Why walkers love Keld Green CafΓ©, Keld, Yorkshire Dales
Keld Green CafΓ©, located in the tiny village of Keld in Upper Swaledale, currently holds a 4.9-star rating on TripAdvisor.
The cafΓ© sits in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park and has become a popular stopping point for visitors tackling the Pennine Way and Alfred Wainwright’s Coast to Coast Walk.
Despite Keld having fewer than 100 residents, the cafΓ© has attracted praise from visitors travelling from across the UK.
Reviewers regularly highlight its friendly welcome, generous portions and home-cooked food.
One visitor described it as offering a “great Yorkshire welcome”, writing: “Lovely spot. Very welcoming. Food and drink were plentiful and excellent. Thoroughly enjoyed our stop here.”
Another said: “A great menu of food served swiftly to a high standard. Friendly couple running the cafΓ© and plenty of visitors on this very sunny day.”
Others have praised the cafΓ©’s atmosphere and service.
A visitor from Swindon described it as a “super friendly, dog-friendly cafΓ©”, adding: “Great food, lovely hot chocolate and coffee, and a treat for the dogs too.”
The cafΓ©’s popular hikers’ breakfast is frequently mentioned in reviews.
One customer described it as “incredibly large”, while another called it “outstanding”.
Other visitors have praised the cafΓ©’s quiche, flapjacks and homemade cakes.
One reviewer wrote: “Wonderful cafΓ©. Very reasonably priced and very large portions. The quality of food is second to none.”
Another described it as the “best kept secret in the Yorkshire Dales”.
Keld Green CafΓ© has also earned a reputation among walkers and cyclists travelling through Upper Swaledale.
The village lies at the junction of two of Britain’s most famous long-distance walking routes, the Pennine Way and the Coast to Coast Walk, bringing thousands of outdoor enthusiasts through the area each year.
Many reviews describe the cafΓ© as a welcome stop after a day exploring the surrounding countryside.
One visitor called it an “out-of-the-way hidden gem”, adding: “Great location, decent menu choices and extremely friendly staff. Food affordable and very good.”
Another described it as “a welcoming oasis” after unexpectedly finding the cafΓ© while waiting for roadside assistance following a breakdown nearby.
Beyond the cafΓ© itself, Keld is known for its scenery, waterfalls and walking routes.
Visitors often combine a stop at the cafΓ© with trips to nearby attractions, including Kisdon Force, East Gill Force and the ruins of Crackpot Hall.
The village’s remote location is also part of its appeal.
One reviewer noted there is no Wi-Fi available, something that many visitors see as fitting for a village where people come to enjoy the landscape rather than screen time.
With dozens of five-star reviews and praise for both its food and hospitality, Keld Green CafΓ© has become one of the highest-rated places to eat in this corner of the Yorkshire Dales.