Blinkers Brunch Bar in Cheshire West and Chester

It’s a great independent cafe, perfect for a coffee and bite to eat. I would definitely recommend giving it a try.

What a terrific little gem. Excellent food with very friendly service . The owner was extremely friendly and took the time to chat with my friend and I. For lunch we had soup and tuna salad sandwich combos with coffee. All for £10 each. The chicken noodle soup was very tasty with pieces of fresh chicken breast. The sandwich bread was so soft and fresh, delicious and really well filled. The coffee was the best I have had outside of my own house. It was lovely; strong and full bodied without being bitter.

Lovely spot for a breakfast sandwich and coffee. Friendly staff made me feel at home as local regular popped in.

We were visiting Chester for a couple of days & seen this place as we were walking back to our accommodation. The reviews were good so we thought we would try it for brunch. We walked in stood for 2 mins & the guy didn’t even acknowledge that we’re waiting! Common decency to at least say “ morning, I’ll be with you in a moment” needless to say we walked out!

I come in here when working in the office for my lunch. I highly recommend the Breakfast baps! Value for money and really fills the spot unlike other places. Always warmly greeted and able to have a chat when not busy. If you want to get either a take away or just want to sit and have a drink with your friend, I recommend here.

Needed feeding in chester this morning cos I was starving! Parked up outside, went in, greeted by a cheeky little fella from behind the counter, egg bacon and sausage toastie and a coffee... proper filled me up, great place, shocking radio 2 though 😉

This place is so unique, the opposite of a chain coffee house. I had an egg and mushroom sandwich and a latte, and it was the best I’ve had all year.

Cutest little cafe, friendly owner, best chai latte in Chester! Reasonable prices and freshly made food to go.

Called in with my Grandson on a walk on the canal and around the walls. Had a really nice bacon, egg and cheese bloomer with a nice strong, hot flat white. Very friendly owner and great service so this will become a regular for grandad and grandson.

Was having a stroll around Chester Roman walls and fancied a cuppa, nice little place with a few seats inside and a couple of tables outside, lovely brew and I also had a chocolate bar, sat outside and people watched, nice guy who was working there not sure if he’s the owner cos I’ve seen an older guy in there, well worth a visit and they do hot sandwiches too.

Great cafe, friendly owner, had a very tasty sandwich and expresso, only affordable place I've seen on my 2nd day in Chester. Love it and will be back tomorrow.

I visit Blinkers everyday to get my morning coffee on the way to work. You can’t beat their delicious flat whites and breakfast baps, always the best! Plus I always receive top banter and service from Ziggy the owner too!

If you ever hungry on your lunch break go here! love the chicken bacon and cheese pani ever! They have all the besdt snacks too.

Always get looked after really well for drinks, breakfast and lunch. Sandwiches really fresh, great bread and fillings.

We moved to Chester in 2021 and have always been keen to support small, local businesses. However, over the past 4 months, we have tried (and failed!) to pop in for a breakfast bap 4-5 times. Each time we have been in, we have been told ‘Sorry, we’re not doing breakfast rolls/hot food today’ despite clearly visible signs outside stating that breakfast baps are available. The time we have always tried to get served is on a Saturday morning between approx 10.30-12.00 which you would think would be an optimum time for breakfast baps to be served. Most disappointing! Real shame as it looks a lovely, quirky cafe but have always been forced to look for alternatives due to no food being available. We’ve now given up trying. Can’t comment on the quality of food as unfortunately, have never had the opportunity to try it.

Lovely cafe, situated near the race course. Very reasonably priced. If you're visiting Chester I would highly recommend you pop in. The owner Zig is very friendly and to top it all off his a Liverpool fan.. I've been popping in for a coffee and...

I won't go anywhere else for my first coffee of the day before work! The best Flat White coffee in town

Lovely little cafe, horse themed being near the race course. Wide range of food options, I ate there and it was really nice, good coffee too. Very reasonably priced. If you're visiting Chester I would highly recommend you pop in. The owner Zig is very...

Went if for a quick cappuccino as just up from Holiday Inn. Disappointed not served in a cup and saucer and was not offered choice at outset. Quaint interesting place. Not cheapest but excellent quality cappuccino albeit being in a paper cup. Owner didn't smile...

Perfect for a quick and relaxed lunch stop. Nourishing and filling grub, inexpensive and an array of decorations and bits and pieces to amuse yourself with, while you're waiting! Right off Chester Walls

Best sausage bap around in Chester. Go on pop in and try! You won't be disappointed. Lovely friendly service 😀

We live in Chester and this is the best place for breakfast butty and coffee - sit outside and watch the world go by

Best quinoa salad in Chester 😋. An amazing oak milk latte and a fruit infusion tea that was perfectly brewed. Love the tribe!

1st of May, on my way back to the car park by Watergate and noticed "Blinkers" A quick coffee and a Bacon & Sausage bap, great coffee, bap done to a turn and friendly service. Quirky and interesting interior. This will be my first place...

Love coffee there top notch.!! Always makes me welcome, great bacon butties, good selection of cakes and chocolates, and a friendly happy face to see 👍

Great coffee in a very friendly & cosy little corner of chester. Nothing is too much trouble & perfect to meet a friend for a quiet coffee! Dog welcoming as well (which is a bonus)!!

Lockdown has been tough for everyone. Blinkers have adapted well to provide an excellent service for your take-away coffee and sandwich. We both had tomato and basil soup, coupled with a fresh, tasty and filling cheese salad sandwich on seeded batch bloomer, along with two...

Been going here all through lockdown. The food and drinks are always hot fresh and tasty as is the welcome. Zig meets and greets all of his customers with a smile. Supporting our local independent shops is vital through difficult times and I'll continue to...

Great service, drink and food when in the town. Located away from the hassle of the city center but close to car parks where you can chill out with a brew and sandwich, toastie or what ever you like as the staff go out of...

Been working in chester recently, pop in every morning for coffee and breakfast toastie, great character behind the bar, hugely recommended as a pit stop before work 😉

Being 8 months pregnant I’m really craving hot chocolate and cheese salad sandwiches at the moment, and Blinkers Brunch Bar is the best place for these! Both are so delicious and full of flavour! They’re not tight with their portions either, unlike a lot of ‘instagrammable’ coffee shops in Chester. I visit Blinkers regularly and the service provided by Ziggy is second to none! Can’t be beaten on price either!!

Excellent value for money Brunch Bar serving breakfast sandwiches and exceptionally good coffee. Good hospitality provided by Ziggy and his staff. Well worth a visit.

Went in to grab a warm drink, didn’t expect the hot chocolate I ordered to be THAT good. 10/10 would recommend. Lovely, friendly service too and an all around great place!! :)

The Best Bacon Sandwiches in town, enjoyed mine very much. If out and about in Chester, I recommend Blinkers Brunch Bar.

Great food, great coffee, great banter. Bacon and cheese toastie a must. Fantastic cafe pertect place to get away from the city crowds

Nipped to Blinkers after a gym session last Saturday morning for a few toasties and cakes to take away,absolutely fantastic,lovely friendly atmosphere,perfect food and a decent price,all served to perfection,my new go to for city centre snacks and drinks,thanks J

In a world where coffee chains are at the corner of every block, at Blinkers they remember you by your first name and even more special, how you like to take your coffee and what is your sandwich preference. Speedy service, tasty food, pleasant chat - what else what one could want?!Oh yes, and they are very kind with dogs - for Buddy and myself going to Blinkers is the highlight our day!

This is the only place, when you want a good strong, flavoursome coffee. Their Flat White is by far and away the best I’ve had! Milk frothed to perfection, coupled with two shots of fine and excellent espresso, you won’t go far wrong! This is how coffee should taste, First Class

Been coming here since the easing of lockdown and wow, what a find! Situated very close to the racecourse, Blinkers' malted bloomer sandwiches are the fullest, tastiest & freshest we've ever had and if that's not enough, try one of their coffees, packed with strength and full of flavour. Zig & Jim will entertain you with witty conversation and banter, if you so wish. Otherwise, just sit outside, in the sunshine, relax and enjoy Blinkers' excellent food & drink. Highly recommended, even if Zig doesn't stop whistling! Call in, you'll be glad you did.

A friendly welcome and everything you want for a quick take away breakfast during lockdown. Consistently good coffee and food, which helps the occasional hangover!

found this gem of a place during lockdown ,best breakfast sandwich and coffee ,friendly service ,this is now our regular place for breakfast ,highly recommend

Habiéndome mudado recientemente a Chester, estaba ansioso por encontrar una excelente cafetería local que sirviera un excelente café y una comida fantástica.Blinkers hace eso, y más.Situado justo al lado del "eje" principal del centro de la ciudad, verá Blinkers cerca del circuito de carreras.El propietario, Ziggy, siempre tiene tiempo para charlar y está realmente interesado en cómo eres y en lo que estás haciendo.Sus sándwiches y café siempre dan en el clavo, y es el único lugar al que ahora iré en Chester para desayunar.Como muchas empresas locales, los últimos meses han sido difíciles, pero espero ser un cliente aquí durante muchos años.

I've been a regular visitor for the last few months due to working in the area, if its a coffee, a toastie, or even a friendly chat, blinkers offers all the above! Great value too!

Excellent breakfast bap , nice friendly staff. Situated not far from the racecourse. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend to anyone.

Always open always friendly and joking great service GREAT AMERICANOS.!!!! would re come d to anyone. 😁👍

Best coffee and breakfast sandwich in Chester by far, and can’t beat the friendly service. Definitely worth a visit to enjoy the food and banter.

This place is a real gem. Certainly the best gourmet, mourish, breakfast sandwiches available in Chester (and probably the world)! Ziggy, the owner, has a permanent smile that resonates around the place. Lovely place to eat in, but I grab a take out and enjoy on the walls or at the roodee racecourse. Very dog friendly. Vegetarian friendly but loads of meat options for those who eat meat too.

Found this little gem while walking the dog during lockdown!Great friendly service & fantastic breakfast sandwiches. They are full of filling & the bacon & sausages are so tasty.Really reasonably priced.I love the quirky interior & can’t wait u til we can sit inside to eat.We’re now hooked & look forward to our weekly breakfast.

Highly recommend this gem of a Cafe & it’s service courtesy of its owner Ziggy. Fantastic coffees made to order. Taste Amazing 😉 Great Bacon toasties. Dog friendly, treats for dogs. All served with friendly banter. Great hygiene procedures in place too. 5 star ⭐️

Fantastic Bacon , Cheese toasties as always. Great service Zig the owner always on fine form great banter Easily the areas Number One! Keep up the great work.

Been going for the last couple of days now. Little gem near the city centre. Sandwiches are spot on. I will continue to get my butties here in the future, well worth a visit for a sarney and a coffee!!! Love it.

Between me and my partner, we’ve both ate in and ordered for takeaway and no matter which, the food and service has been incredible! The coffee is also really nice from here too! Highly recommend!

Recently visited Blinkers for a bacon sandwich and hot chocolate on a gloomy day. Customer service was second to none, always friendly and top banter in depressing times. Couldn’t fault the bacon bap and the hot chocolate was delicious. My boyfriend ordered a latte and bacon sandwich and they were equally as nice. Highly recommend!

My husband and I popped by here recently on our daily walk to grab a drink. The guy behind the counter he’d set up at the front entrance was very friendly and appreciative of our custom during these trying times. The hot chocolate I had was absolutely heavenly, and my husband said it was so nice to have a propper coffee again! We will definitely be returning very soon!! Although take-away there was a set of table and chairs outside for my husband and I to be able to sit on which a nice touch ras it was a glorious day.

I stopped at Blinkers on my cycle ride yesterday. It was the first time being able to stop for refreshments while on a bike ride at a café, since the current Coronavirus lockdown started and Ziggy was very welcoming. The refreshments I had had were very reasonably priced and I will most definitely be back.

Tucked away in Chester,a nice setting with tasty food. The owner was very pleasant, I will definitely go back when I'm back in Chester

Covid-19 restrictions in place but Blinkers was open offering a take away menu. Top service and tasty food all served at a social distance with first class hygiene and a sense of humour. Couldn't ask for more.

Called here for the first time mid morning.Excellent bacon butty and coffee. Friendly chat with owner who is trying his very best in testing times. Felt for him as he has missed out on Chester Races footfall. Really hope he keeps going and comes out the other end with his business booming. He will have my custom from now on.

Apareció durante Chester 10 K.Cuando se le preguntó si ofrecían algo sin gluten, un tipo petulante detrás del mostrador dijo "no creas en eso".Tomé un café que estaba bien, pero no volverá, no es la mejor actitud hacia las personas con intolerancia.

Como nos quedamos en Roomz al otro lado de la calle, nos topamos con este café y decidimos probarlo. Al entrar, obtienes una sensación muy peculiar del lugar y no parece una cafetería en absoluto. El menú es muy pequeño, así que nos decidimos por un sándwich de tocino (que en realidad viene en un bollo / mazorca) y por 3. 50 bastante caro. Los dos también tuvimos café con leche, con un costo total de 16. Un hombre nos sirvió, cree que es el dueño y le encanta un buen silbato. Éramos los únicos en ese momento, la comida y las bebidas estaban bien, pero no hay nada que destacar, sin duda recomendaría probar otro café con más opciones, ya que creo que este lugar es más adecuado para un desayuno para llevar.

I stop in Blinkers every morning on my way to work. The best locally owned little cafe with the best coffee. Best way to start a day is with Blinkers coffee!!!!

We popped in here for a quick toasted Panini as we'd missed lunch. The décor is definitely 'racehorse odd', but a bit 'local watering hole'. The Paninis were ok, but not special.

Always like popping in here for their homemade soups. The chicken soup with vegetables and rice is to die for, highly recommended, perfect for a cold winters day!

You get the Best Bacon Bap in Chester from here. Staff are very friendly and the service is very quick.

I stopped at Blinkers yesterday for a cup of chamomile tea whilst waiting for friends at Chester races. The cafe is literally a stones throw from the Westgate entrance.

Excellent little place, I would definitely recommend. I stopped by for a green tea to get out of the rain. There are lots of interesting books which were a good read too.

Debes visitar esta fabulosa cafetería en el corazón de Chester. Está justo arriba del hipódromo. Ofrece fabulosos sándwiches (volví al día siguiente, ya que era muy bueno) para ver a los fanáticos de las carreras de caballos y la excelente comida. ! ¡Le daría seis estrellas si pudiera! Literalmente! !

Visited before attending the races. Great find. Staff brilliant. Food was very tasty and great value. The only place to go in Chester 5 Stars

There once was a fabulous shop,

The best cheese & onion toastie...EVER!

The best morning boost at Blinkers! The staff is friendly and willing to help with anything. Horserace atmosphere is enjoyable and calming. You should try their coffee and snacks. I definitely recommend to visit this place, I am always keen on visiting Blinkers while I am at the corners of Stanley and Watergate.

Llamado aquí hoy no haber estado antes. Qué gran pequeña cafetería. El personal es estupendo, muy amable y un gran chef. El pollo hecho en casa y la sopa de verduras era hermosa, muchas verduras y un montón de pollo. El marido tenía panini de tocino y aguacate. Definitivamente iré de nuevo.

This little lunch bar has the most awesome soup. We had chicken and mushroom with a roll for around 3.50 quid. Cheap, filling but also chock full of good food.

Tuvimos varias paradas de bocadillos en Blinkers y salimos muy felices cada vez. Elección de bebidas frías y calientes, variedad de bocadillos originales y saludables, una gran decoración con un tema de carreras de caballos y caballos, un personal muy amable y servicial, libros y todo tipo de imágenes para mirar, y un ambiente muy acogedor también. ¿Qué más puede hacer? ¿querer?

Es la segunda vez que he dejado una reseña pero hay que gritar.

I very rarely write reviews but this place is so good that I have written a second 4 years after my first. Amazing little place that oozes character & charm and never fails to serve up fantastic food. Without doubt the best place in Chester for your Sausage or Bacon Butty, that's a given, but today's homemade Vietnamese Pork Belly Soup and Piri Piri Chicken sandwich was out of this world, well done Ziggy - you need to bottle the Blinkers vibe up and go conquer the world, an absolute recipe for success - kudos to you and the team!

We use Blinkers Brunch Bar 2/3 times every week for our lunch as we work opposite. Over the past year we have tried many of the soups and sandwiches, which have all been really tasty and freshly prepared to order. You are always greated with a smile, and nothing is to much trouble for them to accommodate your requests. A great little sandwich shop, would highly recommend.

I absolutely love having this place on my doorstep, especially during the winter months when I have their delicious hot chocolate accompanied with a slice of fluffy homemade red velvet cake. All of which I get to enjoy in the comfort of this trendy café with great service and not to mention FREE wifi!

Great friendly staff and perfect to grab breakfast on the way to the office! Can sit in or take away and a good menu

Frequently call in for a bacon sandwich or lunchtime panini. Excellent coffee. Always good service and great banter with Ziggy the owner and his team. Good stop for a quick sandwich if you are on your way down to Chester Racecourse.

We frequently pop across to Blinkers for breakfast/brunch/lunch as it is such a warm and friendly environment with exceptional food. Nothing is too much trouble, all tastes catered for, all freshly made and served with a welcoming smile. One of Chester's hidden treasures.

I'm a regular as I work near by, I always come and grab my lunch and always greeted with great service. Food is always on point which is why im a regular. Would recommended to anyone to visit while in Chester.

Visited Blinkers with my daughter, asked for crispy bacon sandwiches (as we do in most places and usually don't get it), however here our sandwiches were amazing with perfectly crisped bacon. Washed down with a cup of the best coffee in Chester!

I keep coming back to this cosy and interesting cafe. Blinkers always serves the best sausage and egg bap in Town. And the coffee is top-notch Italian and great value too. Service is excellent and it’s kept immaculately clean. The proprietor is very helpful for interesting snippets of information about Chester. Highly recommend a visit here.

Friendly service, good tasty food and a little oasis at lunchtime. Only problem is deciding which of the varied sandwiches and panini to sample. Good coffee too.

I love coming back to Blinkers Brunch bar whenever I'm in Chester..very generous amount of perfectly crispy bacon !! Great coffee too, all put together by really friendly, funny and smiley staff! Comfy atmosphere and free wifi. Highly recommend Blinkers.

Visited this morning, great value breakfast, good service. Cute and comfy decor and nice. atmosphere. Would visit again.

If you want take a coffee I propose you have an autentic “café maccchiato” in Chester in a great ambient in this amazing establishment

Parking down by Chester race course we fancied a coffee before we set off, and couldn't have found a place with more character. The coffee was hot and delicious, and we could see a variety of sandwiches could be made to order. Our shortbread was brought to the table, though we could have chosen comfy sofas and plenty to read!

I stop in 2-3 times a week for lunch. The sandwiches are not only tasty but loaded and fresh as well.

I visit every morning for my coffee. Best coffee in Chester and I find the service outstanding. Great selection of food for lunch too. Everyone should support their local businesses.

I would highly recommend Blinkers. The food is lovely and great service too. My favourite is the breakfast. The owner, Zig, is very friendly and you never have to wait long for your order.

Unable to have many things on menu as turned up at noon on Monday and was told we had come to early.

Having recently relocated my office just around the corner from Blinkers Ted,Joe,Sarah and I have all had the pleasure of Blinkers fare on several occasions

Easily the best coffee in Chester.

Pop in here every morning, to have the best latte for miles around! As for their toasted you will not find better, anywhere in Chester! Their sausage and cheese toastie finished off with hp sauce, English mustard and red onion is simply too good to miss! As for zig the owner and his staff, they will take good care of you. Can’t beat this great little place its well worth seeking out!

We were in Chester this weekend, and popped in this small friendly cafe for a coffee and breakfast sandwich. The food was really good and the friendly banter with the boss got our break off to a good start. Thanks very much.

Nipped in here fore a Coffee on a walk round the City Walls, situated just inside the City Walls by the Racecourse, very good coffee with friendly staff, the inside does look a bit like a Transport Café, and a couple of people put their head inside the door but didn't come in when we were there, but it was worth a visit.

Great coffee and best Bacon Baps in Chester, great atmosphere and service, highly recommended.Convenient for Chester and parking is good not like City Center!!

The sandwiches at Blinkers are always delicious an really generous portions.