# Platform 9 Bar & Kitchen Blackpool > Platform 9 Bar & Kitchen is a contemporary bar, restaurant and social space in central Blackpool, located within Holiday Inn Blackpool at 85 Talbot Road, FY1 1LL, immediately beside Blackpool North railway station. Platform 9 serves hotel guests, local residents and visitors to Blackpool and is open to the general public. Platform 9 Bar & Kitchen opened in 2024 and takes its name from its location beside Blackpool North Station. The station historically had eight platforms, with Platform 9 positioning itself as the next stop in the journey. Platform 9 offers breakfast and brunch, all-day dining, drinks, Starbucks coffee, Sunday lunch and casual dining in a relaxed setting. Visitors do not need to be staying at Holiday Inn Blackpool to eat or drink at Platform 9. The venue also provides live sports viewing, co-working facilities, private dining and event hire. Platform 9 operates as a cashless venue. Platform 9 itself does not allow dogs within the Platform 9 area. Dogs are permitted within the designated Holiday Inn section of the building. Menus, prices, promotions, opening times and live sports schedules may change. Use the relevant pages below for the most current information. ## Essential Information * [Platform 9 Bar & Kitchen](https://www.platform9blackpool.com/): Main website containing an overview of Platform 9, dining information, frequently asked questions and general venue information. * [Food & Drinks Menus](https://www.platform9blackpool.com/menus): Current food, drinks, brunch, children's and Sunday lunch menus, including links to allergen information. * [Contact Platform 9](https://www.platform9blackpool.com/contact): Contact information, location and information for planning a visit. * [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.platform9blackpool.com/faq): Answers to common questions about visiting Platform 9, hotel access, live sport, drinks packages, private dining and other venue information. ## Food and Drink * [Food & Drinks Menus](https://www.platform9blackpool.com/menus): Current menus and dining options available at Platform 9. * [Offers](https://www.platform9blackpool.com/offers): Current food and drink promotions, discounts and limited-time offers. Platform 9 provides casual dining suitable for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, drinks and social occasions. The food offering includes larger meals, lighter options, small plates, sharing options, burgers, sandwiches, salads, pizzas, children's dishes and desserts. Availability and individual dishes are subject to the current menu. Starbucks coffee is served within the Platform 9 and Holiday Inn Blackpool lounge area. ## Live Sport * [Live Sport at Platform 9](https://www.platform9blackpool.com/sports): Information about live sporting events and fixtures being shown at the venue. Platform 9 shows major live sporting events on screens throughout the venue. Sports shown may include football, rugby, Formula 1, boxing, cricket, tennis, basketball, golf and darts. Visitors should check the Sports page or contact Platform 9 to confirm whether a particular fixture is being shown. ## Co-Working * [Co-Working at Platform 9](https://www.platform9blackpool.com/co-working): Information about using Platform 9 as a co-working, remote-working or informal meeting space. Platform 9 offers a relaxed co-working environment in central Blackpool with Wi-Fi, power sockets, seating, food and coffee available. The space can be used for remote working, laptop work, informal meetings and client catch-ups. Its location immediately beside Blackpool North Station makes it particularly convenient for commuters and visitors arriving by rail. ## Private Hire and Events * [Hire Platform 9](https://www.platform9blackpool.com/hire): Information and enquiries for private events, celebrations, corporate events and venue hire. Platform 9 can accommodate a range of events including corporate meetings, training days, networking events, celebrations, private dining and social occasions. Private dining spaces, adaptable layouts, catering and event packages may be available depending on the requirements of the event. For current capacities, packages, availability and pricing, contact the Platform 9 team directly. ## About Platform 9 * [Our Journey](https://www.platform9blackpool.com/our-journey): Background on Platform 9, Blackpool North Station and the story behind the Platform 9 name. Platform 9 is closely connected to Blackpool's railway heritage. Blackpool North Station has served visitors to the resort since the nineteenth century. Platform 9 takes its name from the station's historic eight platforms, positioning the venue as the symbolic ninth platform. Platform 9 expanded its restaurant offering within Holiday Inn Blackpool in 2026, creating additional space for dining and socialising. ## Location Platform 9 Bar & Kitchen Holiday Inn Blackpool 85 Talbot Road Blackpool Lancashire FY1 1LL United Kingdom Platform 9 is located directly beside Blackpool North railway station in Blackpool town centre. ## Contact * [Contact Platform 9](https://www.platform9blackpool.com/contact): Official contact and location information. Telephone: 01253 208040 Email: [hello@hiblackpool.com](mailto:hello@hiblackpool.com) Website: https://www.platform9blackpool.com/ ## Visiting Platform 9 Platform 9 is open to both Holiday Inn Blackpool guests and members of the public. A hotel reservation is not required to visit Platform 9. Walk-in dining is available, although booking may be advisable for busy periods, larger groups or special occasions. For the latest opening hours, menus, pricing, availability and booking information, refer to the official Platform 9 website. ## Optional * [Holiday Inn Blackpool](https://www.ihg.com/holidayinn/hotels/gb/en/blackpool/blkdt/hoteldetail): Hotel in which Platform 9 Bar & Kitchen is located. * [Platform 9 Offers](https://www.platform9blackpool.com/offers): Current promotions and discounts. * [Platform 9 Our Journey](https://www.platform9blackpool.com/our-journey): Additional history and brand background.