Great food good service nice employees and a good vibe and free WiFi this place is great for vegans…read moreand vegetarians

Yum! We were on our way to our regular coffee shop till one of my friends suggested trying this…read moreplace out and the biggest thanks goes to her! The Good Apple Cafe is a really cute small cafe and I think it actually just opened recently! As soon as you walk in, you're greeted the smiles of friendly staff members and a cozy setting of chairs and tables. Here's the big plus....this cafe is vegan! Have you ever tried vegan rocky road? Gluten-free Orange and passion fruit cupcakes? It's literally a world of wonders in there! Not only that, you've got yourself a vast selection of hot drinks, including an even greater selection of teas (no seriously there's actually a lot!). If you're hungry, that's it's own story. Lots of choices ranging from bagels to wraps and even yummy sweets! I'm gonna be super boring and just tell you right away I had a cappuccino despite all these choices lol! Other selections included a rooibos creme caramel tea (you read that correctly.....I've never smelled something so beautiful), regular black tea, matcha latte (delicious!), and a grilled cheese sandwich with a side of a latte. Everyone loved their choices! Prices are very reasonable: drinks are all under £2-3 depending on your selection and food is anywhere between £3-6! Free wifi for all you Internet lovers and they have a stack of magazines and novels in the corner in case you just wanna zone out for a bit. On our way out we managed to catch the barista taking freshly baked red velvet cupcakes out of the oven.....nothing better than seeing your food made fresh! Definitely recommend:) Ps the tea comes in cute little blue teapots and I don't know why I loved them so much but I hope you do too :)

OKAY, being the only "official" vegan friendly restaurant in the city centre, Scrumpy Willow also…read moreprizes itself of being the one with the worst service. Honestly? They have ONE person working the cash register and the tables upstairs and downstairs. That person is never hospitable or nice, but hey, I would be crabby and rude too, if i had to serve the whole cafe myself. They really should stop being cheap and hire a second person, or at least hire staff that can actually hack it. In general, I find vegans and vegan establishments really nice, down-to-earth, and always good to their patrons. Probably because us vegans/ vegetarians are a rare breed and we feel the need to look after one another. Scrumpy feels differently though, to be fair, they're not entirely vegan, but from what I have been told, they are the "vegan" place to eat in town. I would never come back here again. They give vegans/ vegetarians a bad name. Also, my hard earned cash should not be spent on establishments that don't appreciate my business and are super rude to me. I also know of other places in town that serves vegan friendly dishes, albeit they're not officially vegan.

This is a lovely cafe to go to when the weather is cold and miserable, it's got a very cosy homey…read morefeel to it. The staff were friendly and very chilled and we all really enjoyed our food: my omlette was so tasty and filling, and my sister's hummus and fallafal plate went down a storm! I really liked this place as a whole but the reason I docked two stars was because of the really really bad quality of their drinks; I had the house wine which was nothing short of vinegar-esque, my sister had the "smoothie" which was nothing more than a half-filled glass of watery fruit juice with a thick layer of foam at the top, and our friend went for the milkshake which literally looked like a glass of milk that had been jiggled around for a bit (no trace of any ice cream in the mix) My advice with this place is go here when in search of good value, filling food, but don't waste your money on the beverages!..

The Waiting Room is a completely vegetarian restaurant, and they cater for vegans and gluten-free…read morediets too. It's cosy and has a lovely unique look to it with their unusual decor (like photo slide lampshades). Parking can be an issue as there's only on-street parking, and most of it is 'residents only'. Public transport links are good though as there's a train station less than five minutes away, and nearby bus stops. The staff are always friendly and happy to help with any dietary requirement requests. The food is always really tasty however portions can be small and it's expensive. Expect to pay at least £10 just for a main course. They have an excellent range of beers, wines and soft drinks, all suitable for vegetarians. Dessert time is always disappointing for vegans as all they ever serve is plain dairy-free vanilla ice cream, no sauce. They have at least four other desserts for vegetarians. On my visit today I was even more disappointed than usual as my friend had the dairy ice-cream and got twice as much as me for the same price! If you like fine food, and don't mind paying for it, then this is a wonderful place! It's also great for special occasions but, due to the price, I wouldn't make it a regular place to eat.

I'm not vegetarian myself, but I eat veggie food often, so I do like to go to good veggie and vegan…read morerestaurants. These guys are primarily vegetarian, but they certainly cater for vegans too. I was recommended it when I was avoiding wheat to test what was up by a good friend who'd been here a lot. It's right next to eaglescliff station and short walk over the bridge and up the hill from yarm. The decor is sweet, and the staff both times I've been have been wonderful. The food is simple but tasty and well seasoned, and it is expensive compared to some of the other places nearby but I wouldn't say expensive for vegetarian food I've had in most restaurants.

Consistently amazing food from here with some excellent craft beers on tap too…read more Friendly helpful staff in a quirky atmosphere. Cannot recommend this hidden gem enough. Try the hash bowl and a Bloody Mary. You won't be disappointed

Finally gotten around to having brunch at Ernest this morning and so glad I did! It's quite hidden…read moreaway so think you have to search it out rather than stumble across it. I ordered the scrambled egg and asked for chorizo too. The portion was huge and I didn't even manage to finish it which is a rarity for a foodie like me. The eggs were cooked just right and were so flavoursome with the chorizo adding that extra bit of umph. My friend ordered the chorizo hash bowl which was equally generous and satisfying. It can get quite busy with lots of tables reserved so it's worth getting there early. On a nice day like this morning however there was also ample seating outside. The service was pretty slow I have to admit and the staff don't seem too eager to go the extra mile but I would definitely return for the quality of the food alone!

We've been ordering from karma kitchen since 2020 and it's always a treat! Food is absolutely…read moreincredible, so tasty and always feels super nourishing. Absolutely lovely people and it's wonderful that everything is plant based. The cheese naan lives rent free in my head in the best way. 11/10 every time

I'd seen an ad somewhere, probably Facebook, about this new place apparently in the Bigg Market,…read morebut I couldn't picture it. I discovered it's in the place formerly occupied by the Rupali owned by Lord Harpole who made "Curry Hell". It was then the Taj Palace after Mr Latif died, and now The Karma Kitchen. They haven't been open long, but the standard beats it's predecessors by a mile. All vegan, it's simple menu is bursting with fantastic sounding food and drinks. I could easily have had anything on the menu, but went for a sharing platter with Tofu and a quest desi. A Mexican Indian fusion. Both were fantastic! I almost forgot that we started by ordering a turmeric latte each. Beautiful, subtle with a lemony top. Wow. Gorgeous. We will definitely be back soon for lunch with our friends. It's close to my work, and very reasonably priced! It makes me so happy that I'm lucky enough to be able to come often.

Lovely little cafe in Durham. The menu is vegetarian and vegan, offering simple cafe meals like…read moretoasties, sandwiches and some salads. What's more, they don't charge extra for soy milk or vegan cheese alternatives. That's a rare thing. The cakes and sweet things are made in house too and are pretty good. Decent coffee too, for Durham. Friendly staff, good music and decorated with art by local artists. What's not to like?

This place is a really nice find. It is located a bit off the beaten path downtown on North Road…read more It has a comfy interior with lots of tables and chairs and a really friendly and helpful staff. They serve local, independent coffee and have great homemade cakes and sweets. Huge points for vegan and dairy-free options, which are all very good. So far have tried the tangy lemon bar and the chocolate cake which are both vegan and delicious. Great to have another good coffee shop option in Durham!

Very friendly service, everyone greeted us. Although small, it is very welcoming…read more The food was absolutely spectacular. It was just so tasty and made with love. We will definitely be back and I can't wait!

Lovely food, came out quickly and was very tasty. I ordered the Avocado and Roasted Tomato Eggs…read moreBenedict + Parma Ham and Hashbrowns. It looked and tasted amazing. Service was great.

This place is about four months old. It's a vegan junk food bar: order at the counter and they…read morebring it to your table. The Southern Fried Kebab is delicious. I wish I had gotten a second one of those but i got a veggie dog instead. I just don't like veggie dogs in general. I mean it was fine but the fricken (their vegan southern fried chicken) is delicious. They also have beer, wine and cocktails. Music oriented decor (with pix of Donna Summer, Annie Lennox, Johnny Cash, Hendrix, etc.) and good, eclectic selection of tunes while you eat.

We couldn't help but smile upon entering Settle Down. This is the place you want to have lunch, it…read morereally is. It's strikingly cosy, the food looked delicious and fresh, and the staff were bright and cheery. Not to mention, the swinging jazz music which welcomed us, which was a quirky addition. We knew we were on to something good when we entered to the most pleasant of aromas. 'What is that smell?!' - We just had to ask. It could have been a mixture of numerous delicious tasty concoctions but the overwhelming warm scent of 'the tangy Thai soup' oozing from the kitchen teased our hungry lunchtime bellies. With quite the selection of herbal tea, including some interesting loose leaf options, it's the perfect spot for tea in the toon. There's also fresh milkshakes too! I opted for a pot of apple and mint tea based on the waitress's recommendation and I wasn't disappointed. Mmm! We took a seat and awaited lunch whilst admiring the homely and bright interior. It wasn't long till I was in Thai soup heaven with a delicious bowl of thick, creamy, just-the-right-amount-of-spice tasty tang! Accompanied by a delicious tuna, cheese, olives and caramelised onion sandwich, it made for a fine lunch. Seriously yummy stuff and a mega bargain at just £4.50! This was a definite highlight of our time in Newcastle, for sure. And if Newcastle is on the cards again, I've no doubt that it'll be Settle Down that calls me back for lunch. Settle down and enjoy!

The Settle Down is a cafe which shares space with a great independent record shop (alt vinyl) and a…read morecutting edge contemporary gallery (satellite) in the centre of newcastle upon tyne. the cafe serves toasted ciabatta sandwiches, great salads, homemade cakes, hearty soups, simple breakfasts and great coffee and tea. eat in or take out- great service from friendly staff. this tiny place is a beautifully styled cafe- old school chairs, battered wooden floor, nice bits of original art on the walls, nick-nacks spread about the place, a toy kitchen for kids to play with, cool lighting, a couple of stylish old macs providing free internet access. also great (and usually pretty obscure) music provided by the record shop. the opening hours are 8am-7pm, so it's one of the few places in newcastle where you can actually get a decent coffee and a lovely bite after 5pm. breakfasts are simple and cheap. everything's pretty cheap, in fact. set on a pedestrianised square, it's just a couple of minutes from central station, so the whole city is within easy reach and transport links are excellent. also nearby: premier apartments hotel, dance city, carling academy / o2 academy, journal tyne theatre, the centre for life / the life centre, tilleys, the forth, newcastle arts centre, black swan yard, hair mechanics, discovery museum, the salsa club, china town / stowell street, the gate, blackfriars, newcastle arena, st james park, westgate road, fenham.