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Kings Arcade0.2 mi from Lancaster centrelast reviewed May 2026

Carringtons in the machine at a Lancaster record shop. The mocha is what regulars come back for, not the vinyl.

A record shop that sourced Carringtons and made the mocha its signature.

4.9★★★★½(26)
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What we love

  • Coffee from Carringtons, a named specialty roaster
  • The mocha is the house standout, rated the best in Lancaster by locals
  • Record shop and live music venue with its own food offer
  • Independent curation throughout: vinyl, music, beans

Location

7, Kings Arcade, King St, Lancaster LA1 1LE, UK

0.2 mi from Lancaster centre

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