Parliament sq cafe & deli — Restaurant in Oldham

Visited this cafe last year with my work colleague and her children, were treated nice due to the race mixture in our party (non white and white). It was my partner's birthday today and we decided to visit this cafe again as I thought I would actually get the same courtesy when I visited months earlier with the colleague but boy was I wrong. On entering the cafe, the staff a young girl saw us, she didn't say hello and decided to ignore us, we stood near the entrance for a couple of minutes and then decided to go and sit down, we sat down and still the staff didn't come over to introduce herself nor did she tell us how the cafe operate as things might have changed from the last time I visited, after about 10 minutes of sitting down in the cafe we decided to leave due to the customer service being appalling, on leaving the same staff didn't ask why we were leaving nor did she say anything else to us, she just watched us leave, this is a racist cafe, the staff is racist towards non-whites and I would advise anyone that is non white not to visit or spend a penny in this cafe. We were looking to spend around £30 in Parliament Square cafe and deli but due to their racist and prejudiced ways we decided to go to Sainsbury's cafe just a few minutes walk away from Parliament Square, there we spent £15, Parliament square Cafe and Deli could have gained £30 from us, but their prejudiced and racists ways allowed them to loose this, Parliament Square Cafe and Deli manager or owner needs to train their staff to treat everyone regardless of their...

We visited on a weekend around 3.30pm. We patiently waited and read the menu as the young girl behind the counter was busy talking to her colleague. She eventually turned to us without saying anything.  We greeted her but she replied "We are not taking food orders, the kitchen's closed."  We responded we didn't want food just cold coffee.  She replied "we close at 4pm." We responded that was fine too. Whilst talking to us she continued her conversation with her collegue, walked off, came back,  couldn't find the card machine, walked off again before returning and muttering a nonchalant "sorry"  She instructed us to sit as she'd bring the coffee over.

We weren't able to enjoy nor finish our coffees when we finally got it as there was hardly 10 minutes remaining before closing.  We felt under pressure to gulp it down and leave!

I must mention that the reasons we remained cool, calm and polite is because we gave the staff/girl the benefit of doubt and tried to be understanding (maybe she had a long day...)   However, I concede that sometimes unprofessionalism and rudeness should be addressed...

A Hidden Gem in Oldham: Parliament Square Cafe and Deli

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Parliament Square Cafe and Deli in Oldham, and I must say, it was an exceptional experience! The highlight of my visit was the steak sandwich - a dish that truly rivaled restaurant-quality offerings. Not only was the steak cooked to perfection, but the portion size was generous, providing great value for the price.

What sets this cafe apart is its commitment to quality and service. The atmosphere is inviting, making it a perfect spot for both casual lunches and special occasions. The staff were friendly and attentive, ensuring a delightful dining experience.

I am a firm believer in supporting local businesses, and Parliament Square Cafe and Deli is exactly the kind of local gem that deserves our patronage. Its unique charm and outstanding cuisine make it stand out from mainstream options. I will definitely be recommending this cafe to friends, family, and anyone looking for a top-notch dining experience in Oldham. Do yourself a favor and visit this delightful spot – you won't be...