D And W Lees Bakers in South Tyneside

Tried a cappuccino to takeaway from the Clifton, beautiful ground coffee and fresh steamed milk. Great service and a nice big cup, best coffee I’ve had anywhere near the beach

This is normally one of my favourite curry houses in South Shields but last night was such a disappointment. The curries ordered were nice however we waited over 50 minutes for our main courses. Nobody updated us till the last minute. One server was lovely and let us know just before it came out. We had barely sat down and they wanted our drinks order, and didn't give us long to look at the menus before they were asking for our order. Which was annoying since the food took so long. I had to ask for water twice before it came as well. The manager seemed very odd and was just standing around watching and staring. The staff were all congregated around the bar and they kept looking over at our table and talking which made us feel quite uncomfortable. The general atmosphere was very strange and there wasn't the usual buzz that there is in the other shields curry houses.

Visiting Savannah and went for the wife. I waited in line for 30+ minutes only to be told to move all the way past the displayed flavors when I got to the front. I tried a sample of rum bisque and hated it, then could not see anything else because the people behind me were pushed up against the glass. I felt like a sheep. It was an extremely uncomfortable experience and not worth the hype.

Delicious crispy batter on beautifully cooked fish. Chips were spot on. I have eaten from here several times and the good quality is always maintained. Highly recommend it.

Table booked for 7.30pm. Pub very messy, no carvery left. Told a 45 minute wait for food. Cued at bar, staff member very friendly and helpful. I asked if they had any chicken dinners left, she said not sure, I'll check. She asked another staff member who listed things not available (chicken not among them). So I ordered 2 dinners and 2 drinks. 15 minutes later staff member came over to say no chicken dinners so had to re-order. Staff member not really bothered when I complained. Still waiting for food, not impressed! Won't come again!