I popped in this lovely little cafe for a light savoury bite, but as usual I was enticed by the cake!! The owner was a lovely lady, lots of info to share about the area. She certainly gets her 'steps' in on a daily basis as she cooks downstairs and serves upstairs! Only 3 tables, so quite small, but you didn't feel on top of each other! Lovely view of the cathedral from the window. The toastie was delicious and hot, as was the coffee, I hate getting Luke warm coffee which I have drunk before my food arrives, this coffee lasted until cake time and beyond!! The (I could'nt resist!) Bakewell slice I had was lovely and fresh. The lady even sells jams and chutneys, along with biscuits and sweets. Ice cream too, but it was far too cold!! A lovely little find on my afternoon in Ripon.
Robdavies88
I came to Ripon for a day out and explored the town. Came here for lunch and had a really nice sausage and bacon sandwich with a slice of cake. It was a pleasant lunch, and the cafe has a really nice view of Ripon Cathedral. Very recommended!
Robin B
Small cafe overlooking the cathedral - stopped for a coffee and a bacon sandwich - both of which were served fresh.
food4thought74
I asked Helen to make a cake for my Mums 70th birthday. The request was simple, a chocolate cake with chocolate buttercream. The cake was not simple when we collected it, it was moist delicious and had frangelico on the top as well. Many of my relatives are cake makers and they all commented on how good it was.
C0ntemplatingcake
We stumbled across this lovely little cafe and the lady couldn’t have been more helpful. She rustled up a lovely vegan sandwich and fantastic coffee. Real gem of a place. Highly recommend.
jessica-macf
Lovely owner - opened up specially for us outside of business hours so we could buy some sweets and gifts for teachers, which she then gift-wrapped for us. Fair prices and the gifts were very well-received, thank you so much!
Bideford2
Went to this lovely little cafe last Monday. What a delight with the great view of Ripon cathedral. The owner who runs the place including the baking was working alone. She was exceptionally friendly. I am not keen on going into cafes that I am unfamiliar with but we chatted like we had been friends for years The coffee was delicious and the sausage roll was the best ever tasted, huge and inexpensive. I will certainly return when next in Ripon
brianh810
What a wonderful cafe situated right opposite the beautiful Ripon Cathedral with outdoor seating in the sunshine or in the shade. First class coffee/drinks and snacks served with a lovely smile and attitude from the delightful lady looking after you. An ideal relaxing experience for visitors to a lovely City…not to be missed!
franmD9501OQ
I had the pleasure of stopping for a coffee and cake here just by chance while walking my baby round Ripon for his nap. The view is beautiful, the cake was delicious and the lady that runs it is just wonderful and made me feel.so welcome. Can't recommend this little gem of a place enough x
Gilly S
Excellent coffee and service by Helen the owner, it may be a small cafe but it certainly delivers the goods. Tables outside with a wonderful view of the gorgeous cathedral. Will definitely return.
I regularly use this cafe, coffee and cakes are amazing staff are very nice, polite and helpful. I would highly recommend this cafe over all.
A9480HQjohnb
Sat outside on their own furniture, went to order drinks. Owner goes to get disposable cups. I politely asked for non-disposable cups as they are better for the environment and we were sat down. Got quite a rude response that this is not normal and it could only possibly happen if I I bring them back to the counter myself. I don't mind helping staff in cafes/pubs etc. but don't appreciate rudeness. The milk also tasted past its best, which soured the drinks. Be aware that they also do not display ANY prices at all. This comes across as deliberately deceitful. Buyer beware.
Q3118PUbenw
Very friendly staff. Awesome food and coffee with the best view in Ripon! Would highly recommend a coffee if your passing.
FromKela
I had sandwiched and coffee from this cafe and they were freshly made and very good. Another time I had cake and again it was very tasty, home made. The lady behind the counter was very friendly.
Jerry Weeks
Nice selection of high quality food at reasonable prices. Worth a visit.
I popped in this lovely little cafe for a light savoury bite, but as usual I was enticed by the cake!! The owner was a lovely lady, lots of info to share about the area. She certainly gets her 'steps' in on a daily basis as she cooks downstairs and serves upstairs! Only 3 tables, so quite small, but you didn't feel on top of each other! Lovely view of the cathedral from the window. The toastie was delicious and hot, as was the coffee, I hate getting Luke warm coffee which I have drunk before my food arrives, this coffee lasted until cake time and beyond!! The (I could'nt resist!) Bakewell slice I had was lovely and fresh. The lady even sells jams and chutneys, along with biscuits and sweets. Ice cream too, but it was far too cold!! A lovely little find on my afternoon in Ripon.
I came to Ripon for a day out and explored the town. Came here for lunch and had a really nice sausage and bacon sandwich with a slice of cake. It was a pleasant lunch, and the cafe has a really nice view of Ripon Cathedral. Very recommended!
Small cafe overlooking the cathedral - stopped for a coffee and a bacon sandwich - both of which were served fresh.
I asked Helen to make a cake for my Mums 70th birthday. The request was simple, a chocolate cake with chocolate buttercream. The cake was not simple when we collected it, it was moist delicious and had frangelico on the top as well. Many of my relatives are cake makers and they all commented on how good it was.
We stumbled across this lovely little cafe and the lady couldn’t have been more helpful. She rustled up a lovely vegan sandwich and fantastic coffee. Real gem of a place. Highly recommend.
Lovely owner - opened up specially for us outside of business hours so we could buy some sweets and gifts for teachers, which she then gift-wrapped for us. Fair prices and the gifts were very well-received, thank you so much!
Went to this lovely little cafe last Monday. What a delight with the great view of Ripon cathedral. The owner who runs the place including the baking was working alone. She was exceptionally friendly. I am not keen on going into cafes that I am unfamiliar with but we chatted like we had been friends for years The coffee was delicious and the sausage roll was the best ever tasted, huge and inexpensive. I will certainly return when next in Ripon
What a wonderful cafe situated right opposite the beautiful Ripon Cathedral with outdoor seating in the sunshine or in the shade. First class coffee/drinks and snacks served with a lovely smile and attitude from the delightful lady looking after you. An ideal relaxing experience for visitors to a lovely City…not to be missed!
I had the pleasure of stopping for a coffee and cake here just by chance while walking my baby round Ripon for his nap. The view is beautiful, the cake was delicious and the lady that runs it is just wonderful and made me feel.so welcome. Can't recommend this little gem of a place enough x
Excellent coffee and service by Helen the owner, it may be a small cafe but it certainly delivers the goods. Tables outside with a wonderful view of the gorgeous cathedral. Will definitely return.
Restaurantji Recommends
I regularly use this cafe, coffee and cakes are amazing staff are very nice, polite and helpful. I would highly recommend this cafe over all.
Sat outside on their own furniture, went to order drinks. Owner goes to get disposable cups. I politely asked for non-disposable cups as they are better for the environment and we were sat down. Got quite a rude response that this is not normal and it could only possibly happen if I I bring them back to the counter myself. I don't mind helping staff in cafes/pubs etc. but don't appreciate rudeness. The milk also tasted past its best, which soured the drinks. Be aware that they also do not display ANY prices at all. This comes across as deliberately deceitful. Buyer beware.
Very friendly staff. Awesome food and coffee with the best view in Ripon! Would highly recommend a coffee if your passing.
I had sandwiched and coffee from this cafe and they were freshly made and very good. Another time I had cake and again it was very tasty, home made. The lady behind the counter was very friendly.
Nice selection of high quality food at reasonable prices. Worth a visit.