October 1 is International Coffee Day a day dedicated to the steaming brew that gets many of us through the day, and if you’re looking for somewhere to go in Carlisle this weekend we’ve got a list of your favourites.

When it comes to a nice day out, you can’t go wrong with a nice cup of coffee or tea. Tasty sandwiches, hot tea and sweet treats – bliss!

So if you’re wanting to “celebrate” the annual day, then here are five of the best cafes with at least a 4.5 Tripadvisor rating.

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Foxes Café Lounge

Tripadvisor rating: 4.5/5
Where is it: 18 Abbey Street, Carlisle CA3 8TX

Foxes Café Lounge is described as a “cosy café” with a lovely full breakfast. Some reviews are mixed, however positive comments prevail making it the top coffee house according to reviews.

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I Love Café Carlisle

Tripadvisor rating: 4.5/5
Where is it: Fisher Street 4 Kinmont Arcade, Carlisle CA3 8RN

Reviews of I Love Café are overwhelmingly positive, with customers praising everything from the service to the delicious food. 

John Watt & Son

Tripadvisor rating: 4.5/5
Where is it: 11 Bank Street, Carlisle CA3 8HG

John Watt & Son is described by reviewers as having great choices and even better coffee.

Coffee Genius

Tripadvisor rating: 4.5/5
Where is it: 20-21 St Cuthberts Lane, Carlisle CA3 8AG

Another highly rated Carlisle establishment, one reviewer calls Coffee Genius “the best coffee in town”.

The Arches Coffee House

Tripadvisor rating: 4.5/5
Where is it: 21 Fisher Street, Carlisle CA3 8RF

Another positively reviewed coffee house in Carlisle with reviewers calling it a “gem of a place”.