I had afternoon tea here earlier in the week and it was delightful! Really tasty soup, sandwiches,…read morecakes and pastries and the staff were so nice. We stayed a little over closing time and they couldn't have been more accommodating. Would definitely recommend and can't wait to go again!

If you are looking for some nice homemade style food then going to Frankies Diner is the way to go…read more The food is all centred around normal homemade food that is freshly made and always hot. The portions are very hearty and enough to fill even people like me : ). The food is well cooked and tastes nice. The staff are very friendly and people in the café are always friendly and always seem to share a smile. The seating although not the most comfortable is adequate to seat quite a few people and the prices are very reasonable and it is a nice place to take the family when you cannot be bothered to cook at home.

Old fashioned food, in large portions and reasonably priced. I have not tried the puds, as I am…read morealways too full of lunch. It can get busy at peak times, but the service is quick.

Great coffee!…read more Always busy but service is fairly quick! Coffee is really good and lots of variety. Lots of seats inside and outside, sadly no dogs allowed inside.

What an amazing view, perfect location! With two ours free parking you would think this was the…read moreperfect spot by the coast. Sadly, my expectations weren't reached as it took over 40 minutes to queue for just a cup of coffee, 2 smoothies and a can of coke. With all the drinks only costing £10.30, it wasn't too bad price wise. Overall, the drinks and view were amazing but the queue time was too long for a quick family snack as advertised.

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.

What a lovely little cafe in Tynemouth - why don't we have more places like this in Newcastle?…read more There's so much attention to detail in the decor. All of the sweets look absolutely amazing, but I just had lunch and tea. I had a Thai Chicken Salad for £7 and a pot of peppermint tea for £2, and both came out very quickly! The salad was full of vegetables, and the chicken was marinated in a very flavorful dressing. The meal was fresh and light, and really hit the spot after a long walk. My friend also really enjoyed her Indian chicken wrap thing, which was huge! Much bigger portion than mine and it looked delicious. I'd come back anytime I'm in town, everyone's food looked gorgeous coming out of the kitchen, with lots of fresh produce and vibrant colors. Just what a cosy cafe should be. I only wish they had loose tea instead of teabags.

Cafe nero is the newest of a number of coffee shops in South Shields town centre. The growing…read moretrendiness of coffee shops has clearly caught on here even though South shields is a town rather than a metropolitan city. This shop is well located on the main street, next to the Metro station so is good for anyone alighting the metro who fancies a quick brew before heading home. The prices are quite high compared to the other more independent coffee shops in the town centre, but this ca be said of most chains of coffee shops. The staff are well trained and the seating areas are always clean and clear, ready for the next customers. There is also an outside seating area which is often busy during the summer months. The cakes and other snacks are overpriced especially as there is a very cheap bakery just a few doors down, but I suppose you pay a higher price because cafe nero has a nice atmosphere and attracts a higher class customer. Overall the coffee is good - there's something for everyone and the seating areas are well designed and comfortable.

Café Nero is located in King St in South Shields which is the main shopping strip for the town…read more Café nero is what similar to Starbucks in its style and also the products it sells. The range of teas and coffees are great and they also do soups, iced drinks and sandwiches. The sandwiches which are normally toasted taste lovely with a cup of tea or coffee and they also have a wide selection of cakes and biscuits. The staff are very friendly and always happy to help, the only downside of this place is the price of the stuff in there. One thing to note is that they do not accept card so always make sure you have cash on you.

No. 61 is a great place to stay while visiting the area. I have visited Tynemouth twice, but only…read morestayed here the second time, but for three nights with family. In fact, we took up a majority of the rooms offered here. The proprietors and employees are so kind and wish to make you feel at home. Breakfast is included in the tea room with your room and never disappoints especially when enjoyed in the Guest House private garden located in the back of the house. The rooms range from small double-sized beds to large "family" rooms all with en-suite washrooms. Clean, comfortable, and its superb location (next door to Salutation Inn pub and in the heart of bustling and beautiful ocean-side Tynemouth with train access to Newcastle approx 5 minute walk) only enhance the guest houses' already appealing price. If you're lucky enough to snag the room at the back of the house with the private patio porch looking over South Shields, then do so! The only problem with this room is that the door outside is your only access to fresh air (not so great on a rainy day). I would 100% recommend No. 61 Guest House to anyone visiting Tynemouth.

Just returned from one night at No 61 in Tynemouth…read more The property was clean and tidy, the rooms comfortable and the staff accommodating. Breakfast was hot and plentiful, the beds were comfortable, bathrooms very clean and generally was a pleasant stay. Tynemouth is a very pretty village in itself. The only problem is parking at weekends (very busy in the village). We had a bit of confusion over the price quote on the phone to us and the price we ended up paying, so get confirmation in writing of how much you are paying before you go.

Great food and service. It's very cozy and has a local feel to it. I would come back again!read more

This coffee shop/cafe is a little gem.Sitting in Percy Park Road,just off Front Street in Tynemouth…read moreNorth sheilds you'll find something tasty waiting for you.They do everything and anything.Wether your'e after coffee and cake or a full meal there's lots to choose.The homemade cakes are just so delicious and they do a wide selection of teas and coffees.I just love the Tea Pigs selections and try something different everytime I visit.The specials change regularly and are realy good value. I feel the staff go all out to please and the place is very relaxed and homely,do give it a try but don't forget to leave a seat for me.

I've been twice. I love the coffee and cakes. My new favourite coffee shop! I will be going back…read moreagain on my next free weekend.

I've been here two times already and ordered the same thing…read more Coffee is pretty good, and there's a variety of cakes that look delicious and I'll certainly try them at some point (Vegan options as well, which is great!) The place is really really lovely and the staff is really nice too :)