T1 Cafe & Lounge

Sandpiper Rd, Llanelli SA15 4SG, United Kingdom
+44 7929 917042
$$$ Cafe
(66 Reviews)
Price Range £1–10

T1 Cafe & Lounge on Sandpiper Rd in Llanelli strikes a balance between casual comfort and a lively community spot. This is a place where locals drop in not just for a quality caffeine fix but also to settle in for a relaxed catch-up or a solo work session. The atmosphere carries a friendly, down-to-earth vibe—partly thanks to the welcoming team and their resident dog, which adds a homely touch to afternoons here.

The café’s menu invites a range of visits, from a straightforward coffee and cake break to something more substantial. Standout choices like the T1 Special or the Tuna Baked Potato with Salad cater well to those wanting a light but satisfying meal. The coffee is a clear highlight, appealing to those who appreciate well-crafted espresso-based drinks, while the sweet options—particularly their coffee cake—make for a tempting treat alongside a pint, especially on match days when you can catch rugby on screen.

Weekday mornings and lunchtime tend to be lively, with regulars popping in for breakfast or brunch options, including highly praised pancakes that have left runners and cyclists coming back. However, the shorter Saturday hours mean planning ahead is wise if you have your heart set on a weekend coffee stop after a ride or stroll.

Beyond food and drink, T1 offers a genuine local vibe where community moments unfold naturally. It’s the kind of café that comfortably welcomes groups of friends, remote workers with laptops, and rugby fans alike. The surroundings on Sandpiper Rd make it easy to combine a visit here with a walk around Llanelli, making it a practical and pleasant pause in the day’s rhythm.

Highlights
Great coffee
Great dessert
Great tea selection
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
Good for working on laptop
What they serve
Alcohol
Beer
Coffee
Free water refills
Healthy options
Quick bite
Small plates
Spirits
Vegan options
Vegetarian options
Wine
Best for
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dessert
Seating
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Parking
Free parking lot
Parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

08:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Tuesday

08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Wednesday

08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Thursday

08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Friday

08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Saturday

08:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Sunday

Closed

66 Reviews
Emma Bird

04 Jan 2026

My favourite cafe to visit Fred, Sam and the whole team especially resident pooch Mel are so friendly and welcoming. It's a great environment to meet friends, go alone or to catch up with work. The food is top quality and so delicious, the cakes are divine. You can also watch the rugby with a cheeky pint or two. Hurry down to check these guys out

Jon Davies

31 Dec 2025

Great place, friendly, lovely coffee, interesting menu, nice food, quality ingredients freshly... what more would ypu need

Andy Geezer Roper

30 Dec 2025

The best coffee and breakfast i was surprised that the cafe shut at 1230pm on Saturday more disappointing as I was at the end of my ride and was so looking forward to my coffee

Benjamin Thorne

20 Nov 2025

Popped in for brunch after a run, probably the best pancakes I’ve ever had

John Wray

18 Oct 2025

HOMEMADE ICE CREAM, unbelievable good . Made from cream from thier own cows. Went back again the next day for more

Es Dubya

14 Oct 2025

Great coffee, nice cafe. I met a couple of friends, they had the vegetarian breakfast I wish I ordered one too, it looked mega!!

Rajmund Kaluza (Rayu)

03 Oct 2025

What a fantastic food for our Christmas party. Highly recommended. Best food I had so far. 3 course festive dinner. Soup was amazing Stuffed turkey with world class gravy and vegetables Cheese cake just melted Absolutely amazing And they have Mahou

Jayne Thomas

12 Sep 2025

First visit today delicious food and very tasty coffee. Also very dog friendly. Highly recommend

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