I popped into The Corner Room (formerly The Other Place Bistro) whilst on a long overdue Allerton…read moreRoad recce for a leisurely cup of coffee and was very glad I did. The patio is still there which was a bonus as the sun was cracking the flags and the latte I ordered was just right. The service was friendly and fast and the atmosphere really pleasant. Also I should add that I was really impressed with the cleanliness of the customer toilet; so often in these small cafe type places the toilets are not particularly salubrious but the Corner Room's little convenience was clean, tidy and fragrant. I will definitely be heading to The Corner Rooms again when on my next jaunt to Allerton Rd.

This place was once the highly praised tapas bar Icon before dooning its current guise as a…read moresuburban cafe bar and Little Green has done well to continue any success considering its out-of-the-way position between Garston and Lark Lane. As well as providing a cosy, local neighbourhood meeting place which seems popular with families, LG is branching into a younger market with the return of Bommy Nite - remember those guys? Used to do a roaring trade in pre-club funk, soul and house for Saturday nights in town. Whether this new night will go down as well as the bars usual low key, friendly environment we will have to wait and see but it can only provide a new twist to a successful formula

Adam. From me to you- you saved my life. In times of brutal hangover, one thing is necessary: A…read morefull English. (Oh and easy walking distance...Smithdown Road) And I have to say, Adam's Cafe, you provided. £4.50 for a proper full brekkie with tea or coffee, sautee potatoes instead of hash browns (mm.mm.mm) and fresh orange by the gallon to get me back into gear. It's a nice little place with stained glass windows at the back, and although slightly dishevelled staff, service was fast and I had everything I needed! That includes the Hugest bottle of ketchup ever. I would recommend Adam's as the perfect way to rejuvinate the morning after the night before.

nice affordable place for brunch :) good sandwiches & delicious pancakes, also dog friendly. coffee…read moreis a bit eh though

From the owner: Allerton Road's independent coffee shop and eatery…read more We serve interesting and innovative foods including sweet and savoury pancakes, Laura's Little Bakery cakes, freshly made soups, Italian ice cream made in Liverpool, shakes and smoothies. We have gluten free pancakes, cakes, bread and cookies. Our signature dishes include traditional Chicken soup and we have just launched our American Pancake range including bacon with maple syrup. We serve breakfast and lunch all day. All our menu can be eaten in or taken out. Make us your regular hot drink pit-stop! Let's Party! For something different we offer Children's pancake parties and other celebrations, corporate events and outside catering. We also specialise in sweet pancakes for weddings and corporate events.

Very good food served there. Looked nice from the outside…read more Hope to go inside next time I am in Liverpool.

Green Days cafe is in a great little nook off Lark Lane, as you ascend the stairs from what seems…read morejust like a side door, the sign proclaims, "We are Open, Ooh!" and as the times of opening are rather as and when, they say 10 to 5 "ish" it can be a little hit and miss. But once inside it's as though you've been allowed to sit and drink tea in someone's lounge, as well, it is kind of someone's lounge. It's very retro and bright and they have a wonderful little fire place and 70s mismatched plates and cups and saucers. The appeal of this place definitely has something to do with the homely and welcoming vibe, even though it's small you feel rather special here. The food is all veggie and they have loads of healthy stuff (Greek yoghurt with toasted oats, fresh fruit and honey, I think so!) and drinks especially are dead cheap. They also have the most amazing homemade cakes- the baked cheesecake and cream, is a sure winner, so if you fancy a snack and a little step up into a quirky little cafe this is the place to go after a stroll down the kooky lane of Larks.

The beans on toast is amazing and if you ask for 2 on the same plate they do it really good and the…read moreveggie burger is amazing

Situated in the building which used to be Pistachio Restaurant and the downstairs Vinyl bar, Milo…read moreis, in my opinion, one of the best all round venues on Lark Lane. Opening 9am til 11pm seven days a week, Milo is probably the hardest working venue on Lark Lane too. I can't think of another business in this area that serves breakfast through to late night cocktails - if you wanted to you could probably live here! The menu is a eclectic mix of posh American diner-esque fare like 'triple stacked' buttermilk pancakes for breakfast and the frankly outrageously good Hero hamburger and a sort of Mediterranean (ever had a 'Spanish Butty' for breakfast - you should try it!) and British gastro pub fusion (the posh fish finger sandwich and Winter vegetable risotto are other favourites of mine). As for the desserts...approach with caution. They are not for the faint hearted. You'll feel like you need a bit of a lie down after the sticky toffee pudding. The wine choice is pretty good and there is an interesting mix of beers, both bottled and on draught. There is also a refreshingly concise list of classic cocktails (some with a twist) and an impressive and classy collection of whiskeys and gins. The Loungers interior style fits in perfectly to the Lark lane vibe with its flock wallpaper, retro photos and prints and shabby chic furniture. Only a few weeks after it first opened it already felt like this place had been here for years. A mention must also be made of the always friendly and helpful staff who help to make a visit to Milo a very pleasant experience all round. Highly recommended.

Joy Cafe has a great name and looks from the outside in as though it would be a very enjoyable…read moreplace to stop and grab a bite to eat during a busy day or even a lazy morning. The reality is not quite as good as what you imagine but nonetheless this place does provide some decent food and a decent atmosphere to boot. The food here is pretty standard cafe fare but does hit the spot when you are in dire need of some fuel for a busy day ahead or if you are generally just starving. The service is not too quick but the staff are friendly and this makes up for any waiting time as they do give a good level of customer service. This place is average and nothing more but as I have said you could do much worse than pop in if you are in need of a culinary energy boost.

Joy Cafe is situated on the busy Aigburth Road, close to Lark Lane. It is a nice little cafe which…read moreis clean and tidy inside. The staff are very friendly and helpful and make you feel welcome. The fry up here is very tasty. For a very reasonable £3.50 you get sausages, eggs, bacon, black pudding, tomatoes, mushrooms, hash browns, toast and tea or coffee. Everything is cooked perfectly and tastes delicious. There is often a bit of a wait for the food to be brought out, but you don't really mind if the food is good, which it is. This is a great place to enjoy a quiet bit to eat and sit and read your paper or book. It is a nice peaceful little haven away from the hustle and bustle of Lark Lane.

After a long day I sought solace and found it in the twinkling lights within Espresso Plus; the…read morename is a little cold but inside is definitely not! Full of character and pretty touches (I love the heart shaped light that hangs over the couches in the chill out corner at the back!) The cafe was just really friendly and welcoming, even though I caught them a little before close they still happily served me my steaming hot leek and potato homemade soup with crusty floury chunks of baguette. (£2.45- not bad, huh?) Just what I needed to put a smile back on my face and help me get back out into that big bad world! They also have a hot chocolate that is Divine, called "Anna's special" which makes it even cuter, topped with marshmallows and maltesers! Yum! The staff were lovely and they're open late on Saturdays, they also have a full menu with breakfasts and mains which I'm yet to try out, but I'm 100% going back for more! I give Espresso Plus an A +!

The main rival to Amber's lunchtime crown along Rose lane, Espresso Plus is a more relaxed and laid…read moreback experience although that relaxed attitude can often lead to frustration as I have often found them wanting to close up much earlier than advertised just because they are not busy enough - I never enjoy trying to wolf down a muffin and an americano because someone is sweeping discreetly around me. However, call in around breakfast time or before 2 and Espresso is good place to get a sandwhich, light meal or just a coffee - that's if you can put up with the Michael Buble style muzak!

I love this place. You could walk right past it every day and never know it existed, but I think…read moreit's fab. There's nothing particularly outstanding about Ginger, although the food is pretty damn good, but its your general run-of-the-mill cafe. There are a whole load of smoothies and fresh juices to choose from, and although the menu isn't extensive, what you do get is fab. It's in quite a good location too: right next to the 80, 75 and 86 bus stop, a short walk from the pubs on Smithdown and all the student housing, and not that far from Sefton Park. Ginger is one of those places you'll accidentally drop in to one day and then end up going every week. I really hope this place isn't affected by the credit crunch, as it truly is a hidden gem.

Ginger Up is situated right next to a bus stop I regualrly use so one hot summers day I decided to…read morestep into the shade and get myself a refreshing drink. Ginger Up is well decorated, spacious and comfortable. The staff are friendly, greeting you as soon as you walk in and offering their help. They are happy to suggest a smoothie to try, or just let you ponder your decision for a long as possible. The smoothies here are freshly made and are delicious. The range available is not massive but there are still a good few options to choose from. The coffee is freshly brewed and delicious. Again there is not a huge range of hot drinks available but the ones that are sound very tasty. The food and drinks are reasonably priced and come in good portions and sizes. This is a good place for a quiet drink and a chat with a friend. Look out for this place and give it a try.