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Melvyn's Cafe

Name: Melvyn's Cafe
Address: 10 Market Place, Alnwick, NE66 1HS, Alnwick, GB
Telephone: 01665 604462
Price range: ££

Popular cafe in the Market Place with outdoor seating, serving hearty breakfasts, lunches, and homemade dishes. A favourite with locals and visitors alike.

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About Melvyn's Cafe

Melvyn's Cafe sits in a prime spot at 10 Market Place in the heart of Alnwick, overlooking the town's historic market square. With a tastefully decorated, cosy interior and outdoor seating on the square, it is a comfortable place to watch the comings and goings of the town centre. The cafe is welcoming to dogs and is valued by locals and visitors alike for its friendly service and reasonable prices, making it a reliable stop during a day's shopping or sightseeing.

The menu is centred on hearty, home-cooked British food, from full English breakfasts through to sandwiches, paninis and traditional mains. Customer favourites include the full English breakfast, steak and ale pie and Cullen Skink, alongside a selection of lunches and homemade dishes. Its combination of generous cooking, a central location and an unpretentious atmosphere has made it a long-standing Market Place fixture.

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