Emjay’s Coffee House in Scarborough

This lovely little cafe, with associated retro shop, is just off the high street. You go down a short flight of stairs into a world of tea, coffee, lunch and cakes. It's warm and cosy; there is a range of teas and coffees (I had a Yorkshire rhubarb flavoured tea), and a nice selection of cakes (mine was a gluten and dairy free chocolate peanut butter slice which was wonderful. They also do lunches. Highly recommended.

This is a really nice coffee place, with welcoming owner. I had an hour to fill in when my train was cancelled, wandered around and saw this cafe which I had not tried before. Comfortable and colourful surroundings. I will recommend to my friends and will be back!

My four-year-old daughter was attracted by the pumpkins 🎃 on display on tables outside the cafe. That was the first of the attractions to this gem of a cafe in Scarborough town centre. It is a shame there aren’t more eateries like this idiosyncratic little cafe. At the moment it is decorated Halloween but beyond that the nooks and crannies are filled with all manner of objects; games and books you can read/play(with). My daughter loved it. I had spicy avocado on toast. It was delicious. The hot chocolate was real. And really good. Service with a smile and a genuine bit of conversation. We will certainly go back. I like the look of the apple and rhubarb crumble. Next time.

Gorgeous quirky cafe superb food and lovely hot coffee. Some super choices on the menu very hard to decide what to pick. Not overpriced at all. Give it a try I can ssure you you will back

I've visited emjays a few times now and each time I come theres new items on the menu, new drinks and decorations. It's a gorgeous coffee place with a lot of heart and soul poured into it!

Looking for somewhere new to try for lunch, we happened to see a board on the corner of York place advertising Emjays coffee house. So pleased we decided to give it a go, going down the steps we were greeted by a very inviting and quirky decor and friendly owner. My friend and I were both tempted by the homemade tomato soup, which was delicious. There are also a good selection of gluten free desserts to be tempted by, I opted for homemade apple crumble and my friend went for two of the tray bakes! Thoroughly enjoyed our visit and will definitely be going again. Give it it a try, you won't be disappointed!

Welcoming and cosy atmosphere with lots of thoughtful touches. Our dog was welcome and even got a treat from the staff. Delicious food - esp recommend the hot chocolate!

Went to emjays with my friend for a coffee and a catch up. Quirky little spot, with gorgeous coffee. We both had a small plate for savoury, I had cake and my pal had a tray - all delicious! Definitely be back!

Quirky little cafe serving excellent food that includes gluten free and vegan choices! Lovely surroundings and even a little patio area outside!

We found the staff abit scruffy and offhand, the lady who made the food was lovely and presentation of the food was excellent. Would go again to give it a second chance!

What an interesting find. Full of character and nice people. A very hidden little gem for those who don’t want the normal boring type of cafe.