Independent

The Perky Peacock

◷ North Street, York, England · ££ · Independent
Ratings refresh from Google Places

What's behind the bar

Roaster
Modern Standard Coffee
Espresso machine
Not yet confirmed
Grinder
Not yet confirmed
Milk
Not yet confirmed

Roaster, machine and grinder details last verified June 2026.

The cup

Family-run cafe-bar inside the 14th-century Barker Tower below Lendal Bridge; serves Modern Standard coffee and homemade cakes. Pours Modern Standard Coffee. Bakes on site.

Brew methods

Espresso Batch brewV60 / pour-overAeroPressCold brewProper decaf

The cake cabinet

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Coffee & cake

Cake baked on site. Signature items not listed yet.

Good to know

◌ Dog-friendly☀ Outdoor seating

The Perky Peacock: coffee and cake, answered

What coffee roaster does The Perky Peacock use?

The Perky Peacock pours Modern Standard Coffee.

What espresso machine does The Perky Peacock use?

The Perky Peacock has not had its espresso machine confirmed on Crumb & Crema yet. We list the machine and grinder for every cafe that tells us.

Is The Perky Peacock independent?

Yes. The Perky Peacock is an independent, owner-run cafe. Crumb & Crema lists independents first, with chains off by default.

Does The Perky Peacock have cake?

Yes. The Perky Peacock serves coffee and cake, baked on site.

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