Gatehouse Cafe - Carlisle

I was at numerous places in the gatehouse cafe, only to get a coffee, all the way to have a 3-course Xmas dinner. I can honestly say that I never had a bad food/tryat. there is always a good selection of food. on the menu, the specialties are great and the coffee is . friendly staff always there to feel welcome. you go in, sit down and get the relaxed feeling. the personal is always ready for a chinwag. you will not be put down by them. shows the best cafe in carlisle.

My friend and I were out in the car today, unexpectedly the car broke and began to smoke! the dame in caffe ran right in front of us and tried to help her best. the dame invited us all to the caffe and cared for. my friend and I and our 3 children, while the car cooled down. they have provided us drinks and toast for free. very thoughtful and friendly in such a stressful time. in any case, a must go to the caffe, beautiful personal and a beautiful caffe and eat.

So feel a family- we love it here! big eating and cakes are amazing and so good worth. 5* service- highly recommended!

Best afternoon tea I have had. I have visited on two occasions to date. Freshly made food, as much tea coffee and juice you would like. Staff friendly and attentive would highly recommend.

I reviewed this little gem in 2016 but since then it has gone from strength to strength. We often call in, as we did on Saturday, and can never fault the staff, level of cleanliness or the beverages and food. We had the vanilla and...blueberry cheese cake and a good cup of tea (not weak stuff) At the time there were two groups having afternoon tea and it looked fabulous, three tiered cake stand and plates consisting of sandwiches, scones and jam, a selection of cakes and little glasses filled to the brim with cream and, I think, fruit and jelly. Afternoon teas are served on Saturdays and Sundays but you have to pre-book. On our next free weekend I know where we are having tea.