Gatehouse Coffee

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  Dwight and Sharon Cole

  ·3 months ago

  “Today we’re out walking the city walls in York. Just wandering and looking at all the history and sites to see, and we came across this great little coffee shop located directly in the Walmgate Bar. There are other coffee shops along the wall, but this one is outstanding. From the location to the extent of original structure, this is by far the best experience for coffee along the York Wall. Jamie and Dania took such great care and made us superb lattes. The chocolate brownie we had was also moist and full of flavor. As you walk the wall, save that cool sit down spot for this little gem.”

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  Adam Carbajal

  ·3 months ago

  “A great place to have a cup of tea or coffee. The Chai tea was perfect! Great views on the second floor, or even the rooftop. The person working behind the counter shed we were there is the best! 👌”

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  James Clay

  ·4 months ago

  “I headed into York with the idea of walking the walls. I walked over to Walmgate Bar and then headed anticlockwise around the city. I noted that there was a cafe, Gatehouse Coffee, within Walmgate Bar, not sure how long that had been there, I don’t recall one been there when I was living in York in the 1980s. It was early, so was closed. I then walked the city walls, which took just over an hour. Upon my arrival back at Walmgate Bar the Gatehouse Coffee was open, I thought about it, decided I would stop for a coffee. It was quite busy, I placed my order for an espresso and waited. It took a while for my coffee, as there were quite a few orders been dealt with prior to mine. I took a seat and enjoyed my coffee, there is outdoor seating in the gate and upstairs as well. As I drank my coffee, I could see that the “delay” was just because I happened to arrive at a busy time, other customers got their drinks in good time. The coffee was excellent and I would have probably stayed for another if my car parking wasn’t about to run out. If you are walking the walls of York then (depending on where you start) this is an ideal place for an end of walk drink, or a mid-walk stop. Service was warm and friendly. I hope to make a return visit soon.”

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  Nora Dunn (The Professional Hobo)

  ·4 months ago

  “This was the perfect coffee stop while walking the city wall of York! Such a unique location, inside the tower. There is plenty of comfortable seating indoors (with games), as well as a couple of interesting seating areas outside on the wall with great views. The espresso drinks were fantastic (we ordered a cappuccino and a dirty chai) and the scones (with cream and jam) were served warm and were perfectly soft and rich.”

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  Peter Forbes

  ·4 months ago

  “Climbed up for afternoon tea and it was well worth it. It advertises itself as a coffee shop but the tea was superb. Loose leaf first pick tips in very serviceable pots. The best I've ever had. And the location is great although the aerial views of Waitrose and dual carriageways could be better😀”

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  Gary Woods

  ·5 months ago

  “Spread across 3 floors above Walmgate Bar, the 14th century extension to the city walls. An historic, stone interior, nicely curated to serve coffee and pastries in a variety of comfotable settings. More seating on the 2nd floor, but most entertainingly, check out the roof terrace.”

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  PrometheusZero

  ·5 months ago

  “This was a great stop on the bar walls walk I did. It's a tiny coffee bar tucked in the bar itself, complete with tiny door and old stonework. There is only a single loo but since the building is smaller than my house and hundreds of years old I'll give them a pass. It feels so cool to sit outside on the roof and barbican section. Amazing.”

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  Charlotte N

  ·6 months ago

  “Lovely coffee shop in the York city walls, such a unique spot to have breakfast! Food options were limited but we loved the authenticity of the place. Definitely a must do when in York!”

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  Rob Ashman

  ·1 year ago

  “This is a great little coffee shop perfectly situated along the city wall, a welcome break as it was raining when we were walking around the city wall, The prices are very reasonable and the service is excellent. We took our drinks upstairs were it was loverly and warm, sat on a comfortable couch, such a relaxing chilled vibe. I would recommend this place and add it as a stop if your going to walk the city walls. I did not put a rating for the food as I did not have any.”

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  Anne Marie Stagg

  ·1 year ago

  “I was very pleased to finally have the opportunity to visit Gatehouse Coffee earlier today. You can access from the pavement level or directly from the Walls. Inside it’s really interesting and quirky with the food and coffee on the first floor and some seating, but take the stone staircase to the next floor and there’s a wonderful room full of settees , tables and board games. Go up another level,if you dare, and you’ll find yourself on open air roof top terrace with fab views across the city. Cakes looked great, coffee was hot and full-bodied and the staff were very friendly.”

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