Stopped by for a Sunday lunch on a recommendation, quirky little place and quite possibly the best Sunday lunch I've ever had. The beef fell to pieces, was tender and perfectly cooked, veg cooked to perfection, crispy but fluffy toasties. The list goes on. Lovely little find and will be back.
dickyspur1
A really fabulous place to eat. Delicious food and leave room for the cakes. A real hidden gem. The staff are lovely
Kir72
This place is an amazing jewel in the heart of great Ayton. We went for lunch for my son’s birthday today. The staff are so welcoming and friendly. The food was amazing and selection of cakes etc was second to none. Well done to all the staff we will definitely be returning soon xx
Phil Rodgers
Not welcome! Took a day off from work and my wife was excited excited about the opportunity to take me there. When we walked in we were told there was only seating outside, where it was too cold in November, there is apparently an extended seating area upstairs that was 'closed' and there was no effort made to sit us on large tables, sharing with one or two other people. It was explained to us that most had just sat down so would be a while. Overall, they just didn't want our business and we're going to be as awkward as they could about it. Left feeling very negative.
Damien L
Great Ayton is a delightful location at any time of year and has a few great sports to eat and drink. Our experiences here have always been breakfast but I can say this is easily the best breakfast in the area. Watching the chef carefully prepare a range of foods with real dedication you can’t help but be impressed. Breakfast for me is full of English and I would recommend anytime, absolutely superb. I have been told the Sunday lunches are also excellent so we will try them soon. This is a lovely venue with great attentive staff and terrific food, well done all.
xbeccax1989
First visit here after passing by for many years as it always looks so busy, however we didn’t realise it opened up at the back and we were lucky enough to be seated on the lovely cosy sofas upstairs. The staff were really friendly and attentive. Three of us had the cheese scones which they warmed for us and I’m not exaggerating when I say they were the best cheese scones any of us had had. One of us got the scrambled eggs on toast with halloumi and avocado and although this wasn’t an exact option on the menu they said it was no problem. This was so well seasoned and a generous portion. Again, one of the nicest versions of this we’ve tried. The coffees were particularly delicious too. We can’t wait to go back.
Mandyland1
Popped in for a bite to eat with a friend. Quirky gorgeous little place. It felt like being in in some a aristocrats morning room, fab decor, comfy, shabby chic. Love it. We both had a little breakfast. Everything on that plate was super tasty. Bacon was really well cooked and homemade beans a revelation. Would love that recipe, sausages were best have had in a while. Came with great wodges of sourdough toast and big pats of butter. It was a little plate, but just what we needed and really filling actually. We asked for various drinks and some water. It's the little things, beautiful crockery and even the water served a a fish shaped bottle that was so unusual. Service was great. All the girls were polite, speedy and accommodating. Definitely be back!
Jacob Taylor
My days! Cakes! What can I say portion size enough for 2-3 people! So tasty!!! Quirky place will definitely be back! Several times over tha k you for having us just before closing guys! Appreciate
David
Friendly staff. Food is always wholesome and some of it is innovative and well above average. This cafe is also something of an inigma in that some of their food is presented with little fineness. On the one hand, they serve up white chocolate mochas to die for, yet they will serve bacon buns in bread door steps. That might be appropriate for artisans who burn up 12,000 calories in a day, but a strain on the average constitution.They sell cakes and bread from the front shop. Some look the part but again need more refinement. I have bought home-made bread from them previously, but it needed to be a lot lighter.I really do wish this little cafe all the best for their efforts, but hope they can make a few tweaks to elevate their culinary standards to match their wholesome home made qualities.
mschorah1
I organised an afternoon tea for a birthday gift and it was amazing - the best afternoon tea I have every had. Instead of boring finger sandwiches, we had a toasted sandwich, pastry and a quiche, followed by savoury and sweet scones with homemade jam, followed by homemade cakes. I think we had a little more of the sandwiches/pastries than usual due to one of us being vegetarian but even sharing them would have been plenty. It was incredible - well worth the money. The staff were polite and friendly and even dealt with some rude and entitled customers that expected people who were already seated to move for them very well! This is a great little spot and is dog friendly - which is even better for us. We thoroughly enjoyed it and will definitely be returning.
I have visiting for quite a few years and have recommended it to many friends over the years. I also live around the corner so it’s on my doorstep. The level of customer service seems to be very hit and miss depending who is working. There is one particular member of staff that probably needs to work in non customer service environment. I have actually never even see her smile let alone the very rude and abrupt way you are seated and served. After chatting to a friend she actually shared a very similar story and said never again. So unfortunately I feel I will be only buying cakes (which are excellent) to take away from now and using the many other cafes in the village if I want to enjoy food or coffee seated.
janice m
We visited here, on a Sunday morning, staff very attentive and helpful, food was superb, breakfast and sandwiches were delicious, and of course we had to take out a selection of cakes that were on display. all in all a fantastic experience and we cannot wait to return
henry hilton
Wow we use a lot of cafes me and my partner and this is amazing try the gypsie breakfast wow and the homemade beans amazing. Price is great staff are so good and so polite asking hoqs the food. Finiahing with fresh carott cake homemade please try this place
James Doughty
Stopped here for a flat white and a lemon cannoli in the middle of my bike ride. Lovely coffee, service and atmosphere. Thank you!
174ianf
So glad to visit this place once again. As usual service was excellent and always with a smile. Even though they have a great selection on the regular menu, we thought we'd ask if there were any specials and yes there was. Both the items we ordered off the special menu and they were wonderful. I can honestly say the quiche I had was among the best I had ever had, if not the top. For dessert I had Caramel oat cake, which paired well with my hot chocolate This is a place we have to go to whenever in Great Ayton, should not be missed whatever the weather.
Stopped by for a Sunday lunch on a recommendation, quirky little place and quite possibly the best Sunday lunch I've ever had. The beef fell to pieces, was tender and perfectly cooked, veg cooked to perfection, crispy but fluffy toasties. The list goes on. Lovely little find and will be back.
A really fabulous place to eat. Delicious food and leave room for the cakes. A real hidden gem. The staff are lovely
This place is an amazing jewel in the heart of great Ayton. We went for lunch for my son’s birthday today. The staff are so welcoming and friendly. The food was amazing and selection of cakes etc was second to none. Well done to all the staff we will definitely be returning soon xx
Not welcome! Took a day off from work and my wife was excited excited about the opportunity to take me there. When we walked in we were told there was only seating outside, where it was too cold in November, there is apparently an extended seating area upstairs that was 'closed' and there was no effort made to sit us on large tables, sharing with one or two other people. It was explained to us that most had just sat down so would be a while. Overall, they just didn't want our business and we're going to be as awkward as they could about it. Left feeling very negative.
Great Ayton is a delightful location at any time of year and has a few great sports to eat and drink. Our experiences here have always been breakfast but I can say this is easily the best breakfast in the area. Watching the chef carefully prepare a range of foods with real dedication you can’t help but be impressed. Breakfast for me is full of English and I would recommend anytime, absolutely superb. I have been told the Sunday lunches are also excellent so we will try them soon. This is a lovely venue with great attentive staff and terrific food, well done all.
First visit here after passing by for many years as it always looks so busy, however we didn’t realise it opened up at the back and we were lucky enough to be seated on the lovely cosy sofas upstairs. The staff were really friendly and attentive. Three of us had the cheese scones which they warmed for us and I’m not exaggerating when I say they were the best cheese scones any of us had had. One of us got the scrambled eggs on toast with halloumi and avocado and although this wasn’t an exact option on the menu they said it was no problem. This was so well seasoned and a generous portion. Again, one of the nicest versions of this we’ve tried. The coffees were particularly delicious too. We can’t wait to go back.
Popped in for a bite to eat with a friend. Quirky gorgeous little place. It felt like being in in some a aristocrats morning room, fab decor, comfy, shabby chic. Love it. We both had a little breakfast. Everything on that plate was super tasty. Bacon was really well cooked and homemade beans a revelation. Would love that recipe, sausages were best have had in a while. Came with great wodges of sourdough toast and big pats of butter. It was a little plate, but just what we needed and really filling actually. We asked for various drinks and some water. It's the little things, beautiful crockery and even the water served a a fish shaped bottle that was so unusual. Service was great. All the girls were polite, speedy and accommodating. Definitely be back!
My days! Cakes! What can I say portion size enough for 2-3 people! So tasty!!! Quirky place will definitely be back! Several times over tha k you for having us just before closing guys! Appreciate
Friendly staff. Food is always wholesome and some of it is innovative and well above average. This cafe is also something of an inigma in that some of their food is presented with little fineness. On the one hand, they serve up white chocolate mochas to die for, yet they will serve bacon buns in bread door steps. That might be appropriate for artisans who burn up 12,000 calories in a day, but a strain on the average constitution.They sell cakes and bread from the front shop. Some look the part but again need more refinement. I have bought home-made bread from them previously, but it needed to be a lot lighter.I really do wish this little cafe all the best for their efforts, but hope they can make a few tweaks to elevate their culinary standards to match their wholesome home made qualities.
I organised an afternoon tea for a birthday gift and it was amazing - the best afternoon tea I have every had. Instead of boring finger sandwiches, we had a toasted sandwich, pastry and a quiche, followed by savoury and sweet scones with homemade jam, followed by homemade cakes. I think we had a little more of the sandwiches/pastries than usual due to one of us being vegetarian but even sharing them would have been plenty. It was incredible - well worth the money. The staff were polite and friendly and even dealt with some rude and entitled customers that expected people who were already seated to move for them very well! This is a great little spot and is dog friendly - which is even better for us. We thoroughly enjoyed it and will definitely be returning.
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I have visiting for quite a few years and have recommended it to many friends over the years. I also live around the corner so it’s on my doorstep. The level of customer service seems to be very hit and miss depending who is working. There is one particular member of staff that probably needs to work in non customer service environment. I have actually never even see her smile let alone the very rude and abrupt way you are seated and served. After chatting to a friend she actually shared a very similar story and said never again. So unfortunately I feel I will be only buying cakes (which are excellent) to take away from now and using the many other cafes in the village if I want to enjoy food or coffee seated.
We visited here, on a Sunday morning, staff very attentive and helpful, food was superb, breakfast and sandwiches were delicious, and of course we had to take out a selection of cakes that were on display. all in all a fantastic experience and we cannot wait to return
Wow we use a lot of cafes me and my partner and this is amazing try the gypsie breakfast wow and the homemade beans amazing. Price is great staff are so good and so polite asking hoqs the food. Finiahing with fresh carott cake homemade please try this place
Stopped here for a flat white and a lemon cannoli in the middle of my bike ride. Lovely coffee, service and atmosphere. Thank you!
So glad to visit this place once again. As usual service was excellent and always with a smile. Even though they have a great selection on the regular menu, we thought we'd ask if there were any specials and yes there was. Both the items we ordered off the special menu and they were wonderful. I can honestly say the quiche I had was among the best I had ever had, if not the top. For dessert I had Caramel oat cake, which paired well with my hot chocolate This is a place we have to go to whenever in Great Ayton, should not be missed whatever the weather.