# The Keep Cafe, Pontefract — Reviews & Opening Hours > The Keep Cafe — Coffee Shop in Pontefract with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.8/5 from 19 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/pontefract/restaurants/the-keep-cafe (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Coffee Shop # The Keep Cafe Castle Chain, Pontefract [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=14056328140234461957&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [The Keep Cafe](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/118366633073331445619) **In short:** The Keep Cafe is a coffee shop in Pontefract, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 19 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About The Keep Cafe The Keep Cafe sits within Pontefract Castle grounds and operates from a charming building with both terrace and indoor seating. The cafe serves coffee, cakes and a selection of food options, with a bakery range that includes items such as millionaires shortbread. It holds a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5. The venue is suited to families with children and groups. Dogs are welcome. Staff are noted for attentiveness and personalised service. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [The Keep Cafe's own website](https://museumsandcastles.wakefield.gov.uk/visit/pontefract-castle/the-keep-cafe/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** Closed **Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM **Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM **Thursday** 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM **Friday** 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM ## What's nearby - Pontefract Castle next door - ALDI 200m away - Domino's Pizza - Pontefract 300m away - B&M Store with Garden Centre 350m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.8 / 5 (19 reviews) **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Pontefract Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1542365). [More restaurants in Pontefract](https://staycation.co.uk/pontefract/restaurants) ★ 4.8 (19 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £1 – £10 [Visit official website](https://museumsandcastles.wakefield.gov.uk/visit/pontefract-castle/the-keep-cafe/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01977 723440](tel:01977723440) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Pontefract **Plus Code** 9C5WMMWW+3M ### 🏨 Places to stay near Pontefract Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DPontefract%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/pontefract/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/pontefract/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of The Keep Cafe? The Keep Cafe is open Mon closed; Tue–Sun 10am–3:30pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is The Keep Cafe any good? The Keep Cafe is rated 4.8 out of 5 from 19 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ### Is The Keep Cafe good for children? Yes, The Keep Cafe is listed as good for children. ### How do I contact The Keep Cafe? 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