Porters Coffee Shop in Ryedale

Pricey. ££44 for 4 hot drinks and 4 smallish bacon sandwiches. Pleasant owners though and open earlier than other similar establishments in the town. But £44! Wow

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After a wander around Helmsley there was a need to stop for food and drink. Plenty of places to do this but we chose the back patio area of Porters, surrounded by lovely baskets and pots of colourful flowers in a shaded area. Food and drink were ordered inside and then brought to our chosen table outside. Nothing fancy - just nice coffee and tasty food on a sunny day.

After lunch we spent the afternoon at Duncombe Park and despite checking online, found cafe shut when we were ready for our afternoon coffee. Common problem in UK. What are tourists supposed to do after attractions close and before dinner? No wonder Costa and Starbucks are so popular.

Pick your sandwich/panini/toastie from the fridge, order coffee at counter, pay - they serve the sandwich up on a plate with homemade pickles/side salad and bring it to your table (no table service someone notes.... yes, they bring the food after selected to you at your table). Friendly family run business - BEST BLT on grain bread ever - no fat on the bacon just perfect. May be a bit more expensive but you're not getting rubbish in your food - quality products. Off there now actually! Not many places open up here on a Monday - but they are.... BONUS!

Stopped off for some breakfast on way home. Only coffee shop that appeared to be open in the area. Shop was lovely warm and cosy. Lady who served us was very polite we had 2 coffees with oat milk and 2 Brie and cranberry paninis which did come with a little side salad which was tasty. This came to around £24 which did feel a little over priced for what they were.

If I could give porters a six i I would! The staff really went the extra mile and made our stay delightful. The rooms were luxury at every level. With comfortable beds an amazing bathroom and very clean. We loved the tv and how big it was and the view to Helmsley castle is so amazing. The breakfast was lovely we loved the yogurt and fruit and the presentation was splendid. We loved every second of our stay and would stay again in a heartbeat. It’s very reasonably priced for what you get!

Lovely coffee shop with an amazing selection of cakes . We were served immediately, the coffee was good and the cakes amazing . Staff were brilliant

Have used Porters many times in the past and found it to be a friendly welcoming place , and the host very friendly. Sadly after our visit we will not be using again. Still the same owners but it was like a light had been switched off the welcome and friendly banter all gone. Over priced sandwiches with a very weird side dressing that looked unappealing and on investigation we didn't eat it. The sandwich plates were almost thrown at us, almost like we were a being a nuisance for wanting food. The whole appearance of the cafe at the back looked dowdy and rundown. Other venues in the town were a lot busier. We have resisted putting on a review but we were so disappointed that our favourite go to venue at Helmsley did not come up to standard.

Called in for a quick lunch of soup and scones. They were nice but found things a bit pricey. No table service and no printed menus that you would expect when paying a bit more?? Lots of other eateries around I would seek out next time.

We intended to visit the walled garden and cafe but didn't check to see if they were open on a Bank Holiday and they were closed so walked into town. Stopped at the cafe for a drink and freshly baked, delicious scone. We sat outside under a covered area which was perfect on a warm day. The cakes looked delicious.

Our go to Coffee stop, Always a warm welcome, fabulous coffee blend and unquestionably The best fruit scone of the Year (imo). ( There’s also a tremendous selection of Teas) Lovely sunny day so sat in the courtyard too - just perfect.

I am really not a fan of sandwiches (actually I HATE them) - the only sandwich I will eat is at Porters - they used to do a Pastrami one but not seen that in a while - but we (husband and I) share a malted BLT which they serve with a little pickled side salad which is DIVINE we sit in front of the fire with a coffee and me with a 'lush' G&T - wow - to say this about a sandwich (which I hate) the quality is amazing as is the friendly service xxxx

Been coming to porters since it opened - but today was the last time! Staff scruffy food below par atmosphere awful. Portions minute while prices soar - voting with our feet!!

Visiting the area for the day. Called in for a quick drink. WEIRD place. 3 staff on the counter, owner sitting at table in the cafe. All really staring. Had a really uncomfortable and very fast drink as staff continued to stare at us. We couldn't wait to get out. Awful unwelcoming atmosphere. We purposely came to Trip Advisor to see if others had experienced this, and they have. Check out some of the other bizarre reviews. This place has something really off about it. Avoid.

My favourite in Helmsley for coffee and light meal. Quiche is absolutely delicious . Staff friendly and welcoming. Restaurant cosy especially when fire on.Excellent coffee and mist important - spotlessly clean toilet facilities which seems a rare find these days . Highly recommend.

Popped in for a coffee. A lovely welcome and immediately tempted by delicious cakes and scones. Coffee arrived promptly at our table by friendly helpful staff. On asking for a glass of water, it arrived with ice which we thought was the loveliest gesture. The whole experience was transformed from just a coffee into a really nice experience. Definitely service above and beyond. Thank you

We found the outside area of this lovely cafe sat in the shade and treated ourselves to cakes and cold drinks. The cakes are all made on the premises and if I said we took at least 5minutes at the counter trying to choose which one to have, I would not be lying!!! Moroccan orange cake, lemon drizzle and blueberry and almond tart were the final choices and the y were incredible. Lovely seating area and very friendly staff and although cash is preferred, did not bat an eyelid at us using a debit card.

Having visited this lovely little coffee shop several times in the past few months I have slowly become more and more frustrated by the owners odd attitude to payment types... Initially they pretty much harangued people into paying be cash 'if they could'... And more recently have set a £10 minimum card spend! In a very passive agressive manner. I'm sorry but NO. I will not carry cash that has been through everyones pockets, snot rags etc. I will carry a device that doesnt touch your hygienic surface, that costs you less to process with the bank than cash does and is all round more convenient for everyone. It's almost as if the want to turn customers away! Shame as the coffee and cake is delightful.... Its almost right! To the owners, be more balanced in your views and opinions, leave your ego at home!

Dropped into this place for a spot of lunch. It is eclectically decorated and a nice place to be so we thought we were on to a winner. The drinks were served way before the food which was a little annoying. The food (paninis for our group) is prepared fresh for you but to be honest, I do not recall what it tasted like as there were a number of dogs with other diners at other tables that were barking, growling and standing off with each other so we basically ate up quick and left. Am not sure i would return

Quirky coffee shop. Several comfortable rooms to choose to sit in. Nice sofas in one to relax and enjoy a drink or lunch. Back room is dog friendly. We sat in the outside courtyard and each table had a bowl of water for dogs. We had a BLT sandwich to share which was large enough for both us, and we enjoy our food, it was delicious loaded with quality fresh ingredients. The sandwiches are freshly prepared on the premises then packed for display before being served on a plate with a delicious fresh salad. We also had a homemade scone each with jam and cream which again was delicious. All in we felt in was excellent value. Will definitely visit again.

Coffee and pastries for breakfast on Saturdays. Roaring fire and courtyard surrounded by overflowing flower tubs

As others have noted, the cafe has a rather chaotic layout as regards the position of the serving area. This is not made clear and is potentially a health and safety hazard (customers bumping into staff whilst carrying hot drinks, not to mention the proximity...

Having noticed the prices of the pre packed sandwiches in excess of £7.00 it was decided to just order coffee. Nice coffee but expensive for the size of cup. The coffee came with a lotus biscuit but at £3.50 for an oat latte it was...

We called in earlier today for the first time. We had a toastie each and both were really tasty and toasted to perfection 😊 Both came with a small side salad and the coleslaw was sooo creamy and tasty. We will call in again when...

I’m a regular visitor to Porters not only because the coffee and food is great, not only because it’s always so welcoming with a fire and newspapers to read but because Tony and Monica are always so friendly and welcoming whenever I go in. I...

Called in for coffee on a very cold am and we’re met with a friendly greeting and a huge open fire giving out plenty of heat. Nice coffee, decent tea cake, nice atmosphere. Quite spacious. A very pleasant experience.

Food OK if a bit pricey. However the waitress* who delivered part of our order struck up a 'conversation' about Ukraine (this was the day before Russia invaded), and what a strong man Trump was, etc. We'd already ordered, and it seemed impolite to ask...

Very poor value for money. Very expensive mediocre sandwiches. COVID conspiracy theory idiots running the place so be careful you don't get infected if you do go there. To get from the rear entrance to the tables at the front you walk through the serving...

I've been here a few times previously but felt that a review was overdue. I love this place. From the soups to the sandwiches, desserts and coffee everything I have tried has been fab. Ti's latest trip I had Carrot and Ginger soup - beautiful!...

I have been to this cafe numerous times and have never been disappointed. The coffee is phenomenal (one of the few places in Ryedale to get a Hazelnut Latte - Yummy!). The food is lovely and all cooked timely and with great presentation. The owners...

Porters is my favourite cafe in Helmsley. I regularly go there because, besides the open fire place and cosy atmosphere, the coffee is excellent, the food is home made and tastes delicious... However what attracts me most is the genuine and welcoming atmosphere of the...

Friendly service, good coffee and a beatiful outdoor seating area with lots of flowers and plants in the summer.

As a rule, when you get a lot of locals frequenting a cafe/restaurant, you know it's good. Porters is no exception - a proper cafe run by lovely people, with nice staff, great coffee and superb cakes, scones etc. Roaring fires in cold weather and...

I regularly meet my friends at this gem of a coffee shop. Wonderful coffee, fantastic fresh sandwiches and cakes, a roaring fire to add to the cosiness and comfort. The staff are so accommodating and friendly. Dog friendly as well which is great! Can't rate...

Porters, otherwise known as the Helmsley Conspiracy Theory Hub, needs to get back to basics. It's perhaps appropriate in a rural area like Helmsley that the owners have fallen into a massive rabbit hole. Worse still, whilst down there, they've forgotten how to make coffee....

The very best, coziest, most friendly & welcoming cafe in the North Riding! If you are visiting Helmsley you must go there.

Wonderful coffee aroma welcomed us, and wr had really good hot chocolate and home made scones withhome made raspberry jam. Excellent service and friendly.

Excellent coffee shop, perfectly situated, reasonably price, freshly cooked / prepared sandwiches and snacks, attentive staff and very warm and comfortable surroundings. Situated in the centre of Helmsley, Porters is located in a prime position for those shopping in the town. Our favourite coffee shop...

This place is wonderful! Staying at Porters B&B is like the home away from home. Great location, delicious food and also the staff is very nice, friendly and helpful. Very good selection of food serves for breakfast. Everything was great! Porters Coffee Shop and B&B...

The food is lovely, if a little overpriced, and the staff do their very best to make you feel welcome. Also dog friendly with an open fire and a nice little garden for outdoor seating. The downside is that the manageress is unpleasant, sarcastic, rude...

A bustling café serving home cooked fayre. Everything looks fresh and tasty. Service is friendly and quick. Unfortunately prices are sky high ... our sandwiches (just 2 rounds of bread) were over £7 each and my bbq pulled pork sarny was not pulled pork at...

Visited the tea room on a recommendation as one of the best tea rooms in Helmsley. Can't say we agree unfortunately. We found it to be OK, a little tired but had a nice real fire, but oh so expensive...... We wanted lunch, but just...

Cafe came recommended but we did not see the same picture that we were given. The decor is very tired and not conducive to leisurely chat over a coffee. Staff were delightful but this cafe really needs to be given some love and attention to...

Grabbed a couple of coffees and cake here. Loved the outdoor area, really relaxed and nice greenery. Coffees were so so. Probably nice to the unknowing coffee snob that I am.

Had the best ever gluten free bacon toastie today, i've ever had! Prepared to perfection and the gf bread was so delicious together with an excellent coffee all served by great waiting staff and lovely ambience, thanks team Porters! Monia's are not to be missed!...

Easily the best cafe in Helmsley. Tony and Monia and their staff are super friendly and knowledgeable. Food is delicious. Massive selection of sandwiches, cakes etc which are all freshly made and super tasty. Coffee is also amazing! Location is in centre of Helmsley and...

As a swimming 'widow' I often head for the nearest cafe while the open water swimmers cavort with seaweed and river mud. I pottered around Helmsley and this gelateria come coffee shop sang it a welcome. Friendly staff and lots of confirmed return customers. A...

We arrived in Helmsley at bang on lunchtime so we weren’t expecting to get a seat anywhere, especially with four dogs in tow. However, on stumbling upon Porter’s down a little side street, we asked the waitress outside if we could take a seat. She...

Lovely coffee shop. We stopped here on our way home from Scarborough having checked on TA for help. It was highly rated and we were not disappointed. Great scones too

Because of Covid its been nearly two years since we were able to get back to Porters. I have really missed their delicious food, especially the Italian Meringue, we finally got there and had some today. We will definitely be back there soon. If you...

The most fabulous ice cream. Especially the rhubarb. Friendly and helpful owner, who gave great suggestions of places to visit locally

Great central venue Good coffee Outside seating Pleasant efficient staff Little bit pricy Scones looked amazing but will resist till another day

Visited Porters cafe for the first time today. Very friendly reception and fruit scones were delicious. Cosy atmosphere outside surrounded by great flower planting.

A lovely week long holiday in pretty much closed down Yorkshire (or at least it felt like it)... but, oh for somewhere nice to sit and feel "normal" again. We found it!!! By happenstance (well, by a pony trek actually). We went for lunch there...

I know of very few cafe's that provide such a relaxed and traditional environment these days and that cater for just about everyone. Porters is one such and is a delight. It is a place of respite for the Helmsley local working population. It is...

Popped in for a light lunch last Saturday. Sat in the back room next to a roaring fire - on a chilly day this was very welcome. Toasted Sandwiches all round - fabulous!

While visiting the town .we popped in for lunch .a really nice place very friendly staff and very good service. The food was really tasty.

We stopped here for coffee and cake on the terrace on a sunny day. Service was good. The cake was absolutely gorgeous and beautifully presented. The surroundings are lovely. Well worth a visit.

Best scone in Helmsley! Warm and comfortable coffee shop with friendly staff. On our next visit we will see if one of their rooms are available to stay as a B&B guests - they look amazing.

Thank you for your kind service' even though you were busy you treat each customer with respect and valued each one whether there order was large or small' we had some delicious food and you went out of your way to accommodate us we will...

We stayed for four nights and this was a perfect experience. The room was very comfortable, clean and spacious. Great shower. Location is ideal. Tony and Monia are excellent hosts, very friendly and welcoming and gave good suggestions for dinner venues. Breakfasts were excellent with...

What.a gem! We had a wonderful two night stay and were very sorry to have to move on. Where to start? The accommodation is very spacious and beautifully furnished. The bathroom is huge, with a very comfortable bath. Breakfast was incredible - everything you could...

Tony and Monia, and all the staff at Porters for that matter, were absolutely wonderful hosts - welcoming, friendly and generous. Monia gave us some fantastic tips on how to spend our time in the area and even gave us a lift to our meal...

Just like the food and drinks served at this very special cafe, Porters itself has all the very best ingredients of a perfect cafe; a tempting variety of delicious food and drinks, excellent and friendly service by Monia and Tony and their lovely staff, a...

Porters Coffee Shop is a joy to rest a while away from the stresses of our current everyday life. It is so refreshing to spend a little time in a relaxed comfortable atmosphere. How lucky we are in Helmsley to be able to see the...

Such a wonderful place and a guaranteed warm welcome. Excellent cake selection plus Monika and Tony always deliver service with a smile. Friendly staff and high levels of cleanliness which is why we are frequent visitors and why the cafe is so well respected in...

Porters is unfailingly warm (open fire in cold weather) and welcoming. Super food and atmosphere, attractive waiters/waitresses - all in all a wonderful experience. This is the place to come for a comfortable break from your activities. In response to other reviewers, the wearing of masks is not compulsory in cafes, and at Porters, shielding is satisfactory, tables are spaced, and sanitised after each customer. I can’t recommend it highly enough!

I can’t believe they are getting away with this no Covid tables close together walk in table right in front of you no social distancing no masks to be seen the only good thing was the scones but please do not take the risk the only thing is hand sanitizer

Tony and Monia were welcoming and so friendly for our two-night stay, they provided interesting information of places to go, their food is delicious and combined with a comfortable and spacious room, we would love to return there.

Me and my partner took a spontaneous mini break to the Dales and stumbled on this location on Air BnB. Tony and Monia were truly outstanding hosts and if I could give more than five stars I would. They were incredibly generous, warm, hospitable and went above and beyond for us to have a memorable stay. The breakfast was amazing and again, they were hugely generous and made sure you left feeling full! Lovely coffee and gelato too - even if you don’t stay overnight, make sure to visit the cafe! Monia gave amazing advice on what to do with the days and sent us to gorgeous villages to explore that we would not have otherwise found. They truly made you feel like friends rather than guests and have set the bar very high for any future B&B’s I stay in. We could not have asked for more and would not stay anywhere else to explore the Dales. Thank you both.

I have been using Porter's coffee house for over ten years and since moving to Helmsley, every morning without fail. Never in all that time have I had need to complain about anything, which, for a pernickerty individual, such as I am, that's quite an achievement. The service is unfailingly consistent and one cannot ask for anything more than that. The food’s good, the scones excellent and the coffee moreish, it's rare I manage to escape without at least one more. In these difficult times Porter's remained open throughout and made sure their customers could extract what little enjoyment they could, when faced with an unprecedented legal, definitely not lawful, lockdown. For me personally, I'm able to escape the horrors of this latest attack on my liberty and to be able to relax in Porters in much the same way as I always have. It is a service which I cannot speak of highly enough. Thank you Tony Porter for this wonderful opportunity helping us all make the best of a very bad situation.

Maybe not but Gov advice ...People need to wear a face covering in coffee shops in England under new regulations, which came into effect on 24 July. ... However, if they sit down to eat or drink, they will be able to remove their face covering in that area. Takeaway outlets will also fall under the same criteria.4 days ago.Strange, I asked "card or cash" ? hoping for contactless to be offered. Answered "This is Yorkshire, we take cash". Amazing, does he not believe that C19 exists and we should all be doing our best to mitigate the risks ? Worldwide 645K deaths to date - and you can afford to be rude and blasé ? Bet he voted Brexit as well... Turkeys voting for Christmas

Called for coffee and cake, actually I had one the best scones I have ever eaten. More importantly I actually got my coffee exactly as I ordered it and that doesn’t happen often

We had a fabulous two night stay at the B&B. The bedrooms are located on the first floor above the coffee shop. There are two bedrooms, both are immaculately decorated with lovely bathrooms. We had a huge comfortable bed and slept really well; the room was dark and quiet. There was also a huge tv. Parking was available around the back of the property. The owners were lovely and really friendly, doing what they could to ensure we had a comfortable stay. There were lots of lovely small touches that made this stay special, such as being able to have teas/coffees from the shop downstairs whenever we wanted them, being given prosecco on arrival and having chocolates in the room.We also had a selection of pastries from the shop for breakfast, delivered up to our room - delicious! The homemade cakes in the shop are also delicious. I’d highly recommend staying here. Thank you Monia and Tony for such a lovely stay!

Consistently good coffee and scones freshly baked, always delicious. Warm welcome and friendly staff. Comfortable indoor seating with a log fire for the winter months and a lovely sunny outdoor terrace for the summer.

We've truly enjoyed our stay at Porters cafe and B&B. We were very well looked after by the hosts. The location is fantastic, rooms are spacious and luxurious and food absolutely beautiful. We highly recommend this place.

Popped in for coffee. We sat in a cosy area next to the real fire. Didn’t have anything to eat, though all the food did look tasty, especially the cakes and scones. Coffee itself as ok (nothing to write home about, but decent enough to order a second cup).

Nice coffee shop on the market place, with open fire and home made cakes. Well worth a visit.Try the ginger flapjack.

Best cafe I’ve found in ages! The food’s fabulous, so tasty and well presented, tea and coffee both excellent! Added to that, the staff are all so friendly and there’s a wonderful fire :) May have to come back later this week!

We asked around Helmsley and yes, this (we were told) is one of the best in this lovely N. Yorkshire market town. Lovely coffee & cakes plus friendly service - what more could we want.

Went for afternoon tea and cake. Very busy. A bit of a strange design as you have to walk around the front section to get to the rear as the kitchen area is in the middle. The staff were friendly and the tea cake and scone with jam and cream was lovely. Someone had a delicious looking slice of apple pie. There is a single toilet situated under the stairs. Next to a storage area which is partitioned off. Worth dropping in.

We had our coffee and delicious cake in the dog friendly section at rear of porters. Totally recommend this and had we not had large breakfast at our hotel would have been tempted by the savoury items on offer. Many others did and we watched some lovely food. Going out. Will definitely return with an appetite xx

Saw the dog friendly sign by the front door, a smaller sign said dogs allowed through side door. Once in dogs are only actually allowed in a smaller room which doesn't provide much space or big tables if the one larger table is already taken.When ordering we went through the doorway and was stood in the kitchen area amongst staff, we didn't realise you had to walk around as this was only shown by a small arrow saying 'diversion' which we didn't see until we'd sat back down, a member of staff was quite abrupt and told me to watch out and go round but I didn't realise what she meant. We saw other people pass through this way too without realising! I did enjoy my latte and cake was ok, our experience was let down by the confusing layout and staff who seemed unwelcoming. One of our dogs was told to be quiet from staff when passing, he is still getting used to being out and about so does give the odd bark but is in training and we are mindful. Wouldn't class this cafe as dog friendly or want to return.

A great find in Helmsley. Even out of season there were quite a few tea/coffee options but we were glad to find this place. A friendly welcome as soon as we walked in - staff were in festive mood putting up the Christmas decorations - and an excellent roaring fire as well which was excellent news on a damp Thursday in November.Excellent coffee, hot chocolate and scones of course. Could really fault anything here.

Luckily used the 'correct ' door to enter the cafe with our two small dogs( down the alley to the side of the front entrance).This leads into a small room where dogs are allowed....wouldn't go so far as to say welcomed! Strangely,the doorway from this room into the main cafe, leads you behind the actual counter, and in very close proximity to the hot drinks machine! Unbelievably,the customer is supposed to know that they are supposed to squeeze round the back of said machine, to go round it and emerge in front of the counter.... a small sign,simply saying ' diversion. ' conveys this message.We did not see this until my daughter and I had been gestured at and told to go round; even then, I thought she meant to just go round another member of staff who was standing there!! Odd!!Tea, biscuits and scone was good,but other hot drinks,and the caramel slice only ok. One of our dogs is a rescue,and still getting used to being in public,the other a very small,quiet 13 year old. The rescue dog does have a tendency to want to bark at people moving past him,but we kept him in a corner and kept him as quiet as possible. However,the lady who served us walked by,and told him to be quiet when he made a sound! When the other dog was seen, it was 'oh,there's another one.' Even another dog owner was overheard saying' I couldn't listen to that.'We are very mindful of keeping him as calm as possible so as not to disturb others,just as we never let our children be noisy or mess around when they were small. This made us feel very uncomfortable. My daughter visited the toilet ; it was a health and safety issue... difficult to get into,and had things stored there, including a bike!! Would not go in there again.

Porters is a little gem in Helmsley. Its serves delicious fresh homemade food and huge array of fresh sandwiches. We always have a slice of the Italian lemon meringue as it is truly delicious. If you are in Helmsley I urge you to try it.

Fabulous eatery in helmsley everyone must visit - and dog friendly. Amazing coffee very friendly staff.

Outside was full so I sat inside which was stifling. I had coffee and a scone. I do like a good coffee but this blend was rather weak. The scone was very dense and rather dry, all round I was disappointed. I looked at the prices of the sandwiches and went elsewhere, overpriced. Service was not with a smile.

Can recommend this coffee shop and never disappoints. Sit out back in the alley garden area rather than inside.

Nicely positioned smart coffee house with both inside and outside seating. Nice selection of cakes and drinks. Welcoming, friendly staff who made us feel valued as customers. Yes there are lots of similar establishments in Helmsley and this one is well wotth a visit.

Great coffee in a lovely relaxing environment. The squashy sofas and magazines make it a great place to escape and relax. Open fire in winter and beautiful outdoor area in summer. All food made and prepared on site

Visited for lunch on a recent visit to North Yorkshire. A warm and welcoming establishment with a great choice of food and very efficient and friendly staff. We had large fruit scones with cream and jam together with coffee. Excellent.

Called in for a pot of tea and a scone. Scone comes with jam and cream.Order at the counter and your choices are served at your table quite quickly.Would recommend a visit here for a snack.

We sat outside at this quaint little cafe, surrounded by beautiful hanging baskets. I had the latte coffee and my wife had a pot of Earl Grey tea made with tea leaves. We had the apple and toffee crumble served with cream which was absolutely delicious. Lovely place to come for a light snack

We called for a late morning coffee and could not resist a tall fruit scone and the trimmings. No taste of baking powder lots of fruit, butter and jam. Just what was needed. Lovely and clean, rapid service by friendly staff. Perfection for once, even in this tourist town. The price OK but then this is Helmsley, green wellies and all!

A busy day, but we were welcomed with a smile and served efficiently and promptly. My cream tea was delicious, one of the best of the holiday. Clean toilets, a great experience

We went into Porter’s Coffee Shop today. It looked nice from the outside but we were initially disappointed that there was no menu. The very helpful staff told us what was available and we shared a ham and cheese toasty and had a hot chocolate each. After this introduction, we weren’t expecting much. Boy were we in for a very pleasant surprise. The toasty came out with a couple of beautiful salads on the side and the hot chocolates were rich and creamy and tasted divine. The staff was lovely, especially Georgina who served us, Polly who made the fantastic hot chocolate and Monika was also wonderful.

Grumpy service and absolutely awful coffee, undrinkable. We asked for strong coffee but what we were given was akin to dishwater. No wonder the place was empty on a Saturday. Such a shame to see a place go downhill so fast. Luckily there are plenty of brilliant coffee shops in Helmsley.

Stopped here on a chilly Spring morning to be greeted by a wonderful roaring coal fire. Despite being very busy, it was easy to find a table and the service was friendly and efficient. Can recommend the huge scones and good coffee.