Betty's Café Tea Rooms 6-8 Saint Helen’s Square, York YO1 8QP
About the Business
Welcome to Betty's Café Tea Rooms! Nestled in the heart of York's historic St. Helen's Square, our charming establishment offers visitors an unforgettable experience of traditional English tea rooms with a modern twist. Established in 1919, Betty's has been serving Yorkshire's finest teas, cakes, and savoury dishes for more than a century, earning us an iconic reputation as one of the region's most loved and visited landmarks.
On entering Betty's, it’s hard not to be enchanted by our elegant, yet cosy, decor. The atmosphere is infused with the sense of history, and the aroma of fresh coffee, home-baked cakes, and savoury offerings, fills the air. Our friendly and attentive staff is always on hand to welcome you and your guests, ensuring your visit is memorable and enjoyable.
Our menu boasts an extensive selection of teas, including our famous Yorkshire Tea, carefully sourced from select local gardens, and served in our signature silver teapots with bone china cups and saucers. Complementing our tea selection is a range of delicious cakes, which are baked daily on site, using fresh ingredients that showcase traditional English recipes as well as our signature dishes. Our savoury menu comprises a range of dishes, from light bites to full-cooked meals, with ingredients sourced locally for the freshest taste.
Betty's Café Tea Rooms is not only a café; we are also an establishment that offers visitors a unique shopping experience. Our store offers an extensive collection of fine foods and gifts, so you can take a piece of Betty's magic with you. We have carefully curated our products, from teas and coffees to confectionery and artisanal pickles, to reflect the best of local and traditional Yorkshire cuisine.
Betty's has always been a point of interest for locals and tourists alike, receiving guest visits from around the world. Our café remains a symbol of vintage sophistication and the perfect stop for those seeking the nostalgia of English tea rooms. Don't miss out on visiting Betty's and experiencing the true essence of traditional English tea rooms, served with love for over a century.
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Location & Phone number
6-8 St. Helen’s Square, York YO1 8QP, United Kingdom
Hours open
Monday:
09:00 - 17:30
Tuesday:
09:00 - 17:30
Wednesday:
09:00 - 17:30
Thursday:
09:00 - 17:30
Friday:
09:00 - 17:30
Saturday:
08:30 - 18:00
Sunday:
09:00 - 17:30
Reviews
"Betty's Tea Room was recommended by a couple of people before my visit to York. I made this Silver Service Tearooms my location of choice for my Christmas Eve Dinner. I queued for around 30 minutes, and the queue was very well managed by a cheerful young lady. There was a separate queue for their shop. As soon as a table for one was available, she came and plucked me from the queue and showed me to my table. All the staff were helpful, friendly, and looked fabulous in their attire. I had a fabulous experience, Jasmine Green Tea, Turkey Escalope, and a Gooey Rascal for afters. I did treat myself to another Gooey Rascal from the shop for my Christmas Day dinner. I was seated on the ground level seating. There was seating downstairs too. The facilities were located downstairs and again did not disappoint. In keeping with the luxury of silver service, they were super clean. The venue was definitely suitable for all the family, including the dog. There are accessible facilities available too. I would definitely recommend this experience. It's absolutely worth queuing for."
"Visited Betty's as an anniversary treat with my wife and it was such a great idea. The location is central in the city centre of York and the building and atmosphere inside was just lovely, apparently themed around a luxury liner, it is just a beautiful decadent venue. We had the Champagne afternoon tea and it was as expected, lovely well made sandwiches and perfect little cakes and a couple of small but amazing scones. We were allowed free refills on tea and another plate of sandwiches with no charge. We paid the extra fee for another glass of champagne. Perfect for couples and families, it is just a lovely few hours that I highly recommend."
"A beautiful tearoom located in central York. I was recommended to go here and on my visit to York, managed to stop by. We were in a queue for about 20-30 minutes, but the service was good. It was beautifully decorated inside, and we got some unique blends of tea, along with cake too. Personally, the prices were a little expensive so I would not come here again, but it was an amazing experience and more of a one off thing for me. If I could afford it though, I'd be here all the time!"
"We got recommended to visit this place as we enjoy our Tea's and Coffees. Ive never been to a tea room where you have to queue to get in. And theirs a lot of tables, that alone told us its going to be great inside. We was not disappointed. We visited the shop after, again great value. The staff are so helpful and friendly. The food and drinks were maybe slightly more then your high street coffee shops, but the individual experience you got, the fresh pastries and drinks and decor was worth it. (When I say slightly more, maybe 10% more so not silly) not made to feel rushed. Would we visit again? Yes we would Would we recommend? 100% we would"
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