Blackwell Bites

89 Blackwell Rd, Currock, Carlisle CA2 4EH, United Kingdom
$$$ cafe
(75 Reviews)
Price Range £1–10

If you’re wandering through Carlisle and find yourself craving a delicious bite, look no further than Blackwell Bites. Nestled at 89 Blackwell Rd in Currock, this local cafe has quickly earned its reputation as a beloved spot among residents and visitors alike. With an inviting atmosphere and a heartfelt commitment to quality, it serves not only as a dining destination but as a community hub.

Blackwell Bites excels in delivering an array of mouthwatering options, particularly known for their signature sandwiches and homemade baguettes. Each sandwich is crafted with generous, flavorful fillings that feel like a warm hug for your tastebuds. One customer, Ellie Hill, raves, “My favourite sandwich shop in Carlisle! The staff are lovely, always welcoming and smiling. The food is amazing, very generous portion sizes and very reasonably priced too.” This sentiment echoes the cafe's ethos of comfort and accessibility.

Among the highlights on the menu is the Blackwell Melt, a cheesy, gooey marvel that has caught the hearts of many. For breakfast lovers, the breakfast baps are an essential treat to kick-start your day, with customers like Don Mitchell expressing their love for a meal that “sets me up for a good part of the day.” Those in search of something hearty should not miss the roast beef baguette, indicated by P Turner as “unreal” and packed with flavor.

The ambiance at Blackwell Bites is just as delightful as the food. With cozy indoor seating, it invites you to sit back and savor your meal while chatting with friends, family, or even striking up a conversation with the friendly staff. The commitment to customer service shines through every touchpoint, as demonstrated by Jason Bell, who notes, “Friendly, fast and very affordable. Better food than any chain restaurant, better portions, healthier...”

While Blackwell Bites enjoys tremendous popularity, some patrons, including Péter Dömötörfi, have pointed out that service can be impacted during busier times due to occasional staff shortages. However, the overwhelming consensus remains that the food is worth any wait, making this an indulgent experience that is cherished by many.

Whether you’re popping in for a takeaway or settling down for a meal, Blackwell Bites stands out as a shining gem in Carlisle’s food scene, where each visit feels like a special treat. Discover why this little cafe has captured the hearts of so many—stop in and let your taste buds embark on a delicious journey today!

Service options
Takeaway
Dine-in
Highlights
Great coffee
Great dessert
Great tea selection
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Offerings
Coffee
Quick bite
Small plates
Dining options
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dessert
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

09:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Tuesday

09:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Wednesday

09:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Thursday

09:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Friday

09:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Saturday

09:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Sunday

Closed

75 Reviews
Jonathan Bartlett

02 Sep 2025

Food is always awesome service friendly there’s not many nice food spots in Carlisle but this is certainly one of them

Péter Dömötörfi

21 Aug 2025

Very nice food, but short on staff sometimes and that makes the waiting quite long. Still it's worth it. I recommend it.

Russell Donaldson

15 Jul 2025

I would like to say a big thanks to Leanne and the girls at blackwell bites who done our buffet for our Christmas party.. the food was lovely with lots of different sandwiches, chicken legs, satay on stock, sausage rolls, etc all very nice highly recommended.. Russell ddp

Ellie Hill

12 Jul 2025

My favourite sandwich shop in Carlisle! The staff are lovely, always welcoming and smiling. The food is amazing, very generous portion sizes and very reasonably priced too. Would recommend to anyone!

P Turner

01 Jul 2025

Best baguette shop in carlisle without a doubt. Tasty homemade fillings, good choice of specials and baguettes are jam-packed. Oh and the roast beef is unreal.

Jason Bell

30 Jun 2025

Friendly, fast and very affordable. Better food than any chain restaurant, better portions, healthier... Great little indoor seating too. The ladies really do make that extra effort to deliver.

Don Mitchell

06 Jun 2025

I love the blackwell melt, so tasty. The breakfast balms are great, sets me up for a good part of the day. Always a welcome when you go in, very helpful.

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