Reviews for COW & CALF ROCK CAFE, ILKLEY

5/5 from Russell
2 years ago
A cafe run by an Italian for Yorkshire folk or folk visiting Yorkshire adjacent to a popular car park for the Cow and Calf and Ilkkey Moor...fancy "Betty's" it isn't but if you've just come off the moor in dodgy weather you'll be glad of a sausage roll and cup of hot chocolate then it will hit the spot. Parking: Popular spot so parking sometimes full but normally you can find a spot...well I have...
4/5 from Kevin
2 years ago
Been a few times the view is epic from here, food is OK but not great a bacon and egg sandwich I had a few weeks ago left something to be desired, bacon was fatty and a bit stringy, with the egg not being runny and a touch over cooked and at the price if I'm being honest it could have been better, not bad just not great, drinks are good tea was fine and coffee is pretty good too, service is good and friendly and as prompt as possible give how many people are waiting obviously, so overall not bad but I've had better.
3/5 from J
2 years ago
I bought a rum and raisin ice cream which tasted sandy and powdery, leaving me disgusted. My friend, who initially thought it looked nice, tried it and was equally repulsed. When I returned to the vendor to complain, he seemed indifferent, stating that most customers reported the same issue. He offered a replacement or a refund, but I declined, suggesting he inform others about the problem. To the owner: Please ensure the quality of your ice cream. Thank you.
5/5 from Gert
2 years ago
This is the place to sit the scenery is just beautiful the soup is even better i had the veggie soup it came with a huge buttered roll It was delicious certainly warmed me up, my sister got a bacon butty but she ate half my soup as the bowl of soup is massive and what a friendly guy I’m going back tomorrow for another bowl of soup. Highly recommend this place.
5/5 from Krystyn
2 years ago
Great little cafe , in a beaut spot . The best soup and bacon butty ! The Italian owner is super friendly .A great memorable day , all the way from Australia. Thankyou ☺️
5/5 from George
2 years ago
William is a very friendly character. I had the veg soup with roll it was amazing , great big cup full of veg. . Eaten overlooking the stunning countryside. The toilets were spotless. Cant recommend him highly enough .Always a favorite spot
5/5 from Mark
3 years ago
It was a really brisk windy day on the Moor. We come up here all the time but have never been to the Cafe. We had hot sandwiches and drinks in the gazebo and the sun was steaming through which made it a welcome warm place to shelter From the wind. I must say the bacon, egg and tomato bap I had was one of the best I have ever had. Also a cappuccino made by the Italian owner was simply superb. I will always make time for a stop now. Fantastic and a must visit.
5/5 from Chess
4 years ago
We visited on a busy Saturday and the owner was so friendly and attentive! We got a coffee and retuned for lunch after our walk and he welcomed us back, we both had a lovely sandwich each and he even gave us a chocolate bar. Such lovely staff, the Italian gent ( we assumed he was the owner ) has a great attitude to life & his business and is a really lovely bloke. Recommend!
5/5 from Fei
6 years ago
Super homely cafe with a great view. Right on the doorsteps of Cow and Calf rocks, this cafe has everything you need. Pop out tent with a fabulous view of the scenery, whilst retaining warmth and comfort. Beverages are reasonably priced and parking is free. Toilets are clean and decent. Nothing beats hot tea and homemade soup after morning hike in the Yorkshire Moors.
5/5 from David
8 years ago
If you love the countryside in Yorkshire and you want an ice cream or a pot of tea this is definitely the place to be. The service is great too This place does have toilet facilities including for disabled people. PS it’s windy up here b’at at