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Tea Rooms in York
Looking for tea room places in York? This page collects the strongest matches in the YorkEats directory so visitors can compare location, rating, review volume, prices, accessibility and booking links in one place.
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tea room York
Venues compared
7
Average rating
4.5 / 5
Last updated: 2026-06-24
Bettys Café Tea Rooms
Traditional, mainstay tearoom offering formal afternoon teas or casual cafe dining on British fare.
££The Old York Tea Room
Goodramgate's go-to spot for tea room.
££Bailey's Cafe and Tearooms
A much-loved tea room in City Centre, York.
££Castle Tea Rooms
Castlegate's go-to spot for tea room.
££The Earl Grey Tea Rooms
Tea room with a warm feel, in The Shambles.
£Hebden Tea Experience
The Shambles's go-to spot for tea room.
£Afternoon Tea at The Grand
Tea room with a warm feel, in City Centre.
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Where to find tea room in York
York's tea room options are spread across the city centre and surrounding streets. Use the area label on each card to pick somewhere close to your hotel, the Minster, the Shambles, the railway station or your evening plans.
Quick comparison tips
For tourist trips, prioritise walking distance, current opening hours and booking links as much as rating. York is busiest during weekends, race days, university events and the Christmas market period.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best tea room places in York?
The top listings here are ordered by YorkEats' recommendation score, which weighs rating, review volume and featured placement so visitors can compare tea room choices quickly.
Do I need to book tea room in York?
Booking is sensible for popular venues, dinner slots and weekends. If you are visiting York for a short break, reserve the meal that matters most and keep casual options for the rest of the day.