IF you need a strong cup of coffee and a good breakfast, where do you go?
How about if you feel like a nice cup of tea and a slice of cake?
Which café or coffee shop would be your number one destination for a spot of lunch or to catch up with friends while you enjoy a hot drink?
Since we launched our Best of 2022 competition in April, we’ve found the best places that Wirral has to offer in 13 different categories.
We’ve celebrated Wirral’s best hair, nails and beauty providers as well as the best pub and beer garden, independent shop and place for children with awards for pies, fish and chips, breakfast, afternoon tea, pizza and roast dinner also being handed out.
Next up we wanted to find Wirral’s best cafe.
After reading all your nominations, we’ve shortlisted the top ten, who will battle it out to be named Best Cafe 2022 in Wirral.
Now we need your help to choose an overall winner from our shortlist.
Don’t forget to pick up a copy of this week’s Wirral Globe as the coupons inside count for five votes!
There are three ways to vote:
1. Search for the Best Of post on our Wirral Globe Facebook or Instagram pages and comment under the post with the name of your winner = 1 vote
2. Name your favourite in the comments section on this article via our website = 2 votes
3. Purchase a copy of this week’s Wirral Globe (August 10 edition) and fill in the entry form = 5 votes
(*NB For newspaper entries, email a screenshot of the completed entry form to heidi.summerfield@newsquest.co.uk – please note that only original copies will be accepted. More than one entry can be submitted per person but you will be asked to provide your own unique reference code for each entry to avoid duplication eg if your name is Smith you may wish to write Smith123 or HS21! as your code. You will need to provide a different code for each entry submitted. For full terms and conditions go to Newsquest.co.uk/terms)
Voting officially opens today, Thursday, and closes at midnight on Monday, August 15 and we will be announcing the winner next week.
Keep an eye out for our next Best Of appeal on our social media pages on Friday.
OUR TEN BEST CAFES SHORTLIST:
The Blue Bicycle, Neston
This popular place is marking its third anniversary with customers enjoying celebrating special occasions here as well as quick bite to eat.
One nomination said: “The family run business is made up of a fantastic team of the best servers you could ask for.
“Everyone is always kind and polite and ready to help with anything you need.
“They’ve put together the best menu.
“We had a pre christening afternoon tea here and my best friend even had her wedding party there!”
For more details go to facebook.com/thebluebicycle
The Quirky Café, Hoylake
This café is no stranger to being nominated for awards with owner Suzanne recently being in the running for Cheshire Woman of the Year.
One happy customer said: “The Quirky Café has become a lifeline to many people, providing essential support as well as delicious food.
“Everything is made to an exceptionally high standard and served with care and kindness.
“They’ve really made sure our hearts and our stomachs are full.”
For more details go to facebook.com/quirkycafe
Maple Gardens Café, Parkfield Farm, Meols
This dog friendly café is right by the beach and in the perfect location.
Customers say it is “friendly, serves good food and has great service”.
One nomination said that “the cakes are to die for”.
For more details go to facebook.com/MapleGardensCafe
The Scrap Yard, Wallasey
Customers like the “fabulous staff” and the “great atmosphere” at this café with one describing it as “my bit of heaven”.
The chilled and friendly vibe mixed with music and other events makes for an enjoyable visit.
For more details go to facebook.com/scrapyardbarandcoffee
Café 39, Derby Road, Birkenhead
This “little gem” comes highly recommended with its five-star food that’s made to order each day.
The breakfasts are particularly popular with hungry customers.
For more details go to facebook.com/cafe39wirral
Stollies Café and Delicatessen, Wallasey
The fully licensed café is open seven days a week serving breakfast, brunch, lunch and snacks.
One happy customer said: “Great food, great staff and a great atmosphere.
“The sun always seems to shine through the big windows – perfect!”
For more details go to facebook.com/www.stolliescafedeli.co.uk
Flissy’s Coffee Shop, Station Road, Thurstaton
The fantastic choice of cakes including vegan and gluton-free options made this a popular choice and a must for our shortlist.
Customers like the “beautiful setting” and the fact it’s dog friendly gets a big thumbs up.
For more details go to facebook.com/flissyscoffeeshop
Popsy’s Coffee Shop and Bistro, Hoylake
Popsy’s is no stranger to the Best of 2022 competition having been shortlisted for their afternoon tea.
The homemade cakes, great atmosphere and warm welcome for dogs allow for a fabulous visit.
For more details go to facebook.com/popsyshoylake
Baked, Larton Livery, Birkenhead
The brownies are “to die for” and the cakes are “fantastic” at this dog-friendly café.
One nomination said they’d “recommend this little café to anyone that wants a relaxing time to chill with food, friends and family.”
Another said: “Amazing homemade treats – what more do you need?”
For more details go to facebook.com/baked.est21cafe
Aroma, Thingwall Road, Irby
The “lovely team, excellent service and delicious food” all got a mention in the nominations for Aroma.
Customers said the hard working staff kept everyone going through lockdown, “serving the community in imaginative and tasty ways”.
For more details go to facebook.com/AromaIrby
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