Here at the Chronicle & Echo, we are proud of the eateries that Northampton’s hospitality industry has to offer.
We have collated a list of our top 10 hidden gem places to eat across the town, just in time to make your weekend reservation.
Some of these venues are physically tucked away in residential and rural areas that you may not have passed by, and others you simply may not have heard of through word of mouth.
Whether you are looking to stop by and pick something up for the road, or book in for lunch or dinner, there is something here for everyone to enjoy.
Take a look at our top 10 hidden gem places to eat in Northampton…
5. Spread - Abington
Coffee and sandwich shop Spread first opened at the start of the year in Adnitt Road, Abington. Its sandwiches have gone down a storm and the venue is now stocking sweet treats from other independent businesses to show their support. As you can see from the photo, Spread does not do sandwiches by halves. Photo: Spread
6. Waterside Cafe - Bedford Road
Waterside Cafe offers fresh and tasty food for customers to enjoy indoors, or to takeaway while you wander on a walk of the venue’s beautiful surroundings. Being located at Northampton Active in Bedford Road, you can watch those taking part in whitewater activities or paddling on the river in a boat seven days a week. Photo: Waterside Cafe
7. The Walnut Tree Inn - Blisworth
The Walnut Tree Inn is a family-run hotel, bar and restaurant, offering a relaxed environment, quality food and drink, and entertainment in the form of live music and comedy. Perfect for a weekend meal out with loved ones, the menu boasts a wide variety – from sharing boards to burgers, pizzas and salads. Photo: The Walnut Tree Inn
8. The Drovers Return - Hunsbury
Tucked away at Hunsbury Hill Country Park, The Drovers Return Cafe is one of Northampton’s unique and hidden gems – but proves popular among those who know it exists. Open from 9am until 4pm everyday, the cafe is an ideal location to grab a drink and a bite to eat before or after a weekend walk. Photo: The Drovers Return