The Cafe in Newcastle upon Tyne

The staff are always so friendly and happy to help. The food is perfect and made fresh to order. Highly recommend here, whether it’s for a quick bite in a morning, a a relaxing lunch.

Enjoyed a no frills breakfast here today - service was good and the food was nice. Seating is a bit tight and when busy, you can get quite well acquainted with the next table - but gives it a good vibe!

If you like a cold breakfast with rock solid sausages and toast 15 mins after you finish eating or not at all then … this is the place for you

This is a small and very busy cafe where food is cooked to order. We went on a match day where they were busy and let us know that, but food arrived promptly and nice and warm. The staff are lovely and polite and found the time to banter. A lively brunch, thanks.

Food really slow to arrive. Tepid and overdone. It takes an effort to turn mushrooms into pieces of black leather but they managed it. Large portions of tepid food. And the tea was nice.

Outrageous, do not go here, 33 years old and have never experienced being shouted at or the level of disrespect as a customer in my entire life anywhere. Started off by asking if we could get an additional chair, the man (who was apparently the manager) said he’d get me one but after 5-10mins it hadn’t materialised, so I asked again and was told to get my own. Fine, fair enough and didn’t think much more about it. I then went to order and as there was a few good sounding options, asked for what the manager would recommend. He told me to read the menu and no swaps were allowed and scoffed when I asked for a sausage instead of black pudding. At this point I started to think he had a bit of an attitude problem and sensed this underlying issue. My friends poached eggs and avocado arrived however where on the menu it said sourdough, it definitely wasn’t and when it was queried, was told there is none. She then had no cutlery to eat and again when we prompted for some, was met with some attitude and a wait to get any. The rest of our food then arrived and I’d ordered eggs Benedict. I started on one half and went to pop the second but realised there was no yolk at all in one of the eggs so decided to point this out and ask for another egg on the side. Was told I’d get it right away however I carried on eating and the egg didn’t appear. I then chased it up about 5 mins later with a separate girl and she said she’d come back but I saw her start on doing something else entirely. At this point I was very disappointed with the whole experience however things took a turn for the worse when I went up to the counter to chase up and speak to the girl. Immediately she turned on me, started shouting unprovoked by me and told me I’d already eaten the egg and couldn’t complain now. This was a blatant lie as I hadn’t and had shown the manager early on there was no yolk in the egg. I’ve never been spoken to by anyone the way this girl did. She was angry and nasty and shouldn’t be employed in a customer facing role. Someone else had to take over and said she’d speak to the manager. He then swiftly arrived and said he’d bring the egg over but by this point it wasn’t redeemable in any way. I pointed out how rude the girl had been and how shocking the service is just received was and he didn’t care at all advising they were busy and I’d been “nitpicking”. In fact it was the opposite and just asking for basics like cutlery… He then suggested I sit down, finish my food and leave. Basic food and diabolical service. Unfortunately this was my first experience of Newcastle and I’ve only ever heard people are supposed to be so friendly there however sadly the staff at this establishment are letting you down, Newcastle.

This is a great little cafe . Clean and well presented, Friendly staff and Food was really good Easy to find in a good location

A fantastic spot to sit outside and watch the world go by. Nice wine and brown ale, what more could you want ? We never ate here but the food looked amazing.

Delicious food and welcoming, friendly service. Highly recommend to anyone exploring Newcastle looking for a place for breakfast.

Used to come here all the time for Belly Buster at lunchtime (1pm) but now they’ve changed the menu, and don’t serve breakfast after 12pm. Had an all day breakfast, but not the same. Sausages were overcooked, no toast, no hash browns. Won’t be returning unfortunately

On ordering coffee, priced on the board above the till at £3.00, I was charged £4.40. When I challenged this I was shown a paper menu where the price was £4.40. I was then presented with a cup of weak, undrinkable instant coffee. I did relay this information back to the staff, who made no attempt to rectify the problem. As my first time in the city of Newcastle, I feel very disappointed and quite frankly ripped off and will be feeding this information back to the industry.

Usually come here on my visits to Newcastle sometimes. This time I wasn’t impressed. Service and the breakfast seem to have gone downhill a bit. I may try the cafe again, maybe I came in on a bad more.

We were in Newcastle for 3 days and went here for breakfast each morning. We got the Queen's breakfast and it was super tasty, quality produce. Cheap and cheerful. Really quick service too.

This cafe is a great little find! Delicious breakfast with a warm welcome and really reasonable prices. The Stacked Muffin and BLT were delicious 😊

We arrived and the place was packed which was promising. Unfortunately there were no tables that were clean. We were sat at the middle tables which were joined to 2 each side, so we basically had breakfast with 2 other couples. The table was dirty even after it was “cleaned”. There was a bucket of cutlery in the middle of the table which had congealed food on them and god only knows how many people had touched them. I had to ask for my drink as it did not arrive. I then got no sugar or milk with it,again had to go and ask. My breakfast came and was missing items. The staff seemed like they didn’t know where to be and were looking stressed. It wasn’t a big establishment and didn’t have a huge menu. I think there are too many tables and the middle ones need to go. It was very cramped and it was very much self service. I wouldn’t return.

been here a couple of times. always great service and good VFM. Excellent location on the quayside, right under the Tyne Bridge

The best cafe in the Quayside area of Newcastle and possibly the best in the Toon. Definitely great food and in all the years we have been going, we have NEVER been disappointed. The breakfast's are a particular recommendation 😋. Although Queens cafe is small don't be put off if it looks full as there is additional seating downstairs. It's clean & comfortable and the staff are always friendly & hospitable. All in all, a proper cafe, serving good food!

Found this on a Google search for dog friendly cafes and it was just that... Dog friendly not people friendly! Various staff had seen me wait for a table while other people entered and went straight to counter. A lovely young chap offered me his table when he finished as he seen me wait for around 10 mins, just as I sat down a very rude young female came over and told me I couldn't sit down before ordering food. I informed her that I was in before any of those other people and she shrugged her shoulders at me. So I struggled back to my feet and stood back up with my crutches. One of the young men who came in after me, gave me his table and said he would sit outside. The lass at the counter spoke to the male behind the counter and this male came out and spoke to the man at the table behind me, moved him to another table, ran outside and brought the young man back inside, looked at me as he went past. I felt awful. They're were no notices which stated order food prior to sitting, otherwise I would have done so. Respect costs nothing. I honestly wish I had coloured my gut at that point and walked away. First and last visit.

My wife and I had breakfast here last Sunday morning and thoroughly enjoy the experience. On arrival we were lucky to find the only table available beside the door, under the radio so we named it the disco table. Service was friendly and efficient and we quickly had our Belly Buster breakfast in front on us. It was good value for money, even with the slice of black pudding being the slimmest I’ve ever encountered. The Queens Cafe is a good honest cafe, with no air and grace. I would definitely recommend it if you’re looking for breakfast down near the Quayside.

Could not ask for a nicer breakfast. Lovely feeling in the cafe. In a world of pretentiousness, this place brings you back to how things should be. Will be back soon.

Absolutely bob on, no pretentiousness, just great food served by lovely ladies, clearly proud of what they are serving. As a veggie it was excellent, my wife loved the Queen breakfast.

Shame about the really rude, miserable waitress serving at the counter with a blonde top knot. Not a nice atmosphere, food ok & reasonable price.

Such an amazing cafe, fab food and lovely folk. Had the Queens breakfast and a breakfast roll, both loved what we had. And the coffee was hot and delicious. Will definitely be back.

Had a great breakfast (try the breakfast bun) served quickly despite a busy morning. Accidentally left my wallet behind and when I returned (in a cold sweat - I’m a tourist and all my cards were inside) the staff had found it and kept it for me. Thanks for your honesty, guys, it meant a lot!

This cafe is in a perfect, and accessible location. We benefitted from excellent friendly service. The food was great and surprisingly inexpensive.

Small, friendly, clean, Victorian type cafe close to the quayside. Very large menu, service quick. I had the stacked muffins with bacon, black pudding, mushrooms, poached eggs. Was lovely. Would recommend.

A full English breakfast for £6 was fantastic value and the quality of the food was good. Very accommodating staff and we would visit again when back in Newcastle. Thank you

The food was not very nice we where not very impressed at all we had been to watch Byonce and we where all in need of some good food really felt disappointed

Wonderful small cafe offering excellent and good value full breakfast -- both with meat and vegetarian. Food was super fresh, service was great. It was a lovely day, the door was open, the food arrived quickly. We were staying at a hotel nearby and came multiple times, it was just nice, easy.

Great breakfast - well priced, quick, pleasant service. Clean. We visited twice during our stay, was excellent on both occasions.

My favourite breakfast place anywhere. Doggy friendly too. The Queen’s Breakfast is an amazing array for under £6. If you’re very hungry, the Belly Buster is more than you can eat and it’s still under £7. At £3 for a coffee, this is an amazing...

My wife and I were staying in Newcastle for three nights across last weekend. We stayed at the Innside by Melia a short distance away but were not impressed with either the dinning facilities or the price of breakfasts in the hotel. Accordingly we had...

I would normally go to Quay Ingredient nearby but it was too busy so decided to try instead. I genuinely don’t like to leave negative reviews but this visit was not good. I stood at the counter and was ignored for several minutes before any...

Amazing place to go with friends and your dog, food was really good and the staff were so nice with my dog they gave him a sausage haha

Food OK(ish) but when the bill came “Wot the actual duck!” Two main items were £1 more each than the printed menu on each table stated. ‘You’ve got to go by the blackboard up there…’ I checked a few other prices and some differed twixt...

I have been here many times and each time I have been here the breakfast has been brilliant. Really impressed with the quality of the food, great friendly staff and very reasonably priced. I can’t recommend the Belly Buster highly enough!

Came here 3 times for breakfast on a long weekend in Newcastle and the food is great way to start the day off. Staff are friendly and welcoming and will definitely come back here the next time in Newcastle.

Went in September for the first time and revisited again this month because of the great experience. It didn't disappoint. The staff are so friendly and the Belly Buster breakfast was fabulous. Didn't need to eat again until dinner time.

Met up with a friend earlier today (22nd February) and we were informed that we couldn’t sit a a larger table unless we were ordering a breakfast, which was fine so we moved to a smaller table. We were then asked to leave when we...

Bit like Willian. Past the prime but puts on a jolly good show😉. I asked her for a lick of my cornetto and she declined unfortunately. Although there’s plenty more fish in the sea!

Had 2 belly buster breakfasts. Bacon was so over cooked and crispy it was left. Black pudding was so thinly sliced it was rock hard & overcooked, also left. Asked if we could change the fried eggs on one to scrambled . Got told no...

Fantastic cafe for straightforward vritish breakfasts etc. Delicious food, great prices, lovely staff 🎉🌸

We recently visited the cafe for breakfast. My partner ordered a full breakfast and asked for poached instead of fried eggs. We assumed this wouldn't be an issue with eggs benedict being available on the menu. He was told no. He then offered to pay...

Came here for the 1st in a few years to get my usual of a Full English breakfast and as always the staff are very friendly, very understanding of individuals needs/preferences. It is always clean and inviting plus they are a dog friendly cafe, which...

One must say that this establishment is the most friendly and welcoming eateries I visit.John and Jane are wonderful couple along with very polite and helpful staff . Food is always to a high standard,freshly made sandwiches or cooked breakfast. Well worth a visit if...

Went into this Cafe in-between a photo shoot, Big mistake! First the good points - The Cafe is situated in the beautiful quayside area of Newcastle, the building is also beautiful, sitting on a lovely corner. On entering this little Cafe it looked nice enough...

It's been years since we've had a cooked breakfast in a wee cafe/greasy spoon. Booked a weekend break in Newcastle (posh Gray Street Hotel) but we decided to go rogue on monday morning This was the highlight of my weekend! Just the most succulent bacon...

After having a walk along the Quayside to find the baltic wasnt open, I continued walking with my friend and her baby in search of a cafe... Completely surprisingly nearly every cafe along the way was closed! Until we stumbled across this place. It was...

We visited this cafe twice over the weekend. We both ordered full English breakfasts both days. Very tasty and well cooked. Also great for the price! The ladies were all very friendly. If you're looking for a home cooked full English that is what you'll...

Popped into here for some breakfast with my son and to be honest it was one of the worst breakfast I’ve ever had. The sausages, bacon and mushrooms all over cooked on the hot plate and I think it’s all pre cooked because it was...

Found this cafe while walking to the quayside market on Sunday. When we arrived a very polite ladies asked if we would mind moving to a smaller table as it's a small place and they get very busy for breakfast. This was not a lie,...

Popped in for breakfast on a Sunday morning with my teenage son - we were made to feel really welcome and the food was yummy. Highly recommend and thanks to you all.

Was essentially refused a glass of cold/tap water with the meal I ordered . There was some BS about having no cold water in the tap but that’s a different story. In the end I just payed for a cup of hot water as if...

Use this place quite often, as a regular I am recognised by staff and always greeted! I don’t even have to say my order anymore! It’s evident how busy the place is as the staff don’t stop to catch a breath! Open kitchen so you...

Superb! Busy little gem hidden underneath the bridge just off the quayside. As a group we’ve visited a few times previously, always had to queue and never been disappointed when we’ve eaten; it’s always a full English cooked and served perfectly by busy but super...

Went to newcastle on the 21st of august to visit my partner. Went for brekkie on the 23rd. Food was good, service unfortunately was not. They brought mine out and forgot about hers. I had finished mine and had to go in and ask wheres...

I walked passed this cafe for a couple of days now and today I thought that I should give it a try. "Bad decision" Firstly I waited a while for my order to be taken and it wasn't even busy. I ordered a English Breakfast...

Lovely fry up at this traditional and cosy cafe tucked under the Tyne bridge. Really friendly and helpful staff, great breakfast, including a top veggie option as well as a classic Full English, quality coffee & tea and prompt service.

Who doesn’t love a good old greasy spoon for a proper breakfast! We didn’t intend to go here and found it completely by chance but we’re very happy we did! Their menu is full to bursting with things you can have. Among our group we...

We'd been meaning to visit here for a while and so glad we finally managed it. Good selection of breakfast food including hot rolls plus lunchtime light bites. All choices and prices clearly displayed on blackboard above counter. Freshly prepared to order . We really...

Had breakfast here twice and both times it was really nice and very cheap for what you get. Can recommend the belly buster and the eggs benedict

Situated under Tyne bridge on Newcastle quayside Staff non compliant with face coverings. Very poor coffee would suggest will not return .

2 belly buster breakfast which states 3 sausages which infact are 1 and half sausages because there cut in half the eggs were like rock and the bacon should have been chucked in the bin .on top of this the older lady in charge was...

Awful experience. Sat for 25 minutes before we were acknowledged, sloppy couldn’t care less rude staff, ordered the muffin stack because it’s advertised with a beautiful soft poached egg - what arrived was a solid fried egg amongst a plate of grease, absolutely disgusting wouldn’t...

I never write reviews but honestly i wish i had seen this before i went here! We got two breakfasts, had to pay for an extra hash brown and some toast. The sausage was sliced into the thinnest peices, unfortunately i didn’t get a photo...

Just had an excellent breakfast here. I had an omelette which was very good and my husband had the full English breakfast which he said was cooked to perfection. The cafe is in a beautiful building near the Quayside area of Newcastle.

Gem of a find. Enjoyed a wonderfully relaxing morning in this quaint cafe, given the current uncertainty of changing restrictions and having taken for granted the ease at eating out. A much needed great escape for me, environment clean and well spaced, choice a plenty,...

This is a horrendous establishment. All the prices have gone up, and they don't tell you this until the bill comes. It was almost double the price with no notice of any such increases. Besides, upon asking for a receipt I was made to feel...

Stopped off for a coffee during our early morning stroll, turned into a breakfast session with a bacon bap & a bacon, Brie & cranberry panini which had a lot of filling in it & was maybe a little more filling than anticipated! Track &...

Had breakfast here this morning before travelling home. Friendly and helpful staff with good banter. Service was really quick. Eggs benedict was delicious!!!

Miserable staff, terrible food, dirty cutlery which I had to change three times and didn’t use as they were all dirty. All these positive reviews cannot be accurate.

Cafe smelt like a greasy spoon, should’ve left then but reviews were good so decided to give it go. Vile! Deep fried cheap sausages, the rest not cooked long enough. The toast was toasted rolls that smelt like they were going mouldy. One of my...

Probably the best café anywhere. Food is ace, fresh and tasty. Staff are wonderful. Set off from Manchester this morning to find something to eat, ended up back here. See you tomorrow

We loved this place so much we came back twice. The veggie full English was amazing and the omelette was hot and fluffy. Very COVID safe with hand sanitiser on entry The service was quick and friendly. Definitely be back here again 😃

Fantastic little place! Came across Queens Cafe on Trip Advisor on way to Inverness. Lovely staff (especially Sim!). Service with a smile and a lovely local touch. Thank you :)

Really nice and cosy cafe with decent food. Always bring my guests who are visiting Newcastle to this place.

Me and a friend went to this cafe while waiting to view an above apartment, incredibly nice staff, with and amazing atmosphere and style, can’t wait to be a regular. Thank you to the ladies there for the great coffees!

I was absolutely appalled at how filthy this cafe is . It was my first visit and I thought it looked homely and quirky from outside . Tables were dirty , and omg the cutlery didn't look any better . Toilets were smelly with no hand wash ,awful . Please avoid this place at all costs !!

An old fashioned "greasy spoon" cafe, but in the best possible way.Friendly and efficient staff, good menu and incredible value.6 breakfast items for £3 and full English for £3.95 which get served quickly.In a great area right next to the quayside as well.Fully recommended.

Brilliant wee cafe with welcoming staff. Tiny but fantastic food and drinks at very good prices! If in the area don’t miss out. I had a mushroom omelette and it was GORGEOUS and my husband had poached eggs that were devine. Washed down with lattes and only £12! Well worth stopping in.

We had breakfast. Had a bit of a wait, as takeaways for local builders were being prepared. Delicious breakfast, at very reasonable prices. And a great building. Lovely atmosphere!

Popped in for breakfast. Belly buster was very nice and good value. Also the Turkey sandwich with bacon, stuffing, chutney was nice and fresh.

Good breakfast at great prices in a busy little cafe with friendly staff. Recommend this for anyone looking for a good value breakfast

Great value for money.Always a good sign when you see it is used by the local police😀 had breakfast on two mornings , ridiculously cheap, but great food.

Lovely and friendly staff, great food, stopped in for lunch before visiting the Castle. Ordered the full English, Super six, toast for two and two coffees. A lovely little gem in a beautiful city. Dog friendly

Been visiting this establishment for years when I visit friends in Newcastle. Classic greasy spoon menu at ridiculously cheap prices. Service is usually excellent but I’ve seen it manic busy so expect a little wait if in big groups which I usually am. Again, great value for money and classic hangover cure if you’re on the quay

Food was delicious for the price I had "the super six" which is any 6 breakfast items for £3! Came out very quickly, would highly recommend.

Popped in for a spot of breakfast with some friends. Awesome, independent cafe, GREAT value for money. And lovely staff. Would recomend 10/10

Un edificio de esquina bastante imponente con un café de una habitación, algo limitado en espacio con cocina sólida a precios bajos, personal alegre, espacio amplio y luminoso, suelo de baldosas, sillas cubiertas de mezclilla, mesas reutilizadas para máquinas de coser, radio suave y un encantador lugar para tomar un desayuno tranquilo.

El Quay Ingredient obtiene toda la prensa y elogios en este rincón oscuro debajo del puente Tyne. Se encuentra en un gran rincón similar al Flat Iron en Nueva York. Este café es lo suficientemente decente con todas las comidas cocinadas frescas. Las chicas detrás del mostrador son entretenidas y agradables en igual medida. El costo es algo más barato que el ingrediente Quay para una comida comparable. No estoy demasiado interesado en la opción para romper el vientre, ya que el nombre no se sienta bien.

Great little cafe serving a good selection of food at reasonable prices. Stacked muffin was lovely. Nice friendly staff as well

Fuimos a desayunar aquí después de que el café al que estábamos apuntando al otro lado de la carretera estaba lleno. El café se ve realmente encantador y acogedor desde el exterior. Sin embargo, la "bienvenida" que recibe dentro no lo es.

Cocinado para pedir comida por las damas detrás del mostrador. Este es un servicio antiguo en el que el personal está encantado de conversar contigo y de conocerte. la comida es buena, solo he estado aquí para el desayuno, pero siempre ha sido encantador. Un entorno increíble también debajo del arco del lado norte del puente Tyne y me recuerda mucho a la experiencia de un café de los años 70 con sus botellas de salsa de tomate sqeezy en forma de tomate y para salsa marrón, HP, por supuesto. Vale la pena una visita.

Called in before an interview. This was my first time in the cafe and I was greeted by friendly staff who found me a good seat to get into the zone for my interview. They put me at ease. I sat in the corner with my little pot of tea. Ready to take on the world. The place itself was decorated well and in the perfect location, under the Tyne Bridge. Could be bigger but I think the size adds to its charm.

This cute little venue offers a great variety of breakfast options, despite the overall size of the cafe. It was just a delightful atmosphere with 3 ladies working together in sync, creating delicious made-to-order breakfast entrees. It was an easy walk from our hotel in Gateshead, just across the bridge and a few blocks away.

We hunted for ages trying to find a breakfast cafe early morning. Nothing open but then we found Queen’s. Lovely warm welcome and great breakfast. Tea enough for a party!

As stated, can’t go wrong with a full English breakfast for £4. We will be back again and again! Typical British cafe style order at the till venue. Loved it

Popped into my favourite cafe on visits to Newcastle and yet again not disappointed I had the eggs Benedict by far the best I've ever had John and Jane the proprietors and their fantastic staff always make you feel welcome I can't recommend it highly enough

Found this little gem walking back from the quayside. Food is great and amazingly priced, staff are very nice and it’s dog friendly. Will definitely be back when next in Newcastle.

Weekend visit to Newcastle for the races saw us visiting queens cafe both mornings for excellent food so cheap and nice interior , staff very helpful and nothing any trouble £12 for 2 big cooked breakfasts , big pot of tea for 2 and a coke ( the price of one breakfast via my hotel ) , will defo be returning on my next visit too the toon :)