Larssons Coffee House Looe Cornwall, for the best coffee in Looe

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Larsson’s Licensed Coffee House and Crêperie in Buller Street, East Looe is not just a coffee house, it’s a gastronomic institution.

In the busy heart of Looe, this popular meeting place offers coffee, soft drinks, wines and spirits, food, music evenings and the famous Larsson’s Dining Club.

The ambiance from this warm and inviting coffee crêperie comes from its rustic decor, which has been designed from paintings by Carl Larsson, a well known Swedish artist who painted delightful pictures of his family and home. These are reflected in Larsson’s interior and enjoyed by everyone who visits.

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Larssons Coffee House Open seven evenings a week during the summer and at weekends during the winter, Larsson’s is always busy with local and visitors. Maybe it’s the friendly welcome from Martin, the owner, or the mouth watering sweet and savoury French crêpes, paninis, gateaux, cakes, French wine, beer and amazing coffee.

While on the subject of food, Larsson’s crêpes are legendary. There are a dozen or so original savoury Crêpe Platters and the range is altered several times a year for the introduction of new dishes and to bring back some old friends.

At the number one spot for 2011 is the new El Matador Diablo. Smoked bacon and chorizo on spinach and rocket with cayenne mayonnaise and crispy pancetta. More traditional is the Italian Job, with tomato, mozarella and basil. The Skandinavian is a wonderful combo of Emmenthal cheese and smoked salmon, a rich Crême Fraïche sauce, onions and egg yolk. They are all delicious.

For a sweeter experience, try the Käsekuchen mit Schlagsahne. This delicious pudding is German baked cheese cake accompanied by whipped cream. So good, it’s the signature dish of Larsson’s.

If you and your friends like a good blowout then Larsson’s Dining Club won’t disappoint. The Club offers intimate evening dining for Parties (max 12), Families (must get on), Romantic Couples (again, must get on!) and Individualists (don’t mind sharing a table). The meal is three course and includes:

Antipasta
Swiss cheese fondue or
Cornish cheese fondue with apple or
Breton seafood Crëpe in a white wine, béchamel and parsley sauce – this includes scallops, mussels, crab or prawn depending on season
Züricher steak with garlic butter, rosti potatoes, salad, schnitzel and more

Music in Looe

In 2009, Larsson’s became a venue for up-and-coming local musicians to showcase their songs and music. It became an instant hit with artists Clare Stokes, Jason Smallwood and Ben Oldfield being just three of the many who have played here.

In August Clare performed her own songs and will be returning over Christmas. Jason, who is a well known local musician and songwriter played several songs from his new album and Ben, new to Cornwall, will be at Larsson’s in October singing a mix of songs.

Finally

The guest’s comments about Larsson’s are to put it simply, very complimentary. The service is second to none, the food and drink is amazing and the conversation intelligent, witty and interesting. People often come back to Looe for a coffee at Larsson’s!

Larsson’s Licensed Coffee House and Crêperie – it’s our very own gastronomic institution.