The Hidden Gem Coffee Shop
Homemade food, organic cakes and more teas than we can list.
The Vine
Long before this was a coffee shop, she was already here. Our ancient grape vine has been growing within these walled gardens for over 45 years, making her one of the most remarkable living things in all of Heaton Park.
She has been photographed thousands of times by visitors who could not quite believe what they were looking at. Come and see for yourself.
Coffee & Teas
Every cup is made with care. Our coffee is freshly ground to order and our teas are, quite honestly, too plentiful to list.
Whatever you are in the mood for, you will find something worth sitting down for at The Hidden Gem.
The Glasshouse
Step inside our glasshouse café and you will find somewhere genuinely worth lingering. Light-filled and calm, it is a world away from the ordinary.
Cakes & Pastries
We have strong opinions about cake, and we are not shy about sharing them. Everything here is homemade, organic and baked with the kind of care you can actually taste.
From delicate pastries to generous slices that do not apologise for their size — if you have a sweet tooth, you have come to the right place. Our staff take enormous pride in what comes out of this kitchen, and honestly, so do we.
New Menu Coming Soon
We are putting the finishing touches on our new homemade food menu and it is shaping up to be something special. Think proper homemade pies, warming soups, fresh seasonal specials and honest food made from good local ingredients.