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Nº 221 in 636 in Gateshead

Nº 10 of 23 Indian in Gateshead

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Coffee wasn't up to the usual standard.

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Annette Scott . 2025-03-30

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Not one to usually write a negative review but today was just so disappointing. The 3 of us arrived at 12:40, ordered 2 toasties, a chicken roll, chips, 3 coffees & an orange juice. Coffees all arrived separately over a half an hour period. I had to remind the young waiter about the orange juice which arrived another 10 minutes after that. Food took over an hour to arrive and again all arrived separately. I upgraded my toastie from a usual cheese & onion to a triple cheese and onion (£9) but unfortunately there was no onion in the toastie. I was too hungry to complain at the time plus no staff checked back on us or were even anywhere to be seen. Chips never arrived! Really disappointing and such a shame to spoil such a beautiful venue. Restaurant wasn’t particularly busy, I think the staff could just do with a bit of direction. I mentioned to the staff, as I was leaving that my chips never arrived and was told they could grab them now but I had to leave by this point- no refund or apology offered. Would love to visit again but service seriously needs to pick up. Bill came to £38 and annoyingly I left a tip prior to receiving the food/ service.

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Fayec1998 . 2025-03-29

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Stopped in for lunch and were very pleased by the quality of the roast dinners. The staff were also very friendly and accommodating to our toddler.

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Ellen Brown . 2025-03-23

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The most beautiful cafe I've ever vistited and lovely staff!! I was happy to see vegan options too :)

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Caitlyn Tia . 2025-03-18

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One of the main reasons to come from Edinburgh was to visit here. Delicious food, great coffee and ambience. The staff are super friendly.

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Martin Clark (dukegonzo) . 2025-03-16

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Super friendly service, lovely food and great atmosphere!

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birdiebird . 2025-03-14

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Lovely brunch, reasonably priced

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Josh Gifford . 2025-03-12

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An absolutely amazing place food was the best I've had..... I definitely recommend it

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Paul Webb . 2025-03-07

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It’s an absolute magical place! We went for dinner on Sunday and there was an amazing band playing lovely music and singing. It was like being transported into another place and time! The Sunday dinners were delicious, full of flavours and very big ! All of the staff were extremely pleasant and cheerful! The decor is quirky, cosy and stunning. I love this place ! We are planning on going back again tonight! I’ve added videos from Sunday and some photos from a previous visit when I’d had salmon and it was perfect! Thank you !

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Joanne Mclernon . 2025-03-04

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Haven't lived here long and have already been here about 4 times, such a cool place! Lovely staff and the food is always delicious and great value, you have to visit!

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Izzy EH . 2025-03-02

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I had absolutely shocking experience, food was okayish however not worth the price and 1h+ wait. 1h after placing the order confused member of staff asked us if we are waiting for anything. When bringing our food 1 person said they ran out of eggs and the other said the kitchen was very busy (the place was empty, max 4 more tables). The staff looks bored, 4 of them behind the bar on the phones meanwhile empty toilet paper rolls were piling up in the loo. Heard lovely stuff about it and the visit was one big disappointment.

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awreizd . 2025-03-01

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I hate to give a bad review so would like this to be feedback, the venue is lovely but the service has no organisation at all, everyone just ambled about carrying the food and drinks at snails pace, my friends cup of tea arrived ten minutes before my coffee which arrived 5 minutes after the cake and it was then left out of my reach across the table I had to stand up to reach it. A few pointers from seasoned hospitality will surely have everything tip top the venue deserves to be better

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Paula P . 2025-02-28

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Great atmosphere and lovely people for a Monday evening spiritual group. Didn't have any food, but drinks were served with love. I'm looking forward to going back again!

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Steve . 2025-02-25

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Although I only had a coffee on this visit I have previously eaten an excellent curry here in this quirky cafe/restaurant. The staff are always welcoming and the decor is bohemian. I’m looking forward to returning soon. In 2025 I was told that the cafe serving the fabulous curries was no longer operating it. I haven’t been back since so don’t know if it’s still operating as a cafe.

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Dave Camp . 2025-02-19

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Me and my mam have just recently started to come here for our coffee and catch up and let me tell you, you need to try the caramel ice late! The atmosphere is so relaxing and the mirrors are lovely!

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Gemmy . 2025-02-18

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We have meant to come here many many times, and today was the day. Plenty of parking (you've to pay but apparently that's the landlord doing not the cafe). Firstly, this is a unique and beautifully furnished cafe. The mismatched tables and chairs make it so charming. 'Quirky' comes to mind. We were met by a very friendly member of staff who showed us the multiple menu boards, handed us a menu, and spoon with our number on it. We found ourselves a table, but moved when the big comfy chairs became vacant. I then went back to the entrance to put in our order. An all day breakfast, scrambled eggs on toast with tomatoes, and a pot of tea for two (£24). The tea arrived quickly in what my Gran would have described as a 'proper' teapot. And now begins the disappointment... We had to go and ask for milk as none was brought with the tea despite being specifically asked. Then, over the next 45 minutes, whilst waiting for our food we sat and listened to the staff apologise again and again for incomplete or incorrect orders. 'They're just doing it now' seems to be the go to phrase. When my food did arrive (45 minutes after ordering), we then had to wait 5 minutes for my wife's. The issues I had with my meal were 1. No butter on or with the toast, 2. Sausages were 'just' cooked, 3. Bacon 'just' cooked 4. One fried egg was fine but the others yoke was solid (overcooked). My wife's issue was that she thought the sourdough toast was stale. I think what this cafe needs is organisation and a clear leader as staff seemed unfocused and uninspired (parden the pun). We will not be returning or recommending.

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MarkOByrne . 2025-02-08

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I would definitely recommend it what a beautiful place

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Amanda Blacklock . 2025-01-28

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Cracking Sunday lunch. Best I've had 4 a long time.

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Michael Willis . 2025-01-25

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Our family came here on Sunday. The owner Alan is very friendly as is kat the waitress the whole place has a lovely warm cosy feeling. The food and drink is excellent. Would highly recommend even if you just wanted a coffee and cake but they do beautiful Sunday lunches also

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alison a . 2025-01-21

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Had a lovely lunch in here for my Sister’s Birthday. Staff members are absolutely wonderful. Polite, helpful and lovely people. The atmosphere is something out of the Hobbit or Harry Potter. Portions were massive, with fresh homemade chips. Pizza tasted great. Will definitely be going back.

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Jill . 2024-12-20

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Only briefly in to have a nosey at the mirrors and to grab a coffee. The atmosphere and service was fantastic so we'll be back to try the menu!

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Nathan Wilson . 2024-12-17

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I've been here several times, on impromptu occasions for a cuppa or food. I cannot recommend this place enough. The staff are very friendly and communicative. The Sunday lunches are huge and I would highly recommend. The decor is very Boho and unique, and the mirrors around the venue are absolutely stunning!!

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Dianne C . 2024-12-14

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Quirky cafe with great atmosphere and lovely food. I had the Budda Bowl which was amazing and my guest had homemade lamb pie - huge variety.

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Debbie Stanford . 2024-12-10

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Excellent food, an incredibly cosy and inviting seating area with so many gorgeous things for the eyes to see, and staff are absolutely delightful.

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kieran sharma . 2024-12-08

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fabulous and quirky and very unusual cafe but was expensive.

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michael brown . 2024-12-06

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Terrible food and cappucino didn't even taste like coffee, fried egg over cooked wasn't even dippy and bacon undercooked, wouldn't recommend.

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Craig Ridley . 2024-11-30

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What an amazing place- excellent food and service

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Andy Ramsey . 2024-11-26

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Lovely place, really nice atmosphere.

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Joanna Routledge . 2024-11-18

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My granddaughter has just moved to Gateshead, Had spoken to and bought mirror from lady who owns it at Sunday marketRiverside market.who told us about this unique cafe,Paid it a visit and it was so good ,staff and service excellent great.coffee and cakes,and bought another mirror. Looking forward to next visit

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Neil W . 2024-11-17

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Cold tea, and a full English with bacon crisps and no egg

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David Yell . 2024-11-17

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lovely interesting decor sadly not matched by food or coffee quality. Had breakfast waited over 30 mins. Some bits were over cooked some undercooked some cold. I won’t be going back which is a shame. If the food could match with the decor could be great but as far as food all fur coat and no knickers sadly.

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Kath P . 2024-11-16

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Amazing, friendly service and gorgeous atmosphere. Staff are all so lovely and helpful. My only advice would be to get anything but the pizza!

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violet . 2024-11-12

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The atmosphere and ambience of this restaurant is lovely. There is also a shop within the restaurant which sells Mirrors and stained glass windows they are very detailed. The work gone into the products they sell is amazing and I would highly recommend. However it terms of the food I was thoroughly dissatisfied. I ordered the spicy roast chicken meal which was one of the lunch specials. In terms of portion size it was plenty as it was 4 chicken thighs on a plate with chips and peas. In terms of flavours I was let down as the “spicy“ chicken was not very flavoursome but tasted more like plain chicken with little hot sauce on top. In addition to this the chicken itself was dry on the inside and the skin had not crisped up very well. Once I got past the skin( which has some herbs on it ) I could only really taste dry chicken. The peas were okay and so were the chips ( needed some salt ). Perhaps this restaurants vegan/ veggie food is nicer but I personally was pretty disappointed.

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Bonny Benny . 2024-11-01

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The food,service, ambience and encompassing vibe of the place was absolutely spectacular. There's a communal family vibe here and the staff here should be really proud of what they do and have accomplished. There is a really special combination of all things good here. Go check it out you'll see what I mean! Food was awesome service was awesome and the music. If you're into art and tea you simply just go.

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Robin W . 2024-10-26

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Fab venue. I've been to lots of great events and meetings there. The food and atmosphere is great. Staff are super friendly although it can sometimes take a while for orders to arrive during busy periods. It's worth the wait. Great view over the Tyne from the balcony in the summer too

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Mark Scott . 2024-10-21

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An old church done out with artwork on the walls (hand made mirrors gorgeous). Food was nice but not very warm.

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Gillian McClarence . 2024-10-18

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So different inside, very unusual but very cosy. It's like mystical. Music was calming. Staff very attractive and welcoming. Food was great, apart from the food got cold quickly as the plate had not been warmed. The amazing mirrors 🪞 just outstanding, all handmade. Work shop on site, so could watch him at work.

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Lesley Whitfield . 2024-10-12

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Over priced breakfast got 2 best part of £30 .more like £5 for 1

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ross searle . 2024-10-05

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The place itself was really lovely and was different to the other places me and my partner have been too for breakfast before. However the food and service from the chef certainly let the whole place down as when everything arrived it was cold and the eggs that I had were very chewy and quite rubber like. My partner also could not finish his food. The girls who were serving on the 24/9 were all really lovely however, and I do feel like they were just let down by the lack of competence from the chef. They certainly saved the experience as they were all lovely and welcoming and did apologise about delay.

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freya talbot . 2024-10-02

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Deliciously fresh food with lovely service. The atmosphere of the café is very relaxing - worth a visit.

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Em . 2024-09-25

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Been here almost ten times and really enjoyed it, but when I last visited, I wrongly received a parking ticket that I had to fight. That puts me off visiting again.

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Lee Bining . 2024-09-22

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This is a a gem of transformation from a church to an eatery. The service is immaculate, but please bear in mind it can get really busy so a little wait won't do harm. The food is what I feel on the upper side, but as I say quality over quantity ! My only downside is a gentleman whom works there never seems to greet or smile ? But rather left to this to the extremely female capable staff. There is off road parking, but please this is seriously limited to 4 people, but you can park in the area of the spire, but if disabled please make sure you buy a parking ticket and give this to staff at the spire where your mo ey will be returned. Home food cost money, don't go here if you think you can get burger and chips for 1.99or Blackpool for 1.50

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David A Armstrong . 2024-09-16

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We spent 2 hours in here whilst waiting for our car MOT, the food, atmosphere and staff are amazing, we will definitely be back, thank you

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Annette Graham . 2024-09-12

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Careful about the parking ! Recently owner wants to charge money for parking. We have been coming there before often and loved the place but recently the things are completely changed, the food is different, they don’t serve any more chai latte as cook stopped working there. And now they charge parking money without the information. We have been coming there for a while and never knew that the parking was payed but I guess they changed the rules nowadays and try to take as much as they can from people. They charged us 60 pounds for parking… the food quality become worse as well as drinks and staff friendliness was also less customer focus. I would say now this place is money focused rather than customer focused.

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Delfina Kozik . 2024-09-11

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In a world of uninspiring chain restaurants this place is a rare gem. This is a very quirky and interesting place to eat, we went here for my cousin’s surprise 18th birthday party and it was our first time visiting. We had the burger and chips which were lovely, my only niggles would be that they didn’t have a great selection of drinks with not much on tap and the burgers were just too messy but they tasted good. I thought the prices were reasonable too. Definitely a beautiful place to visit if you fancy going somewhere a bit different off the beaten track, it’s also quite close to the Metrocentre.

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Jennifer . 2024-09-07

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had a lovely meal there great service and food

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kitchens newcastle upon tyne . 2024-08-27

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Cafe Under the Spire A Tranquil Boho Escape with Divine Cuisine Nestled within the walls of a beautifully repurposed church, *Cafe Under the Spire* offers an experience that’s both serene and indulgent. The moment you step inside, the calming boho decor—an eclectic mix of earthy tones, soft lighting, and vintage accents—invites you to unwind. The atmosphere is a perfect blend of rustic charm and contemporary comfort, making it an ideal spot for a quiet coffee, a leisurely brunch, or an intimate gathering with friends. But it’s not just the ambiance that enchants; the food here is nothing short of divine. The menu boasts a thoughtful selection of dishes that are as beautiful to look at as they are to eat. From artisanal sandwiches and fresh salads to decadent pastries and expertly brewed coffee, every bite is a testament to the cafe’s commitment to quality and creativity. Whether you’re craving something light and refreshing or hearty and comforting, there’s something on the menu to satisfy every palate. What sets *Cafe Under the Spire* apart is its ability to make you feel at home, even in such a unique setting. The staff are warm, attentive, and clearly passionate about what they do, adding to the overall sense of calm that permeates the space. If you’re looking for a place to relax, reflect, and enjoy some truly exceptional food, this hidden gem is well worth a visit.

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Mel Reiki Healing . 2024-08-21

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Wow. Where do we begin. A wonderful welcome from the team, a great selection on the menu. The food was delicious, excellent portions and very well presented. It’s also Dog friendly. What more could you ask for? A hidden gem in Gateshead. Thank you.

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David Goldsmith . 2024-08-20

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Would NOT recommend. Very poor service today. Waited 80 mins to be served pies that were still frozen solid inside. We left and went elsewhere

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dawny . 2024-08-15

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Party of 9, I called the day before and they said they had no bookings and to just turn up. We ordered drinks (cans of pop) and then I went to the till and ordered food. It took so long that after 45 minutes waiting, we were given complimentary drinks. Eventually some food turned up. The menu had said Pan Fried Salmon, chips and shallots. A salmon salad was given and we said we didn't order that and they were happy to change it to chips. During that time, 4 pies and chips turned up. The pies were all still FROZEN SOLID in the middle and I took one back to the till to show the staff. It's now an hour and a half into our visit. The waitress said she didn't know why the food was frozen and offered to reheat it (no thanks). 3 dishes still haven't arrived from the kitchen. They asked us if we would wait and they would start again but at 90 minutes in, we said no thanks and left (we didn't pay). I appreciate the quirky venue (though the water dripping in through the front windows and soaking one of our chairs wasn't good). The waitress was polite but the food and how run down the front right-hand room was, was simply awful. The guy on the till who took the order simply got it wrong (we didn't even see salmon salad on the menu or online). We won't be back. 15/8/24

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Steve Harrison . 2024-08-15

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Popped in last week for a Breakfast Butty and ended up having a Hot Lamb Butty instead... Delicious 😋

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Karen Robson . 2024-08-10

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Walked in for some lunch, with parents, which resulted in a 40 minute waiting time. Enquired 30mins into waiting to discover one plate was ready, waiting on the side to be delivered. The excuse we were given, by a bad mannered member of staff, is that it was due to an event they were hosting later that day and that we should have booked prior (I have worked in a similar cafe set-up before, and balancing event hosting and general day-service was never an issue. So the excuses didn’t make sense to me. It really shouldn’t be effecting general service as bad as it did). Suggested that they should have warned us of the waiting time while we were ordering at the till, but just received bad attitude back - the member of staff just didn’t want to know. Not that we were looking for one, but we weren’t even offered a refund or gesture of an apology. The place was empty, in the sense we were the only customers in there that had ordered food at that time too. Used to be a place my parents enjoyed to go out to, as a local cafe. Won’t be returning for the foresee-able. Only one member of staff seemed to actually be doing something (obviously having not seen inside the kitchen), and conscious of seeing to the needs of customers.

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Lauren Basey . 2024-08-03

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Have wanted to try here for a while but we were sadly disappointed. Went on a mid week dinner time And They were obviously understaffed but did not make you aware when ordering etc. We ended up waiting 1 hour for an oily greasy cheese and onion toastie, and a black burnt chicken and pork kebab which was the days “special”. The staff were friendly and apologetic for the delay but feel they really lack a level of professionalism. This place could be great if somebody could get a hold of it and get some organisation and processes in place. Unfortunately won’t return.

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Jack . 2024-07-30

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Gorgeous place with the loveliest waitress. Prices are good and the selection for dietary requirements is good too.

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Emma OH . 2024-07-26

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Used to go regularly with the family but recent got a parking charge. Signage around the back car park wasn’t clear and to be honest was so used to not having to pay for parking there. I don’t believe I should have to pay for parking in Bensham to pay to eat and drink. Unfortunately after having to fill out 60 quid for a fine, I won’t be going back. Honestly, for a place of that style and atmosphere to have hard parking and associated fines just seems wrong.

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Karl Bell . 2024-07-04

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Cute and atmospheric. Food really nice and very reasonable. Staff very friendly

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pauline leonard . 2024-07-02

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I have visited the cafe a few times in the past and always loved it’s quirky nature, however today we were beset with problems. Initially we were seated quickly with drinks but my coffee was tepid at best, after waiting over 20 minutes we had to request someone to take our order. When the food eventually arrived the order was incorrect and came at different times. When we went to pay there was a brief apology but when I attempted to offer some feedback I was completely ignored by the server. The customer service was awful ensuring we won’t be back in a hurry which is a real shame given our positive experiences in the past.

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Alex Rayner . 2024-06-29

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I love this place. The food and homemade cakes/scones are always fantastic, the staff are the most lovely people and the general atmosphere is lovely. Excellent adaption of an old church building. Me and my friends had a "fire room" which are located just by the doors but have their own curtain "entrance", tables in, and a stove, which Terry (the on site handyman) very kindly lit for us. The staff have always been the soul of this place and today's team was as lovely as always. The quality of the products is exceptional too. The staff are always fantastic, the man that owns the church is great and we are frequently served by Abby and Ava, who always greet customers and make for a great visit. This place hosts some some excellent events, themed evenings and charitable nights. All must visit!

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Alfie Gascoigne . 2024-06-18

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Always venture here for a day out , they were very busy which was understandable for Father’s Day , however , the waitress attitude because my colleague asked if they had any alternatives to Coke or Diet Coke was not acceptable . She huffed on the table infront of customers then went to the coffee bar and shouted I am not serving that lass over there someone else can . Not very professional.

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kerryarm95 . 2024-06-16

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I absolutely love this place. So unique and special. It offers some great homemade comfort food at a reasonable price in such a unique and beautiful setting. It offers some artwork and mirrors for sale, has a great outdoor terrace upstairs that would be amazing for a private function and seating outside if you prefer to be outside. Seems to be family and run and it is so good for parking with plenty of options right next to the venue. Has plenty of things going such as gigs and buskers night so be sure to check out what is happening here. Top venue!!

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josh hunter . 2024-06-16

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Nine of us went for my daughters birthday and had a great night. With some fantastic Bangladeshi options I went for the Lamb Balti with rice and Naan. Absolutely delicious and the lamb was so tender and lean. The staff are all lovely also. Can't wait to go back and try a breakfast. Went back for the all day breakfast and it was delicious and huge.

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Neil Smith . 2024-06-11

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Cracking little place, lovely food and attentive staff, recommend

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John Banks . 2024-06-08

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Wanted to visit for a while ! Sadly service was slow and haphazardly delivered. Seems kitchen was to blame . Long wait and then one main forgotten so hubby ate alone 20 mins later and it was just lamb in a bun !!! No rush to come back even though staff were canny and apologised.

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Angela Young . 2024-06-07

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Wow what a beautiful hidden gem! So gorgeous on the inside, food was delicious, well priced and staff were so attentive and lovely! We got really lucky by coming at 4:30pm and having the cafe entirely to ourselves! Honestly with the opening hours they have, it's the perfect place to go and work from when bored of home, or hang out after work. Will be back!

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Maggie Mutkovicova . 2024-05-29

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Buskers night was fab, great food excellent atmosphere.

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Louise Clark . 2024-05-24

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absolutely wonderful- every member of staff is incredibly warm and welcoming, customer service was beyond exceptional, cafe itself was beautiful and very clean, very charming and endearing atmosphere. food and drinks are absolutely amazing all across the board and very affordable, especially for such a high quality experience. i recommend this cafe to absolutely anyone and everyone :)

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English n Maths . 2024-05-11

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My wife and I found this place by accident and I've been a few times now and I've never been disappointed. The customer care the food everything is amazing and well worth a visit.

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Beclonge . 2024-05-10

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Hands down the best cafe iv ever been to, and I was brought up in one and love to explore different cafes, first of all the decor and all the art from mirrors to ornaments and ceiling drapes and lights are beautiful and beyond. You get a real sense of the work that goes into them as you see them quite literally being made there and then by the owner. The ambience is so cosy and homely, relaxing and just a pleasure to be sat there, the coffees taste amazing, the food is phenomenal. Those avacados were the freshest tastiest Avocados of ever tasted with perfectly cooked eggs. Full English breakfast very good quality food and cooked to perfection. The staff are amazing so friendly and attentive could of chatted with them longer, iv not yet checked out the terrace or the other rooms but will definitely be making this place a regular for me and my family. Reminds me of home and takes you right out the hustle and bussle of “city life” just a huge hats off to all who make this place what it is, there’s nothing iv been to quite like it. Will be back and would recommend profusely. Thankyou :))

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Tamsin Leigh . 2024-05-02

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Lovely, friendly place. Had excellent gluten free carrot and walnut cakes. many thanks!

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dave bradford . 2024-04-27

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Came to the cafe on the spire and we were not disappointed Service was excellent and staff were very friendly and helpful and went above and beyond to ensure we recieved excellent service. A very quirky place and well worth a visit. We will definitely be back.

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Linda P . 2024-04-20

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Great cafe in an unusual location.

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Dave A Chapman . 2024-04-19

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Visited after finding out Cotfield mirrors trade from here, and loved the idea of it being in a church! It's a hidden gem, definitely worth adding it to your places to visit just for the setting, let alone the unique ambiance, lovely food and friendly staff.

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Lynda Easton . 2024-04-17

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Went for the first time last week and I don't know why I waited so long. It's been high on my list for a while but never quite made it. It was well worth it. Unusual, beautiful, amazing food, great staff. I have already booked one of their banquet nights and I am taking my son along to lunch again today. New fave place!

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Kazy Kay . 2024-04-05

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Fantastic place, food was superb and the staff there made me feel very welcome! Definitely shall be returning:)

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Brian Kinch . 2024-04-05

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Little gem of a place. Recently had my sister's birthday party there. Food is delicious. You can pick what toppings go on your pizza. Cheesy double cooked chips are heavenly. Staff are very very friendly. It's also dog friendly. On site parking.

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Ian Foster . 2024-04-01

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A quirky venue with a good atmosphere. The service can be a bit hit and miss, but the food is nice.

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Claire . 2024-03-27

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A bit quiet tonight, very lovely staff, couldn't do enough for us. The pizza was magnificent, and the peas with the chicken thighs were heavenly. This was my second visit. The last time was for breakfast, which was beautiful. I can't recommend this hidden gem enough. The view from the outside seating of Newcastle is a must.

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Mike Anderson . 2024-03-19

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A long wait for a mediocre cup of warm overpriced coffee.

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Steven Dyne . 2024-03-16

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i attended with my parents and sister for my mums birthday lunch as this was the church that my mother was christened at. the location is very good, with beautiful views of the tyne and surrounding areas. When you go inside you can see a lot of effort has been made with the decor, which is very well done. we were met with friendly helpful staff. we went at lunchtime, and it was relatively quiet and were quickly shown to our table. my parents both ordered the burger and chips, my sister the margarita pizza and i ordered the salmon salad, which the waitress gushed at as it was her go to for herself. the food arrived in decent time, and all was well for a time. while initially we enjoyed our food, i realised, after i'd eaten the salady parts of my meal first leaving the salmon until last that while the fish was cooked on the outside, it was raw on the inside. i had eaten 2 or 3 bites before i realised this, and when i saw how pink it was (akin to a steak cooked rare), i felt very queasy and lost my appetite. fortunately i had not eaten enough to cause any stomach problems. it is such a pity; had it been cooked through i'd have given 5 stars. and to pre-empt the obvious question "why didn't you say anything?" - i would not have trusted any attempt to fix the issue given the gravity of the error. for balances sake, the other meals were cooked well and enjoyed.

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dave b . 2024-03-12

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This is a lovely cafe hidden away in a church. The staff make you feel so welcoming and are very friendly, not like the rendezvous cafe in whitley bay. Coffees cakes sandwiches and small mealsl like burgers and pizzas on offer and at the same prices as other outlets. Very comfortable and very different. Didn't want to leave. Will be going back. A hidden gem

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838geraldinet . 2024-02-24

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Interesting place, wonderful menu, very comfortable and relaxing

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Patrick Kelly . 2024-02-21

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Hidden gem - delicious Sunday roast, lovely staff, beautiful surroundings. Definitely worth visiting.

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Kirsten Miller . 2024-02-19

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Had a delicious meal on Valentine's day. Food was amazing, good choice of vegetarian options. Staff were absolutely lovely. The atmosphere was so nice and the surroundings were sumptuous. Photos of the inside of the cafe don't do it justice. It is even more glorious in real life.

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Jackie Shinwell . 2024-02-15

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Loved it. Such a quirky place, lovely lady serving us and the honey cake was amazing. Will definitely be going again.

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Tracey McGee . 2024-02-03

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Lovely place interior is amazing and the staff are very friendly and the food is lovely.

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Lesley McGee . 2024-02-02

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It supposed to be a birthday lunch in a beautiful place and it went absolutely terrible .. We didn't get drinks in the same time and even worse than that our meals arrived separately with a BIG GAP of time... I ended up upset and in tears when leaving this place as it ABSOLUTELY ruined our special meal in a very special day. I will never come back...

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Jola B . 2024-01-31

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Perfect place for food and atmosphere

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Lily Valentine . 2024-01-30

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Lovely food, staff are lovely and it's a beautiful building. Little bit chilly as old church building but will be fantastic to sit outside in summer. Lovely to see an old building revived and something different for the area.

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Andrea . 2024-01-20

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Very friendly and beautiful place with good food

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Peter Gilroy . 2024-01-19

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Food was awful, my friends and I were very disappointed

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Edwina McArdle . 2024-01-16

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I have given 3 stars because past experience has been good. Previously used the cafe and the Bangladesh evening menu and no complaints. Today was different. My food order was obviously forgotten. That can happen but it was-the reaction to this which was very poor and almost indifferent. I still waited another half hour for it to be served in a very off handed way. It was only a sandwich yet the total time I waited was nearly an hour. A request for a further coffee was agreed but not forthcoming. They were not busy at all. The worrying thing is that the person who claims to be in charge obviously did not recognise that the service was terrible and I do wonder if she has previously worked in a similar capacity. Because of past experiences I will go back and hopefully this experience will not be repeated. However I’m not too confident

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Dav R . 2024-01-12

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Excellent place, interesting, friendly and 100% unique, a one off for newcastle / gateshead.One visit and you will return,

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neil d . 2023-12-30

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I can't say enough good things about this bar! The atmosphere is inviting, and the bartenders Maia and Abbie are skilled mixologists who create delicious and unique cocktails. The selection of beers and spirits is impressive, ensuring there's something for everyone. Whether you're looking for a relaxed evening or a vibrant night out, this bar delivers a memorable experience with its great service and enjoyable ambiance. Absolutely reccomend 10/10

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tsax tsax . 2023-12-13

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First time I've been in. Never knew about it till a few weeks ago. Very nice relaxing atmosphere. I've yet to try a meal there. Interesting place. Great artwork on all walls but some are a bit pricey. I suppose they have to be expensive the work that gets put into their pieces of art. Love a couple of the mirror's in particular. Very interesting place that was a church. Must go again soon!

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TORONTO•60 . 2023-12-09

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Tasty and comforting food in a unique setting. Full marks for the impressive pot of chai tea.

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Elizabeth Doyle . 2023-12-01

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Relaxing place to enjoy lunch with friends.

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Emma Taylor . 2023-11-23

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Little gem. Fab food, lovely staff

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James Tate . 2023-11-17

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After reading good reviews regarding Vegan cake options, we decided to walk 45mins to get there and try it out. On arrival we were told that there were No Vegan cakes, despite it being a Saturday and had one been oped 30mins. Tea and coffee didn't taste good, so were left. Will not be back !

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185gedc . 2023-11-11

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I attended here with my wife and dog. The decor is beautiful and quirky. The staff were incredibly welcoming to us both and our dog. They were helpful and seemed to enjoy working there, which is always an encouraging sign. The coffee’s were lovely, a very tasty flat white and our food - hot beef sandwich and poached eggs on sourdough were both really tasty. We will definitely return soon!

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davemaca1 . 2023-11-01

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Good atmosphere and excellent Chef

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faiza al . 2023-10-17

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