Sun Parlour Cafe In Ripon - Harrogate

We have been frequenting this café for over 15 years and have always enjoyed visiting with family. The team in the yellow uniforms were always friendly and the prices were very reasonable. We have enjoyed Christmas lunches here and have great memories of playing crazy mini golf. We visited today hoping to enjoy cake and a latte, but noticed that new owners have taken over. Unfortunately, the new setup is not as good as before and we were disappointed to find that the wonderful homemade baking has been replaced with uninspiring offerings. The latte was the worst I have had in many years, it was more like white coffee. The owner was unimpressed and rude when I asked for a replacement. We will not be returning.

Beautiful setting, welcoming staff. The homemade cakes were excellent, and I can't wait to come back again soon. Located in a park with stunning flower beds, it's a great spot to watch people play bowls.

Visited this cafe this morning to pick up take away drinks however the top had not been securely fitted to the cup and as a result spilt all over my daughter's hand when my other daughter went in to explain what had happened and ask for a ice pack the staff member just handed it over didn't apologise when returning the pack didn't enquire she was alright, as a result had to go to minor services at local hospital her hand was dressed and told to return tomorrow. I feel that it would be basic customer service to apologise and ensure that all takeaway drinks lids are securely fitted to cups basic health and safety I think! Also their contact details need updating as current phone number does not work

Whenever we visit Ripon we come to this lovely little park, get a coffee or snack from the Sun Parlour, then sit on one of the benches taking in the lovely view and simply relaxing. Currently the cafe can only do takeaway drinks, snacks etc., so isn’t working at full capacity. The welcome however is as warm as ever and it’s nice that they have kept going in these difficult times. Well worth a visit.

Been meaning to try this cafe since moving to Ripon in January,so on sunny bank holiday saturday decided to try it.No friendly welcome,we asked for 2 Americanos,got blank look and was asked is that black coffee then told only do filter,which was ok.The scones and fruit loaf were pre buttered ,very unappetising and portion controlling.We settled for a rhubarb and ginger crumble tray bake which sound interesting.It was lacking flavour of rhubarb or ginger.We won 't hurry back.