The Wakeman's House Cafe — Restaurant in England

Had lunch at this delightful little café while visiting Ripon on a busy market day. It's in a beautiful and very old timbered building on the corner of the square, the home of the city's night watchmen and later its mayors in centuries gone by. The interior is quaint and cosy with wooden beams and an additional small room at the back. The café was nearly full but service was quick and efficient and the lady who served me was really friendly. They do sandwiches, soup and light meals, all homemade. I had a lovely ploughman's lunch with two types of cheese, Yorkshire ham, pate, salad, grapes, pickles and a delicious homemade coleslaw, served with thick slices of bread with butter. Portions were generous and all the ingredients were very fresh. Had a nice pot of tea with my meal but there's a good choice of other hot and cold drinks as well as wine, beer and cider. A very enjoyable lunch and at £10.50 very reasonably priced. Would...

The staff were lovely and I have to say the Welsh Rarebit was the best I've had (well paid for). It was the nearest to my dad's recipe I've ever tasted. We'll definitely return when visiting Ripon again. If anyone reads this review, you will not be disappointed with whatever you choose. Also have to say they clearly look after their regular customers which was lovely to witness, think Geoff was his name and they really took care of him. Honestly, humbling to witness. Hope you all get lots of recognition/awards as well...

Called Tuesday 26th March - afternoon. Gorgeous, atmospheric little cafe! Built 1605, lots of beams etc. Lovely friendly staff. They seemed to know their regulars but were just as friendly to first time visitors. Quick service. Lots of choice of cake. Very busy. Big turnover of customers. We had passion fruit cheesecake and sticky ginger. Might be tricky for wheelchairs - but I feel the staff would do their best to accommodate anyone. We will definitely return when next in Ripon. Yes, I would definitely...