The Impressionists Tearoom in Darlington

First visit and won’t be the last, 5 different meals, all good quality food, served attractively. Look forward to next visit.

Visited this cafe today and what an absolute little gem of a place the owners were such lovely tentative people creating a lovely atmosphere within the whole place drinks were reasonable priced and good value didn’t have food but from what I could see looked amazing, freshly made to order. Will most certainly be paying this place a visit again when in the area. Keep up the hard work and amazing service you guys are fantastic :)

Those characters are the owners Irene and Victor. Victor's food is amazing, Irene's service is attentive and friendly. The pair of them are crackers and make your visit to their little cafe an absolute hoot! Love them!

just popped in today was charged £10.99 for a small bit of quiche, chips and Salad, could have got a two course meal st the Brinkburn for £6. disgraceful!

My sister and I went for a wee walk and found this little place at the end of my road cannot believe I haven’t seen or been in before amazing food amazing service and what a quirky atmosphere my new regular !!!!

Went there for a breakfast as we were working in the area fantastic service and a great breakfast very friendly

Fabulous place, great food and wonderful service. We found this place by accident while waiting to meet friends. Spent the whole afternoon there. Wonderful surroundings and atmosphere, I could have spent all day looking at the books and paintings. Even the crockery was Impressionist! I loved it. Will definitely be back.

My partner & I think that this is the best cafe in Darlington. Irene and Victor who own it are the loveliest people, you come in as customers and leave as friends. If you are feeling under the weather then this place will cheer you up. All the meals are homemade, sandwiches are made to order and never pre-packed. Prices are reasonable, they have a range of dinners on for only £5.50 each. Today my partner had pork steaks and vegetables with an orange sauce. I had a large bowl of spaghetti bolognese. Delicious. My favourite meal is gammon, homemade chips and fried eggs with a slice of pineapple (optional) and citrus sauce. Superb. They also do homemade chips in a newspaper cone like the old days for children only £1. There's a wide range of homemade cakes and desserts to satisfy a sweet tooth that Victor lovingly prepares. Irene makes her own shortbread. The cafe decor is inspired by the Impressionists and the walls are adorned with art. There are also art books to read and they provide a daily paper. Irene and Victor love their music and their selections provide a great background atmosphere. They are also trying out a set meal on an evening once a month. So come along and find out for yourself how special this cafe really is, you won't be disappointed.

What a lovely quirky cafe. A work of art in itself. Stopped for breakfast with my husband and 4 year old son. The couple that owned it were so friendly my little boy asked when can we go again! Breakfast was beautiful, great portions and competitively priced. It's a little hidden gem.

Very quirky inside, lots of impressionist paintings (as the name would suggest), all over the walls, mugs, plates and everything else. Great, friendly service and good filling food. Recommend getting full english!

Already a favourite, this tearoom is a little gem in Cockerton. Irene and Victor are the perfect hosts and we had a few laughs as we dined. Lovely food, cooked there and then. It's great value and with its quirky decoration it all made for a completely enjoyable meal. Good luck to you both!

Lovely little tea room with lovely staff! Have visited here for breakfast, lunch and just for a cuppa and a slice of Irene’s cake... beautiful and you definitely need to try this quirky little gem.

We dined in this tearoom on Friday night, The owners Irene and Victor held a Burns Supper. The food was FAB-U-LOUS,hte cullen skink was a dream and the balmoral chicken was the best I've ever had(and I am Scottish). The atmosphere is so welcoming, and our hosts could not do enough! Value for money and beyond! It really is a gem! Wish you every success , and would recommend this establishment wholeheartedly!!!