The Merchant of Venice Loseby Lane


Following the success of their original cafe on Granby Street, the Merchant of Venice have opened another venue on Loseby Lane
Following the success of their original cafe on Granby Street, the Merchant of Venice have opened another venue on Loseby Lane in Leicester's historic heart.
The Merchant of Venice is inspired by both the great Bard himself, and by authentic Italian flavours. They believe that Leicester deserves to enjoy the aromatic, gourmet flavours of authentic Italian coffee, ice cream, pastries, salads and more.
Nearly 500 years since the Venetians became the first to embrace café life, the Merchant of Venice has created a special space that's inspired by Shakespeare's classic tale.
It's for the cognoscenti… It's for everyone who appreciates that barista is an Italian word!
So prepare to step onto the stage of the city's most imaginative new coffee adventure.
The Merchant of Venice is inspired by both the great Bard himself, and by authentic Italian flavours. They believe that Leicester deserves to enjoy the aromatic, gourmet flavours of authentic Italian coffee, ice cream, pastries, salads and more.
Nearly 500 years since the Venetians became the first to embrace café life, the Merchant of Venice has created a special space that's inspired by Shakespeare's classic tale.
It's for the cognoscenti… It's for everyone who appreciates that barista is an Italian word!
So prepare to step onto the stage of the city's most imaginative new coffee adventure.

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Opening hours
- Monday: 08:00-22:00
- Tuesday: 08:00-22:00
- Wednesday: 08:00-22:00
- Thursday: 08:00-22:00
- Friday: 08:00-00:00
- Saturday: 08:00-00:00
- Sunday: 09:00-16:00