The Best Cafes in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom (2025)

Visited here with my three friends to celebrate the pending arrival of my little boy. We were treated so well, they’d popped us in a lovely quiet corner by the window upstairs. The food was absolutely delicious, wow, the cakes are amazing! Staff are so friendly, no wonder it’s always so busy here it’s an absolute gem of a place to visit in Wakefield.

Lovely cosy café with great vegan and gluten free options! Sandwiches, paninis, cakes, hot drinks. Staff was super lovely and cheerful. Really decent prices too. We'll definitely be back and will try the afternoon tea sometime!

Friendly and quick service. Fantastic vegan options! The fact you can get a vegan scone with butter and Jam! 😱 Follow: @vgn.adventures

My daughter and I enjoyed a lovely snack here yesterday. Coffee and food really good and the staff were so friendly and helpful. We will definitely be returning.

Lovely little cafe. Happy staff and great food. The location is next to Sandal Castle. Nice cakes and toilets. Open until 2.30 pm

You must stop here on your visit to Sandal Castle. The cafe has delicious food, drinks, great view of the castle ruins and excellent service by the friendly, helpful staff. Easy access from the castle ruins, the road or the car park. Full of history, the walls of the cafe are lined with boards telling you everything you need to know and about the 1460 Wakefield Battle! I highly recommend you drop in when you are in Wakefield.

A small family run cafe. Amazing food Coffee Outdoor seating Take away coffee

Exceptional service straight off the bat. Very accommodating for dogs. Staff were amazing and friendly, and nothing was too much trouble. The hot chocolate is the best I've had in ages. The food was delicious and definitely homemade. There was a slight mix-up with my order, but this was rectified. I had the omelette with chips, and Partner had beef burger with fries. Portion sizes were incredible, amazing value for money (see photos). Definitely recommend and will most certainly visit again! Thank you to the wonderful staff.

Visited here in October half term, staff were so friendly and the food was out of this world! Real exceptionally well made home cooked favourites 😍 and a quite remarkable selection or vegan and gluten free foods too! Beautiful cafe with fabulous staff well worth a visit x

The best cafe in Wakefield with a good selection of high quality home made food at a reasonable price. The atmosphere is welcoming and the staff are very friendly. It is a family run business and the staff and owners make you feel one of the family too. (No you don’t have to do the washing up). Specials for Senior citizens too are very tasty and so filling you may need a doggy bag. The only downside is that you may have to wait for a few minutes for a table because it’s so popular but it is well worth the wait.

Fab first visit. Grown ups had panini's while the kids loved their waffles. Good menu, very nice quality and pleasant staff. Will definitely be back for another visit.

Best Latte I have ever had. Visited last Wednesday after walking the canals in Walton. The waitress was charming and could not do enough for you. We will certainly be returning.

We had a lovely lunch here. Fresh food, loads of flavour, great price and portions. The hot chocolate was one of the best we have had in a while.. and we took a couple of treats away for later

Brilliant service. Sandwiches cooked to perfection, and generous size. Spotless inside. Very welcoming staff. Let’s talk about the coffee…. You can’t leave this place without a cappuccino…

Great modern Cafe, Don't go often as it's not local, but if I'm in the area, we pop in for breakfast. Always impressed, clean, tidy, good food, and pleasant staff.

Called in on a Sunday morning after a long cycle ride to Wakefield to meet a friend. What a great set up! Fabulous breakfast, excellent value for money and service. I just wish you were closer to home!

I won’t lie, I’ve never ate here. However I can’t leave the house without seeing one of their cars out delivering. Gotta respect the graft. I have seen their cars every day this week around wakey, and one’s just come down my street. Must be something good going on there. Shoutout TLC

Nice little family run cafe. Good selection of drinks and cakes. Also a decent lunch menu of panini wraps and sandwiches. Was a relaxed atmosphere. Fairly busy as well. Large amount of outdoor seating as well as two floors inside. Very friendly and welcoming. Will visit again.

Try and sit upstairs if you can. It's decked out with plants and really pretty. This place serves awesome food and drinks, and has a nice bustling vibe, without being too noisy or hectic.

Had the best Carrot cake I've ever had there today. They also serve gorgeous bacon sandwiches on tiger bread 😋

Always great food, always great service. As a result it can get busy, but there's plenty of room upstairs too. Has a pleasant outside area that catches the sun nicely (when it decides to make an appearance - a rarity in Wakefield unfortunately). Thankfully it also has a lovely new awning to help keep the rain at bay.

Nice spot for a coffee or some lunch overlooking the water at the dam. Food looked quite good we just had a drink and a dog snack. They were very busy and there was quite a wait to be served and for drinks to come out.

A Quick Stop at The Boathouse with A Mixed Experience! On a recent visit to Newmillerdam, we decided to stop by The Boathouse for a quick drink and some cake. The location of the establishment is certainly one of its biggest draws – situated right by the dam, it offers stunning views of the surrounding scenery. Upon arrival, we found the staff to be a bit rushed off their feet, understandably so as the sun was shining and the place was bustling with visitors. Despite this, they were still friendly and took our order efficiently. The drinks we ordered were tasty and hit the spot, but if I had one critique, it would be that they could have been a tad colder, as a warm Milkshake doesn’t go down that well. The cake selection looked delicious, and our choices did not disappoint. They were well-presented and satisfyingly indulgent, making for a pleasant treat during our outing. What truly makes The Boathouse Newmillerdam a great place to visit is its perfect positioning. With the dam right outside and picturesque views all around, it's an ideal spot to relax and take in the natural beauty of the area. Whether you're looking for a quick refreshment or a longer stay to soak in the beautiful views, the Boathouse Newmillerdam provides a delightful experience. Just be prepared for a bustling atmosphere and maybe a slight wait on a sunny day.

2nd time coming here with my partner. Stunning location & views are great & staff are polite & friendly. Food in my opinion is over priced for what you get but overall very nice place.

Stunning place!! I don’t write many reviews but I thought I had to share how great this place is. The food and drinks we had were spot on, reasonably priced and the staff were super friendly. We’ll definitely be calling in again soon.

Nice outlook. Only 1 person serving & was up against it and did advise she would be a little while. However once I did have my order taken all was good. A fantastic steak sandwich with salad and coffee was good to and felt relaxed

First visit here with a friend who had been before. We only had coffee & sat outside after a walk around Newmillerdam, outdoor seating is rustic & comfy, service was friendly & my caramel latte was one of the nicest I've ever had. Would definitely visit again for coffee & maybe try the cakes/food next time.

We went to have a late breakfast the buffet was very appetising. A lovely atmosphere and the service was excellent.