At Tea by the Lock, we’ve poured our hearts into creating a place where great food, peaceful surroundings, and genuine hospitality come together. Set within the historic Naburn Banqueting Hall, right beside Naburn Lock, our tearoom is designed to feel like a little escape, a calm, welcoming spot where guests can slow down, enjoy beautifully prepared dishes, and feel truly looked after.

We’re incredibly proud to be a 100% plant‑based tearoom. For us, it’s not just a menu choice, it’s a commitment to quality, creativity, and a kinder way of doing business. We love showing how vibrant, indulgent, and satisfying plant‑based food can be, from our afternoon teas to our seasonal specials. Choosing to be fully plant‑based also means we’re doing our part for the planet: reducing our environmental footprint, supporting more sustainable food systems, and helping protect the beautiful riverside surroundings we’re lucky to call home. It’s a small but meaningful way we contribute to a greener future, one delicious plate at a time.

Our lock-side setting makes every visit feel special, whether someone is joining us for a quiet coffee, a celebration, or one of our popular events. You can enjoy the convenience of free parking right outside. Over time, Tea by the Lock has grown into a place where locals, walkers, cyclists, families, and visitors to York all feel at home. Open five days a week, we’re proud to be a space for connection, celebration, and memorable moments by the water, and we’re excited to keep growing our little community.