Esmé’s Coffee House and Kitchen
📍 2 Market Pl, Knaresborough HG5 8AG, UK
About Esmé’s Coffee House and Kitchen
Esmé’s Coffee House and Kitchen is a charming and highly-rated cafe nestled in the heart of Knaresborough at 2 Market Place. Boasting an impressive 4.9/5 star rating from numerous satisfied customers, this establishment stands out for its commitment to quality. Visitors consistently praise the delicious food, which is prepared using fresh, locally sourced ingredients, setting it apart from typical local eateries.
The menu features a tempting array of options, from savoury breakfast and lunch items like avocado and bacon bagels, cooked to perfection, to delightful sweet treats such as the acclaimed Mars bar brownie. Alongside a superb selection of coffees, including excellent Americanos and refreshing iced matchas, the friendly and attentive team ensures every visit is a pleasant one, contributing to the welcoming atmosphere.
Visiting Information
Esmé’s Coffee House and Kitchen operates from Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, and on Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Please note that the cafe is closed on Sundays. For convenience, a variety of payment options are accepted, including credit cards, debit cards, and NFC payments, though cash is not the only accepted method. No specific accessibility features were provided for this location.
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📍 2 Market Pl, Knaresborough HG5 8AG, UK
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Showing 5 of 79 reviews from Google Maps.Last updated 2 February 2026.
Great little cafe. Friendly staff, delicious food made from quality locally produced ingredients - you can tell the difference. Definitely a cut above the usual type of local caff. And a special shout out for the lovely friendly waitress and barista who used to work for a national chain nearby.
This was my first visit but won't be the last. The food was delicious. I had the avocado and bacon bagel. Food tasted fresh and bacon was cooked perfectly. I also had the Mars bar brownie, which was absolutely delicious. To drink i had an iced matcha, again delicious. Can't fault anything.
Whilst out Christmas shopping today got a tad peckish (as spending £2 or £3 can make you! 🤣) so popped in to Yorkshire’s own Esmé’s Coffee Shop & Kitchen in Knaresborough. Absolutely brilliant, tasty staff, oops! 🫣 That should read tasty food, excellent Americano coffee along with first class service! 5 ⭐️’s all the way! Thank You
Feels like the cafe Knaresborough has been waiting for! Dropped in fairly late afternoon, the staff were full of energy and super friendly. They didn’t have loads of vegan options on the menu but happily adapted the smoothie bowl and had lots of suggestions. Food and drinks were great but the absolute girlies working here made it for me!
I’m a food and coffee snob. I honestly believe this is the best bacon sandwich in the Harrogate area! Good quality bacon, grilled properly and served (for me) on buttered sourdough, toasted bread. Absolutely smashing! The coffee is very good, well made with care! The photo says it all!