Rowntree Cafe

Rowntree Lodge & Cafe, Parmelia Hotel, 17 West St, Scarborough YO11 2QN, United Kingdom
$$$ Cafe
(42 Reviews)
Price Range £10–20

Welcome to Rowntree Cafe, located within the charming Rowntree Lodge & Cafe at the Parmelia Hotel, found on West Street in Scarborough. This delightful cafe is a true gem for those looking to indulge in a unique breakfast or brunch experience in a warm and welcoming environment.

The atmosphere at Rowntree Cafe is a blend of comfort and nostalgia, with decor that evokes a sense of timeless charm. It’s the kind of place where you can unwind with a good book or catch up with friends over a cup of quality coffee. The friendly staff are known for their genuine warmth and sense of humor, ensuring that your visit is not just a meal, but a pleasant experience.

The menu at Rowntree Cafe is a vibrant celebration of breakfast and lunch favorites, crafted with care and using quality ingredients. Start your day with a hearty Full English Breakfast or a vibrant Vegetarian Breakfast, sure to fuel your adventures ahead. If you’re in a lighter mood, don’t miss the Smashed Avocado On Toast or the velvety Eggs Benedict, a crowd favorite often praised for its perfect balance of flavors. For those who have a sweet tooth, the Buttermilk Pancakes are not to be overlooked—they are soft, fluffy, and perfect for sharing (or not!).

What truly sets Rowntree Cafe apart is the genuine feedback from patrons who have experienced its offerings firsthand. Customer reviews speak volumes about the culinary excellence and friendly service. One enthusiastic diner, Jamie Chu, exclaims, "Amazing breakfast spot! Quality coffee, soft and fluffy pancakes, and the list goes on." Another satisfied visitor, Jim, shares his delight with the Full English, declaring it "splendid" and expressing his wife's love for the Eggs Benedict that was so good, she wished for another one!

Whether you’re a local or just passing through, Rowntree Cafe is a splendid choice for a meal that combines quality, comfort, and character. So why not take a leisurely break from your day—sit back, sip on your coffee, and enjoy everything this charming cafe has to offer? Each visit feels like coming to a friend’s place where the food is delectable, the people are friendly, and good vibes are plentiful.

Service options
Delivery
Takeaway
Dine-in
Highlights
Great coffee
Great dessert
Great tea selection
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
Offerings
Coffee
Quick bite
Dining options
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dessert
Table service
Amenities
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Groups
Tourists
Payments
Credit cards
NFC mobile payments
Children
Good for kids
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

09:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Tuesday

09:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Wednesday

09:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Thursday

09:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Friday

09:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Saturday

09:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Sunday

09:00 AM - 02:00 PM

42 Reviews
Peter Bent

08 Aug 2025

Lovely place, and the staff were great, with a lovely sense of humour. Food was lovely and quite quick, as it was very busy. Definitely worth a visit.

Jamie Chu

08 Aug 2025

Amazing breakfast spot! Been staying in the neighborhood for 5 days and so glad we found this cafe on our last day, finally! Quality coffee, soft and fluffy pancakes, moist and flavorful cakes, the list goes on. We originally had a reservation at Sea Life at 11:00am but couldn’t leave this cafe without ordering more of their goodies, ended up rescheduling our reservation to 12:30pm and barely made it!

Jim

02 Aug 2025

Went today for lunch excellent friendly service. Staff super helpful coffee freshly made and tasty. Had full English absolutely splendid cooked perfectly. Wife had the egg Benedict she enjoyed it that much she wanted another one. Great place thank you for such a enjoyable experience.

Amir Esteki

30 Jul 2025

Stayed a night there dropping our daughter at the Uni. Very pleasant landlady, fabulous breakfast and indeed a very nice cafeshop that is running parallel to the hotel and making great pasyerues. Will certainly do another visit when back in the town

charles fletcher

16 Jul 2025

Lovely cafe,excellent service, nice cup of coffee and tasty selection of cakes. Looking forward to next visit

John Grant

12 Jul 2025

My first ever visit to this café which appears to be part of a nine room hotel close to Esplanade in Scarborough. The café is beautifully decorated and reminds me of many hotels that I remember from the nineteen seventies. Unfortunately the coffee seems to be a common weak blend that's served by many of the independent coffee shops in this region. A brilliant feature is the steps that leads up to the entrance, it makes for a more pleasant atmosphere without the usual clutter of push chairs and motorised wheelchairs. Like most catering businesses today, this café does close early, so I recommend that you visit no later than lunchtime.

Dan P

08 Jun 2025

A great find for breakfast. It looks like it’s part of a guest house, it is open to all. Great food. Highly recommended.

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