Rievaulx Abbey Cafe - Ryedale

The coffee cake was excellent, and the service was friendly and efficient. The restaurant has large windows with a view of the street outside.

The restaurant is located in a charming spot in the Abbey grounds, and overall the dining experience was enjoyable. However, I believe they could improve by paying more attention to details. The tables were small, the chairs uncomfortable, the service lacking, and the prices seemed inflated.

The atmosphere at this restaurant is beautiful, located in a newly renovated tea room with a stunning view of the abbey. I only had tea and a cheese platter, but it was one of the best I've ever tasted. The cheese was crispy on the outside, with a creamy and light inside. It seemed to have a hint of fullgrain mustard added for an extra kick. As a member of English Heritage, I was pleasantly surprised to learn that non-members can visit the café without having to pay.

I used the caffe while I drove through the dales on a charitable bike tour in yorkshire. the eating and the organization was 2nd to none, we were a very big group and they copied super. highly recommended.

What a beautiful, peaceful and very photogenic place this is...I really was blown away by the atmosphere which was enhanced as it was misty on the morning we arrived. English Heritage have done a magnificent job in preserving this beautiful place and although some people...will probably moan about the prices in the café, the food was really fresh and if the profits go back into keeping this piece of history alive then that's fine!! Will definitely be back