The Joyful Deli — Restaurant in Bradford

As with all my little journeys of discovery i came across this little jem of a place just outside of Ilkley,Yorkshire so coming from west to east the van in layby guiding you in with its advert to a small road for half a mile an old barn hundreds of years old converted cafe and farm shop and discovered a pinic garden at the rear, this away from the hustle of road noise and town centre has got to be a switch off for the best of us although was playing some nice relaxing music in the background. Just a quick bite as time was getting on they were closing soon but were not rushing me order my cornish pastie and cheesecake with a lovely cup of coffee could spend hours relaxing staff were amazing very happy and willing nothing was a bother as i do love finding these special places and a good review is like a ticket to go you must try at least i must stress ita not the cheapest but where it is makes up for the calmness it brings and the staff make it that much more pleasant i hope to pass again when down in the area as it is a few hours away from me but my work takes me all over and this kind of place makes work alot more enjoyable only when you have the time of course pleasure or business this is...

A cheerful positive grown organically from the misery of the pandemic.

Starting out during covid times just selling plants and flowers at first, people started sitting on the wall and chatting and eventually started asking "have you got a coffee?".

Now it's grown to have a full and delicious menu of hot, cold, sweet and savoury dishes that are mostly on display when you walk in.

Inside are comfy and cosy sofas and low tables and outside is a spacious and varied array of tables and chairs mixed in among the stalls of home grown veg and plants.

The atmosphere is like a laid back community hub, it doesn't feel like a normal cafe and I mean that in a very good way. It's truly warm and welcoming and the staff is lovely.

A pair of famous Olympic cyclists turned up although my mum was the only person to bat an eye, it's the dogs that got treated like the real celebrities, getting sausages and water and just as warm a welcome as anyone else.

I really like this place and highly...

Something for everyone with 4 legs or 2.

This is a fantastic spot to eat, drink and shop. Lots of people from the Ilkley area now meet here. But equally if you were on your way to the Lakes or the Dales, and wanted a high quality lunch just off the main A65, say to let your dog or your children stretch their legs, it's perfect. There's an easy circular walk down to the river and you never need step off a pavement, so great for a pushchair. The Deli is a great place for deli items- they sell the best olive oil bar none. Today, there were pumpkins for sale as well as more typical fresh vegetables. The food is great- I love the omelette and our dog knows there are dog sausages on hand. She won't walk past without stopping! You can sit indoors or outside under an awning if Yorkshire rain threatens! On top of this, all the staff are a delight to talk to. There's always a local story and a friendly smile. I couldn't recommend this place highly enough- it's a 5 star place...