  • ✅ Serves dessert

Service Opportunities in the Business:
  • ✅ Has outdoor seating
  • ✅ Serves Dine-in
  • ✅ Offers takeaway
  • ❌ Offers delivery

Kind of Crowd:
  • ✅ Good for groups

Accessibility:
  • ❌ Has wheelchair-accessible seating
  • ❌ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • ❌ Wheelchair-friendly parking

This Vegetarian restaurant received 4.7 points from 687 customer reviews.

The address of Whale Tail is:

Whale Tail
78a Penny St
Lancaster, LA1 1XN
P: +441524845133

Open 7 days a week. The days and hours that Whale Tail is open:

Monday :   09:00-16:30
Tuesday :   09:00-16:30
Wednesday :   09:00-16:30
Thursday :   09:00-16:30
Friday :   09:00-16:30
Saturday :   09:00-16:30
Sunday :   09:30-15:30

No, it is closed since Monday, 16:30. This place will re-open at Tuesday 09:00.

Visit Website: www.whaletailcafe.co.uk

No, this place does not serve halal food

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