NORMAN'S // 46-52 ST95 // 53-57 SAM HYDE

Understated, unapologetic. A throwback to timeless comfort classics. Norman’s Cafe is giving people exactly what they want, nothing less nothing more. We spoke with owners Elliott Kaye and Richie Hayes to understand why Norman’s has got people so excited. Spoiler, it is almost certainly the house brown…

Norman’s Cafe opened in late 2020 and since then has amassed a cult following. What encouraged you to open Norman’s originally? Richie and I met working in cafes and restaurants eight years ago and immediately both wanted to open a cafe like Norman's. We wanted to create an accessible and affordable cafe that welcomed all of the community. PICTURED RICHIE HAYES ELLIOTT KAYE

WORDS JAI MCINTOSH

Why do you think there is such an appetite for the food you make and the content you produce? It’s just food we grew up with so I think we are just sharing the same experience that a lot of people had growing up in the UK. Exactly what you need from time to time.

What was the thinking behind the classic British cafe menu? We love this kind of food. We wanted to give people food that was more recognisable and, in turn, create a comfortable environment .

What has undoubtedly captivated people’s attention onto Norman’s Cafe is the artistic direction and aesthetic employed in every aspect of the cafe, not just the food. Why do you think this is? It is uncomplicated and is what it is.

Norman’s menu is affordable and self-aware that the nature of food being served is not typically expensive and the price is reflective of that. You could have potentially charged more, why didn’t you? We feel it would have gone against what we were, against the nature of the food we serve and would hinder the community building aspect.

Rank from most to least important the ingredients for a Full English Breakfast We can’t rank them. All the ingredients in a Full English are what make it so good. The thing about a full English is you can add plenty of things to cater towards your preferences. We like to add black pudding and some brown sauce.

Red or Brown sauce? Brown sauce because we make it in house and it's great.

Tea or Coffee? Cuppa tea, With tea bag left in.

What is the one meal you’re yet to serve at Norman’s that you would love to? Scouse for sure! We are waiting for beetroot season.

Lastly, what does 2022 hold for Norman’s Cafe? Expansion..Hopefully.

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