seaways cafe in East Riding of Yorkshire

People and service were excellent (decor and ambience not so much!) but the food I would rate as below average, for the price that is. £8.80 gets you a not so great version of a full English with just one sausage that is just slightly above a cheap sausage, no hash browns included (pay extra), and (thankfully) no black pudding. The owners need to go visit some other breakfast cafes even supermarkets or Dunelm Pine, or cafe 3 in Heworth, York (eggs Benedict for cheaper), to see what their competition is. If they just bought Asda sausages (6 in a pack) and slapped in some hash browns for that price they’d have elevated their game massively, and maybe grill half a tomato instead of serving mushed up boiled chopped tomato? Would love to eat there regularly if they levelled up. Will be going back to try other things. So this review is based on one trip and a full English.

Thought we would stop for a quick breakfast sandwich, wish we had never bothered. Sandwich arrived swimming in a pool of grease, the bacon tasted like it had been deep fried, along with the mushrooms, the bread bun was the most cheapest awful bread. The cold drinks we had out of the fridge were warm, needless to say we won’t be returning or recommending to anyone to visit.

Very average breakfast, cheap sausages , plate filled with beans and tomatoes, overpriced, good service, I advise a better standard of sausage not cheap and nasty ines

Stopped here for lunch. I'd always seen the crowds of bikers so was curious what attracted the crowds. I pulled up as the only car in a parking lot full of motorcycles. It was...in truth...highly average. And the coffee was a choice of nescafe instant or from the machine. I took it from the machine and wished I'd gone with the instant! Not at all good.

Tasty breakfast served quickly and piping hot, plenty of room at the table as well which is needed when you’re dressed for motorcycling friendly staff and plenty of parking

A lovely spot in the countryside...a very pretty setting. ..great for everyone not just bikers. Lovely friendly and welcoming....food was perfect....lovely atmosphere...a must return! 😍

Great place, friendly staff. Perfect way to start the day. Plenty to choose from. Will be back soon

We've been calling here on our way to Bridlington for over 45 years, the excellent quality never varied. About 18 months ago when we called there were staff we had not seen before, I assume the place had been taken over, the staff certainly were not the same, I dont know what the food had been cooked in, I had bacon, egg and tomatoes, my husband had full english, it tasted awful, we ate what we could and left, vowing not to return. Last Monday.we decided to give it another try, and it was very good, 100%.better than the previous offering, almost back to the old quality.....the staff were very obliging and attentive...will be calling again.

One of the best hidden gems in the countryside. The owner is fantastic and the staff are a delight. Love staying at the tiny houses here every year. It’s one of my favourite places

Sorry but we found this cafe to be very average and nothing special . We’ve passed by many times & noted lots of bikers use it but on reading other reviews decided to give it a try . It’s looking a bit ‘ tired’ and drab in parts . The service was good we both had pie and chips , we both felt the pastry on the pastie and steak pie was very hard & dry and the usual frozen chips , which I hate . However at £6:50 it didn’t break the bank . Ok if you’re passing but I wouldn’t make a special trip .

superb traditional family run cafe, with a great atmosphere, great staff that are friendly and very helpful every time we have visited. The menu is exactly what you would expect from a English cafe of years past, basic, reasonable quality and fairly priced. Great choice of drinks and uses Yorkshire tea, even had my Almond milk. Lot's of spacious seating outside, and if you like people watching and looking at Motorcycles, its like a free bike show most days throughout the summer, and everyone so friendly.

We arrange to meet a friend here for lunch as it was half way between us and where they were visiting. It’s fairly unpretentious from the outside. However, there is lots of outdoor seating with a few benches under a canopy. The menu is extensive, so much choice and good options for vegetarians and vegans which was a nice surprise. We had hot sandwiches which came with a nice bit of salad and some lovely coleslaw which was like coronation chicken without the chicken. Never had that before but it was very nice. Everything was hot and the pots of tea were lovely. Staff are very friendly and plentiful. Lots of bikers visited while we were there so it’s clearly popular with that crowd. Only downside, the toilets round the back are basic and full of resident spiders.

Spent 2 nights staying in the Cedar glamping pod and it was fantastic, clean and comfortable pod and lovely grounds, the cafe was great for food and very reasonably priced and the staff were brilliant and a very dog friendly little place, would def stay here again.

We have visited Seaways many, many times over the last 40 years, we have always enjoyed our breakfast which was excellent. Last week, however, was not good, the oil the egg was fried in tasted awful sausage cheap and nasty, bring your standard back please..

This is our second time staying at seaways cafe and glamping. We love the place the location is perfect for the coastal areas, Bridlington, Filey, Scarborough and Hornsea. The pods are clean and in such a lovely setting. Mike and the staff are always helpful and friendly. The food always good

I camped here on the YWW pretty much the only place. The cafe is great. The camping is well maintained. There is an excellent camp kitchen fully equipped and the toilets/showers are first class. I can't really fault it.

Lovely place for a snack , cup of tea/coffee or a full meal , I feel its not not overpriced and a good selection from Breakfast to dinner , other peoples meals looked very good too , clean toilets. Staff are really friendly worth a visit

Great few days at Seaways, Stayed in the Cedar pod, spotless, everything you could need. Idyllic spot, extremely peaceful. Great bikers cafe next door, busy at weekends but great fun. Staff are all brilliant, Food excellent and the owners go the extra mile, will defo be back.

Called for a cup of tea and a slice of homemade apple pie. I have heard so much about the cafe from other bikers. Lovely food and lovely staff. Thank you.

Unfortunately the early riser breakfast salad was unavailable so we had to make do with a full English instead . Friendly staff and an excellent breakfast as you would expect. Definitely recommend if you're in the area.

On Saturday 19th February I was involved in a car crash on the main road opposite the cafe. It was snowing which helped cause the crash. We went to the cafe for hot drinks and to use the toilet. We explained our situation and the staff were incredibly supportive and helpful. They said we could sit in the cafe to keep warm etc. I passed that way again on Tuesday 19th April so just had to visit for toilet and drink etc. I didn’t say who I was but again the staff were welcoming. I had to buy a couple of items just to remind us all of the cafe - a lanyard and 2 stickers. We’ll do e and thank you

We visited with our children for breakfast as we were passing. Absolutely gorgeous and the cup of tea was perfect. We sat in the cosy orange part of the cafe which was nice and quiet and the children loved looking at all the motorcycles too as they powered away! We will definitely be back! The cafe was busy but they are very efficient and get you served quickly.

Excellent traditional cafe food at good prices and served with a smile. Been in 3. - 4 times and the quality of the food is consistent and so is the welcoming environment which does get busy.

Called in for breakfast after a night in one of the Glamorgan pods. Great welcome, plenty of choice or any combination you would like as my son had a non menu choice which wasn’t a problem . Food delivered quickly, piping hot and delicious.

This place has quite a reputation in the local area. It is in the centre of the Yorkshire Wolds and is a big meeting point for bikers. Really good place for a brekkie and coffee/tea. Nice, simple and unpretentious. Also sells great local honey. Buy...

Excellent place for bike spotting and sometimes you can get a sea view but the food is not adequate and the hygiene positively dangerous. There are alternatives not far away-use them.

We are regular visitors here as you can get a great breakfast at an excellent price and the service is really fast. It's always busy but the staff are spot on so you never have to wait long and they're always friendly too. It's not...

Decided to have a ride out on motorcycles to Seaways. Although I have been a motorcycle rider for 40 years and live fairly locally, I had never frequented this cafe. Firstly on arrival I was shocked at how many other bikers there were. I obviously...

What a great visit to Seaways Cafe today. I am Gluten and Dairy free. I had rang the day before our visit and had asked if I would be able to find something to eat given my diet restrictions and was told that there was...

Lovely little glamping site with everything you need for an enjoyable stay, shared kitchen is well stocked with all utensils, lovely little bbq area, set in the lovely little village of fridaythorpe. Mike and his staff made us feel very welcome and the cafe is...

Stayed here while walking the wolds way with my wife and dog. We stayed in Cedar glamming pod. Great place, comfy bed clean shower room, little fridge and microwave. We had great weather so spent the evening sitting on the veranda having a couple of...

Saw this place on the way to the coast and its perfectly placed for a refreshment stop, for breakfast or a snack. The location is nice, the building is clean and tidy with plenty of seating both inside and out. Parking is limited through and...

Me and my brother were walking the Yorkshire Wolds Way. We had just arrived in Fridaythorpe didn't know where we were going to stay when we bumped into Mike the owner he asked us if we had anywhere to stay we said no he replied...

It’s a long road from Bridlington to York dull weather, mist and fine rain...not a very pleasant trip when suddenly on the side of the road we passed a « cafe open » board. Oh joy! A lovely couple a warm drink, yummy cakes and on top...

What outstanding hospitality! Mike was a top bloke. Chatty, friendly, nothing was any bother for him despite being very very busy. The hut we stayed in next door to the cafe was comfy and warm and the setting was lovely! Delicious coffee, fab amenities and...

Very popular bikers stop, and is plain to see why. Proper grub and mugs of tea etc. Well priced. The place is a bit of a COVID one way system maze at the moment, but hopefully back to normal soon.

We stopped for two nights in the Glamping Park at Seaways. Its ideally situated for day trips to Bridlington, Scarborough, Driffield and surrounding areas. We went by car this time, but next time we are definitely taking the bikes although even if you are not...

We stayed in the English Oak glamping pod which was very clean, warm and cosy. The location was perfect for us as we were walking the Yorkshire Wolds Way and it is on route. The layout of the pods is lovely with a pond to look out across from the seating area outside the pods. The toilet block was clean and warm and had one of the best showers we experienced the whole week. The onsite cafe was handy and the homecooked food was good and reasonably priced. We even bought some local honey to take home. Mike was an absolute legend! The communication was excellent and his thoughtfulness tremendous. Nothing was too much trouble and he went out of his way to ensure we had everything we could possibly need and more. He really did go above and beyond and we cannot recommend him and his place more highly. Thank you so much!

I stayed overnight at Seaways on their Glamping Site. Booked the site through Pitch Up. Received a great email from Mike confirming how things worked and where I could pitch. The site itself has a great toilet block with really clean and well presented toilets and showers. The kitchen was a godsend at the end of a long walk and has a cooker, microwave, fridge and washing area. I didn’t get in until just before sunset. Mike got me some coffee and milk and shared how the site worked. The pitch was good. Flat grass with plenty of space. Had a good nights sleep despite the site being between two busy roads. Nodded off to the sound of gurgling water in the pond. Being gluten free I’d sorted myself a tea and breakfast which I made up in the kitchen area. In the morning I went in to pay and asked Mike if they did any gf options. It was fantastic to hear that they had a whole cooked breakfast in gf! So I had a hobbit second breakfast and a decent coffee. The cafe is spacious and bike themed. The food options all looked fresh. Mike and other people working in the cafe were really friendly and helpful. If you want to walk The Wolds for a couple of days, or The Chalkland Way, this is a great place to stay. Thoroughly recommend it! The site is really well priced for its standard and location and the food is well priced too.

We stayed 1 night at Seaways Glamping in the English Oak pod on 30th August, we arrived and the pod is located just next to the Car park. The pod itself was lovely, warm, clean and the bed was super comfy. The kitchen was fully equipped and the toilets were clean and the showers were great. My only gripe a small one is the non en-suite pod is the furthest away from the toilet, if you need it late at night, and there are no lights on the path to the Kitchen or Toilet, a few Solar lights would be handy around the pods, pond and Trees. We never ate in the Cafe so can't comment on the food, but it's a Bikers cafe and they arrive from 8am, and the pod is located on the A166 so you can hear them arrive. All in all a great site and we met Mike who was showing other Glampers to their pods, and we would return, but would go for the En-suite one next time.

Very friendly people, decent food at a fair price. Handy for various walking and cycling routes. Pies are good.

A popular cafe for motorbike enthusiasts with loads of parking for bikes. It is such a shame that the owners feel it necessary to charge the earth for very ordinary food and 50% more for canned drinks

We stayed at Seaways Camping and Glamping this weekend and we loved it. It was perfect for our needs. We had some people who wanted to camp and some who wanted something more comfortable in a hut with a bed. All of our needs were catered for. It’s in a really great location too. Had a great day at a local beach and then off to Bridlington for some old fashioned British seaside fun. Mike was really helpful and never far away if we needed something. Cheers for the help. The only thing I’d suggest to make it even better is that if you put a fridge in each of the cabins. Thanks!!

We said in the glamping onsite, the breakfast was really good, atmosphere was lovely, felt really relaxed even with a wriggling 18month old. Definitely recommend.

We had coffee and a snack and it was good food and friendly stafff. Interesting to see the bikers and its near my new home, which is great, Fridaythorpe

Tasty breakfast. Great place for a good fry up! Not too expensive either and staff are very friendly! You can also get giant mugs of tea! We also stayed in their glamping site which was super cosy and dog friendly!

We booked a 1 night stay for visiting family nearby. The glamping pods were great, clean and very warm. Ours had a little kitchenette and a bathroom with a great shower. Breakfast the next day was excellent and good value for money.

Great food and drink very friendly staff very popular biker cafe I even bought a badge lol open every day.

1 x Tuna & Cheese panini 1 x Chips with cheese 1 x Cup of tea £11 - What a rip off !! It’s just a sandwich and a few chips. Sort the prices out.

Lovely place to stop for a snack, great coffee and cakes, in particular the coconut slice Nice atmosphere and friendly service

A very popular the biking fraternity, be that engine or leg powered! Situated on the eastern side of Fridaythorpe village, with views across the Yorkshire Wolds, it serves a huge array of food to the weary traveller or day out blaster. Summer and good weather ensure this place is packed and it's always a good spot for a mug of tea (Large mug £1.60), or something more substantial. The all day breakfast is naturally a popular option. It is served with a herb sausage, two rashers of well cooked bacon, an egg with runny yolk, beans, tinned tomatoes and a choice of bread or toast. All this for £5.50, and I'm sure they will accommodate you, should you prefer less well cooked bacon, harder egg yolk etc. For me, they were perfect. As mentioned earlier, their menu is extensive, with; hot and cold sandwiches, panini, toasties, jacket spuds, cakes and hot / cold drinks.

we always call at seaways on route to brid, great service, staff always great, bacon butties are to die for.

I've been going here on my motorbike for many years now. Comparted to some other biker watering holes, the coffee and tea are good and reasonably priced and the food (especially the cakes) are very good. Well worth a visit on your bike, car or pushbike if you are passing through on the way to/from the coast.

Lovely Cafe, lot of choice to choose from on the Menu. Nice cup of teas as well. Helpful and friendly staff service they are.

A fantastic place for bikers of all ages. Large car park, loads of bikes old and new, many friendly people. Food down to earth, wholesome, tasty and served quickly. Orders given at the counter, (they take cards). Eat indoor or outdoor and watch loads of bikes. It must be good, the police eat there too and chat readily with riders. However, they are hot on speeding in the area with unmarked police cars. Only down side are the toilets, which really can't quite cope with the demand, although they are clean but well used. Countryside and roads surrounding the area make it a good choice as a destination if you want a longer run, or are just a hungry type of person or mostly enjoy the biking atmosphere.

Small cafe with out side seating. Simple home made food. Nice place for a pit stop on way to the coast.

This place is a Mecca for bikers who are in need for a bacon sandwich and a coffee. Good hearty food and friendly staff.

Had to work away from home and went to this cafe everyday. Poached eggs on toast cold sandwiches chips drinks everything you could ask for really and it's cheap enough. Sundays it's rammed of bikers if you like that sort of thing

Basic food, not appealing in either decor or food, this is more suitable as a stop for bikers or transport.

Great place to stop on a Sunday morning for breakfast. Very popular with bikers. Open from eight am.

I thought it was a bit on the expensive side, the coffee was a bit dire, maybe I should have tried the filter instead of instant, however the bacon and egg butty was really good so I'll let them off.

Friendly staff, i had breakfast which was very nice, simple no extravagance. I love this type of cafe typical british. Brilliant to stop at on the way to the east coast from york.

Our first proper visit to Seaways and although still a bit breezy we were warmed by the friendliness of the staff and visitors.

We are always on the lookout for places to have a snack in the afternoon that is warm, comfortable and has home- made cakes. Seaways fits the bill!

Never heard of this cafe until doing a little research ahead of a day walking a section of the Yorkshire Wolds Way which runs close by. Enjoyed hot drinks and bought some of the home-made cards and beeswax candles also sold in the cafe. We will be returning now we know that this place exists. Judging by the constant arrival of customers enjoying the food as well as drinks this is a popular place.

we have been going to this cafe for quite a few years now and the owners and staff are really pleasant, also the many bikers that go there are very friendly up until yesterday 17th February, when one idiot in his car cut straight in front of me going into the car park, after he had parked up he decided to walk up to me and my wife as we were heading to the cafe shouting that he had the right of way, when i told him that he cant just cut in front of another car, he decided to get more abusive and started to push me hard in the chest, if it hadn't been for one of the owners coming out and telling this guy to calm down god knows what would have happened. I dont know who this guy is and I hope he sees this review, but I think he needs to go to anger Management because all you did was show yourself up in front of the many bikers that were there

Popular refreshment stop for Bikers - with good reason. Excellent quality food and drink and good value.

We were on an extended journey to Scarborough owing to road closures and all needed a comfort break. We had never visited the Seaways Cafe but saw it and pulled off the road. Nice hot tea and coffee to take away, a home made cornish pasty each and a visit to the loo was just what we needed.

Visited a week ago with 3 friends, great food , coffee and really friendly staff. We will use this spot again.

Met family here as they'd recommended it, however I wasn't overly impressed. Wasn't bad but wasn't great either.

Literally stumbled upon this place on our way back from Flamborough when we had to pull over because a wasp flew into our car, terrorising our son!

Great old style cafe, friendly and food great.big portions. Busy but quick service. Loved every minute

Saw this cafe on the internet so decided to take a ride out on the new GSR 750. Friendly staff, great atmosphere and more importantly the food and drink was lovely and reasonably priced. Well worth a stop off if your passing.

I first came here 15 years ago, and it must be 5 years since I my previous visit. Called in yesterday on a bike ride. It was brilliant; nothing has changed, same friendly and lightning fast service and good value food.

Lovely meeting spot for Bikers to sit have a lovely cuppa and chat to new friends who have motorcycles I fully recommend it lovely cafe friendly and make a smashing cuppa tea just what a thirsty motorcyclist fancies. On a sunny day is worth a visit even if you don't have a motorbike come and have a stare at the bikes.

We four are walking the Yorkshire Wolds Way and came across this cafe after walking all morning in wind and rain. Very welcome tea and beans on toast all round. Just the sort of welcome cafe a tired traveller needs and they sell lovely honeycomb.

Lovely little stop over on the way to play golf at Bridlington. Great Food good old fashioned service. Will definitely go back.

Roadside Cafe between York and the coast, with parking for cars, motorcycles, and cycles. Has a honest no frills and very clean interior. A good range of drinks, snacks and main meals are offered, portion sizes are generous and quality is good hearing in mind the very keen prices. Service is very friendly and welcoming, but not very fast when busy.

Not a busy 9.30am frosty morning. 3 people in the cafe. I ordered a full English with toast and tea (£6.50) it was served within 5mins of ordering. Couldnt fault it at all, although I’m sure it would have tasted a little better if it was (£5.00) keeping the public happy as always, great place to stop if your on route.

Called in for a light snack around lunch time.It is popular with Bikers,there were four there when we went.the food is wholesome home made grub.I had Tomato and Basil soup.Nice, warming as it was a chilly day.Cup of tea and piece of cake.Nice little stop on route.

The prices of the food and drink were so reasonable and the staff so friendly and efficient. When we arrived at the cafe, a lot of bikers were enjoying their breakfast, so obviously their recommendation tells the whole story. Our rambling club definitely enjoyed our treats at the cafe with the reasonably prices of the food and drink plus the excellent service provided by the staff, PLEASE KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK, THANK YOU for taking care of our group

Above all other considerations this place attracts a friendly bunch, with no identifiable cliques; from ultra-sport lads, tourers and even a chap on a no lights 1920's Norton. In twenty years of visiting I have always seen bikers at their best, as did my granddaughter recently on her first ever ride out as a pillion. She likes my TDM900A (she said), but I know she really wants Mike and Spud's BMW RR1000s.

Sooo looking forward to a bacon butty stop on the way to scarborough,sadly it was not to be as all exits and entrances rather selfishly blocked by 100s of motorbikes

Came across the cafe by chance, and it was just what we were looking for. Nice cake and tea, seating outside, and in. Plenty of parking, and bikes to look at. Just what we needed!!

We called in on our way past we had not stopped here before so thought we would give it a...

Yo vivo por la carretera en fimber, a menudo una parada para un café en nuestro camino a Nueva York o para el desayuno. La buena comida y hacen un desayuno para llevar! Si no hay principios aunque se llena mucho con los ciclistas. Aunque...

Muy buen lugar de reunión o lugar de manera parando a la costa este. Siempre nos hicieron sentir bienvenidos con buen servicio y un personal amable. Un poco caro, único verdadero fallo son 1950, s los aseos.

Fantastic little cafe very biker friendly warm welcome had a fabulous big breakfast and a proper cuppa will definitely return...

Always a good mix of walkers, cyclists and motorcyclists, as well as passing holiday makers going to and from the coast. Have been visiting the café as a motorcyclist and passer-by for six years or so and have never felt let down by the staff, and their sense of humour and the quality of the food. I have seen complaints in other reviews about it being a 'greasy spoon' type café, and so what? they do exist! and there is no shame in that. The views from the seats in the car park are lovely, the air is fresh, and the company to be found to talk to is always

Dogs running around in kitchen how they got a food hygiene cert I will never know and, no till for refunds.

Stopped here for a cuppa....proper Yorkshire tea in a mug and toasted tea cake. Lots of bikers use it so it does get quite busy.

Broke down nearby and parked in the carpark to await rescue, went for tea there as we waited and were met with sympathy and an amazing cuppa (for only £1 each). Really good cup of tea. They also have very clean toilets around the back, and a really good view of the surrounding countryside. Thanks and will have to visit again.

Great place to stop off on route to the coast or walking etc. It is a biker cafe but all types visit.. great food n friendly staff

I've visited seaways many times over the years and noticed a gradual decline in quality of food. Good place to meet due to location but to be honest there are plenty of other biker friendly establishments along the popular routes that will give you 100% better quality and value when it comes to food and drink. What drove me to post this message was my latest visit Saturday 4th march. 1x tiny sausage sandwich, barely warm in an under baked, stale and flat bread cake. £3! 2x cups of extremely weak tea that smelled of vinegar. 1x minute tuna mayo Sandwich with a 1970's style salad that must have been from earlier in the week. All in the same tiny, stale and flat bread cake. Think this was over £4. All in all it was almost a tenner for very very poor food indeed. I'll still meet at the cafe but will not be parting with my money again. Step it up seaways, your competition are winning hands down.

Friendly cafe with great selection of snacks. Relaxed atmosphere and popular with bikers.The staff are so friendly and so welcoming I would strongly recommend the cakes and the cooked breakfast

This cafe is a regular stopping point for us at any time of year. The staff are always friendly and the food is great value. I would describe the decor as ' retro' and the menu as 'fast food'

Always a good mug of strong milky coffee and tasty bacon rolls. Seating outside in good weather but plenty of room indoors.

A friendly and pleasant cafe for walker, cyclists, bikers and commuters. A great place for bikers to meet especially when the weather is good and you can sit/wander about outside in the large parking area. Good value tea and coffee with a large menu of basic food. Good selection of cakes etc. It's a shame the toilet facilities let it down!

Me and husband visited seaways cafe plenty of motorbike riders there lovely bacon and tomato sandwiches great hot chocolate hubby had coffee we regularly visit here when out on bike if we are heading that way.

£12 for 3 tiny sandwiches on stale Barms that fall to bits. Asked for mayonnaise a few minutes after ordering to be told it's to late.... great customer care...I don't think so Wouldn't recommend.