Caffè Nero

Need a reliable coffee in town? Caffè Nero on Chapel Street is pretty much always a safe bet. It's got a solid 4.1 stars from over 750 Google reviews, so people generally seem happy enough. You know what you're getting: decent coffee, the usual cakes, and a few light lunch bits. It's a chain, obviously, but sometimes that consistency is exactly what you need.

It's a good shout if you're looking for somewhere to kill half an hour while the other half does some shopping, or if the weather's turned proper Merseyside on you. Plenty of seating inside, so it's usually easy enough to grab a spot, even on a busy Saturday. Price-wise, it's about what you'd expect – not the cheapest coffee in Southport, but not going to break the bank either.

They're open early and late, seven days a week (from 7:30 AM most days, and 9 AM on Sundays) so it's handy if you need a caffeine hit before the shops even open. They’ve got the number plastered all over their website, but it's 01704 541920 if you desperately need to check something.

One thing to remember: Chapel Street parking can be a nightmare, so factor in a bit of extra time to find a space, or park further out and walk in.