The Cafe at Car and Kitchen in Craven

We had visited 3 years before and remembered an good experience and we were not disappointed on our return. We both decided to go for soup and a sandwich combo, expecting 1/2 a sandwich at the price. We were both surprised when the fresh made to order sandwiches came fully stacked, no half measures. The Cauliflower Chowder was amazing and we both rated it the best thing we’d tasted this holiday. The service was friendly and relaxed and the atmosphere light and airy. I shouldn’t say too much otherwise it might be packed next time we visit.

lovely atmosphere wonderful coffee and friendly service what more could you ask for. Been many times and never disappoints will definitely be returning again :)

Lovely environment. We only had coffee but the food looked amazing.Great open kitchen and lovely staff ad service. Highly recommended if in Settle..

Had brunch in the cafe today and both the food and staff were outstanding, friendly staff with a great menu made it a must visit for anyone coming to settle. The young chef was very friendly and the Pork Taco was one of the best meals I’ve had. We shall be coming again for sure.

We had a really good breakfast here on Friday morning before we left Settle. The coffee was superb and the atmosphere very friendly. Only one gripe why was it closed on Wednesday and Thursdays? our friends had told us how good it was and we would have eaten here more often had it been open.

Visited today - enticed by the slow cooked pork tacos . Sadly nowhere on the menu description did it say the pork was cooked with Star anise and oranges. Such a pungent flavour. I know places don’t list all ingredients but would have expected something so strong to be mentioned in the description. One mouthful and couldn’t eat the rest ( usually I can manage to eat almost anything) , had to return dish uneaten and was sadly still charged full price £12 . Ordered alternative meal - full English which was nice but even the baked beans had been mixed with something without any mention . I don’t mind flavours and different food but would find it helpful for it to be mentioned then you know what ur getting . Sadly a very expensive lunch overall

The staff were helpful and friendly, and the coffee excellent. The food (bacon and sausage sandwich & bacon/avocado on toast) was very tasty, but I feel that the quantities were rather small for the price. The atmosphere in the cafe was light and airy. A pleasant place for a brunch, but I'd suggest they could review either the quantity or price of menu items.

Serving freshly made to order food inspired by ottelenghi! In fact the food was so good that I think it was the chef himself in disguise. Warm welcome in a busy place yet still attentive service, I would recommend sharing a table with others or sitting at the bar area as tables are sought after! Using local produce producing exquisite flavours and reasonably priced. They also sell the tea from “good and proper tea” company. The Roobios is fabulous, I noted the head waitress cleaning down her coffee machine with pristine clean brushes and the cleanliness of the chef was also noted regularly washing hands using his elbow to turn on and off the taps! The clothes and gift store has wonderful items for sale and so nice to potter and browse around! Best thing we did in Settle was hind your cafe, thank you 🙏

Travelling from Cumbria to West Yorkshire we had set off early with a plan to stop in Settle for late breakfast. Had selected the bike shop cafe but when we arrived there we found it was less than welcoming environment (which might suit hardy cyclists who don't expect the temperature to be warmer inside than outside) Had seen the Cafe @ Car as we were parking and so we dcided to try it! It was brilliant. and wished that I'd seen when I'd looked at Trip ADvisor. Their rating should be higher ! The reviews I have now seen sum it up really well.....lovely decor, lovely food and lovely staff who make you feel that they enjoy what they are doing and really do want to please their customers.

Sat outside the cafe in glorious late Autumn sunshine. Basic but well put together menu that you would expect. All produce local and very well cooked with good attentive service. Reasonable value and nothing really that you could improve upon.

Bursting with awesome flavours. Everything absolutely delicious. Home made gluten free bread A gem of a find

Sat outside with coffee and cake . Very nice staff and a lovely shop . In a very good position on the market place .

We had brunch here today and everything was absolutely spot on. Great quality food, beautifully prepared and at a fair price. Staff were friendly and welcoming; covid protocols were very much in place but not overbearing. We will certainly call again.

Top quality breakfast dishes using tasty ingredients The seem to love what they do with baking in house always on the go Influenced by Ottolenghi

Came to Settle for a quick brunch and coffee and stumbled on this upstairs gem. Very friendly service, superb coffee and delicious food. Very reasonably priced. Will come again next time we're in Settle.

Visited this shop and cafe a few times during our trip to Settle- for coffee and cake and a little shopping- great to have everything in one place. Easy to order from outside and good efficient service.

Best breakfast we’ve had in ages! Amazing sourdough toast, very tasty avocado, feta & tomato. Great coffee, friendly staff. Bigger than it looks from the outside, above a lovely shop.

We came here for breakfast and loved the look and feel of the cafe, really lovely contemporary look and feel. Staff were really friendly and the food was great. I had some lovely homemade baked beans on sourdough toast and my partner had a full English. You could tell everything was freshly made/local produce which was a nice touch. Would definitely come here for breakfast again.

My wife and I had a few days in Settle to trek some of the surrounding walks and sites. We ate in this cafe on the first day, whilst also perusing the shop downstairs; loved it and went back everyday after.I liked the pulled pork sandwich which fell apart in my mouth as well as the fresh made scones with home made jam.My wife's favourite dish was avocado on sourdough toast with herb tomatoes.....and of course she added a side of crispy bacon.All in all everything on the menu looked great and the owner said that they make changes to the menu seasonally to give the customer seasonal variety.

Had the pleasure of browsing in the attached gift shop & made a purchase assisted by a very pleasant and professional retail assistant, (named Sophie I believe). This lady was very well informed and able to advise, I have to say she is an absolute credit to the business & should be an example to all others working in this field

Came across this place by accident when in the shop. If you're infirm it may be difficult as it's upstairs, but otherwise great food a good price, very clean and bright.Service spot on and staff very helpful and pleasant. Most of the food is made on the premises. Free WiFi to.Try it!

What a quaint little Cafe upstairs in the Car and Kitchen, produce source from local businesses and farms, all freshly cooked.

We called in for a coffee last year, which was really good. Last Sunday, storm D, we decided to stay longer and have lunch.We both have to say, it is the best value cafe in town. We can’t fault it. Food was so good and a lot of food on our plate for the price. Eggs were perfect, beans were gorgeous and the lightly toasted bread - spot on.We will be back soon.

I love coming to Car and Kitchen. It's in a great location, and all the staff are so welcoming. It's a treat to come here and be so well looked after.

My wife and I had cooked breakfasts here. I had the Yorkshire and my wife the vegetarian. Really nicely cooked using very good quality ingredients. Friendly service. The coffees were good too. Highly recommend.

Great to find such a cool modern little cafe in the sleepy town of Settle. After a long cold walk the fresh coffee and homemade soup with choice of bread was excellent.The selection wasn’t vast but a good range of lunch dishes, homemade cakes and a lot of locally sourced ingredients from local suppliers. I would definitely recommend and revisit if in the area. The shop it is attached to is also worth a look too.

Called in for a light snack and a drink. Espresso is my yardstick for cafes and theirs was excellent. Light bites/snack menu looked good too.

Myself and my mum had a lovely breakfast very welcoming staff and very friendly service was good and the food was smashing with recommend it but my guide dog and plenty of room to relax and enjoyed a sneaky sausage 10 out of 10

Me and my boyfriend love this cafe! We have been a couple of times now and it's just lovely. Great selection of food to cater for meat eaters , veggies and vegans and some yummy cakes. We both recently had the pork tacos, sooooo yummy and using lovely fresh ingredients. They also do breakfasts, soups, waffles, sandwiches... YUM.

We reckoned this was the best place to sit outside in the afternoon sun, in the middle of Settle, after a decent day’s walk in Ribblesdale, and a fine spot it is too. I was asked if I wanted lemon or milk in my Earl Grey - so a cafe with a certain style - and the pot of tea itself was proper leaf tea in an infuser, not teabags, so another . The cafe itself is upstairs above the shop and will bring drinks out to you if you’ve paid beforehand, and the shop is delightful. A fine little place and a good alternative to the Naked Man Cafe.

We have eaten at this little gem of a cafe on a few occasions and very much enjoyed the modern homemade food on offer. Today we sat at the bar looking into the kitchen and watched in wonder as each and every dish was created by the owner (who’s name I didn’t ask I’m afraid). I had a homemade beans and poached egg in sourdough, filling and delicious - my partner meanwhile had a very healthy and tasty looking salad with poached egg and chia bread. Good coffee and warm and friendly service too. We will be back!

Our usual 'haunts' were busy due to the summer rain so we stumbled upon this cafe by chance - it is situated upstairs in the Car & Kitchen Gift Shop and we had not known it was there. (there is a sign outside!!) As there were 6 of us we were lucky to find their large table was free and we ordered different drinks and choices fo food - all were absolutely excellent....this will be our 'first go-to choice' in future

First time here. A lovely bright, airy and modern cafe. Friendly staff and good service. They have an extensive menu. I had a sausage sandwich, it was cooked while we waited, it was very tasty, their homemade bread was delicious. My companions had various other types of sandwich and all were first class. The prices were also very reasonable.I hope to visit again. A little gem in Settle.

This is a great little cafe located in the Car and Kitchen store in Settle. The staff are very friendly and welcoming. The cafe is bright and airy. The menu is varied and there is an excellent choice of small meals, light bites, cakes and scones on offer. The tea and coffee is of a very high standard. We really enjoyed coffee and scones on a sunny Saturday afternoon. You can browse in the shop on your way out which had an excellent stock of high quality womenswear, kitchen and homewares. Well worth a visit.

Just had lunch here. Full Yorkshire breakfast, smoked salmon, cream cheese on toast and savoury waffles. Not all for me The breakfast was great but the salmon on toast was a work of art. Every plate cleared. An honoury mention for the sour dough toast as well as the very nice staff. It also has a really nice shop underneath it. What is it with Settle that makes it such a good place to get lunch?

Called in for lunch yesterday. Pleasant friendly attentive staff and lovely food - all made on site or locally sourced, so quality ingredients. I doubt its the cheapest in Settle but we thought it was good value - we had the brunch options of the veggie breakfast and the full English (most definitely not a greasy spoon!). There was a slight mix up with the bread for my dish (GF) so slight delay in our food arriving, but they dealt with it in such a professional way. The cakes looked delicious but for another time and my husband said the coffee was very good. If you’re in Settle and want a very nice lunch in pleasant surroundings you cant go wrong

This is a cafe above the Car and Kitchen gift and homeware shop on Settle's market square. Whether you come for breakfast, coffee and a snack or lunch, you will not be disappointed. The menu combines the traditional with the new, the staff are friendly and helpful and the cafe itself spotlessly clean. Don't be put off by the stairs - there are tables outside where you can watch the world go by, and the staff will serve you there. Can highly recommend.

Finally tried this place recently after many visits to Settle. Love it. The best coffee in Settle in my opinion, yummy food stylishly served and cool decor.

Relaxed cafe with indoor and outdoor seating located within a gift / cookware shop.Excellent choice of light mains / brunch and cakes etc. Lovely fresh salads, breads, cakes etc predominantly home made.Friendly service and cheery greeting. Nothing too much trouble, very reasonable prices. Fast wi-fi and dog friendly.

Its a cafe at the top of some stairs in a shop. The drinks were nice and the staff were friendly. They need to do some work on their toilets though.

Great food and service for a late lunch. All cooked to order, tasted great and plated nicely. Very helpful and understanding on catering for my coeliac daughter. Cool interior and relaxed atmosphere.

Arrived for coffee and a snack just after a party of around eight cyclists. We were told there would be a long wait as they had to fill the previous orders first. There were two people serving and the cyclists had only ordered drinks and snacks.Now surely they could have split the orders allowing one server to make our coffee and then help the other who would have started on the larger order - or is this unreasonable? We’ve been on both sides of this type of service and it keeps everyone happy.As we didn’t want to endure a “long wait” we left and found another cafe.We also didn’t browse the clothes; the last time we were in, we spent over £100!It just take a bit of thought.

On arrival it was cold.On the food arrival the quiche looked nice but was ABSOLUTLEY tasteless.My what I expected to be winter vegetable frocciatia sandwich, turned out to be a portion of winter vegetable, which was a side order of vegetables which you pay £2.50 for to add to you meal.Very disappointed

Just one word. EXCELLENT. Excellent Food, Great Chef, very friendly, Will make this our go to place when visiting Settle. Who knew Avocado on toast could taste so good.

Delicious sausage sandwich. Excellent friendly service. Would highly recommend. Will definitely come back.

wonderful little cafe with a different menu, great staff. This is a definate if you are in Settle. The BLT was amazing and well worth a try.

I've been here a few times now and every time I've been impressed by the quality of the food and the general feel of the place. It's a very calm space with lovely furniture which make it a very good place to stop off and recharge your batteries if you've been mooching round Settle. If I could give more than five stars I would!

I visit Settle sometimes three times a year and always drop in to Car and Kitchen, love the shop, also eat in the cafe most days whilst there. Unfortunately on my last visit to the cafe I was very disappointed that they no longer serve the homemade bagels insteadon the menu is soda bread which was wafer thin and only one slice with my two poached eggs and beans whereas the bagel had at least some substance to it. Will now be reconsidering my options when visiting and looking to eat.

What a really good find, modern choices in a bright, clean environment. Team were happy to talk about how they made the food and where to buy the dressing.diubt I can recreate my avocado toast though. Excellent.

The café is a great little find, quirky set up by going upstairs through a shop. Good food and great staff. Staff are eager to please and very quick to serve. Very Dog friendly place too!Healthy eats. We had poached eggs with beans in tomato sauce. I had Avocado toast with bacon and Pomegranate dressing... tasty.

Popped in for coffee and cake. Lovely people, good coffee and great cake. Locally sourced products and proper homemade cakez.

Me a friend stopped off for lunch on our coast to coast cycle. The food was top notch,the place is a great mix of the shop and cafe and the attitude and welcome of staff was spot on. Thanks guys

Had bacon egg and avocado without the bread extra egg offered instead it was lovely - tea was fab - real leaves - excellent service great value.

Clean bright and airy, nice decor, lovely food and great service. Nice to see different things on the menu.

Went view the flowerpot men in Settle and picked on the The Cafe to have a light lunch. I chose the B.L.A.T - bacon, lettuce, avocado and tomato - and my wife had the F.A.T. - feta, avocado and tomato. There was a choice of at least 4 breads, we chose the soft rye. I can only comment on my choice, the B.L.A.T. When it came it had the wow factor. The thickness of the bread was more than matched by the thickness of the filling. Freshly cooked bacon, what seemed to be a whole avocado with fresh lettuce and tomato. The bread was out of this world, although thick it was soft and delicious. The taste was unbelievable and I'm ashamed to say I ate it far to quickly. My wife enjoyed hers just as much but took her time to eat it. If ours is anything to go by there are lots of other excellent choices on the menu.

Don't be put off as downstairs is clothes and nick nacks but upstairs there are more clothes and an excellent modern café with five attentive staff great coffee and loose leaf tea,amazing sandwiches and fresh cakes,There is outside seating and plenty space to park your bike

My family and I arrived in Settle having taken the train from Kirkby Stephen. A welcoming Market Town with so many places to eat we were immediately impressed with the look and feel of the Car and Kitchen. The cafe is upstairs in a really lovely shop and with its white washed walls and oak surfaces it is a trendy but very welcoming, light and bright space with plenty of room around the tables. The menu is reassuringly limited but everything on the menu sounds delicious and uses locally sourced produce. Being on holiday I went for the Yorkshire Breakfast and a pot of the award winning tea. If I could have made my own breakfast it would have looked like this. Beautifully cooked bacon, sausages and black pudding served with toasted sourdough bread, sweet homemade baked beans and two perfectly cooked poached eggs. Accompanied by the sweet tea it was just a perfect and generous lunch (served until 3) The prices are amazing lunch for six was so reasonable and the food was loved by all. The food was cooked on show in a spotlessly clean cooking area flanked by a breakfast bar and the staff were so friendly and accommodating. All in all a little gem in a very pretty town. If I could have eaten there every day I would have found something I fancied and loved it.

Upstairs above a good gift shop. Very friendly staff and simple but nice snacks. Proper leaf tea! Tables outside for when the weather's fine.

Complete hidden gem- would not have known there was a cafe here if we had not been told by someone who had been before! It was so quaint, with ingredients sourced locally just to make it even better.I had the fish finger sandwich which was lovely. There was a bit if a hiccup with one of the meals but this was quickly resolved and the staff were very apologetic. The cakes and brownies all looked great and the staff were kind enough to give us some of the lime and blackberry cake to try. It was great.Settle was a lovely little village too with lots of shops to explore with the Car and Kitchen having its own shop downstairs with lots if great little gifts and kitchenware items.Parking was easy too with a public car park located just on the edge of the village which is pay and display. Would happily return.

Happened upon this great cosmopolitan cafe by accident. Really fresh modern menu with a funky interior. Extremely friendly staff who are clearly happy in their work which reflects on the service you receive. Very good barrista coffee from a proper machine. I had the F.A.T sandwich (feta, avocado and tomato) which was delicious, my wife had the Asian Coleslaw salad which was equally as good. Cannot rate this place highly enough, would give more stars if able.

Beautiful little cafe situated about a sweet shop selling clothes and baking things in the centre of settle. However, once we had ordered our drinks (a coke and a Diet Coke) we had a 15 minute wait despite there only one other table of two in the whole cafe. Only to then to see the table who ordered seconds before us having their food delivered before we even received our drinks. On the arrival our drinks I was frustrated to discover we had been charged the same price for a 200ml Diet Coke as we paid for a 330ml Coke. Overall lovely cafe but would definitely not return due to poor service and being left feeling rather ripped off!

We were looking for coffee and cake and we were not disappointed. Friendly staff with attention to detail and some lovely cakes

On a wander round the shops in Settle we decided we needed a light lunch. We chose this cafe. The decor is modern and the cafe is light and airy. You can see the staff preparing your food. I ordered a decaf coffee and the FAT open Sandwich, Feta , Avocado and Tomato on brown bread. The sourdough had run out! It was very fresh and tasty and plenty of contents. An oasis of calm and refreshment amid the bustle of Settle!

Pretty cafe placed on the first level of a unique shop in the centre of Settle. I had their F.A.T. open sandwich (feta, avocado and tomato with dressing served on sourdough bread with salad) and a lavender & honey latte. Yummy! The place is clean and tidy, good customer service and communication between chef and waiters, cozy atmosphere and interiors that allows one to escape the hectic rhythm of life and contemplate his own thoughts. Pleasantly surprised to find this vegan-friendly gem in Settle!

Great spot overlooking the market square, ideal for people watching on a sunny day. You need to persevere to reach the cafe, which is on the first floor through a fashion shop. It was modern and very clean. Although seated outside, the waitresses delivered our teas, using leaf tea, to our tables. On further investigating this place, I wondered what the "car" reference was as this place was no Halfords. The answer supplied by a charming lady was that it used to be a garage. It is now third generation owned. The products on sale were of excellent quality if a little expensive.

Good selection of teas and cakes with good service. You can eat in upstairs or outside in the square

What a find. This lovely cafe has been refurbished since our list visit and it is just gorgeous. Interiors are inspiring, menu delicious, great coffee and many retail temptations on the way out.Nothing more to be said - a must visit and I can't recommend highly enough - wish we didn't live 5 hours away!!

The only place that does breakfast after 11am and it was delicious . When asking the other cafe’s in town if anywhere still does breakfast , they seemed to conveniently forget about this place and now I know why.Friendly staff , very clean , well recommended

Always clean. kitchen open to dining area. Modern and bright surroundings with window overlooking the centre of town. Bread is to die for. Recommend the Russian Rye bread and the toasted sourdough - wish we knew where to get it. Salads, snacks, breakfasts, soups, veggie, good choice and range to suit casual dining. Cakes. Good selection of coffees and teas. Can't go wrong. Pleasant staff, always helpful. Recommend.

Eaten here lots of times and always been pleased with the food (the breakfasts are especially good). The staff are always friendly and helpful and have served us before they open on a couple of occasions. Would definitely recommend if you're going to Settle, it probably has the nicest interior and atmosphere in the town.

Sat outside, ordered two Americana and scone with jam and creams (costing almost £10). The scone was lovely and fresh and had a biscuity flavour. Unfortunately not enough jam and the cream disappointedly was the squirt type. The coffee cup was not full, we had to ask for a jug of hot water. The coffee wasn’t particularly hot either. Not good value for money.

The cafe is located above the delightful shop in the Market Square in Settle. Food is ordered and paid for at the counter. Our visit a few of weeks ago mid afternoon was very disappointing indeed. We ordered one Latte which was served in a very small cappuccino cup - barely warm. Tasted fine. One juice which after drinking the glass was still 3/4 full of ice. We we were not asked if we wanted ice, so to the staff please ask when taking orders. Perhaps it is so they use less juice! The scone arrived which was a triangular minuscule off cut - dry and disappointing and the coffee cake was also very small. The cost was £9.80 which for the quantity and overall quality very poor. Such a shame, as the building is lovely, clean and has free Wi-Fi too.

Great food. Pleasant people and service. We waited about twenty minutes for our food but the wait was worth it. Everything was hot, good quality and appeared to be local sourced.Will certainly call again when in the area. Great stuff.

Called in on a cold February Friday morning when walking in the area. Only had a an espresso, but it was fantastic. So often they taste like strong instant, but this was the real deal. The owner spent some time telling us about where he sources his coffee, and he obviously cares about coffee. Beware - it is short and strong - just as we like it!!!!So good we went back in the afternoon.

Fantastic cafe, really nice venue (upstairs above the shop) and great food, drink and staff Highly recommend for brunch or lunch - and brunch runs to 3pm which is great Free Wi-fi and dog friendly Couple of seats outside too

This is a really nice space filled with light even on a winter's day. The mood is relaxed with a Scandinavian feel and the service is friendly and good. We only had coffee and a toasted teacake which was enjoyable.(I have had better teacakes but the quality was not such that it detracted from the overall experience). The shop is really nice to visit, too!

We stopped here on a wet Wednesday for some cake and teas , absolutely beautiful food and spotlessly clean surroundings. I can highly recommend the carrot cake and the flapjacks delicious. First class friendly service and a great shop to browse around when finished. Well done car and kitchen keep up the great work We will certainly return

We had a very nice coffee and an absolutely first class cake in here in delightful surroundings. That sounds very posy but it really was nice and I could have tried all the cakes - the one I had was great but it took ages to decideThe cafe is well designed (I am a shopfitter after all!) very relaxed with very stylish rather Scandinavian furniture. A great place to come and have a break and I'd like to have something more substantial here

Wonderful food and coffee served by very friendly and efficient staff. Great full English breakfast served with which ever bread you prefer and eggs cooked to how you like them. A very clean, bright and enlightening atmosphere in the heart of Settle. I cannot wait to visit again.

We stopped here during a walk around Settle for a coffee and scone. The latte’s are delicious and the scone perfectly baked. A perfect spot especially when the sun is out

This cafe is above a very trendy and excellent gift shop. It’s trying hard. There are some very interesting snacks on the menu and the coffee is good. But the ambience is almost too cool to be comfortable. There are a couple of comfortable benches, but they’re only really good if you’re part of a bigger party and not a couple. Some big leather armchairs wouldn’t come amiss. Atmosphere is a little clinical. Service also was little bit cold. But I would go there again. In fact I’m about to move to Settle, within just 150 yards of this place, so it’s highly likely I will give it a second chance

Came here for breakfast while visiting Yorkshire recently and couldn't recommend it enough. I had poached egg, avocado and bacon on rye bread and my friend had a salmon and cream cheese bagel, and both were delicious. We also got speaking to the manager, who was super friendly and gave us loads of tips about things to do in the local area, including some awesome walking routes.Would definitely go back if I'm ever in the area again.

My favourite little boutique shop avec cafe that I have ever had the pleasure of visiting in all of the country. I have been many times and just keep coming back to enjoy the newly reburblished delight of a cafe with lovely friendly staff always ready to hear about my day and serve me up some seriously delicious and healthy grub even when they are really busy. The shop feels so cosy and welcoming with beautiful items for sale as well as the kind natured staff. My favourite part is that the food is locally sourced and helps to support other local businesses- a beautiful cafe with a beautiful soul that makes Settle worth a visit just to come here. I have eaten every single thing on the menu and it rocks my socks every single time. Delish.

My partner and I are on holiday visiting Yorkshire from Australia,we decided to stop off for brekky at a place called Settle on our way to The Lakes.We happened across a Cafe upstairs in a great gift shop that had a great modern look and feel to it.My partner was dying to try a "British traditional"breakfast that included Black Pudding and this one also had homemade baked beans that were out of this world as was the whole brekky.The staff were lovely,friendly hands on,which all added to the experience.

The highlight of our weekend in Settle was lunch at the cafe on the top floor of the lovely Car and Kitchen gift shop. The FAT (feta, avocado and tomato) Sandwich was absolutely delicious and enjoyed while looking out over the pretty town square. Staff were friendly and chatty and gave us loads of tips of what to do whilst we were visiting the Yorkshire Dales. We even returned later the next day for a couple of flat whites before buying some clothes in the shop and some bits and bobs for the home. We found a couple of other places in the area to be a bit dated, but the Car and Kitchen cafe has recently been done up and the decor is really relaxed and has a great vibe to it. We wouldn't hesitate to pop in again the next time we're visiting.

Not sure how to review this place. Having arrived to Settle on Friday afternoon, walking past and seeing the breakfast menu, we decided that's where Sunday breakfast would be. We arrived at half 10 and ordered within 5 mins. Our food arrived 40 minutes later. I wouldn't have minded if it was worth the wait. I ordered the Full Yorkshire and at £9 for a fried breakfast I would have expected something glorious considering the wait. What I got was soft chewy bacon, dry over cooked black pudding, bland over cooked mushroom, salty undercooked baked beans and one poached egg (the menu says 'eggs'). That would have also been bearable if the wait had been for lovely plump sausages, but they were chipolata sized and rather underwhelming so I couldn't quite understand the wait considering that we were the first in and the first order of the day. However, the bread was really nice! The above might sound unfair but I don't think it is. I live in London where my local cafe charges £10 for a fried breakfast, but what you get is 2 fat plump sausages, 2 eggs, 2 crispy bacon, tomato, a lovely sized mushroom, toast, baked beans, black pudding and a coffee or tea thrown in. The also use local suppliers (butchers, green grocers, tea/coffee etc), if you think I'm making it up, go and have a look. It's called the Fallow Deer, they're in Teddington. Compared to back home, I feel like there is a huge overcharge which doesn't add up because it's more expensive but doesn't compare in anyway. The kitchen is open and the chef seemed quite grumpy/snappy, which didn't go unnoticed by us but despite that the waitresses were polite and friendly. The decor and cafe itself is lovely. It's a nice setting, cozy with good light and ambience and it feels totally separate from the shop. So I really wanted to not grumble about what I was served but I just couldn't look past it because none of it was quite right.

The cafe has been refurbished (and possibly has new owners??) since our last visit and it is much improved.The cafe is now a pleasant place to eat/drink with white washed exposed walls, wood floors and complimenting fabrics and furniture - a little shabby chic perhaps.Really nice coffee is served and there is a good selection of cakes and light bites. Plenty of friendly staff means you don't wait long for orders or for food to arrive.

Myself and my family had a wonderful breakfast at the cafe and the staff couldn't have been more helpful. We went back later that day for coffee and cake which was equally delicious! It's a great wee cafe above a wonderful shop that sells everything you could wish for in it! I'd highly recommend checking it out!