Brompton Forge in Scarborough

Had a great Rioja wine tasting experience. A great range sampled and super snacks to go with each wine tasted. Well done. Fab afternoon out!

We were the only people there which should have told us everything we needed to know.

We had lunch here and it was very good. Quite a limited menu but the service was excellent. Reading previous reviews since we came home I wondered if it was the same place, but as there was nowhere else to eat it must be the same restaurant.

Voy a dejar ir, pero entonces vimos en tripadvisor otros comentarios así que quería decir que por desgracia, mi experiencia de acuerdo hace unas semanas. Espero que este lugar fue una vez muy fresca, con decoración inteligentes. Ahora parece un poco utilizada. Como algunos de los otros usuarios que era demasiado tarde para el desayuno. Sí, mi culpa pero no había calidez en el personal. El café estaba tibio. No te molestes hasta que sus juegos.

Sitio web atractivo que dice profesional La Forge está abierto todo el día para el desayuno, el almuerzo, etc. sin indicación de restricción en tiempos. Muy bien decoradas y amuebladas, aunque con un poco utilizados olor. Sin duda estaba vacía cuando visitamos a las 12 del mediodía un martes. Recogimos menús (no parecen listos para los clientes o esperando) y finalmente una camarera apareció. No decir en nuestros menús que el desayuno se sirve hasta las 11:30 am. Dado el lugar estaba totalmente vacío, cortésmente le pedimos lo oportunidad que podíamos conseguir por favor desayunos. Nos dijo muy rápidamente, sin apenas insinúan disculpa, como si esto era una barbaridad, que esta petición era bastante imposible después de las 11:30 horas. Una respuesta como "'l, y preguntar si puede en este caso" o "estoy realmente lo siento terriblemente pero me temo que no hubiese sido tan mejor que una fría no. Hemos estudiado el menú de nuevo y concluyó que esta actitud esencialmente antipático no era muy propicio para el disfrute. La camarera de regresar y dijo que sólo había un cocinero y este fue el motivo por el que entiendo, pero de nuevo fue dicho sin pizca de disculpa o flexibilidad. De nuevo, en ese momento el restaurante aún estaba todo pero estaba vacío. El Forge perdido en dos desayunos y quizás unas copas de vino y quizás vale la pena de 30 libras + negocios. Que comer fuera por mi trabajo y normalmente crítica profesionalmente pero estoy a escribir esto como consejo para otros. El Forge puede ser buena, pero en mi breve experiencia si necesita mejorar sus relaciones con el cliente para atraer a más clientes o cualquier.

Como éramos las únicas personas allí, no había ambiente para hablar. Cogimos y cada menú y sentado nosotros mismos. Fue 12. 30 un martes. Después de un par de minutos se nos acercó una camarera (la primera persona a la que había visto todavía con su capa). Mi compañero preguntó si era posible tener un desayuno tardío. Ella era brusco y encantados en decirnos que nuestra orden por huevos revueltos y bacon no podía ser llenado como ya había pasado la hora del desayuno y el chef estaba demasiado ocupado. Habiendo experimentado nada pero con encanto en North Yorkshire hasta ahora su forma llegó como una sorpresa. No tenían clientes en el restaurante y el aparcamiento estaba vacío. Nos fuimos y terminamos teniendo una comida agradable en nuestra casa alquilada. Además, el lugar olía como si no hubiera estado ocupado durante algún tiempo. El interior habían dado algunos pensamos, pero fue una decepción y muy oscuro. Es una pena ya que es grande y podría hacer un gran comercio. No hice uso de las mujeres, así que no puedo comentar sobre ellos.

I have passed by year after year and never stopped, mainly because this place is only open Monday to Friday and not at the weekends. I would have thought they would be best opening Wednesday - Sunday, but then what do I know? Anyway, today I was looking at the local church and the stained glass windows and Brompton Forge seemed the obvious place to have lunch. I was quite surprised to find the car park almost full and as I entered the Forge people seemed to be everywhere looking quite relaxed. In, through the conservatory, with very squashy sofas beckoning with newspapers and magazines there for the reading. The sun made the whole place look very inviting. I went further, past the service area into a formal dining room space and sat down at a small table with leather chairs. I thought the restaurant area needed an overhaul. I took an immediate dislike to the tables which looked like they had been there for a very long time, but didn't have any antique appeal whatsoever. I also didn't like the way the old historical buildings had been opened out and transformed. The rounded stone archway being the most unattractive feature of all. Don't worry though Brompton Forge because I re-design a place like this within minutes of sipping the tea and nowhere comes up to my expectations. Really this place has a certain elegance which is just a little tired. The menu gave a lot of options although I would rather have been here before 1130 for breakfast having read so many Tripadvisor comments about it. Nevertheless I settled on a sandwich and a pot of tea, because I didn't want to eat a full meal. The tea arrived long before the sandwich and the waitress was friendly, intelligent and smiley. The sandwich was quality: a fresh granary roll with extremely good Yorkshire ham and english mustard. This was accompanied by a salad garnish, nicely dressed and including rocket, other leaves, cucumber and tomato. There was the addition of lattice crisps. This I concluded was a good sandwich and looking again at the menu I have promised myself that I will return, firstly to sample that English breakfast and then to go for the fish and handcut chips that I saw on another table and felt immediately envious. So, Brompton Lodge; I conclude - the food is quite excellent, I only spoke to one member of staff so it's difficult to comment further than I have, the cost was acceptable and I will definitely return.

I've been here more than once and will definitely keep going. I enjoyed myself a lot with a lovely selection of foods and drinks topped off with friendly customer service.

this place looks very nice from the outside but whilst it's picturesque the inside isn't as exciting it's very plain and uninviting the menu is limited with a couple of specials. The staff aren't exactly gushing but efficient the order was simple enough but arrived in 2 stages the sausage and mash had been eaten by the time the peas arrived and the Panini had gone when the chips came the food was very good and the homemade chips were amongst the best I've ever tasted. Finished off with a piece of reasonable fruit cake and coffee. The food was good the service ok atmosphere non existent the few customers were very very senior citizens which would suggest this is the market catered for.there was some dust and the odd spiders web 1 complete with a trapped daddy long legs OK as a one of visit but wouldn't rush back

Wonderful cooked breakfast at £7. Surprised they don't charge more. Quality of the bacon and sausage was really high.

Lunch and coffee both lovely. Food of very good quality. Service very quick but we were not rushed and sat over our drinks. Very pleasant surroundings

Stopped off for coffee after some shopping, fruit bread was lovely and light, home made fruit cake was delicious lots of fruit and just enough spices and very light, good coffee too so much so we wanted another cup reasonably priced, very clean and tidy, good selections of sandwiches, rolls, cakes etc, staff are lovely too would definitely recommend this place.

Very good for snacks and light meals. Lovely food, well prepared and good service. Good coffee. Reasonable selection of food for meals or just cake and a drink.

Have visited on numerous occasions and have felt recently something has happened here . A wonderful spot a nice building but that is about it now. I have never met such miserable staff and certainly need to be trained in customer service . We stood around in a practically empty t room and was totally ignored. Eventually we sat at a table and waited and waited and waited . The waitress proceeded to ignore us so I decided I better get up and order at the till . I really should have walked out because the coffee was ok but the cake was very dry . Would I return ? I certainly would not and I won't be recommend. Carry on to thornton dale if heading for pickering or stop at wykeham if heading towards scarbourgh.

Nice atmosphere. Strong coffee. Locals seemed to be using it. Friendly staff. We would go again. Facilities inside and out.

Have been meaning to try the cafe for sometime and today was the day. The welcome was virtually none existent. We were pointed to the menu as the source of all information. We ordered one coffee , one tea, one scone with jam and butter and one piece of fruit cake with cheese. The jam turned out to be raspberry, request for some strawberry jam was greeted like Oliver Twist" we only have raspberry don't and won't have anything else except our homemade raspberry ". There was no offer of hot water with the tea , no cream for the scone. The cheese available for the fruit cake was a slice of processed cheddar, better than nothing, just. The atmosphere was unwelcoming and unfriendly we were pleased to leave and will not be returning. Cost of the above experience £ 10+

Some time you want to slow down get into a slower traveling speed. Well this is the place to do it. I have come here for time out to have coffee and cake, sometimes for lets just eat somewhere quiet where we can chat. More often than not I have met a host of friends at different times for comfort during stressful times key dates to remember friends. Food is well presented well cooked served with gentleness. I feel so lucky to have such a place on my doorstep.

Met with a friend for a catch up over a light lunch. I had the fish cakes and she had a beef and onion panini . Both excellent and lovely chips ! But it was a cold day and the place was chilly. Even with the small log burner they had going. So dress warmly if it's a winter visit . Other than that the coffee is good and there is a nice ambience .

I have had an enjoyable lunch here with family and friends a number of times in the last year and I would recommend it with a couple of exceptions. On a cold day the premises are very chilly and unfortunately the ladies toilet area is not clean.

Lovely location, lovely lunch, friendly staff, reasonable prices - what more do you want to know? Very popular - carpark nearly full xxx

Lovely setting next to the A170, plenty of parking with a few outside seats and relaxed seats in the conservatory with a reasonable sized dining area. A small menu with enough choices for sandwiches light lunches or a little more. Coffee and cake is also an option. All the food is of excellent quality with a quick service . All food is made on the premises. Very friendly atmosphere.

Came here for a bit of lunch with the family. The restaurant had a nice warm atmosphere. Very clean and modern. Staff were helpful and friendly. Had the Salmon fish cake followed by sticky toffee pudding which was delicious.We enjoyed our visit and would come again.

After an afternoon walk we called in at the Brompton forge, finding a table we ordered a cup of tea each and a caramel shortcake and Scone. The tea was good and the shortcake was good too. The scone was slightly crumbly, unfortunately leaving more on the plate than could be eaten. The only downside is seeing other dinners receiving waitress service and this not being offered to us. But only a slight downside.

We went for lunch and had reviewed the website menu as we don t eat red meat and like to check there is a decent choice. We had planned more restaurant for the venue but on a Tues you are it seems limited - so we chose the forge. Good coffee and tea ... Decent homemade cakes but a tad disappointing on the limited meal lunch choice . 2 of us settled for excellent home made quiche several flavours and pastry crisp and excellent. Home made chips were good too. The Cajun salmon was flavoursome I m told but salad only meant an extra portion of chips had to be ordered which at 9.50 was an ok but not over generous portion. New potatoes or an offer to be flexible we're not forthcoming If passing fine - best for sandwich or cake offering and service really could have been more accommodating and I think I ve read this before. returning guests seemed to be effusively welcomed and spoken to, but that does nt encourage new potential returners to do just that . They feel slightly less loved and less likely to drop in to get into the club. Not overwhelmed

Good selection of light lunches and cakes. Good coffee. Atmosphere can be a little cold if quiet but the decor is good and the conservatory is good especially for coffee or afternoon tea.

On the way to Scarborough my daughter and I called in at the Forge, years since I have been there, what a pleasant surprise, had a snack, salmon fish cake topped with a poached eggs, excellent, coffee the same. Put it down on our list of places to revisit, besides the food, the sitting was comfortable, the service good, most of all nothing was rushed.

Although living in the area for some years we have only just happened upon the Forge. We have since been back for breakfast (the sausages from the 'real' butchers round the corner in the village) are scrummy and for tea with proper home made cakes. A delight for the tastebuds and a disaster for the waistline! Service is very much with a smile and the actual place is nice to sit - either at table or more informally in the armchairs. We have added the Forge to our list of places to go when I'm feeling to lazy to cook.

Was impressed with the location and outside but the food did not come up to expectation.The Crisps served with the Beef sandwich were a little old .

If you advertise your opening hours as 10am until 4 pm , if someone walks in at 3.25 pm for a bowl of soup and a drink , you should not say "I've turned every thing off in the kitchen so I can't make you a drink " because roughly translated that actually means " I can't be bothered, please go away ". So that's what we did , we left .All the wonderful coffee or award winning hot chocolate is worth nothing if you can't be bothered to serve people . We were in catering for over 40 years and if we had taken the attitude of the young woman in the kitchen at Brompton Forge , we wouldn't have lasted 5 minutes - if you don't want trade after 3.25 pm , don't advertise your hours as open until 4pm because that's just dishonest - won't be going back again and will never recommend .

We visited this morning for a coffee. As usual, the coffee was excellent - the quality is always consistently high. Service good - you're given time to have a look at the menu, the coffee is hot and we would recommend the Bakewell tart: it's first class!

After spending what seemed like all afternoon looking for a nice cafe around the Scarborough area we stubbled upon the Forge at Brompton. What a treat. The food was fresh, the place was spotless, and the staff friendly. It was very quiet when we there which is a shame because this place certainly deserves to be visited.

After visiting the forge for their special French themed night last night I would like to put people's mind to rest. With a warm welcome (helped with a glass of champaign) myself, partner and parents enjoyed a wonderful evening of absolutely delicious food. I cannot fault the 5 course meal we received which was perfectly presented, piping hot and arrived with a smile from the two gentlemen waiters. With a great selection of wines to wash the meal down the atmosphere spoke for itself as to how much all the other guests were enjoying themselves. Very much looking forward to visiting the tea rooms one afternoon to try what the day menu has to offer. With food tasting that good there is no ground to comment on if it is value for money or not. 5 star chef I say!

I visited Brompton Forge for lunch with a friend on Tuesday. The decor is warm and comfortable, with a range of seating options to suit any requirements. We opted for a window seat in one of the front rooms. We had coffees and a simple lunch of salmon and potatoes with salad. Very reasonably priced with friendly and efficient service - can't ask for more.

I find it hard to compare this lovely cafe with some of the indifferent reviews on Tripadvisor. We enjoyed quality homebaking including the bread, homemade jam with the scones, beautiful Cornish clotted cream, a piping hot, large bowl of soup and well filled sandwiches again made with homemade bread. Go there , you will not be disappointed. You can even park your car. This place deserves to succeed.

We have visited the Brompton Forge over a number of years, first when it was purely a restaurant, and more recently since it became a tea room.Last week we went for lunch, which was very enjoyable. It does fall down somewhat in that the main courses are limited. There was a very good atmosphere to the place and the service was friendly and efficient.Today we decided to try out their breakfast menu. Again the food was fine - I enjoyed the full Yorkshire breakfast. However the place was empty apart from ourselves and we got the impression that they were surprised to see us there. It was a cold gloomy day outside and felt much the same inside.In the future we will restrict ourselves to lunchtime, although that will be fairly infrequently in view of the limited choice of main dishes.

I've visited the Brompton Forge a few times since its tranformation from restaurant to tea rooms and have been happy with the offering on each occasion. The food is good, the service is adequate and, though not cheap, I think it provides reasonable value for money.As regards ambience/surroundings it's definitely the best in the area - more like a classy restaurant (which is what it used to be) than a tea rooms. The menu is quite limited so it's possible to get a little bored with the choices when you've visited a few times. My advice to the proprietor would be to offer more daily specials to keep regular customers interested.Definitely one to visit when you're in the area.

This restaurant is set in a small village near Scarborough. The food is very good but I think a little overpriced and for me the menu was limited, however the food is great

Visited with a couple of friends for brunch on a Wednesday mid morning. The place was packed but the busy staff were polite and helpful. I had soup and a toasted sandwich. Both were piping hot and perfect, no other way to describe them. My friends had smoked salmon and scrambled eggs. Excellent food and service. We will be back.

the Brompton Forge was once a much loved, successful restaurant booked up for months in advance. It has now become "tea rooms" and has only its previous reputation going for it now. We had bookd for afternoon tea and arrived to find ourselves totally ignored nby a grumpy looking waitress clearing tables, after standing around like a couple fo lemons for a few minutes,we sat down at one of the several empty tables. Grumpy finally came over to us and thrust a menu at us. Not once did we receive any greeting or eye contact. Grumpy intoned the sandwich fillings and hovered over us while we made our choice. It might have been nice to have given us a few minutes to make our choice bearing in mind the place was deserted with the exception of a couple who had obvioulsy been abandoned by Grumpy outside and who kept looking around anxiously for something resembling service - alas they were not to receive this and were eventually forced to come inside in search of Grumpy and the bill. The food when it arrived was delicious and home made. We were not offered any top ups of of tea or hot water despite being charged £9.00 per head for a couple of sandwiches, a scone and a piece of cake. We knew that we would probably be wishing each other a Merry Xmas by the time Grumpy got round to clearing our table and presenting us with the bill so we decided to go self service and I finally tracked her down gossiping round the till with an equally looking grumpy colleague - I paid the bill (minus tip) mean I know but tips have to be earned I'm afraid and I was not prepared to spend one single penny more on this dreadful experience. There are ample tea rooms in this area - don't wastet your time or money on this place.

To charge 25p for a Cafe Curl to accompany your coffee is beyond greedy and completely self defeating. Despite the reasonable food and pleasant surroundings it is this that I shall be passing on to my many friends in and around Scarborough. For fabulous service and home made chocolates with your coffee at no extra cost go to the Coachman at Snainton.

I so agree with the first review. We have a guesthouse in Scarborough so we too know the difference between home cooked and bought in food. This is the best place we have found to escape to when time allows. The place, the service, the surroundings the girls and the food of cause is just first class. Don't miss it if you are passing. But please leave room for us!!!!!! We work 7 days a week and time off is very valuable so this is our treat. what a find.

This place is fantastic, what a gem. If anyone is passing on the Scarborough to Pickering Road then i certainly recommend a visit to these tea rooms. I live close by and run a Restaurant so understand the difference between fresh food and precooked options to warm through. This is now my wife and I's escape for high quality fresh food with a great service in very pleaseant surroundings. Well done is every sense, you deserve great success

the restaurant has recently re-opened as tea rooms. The food is excellent and the atmosphere very tranquil. The rooms are comfortable with magazines provided. The food is tasty and well presented. Well worth the short drive out of Scarborough