Posthorn Tea Room in Richmondshire

Warm welcome and great service. Soup and a massive cheese scone very good, hot beef bap and chips absolutely delicious. Generous portions.

Enjoyed our lunch here today. Food excellent, freshly prepared, reasonably priced and service first class.

It’s early October and I turned up at 2.30pm, so I was safe from some of the issues described in previous reviews.Being quite hungry, I bypassed the tea & scones option for the Beef & Gravy Bap with chips. It was just okay: the beef was rather tasteless, but at least it was tender, and the gravy tasted like it was made from granules rather than the real thing. The chips were alright too, a better quality cook from frozen product. The bap was nondescript, not giving the impression that it had seen a local bakery. However, at £7.50 it was fairly priced for a popular Yorkshire market town.I had the Colombian coffee served in a metal carafe, which could have used one more spoonful of ground beans, but it would be harsh to downgrade a review on that basis.The servers were loud but friendly, with no trace of the attitude issues mentioned before. I could see, however, how that might change when under pressure.Unfortunately, I noticed the large, fresh scones & cake being served to a neighbouring table all too late. They looked absolutely wonderful and most likely substantial enough to have accommodated my hunger. Of course I didn’t taste them, but if you can go by looks alone, they certainly delivered. Next time!

A very busy cafe in a very busy town. I witnessed the staff go out of their way to accommodate a large party (14!) who turned up and caused havoc. The staff were brilliant and could easily have said no to the party, but didn’t. The scones are amazing and even better with soup on a blustery day. Visited three times during our holiday.

I agree with other reviews that the staff here need to swiftly improve their customer service skills and attitude as they will be out of a job soon as erstwhile customers leave in droves and patronise other cafes in the town centre or outskirts where other more friendly eateries are to be found. A very disgruntled member of staff reluctantly showed us to a clear table, then we waited and waited for our order to be taken. Eventually I asked a server to take our order, ten minutes later she arrived to take our order in what can only be described as a miserable and surly manner as if she was doing us an immense favour by stopping at our table. Eventually another server arrived with our coffee and tea cakes, at least she was a little more approachable. As there are plenty of other places to eat in and around the town we will be patronising them and avoiding the Posthorn in future.

We happened upon Posthorn on a mizzly market day and were very happy to have found it. The menu was exactly what you would want from tearoom/cafe from light bites and teatime treats to larger lunches. Our freshly-baked cheese scones with Wensleydale cheese (what else!) and chutney was delicious and plenty enough for a light lunch. We had pots of really lovely leaf tea. Altogether yummy!

We called in for a late lunch here while on our holiday. It was busy ( and had been all week apparently). We had a pot of tea and a sausage bap and a bacon bap and some chips .Both were huge and good quality. Chips were red hot and tasty. Definitely call again here.

Having been ignored (insulted) at a cafe down the street we tried this Tea Room. We were greeted and offered a choice of tables. The waiter was very pleasant and the service was speedy, unlike some of the recent reviews I see. The food was basic but good value.

Two sides to this review, went and spoke to a lady for a table inside but she was unable to move things around to fit us in but didn't offer us seating outside which we had to find out for ourselves.Went back a 2nd time and saw a gentleman who was very helpful and whilst the food took a while to arrive it was worth waiting for, a lovely hot breakfast for all of us.

Looked like a nice little quaint place to have coffee on our way passing through Leyburne . We couldn’t believe the attitude and general demeanour of the lady that served us . She came across very rude and condescending she made it clear that they were short of staff and made us feel very unwelcome. This wasn’t just us but with everyone that she had contact with ! This wasn’t customer service it was more like customer abuse for no extra charge ! Lol We had some nice tea and the rest of the people that served were great ..

Went in for a light lunch. Was with my elderly mother who needed to sit and we were lucky to get a table. We didn't see the sign that said to wait to be seated and were then reprimanded on 2 or 3 occasions in a loud voice. Felt embarrassed. Only stayed as we had struggled to get a table in the town. Service in terms of speed was good. Size of portion was small.Would not visit again.

Called in on Sunday 29th August and as there was plenty of outside seating available went to the till to order 2 coffees to carry out myself, no waitress service needed. Was met with complete disinterest and was rudely told that someone would get to us at some point, but the lady stated, quite abruptly, that they were very busy. Maybe my meagre request for coffee was not deemed as lucrative as the gentleman in front of me who had just paid his bill of £50. They need to realise that people sitting down to drink their coffees and browse the menu, may well end up ordering food. The lady on the till needs to have a real change of attitude, or maybe front of house is the wrong place for her! Went to a place just down the street and got a lovely coffee and service with a smile.

Ordered a full English with extras, fantastic quality food at a great price. Service was excellent, even on the outside tables. Without a doubt best cafe/bistro in Leyburn

Have enjoyed this place before I should say in being balanced but won't be returning again. Called in on a visit to the area with my two daughters and elderly parents. Informed no room for table of 5, asked if we could have the two vacant tables with an extra chair as youngest daughter is very small. Told abruptly not even though half the restaurant (ahead as you walk in side door) was not bring used at all. Similar attitude witnessed to another party. Went to another cafe just further down the same row of shops, would recommend you go there instead.

We popped in here whilst passing through Leyland and expected more based on the current Tripadvisor ratings. The menu was quite limited but we all managed to find something, which was fine. What was most disappointing was the rude rolling of the eyes by the waiter (possibly the Manager?) when I asked how large the flat white coffee was and if he could go a little easy on the milk (instead of filling it right to the brim). I don't feel that this was an unrealistic request based on how measures can differ across different establishments. The food was fine (if unexceptional), but I would not return and the rude treatment soured the whole experience.

I have eaten here on many occasions and have always had good homecooked food that is good value for money. Great service too, friendly staff

Called in for a mid morning snack and had one of the best fruit scones EVER! Husband also really enjoyed his sausage bun. Would highly recommend and will definitely return.

Best of bowl of chips in a long time!! Beef and horseradish sandwich on malted bloomer absolute top quality. Great service

After being badly let down by a nearby cafe for a family birthday we approached the Posthorn to see if they had a table for 6 . I explained the original booking had been for a birthday treat and they went out of their way to accommodate us and made us feel very welcome. The scones and lemon drizzle cake alone soon made us feel happy again . Thank you to all the staff , we will be visiting again !

My wife had a hot chocolate which she was very pleased with but I ordered a 'specialty' cafetiere of coffee that was described in terms such as chocolaty, dark and rich. When it came it was disappointingly thin and weak. The woman serving it said that her instructions were to use two tiny scoops of coffee per cafetiere and I wondered if the size of the scoop had been changed since these instructions were first given. She dealt with it well and gave me an extra scoop but the result still didn't quite reach the description in the menu. I would have expected something like two rounded dessert spoons of coffee for a pot of the size used, to produce the promised experience.

Super little cafe great food (Breakfast) and service. My hubby had eggs on toast I opted for the cheese scone toasted with carrot chutney and cheese Yum! tea and 2 prefect cafeterias a lovely start to our day thank you

Visit for lunch with our two young children, had 2 hot beef sandwiches with chips and the children shared a ham sandwich. The beef was from the local butcher and was nice and tender, would definitely have it again. I think it could be even better if it was on a fresh bread roll from Thomas the baker. Very helpful staff and will definitely be back.

Well pleased with this experience. Tea for two was ordered and came with teapot, hot water, milk in jug, none of this teabag in cup thing that some places do! Excellent scones and the chutney that accompanied my cheese scone was so good I bought a jar! Service pleasant and efficient.

Just walked in on impulse one sunny Saturday. Sat outside watching the world go by. Mrs ordered a bacon and egg bap, I went for the full brekkie with an extra egg and black pudding. I know it's only breakfast but everything was beautifully cooked and all of the ingredients were absolutely top notch. Will return again soon

To the side of the large market place in Leyburn the Posthorn has an excellent location with indoor and outdoor seating areas. There e is very good attention ot Covid compliance with a proactive approach to sanitisation , cleaning and track and trace compliance. The front room of the cafe is welcoming, the outdoor area is good on a sunny day though service was a little slow so we moved inside. the rear seating area is a little dull with no views. But this is a popular cafe... Coffee was excellent and so was the choice on the menu. The snack we chose was home-made and very tasty. Service is friendly if a little inefficient. Altogether a good place to visit especially if you can get in the front room!.

You are spoilt for choice in Leyburn for places to have lunch. We chose the Posthorn as it had a wide menu and excellent safety for staff and customers.Lovely lunch and very friendly helpful staffIf we return to Leyburn this week we will return.

The Posthorn is an attractive cafe cum tearoom in the centre of the village. At first glance the interior looks a bit small, but there are more tables round the corner. They serve breakfasts (which look very good) and hot snacks as well as the expected range of sandwiches, cakes etc.They also have an excellent range of speciality teas and a wide selection of coffees. We enjoyed very good tea and coffee and, along with our hot drinks, we had a couple of toasted tea cakes which were also very tasty.Covid precautions were well-maintained and the service was very friendly. All in all - this is a smart and very good cafe.

Great choice of breakfast options - all made with love! Loved the cheerful & welcoming staff as well!

We called into this lovely cafe on a rainy Thursday afternoon and nothing was too much trouble. We were welcomed at the door and seated at a spotlessly clean table which accommodated our family (2 adults, 2 pre-teens and a pram). The cafe was well set out with a steady stream of visitor’s, each receiving the same warm welcome as us. The menu was everything you could ask for, hearty home cooked food with a selection of cakes, hot and cold beverages and made to order meals and puddings. Service was excellent and clearly the team here have adapted well to the current COVID situation (constantly cleaning tables/ workstations, immaculately clean toilets, hand washing & well thought through layout etc.). We had a selection of tea, cold drinks, flapjack and scones and all we delicious with hearty portion sizes. The flapjack was so delicious that we even took some away with us. Prices are well priced for the quality and portion sizes. Would highly recommend!

We stopped here for lunch on a very rainy Saturday. It was small and quaint, staff were friendly and polite.I eat a tuna sandwich which came with a few crisps and a small salad. My husband had the cheese scone with Wensleydale and my daughter had a ham sandwich which came with carrot sticks, apple and a shortbread.It was nice enough, I do think the portions could have been larger. Tuna sandwich was watery and was dripping everywhere when I was eating it. My husband loved the cheese scone.

Came here with my partner, seated straight away, speedy service, hearty cooked breakfast and choice of different coffees which was nice. Very covid conscious, hand sanitizer, track and trace etc. Would definitely recommend.

Lovely tea room , well organised with safety precautions. Very tasty cheese scones and good coffee served by friendly staff. We were on a motorbike trip for 3 days and stopped here again on our way back.Definitely recommend.

Visited this fabulous Tea room yesterday for breakfast currently on holiday in the area. Delicious breakfast piping hot,great service couldn’t fault it. Well done to all the staff . Very safe all social distancing adhered too

This was our 3rd year visiting this great little coffee house. A brilliant varied menu from a large full breakfast to cakes with so much more in between. Definitely something for everyone. My husband favoured the full breakfast as it’s brilliant value for money. I can highly recommend a bacon and egg bap but my absolute favourite has to be the fruit cake and Wensleydale cheese together. I even bought some on our last morning to bring home with me!! Yummy. Coffee was nice and hot too and service was very prompt. Very well organised for Covid. These small local places have worked immensely hard for our safety and we should support them as much as we can.

Great little tea room. Spotless clean and nice crockery. Staff very good and friendly. Had a sandwich, apple and Wensleydale cheese, winner. My friend had scampi and chips which were spot on I know this because I pinched one 😄. Well done Posthorn.

This cafe does excellent food and the service was great. The staff are very Covid 19 conscientious. There was a wide range to choose from, anything from a toasted scone to a full meal. The coffee was great too.

Coffee stop🤞🤞🤞 we are on holiday in the area and called for a coffee and a cheese scone. Coffee great and the cheese scone very good😁👍👍👍

Very expensive for poor quality cappuccino that came out of a machine. The scone was good. Very slow service and would expect much more from its prime position. Will not return.

Toasted Cheese scone with wensleydale cheese and a pot of tea.. just what we needed after a long walk. Very friendly place, have visited before and food and service always good.

Popped in to Posthorn for a decent breakfast before we faced the rain. We were warmly welcomed and well served by the staff, treated to a brilliant selection of coffee to share in a cafetiere for two. We had a lovely Full English Breakfast, would definitely recommend!

Fantastic find for lunch. Food was wholesome and cakes home made. Staff were very friendly and efficient. Air con in the cafe and all diets catered for

Great breakfast and thoroughly enjoyed it. As it was sunny and all the tables outside were full the owner very kindly carried one out for us so we could sit in the sun. All covid rules were in measure and that was extremely comforting. Will be back for sure.. Thank you

We popped in for a quick bite at lunchtime. Food was great and well organised for COVID-19. Very good value for money and fabulous choice of food. Highly recommended

I had the vegetarian breakfast which was excellent, my wife had the scrambled eggs, also good. Friendly and quick service. We had an outside table which was nice.

Went in here late July and very impressed. Usual high standards of food and service and equally impressed with the hygiene standards. As people left the table and chairs were vigorously cleansed ready for the next customers. Well done Posthorn! Highly recommended and definitely very safe.

We stopped in Leyburn as it was pouring down with rain unfortunately so didn't have too much of a chance for a good look round. Luckily we stopped here and had bowls of lovely warm soup and coffee. Tables were well spaced and the staff following all protocols. Very friendly service and delicious soup. The cakes looked very inviting too!!!

Wonderful home baked cream scones and the most delicious St Clement's cake. Great to come back and we wish them a successful return after the C-19 lockdown !

called here yesterday, staff were super organised and all safety measures were very assuring. Lovely homemade cheese scone

Arrived here the day after lock down was lifted for cafes and restaurants, and staff here were very welcoming and efficient with the new sanitary rules they are now obliged to work with. It was a cold windy day and we had a hot coffee and enormous scones. Everything was excellent.We returned later the same week after a strenuous walk round the Dales and again the staff were so friendly and efficient, and the food was excellent. This time we had sandwiches and tea.

Enjoyed a lovely lunch to celebrate my friends birthday today. I was so impressed from the moment we entered - lovely warm welcome, superb selection on menu and high chair available for baby Daniel. Nothing was too much trouble and I was also very impressed with the safety measures in place and felt happy and relaxed to be there. You are all doing a brilliant job in these uncertain times - keep up the good work and very well done to you all. Will be back soon to sample the cakes - they looked amazing.

Popped in for coffee and cake after being for a walk around aysgarth falls. Friendly staff and fast service. Cake was very nice and the coffee went down a treat.

We stopped here for a quick pit stop with the kids and were pleasantly surprised. The staff were very friendly and we were seated and served quickly.We only had drinks and shortbread and they arrived quickly before the children became “challenging”We would definitely pop in again if in Leyburn

There are lots of placed to stop for coffee in Leyburn so it had been a while since we dropped into The Posthorn. I am happy to say that the cake was just as good as ever - the Victoria sandwich with lime was light and had just the right balance of sweetness and zestiness. A cafetiere for two gave us both several cups of coffee and so was very good value and the usual good quality. Glad we stopped by.

Called again after having had lunch previously- great bright airy warm cafe with lovely range of food and drinks and hospitable staff.

We had the most delicious tune and lime toastie with superby chips. Very highly recommemded. They cater for walkers and dogs are allowed in as well. The staff are really friendly and helpful

We had really nice brunch. It was excellent and the staff were really friendly. Thank you very much definitely will return.

Always eat at the Posthorn when we visit Leyburn. They make a fabulous breakfast. It’s a very comfortable place with very nice staff. Be visiting again soon I hope.

One of our regular stop offs when visiting Leyburn. Food served is hot and cold meals, All day breakfast, Soup of the day, Pie and Chips, sandwiches etc, The cakes and puddings are delicious,

A place we visit every few months whilst the menu (specials) do not change very often the food, ambience and friendliness remain unfailingly pleasing. Consistent quality, regular staff who brilliantly remember the locals names and orders and have a very good balance between friendliness and efficiency. Despite being a touristy location they do not exploit this and offer a good place whenever.

We called in for a coffee and scone/toasted teacake en route to Hawes. The cafe is attractively furnished and the menu is on the tables and also on the board inside the cafe. Even though this was January, the cafe was reasonably busy, but the service was good and the drinks etc arrived promptly. The coffee and hot chocolate were lovely and my husband enjoyed the fruit scone. I had a teacake which was fine.

Called in on the way to an overnight stay nr by and had an hour to kill.

Excellent home made food Great service Great prices Made very welcome by friendly and helpful staff. Can't ask for more

Called here for lunch. Staff were pleasant enough but I asked for a small portion of beans on white toast. My husband a tuna mayonnaise sandwich. Our coffee (very ordinary) came half an hour before our food. The tuna sandwich was also very ordinary and the beans (not very warm), came on brown bread! Very simple food. How can you get it wrong?

We called here for a lite bite.

We went here as it was recomended by a local business.

Stopped off for a break from driving. Ordered the lemon drizzle cake together with coffee. Coffee was very nice, the cake was lovely. I would definitely stop here again and its nice to have something a bit special instead of the usual chain of coffee shops that sell the same thing day in day out.

Called in for a drink and a cake after a breezy walk on the Shawl. Friendly service on a busy afternoon. Recommend the St Clements cake.

Very good service attentive staff beautiful home made soups gammon pies & cakes . The staff are attntive and the Cfe is very clean,always a warm welcome.

A wide selection of savouries and sweets. Toasted cheese scone with cheese wow. Sandwiches generous. Prices good.

Everytime we visit North Yorkshire we have to visit the posthorn for a vegetarian breakfast! Lovely food and friendly staff!

Called in for a sandwich and coffee. Very nicely prepared and really good coffee. Lovely decor and very clean. Plenty of seating inside and a few outside. Very well placed for the activities around the town. Good price. Plenty of ectra choices on the blackboards too.

Life savers! After being told that we would have a 40 minute wait for food in the restaurant next door these guys served two hungry travelers in ten minutes with great food and service and a sense of humour. Well done.

Not dog friendly inside, but plenty of seating outside next to the road. Unfortunately customers of the bakers next door, arrive in their big smellie diesel vehicles, and just sit there (on double yellow lines) with their engines running. Why?

been before last year so called again for tea and coffee, still great. We were served very fast, lovely scones, lemon drizzle cake, tea and coffee, tenner, very nice staff, clean all around, be back again next time.

grand choice for breakfast Lovely to sit and watch everyone go past Food very good all locally sourced

Excellent place when we need a straightforward good-quality lunch and coffee. Decor tasteful, clean, well-maintained, and very friendly staff who make time to say hello even when it is really busy, and to check that we're enjoying the food. I've read some of the negative reviews on this site with bemusement. We've been in maybe 15 times in the past year and never disappointed. Great to see independent cafes like this thriving.

We come here quite often. Very popular place. All staff very friendly and helpful. Food very good especially the breakfasts. Their milkshakes take some beating! Visit The Posthorn you will not be disappointed.

They do a very good variety of coffee by the cafetiere, we tried the Brazilian and Sumatran. I also bought a packet of their house blend tea which I have found to be particularly good. Their coffee is a little more pricey than other places.

My soya latte milk was too hot and burnt,i requested it to be changed to a black coffee. The owner said this was wasteful and soya heated correctly. They did change it and charged me for a black coffee. The slice of cake only small, but was tasty. They made me feel uncomfortable that is why i am marking them down and stating the service was poor.

As a regular visitor to the cafes in Leyburn I decided to call in as a had 20mins to spare for a cuppa and some breakfast. Despite my tight timescale and how busy the cafe was (Saturday morning) the service was excellent and I managed to have my breakfast and make my appointment. The team are always very friendly and happy to help, the food is of great quality and very reasonably priced. I would highly recommend and will be back in the near future.

Stopped for drinks. Milkshake superb. Welcoming staff. Full menu Steps inside Leyburn well worth a visit.

Called to this cafe (third).sourdough.no.olive oil.no.hello leyburn its 2019 get up to speed.so had bacon on gluton free.V.poor bacon tough.bread soft & soggy left 60%..wont be back.its suits pie eaters.unfit type.

Good value breakfast cooked to order and excellent quality. Lovely coffee. Service was very good and staff very friendly.

We went here in the hope of finding some breakfast recently. It was a cold windy day, and as we had a dog, the only option we had was the outside seating area. That was not the problem.

Dismissed others for various reasons and was not disappointed. We only had coffee and scones but what a delight. Fantastic service and very friendly and welcoming staff.

We always pay a visit here every time we visit the Dales and it never disappoints. Tony and his staff are very friendly and accommodating and the food is great. The scones are amazing and a must when we visit! Thank you. See you soon.

Pleasant cafe to pop in for a coffee and cake - or for a meal: breakfast or lunch. Whatever you choose you won't be let down. Friendly staff are most welcoming and the choice of snacks, cakes and meals is very tempting. Menus include gluten free options. Situated in town centre it's easy to find. Plenty of places to sit. Also has its own small shop offering a range of products. Worth a visit.

We had a superb cup of tea here earlier in our short break to Yorkshire and so decided to stop on the way home for breakfast. What a great decision. Lovely local ingredients prepared with real care and presented nicely by curteous and caring staff. English Breakfast looks very simple but a good english breakfast is not easy. The proof of this is the many many breakfasts you can buy prepared by people who cannot or do not do it properly. The Posthorn Breakfast was an absolute delight. It had no flaws. No brown lace or overcooked yolks in the eggs. No cindered bacon or tinned tomatoes. double cooked fried potatoes (boiled then fried to ensure crisp outside and fluffy centre, full bodied tea etc etc. Just lovely.

Finding our usual coffee shop unexpectedly closed, we drove a few extra miles to Leyburn, using TA as a guide to finding a decent cup of Tea! This is a lovely little cafe, with a few outside tables, ample inside seating and a generous selection of cakes and other treats to tempt. Service was friendly, the menu varied and atmosphere welcoming. The food, however, was pretty basic - a cut scone which was served cold and was rather hard and cakes which (in both cases) were a trifle dry and tasteless. The scones were served with generous quantities of jam and cream however and both sandwiches were fresh and well filled (although the Wensleydale and Apple was a little lacking in Apple). At £11.50 for afternoon Tea, this is not an expensive place to stop in comparison with many other outlets in the area. Facilities (and the cafe itself) were spotlessly clean, food was presented well and overall we enjoyed the visit very much. Well worth a visit..

My son and I went to the Posthorn Tea Room and Café yesterday for breakfast- I ordered 2 pots of tea as you usually get tiny pots but this was not the case here. Proper large pots.The tea flavour is wonderful.Breakfast was cooked well, very fresh and well presented. A proper meat sausage, bacon, free range egg, toast, chunky tomato and saute potatoes - absolutely heavenly and a real treat.

Been to this place many times over the years and the quality of Food and Service is still exceptional

We had a little trip out to the country and stopped at this lovely tea room. We had the afternoon tea, and it was lovely, everything was home made, everything was tasty, the scones as light as air and the cakes deliciously moist. Warm and welcoming from start to finish

Stopped here today with three friends, initially for morning tea and a scone which were amazing. Three of us had the fruit scones with Jam and Cream and they were lovely and fresh and quite delicious. Our fourth had the toasted cheese scone with chutney and Wensleydale cheese which was deemed outstanding.

Stopped off today with my wife for a bowl of soup and sandwich with coffee. Soup was delicious and the sandwiches were lovely. There was quick service and staff are friendly.

Not bad at all food was expected. Staff were friendly and helpful. When it can my bacon and sausage bap was warm with nice bacon and a small sausage. Cream r

Thank you for accommodating us. The owner and in fact all staff were very friendly after we strolled in with our little monster who was determined to cause havoc. Food was good. I had the steak and ale pie. I was expecting it to be incased in shortcrust pastry however it came with a shortcrust lid. There was plenty of chunky meat in the pie so I was a happy bunny. Thank you again

Nothing worse than finishing drinks before food arrives. Waited over half an hour for a bacon sandwich which still didn't arrive. Asked for refund from I assume owner/manager. Felt he preferred me to accept the sandwich with is 'cooked to order' explanation rather than see I was disappointed, apologise and refund. If food is cooked to order or the cafe is busy and there could be a wait, 'just say so' simples.

Popped into this lovely tea room on a wet day. Sadly, there was only one piece of chocolate cake left! Great pot of tea and shared said chocolate cake. Friendly service.

Efficient service, excellent portion sizes and reasonably priced. The menu offers excellent Vegetarian choices and the outside seating area is a bonus in the sunshine. We look forward to returning.

This is a lovely tearoom with great staff and tasty food. I had mince and Yorkshire pudding and fruitcake with cheese - this is what the word homemade was invented for! Can't recommend it enough.