Tucked away in the heart of Allahabad, Old School Cafe revives India’s coffee-house heritage with vintage wooden benches, black-and-white college portraits and the constant swirl of filter-coffee aroma. Here, students debate over frothy cappuccinos, elderly poets scribble verses in dust-covered notebooks, and travellers discover how a single cup can steep local history into every sip.
Civil Lines, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh 211001, India
+91 63942 81600
Old School Cafe in Civil Lines, Prayagraj, distills the city’s love for strong, no-frills coffee: the filter brew is dark, brisk and served at the right temperature, the sandwiches are grilled to order, and the vintage-school-desk seating gives you a quiet corner to read or work without feeling rushed; service is prompt, prices stay student-friendly, and the 4-star local rating feels fair for a spot that keeps the focus on consistent taste rather than frills—call ahead on +91 63942 81600 because the compact space fills up fast.
| Sunday | 12–10:30 PM |
| Monday | 12–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 12–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–10 PM |
| Thursday | 12–10 PM |
| Friday | 12–10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 12–10:30 PM |
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Where exactly is Old School Cafe located in Prayagraj?
Old School Cafe stands in the heart of Civil Lines, the leafy colonial quarter of Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh 211001, India, a two-minute walk from the Allahabad High Court and directly opposite the Civil Lines bus stand.
Can I reserve a table, and what is the contact number?
Yes, reservations are recommended for weekend evenings; simply call +91 63942 81600 between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. and the staff will hold your preferred indoor booth or veranda seating for up to 15 minutes past the booked time.
Does the café offer vegan or gluten-free options?
While Old School Cafe is celebrated for its hand-churned milkshakes and buttery bun maska, the kitchen happily prepares vegan oat-milk cold brews and gluten-free chickpea flour waffles on request, ensuring no cross-contamination by using separate griddles and sanitised utensils.
Is there parking available nearby?
Although the heritage building has no dedicated lot, visitors can safely park cars and two-wheelers in the municipal pay-and-park zone just 50 metres away on Thornhill Road, where four-wheeler slots are monitored by CCTV and cost ₹20 for the first two hours.
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