Nestled in the heart of Chester, Black Sheep Coffee at 5 Northgate St, CH1 2HA has carved out a niche as a beloved coffee destination. Patrons rave about the incredible coffee, with standout recommendations like the honey oat latte praised by fans such as Di Jones. The warmth of the staff adds a personal touch; Freya, Maisie, Peter, and others create an inviting atmosphere that keeps customers returning.
The establishment exudes a simple yet artistic flair, blending cool industrial vibes with charming touches like communal art projects, which enhance the experience. Andrew Goodwin noted the delightful ambiance perfect for both quick visits and leisurely work sessions, while Lucy McHugh emphasized the chill vibes and clean, tidy spaces.
Food may not be the focus, but the aromatic pastries, like the almond croissant, complement the coffee beautifully. Regulars like Joel Felton appreciate the reliable service and consistent quality, making weekends at Black Sheep a highlight. Overall, whether you’re after a coffee to-go or a cozy spot to linger, Black Sheep Coffee Chester delivers an unmatched experience sure to leave you smiling.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
No wheelchair-accessible car park
Service options
Has no-contact delivery
Offers delivery
On-site services available
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
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 coffee
Has free water refills
Sells prepared foods
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dessert
Amenities
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Popular with university students
Planning
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Difficult to find a space
Pets
Dogs allowed
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Reviews For Black Sheep Coffee Chester CH1 2HA
Di Jones
Jul 1,2025
This is THE MOST AMAZING COFFEE SHOP EVER I can’t stop coming here, the coffee is INCREDIBLE and the staff are so friendly and welcoming, they recommend the nicest drinks and make my day, I always end up leaving with a big smile on my face! Freya, Maisie and Peter are lovely and the best baristas I’ve ever seen! Please come to black sheep coffee, when I tried it for the first time, my words were “this is the best coffee I’ve ever had!” The best coffee in my opinion is the honey oat latte, no cardamom, and I would highly recommend, but to be honest all the coffees are so nice! Truly amazing and I’ll be coming for many more years :) EDIT- just been again and I can confirm it's the BEST coffee shop
Andrew Goodwin
Jun 28,2025
Cant rate food as didnt have any but hot choclate was amazing. The decor is simple yet artistic with the option of drawing a picture for the wall behind the counter, Which i thought was really nice to see :) i saw served by two lovely young ladys that were welcoming and served me quickly and you could see they want the best experience so congrats megan and ania spot on thank you will defiently be coming back soon
Lucy McHugh
May 11,2025
I'm always very satisfied every time I stop by Black Sheep in Chester. I tend to stay a while to do work because the vibes are always chill, tables are clean and tidy and the noise level perfect. The staff here are lovely as well :)
Wil Chung
May 1,2025
Great coffee and awesome.almond croissant. Order at the counter or via the screens at the front of the coffee shop. This place had quite a cool industrial vibe with some awesome cartoon art around the walls (I found wally!)
Joel Felton
Apr 29,2025
Come here most Sundays. It is the only coffee shop that opens at a proper time, and the coffee is consistently good. Always good music and the staff are always really friendly. Shout-out to Megan and Alex for the top service.
Penny Lane
Apr 27,2025
Another place that I've walked past for years but had never popped in. I met up with a friend and found it to have great vibes, quirky decor and lovely inviting staff. While sat down I had to use the WiFi to reveal the QR code contents. I personally love matcha and so to see so many variants I was beaming. I ended up creating a fresh strawberry and cream matcha. It was perfectly made and tasted yummy. There was no pressure to leave either as appreciated we spent some time there with just that one round of drinks we just not had seen each other for a while m I would definitely return anyway!
Leanne Gibson
Apr 15,2025
We love Black Sheep Coffee Chester, it’s always a good chill atmosphere and the staff are really nice, especially Freya who makes a fuss of my children and is so bubbly. We love the seasonal menus and the drinks are well priced and we get great offers with the reward scheme.
Matthew Brooks
Apr 7,2025
Our first visit to the black sheep coffee shop , it was on a Saturday morning only about 6-8 people in we did have to wait for a while a coffee and a breakfast tea and sharing a very nice chocolate Brownie yes it was very yummy my tea was very refreshing and my good lady's coffee hit a solid 9/10 would we go again Yep definitely recommend it
Reviews For Black Sheep Coffee Chester CH1 2HA