Reviews

Overall Total Score
3.9 out of 5
Very good | 652 reviews

What LamplighterYork doesn't like about Thirsk Garden Centre:
Decent enough Soups of the Day but found it a little strange that they brought food and drink (separately) to an adjacent table for us to pick up from there. I think they try a little too hard to blend “different” ingredients into the soups rather than have a straightforward flavour. Prices aren’t cheap but quality and quantity is fair. View all feedback. What LamplighterYork likes about Thirsk Garden Centre:
Been here several times and always had good coffee and great scones. My wife’s cherry scone this time was disappointing in that the cherries had been diced into indeterminate slivers rather than the large pieces of cherry previously experienced. Not quite as good ! In spite of this, I’m giving a full five stars because the scones and coffee are still top class possibly best in the area. The cafe area was clean and ti... View all feedback.

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Gastroranking-it
3.0 ★ from 50 reviews
lassinyorkshire
13.10.2024 - 04:15

Well staff lovely. Nice atmosphere and environment. What has happened to the scones? Half the size and when I tried to cut it to slather on the butter and jam i...

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Pete912
13.10.2024 - 04:15

Been here twice in the last two days as weather has been rubbish. Both times late in the day so didn’t expect much. First day had scones and coffee both scones...

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Sandave5756
13.10.2024 - 04:15

We had a really tasty and filling lunch, plus very good coffee, here last week. Good menu choices. We sat in the garden area, on one of the rare sunny days. The...

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Andrea
13.10.2024 - 04:15

Overpriced and disappointed at visit just made. I had a fruit scone which was too dry as only issued with two portions of butter and it was too dry even with th...

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Louise
13.10.2024 - 04:15

We’ve been coming here on and off for ages if we’re in the area and the Cafe is really really nice, but…. I think they are missing a trick, the dining area is h...

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Despite a mix of positive and negative reviews for this cafe, many customers have expressed disappointment in the food quality, service, and high prices. However, some have enjoyed the cozy setting and lovely staff, with one mentioning the efficient COVID policies. The menu offers a variety of options including tasty scones and cakes, making it a popular spot for a quick coffee or leisurely lunch. Dogs are welcome on the patio, adding to the relaxed vibe. Overall, while some patrons have been let down by their experience, others continue to visit for the delicious food and cozy atmosphere.

Tripadvisor
3.9 ★ from 344 reviews
janesN6EP
06.11.2023 - 22:07

My first visit to this garden center was in the late afternoon, and we were in desperate need of coffee and cake. The cafe was still open, and we enjoyed coffee...

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jeantayl0r1
06.11.2023 - 22:07

The new menu at this restaurant is disappointing. Many popular items have been removed and portion sizes have been reduced. They no longer offer prawns or egg m...

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ellishayes92
06.11.2023 - 22:07

I went to the restaurant with two friends for lunch and was pleased with the new menu! The classic coronation chicken sandwich was still on offer, along with gl...

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ruthelizabethx
06.11.2023 - 22:07

I have frequented this Garden Centre for years and always found the food okay. I came the other week and the new sandwiches were great, so much flavour! It's ni...

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Willow81
06.11.2023 - 22:07

Oh dear, where have the wonderful scones gone. They are now a quarter of the size that they used to be, the size has decreased but the price has risen. Such a s...

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Gastroranking-uk
4.0 ★ from 308 reviews

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