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Back in Time Café

CafesDoncaster

4.8 out of 5 stars4.8(229 reviews)

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Quick info

78 St Sepulchre Gate, Doncaster DN1 1SD, United Kingdom
£1–10

About Back in Time Café

Back in Time Café is a cafe in Doncaster at 78 St Sepulchre Gate, where vintage "back in time" decor fills the room. The kitchen runs a small menu cooked from scratch, with freshly baked food alongside cakes. Coffee comes in flavours beyond the usual, including a Lavender Latte, and the drinks list also has Oreo milkshakes. For something savoury, the menu includes a salmon and cream cheese bagel. Tea is served with a biscuit. Dogs are welcome, so owners can bring their pets along for a stop.

Good to know

  • Reservations
    Accepts reservations
  • Accessibility
    Wheelchair: entrance, restroom, seating
  • Good for kids
    Good for kids · High chairs · Kids' menu
  • Dietary
    Vegan options · Vegetarian options

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Reviews

4.8/5
229 reviews

What reviewers say

Reviewers most often mention vintage decor, coffee, homemade cakes and salmon bagel or crumpet.

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Customer Review Summary

Coffee is the most frequent draw, with reviewers calling it superb and excellent, and one singling out a Lavender Latte among the unique flavours the café keeps coming up with. Food comes close behind, from a small menu cooked from scratch: a salmon and cream cheese bagel with coleslaw and a side salad, scrambled egg with salmon on crumpet, and homemade apple pie to take away. Cakes get repeated praise, one family mentions Oreo milkshakes for the kids, and another reviewer enjoyed a summer pineapple drink. The cosy, vintage, quirky decor and friendly staff come up often, and several call the prices reasonable. The one complaint is minor and comes from a single reviewer, who says the café is tucked away up the street and can be difficult to find. Reviewers also recall small touches, such as tea arriving with a biscuit and staff making room inside for a cyclist's bike.

Featured reviews

  • Kevin W
    “Really nice vibe, lovely decor (eclectic and tasteful), and superb customer service. Great coffee and cake, great place to chill. Highly recommended!”
  • Iga hmm
    “Absolutely amazing café! So cosy and welcoming, with the friendliest staff. The coffee is incredible—they're always coming up with unique flavours, and the Lavender Latte is my new favourite! Our whole family loves coming here, especially the kids who can't get enough of the Oreo milkshakes. Highly recommend!”
  • Brooke Jones
    “One of my regular spots for a great coffee! Amazing service and the staff are so lovely, one of the best cafes in the area😇”
  • sam hill
    “Brimming with atmosphere and good food and drink. Had a salmon and cream cheese bagel which was presented with coleslaw and a light side salad and it was just perfect for a lunch time treat. The summer pineapple drink I had was delicious and presented really well. The atmosphere and music in the back in time cafe is amazing also, a gentle and soothing bosa nova album was playing and the cafés decor feels like a you truly have gone back to a simpler time. You'll find yourself taking time out of the day to just enjoy the ambience, not look at your phone and relax as you enjoy your lunch. Thanks again guys really glad I found this place”
  • Tatana Gmail
    “Absolute gem, the best cafe in town and beyond. Excellent coffee, beautiful food and oh the cakes! They are now starting to sell alcohol and are rumoured to offer some evening cocktails and bite to eat soon🍸 🍸 🍸 🍸 🍸 The atmosphere is unchallenged, warm and welcoming, so one has to keep on returning..”

Hours

Monday
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Closed

Highlights

  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection
  • Popular for breakfast
  • Popular for lunch
  • Popular for solo dining

Amenities

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Accepts reservations
  • Outdoor seating
  • Dogs allowed
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in
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  • Good for kids
  • Vegan options
  • Alcohol
  • Cozy
  • Onsite services
  • Coffee
Dining options· 6
  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service
Accessibility· 2
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating
Pet-friendly· 1
  • Dogs allowed inside
Offerings· 5
  • Cocktails
  • Healthy options
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Vegetarian options
Facilities· 1
  • Restroom
Crowd· 2
  • Groups
  • Tourists
Highlights· 2
  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection
Popular for· 2
  • Solo dining
  • Good for working on laptop
Atmosphere· 2
  • Casual
  • Trendy
Family-friendly· 2
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

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