The Canny Goat in Newcastle upon Tyne

Great coffee shop in a quiet back lane. Nice to get away from the busier streets, although this once hidden gem is certainly becoming more and more popular (good for them!). Great coffee, super friendly and knowledgeable staff, and a nice atmosphere.

Amazing independent cafe, consistent and friendly service

2 coffees a day from here since the shop opened and I wouldn’t go anywhere else! The coffee & the staff are as awesome as each other

Friendly and welcoming people. Had the panini and a very good flat white. Hope to be back for the 'Reuben' and coffee.

A bright and comfy little cafe tucked snugly in a backlane behind Gate complex. Food was great, with chorizo n Reuben better than most other places, and service was polite and down to earth. And the coffee...heavenly. Got the Brazil flat white, which had nice body with nutty traces and slightly fruity after-taste. And the Bolivian pour-over was very satisfying with its fruity, slightly citrusy flavour lingering on the tongue. Hot choc was pleasant as well. What a fine way to end our trip to this wonderful country.

Beautiful Cafe and Cozy, I had a cappuccino with coconut milk 10/10, than I had Neapolitan it was delicious, for dessert I had the Biscoff Brownie YUM.. The waiter was kind enough to help me out with my choices..

Excellent coffee and very friendly people

Hands down the best coffee in Newcastle. Great coffee, relaxed atmosphere, and friendly staff. Can’t go wrong here.

Good atmosphere inside and delicious coffee

The best place for speciality coffee in Newcastle. Always some interesting beans on for espresso based drinks of filter. Particularly liked the Uganda and Rwanda beans in a cortado. Staff is always friendly and the interior is very nice and comfortable. The sandwiches are also great for lunch.

Absolutely amazing coffee, I had the Brazilian coffee which was beautifully complex! Highly recommend, I also got a hot chocolate to go which was super rich and lovely🤟🏻

Wonderful little café with exceptional hot chocolate

Tried three different drinks over two days. All were excellent. Staff friendly and informative and they serve a great product. Make a point of stopping in.

Best coffee I’ve had in ages and I’m fussy

Fabulous coffee and an amazingly rich Beuno pie. We will definitely return as it’s possibly the best coffee in Newcastle

The staffs are very friendly, thank you for the lovely coffee

It's definitely the best coffee shop in Newcastle . The flat white is perfect. The staff really friendly, a great atmosphere.

Loved this cute coffee spot. So much better than one of the franchise bars.. we really enjoyed our drinks☕️

The best specialty coffee in Newcastle!! An absolute gem!! A must visit!

Unfortunate experience today. Female staff member told me I could pay after I had finished which was fine. Other groups paid before their drinks. It seems to be optional. When I went up to the counter to pay I returned my empty cup and plate. The male member of staff told me to have a nice day as if saying goodbye, so I clarified with him that I needed to pay as I thought he might have assumed I already had like the other group. Female server in the middle of making someone's coffee loudly and sarcasically told me to wait a minute as she only had two pairs of hands. I wasn't even talking to her. I clarified what I had meant and she realised she had the wrong end of the stick but she did not apologise. Your coffee, cake and surroundings are lovely but when staff are rude to your customers it spoils the experience.

Sheer perfection, quite simply. Perfectly made flat white, (cake & panini was also fabulous). From a fellow coffee geek, this place made me very very happy indeed. Thanks guys !

Wonderful ‘out of sight’ calming specialty coffee bar. V60 & espresso. Clean vibes. Do visit if specialty coffee enthusiast in the area.

I have ordered match latte and orange 🍊 loaf 🍞 both are good

I took a flat white and latte decaf.

Delicious coffee and great service! Such a lovely spot

Beautiful coffee, great service. First time I’ve ever seen this concept being this coffee focused and absolutely love it. If you want the best coffee in Newcastle - this is your place

Lovely little place, love the decor and warm welcome. Coffee is unreal, and the cake was so soft and fluffy would have ate them all if I could. Highly recommended

The closure of the previous coffee shop on this site was quite sudden, not sure exactly what happened but the place was fun and seemed to be 'warm' if I had to describe the vibe. Unfortunately now that the place has been refurbished, it has lost some of the fun and in my opinion the atmosphere is 'cool' but not in a good way. The new decor of this coffee shop reminds me of the waiting room of a lady's hairdresser from the 80's. There is nothing wrong it just feels a bit cold and clinical. Is that what the owners were aiming to achieve? The coffee was good but the cake I consumed was a bit dry. Perhaps it was a few days old. I can't fault the welcome we received and the service was great.

Beautiful flat white, great Ruben!

Best coffee in the toon, hands down. Cool n minimalist interior, great out-of-the-way location. Top marks.

So we went for a trip to newcastle for the day and come across this amazing café the service as you walk in was on point, There dounuts are amazing along side a caramel latte. Then we was wanting some food aswell so we went with the chicken sandwich now its not just a sandwich it was a monster of a sandwich amazing food soo 5 stars it is. Very polite from start to finish ill recommend going in and trying for your selfs

Excellent service and quality of coffee. Couldn’t fault anything.

Their coffee standards are very high with a lot of beans options. Good coffee and service definitely coming back.

I was a fan of The Canny Goat and remain a Lagom loyal. Easily one of the best flat whites in Newcastle, world class. Staff are always nice and friendly 😊 On my last visit there was a choice of beans of two differing styles - a great extra component to offer up! Keep it up guys 👍

Such a lovely coffee shop - awesome atmosphere ans service, lovely to chat to. Even gave my friend's dog a lil pup cup (which was scranned immediately) will 100% be back

Gorgeous little new coffee shop with truly amazing coffee and knowledgeable staff.

They have really good coffee. I ordered a flat white and was perfect. Staff are friendly and welcoming👍🏻

Lovely coffee and cake, thoroughly recommend

Very nice brownies, coffee and staff!

Lovely cafe in Newcastle city center. Cappuccino and red velvet cake were both spot on. the logo of Canny goat is cute btw

Very tasty flat white and cakes. Friendly staff and cozy atmosphere. I really like this place.

My favourite place for coffee in Newcastle. The staffs genuine warmth makes every visit feel like catching up with old friends.

This is the worst service I have ever seen in a barista. They ask you to leave if you don't ask for more drinks.

The best coffee in Newcastle, with delicious cakes and toasties (the Neapolitan is my favourite and I’m not even vegan). I’ve expanded my coffee drink options because of this shop; the staff give the best customer service, happy to explain to a coffee novice and always accommodate everyone as best they can. The GOAT for a reason!

Went after looking at reviews and was so disappointed. Arrived and sat down, we were unaware if we ordered at the till or they came to us. After a little while I went and ordered two teas (very expensive IMO) we said we may order food. We couldn’t see any menus or anything and all we could see was a little chalk board stating they sold toasties, we were actually looking for something a little more substantial. The teas arrived, the tea pot had already been brewed quite strong so we didn’t get the option of strong or weak. No sugar was with the tea so I had to go ask and they was only the option of sweetener or brown sugar, not ideal. We drank up, paid and left. Not good!!

Really loved this place (: the people working here are more than friendly and inviting and answered all my questions about their coffee. It’s a small space but really clean, food hygiene rating is 5 which is great. Enjoyed their coffee, really rounded (their house blend) and a use la marzocco machine so the espresso is amazing. Latte art 10/10 too!

Beyond canny coffee and canny staff - it's excellent!

Stuff are friendly, dessert is not that good but it’s coffee is amazing 👍🏼

Absolutely love the coffee from The Canny Goat, wouldn't go anywhere else, the staff in the Newcastle branch are really friendly as is the owner in the Whitfield Terrace shop.

Very knowledgeable barista, nice selection of coffee on v60. Lovely toasties and cakes

Very very very good coffee!!!!!!!

Wish I had found this earlier ! Newcastle needs more coffee shops like this . Great coffee and delicious toasty . Gluten free and vegan options too. Staff polite and friendly .

Delicious sandwiches and coffee, and a warm welcome!

Stands out for some really good coffee, which is no mean feat in a coffee blessed with very good independent coffee shops. Keeps it simple with tasty toasties and cake!

Odd one. The lights were too white and it was too noisy for its size. The weirdest thing tho, we wanted a sandwich and they told us they had run out, but then we saw a fresh batch of sandwiches. When we asked if we could have one of those, they told us they were for the day after. Surely you’d want to sell a sandwich when the demand is certain. Coffee was great quality.

Popped in for a coffee, friendly service

Good coffee with pleasant atmosphere and kind service.

The staff were so great and accommodating. The snacks and coffee were delicious. Highly recommend.

The Canny Goat is a charming coffee haven in Newcastle. The cozy interior and friendly staff create a welcoming atmosphere. Their coffee is rich and flavorful, and the selection of pastries complements the experience. If you're in the mood for a relaxing coffee break, The Canny Goat is the place to be.

Canny cup of coffee! Will be back

Brilliant carrot cake and the staff are helpful and very nice😊

Very nice cafe. I highly recommend.

A brilliant, quaint cafe that you’ll be annoyed you didn’t find sooner!! The staff are 11/10 and always super friendly!!

one of my favourite coffee shop in Newcastle. I like to try filter coffee and I recommended it. also they have different chooses of cakes. lovely coffee and lovely vibe. I hope they close late 😬

The Canny Goat is my coffee crush! Their brews are a caffeine delight, the staff are fab, and the snug, inviting vibes turn it into a relaxation wonderland. 💫

I would probably say the best coffee shop in Newcastle, I’ve been studying in Newcastle for three years now so been most coffee shops, as I like to do my uni work in coffee shops, great coffee, staff are always super friendly, nice atmosphere to work or have a coffee with a friend.

Gorgeous café, friendly staff, delicious coffee

Very nice small café with super tasty sandwiches. We were able to stick around here for a few hours before boarding our ferry back to Amsterdam. The service is superb. Can recommend this place.

Great coffee and friendly staffs👍

A great find not far from the main city. Really friendly staff and great tasting coffee, would visit again if in the area for sure. Staff are knowledgeable about the coffee they are serving too.

We discovered the canny goat a few months ago and love it. Best coffee in Newcastle and friendly and welcoming staff and atmosphere. Toasties are really nice and the cakes are delicious. Highly recommend a visit if you're in the city centre, worth the short walk from the Gate.

Nice dog friendly cafe with great coffee.

Fantastic hot chocolate and toastie. Friendly staff. As previous reviewers have said certainly a hidden gem!

Fabulous coffee shop, good coffe, great carrot cake and a very friendly and welcoming space. The staff are fabulous

The Canny Goat makes our weekly Saturday visit from the countryside to Newcastle so much easier. It is my breathing space out of the bustle of the city centre. The warm welcome and chat from the enthusiastic staff is a privilege to be around. Their friendliness compliments the perfect breakfast tea, Cluck Norris toastie and deliciously flavoured cake. Thank you for making a "Saturday Family" mum look forward to a Saturday!

What a lovely little spot 🙌 Dropped in for an iced coffee at the weekend, lovely friendly staff and a great coffee to boot. I've never been asked if I wanted a milk, dark or white chocolate before so the choice was great. Lovely bit of Aircon on a hot day as well

Amazing place! Fantastic coffee and cakes !

Such a cute hidden gem! A little on the pricier side, but well worth it for the cheese toasties. We loved going on a cute date here, the cafe is very comfy and has a nice vibe to it.

Delicious baked goods and drinks. It's a small place, but always find that there is a space available. Great customer service too!

Tucked away down Monk Street, gem of a little cafe, great coffee, friendly staff, spotlessly clean.

As an Australian traveling around the UK, I struggled to find a great coffee until I came across The Canny Goat! Easily the best coffee I've had outside Australia!

The coffee is really nice and staffs are so friendly.

Canny little place, nice coffee, friendly staff, very cozy.

A lovely spot with extremely friendly staff and this fruity filter coffee that was amazing!

Great coffee. Friendly comfort atmosphere

Lovely friendly staff, great coffee and cakes. The toasties are scrumptious as well!

Small, cozy place. Coffee is amazing (they have oat milk🙏👌), service is so lovely.

Great coffee, great cake and great toasties. Amazingly friendly staff too!

Stopped in by chance while waiting for a viewing on a nearby property. Had to go in from the name alone - who doesn't like goats, so glad we did. Had a good laugh about our experiences with goats, had a quick drink and sit down before heading off. Service was top notch, atmosphere was perfect, light and fresh interior and most importantly, drinks were amazing - will be back.

Visited this lovely little cafe where Iain and Will were working. What a little gem. This place does amazing drinks and so friendly staff. Hidden treasure. Thank you for the amazing hot chocolate and they don't charge for alternative milk options, plenty of vegan options!

First visit and not the last - lovely little place. The staff are so friendly and the cakes beautiful!! Almost don’t want people to know about it as it’s small and I want to make sure if can get a seat !!

Lovely little cafe very friendly helpful staff 😀

Called at The Canny Goat today for coffee and cake . The cake and coffee delicious!! ,Very friendly staff.I will definitely be back for more .Thank you ,a lovely cafe.

First time here as a visitor to Newcastle. Got a flat white to takeaway. I asked about espresso options which were naturally processed, I felt a bit like an inconvenience as they answered a bit brisk and unwelcoming. I heard them chatting about me as I left. Fairly decent flat white, just a shame about the service.

Blink and you’ll miss it but once you know it’s there you won’t let walk by without popping in or wanting to! Cute, cosy space with excellent decor - minimal, clean and creative with local art and loads of lovely visuals. The prices are slightly higher for a tea/coffee (for me :))but worth it for the calm space. Great place to get done work done or read a book! Stay canny ✨✨✨

Great almond cake and a choice of milk or dark hot chocolate. Lovely spot

We canny believe what a wee gem this is. Tucked away on the snickleways of Newcastle. The coffee was mellow but tasty, the staff were super friendly. There were charging ports all over the cafe so it was a handy place to refuel our phones too. The food looked fresh and delicious- we will definitely be back to try the food.

Went here on a whim to work whilst on a business trip. Genuinely, contemplating coming back to visit here again. Just a wholesome friendly pace with a good atmosphere and nice music.

Nice coffee, friendly staff,the place looks nice

Very cosy and comfy, nice people. Excellent cappuccino and cake.