The Lemon Tree

136 Liverpool Rd., Longton, Preston PR4 5AU, United Kingdom
+44 1772 619944
$$$ Cafe
(95 Reviews)
Price Range £1–10

Welcome to The Lemon Tree, a charming café nestled in the heart of Longton, Preston. Located at 136 Liverpool Rd., Longton, Preston PR4 5AU, this delightful spot has quickly become a beloved local retreat, perfect for anyone seeking a laid-back atmosphere paired with exceptional food and drink. Whether you're in for a cozy breakfast, a leisurely lunch, or a refreshing drink, The Lemon Tree promises a dining experience that’s both satisfying and uplifting.

This café offers a small yet thoughtful menu, showcasing a variety of delicious options that cater to diverse palates. Their famous Bin Lid Breakfast is a must-try, overflowing with high-quality ingredients that rival even the most established breakfast spots. Picture crispy bacon, succulent sausages, and perfectly poached eggs, all for a wallet-friendly price of just £8.50. Diners rave about the freshness and flavor of every morsel, ensuring your tastebuds will be delighted from the first bite to the last.

The atmosphere at The Lemon Tree is a perfect blend of cozy and vibrant. The café features both indoor seating with a welcoming decor and an outdoor area where you can bask in the sun while enjoying your meal. Although some diners have noted a few tables left uncleared during busy times, the friendly and polite staff always remain attentive, working hard to provide you with a pleasant experience.

Guests have consistently praised the café for its quality and presentation. C. Gregory described the service as “exceptional,” while Emmie Doyle noted that the food was not only beautifully presented but also generous in portion size. For those who enjoy culinary adventures, Martin Fowler mentioned the café’s intriguing drink menu, which includes an enticing selection of craft beers and cocktails, perfect for winding down after a busy day.

The Lemon Tree also impresses with its accommodating staff, who are eager to make your dining experience memorable. Dahlia Rose shared her experience of a charming visit after a nature walk, celebrating the quality of her smoothie as well as the delightful atmosphere. Even when there were mix-ups with orders, the staff were quick to provide excellent service that turned initial confusion into satisfaction.

In summary, The Lemon Tree is a delightful café that marries quality, charm, and approachability. With a menu that brings gourmet options within reach, it’s the ideal spot for a casual lunch or a soothing afternoon tea. Next time you find yourself in Longton, treat yourself to this local gem—you won't leave disappointed!

For any inquiries, feel free to call them at +44 1772 619944. Don’t forget to check out their drinks menu on your next visit!

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Good for solo dining
Good for working on laptop
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Good for groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Pets
Dogs allowed
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Wednesday

8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Thursday

8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Friday

8:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Saturday

8:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Sunday

8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

95 Reviews
C Gregory

17 Sep 2025

Had lunch and a drink, food and service was exceptional

Andrew Walsh

14 Sep 2025

Laid back cafe with small but decent menu. Nice selection of craft beers too.

Rob Lewis

04 Sep 2025

Enjoyed my bin lid breakfast. They were out of hash browns, it was late in the day, but they gave me extra sausages and bacon. All good quality. Not bad value for £8.50. Lots of tables uncleared during my visit which let down the ambience a bit. Good coffee.

Dahlia Rose

29 Aug 2025

Cute little place we decided to try after a nature walk, we ordered smoothies and charcuterie boards, I ordered fish and my friend ordered vegan. Our drinks were lovely but we noticed mix ups with our food on arrival, mine wasn't fish but meat, on the menu I didn't see a meat option, only fish, vegetarian and vegan but I didn't mind as I'd have picked meat if it was there anyway. My friend had chosen vegan and we noticed issues after she tried the cheese, unfortunately it wasn't vegan and this was a bit upsetting. We let the staff know and they apologised and corrected it best they could, there was still some stuff not vegan on her board that needed correcting and now they realised both our orders were wrong, mine was fine as I've no dietary requirements but unfortunately her eating animal produce when strictly vegan is a bad moment. Honestly the staff were lovely and very apologetic, my friend didn't kick up too much fuss but she was now anxious of what she was eating so needed extra confirmation on items which the staff kindly provided. The food once sorted though was enjoyable and what we needed after our walk, wasn't too filling and a great variety for us to try. I would recommend this place

Rebecca Verdonkschot

22 Aug 2025

Very lucky that they were open Easter Sunday. Ordered two bacon, sausage and poached egg breakfast sandwiches. Absolutely delicious. Freshly cooked to order.. just fab.

Emmie Doyle

05 Aug 2025

Called into the Lemon Tree Cafe, while on a training day. Staff were polite and friendly and happy to serve us. Food was beautifully presented and tasty, you got a lot of food for your money, my friends bacon sandwich was loaded with bacon, and the sausages were gorgeous.

Martin Fowler

30 Jul 2025

Very nice bacon butty on toasted brown with two poached eggs. Seating inside and out. Couldn't see a real espresso machine, so went for the safe cup of tea option. There's some more seating around the back, but we sat in the sun at the front. Apparently, they serve beers and cocktails too, and we should have taken more time to look at the menu, which looked interesting.

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