This branch of Thorntons is located towards the start of the intu Eldon Square Shopping centre, it…read moreis located fairly close to the likes of O2, Caffe Nero and The Works in the shopping mall. This store is really small, and despite being located in quite a new mall, this store is highly old-fashioned and not a great place to be. The cafe is located upstairs, with no lift access, the staircase its-self is a really old one, considering the mall was built in 1977, it felt like this store hadn't been refurbished of that kind ever since. The selection also was a little poor other than probably around one wall of products, which were traditionally stocked items at a Thorntons store. The staff didn't seem too helpful, I wasn't welcomed until they saw me taking photos around the store, which I have uploaded onto Yelp, which seemed a little self-serving, how they only offered to help me when they saw me taking pictures, perhaps because they thought I was a reviewer or undercover shopper of some sort. Overall, this store is a poor branch, it is highly old fashioned and a little poor too in terms of service and selection, hence sadly warranting a single one star rating.

This is an excellent café in Newcastle, with high quality products on offer, and for decent prices…read more We had divine hot chocolates, with real Thornton's chocolate flakes, marshmallows and cream. They really were delicious, and went down like a dream. Included in the price was a sample chocolate from one of the company's collections. I had a dark chocolate based on those from the city of Milan, and Mary had a Seville caramel. There were brownies and caramel shortcakes on offer for only £1, but I restrained myself from getting these, as I felt I would burst with an ounce more chocolate inside me. The staff member that served us was friendly and helpful, and filled up Mary's water bottle, no problem at all. Definitely recommended.

Looks nothing special from the outside, the place is pretty much as it was in the 70's…read more Aesthetically nothing fantastic....however, go inside and ask one of the long- serving, friendly ladies for a tub of their regular freshly prepared ice cream. The ice cream speaks for itself...quite possibly the best I have tasted, just so smooth and creamy...great treat on the way down to the coast for a drive!!

Show your appreciation for probably the best ice cream in the world! Only sold at Crescent Cafe in…read moreSeaton Delaval. It was opened in 1925 with just the one original flavour. They may be adding to vanilla soon.

If you haven't tried Minchellas icecream then you haven't lived! They are a family-run independent…read moreicecream chain and they have various little cafes and kiosks around the North East area. They have been around as far back as I can remember (20+ years). Their cafe is cosy and has recently been refurbished with an outside seating area being added for the summer months. Their own icecream is absolutely delicious, as is their raspberry sauce. I believe you can also buy tubs of their icecream to take home with you, and it is cheaper than the leading brands so well worth it. They also sell branded items like ice lollies, and also tea coffee and other snacks. The assistants are usually very young school-leavers, though they have always been friendly enough to me.

this is a family run business and is without doubt the best ice cream available in south shields…read more The choice of ice creams available is nope than enough to keep the most demanding kids happy including the older kids like myself. The range of coffees and toasties as well as cakes and snacks are good and are all freshly made and great tasting. A trip to shields xhuh or without the family has to include a trip to minchella's to make the day feel authentic.

I seen the 5 star rating in there window so i went in and orderd some food for my staff and i have…read moreto say this is the best bakery in north shields and all my staff agree with me.

absolutely the worst bacon sarnie ever!!!!!!!!! what a joke!!!…read moreno stars!!!!!!!!!!

A nice, bright, open feeling, shop with cheerful staff…read more Does not stock Thorntons' entire range and slightly upstaged by the Thorntons Cafe 500m away in the Eldon Square shopping complex, but a nice little chocolate shop all the same.

Staff were great despite how busy it was, they kept things moving quickly…read more We ordered a latte and a fruit scone with jam and whipped cream. Everything was delicious. Just wish they had more tables because it is very busy.

I've just got this app but I decided to do a review on this because every time I'm with my family I…read morealways get a bubblegum and they are lush honestly I've never had anything like it.

On par with The ice cream in Seaton Delaval (see my other review) but for different reasons, this…read moreplace does the most magnificent ices. I'll point out that the Seaton Delaval ice cream place is known as Wriggis and has been run for generations by the same Italian family. Risis Ices is celebrating the company's 110th anniversary this year (2008) and it has been there since before the Tyne bridge was built. An Italian family started the business and still keep it running today. The ice cream on offer is all homemade and there are too many different flavours to choose from. There are traditional Italian ones like zuppa inglese to seasonal flavours such as Christmas pudding. Hot and cold drinks can be bought and there are plenty of cones and wafers. I usually go mad and get a glass filled colourful combo with the craziest colours and flavours topped with sprinklys and sauce. Don't even think about ordering vanilla because that would just make you look boring and dull. On a nice day you can take out and stroll along the picturesque quayside, or just sit on the window stools and chill. Simply the best ice cream ever!

Located in the hub of stores at the top of Stanhope street in Fenham, this is one of the best…read morestores stocking fresh South Asian sweets that I've come across outside of India. You can find all the common favourites including Gulab Jamun, Barffi, Jalebi, etc. alongside great Baklava that are all at a very high standard. The prices are consistently reasonable and the choices always delicious. As well as sweets, they are a very popular lunchtime destination for savoury Asian snacks and dishes. Makes me hungry just thinking about them!

Probably the best vegetable samosas, bahjis & veg pakora in Newcastle. Also very tasty & reasonably…read morepriced vegetarian curry dishes. Definitely worth a visit