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Small cafe and takeaway offering vegan fusion food. Reported fully vegan April 2022. Reported open May 2024. Open Mon 10:00-15:30, Thu-Sun 10:00-15:30.
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25 Eastborough, Scarborough, England, YO11 1NG
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Last update on 24 Jul 2024 by Guest
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Added by Francescas on 08 Nov 2021
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46 Reviews
First Review by Minxycat
AndrewBoland
Points +40
Gorgeous café in a great location! - Edit
The lovely owner greeted us in a very small and quaint café (one table for four). Not many options as it's not regularly open on Mondays, but the options they had were wonderful. Coronation chickpea sandwich, lemon drizzle cake and oat latte were divine and will definitely be back on Friday for their breakfast options. Lots of healthy smoothies were available which I'll also try on Friday!
Read moreWent back for the breakfast and peanut butter shake, both absolutely divine. Had to have another slice of lemon drizzle too, my mum won't stop going on about how good it is.
Updated from previous review on 2024-10-15
Pros: Great food and value, fully vegan, Great location, Lovely owner
Cons: Cash only, Too small for big parties which it truly deserves
Guest
LindaMaryLeech
Points +11
Great little cafe - Edit
What a great find. Food was delicious and the service was excellent.
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manueladsf
Points +335
Nice little cafe - Edit
A little cafe with a nice selection of drinks, sweet and savoury food. The food is tasty and is all vegan which is great. Unfortunately, it’s very hard to buy anything, because it is often closed during the supposed opening hours.
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Georgina0909
Points +28
Lovely tiny cafe - Edit
Very cute little cafe, smoothie was lovely!
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Waldyvgun
Points +243
Brilliant! - Edit
Thank you Happy Cow reviewers for flagging this gorgeous little place! Called in at lunch time, felt a bit peckish but not ready to eat, however I needed a drink so went down the middle with a peanut butter smoothie! It was SO good, and the extra scoop of maca really added a lovely flavour.
Read moreJust to note - it's cash only so while my other half whizzed off to the cashpoint (few doors up in the amusement arcade), I chatted with Faye who was super lovely to talk to!
Lots of good wishes for your team, I hope to be able to come back again soon 💚
Updated from previous review on 2024-08-29
Pros: A great choice of smoothies , Street food style menu , Cakes looked fab!
Cons: Not a problem - but remember cash only!
Guest
Leaf1979
Points +20
Phenomenal cake - Edit
I genuinely think you'll struggle to find a more perfect vegan cafe/food venue. An exquisite menu, service with a smile and wonderfully friendly staff. Everything I've tried has tasted incredible and has been presented beautifully. The coffee was awesome, the food delicious and oh my word, the cake.......it has to be very possibly the best vegan cake I've ever eaten and I've eaten a lot of vegan cake. If you get the chance to visit this little gem of an establishment, don't miss it🌱
Read morePros: The cake, The hospitality, The menu
Francescas
Thankyou that’s really lovely 😊
Read moreLeaf1979
Fully deserved. I can't wait for my next chance to visit😁
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helenbmills
Points +146
Imaginative food coming out of tiny premises - Edit
This family business operates out of tiny narrow premises with only one table (most people take away) - how they create such imaginative food with hardly any space is beyond me. They are also really friendly and are clearly committed to their vision for their little cafe. I wish them every success
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-07-22
Pros: Resourceful use of a tiny space , imaginative menu, Friendly, committed family owners
Cons: Erratic opening hours, Only one table , Often restricted menu choices
Francescas
Thankyou for this lovely review it’s really nice to know people appreciate these efforts in this tiny shop ! Xx
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estherholmes
Points +20
Awesome service and great food! - Edit
We called in to escape the rain, got some wonderful milkshakes / smoothies and some amazing cookies! The member of staff was so helpful and generous with the kids, bringing extra straws / cream and cups! Will definitely recommend and visit again! Thank you
Read morePros: Friendly staff, Lots of choice, Great milkshake
Guest
Kiki22
Points +28
Great little vegan find - Edit
Food was amazing, we had artichoke soup with the most delicious bread and a breakfast wrap with a tropical and a berry smoothie to drink. After all that we couldn't manage dessert but the cakes were too tempting so we got some orange and cardamom cake to go, absolutely delicious, really unique flavour. Would highly recommend, lovely staff and dog friendly!
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Faye-oliviaDickinson
Points +64
So cute! - Edit
Such a cute spot! And the food is amazing. Homecooked and so tasty. Very kind staff. Will definitely be back very soon.
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VeganCharl
Points +76
This isn't food.... - Edit
Read moreThis is not just food, this is art.
Quaint'est little place with the most delightful warmt hearted welcome and some of the best food I have eaten in my time of being vegan. We felt looked after from start to finish.
Fay cooked and served us up some of her own, and her families family recipes which were to die for. I wish I could have tried everything.
To begin, we had a few hot drinks and a biscotti.
Then went on to the Indian Bhurji breakfast. Full of surprises, textures that just worked exceptionally together. Not your regular breakfast, this is 10x better.
Dessert, strawberry cheesecake. Oh.my.god. Word's just won't do it justice, neither will pictures.
Everything was beyond our expectations. They are clearly talented enough to be opening an entire restaurant/chain.
Thank you for such a wonderful experience. And Fay, such a beautiful hearted person with a clear passion for customer service and cooking 💜🌱🍲
Francescas
Honestly..this review makes me beam with happiness!! 💕…what lovely things to say! 🥹 Thankyou and please visit us again xx
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Windlekins
Points +1236
Just lovely - Edit
What a little gem! We had the saffron and the vanilla ice cream and the Persian Love Cake. Both were absolutely delicious. (Best ice cream ever) The hot food looked luscious but we didn’t have time to stop longer. We will next time for sure.
Read morePros: Beautifully presented, Friendly, DELICIOUS
Francescas
Oh Thankyou! The ice-cream is our recipe that is specially made by crema e Cioccolato that is an Italian gelato’s on our street! They have a big choice of vegan ice-creams to try when your next in Scarborough! Thankyou for your visit 🫶🏼x
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Turnbull1
Points +13
A Vegan Eatery that is an absolute hidden gem .on Eastborough. - Edit
With a varying daily menu of fantastic Vegan food and drinks,Francesca's is definitely worth a visit, my personal favourites are Beetroot smoothies and Ashwagandha lattes,but have look for yourself for a healthy option Great food prepared and served by great people.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-08-10
Pros: Great food and great service
Cons: Nothing to dislike
Francescas
Thankyou 🫶🏼
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CrazyBunnyLady
Points +21
Excellent - Edit
What a lovely little place this is. Super- friendly welcome, great food and good prices. I opted for the moussaka to take out which came with two chunks of different bread and salad leaves. It was so delicious, rich and filling. I also had the apricot frangipane tart, oh my goodness it was amazing, so light with a crispy base. My partner warmed his up in the oven when we got home and said that it was probably even better. Can't recommend highly enough and will definitely go again, though we were just on holiday so might be a while ☹️ They just need to expand into next door so that they can have more tables as there is only one, but as it was a sunny day it didn't matter - I just ate it on the benches around the corner with sea views 😊
Read morePros: Good quality, tasty food, Friendly staff, Vegan (in a town filled with beef dripping...)
Francescas
Thankyou for leaving a review and you enjoyed your food and the frangipane! Please call again soon! We love a happy customer x
Read moreCrazyBunnyLady
Can you add yourself to deliveroo to deliver to Barnsley 😁😁😁
Read moreWill definitely come again on our next holiday
Francescas
😌we love Barnsley !
Read moreCrazyBunnyLady
Come and open a cafe here - it's quite dire for vegan food ☹️
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hack_man
Points +25192
Smooth Operator - Edit
Lovely little place with four seats and lots of character. It was early as we were on the way to the cricket at Scarborough so I just had a delicious potato and courgette bake served with some healthy greens and sour dough bread with olive oil. I did have my eyes on the moussaka as it looked amazing but opted for something that was already out and ready to go. A most enjoyable visit.
Read morePros: great food
Cons: small interior , no toilet
Francescas
Thankyou for your review…it always makes our day! We think Francesca’s certainly has character and a lot of personality! The menu changes often so they’ll always be new things to try😄🌱
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francisrylatt
Points +70
Good vegan - Edit
Lovely food great service , would definitely recommend to people
Read morePros: Lovely food , Nice staff , Cosy
Francescas
Thankyou 🌱
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leahholt
Points +36
Incredible food at a lovely cafe! - Edit
Had an amazing visit to Francesca’s, where me and my Dad both had the Indian breakfast which was incredible and I highly recommend! I also had a strawberry & dragonfruit smoothie and my Dad had the Heart-beet super smoothie. Both were so tasty! We also bought 2 slices of cake to take away which were also amazing! I love how at Francesca’s the food is so full of flavour and things we have never seen or tried before. The owners were lovely and made us feel very welcome. I highly recommend visiting!
Read moreFrancescas
Thankyou for taking the time to leave such a positive review…🫶🏼
Read moreIt really does make our day to hear that people enjoy our food here at Francesca’s and we hope you visit again xx
Guest
CarrieAnneWalton
Points +71
A little charmer full of healthful delights! - Edit
Popped in for breakfast the morning after a gig at the beautiful Open Air Theatre and boy oh boy it was a true delight. We both opted for the full breakfast which consisted of some beautifully cooked elements. We also had a smoothie each - hubby went for a creamy peanut butter one, I opted for a fresh green number and they were just the ticket for a dose of goodness alongside our brekkies.
Read moreThe menu here is small but perfectly formed. In the cabinet was a couple of delicious looking salad options and there are a couple of cakes/sweet treats to choose from. Prices are very reasonable for the quality - I wish I lived closer! :-)
Pros: Excellent selection for vegans, Small but well considered vegan menu, Beautiful smoothies
Cons: Limited space if you want to eat in
Francescas
This is lovely to hear.. Thankyou for sharing your experience on happy cow xx
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Vegavore
Points +13
Like stepping into a different world... - Edit
Visited Francesca's today and had Indian Bhurgi breakfast, followed by Persian saffron ice cream... just wow!
Read moreThe presentation was superb but the taste was even better! Such a creative use of fresh ingredients and flavours.
Lovely atmosphere and kind and attentive staff in a small but delightful setting.
If you're ever visiting Scarborough this little gem is a must visit!
Francescas
Thankyou so much for leaving such a positive review here on happy cow and we hope you visit again soon 🫶🏼x
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Greenbob62
Points +32
Good vegan healthy food - Edit
Tasty, reasonably priced, lovely fresh smoothies.
Read morePros: All vegan, Reasonably priced , Dog friendly
Cons: Seating area a little on the small size
Francescas
Thankyou😄x
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cydolivia.rose
Points +24
Tastiest food ever!! - Edit
Me & my partner happened across this little, quaint eatery when visiting for Fortress Festival ~ the absolutely scrummiest food I’ve had for so long!! We were both seriously impressed, even the salad was more-ish. I wish we had more time to try the whole menu! A mix of hot foods & cold, smoothies & cakes, you really couldn’t ask for more. We took a slice of cake & biscotti home and I wish I’d gotten more!
Read moreCan’t wait to come back and try more!🩷
Pros: Large selection for a tiny place!, Freshly squeezed orange juice, Friendly owner/s
Francescas
Thankyou for such a kind review:) we’re so pleased you enjoyed your food and your stay in Scarborough
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music.ally.w
Points +32
Lovely little vegan cafe - Edit
We ordered two cakes and two peanut butter shakes - absolutely delicious 😊
Read morePros: Purely vegan with lovely cakes, shakes and food, Superb presentation, Really friendly
Guest
mockingbird
Points +3028
Full of flavours - Edit
I’ve tried to visit Francesca’s many times in the past but today it was open and boy, am I glad it was.
Read moreThe cafe is real small but we managed to get on it’s only table. The menu is also small but that often means that the plates are delivered to perfection. I went for the Indian breakfast which was full of flavour and presented with detail. Couldn’t resist trying the saffron ice cream also which was incredible, one of the highlights of the year!
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deadpledge
Points +13165
Delightful Cafe - Edit
What this cafe lacks in size it certainly makes up for in heart and flavours. We reserved the only table the day before and each ordered an Indian breakfast and a chocolate, chia and rice pudding for our young son.
Read moreThe breakfast was freshly prepared and consisted of spiced scrambled tofu, courgettes, avocado, potatoes, tomatoes, toast and bacon with sauce, and was absolutely delicious. I particularly enjoyed the tofu and the bacon. Even the tomatoes were great! The chocolate rice pudding was super tasty too (my son didn't finish it.. so I did).
We also shared a fantastic peanut butter smoothie, which was so good we bought another.
The owner is so friendly and I will definitely visit again.
Francescas
We’re always so happy to read a positive review! And Thankyou for visiting😄x
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Florence.K.Jordan
Points +175
Lovely, Cosy, relaxed little place for a delicious lunch in Scarborough - Edit
Quite a small place, and there was only one woman working there when we went but the food was brilliant, best soup I’ve ever had served with some delicious sourdough toast and there was an Indian breakfast, quiches, waffles and fruit smoothies. It was really friendly and quality fresh food. The only thing was with no written menu the prices seemed a little improvised and there was only one table, but overall brilliant!
Read morePros: All delicious fresh-made 100% vegan food , Friendly service
Guest
DavidcRobinson
Points +28
Delightful little Cafe - Edit
Totally vegan cafe with some delightful homemade cakes. The kids loved their hot chocolates too.
Read morePros: All Vegan
Guest
Nicky60
Points +20
Lovely meal - Edit
Empty when we went in, so snapped up the only table. Greeted by the very pleasant and friendly owner. She had just two options that day but it didn't matter, because what we chose, a kind of multi ingredient salad, was superb, very filling, and decent value for money. Hope and pray this place thrives.
Read morePros: Great food, very friendly owner/cook/waitress!
Cons: Limite options but what she I'd have was superb
Francescas
Thankyou so much for your comments and we appreciate positive feedback x
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