The Courtyard in St. Helens

Arrived at 12.00 and was told there was a 45 minute wait. No problem and there was an empty table for two. We asked a member of staff for coffees while we waited. A lovely young girl, who when my friend asked her told us she is 14, came and took our food order, which came well within the 45 minutes. We were both going to have Royale Eggs Benedict but no smoked salmon so we changed it to chorizo Benedict. It was delicious. I have been before and it’s always been good. The young waitresses are really attentive and their customer service is excellent.

Disappointed after eating breakfast a few days earlier and waiting nearly an hour, food came very good, so we thought we’d try brunch. Sadly the waiting issues where an issue again, quite obviously has staffing issues, we ended up leaving, without the table from previous guests uncleared and no drinks offered to us after 25 mins.

Absolutely shocking , waited nearly an hour to get food ! This place used be my fave not anymore don't know what's going on with it!

We had a small breakfast with milkshakes & everything was perfect! Great value for money in a lovely environment. Would highly recommend. Thank you x

Waited 45 minutes and got no food. Waitress said twice that it would only be a few minutes. Left and would never go back. I work in hospitality and can understand waiting times when it's busy, but there were 2 other tables in. We ordered eggs benedict, it's not hard to pack an egg. I had just come out of hospital and all I wanted was some good food. Will not b3 going back.

Been meaning to give the Courtyard a try and did it for brunch today. We were not disappointed. Lovely staff, efficient service and really good food. Had the small breakfast and probably the best one I’ve had in a long time. Will definitely be back.

Friendly great service lovely surroundings great food we were warned of a delay but order taken and drinks arrived worth waiting to freshly cooked food. was busy Saturday lunch staff polite and friendly. Great place highly recommended

I ordered the vegetarian breakfast which came within minutes and I loved how they put their own stamp on a full english with halloumi and sweetcorn fritters. Staff are lovely and always stop for a chat. Good food, quick service.

Really lovely breakfasts. One with pillowy pancakes and the other a porridge with banana and honey. Finished off with toast. Delicious coffee too.

Called in last Saturday for breakfast after being recommended by a friend. Seated fairly quickly and advised there’s a bit of a wait! After a while we were given menus then after another while we were asked to order. Eventually drinks arrived and not long after the food. Can’t complain about the food it was really good and the premises were absolutely spotless. Service a little slow but was advised about this on arrival, however majority of places at least provide a drink while you wait so hopefully that can be improved on. Definitely worth a visit for the food though and will definitely return in the future.

Absolutely amazing Sunday roast! Honestly the best one I’ve had in St Helens! Fabulous staff, lovely setting and super tasty meal!

Best cafe I have ever found, both near and far. Excellent food with the most lovely, friendly and welcoming staff and lovely homely surroundings. Since we found this little gem we visit at least once a week at least, also been several times with friends. Lovely extensive new menu has just been implemented and the Sunday lunch just has to be tasted, never had better. There is also a liquour license should you wish to have a little tipple.

We love eating in this gorgeous, not so little, coffee shop. It serves up excellent food, caters for most tastes and there is a new menu coming next week. The place is bright & clean and the staff are cheery & happy to serve you, nothing is too much trouble. See you soon xx

Lovely fresh food, always clean and the staff can’t do enough for you. Love that it’s on the doorstep too. They are always busy and sometimes there’s a wait because of it but they keep you up to date with where the foods up to. Eggs Royale is delicious as are the pancakes. Have been time and again, it’s a little gem of St Helens.

Outstanding food, Caesar salad is a fave, we go regularly for breakfast. Just love the coffee. Amazing staff where nothing is too much trouble. The cafe is decorated really nicely and always easy to park. Just off the East Lancs so accessible and reasonably priced, can even have a cheeky beer, if the wife lets me! Our go to place to eat! Thanks Cathy and the team. See you soon!

The Courtyard is the best brunch in St Helens without a doubt. Food and drinks are consistently gorgeous! Never had a bad experience. The staff are pleasant and attentive. A gem in St Helens x

1st Visit to the Courtyard, but it won't be my last. I had the Best Breakfast in St Helen's!! Excellent Food, Excellent Staff and great value. Give yourself a treat and pay them a visit

Lovely little spot with nice staff and great food. Party ordered, small breakfast, eggs Benedict and Royale. The poached eggs were perfect. I really liked the size of the butter portion no little packets a nice slab of butter. Service was really quick, particular mention to the young lad, he was so nice and friendly. My daughter has been a few times already and I’ll definitely be back.

Absolutely love this place. Never had a bad meal. Service is always with a smile and the coffee’s are the best. To me this is the best coffee shop in St Helens.

First time visit today with one of my friends having a catch-up. I had the hummus, pepper and onion sandwich for a complete change and so pleased that I did, really enjoyed it, lemon drizzle cake with vanilla ice cream for afters delicious. The cafe staff were fantastic, very welcoming and polite. My friend and I did not feel in anyway rushed. The cafe was clean and tidy. Great idea having the ice-cream and milkshake hut in the courtyard.

Excellent customer service. Always busy but always engaging with customers and looking after Everyone. Always busy because the food is amazing and would recommend to anyone

Always welcoming. Food is amazing and consistent every time. Love the milkshakes too! Great local business that take pride in what they do.

Lovely lunch as usual, staff are always so friendly and willing to help, nothing is too much trouble. This is a friendly cafe to visit and it helps it’s on the doorstep.

We love visiting The Courtyard for our breakfast treat. Everything is cooked lovely & they accommodate food preferences as well. Lovely breakfast at a competitive price. The bread they use for toast. deserves a special mention it’s fab! Although I haven’t tried other food on offer, it always looks nice. All in all it never disappoints. Would definitely recommend. 👍🏻☺️

Lovely coffee shop in Sthelens, i went for the first time this week. Food was really fresh and tasty, great coffee- as someone who drinks de-caf, finding a good coffee is not always easy. Friendly staff, lovely vibe and decor. We enjoyed it so much...

Excellent food,lovely staff good service definetly will return. Not tried the lunches but love the breakfast.

Amazing food and service the people who work there are all lovely cant fault this place me amd my friends visit once a month for a catch up. We have tried all different breakfasts all lovely. Defo worth a visit x

Popped in for a quick lunch with my boyfriend and the staff were so attentive despite it being rather busy, amazing food and it was very fresh and prepared rather quickly, definitely going here again x

This is my new favourite place to spend a treat day with my grown up family and my friends. I've visited a few times now and the food is really tasty. The service has been sometimes slow and then I went another day and it...

A nice little cafe tucked away, serving good food well in pleasant surroundings. Although lunch was really nice and served well, the menu choice I thought was rather limited - and this was the old reason I didn’t score it 5. I’d defiantly go back,...

Excellent, friendly atmosphere, great food, so happy to have a place like this local! Would recommend! Would be brilliant to be able to hire out too!

We went today for Lunch at the courtyard, and we were extremely impressed with the standard of the food that was served, and the premises, I remember it as being a newsagent shop and the transformation is astounding. The staff were extremely attentive and polite,...

Visited with the wife for lunch. The food was excellent, good value for money and the staff could not do any more to help. Attentive and friendly service with quality food. Will definitely be back !

Had gone past a lot as is close by and after looking up what it was, decided to visit. So glad we did! Could not have been made more welcome by the lovely staff and were soon given menus which had lots of delicious options...

Just love going here since recently moved from Nottingham. Always a great welcome. Food is so delicious and perfectly cooked. Lovely atmosphere and very fairly priced. Can't wait for next visit.

We came in today for some lunch and I loved it! Very reasonably priced, good options for food both meat eaters and vegetarian/vegans. Staff were so lovely and welcoming, service was quick and the food was lovely! We brought my dog as it's dog friendly,...

Unexpected little pleasure! Visited today on a whim after regularly driving past. A lovely quirky little place that had nice lunch time menu and friendly staff. Food was excellent and reasonably priced

We called in on spec on a Saturday lunch time as they are currently only offering walk-in. They really have done a good job at refurbishing and repurposing what was an old paper shop into a brand new cafe with some style. The menu is...