At a time when many High Street chains are leaving Rhyl town centre, there is some comfort in the small businesses keeping the town alive.
It is in the area of food that Rhyl perhaps punches above its weight as there are many fine, independent eateries to choose from.
From award-winning chippies, to traditional cafes, and those bringing a taste o Shri Lanka, the Caribbean, China, and many more, there is plenty of choice when looking to eat out in Rhyl.
Artisan Cafe and Bistro in Rhyl.
One of my favourites is Artisan Cafe and Bistro on Market Street.
With Welsh and Italian flags above the window, it is a place that marries two cultures renowned for their hospitality and love of food.
Artisan Cafe and Bistro in Rhyl.
So when attending the North Wales Macabre Market in Rhyl recently, my friend and I decided to call he for breakfast before the market doors opened.
We had been there several months earlier when we attended Rhyller Thriller, and to our surprise the patron recognised us and welcome us like old friends.
Artisan Cafe and Bistro in Rhyl. Veggie breakfast.
It is the sense of being part of the community that really strikes be about this cafe.
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As more people came in, they were welcomed like friends, tables and chairs were moved to accommodate their needs, and conversations were continued from previous visits.
Artisan Cafe and Bistro in Rhyl. Veggie breakfast.
To that end, everyone in the cafe was called in to help with a lady who was trying to remember who sang a certain song of yesteryear.
I admitted that I consulted to Google gods to find out the answer , and politely declined when invited to entertain the other customers with my own rendition.
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There really is a sense that nothing is too much trouble for the staff here when it comes to their customers.
I ordered the traditional breakfast while my friend had the vegetarian option.
Artisan Cafe and Bistro in Rhyl. Veggie breakfast.
He was particularly impressed as they serve Glamorgan sausages here, which are a sausage in their own right rather than trying to emulate the meaty variety.
Artisan Cafe and Bistro in Rhyl. Traditional breakfast..
The traditional breakfast was good, the bacon was cooked well and the yolk of the fried eggs were runny and calling out for the toast to be dipped into them.
The hash browns were crispy and everything was served pleasantly hot.
Artisan Cafe and Bistro in Rhyl. Latte.
Oat milk was available for the latte, which is always a plus for me.
Recalling out previous visit, we had enjoyed past dishes that time.
Artisan Cafe and Bistro in Rhyl. Pasta dish.
Artisan Cafe and Bistro in Rhyl. Vegetaarian lasagne.
And the menu certainly offers many delightful sounding Italian dishes.
Artisan has also recently added it's Christmas menu, so there are plenty of new dishes to try on repeat visits.
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