Website concept for Old Town Cafe and Gallery by Forge Lead. Not the official site.

Coffee, cake and paintings on Parson's Street.

A small, friendly deli cafe in Banbury's old town, with art on every wall. Pull up a chair, have a proper breakfast, and do the crossword with one of our pens.

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Open Wednesday to Saturday, 9am to 4pm.

The Old Town Deli Cafe shopfront on Parson's Street with bistro chairs outside

On the walls

The cafe doubles as a gallery. Here's what's hanging, and what's on the plate.

Inside the cafe: red walls hung with paintings, tables and a wooden staircase
The front roomRed walls, paintings, the stairs up
A latte with a heart in the foam
LatteMilk, espresso, a steady hand
Slices of homemade cakes and bakes
Still life with cakeWhatever's on the counter today
Hot chocolate topped with cream and pink and white marshmallows
Hot chocolateWith marshmallows, obviously
A corner of the cafe with bunting, flowers and metal bistro chairs
The back cornerBunting, flowers, a quiet table
A plate with salad and a filled roll
LunchFresh salad, filled roll

What people come back for

  • Breakfasts of all sorts
  • Bacon buttiesA Saturday morning favourite
  • Huge sandwichesTry the chicken and chorizo
  • Homemade spinach and feta
  • Specials and cakes on display
  • Coffee, lattes and marshmallow hot chocolate
  • Takeaway lunches

Most things cost under £10. Full menu coming soon.

The Artery, through the cafe

Walk through the cafe to find The Artery, Banbury's small art shop and art class studio. Pick up paints and paper, or join one of Barry's watercolour lessons.

The cafe frontage on Parson's Street with an A-board outside

Kind words

"Wow what a little gem in Banbury. Very friendly service, quality food and ingredients all at a sensible price."

Google review

"Just higgledy-piggledy enough to be eclectic without being jumbled."

Google review

"I really enjoy Barry's watercolouring lessons. Such amazing atmosphere."

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Visit

21 Parson's Street
Banbury OX16 5LY
Monday and TuesdayClosed
Wednesday to Saturday9am to 4pm
SundayClosed