The Vinehouse Cafe at Helmsley walled Garden

Edit to review: changing my review from a 3/5 star to a 1/5 star due to the owners sarcastic response to my review below. Apparently customers aren’t allowed to have their own opinions and taste now. Thanks for your ‘I’m right you’re wrong’ reply below - hilarious! My previous review: I’m giving this a 3/5 because the service and atmosphere was perfect, however the food wasn’t great. I ordered the Korean chicken Buddha bowl, and the flavours were very strong and confusing. Really sticky sauce that covered the chicken was extremely sugary and tasted similar to hoisin sauce. On top of the plethora of ingredients including dill, cheese, chickpeas, quinoa, coriander, tomatoes, cucumber and more!! Whilst it’s definitely a 5/5 for effort, less is more in this case. Whilst I appreciate I chose the Korean chicken Buddha bowl, I don’t think the menu should have options for the Buddha bowl that don’t go with the recipe. Portion sizes were great though! My partner had the mackerel sandwich which was again overpowering: dill and mayonnaise on top of mackerel and beetroot.

Absolutely fabulous hidden little treasure a short walk from the village square. Wife has dietary restrictions and they were so understanding and accommodating. Staff were wonderful, friendly, efficient. Food came out in great time and was so flavourful. Will be returning soon.

Great setting near the walled garden which wasn’t open when we visited but the cafe was lovely. Dog friendly and the staff were very helpful as we arrived close to them closing for the day but they did us lovely toasties and coffee to take out. Nice outdoor space for when the weather is better too. We will be back

A pretty, unusual, dog-friendly café. Recommended for good quality coffee with decaf options. We returned a second time to treat our family to afternoon tea. There were three of us so we ordered one large pot of tea but when we asked for a third teacup we were told they wouldn't do it as they don't allow people to share pots of tea for two. Having paid over £30 for three scones and a pot of tea for two, and having recently come from another café where they brought over an extra cup and saucer without us even asking, there was a noticeable difference in the afternoon tea service compared to some other local places. On the plus side, the homemade scones were delicious and the pot of English Breakfast tea was so big we had more than two cups worth left over when we'd had our fill!

I visited Helmsley yesterday with family to specifically visit the walled garden cafe for lunch. As my journey was 1hr 30mins I checked their opening hours before setting off (their website and Google stated they were open), I also checked their socials to check they weren’t shut like they have in the past - to my surprise when I arrived, it was closed!! The signs advertising them being open today were also all out across Helmsley. Very disappointing and frustrating, especially as I paid to travel and paid for parking. Our family were also disappointed. Too bad they missed out on a large table. I’d recommend Mannions instead as they're more reliable, especially since this is not my first experience of them being closed when they’ve advertised they’re open! ** Originally posted in January but updated my profile 3 days ago which has changed the date on this review. I don’t appreciate the cafe replying several months later saying this is a false review, when it is not!!

Very nice venue. Good quality food and drink. Dog friendly. I hate waste so when I was left with 1/2 a pot of tea I asked for another cup for a friend... to be told it's one per person. Bit tight if you ask me.

Gorgeous Food & Setting Positioned next to the walled garden in the North Yorkshire village of Helmsley is the popular Vinehouse Cafe. As the name suggests it is situated in an old lean-to greenhouse. The greenhouse gets very hot on warn days but there is amble seating outside with parasols to shade diners. The seats look out towards the tranquil walked garden. The food is delicious. We had a Buddha bowl, a large mixed salad with choice of toppings, and the frittata of the day, also served with a large selection of different salads. Service was quick, efficient with polite staff.

Lovely home made food including vegitarian options. No entry ticket for walled garden required. Nicely presented food in a modern style in the vinehouse within the walled garden. Highly recommended.