# Cafe Shiraz, York — Reviews & Opening Hours > Cafe Shiraz — Cafe in York. Rated 5.0/5 from 69 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/york/restaurants/cafe-shiraz (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Cafe £ 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Cafe Shiraz 20 Castlegate, York [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=15377347368286500794&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/) **In short:** Cafe Shiraz is a cafe in York, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 69 Google reviews, with dogs welcome. Details checked 28 August 2026 · source: Google Places ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Paid car park - ✓Paid street ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the restaurant before you travel. ## About Cafe Shiraz Cafe Shiraz sits on Castlegate in York's city centre. The menu centres on Persian teas—including saffron and rose varieties served hot and iced—alongside freshly baked pastries such as baklava and walnut cake. Vegetarian dishes are also available. The cafe operates as both a dine-in and takeaway venue, takes bookings, and welcomes dogs. It holds a 5.0 rating from 69 Google reviews. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Cafe Shiraz's own website](https://cafeshiraz.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ☕ Coffee 🍰 Dessert menu 🥦 Vegetarian options 🍴 Dine-in 🥡 Takeout ## Opening hours **Monday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Thursday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Friday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM ## What's nearby - St Mary's Church next door - Fairfax House next door - JORVIK Viking Centre next door - Coppergate Shopping Centre next door - Clifford's Tower, York 150m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this cafe's delicious and authentic Persian teas, including saffron and rose iced tea, along with freshly baked traditional pastries like baklava and walnut cake. They also highlight the warm, cozy, and relaxing atmosphere, noting its unique Persian cultural touches. Visitors consistently praise the friendly, welcoming, and attentive staff, who provide excellent service. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 5.0 / 5 (69 reviews) **Price level** £ **Dogs allowed** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** Awaiting inspection **Destination** York Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1938197). [More restaurants in York](https://staycation.co.uk/york/restaurants) ★ 5.0 (69 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £1 – £10 [Visit official website](https://cafeshiraz.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) ### Quick Facts **Destination** York **Plus Code** 9C5WXW49+RP ### 🏨 Places to stay near York Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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