Blackpool’s Independent

Late Night Coffee Shop

and board game cafe!

Blackpool’s late-night coffee lounge for people who don’t really do early nights, beige vibes, or being told to behave.

We’re not just a café.
We’re a hangout. A hideout. A soft place for loud thoughts and quiet rebels.

By day, we’re cosy chaos. By night, we’re a low-lit lounge where time stretches, conversations get weird, and nobody’s asking why you’re still here — because we’re open late every single day. Stay as long as you need. Or until the game ends.

Our matcha is sustainably sourced, our coffee is made properly, and our cakes — vegan, gluten-free, or unapologetically indulgent — all cost the same. No upgrades. No guilt tax. No hierarchy.

And yeah — we’re a graffiti café.
The walls are meant to be touched, tagged, scribbled on, argued with. Leave a mark, write a confession, draw something unhinged. This place doesn’t exist without the people inside it.

Pull up a chair indoors or spill out into the sun when it shows up. It’s prime territory for plotting, flirting, decompressing, people-watching like it’s a competitive sport. Dogs are always welcome — frankly, they set the standard. 🐾

We’ve got 70+ board games for slow afternoons, unhinged rivalries, and nights when home feels a bit too quiet and you’re not done being human yet.

Everything here runs on people power. Community groups. Food-bank drink swaps. Radical kindness without the performative nonsense. If you need a space that doesn’t judge, rush, or side-eye you — this is it.

So come for the coffee.
Stay because it feels right. Stay because it’s late. Stay because you left your mark on the wall and you want to see who adds to it next.

Find us
Storefront with sign 'MUG LIFE CRISIS', featuring signs for MATCHA, COFFEE, and CHAI, with an open sign visible in the window.
A person holding a cup of cappuccino with foam art, inside a cafe with a counter, colorful chairs, and arcade machines in the background.
Indoor scene with a wooden surface holding potted plants, decorative containers, and small string lights. A wall-mounted metal shelf with plants and a sign is visible in the background.
Iced strawberry matcha latte in a clear cup with Mug Life Crisis café logo sticker, against a pink reflective background
Interior of a cafe or restaurant with metal and cushioned chairs, a colorful display board, and a decorative wall in the background.

Served with Style.

Interior of a cozy cafe with a pastel-colored sofa, two pink round stools, a colorful wooden table, and various wall decorations including plants, signs, and posters.
Interior of a cozy cafe or shop with wooden countertops, a striped couch, and a checkered table. There are colorful string lights, a Christmas tree, and various printed signs and decorations on the walls.

Boardgames and more!

  • A table with a chess game set up, UNO cards, and four board games stacked on top, including 'Mr. Lister's Quiz Shootout,' 'Weird Things Humans Search For,' 'What Game First?,' and 'Spears.' In the background, a colorful painting leans against the wall, and part of a patterned chair is visible.

    Play it

    With over 70 board games to choose from, our growing library has something to spark every kind of game night—from classic brain-teasers like Chess to fast-paced favourites like Uno, plus a mix of party games, strategy, and quirky cult hits. Whether you’re here to challenge your mind or just have a laugh, the perfect game is waiting for you at Mug Life Crisis

  • A colorful patchwork sofa in front of a wall decorated with framed art of flamingos, ostriches, and other animals. To the left, a red bookshelf with books, and a green tray with white leaf patterns on top of a table.

    Read it

    From niche curiosities to esoteric gems, our bookcase is packed with intriguing reads that spark conversation and curiosity. Whether you’re diving into something thought-provoking or just browsing for a hidden treasure, there’s a story waiting to pull you in at Mug Life Crisis.

  • Tarot cards on a table, with one card titled 'Princess of Cups' and another titled 'Princess of Wands'

    Tarot?

    Every Monday

    Whether you’re curious, skeptical, or just in need of a fresh perspective, book your tarot read right here in the shop—a little mystical fun to spark insight and conversation. Paired with our carefully curated in-shop books, it’s the perfect blend of mystery and meaning waiting for you at Mug Life Crisis.

The image shows the text 'MUG LIFE' with the word 'CRISIS' underneath, styled inside a splash-like shape with several smaller circles around it.

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