Best Restaurants for Afternoon Tea in Dunnington

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North Yorkshire

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York

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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9 restaurants available nearby

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A photo of Bettys Café Tea Rooms - York restaurant

1. Bettys Café Tea Rooms - York

4.7

Exceptional(922)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Café • York

Booked 67 times today

For over 100 years Bettys has been devoted to lifting spirits with life’s little pleasures; handmade cakes, unique freshly baked products, beautiful Café Tea Rooms, rare and exclusive coffees and teas and continental-inspired menus.There are five Bettys Café Tea Rooms in Yorkshire, each with its own shop where you can walk in and enjoy breakfast, lunch and an afternoon treat.Bettys is famous for afternoon tea, and if you want to experience the finest we offer, you can book a table for our Belmont Room in York or our Imperial Room in Harrogate. You'll be serenaded by our pianist as you enjoy a selection of savouries, indulgent sandwiches, specially selected teas and irresistible dainty cakes and scones.Join us for evening dining Thursday to Saturday, where we bring together elegant surroundings, a refined food and drinks menu. Also, for that extra dash of after-hours elegance, a pianist performs live classical covers of popular contemporary music.

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2. Afternoon Tea @ The Garden Room

3.9

Excellent(6)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Afternoon Tea • York

Booked 3 times today

With breath-taking views stretching across beautifully manicured lawns to the iconic York Minster, The Garden Room at the Milner York is the ultimate spot to relax and recharge.Our elegant lounge offers a carefully curated menu of light meals, snacks, and beverages, making it the perfect choice for a casual bite or a refreshing drink throughout the day. For a truly special treat, indulge in our signature Chocolate Afternoon Tea, served daily. This luxurious experience combines rich, decadent flavours with the serene beauty of our garden setting—a pairing designed to delight all your senses.Whether you're popping in for a quick refreshment or savouring a leisurely afternoon tea, The Garden Room provides an inviting space to unwind and enjoy exceptional flavours.

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3. The Rise Restaurant - The Grand, York

4.6

Exceptional(708)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• British • York

Booked 15 times today

The Rise Restaurant in York is an excellent spot for afternoon tea. The reviews are glowing with comments like 'excellent venue for afternoon tea', 'best afternoon tea we have ever had', and 'afternoon tea was delicious'. The menu offers a range of sandwiches, cakes, and scones with clotted cream and jam. The service is noted as exceptional, and the ambiance is described as beautiful and relaxing.

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4. The Ivy St. Helen’s Square

4.5

Awesome(12609)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • York

Booked 138 times today

The Ivy St. Helen's Square is located on the eponymous square in the heart of York and will serve all-encompassing, contemporary British menus.

5. Forest

4.6

Exceptional(246)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • York

Booked 10 times today

A warm, cosy, relaxed, and rustic restaurant, and THE place to come at any time of the day for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or even just a quick drink and a snack. Please note due to our size we are very limited on space for pushchairs and highchairs.

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6. Peachey’s Bar and Grill

3.1

Good(164)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• British • York

Booked 2 times today

The Refectory Kitchen & Terrace is a charming British restaurant with a great reputation for afternoon tea. It's described as 'fab' and 'very enjoyable' in reviews, with exquisite sandwiches and a Wensleydale and caramelised onion tart that are highly praised. They cater for specific dietary requirements and offer a relaxed atmosphere. The Garden Room is the preferred spot for afternoon tea, which is beautifully decorated and offers good value for money.

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7. The Yorkshire Bar and Grill

3.5

Very Good(129)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• British • York

The Yorkshire Bar & Grill is Situated In the DoubleTree by Hilton York just outside the Monk Bar. We are a friendly restaurant which takes pride in using high quality locally sourced products. Our Head Chef Tom has created an outstanding menu that shows our restaurant for its true potential, with lots of delicious signature meals and grill items We have lots of special features within The Yorkshire Bar and Grill, such as our attractive café named The Orangery with an inviting courtyard perfect for Afternoon tea in the summer time. We look forward to serving you with a warm welcoming atmosphere that is The Yorkshire Bar & Grill.

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8. Tank and Paddle - York

4.2

Awesome(404)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • York

Homed in a former merchants building in the heart of York. While retaining the original industrial charm of the building we have created a new balcony that is a real sun trap for those summer days and nights.Our drinks menu showcases regional brews such as Brew York and Ilkley Pale, trendy craft beers, cask ales such as Black Sheep and Roosters and is the first northern bar to feature big tanks of Meantime's Brewery Fresh!We also offer a wide range of gins that include regional favourites, Yorkshire Dales Distillery alongside classic blends like Slingsby. Customers will also have the opportunity to experience Gin masterclasses, learning all there is to know about the spirit, how to select the right garnishes and how to recreate their favourite tipples.If food is more your thing, you won't be disappointed. Our sourdough pizzas come in a variety of flavours, from Pepperoni and BBQ Chicken Feast, to the more unique, including Sweet Chilli Duck and Smoky Sloppy Joe.

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9. The Drovers Arms Restaurant & Country Pub

4.7

Exceptional(2030)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • York

Booked 25 times today

Great food, fine ales, plenty of gin and a friendly atmosphere – what more could you want from a restaurant and country pub! 2024 has seen an extensive £150,000 refurbishment creating a stylish and contemporary restaurant & country pub..Set in the tiny, picturesque village of Skipwith only ten miles south of York, it is the main destination inn in the area. The delicious created dishes on our menu are locally sourced and reflect the changing seasons, mirroring the wonderful walks to be found through Skipwith Common, right on its doorstep.The Drovers Arms has already notched up many awards:🥇WINNER - Visit York Tourism Awards ‘Pub of the Year’ 2020, 2021 & 2022🥇WINNER - Selby District Business Awards - Leisure & Tourism Business of the Year category 2020 & 2023🥇WINNER - Welcome to Yorkshire, White Rose Awards ‘Pub of the Year’ 2020Business Owner Graham Usher who has over 20 years’ experience in some of Yorkshire’s best hotels, are justifiably proud of The Drovers Arms.

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Carol
Yorkshire •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
My husband and our two friends had afternoon tea in The Rise. It was delightful. From the greeting at the door to the Grand by the lovely Wayne to drinks in the bar and then Alyssa talking us through the delicacies placed befiore us, it was just perfect.
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The Rise Restaurant - The Grand, YorkPrice: Expensive• British• York
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4.6
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Andrew
Yorkshire •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Went for a Night at the Musicals. Absolutely brilliant. Great food. Fantastic atmosphere.
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The Ivy St. Helen’s SquarePrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• York
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4.5
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Anne Marie
Leinster •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Absolutely wonderful afternoon tea in Betty's where the service was amazing and we were looked after by a girl called Rosie who is an absolute asset and credit to the tea rooms
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Bettys Café Tea Rooms - YorkPrice: Expensive• Café• York
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4.7
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Frances
Liverpool/Merseyside •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great food cooked to perfection! Lovely interior and had a very enjoyable experience - thank you
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ForestPrice: Moderate• British• York
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4.6
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Garry
Yorkshire •1 review
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
Hot day but sat by window with a breeze, as non resident register for car parking at reception, as paid on return having walked the 5 mins into the city
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Afternoon Tea @ The Garden RoomPrice: Expensive• Afternoon Tea• York
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3.9

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