St Helens' top places to enjoy breakfast on English Breakfast Day

Bacon, sausage, eggs, hash browns, beans and toast.

Do you add tomatoes? Or mushrooms? Or fried bread?

Today is English Breakfast Day - a day dedicated to showcasing the country's long-standing tradition of starting your morning with a hearty meal.

The celebratory day takes place on December 2 every year and is a chance to support local farmers, butchers and chefs selling and serving local produce as well as introduce new fans to the English breakfast.

Earlier this year, as part of our search to find the best that Wirral has to offer in 23 different categories, we wanted to see where in the town serves the best breakfast.

Shakey J's on High Street in Newton-le-Willows took top spot but nine other venues also made the shortlist.

Here is a rundown of the top ten places to enjoy breakfast in St Helens - why not give one of them a try on English Breakfast Day?

OUR TEN BEST FOR BREAKFAST FINALISTS:

Shakey J's

Shakey J’s, High Street, Newton-le-Willows

There’s something for everyone at Shakey J’s where the “staff are friendly and it’s always a warm and fun environment”.

One nomination said: “It’s absolutely the best breakfast in the north west.

“All made fresh to order and served in an army style tin.

“Second to none!”

And they took the Best for Breakfast crown!

For more details go to facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063525765399

The Courtyard Coffee Shop

Courtyard Café, City Road, Windle, St Helens

Happy customers always enjoy a “lovely experience” here where “the standard of food and service are absolutely fantastic”.

One nomination said: “This is by far the best breakfast anywhere let alone St Helens.”

For more details go to facebook.com/thecourtyardsthelens

What's Cookin' Earlestown

What’s Cookin’ Earlestown, Bridge Street, Newton-le-Willows

One review on their Facebook page said: “The nicest breakfast I’ve ever had!

“It’s spot on and they’re lovely staff working in a lovely clean shop.

“I can’t wait to visit again.”

For more details go to facebook.com/WhatsCookinEARLESTOWN

Toast Coffee House

Toast Coffee House, Dentons Green Lane, St Helens

This popular place is no stranger to our Best of competitions having taken St Helens’ Best for Breakfast 2022.

Satisfied customers like the “lovely breakfasts and fantastic service” and everything on the menu is “reasonably priced”.

One reviewer said they couldn’t wait to make a return visit.

For more details go to facebook.com/yummytoast

Park Road Cafe

Park Road Café, Park Road, St Helens

With small, medium and large breakfasts this popular place caters for all appetites.

One nomination said: “Amazing food and top notch service.”

Another said: “Their breakfast is always cooked to perfection and piping hot until the last bite.”

For more details go to facebook.com/PRCSTHELENS

Lily's Victorian Tearooms

Lily’s Victorian Tea Rooms, Hall Street, St Helens

Visitors to this venue recommend adding mushrooms and black pudding to the breakfast.

One review said: “It’s perfectly cooked and just enough.

“I’d definitely recommend it.”

For more details go to facebook.com/LilysVictorianTeaRooms

The Wood Pit Cafe and Bistro

The Wood Pit Café and Bistro, Church Road, Haydock

One nomination said: “I’ve tried the rest and this is hands down the best.”

Another likes the friendly atmosphere and staff.

There’s 25 per cent off all breakfasts this weekend too!

For more details go to facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090102863853

Algrante's Coffee Shop

Algrante’s Coffee Shop, Four Acre Lane, Clock Face, St Helens

One happy customer said: “Always gorgeous food and good service too.”

Another said they wished they lived nearer so they could visit more often.

For more details go to facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063552487966

The Park Bar and Kitchen

The Park Bar and Kitchen, Sherdley Park, St Helens

Customers “can’t fault the food or service” at this hidden gem of a restaurant tucked away inside Sherdley Park.

Bank holiday breakfasts here in the sunshine get the thumbs up.

For more details go to facebook.com/TheParkBK

Bridge Farm Rainford

Bridge Farm, Rainford

One recommendation said: “Excellent service along with first class food every time.”

What better praise is there?

The eggs Benedict received a special mention.

For more details go to facebook.com/BridgeFarmRainford