Jumping Bean Cafe in County Durham

I went to Jumping Bean last week in a group of 4 and we ordered the Nachos, Currywurst Hot Dog, Stacked Burger and Texas Burger. All mains were delicious and everything was devoured in no time, even by my sceptical meat-eating friends who were very pleasantly surprised. We will definitely be returning for some more moreish vegan fast food!

I used to visit the first incarnation of Jumping Bean often, it was the go to place for veggies & vegans in Durham. The old menu was varied, warming, and contained nutrients. I am only assume that the rise in vegan junk food, and the success of Newcastle’s ‘Junk it Up’ prompted a change to this fast food style diner. On arrival I was concerned when there was only one person in the kitchen, she also took the orders, and completed all front of house tasks. Yet when the food arrived it was uncannily familiar to the burgers in my own freezer - so disappointing that the burgers were likely shipped in from a Mrs Beatles style store, then prices quadrupled. I want vegan establishments to do well, but vegan food should not only be empty calories! If it is then it needs to be good, and at least home made!

Such a beautiful place, really enjoyed the whole experience and the food was delicious! The staff were so welcoming and friendly too!

So it's meant to be OPEN the websites says it's open Trip advisors says it's open the sign in the window says it open from 11am on a Tuesday Arrived at 12.10 and CLOSED Even rattled hard on the door just incase they forgot to unlock it Went elsewhere and had a real enjoyable meal ,

I am a local and a regular at this place. I really look forward to my visits and my kids love it too. Clientele is very diverse including students, visitors and suited professionals. What they all have in common is that they took the time to find and visit this slightly out of the way 100% vegan place- and I rather like that. It’s the only permanent totally vegan establishment in Durham. My only wish is the usual “regular’s request” for a specials board. Anyway, I love it.

Best vegan food in town served by the most friendly staff! visited for the first time the other day and was overwhelmed with how enjoyable the whole experience was and will be back in the near future. Had the vegan stack Burger and shake which was amazing and full of flavour at such a reasonable price. See you soon!

Came here with my family after finding it on happy cow. Amazing food with quick and friendly service. Absolutely perfect for vegans, would definitely return!!

Me & hubby shared a Texas burger, as we suspected they would be generous portions, & it was lunch time. We were right, the burger was substantial & well stacked, & tasted fabulous. Husband had dirty fries, & we scoffed the lot! Service was prompt and friendly. Would highly recommend.

Travelled to Durham for day out from Newcastle. Could this be the best veggie burger in the NE? Probably. Their menu is 100% vegan I chose the spicy bean burger, washed down with San Pellegrino lemonade all served and cooked by the wonderful friendly Sara. Vegan partner was over the moon and said even the vegan cheese was yum. We were in a hurry and Sara popped our food in a doggy bag (we didn't want to leave any behind!) 10/10 Deffo be back

Having not really eaten vegan food out before, this was an amazing place to start. With a wide variety of food and shakes, there was plenty of choice! Quick and friendly service Would definitely recommend

This place is not what it once was. Yes it’s clean and bright now but I sat down and looked at the menu and there was nothing I wanted to order. Lots of burgers and lots of hotdogs and fast food style vegan items. Everything seemed heavily fake meaty and empty calories. I went expecting lively atmosphere and variety. I ended up with an alright coffee (pleased of oat milk option) with some fake fast food that filled the hole I guess. I will probably go again for coffee as it serves oat milk, is in a good location I’d rather go indi than pay a chain store. Not jumping or many beans sadly Would probably have a menu outside to avoid disapointment. It was totally soup and toastie weather :(

The caramel coffee milkshake is so lush you need to try it! Loved it here can you open one in Leeds please! Haha

Loved their version of hot dog and Mexican burger. Slightly on the expensive side and portions are small.

This was a welcoming place to visit, its great for people who want to start eating vegan but with a 'meaty' twist. The portions are large and filling. It has a light feel to the place. First time in Durham and I will be back just for this restaurant. Pleasant service.

I was visiting Durham to see some friends, and we stumbled upon this cute little cafe. I’m not vegan but my friends are, and the food satisfied all of us! The interior is clean and cosy, perfect for a bite to eat and a catch up. I had the pulled p fries- freshly made fries with ‘pulled p’, their take on pulled pork. They tasted delicious and my friends were happy with their food as well! Will definitely be back when I return to Durham.

A fantastic vegan cafe in central Durham area. Lots of choice and a relaxed atmosphere. Went with friends who loved the place too. I got a lovely burger and chips and a pot of green tea. Will be back again in the future to try more on the menu.

We both had burgers, which were very different and delicious. The atmosphere was warm and friendly. I would recommend to vegans and non-vegans!

Went with my veggie girlfriend, she had the Fake Bacon burger and I had fake pulled pork. Lovely food and reasonably price and friendly staff. Quiet little place that’s tucked away abit but once you find it you’ll really enjoy it. Need to go back again and try the deserts!

Lovely owner and the food was so good. Loads of choice. Texas bbq hotdog and Oreo peanut butter recommended 🙌

When visiting Durham and looking for places to eat on TripAdvisor we decided to go for the jumping bean; we were not disappointed. The lady who served us was clearly passionate about her work and recommend the pulled p burger. We opted for it and were unaware of the hidden gem we had stumbled across. We were served a large vegan burger with chips leaving all satisfied. If you have not visited before I would highly recommend.

I have been coming here since this place opened. The atmosphere is always pleasant as the staff are always friendly and attentive, especially the manager. I have brought my friends over a few times and they all approve! The best thing on the menu is the burgers, always made to perfection and very filling - I have recommended it to everyone. One thing I would suggest is a loyalty program? Also LGBT friendly.

I’m a vegan but my boyfriend isn’t and neither of us were disappointed. The food was so tasty, I had a burger and he had a hot dog.. both as nice as each other. The atmosphere is lovely and relaxed.

Visited here with my boyfriend who had the vintage burger which did not come with burger sauce like it stated on the menu but instead vegan mayonnaise which he does not like (he wouldn’t have ordered if he had been aware of this) and the burger was also far too over cooked. I ordered a berry ‘milkshake’ which was a huge let down as it was nothing like a milkshake and was definitely more of a smoothie. Overall cafe has a nice welcoming feel to it but would most likely not visit again.

Dropped into the Jumping Bean whilst passing through Durham for a spot of lunch. Initially disappointed as it only had 3 options on the menu and all were fast food, burgers, hotdogs or wraps.

I used to go here often in the last few years. I fear its not for me, at the moment. It has changed hands, and is under new management.

After arriving in Durham with a few friends and searching online for somewhere to eat we chose the jumping bean cafe and we're very glad we did. Great tasty food at a reasonable price and a fantastic cup of coffee. I had the pulled p burger and 2 of my friends both had vintage hot dogs ( all vegan)

Amazing cafe with the most sumptuous vegan food I've ever had the pleasure to taste. Highly recommended the pulled 'p' burger.

Being vegetarian this is the perfect spots we could find in city centre as this is fully vegetarian cafe.

Many of my friends have always said how incredible The Jumping Bean Cafe is, so decided to take my Mam there a couple of days ago when we had a day out in Durham. We were not disappointed! Excellent value for money, tasty cake and good coffee. Would love to come here again soon and try some of the meals as they all sounded delicious.

We came into Durham to have a coffee & catch up. We’d heard of jumping bean and we’re largely vegetarian so thought we’d give it a try. Nice looking cafe & nice friendly staff. However, we were served possibly the worst flat white I have ever tasted. Disgustingly strong flavour even when diluted with an extra jug of warm milk. The taste made us judder. Yuck! So bad we won’t be giving it a second try. Such a shame. Nothing remotely healthy on the menu either. Disappointing experience

This little gem of a restaurant/cafe is a pleasure to discover. Excellent and attentive service, friendly staff and thoroughly tasty food made this a most enjoyable visit for me. The decor is modern yet quirky, and staff were well drilled and knew exactly what they were doing. The 3 bean chilli was flavoursome, full bodied and well prepared, while the vegan sausages were well textured and filling. Fresh salad ingredients added the finishing side touches to an enjoyable dining experience. If I visit the area again I will be sure to pop in to the Jumping Bean Cafe for an enjoyable food selection, hassle free WIFI and friendly service.

Café has recently changed hands and has sadly lost much of its former charm, along with the quirky Mediterranean inspired colour scheme, comfy sofas and art work on the walls. It was previously owned by a couple of young blokes with a real enthusiasm for vegan and vegetarian food but now it seems a bit 'manufactured' and soulless. The food was good and tasty, and the staff friendly, but the menu was dull and very carb laden with not as much as a salad in sight. Pleasant enough but just like dozens of other coffee shops in any city and not what it once was. Jumping Bean was previously a place to relax, have a coffee and read the papers but not any more - I don't think I will be in a rush to go back. Shame really.

This friendly little place has great potential, but is clearly a work in progress.

Having popped in for lunch on the grounds that the Jumping Bean Cafe specifically promotes having gluten free food it was disappointing to find the only two choices that day were nachos or the chilli three bean wrap. Staff apologised for the lack of options so we thought we'd still give it a try. The wrap was served with chips which wasn't clear when we ordered and unfortunately as a coeliac the meal made me ill. I can only guess that as the kitchen is very small and and on closer inspection didn't appear well organised the risk of cross contamination could well be an issue.

Had a veggie sharing platter, which was excellent, lots of choice from hummus to breads to stuffed vine leaves and lots of other bits and pieces, great value, well presented and served with a smile, excellent spot for lunch

Had lunch here on Saturday. Very good sandwich and delicious cake. I'd let my coffee go cold and asked them to microwave it for me and they insisted on making me another, free of charge! Howz that for customer service?!

The food was very nice and the staff were friendly. I would just to like to recommend making sure the handwash/soap in the toilet is vegan and cruelty free and maybe start using paper straws instead of plastc ones.

The menu is small and if you're not careful you could walk past it, but make sure you don't! We had delicious falafel wraps to take away - freshly made and tasty. Nice local artwork for sale too.

Una medida vegetariano/cafetería vegetariana en Durham. He estado aquí un par de veces, el menú básico de sopas, sándwiches, wraps, bollos, etc. La comida se presenta bastante. Precios decentes, personal amable. Sin embargo, con un poco de esfuerzo extra podría ser un lugar mejor. Por ejemplo, mesas más limpio, casi no hay agua en la toiler para lavarse las manos correctamente - sólo un goteo, pensé que era un poco sucia en la nevera alrededor de las tortas (un montón de migas, el desastre).

Vegetariano vegetariano café/(y sin gluten) con sabrosos aperitivos y dulces para gente que ha sido. Visitar Durham por el arte o el rendimiento.

Tomamos un almuerzo ligero. El personal era amable y disculpas que sólo estaban ofreciendo un menú limitado ya que su nevera se había estropeado, pero los añadidos y pasteles eran deliciosos de todos modos!

Estábamos en Durham para el día y tenía que probar este café, habiendo visto en aquí. Definitivamente regresaremos si estamos en la ciudad de nuevo - la comida era deliciosa, con un montón de variedad de sándwiches tostados y envolturas interesantes, además de varios pasteles vegetariano. El personal era amable y servicial, y había un buen ambiente, relajado y volver. Una decoración atractiva y un montón de cosas interesantes para ver.

Vine aquí para descansar de toda la caminata que habían hecho, y como era un buen tiempo, me senté fuera y nos empapamos de la sol. El personal me pareció amable y servicial e. g. Cuando me hablando a través de las opciones veganas en el menú. En esta ocasión sólo tenía el té y la tarta de chocolate, que era preciosa. Agradable y un ambiente relajado dentro de la cafetería y también algunos asientos en el exterior. Si eres vegetariano o vegano y encontrará en Durham deberías probar. Buena relación calidad-precio.

It's my second time here, both times I came for lunch with my (non-veggie) boyfriend. Absolutely delicious food, loads of lovely options (they pleased the meat eater too!) and a lovely friendly atmosphere inside with the option to play board games on your table. I definitely need to visit more often!

Popped in for a quick lunch with the kids. All really nice fresh and tasty food. Friendly staff and a comfortable place. Noice.

I went here with my parents to have a quick coffee. The service was great - I was given a frosted glass for my lemonade making it extra cool! We shared one of the brownies which were without a doubt one of the nicest I've tried...we soon realised it was a mistake to have shared it and bought another to take home. Will definitely go back

Popped in for lunch based on TA reviews and wasn't disappointed. It's really good to look at a menu and see that you can eat everything on there. Excellent friendly service, good quality coffee and very good sandwiches. Would definitely return.

Hidden gem of Durham. Great cafe with the ambiance of similar in Totnes.Great little menu, some specials. Homemade soups are a winner.Lots of teas and coffees on offer.Fresh ingredients, friendly and laid back service. Not expensive either.Love it, recommend it!

Went in for a coffee and a cake. Advertised 'Ouseburn coffee Co' so was expecting good things, I got an average flat white.I also had a brownie, they told me that it contained almonds and eggs. I would say it was interesting - but quite difficult to attack with a fork. The staff were friendly, the place was tidy and the music was good. I will take vegan friends there when they visit, but not sure I'd go back as carnivore...

We had been doing some sightseeing and shopping in central Durham and were getting hungry and thirsty. One of my friends suggested we visit this cafe. It is near the bus station on a quiet side street. The place is fun, cosy and has a lovely atmosphere. I was very impressed by the lunchtime soup and sandwich deal, both elements were lovely. The soup was piping hot and really fresh tasting and the toasted sandwich was packed with filling.I am not a vegetarian but the choice was so good that I defy any meat eater not to find something enjoyable. Definitely a place to go again.

This cafe is Super friendly, relaxed and casual. The interior is unique, quirky and cosy. The coffee is awesome and the food is really good and fresh, the menu is expanding and they always have great vegan and gluten free options. You can choose from breakfast options, sandwiches, toasties, wraps, soup and cakes. The kitchen is open, clean and efficient. The cafe is situated in a nice part of Durham, close to the bus station. It's a really nice place to just chill and you can even play their board games which is a extra perk. I highly recommend.

This is a small coffee shop tucked away close to Durham Bus Station. The proprietor makes excellent coffee, there is a regrettably mouthwatering selection of cakes and savoury food is cooked to order. Vegetarian and Vegan food is available.It can be a little crowded at lunch time during term but is otherwise fine.If I were to criticise anything it would be that it can be bit cool. The atmosphere is friendly and customers talk to each other!

Quaint cafe up a side alley. Friendly staff that make brilliant coffees. There are about six tables available which makes it easy to make friends at other tables.

Wheelchair access nil. They don't even hAve a ramp. However, they serve all vegetarian and vegan food. A big plus. But it's basic, tasteless and boring. This is the first vegetarian cafe I've ever been disappointed in. It's clean enough. The staff are very nice. The interior is nice. Quite fun if you are into comics and nerdy stuff. But we all felt let down by the lack of effort and imagination in the food department. I've been vegetarian since age five. So I know nice veggie food when I taste it. The noise level is also loud once the coffee and water machines get going.

A rainy cold day in Durham and on a trip with my dad on his first visit to town, we needed a tea and cake stop off. Saw this little place on a side street (past experience has often found me the best places to eat off the beaten track) so went in. It's small but warm and welcoming with an arty vibe. Wasn't aware at the time it was a veggie/vegan place but that wasn't an issue. My dad loved his vegan lemon drizzle cake whilst I opted for the seemingly good value "flapuccino" -a £4 combination of a cappuccino and piece of flapjack. My coffee was perfect not too strong or too milky and the mint flapjack surprised me as the twist was fresh mint in the oats rather than a peppermint paste. Music was eclectic with books and games to keep you amused. I may be back again another time to try a pakora wrap.

I went here for the first time today and enjoyed a cappuccino mid shopping trip. The place is small but, unlike the ubiquitous chains, it has a quirky, unique appeal which provides an intimate atmosphere for a meet up. I have not tried the food here yet but will definitely return to do so for lunch another time. Thanks.

This is a wonderful cafe, lots of character, friendly staff, a lovely cuppa, great toastie a but cake.... Oh my, vegan cake, it's amazing. My daughter adores the lemon drizzle cake especially.

Nice café, with some outside seating. Good tea & coffee, good flapjack and ok crumpets. Service a bit on the slow side, more bothered that they brought the tea, then a small wait for the coffee, then the flapjack and a bigger wait for the crumpet. My tea was almost finished and my husband stopped eating his flapjack out of politeness. Don't bring anything until it's all ready, is my advice.

Gorgeous sandwich and soup. Had a game of Jenga while we were there. Very chilled. Wide variety of veggie food. Highly recommended!

The tables are game boards, the music playing was chilled and at just the right volume (audible without being distracting), and they had red bush tea on the drinks board so I didn't even need to ask.I had a falafel and hummus wrap and it was recommended that I have balsamic vinegar in it: great recommendation! The acidic flavour was perfect for what could have been a cloying meal. This came with crisps and a small green leaf salad.I tried one of the gluten and dairy free brownies for pudding and the staff checked through the potential allergens with me when I ordered which is unusual but welcome. It was delicious. The texture was like a cross between a brownie and the filling of a baklava and the flavour was very brownieish.

I went with my Mum for lunch, the atmosphere is warm and friendly and the portion sizes were generous. I had a halloumi with a great Greek salad.

This little cafe has been my favourite in the area ever since I discovered it. If you're lucky enough to get a table there is nowhere better to meet some fiends over a cup of coffee and some delicious cake, especially if you're vegan. The owner is so friendly and obviously enthusiastic about his products which makes the place all the more inviting.

Jumping Bean is a lovely little place right in the centre of Durham. It could be described as a 'hipster' joint because its menu is certainly vegetarian, and often vegan. But don't let this put you off. I'm a dedication omnivore but I go here simply because the food is great, it's peaceful and there's a friendly atmosphere. I even have a loyalty badge. I'd recommend the toastie and soup deal, which is less than a fiver (and the soup is made on location), and don't miss the brownies, which are crispy on the outside, melting in the middle, and packed with nuts. Trust me, I love NYC's Magnolia Bakery's brownies, but Jumping Bean's might just have the edge, and I don't have to travel 3000 miles to get them. Also the tea and coffee is very good, and the jolly staff will make it just how you like it- or even suggest new ways that you didn't know you liked until you tried it. Last time I visited I was introduced to an Americano with a splash of hot milk- all the fun of a latte, with none of the guilt.

I usually visit when I am visiting relatives but we are also planning a day in Durham next month and the Jumpling Bean is the ideal meeting point for anyone using public transport.

The Jumping Bean cafe has great coffee, cakes and light meals with very friendly and obliging staff. Definitely recommended, especially for vegetarians and vegans.

The best place for vegans in Durham - I always bring friends here and everyone always loves it. Informal, cosy, perfect :)

The only vegetarian eatery in Durham as far as we could tell, the Jumping Bean Cafe was a great find. Open during the day for drinks, homemade soup, an impressive range of sandwich options and tasty cakes. We particularly liked the vegan peanut/mocha cake. The staff were friendly and we enjoyed it so much we went twice in our two day stay in Durham! Only issue is its quite small so it got quite full around lunchtime...

A fantastic little cafe tucked away off North Road. Lovely, cosy interior, great staff and amazing vegge/vegan food which they can make gluten free. We had delicious soup with a toaster and really good coffee. Highly recommended.

My Vegan daughter was overjoyed with the incredible chocolate cake not to mention fab variety of other veggie choices

Visited with friends on a whim...good varied menu, very pleasant staff, small intimate setting, although my friends thought it was slightly claustrophobic. Enjoyed the homemade soup ...my friends had toasties and salads, all nicely presented.

A lovely relaxing atmosphere and a great selection of food. A must for any veggie visiting Durham.The service was top notch too. Bonus points for having a Nick Drake song on their playlist.

Two veggies and two omnivores. The poor veggies are too often faced with really limited choice in non-veggie restaurants. No problems here, though. Simple all-veggie menu of good quality, tasty home-style food.The staff were friendly and stayed relaxed as the place filled up. Even when all the tables were taken, you felt under no pressure to leave. The atmosphere of the place - books, board games, local art and all - encouraged you to want to stay.

I came here a while back when I was a vegetarian, and as someone who had just made the transition into vegetarianism this place was an absolute Godsend. There was a large variety of obviously homemade food and it was stunningly good. It had a cosy atmosphere, the owners were friendly and there were even board games! I would definitely recommend this to any vegetarians/vegans and writing this review has reminded me that I need to come back again soon even though I am back to my meat-eating ways. Vegan cakes are awesome.

I went there while my parents visited me in Durham during my Erasmus. The staff is very nice and the homemade soup and sandwich were delicious! It's always good to find this type of veggie-friendly cafés, although anyone can enjoy the great food (i'm vegetarian, my parents are not). Highly recommended!

Visited this cafe today when taking my daughter back to Uni. She lives near by. This is a vegetarian cafe and although I am not vegetarian myself I thoroughily enjoyed it. The cafe is situate in a side street in the town centre. It is very quirky. They do a variety of teas, coffees and various hot chocolates. The menu is mainly sandwiches or toasties and they do breakfasts. I opted for a garlic halloumi sandwich and soup. The sandwich came on very thick slices of brown bread with a tomato salsa. My daughter had soup and a falafal sandwich. The food was very tasty and very reasonably priced.There was a variety of cakes which looked really nice but we didnt have any. There is outside seating as well.

This was such a find, so near the bus station. The food was wholesome and natural, it felt like a homemade meal not mass produced. The room was quirky, different styles of furniture but comfy and kept very clean. Will definatley visit again.

Excellent quirky little cafe. Food is awesome and staff are super friendly. Large portions and great value for money!

Lovely place, quite quirky.We came across it whilst on a day trip to Edinburgh and when our stomachs called, it was a hunt for a nice place to eat, with a sunny spot where the tables weren't all taken. We came across this place, there were 2 outside tables in the sunshine and the menu looked good.We both ordered toasties (which were delicious) and it was a tough choice as they all sounded very appealing! Service here is very good and food arrived quickly.Nice place and we would certainly return.

Excellent food. If you are like me who fancy veg/ vegan food but without compromise in taste, look no furthee. These guys understand vegan's appetite. I tried tofu sandwich with theur soup, both are equally good. I ended the meal with a lemon vegan cake which again carries a great taste...I loved it so much that I couldnt stop myself from visiting them again the following day...!!

I visited her with a friend for lunch and we both really enjoyed it. Soup and a sandwich is only £4.95 which we both agreed was a great price for what we got. There was plenty of option for the toastie and they all sounded delicious! We were both stuck between 2 that sounded nice so ordered 1 of each and had half of each toastie each. Worked out well as we both loved each one (the sweet potato pakora and caramelised red onion chutney and the veggie sausage + jalapeno). The atmosphere was relaxed and friendly. Would go again.

We had enquired about options for allergy sufferers (dairy, egg and chicken) via Facebook and James responded to us immediately saying he could chat through our options if we popped in but that there was definitely plenty of options. He wasn't wrong! We were made to feel so welcome the minute we walked through the door. They were very thorough about what ingredients were used and made us feel very comfortable about what we were eating. The food was delicious and we definitely recommend the lemon drizzle cake! The team were so helpful and we can't recommend the cafe highly enough. Worth checking out even if you aren't a vegan or allergy sufferer.

Small, friendly place. Small menu with fresh ingredients & flexible chef. Toastie and soup is a bargain!Cater for all kinds of fussy buggers like me. Brownies are sensational.

It was almost home time and as we headed back to the train station we spotted a little vintage shop, and beyond that another cafe. After already spending most of my pennies in Durham's bustling marketplace and in other cafe's I grabbed a quick bite and just a coffee. The coffee tasted great but the cake was a little bit dry so I didn't bother finishing it. Visited 3 cafe's today and this was a nice place, but didn't quite match up to some of the other.

This is a really relaxed friendly cafe and it really does do the best brownies I've ever tasted. The staff are helpful and chatty with a good knowledge of the food.

Tucked away off a main street this small but good quality restuarant is well worth seeking out. Friendy staff and good, freshly made food. Sat outside on a sunny day watching the world go by, how relaxing.

After a long day of enjoying the beauty of Durham we arrived to Jumping Bean Cafe in search for some good veggie food. Unfortunately, we haven't had realized they were closing in 10 minutes, and as we were about to walk out, they told us they would not let us go hungry and so we got our soup and sandwiches. What a great place!

A cosy, arty cafe with vegan and vegetarian menu. Very friendly staff and a nice relaxed atmosphere.

Lovely little vegan friendly cafe. Polite and friendly guy served us. Had a cheese and bean toastie with a bit of a twist. Would highly recommend it and I'm totally stealing that idea for home.

Jumping Bean is a cute cafe off of North Road in Durham, offering vegetarian sandwiches and soups and vegan desserts. The decor is lovely with artwork, dreamcatchers and cushions dotted around the eating area. There is also an outdoor balcony area where you can sit if the sun is out. I was surprised I had never heard of Jumping Bean before as I like vegetarian food - it's nice to see something a little different in Durham. The service was quick and friendly.

Jumping bean is definitely one of my favourite cafes in durham, the people who work there so friendly and make you feel really home. The food is amazing and so fresh and delicious, I love how it's healthy and filling. They have so much choice for vegans and also gluten and dairy free cakes which are all delicious! Will definitely be going back as much as we can!

Just off North Road, this is a great, relaxed place for a coffee, brunch or lunch. Good choice on the menu - leek and potato soup and brie and aubergine toastie was a tasty option and the coffee and vegan chocolate cake with a topping of peanut butter was also surprisingly good. Well worth trying whether you are vegetarian or not - and the service is very friendly and efficient.

Lovely little place. Lovely food, great prices, nice mix of people and lovely staff. An independent cafe - makes such a change from chain restaurants. They sell really delicious food and the staff are very genuinely nice and helpful. Well worth a visit.

Visiting my daughter at uni who comes here regularly. What a lovely, friendly little cafe. We only had drinks but I am assured the food is really good too. I noticed the food coming out to diners looked lovely and they seemed suitably impressed. Anyone veggie/vegan//gluten free should give this place a try.

Visited this morning with my 2 children, Gluten-free brownies were WOW but a bit on the small side (could have eaten 2) Coffee fantastic too. Cant comment on full menu as was only a coffee-stop. Only downside was the access was difficult with the buggy but staff were very helpful offering the help me down the step. Will be visiting again soon.

It was the 2nd was day of the year. Few students still in town. We turned up out of the blue needing to fill hungry stomachs, two of which may not have gluten. "No problem. Let me pop-round Tesco and get some Gluten Free bread". Nice bread, even better sandwich. Lovely tea.

Really cosy little cafe with a warm welcoming feel. The coffee was great, the hospitality was awesome and the food was magnificent!! An absolute must try!!!

we visited on a Saturday lunch time and it was busy, but both the service and food were very good. I had the Greek salad, which appeared small but proved to be the ideal size if you want to follow it up with a cake and coffee. The ingredients were good quality and tasty. Because it was made to order I was able to substitute ingredients which the serving staff were more than happy to do. The menu is not huge but more than enough for several visits. It's really nice to see a small independent cafe in Durham that is offering something different, and we will defiantly be back.

I visited this cafe with my daughter and partner. We arrived just as the owner was closing up but, bless his heart, he stayed open for us! What a sweetheart! He was so accommodating and his tofu sandwiches were almost as good as his vegan brownies. I wouldn't hesitate to go back to this place. The prices are reasonable, the food is outstanding and the owner is even better.

If you want tasty vegan, gluten free food then this is a good choice. Popular with students and young families but with other age groups too. I went with friends with food intolerances and they found good choices available. I had the none vegan chocolate brownie which was delicious with lots of nuts. Yum!

Popped in for coffee and cake with a friend, expecting a regular cafe and (as an omnivore) was originally dismayed to see a totally vegetarian, partially vegan, menu. Despite my doubts we had a lovely meal in charming surroundings. As a treat we shared a couple of the deserts (a dairy/gluten free brownie and a vegan choc orange flapjack). To my greatest surprise not only did they not taste like cardboard, they were incredible! Although a sceptic to vegan food, I was thoroughly impressed by the standard of food, friendly staff and talkative regulars. What a great place!