Scott’s Eatery & Tearoom

Jockey Ln, Knaresborough HG5 0HF, United Kingdom
+44 7493 766727
$$$ Cafe , Restaurant
(63 Reviews)
Price Range £10–20

If you find yourself wandering through the charming streets of Knaresborough, don’t miss the delightful opportunity to discover Scott’s Eatery & Tearoom. Tucked away on Jockey Lane, this hidden gem offers a unique blend of a cozy café and a tearoom, welcoming guests with an atmosphere that radiates warmth and friendliness.

At Scott’s, the dining experience is as much about the food as it is about community. The café specializes in a range of comfort foods and homemade delights, from their heartwarming Full English breakfast—remarked upon by regulars for its generous portions and quality ingredients—to a selection of tasty cold sandwiches, including the mouth-watering Home-Baked Carved Ham and the delectable Norwegian Prawn Mayonnaise. Compliment your meal with a cup of traditional Yorkshire tea, served steaming, perfect for those who appreciate a good brew.

Real patrons have raved about their experiences here, noting how Scott’s Eatery is "easy to miss" but well worth the search. Mick Mathieson fondly described a meal that balances delightful presentation and affordability, while Amanda shared the joy of enjoying "great" food served by kind staff, making every visit feel special and personal. Customers like Ellie Pick have emphasized the café’s comforting vibes and delicious, affordable food, suggesting it’s the ideal spot for a quick bite or a relaxing meal.

The charming decor and homely atmosphere enhance your dining experience, creating the perfect backdrop for enjoying time with family or friends. Sally Humphries highlights the exceptional service she received during her visit, where staff went above and beyond, ensuring her beef Sunday lunch was nothing short of exquisite.

Whether you're popping in for a quick cold drink, like their refreshing apple juice or delicious lemonade, or settling down for a satisfying meal, the value you receive at Scott’s Eatery & Tearoom is unbeatable. As Adam Goodyear noted, the quality of food paired with exceptional service makes it a must-visit spot in Knaresborough.

Overall, Scott’s Eatery & Tearoom doesn’t just serve meals; it creates experiences that invite you to linger a little longer. So when you’re in Knaresborough, take the time to step into this inviting tearoom and enjoy a taste of home away from home. You won’t regret it!

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Service options
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves coffee
Quick bite
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dessert
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Popular with tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Openings Hours

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

Closed

Wednesday

10:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Thursday

10:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Friday

10:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Saturday

10:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Sunday

10:00 AM - 2:30 PM

63 Reviews
Mick Mathieson

11 Aug 2025

Easy to miss, this great little cafe is almost hidden away off High Street. You’re greeted with a friendly welcome, and the food is well cooked and presented. Full English with a pot of tea comes in at just under £10. Happy to recommend, when you’re next in Knaresborough.

Amanda

04 Aug 2025

Lovely little tearoom. Food was great, the lady who served us was helpful and kind, she looked after us well. Will definitely return on our next trip to Knaresborough. My pic only shows my sandwich, the rest of the family got cooked meals.

Ellie Pick

30 Jul 2025

Extremely pleasant place to go for a bite. We went to Knaresborough for the day and Scott's was ideal- inexpensive, comforting vibes and delicious food. Would definitely return if back in the area

Adam Goodyear

28 Jun 2025

Quality tasty food and above and beyond service, would highly recommend

Stuart Harley

24 Jun 2025

Tucked away down a side street, this small tearoom is well worth searching out. It has a real local homely atmosphere with lovely staff and excellent value food.

Sally Humphries

24 Jun 2025

On a visit to Knaresborough today, we found this little hidden gem. The staff were welcoming and delivered excellent customer service. They couldn’t do enough for us. The food was excellent. We had beef Sunday lunch and the servings were extremely generous! The beef was to die for and the gravy was excellent. Definitely recommend visiting here as it’s really reasonably priced as well.

Mark Grainger

10 Jun 2025

Found this little place by chance...was walking past and looked down the road and saw it. Had a full breakfast which was very tasty, bacon was the best I've had for years, sausages nice,well cooked and they asked if we wanted tomatoes (tinned...my preference). Coffee was ok, not the best I've tasted but certainly not the worst...overall..great value for money and the staff were very friendly. Would definitely go back again.

Rache Houghton

29 May 2025

Every time I've been the food has been beautifully cooked and plentiful. The family who run it are so warm and friendly. Reasonable prices too.

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