Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.7 out of 5
Outstanding | 374 reviews

What Elaine Robertson doesn't like about Hemelvaart Bier Cafe:
IPA heaven. Expensive but for the connoisseur it's probably worth it as I'm not impressed by their selection of soft drink, no shorts at all. Food was great and the staff were friendly. Definitely didn't float my boat View all feedback. What Martin Lawrence likes about Hemelvaart Bier Cafe:
This is lovely rural pub with one of the finest selection of quality beers and home cooked food. It's a cozy and relaxed ambiance with eclectic Belgian pub styling and including a warming wood burner fire. Phil and John are welcoming and friendly owners who have created a must visit pub and regularly have music and comedy events. The high quality of artists that come are usually seen in major city venues so says a lo... View all feedback.

Reviews from various websites

Gastroranking-it
4.8 ★ from 50 reviews
Brendan
23.08.2024 - 10:02

Had coffee, nice enough but service was remarkably friendly, customer orientated and engaging. Recommend

Kallum
23.08.2024 - 10:02

After some interesting craft beers/larger? Good music? And a trendy interior? Well you've come to the right place

MICHELLE
23.08.2024 - 10:02

Staff were all absolutely lovely. So friendly and welcoming. Never had Parmo before. What a treat we really had no idea what we were getting but it was absolute...

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Nomad52014563999
23.08.2024 - 10:02

What a lovely quirky and unique find John and his staff were so welcoming and friendly even joined us at the table when we said we were from Yorkshire he had li...

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Andrew
23.08.2024 - 10:02

Looks like a really nice place and the selection of beers is good. Owner really nice.

Discover a hidden gem in Ayton, with a cozy Belgian-style pub offering an extensive selection of beers and quality food. Friendly staff and regular entertainment nights create a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy a fantastic experience with great value for money. Don't miss out on this unexpected find in the Scottish border village.

Google
4.8 ★ from 151 reviews
Glen
30.07.2023 - 10:30

Had a lovely visit to hemelvaart bier cafe! A massive selection of beers and John is so knowledgeable about them and the different breweries. Lovely home cooked...

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Anthony
30.07.2023 - 10:30

Stopped here one rainy evening on the way to Edinburgh, fantastic home cooked grub, good beer, nice management

Martin
30.07.2023 - 10:30

This is lovely rural pub with one of the finest selection of quality beers and home cooked food. It's a cozy and relaxed ambiance with eclectic Belgian pub styl...

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Carol
30.07.2023 - 10:30

An amazing place in every way! The most fabulous gigs, both comedy and music, in such a little place. Great food, lovely quirky atmosphere, fantastic friendly s...

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Denise
30.07.2023 - 10:30

Had the pheasant and pancetta pie, it was incredible. Very nice atmosphere and friendly staff. Had a lovely saison beer only served in schooner sizes but prices...

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Menu
5.0 ★ from 1 reviews
Jacob
05.01.2022 - 10:18

Fantastic atmosphere. Great selection of beers.

Tripadvisor
4.5 ★ from 46 reviews
Gastroranking-uk
4.6 ★ from 177 reviews

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