I enjoyed my meal: 3 salad options plus a protein of beetroot and black bean balls. The mixed green…read moresalad could use some dressing but I was still okay with it knowing that I was eating fresh, organic, 'naked' food. The servers were very nice and the place has a constant flow of customers. Lovely to see a place with this ethos thriving in Newcastle.

TLDR: Food was distinctly average and honestly, not worth it (for me). Don't care for the…read moreInstagram-Esque pretentious nature. I appreciate what this place is trying to be, but the execution of trying to be this millennial-feeding, instagram-worthy, health cafe is a little off. It's predictably expensive. Staff are ok, in relative terms they were ok. They are believers in their product, but maybe do not appreciate feedback highly enough? I got steak wrap and chips. Now, a tortilla isn't a taco. A taco or a tortilla isn't a wrap if it's just halved. A nice little taco you can fold over and chow on, a full size tortilla can't be eaten like that. Steak was lovely, though. I opted for the "sweet potato chips/fries", the chips were just like warm, wet potato wedges, really. They obviously baked them for health goals but just failed from a taste point of view. Chips aren't wedges and chips are fried (unless explicitly they say not - particularly for an extra cost). Service staff took them back and brought more of the same. Truly miserable chips. Oh, and partner had similarly mediocre views of their meal. Anyway, this is too long. Yelp reviews are pretty much just a self-fulfilling act anyway.

The food weighouse is at the bottom end of Houghton le Spring near the chemist. It sells lots of…read moredifferent foods including sweets and nuts etc. It is in a very convenient location and is easily accessible to everyone - near to the bus stops both directions - from Sunderland and Durham. This shop is very good because when buying food, you can weigh out exactly how much you want so you get no more and no less then you want - get exactly what you pay for. Another positive aspect of the 'serve yourself' is that you can pick the types of sweets you like for example if they are in a mixed tub.

Almonds and raisins was the original health food store in Newcastle.It was based in the old…read morebuilding that housed The Queen's Cinema.Moved to Eldon Square but is now based in Princess Square,just off Northumberland Street. It's always been a favourite of mine.They offer a wide range of health supplements and whole foods and alternative remedies.Although the prices are sometimes a bit higher than some of thier competitors(Holland and Barrett ect) the goods on offer are of high quality. The one thing they can offer that Holland and Barrett don't is a cafe and vegetarian snack food.If you want main meals don't go too late though as the food is good and has it's regulars.It's very well priced too,so why not give it a try.

Best shop for the healthier options. Do most of my shopping here. Very helpfull and friendly staff…read more Great place to visit if you are looking for something different.

A cosy little store with really friendly staff. They'll happily give you advice on with…read morevitamins/supplements you should try. They sell all sorts of health foods including vegan/vegetarian alternatives. They also sell fair trade and cruelty-free products too. The prices are good value and I love visiting to see what yummy foods I should treat myself to.

A wonderful little gem, nestling in one of the stone archways of the station facade. A relative…read morelives in Saltburn and I always make sure to visit the Health Food shop while there. They have an excellent selection of healthy and not-so-healthy foods and drinks, including a good stock of fairly traded items (such as Traidcraft cereal, loo roll, etc.). The staff are always friendly and very helpful - although I've never had to ask anything they have an extensive stock of herbal remedies and seem to cater for any ailment you might have. The staff are very knowledgeable and can advise on what might be the best remedy. The prices are reasonable; it's a real treasure trove of healthy goodies.

All things good and sacred can be found in this gem of a health food store. lots of organic,…read morefairtrade, dairy free, gluten free foods along with some great eco gifts etc. beware of the choc peanuts. they are so addictive. Ive also bought online when working away and love the great service and free delivey. They are excellent with emergency orders. why cant all firms be this good?

Bought on many occassions with no problems. Nice prices for ethical shoes & love the dairy free…read morechocolates & sweets. Staff are really friendly anf know thier products

My personal favourite place to buy meat, veggies and bread…read more Big barn type market in the centre of Newcastle. Numerous stalls that offer all types of different services. Numerous award winning butchers that offer prime cuts of meat, fantastic mince and healthy plump chickens and eggs! Wonderful bakery that makes the best breads and pastry I have tried. Wonderful vegetables and fruit stands where you get can a serious deal on great vegetables. Cheapest and most authentic pick and mix selection I have ever seen Fish monger, show repair, tea shop, cafes, clothing and boot sale, cd shops, home repair, clothing alterations ... Even a room with a scale in it! Grainger Market is magical. A must see, I consider the market a tourist attraction because of how traditional it is. The people in the booths all seem very authentic and very helpful.

It took me far too long to actually go to Grainger market. I love places with lots of little…read moreindividual businesses. I was used to markets being places with cheap tat and someone with a thick Black Country accent yelling from a van about sausages, and it's just definitely not like that here. There are still veggies, butchers (and decent cheeses to boot), but there are some seriously talented craftspeople too. It's good for a look around even if you don't feel like buying anyth8ng, odds are you probably will end up doing so.