Blackpool is well-known as being a seaside resort on the Irish Sea coast in Lancashire, north-west England. But it’s probably best known for Blackpool Pleasure Beach and the Blackpool Tower, which has a glass viewing platform, and the Tower Ballroom, where the Strictly Come Dancing finals take place and, of course, the Blackpool Illuminations.
You may think it is all about candy floss, hot dogs and Blackpool rock, but there are also some very nice places to eat in Blackpool. Read on for some inspiration on the best places to eat in Blackpool.
Hauze Restaurant
28 Talbot Rd, Blackpool FY1 1LF
Hauze is a cosy and friendly family-owned restaurant with dishes composed of various cuisines and a great deal of sophistication. On the menu are meaty and vegetarian options, including build-your-own burgers, and there is huge sushi to choose from. They also have a very impressive cocktail menu.
East4West Indian Restaurant
48 Clifton St, Blackpool FY1 1JP
East4West Indian Restaurant offers incredibly spicy and delicious Indian cuisine in the heart of Blackpool. Popular dishes here include masala, a mild curry prepared and marinated and barbecued in a clay oven, cooked with fresh cream and tandoori sauce.
Mi Casa Su Casa
117 Red Bank Rd, Bispham, Blackpool FY2 9HZ
Mi Casa Su Casa is a family-run Spanish tapas restaurant in Bispham, Blackpool. As with tapas, you can select many dishes to share with your family, with Spanish classics such as pincho moruna (marinated pork fillet pieces) Pescado frito (Mediterranean fish on a bed of roasted vegetables) and tortilla Espanola (Spanish omelette). This is wholesome tasty food at its best.
Please visit their Facebook page for details.
Compass Cafe Bar
https://compass-cafe-bar.business.site/
24 Birley St, Blackpool FY1 1DU
The Compass Cafe Bar is a cosy, kid-friendly cafe that serves delicious pastries, healthy options, tasty breakfasts and coffee. They also offer outdoor seating. The cafe has excellent reviews and is most definitely worth a trip.
Ziggy’s Cafe Bar
https://www.ziggyscafebarblackpool.foodanddrinksites.co.uk/
10 Cedar Square, Blackpool FY1 1BP
Ziggy’s Cafe Bar is a family-run cafe inspired by David Bowie. They serve afternoon tea, homemade cakes, and sharing boards and have a range of coffees, soft drinks and cocktails. They have outside seating and were recently awarded the TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice 2020 award.
Hungarian’s Restaurant
https://hungarians-restaurant.co.uk/
57 Topping St, Blackpool FY1 3AF
This is an independent, family-owned restaurant based in Central Blackpool. The restaurant offers contemporary cuisine with traditional Hungarian specialities, always freshly cooked. They have delicious soft drinks, famous wines, and traditional fruit brandies best known as “palinka.”
Yorkshire Fisheries
https://www.yorkshirefisheries.co.uk/
14-18 Topping St, Blackpool FY1 3AQ
Yorkshire Fisheries is the home of traditional fish and chips in the heart of Blackpool. Both residents and tourists love it, and many customers have been coming to the shop since they were children and, now grown, are bringing their children and grandchildren with them.
The Bank Bar & Grill
https://www.thebankblackpool.com/
28 Corporation St, Blackpool FY1 1EJ
This independent, family-run restaurant is in the heart of Blackpool Town Centre. The Bank Bar & Grill offers locally sourced food and drink service in a modern, relaxed environment. The menu has many options, such as burgers, grilled meats, pizza and pasta, and a children’s menu. There is a wide selection of brunch and evening dining options, a full range of cocktails and an extensive gin bar.
Twisted Indian Street Food
15 Clifton St, Blackpool FY1 1JD
Twisted Indian Street Food is where traditional meets modern. The vision behind the name is to showcase the wide variety of flavours and what can be made out of them with creativity. Their traditional curries taste the way they should without the added preservatives or flavours. This restaurant also features a very cool and funky-looking interior.
Amaro
https://www.facebook.com/amarorestaurant/
109 Church St, Blackpool FY1 1HU
Amaro offers rustic pizzas and hearty pasta served in a small, sit-down place with a classy, subdued feel. Diners rave about the delicious food, with standout dishes including seafood risotto, penne arrabbiata, and salmon tagliatelle. The restaurant also offers a great selection of soft drinks and cocktails, such as the classic Aperol Spritz and Amaro Sour. Vegetarian options are available too.
As you can see, you will be spoilt for choice when looking for places to eat and variety in Blackpool. Do you have a favourite place to eat in Blackpool? Feel free to leave us a comment.