Finding Newcastle & Tyneside’s BEST cafes

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  • I’m on a mission to try Tyneside’s best independent venues to eat and drink, whether it’s a cafe, pub, or restaurant.
    In this video I check out The Cafe Under the Spire in Bensham, Gateshead.

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  • @JustSteve247
    @JustSteve247 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Appreciate the info Eddie. I will most definitely pay a visit on Saturday with my daughter. Many thanks as always

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great stuff Steve. Mention my name 👍🏻

  • @robertarthur2482
    @robertarthur2482 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Good one Eddy looking forward to going on Friday night, thanks for putting it up. Phoned tonight and mentioned your great revue. The one you did the other night about South Shields and Gateshead the other day was very good.

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Brilliant! Hope you enjoy it Robert 👍🏻

    • @robertarthur2482
      @robertarthur2482 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, Love the North East and all of the people here.🧑‍🤝‍🧑🫂

  • @janinebrown9067
    @janinebrown9067 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video….it’s so lovely inside and out. Can’t wait to try the street food. Sounds so authentic!!
    Looking forward to your next find 😊

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You’ll love it Jan 😊

  • @jdavera1016
    @jdavera1016 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My fiancee and I used to walk by there all the time on our way down to the quayside. When I get back to the UK later this year, we will definitely be checking it out.

  • @vanillabeanryan
    @vanillabeanryan 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Another great video Eddy. Would be great to see you do some content on the coastline - Whitley Bay/Tynemouth area 👍

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Definitely Ryan! Need to start exploring over there 👍🏻

  • @renny.nicola
    @renny.nicola 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This place looks amazing! Wasn't aware of it before so thank you for sharing!!

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      My pleasure Nicola. You should try it 😀

  • @teamboy19
    @teamboy19 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Who knew ?
    I was also christened there . being brought up in redheugh .
    Will definitely give it a try .
    Try sorella ,sorella in Sunnyside it's great

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Small world Rob. Will do 👍🏻

  • @maxbroadbent934
    @maxbroadbent934 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video, will have to check the place out. One place I like is the magic hat cafe. They use food leftover from supermarkets and stuff and then make the menu based on that.

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s one of my favourite cafes Max. I’m there often and I’ll be doing a bud on it shortly 👍🏻

  • @superunknown8775
    @superunknown8775 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Haha, I was christened in there as well!
    I've not been in since, my wife has however, she says it's a lovely cafe. Will have to check it out.

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Brilliant! 😃
      Give it a go 👍🏻

  • @ianfineran7813
    @ianfineran7813 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Really looking forward to this series Eddie! I would recommend The Fish Quay Hub in North Shields. It’s run by a charity called North East Homeless who do amazing work within the community for those struggling. They’re dog friendly too

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Cheers Ian. I’ll check that out cheers 👍🏻

  • @geordieal
    @geordieal 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Next time I’m back hyem I’m definitely checking cafe under the spire out, looks delicious!

  • @notdoddsy
    @notdoddsy ปีที่แล้ว

    Might check this out with my daughter man thank you! If anyone else knows anywhere I can take my daughter then feel free to let me know please. Many thanks and I appreciate the videos man ✌️

  • @davidmalarkey1302
    @davidmalarkey1302 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Also, try Stairwayz cafe Low Fell.

  • @stevethompson3153
    @stevethompson3153 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had no idea it was there, will definitely pop in! Thanks eddy 👍👍

  • @jeffyoung321
    @jeffyoung321 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video as usual. Take a look at River Beat, it's the old police station on the Gateshead side next to the swing bridge. Bit of history and the food is excellent.

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’ve often wanted to check this place out. Thanks Jeff 👍🏻

  • @t100mmy
    @t100mmy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic video Eddie you are looking well. Great to see you helping out local businesses sir keep it up.

  • @steviepee8624
    @steviepee8624 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a place….definitely visiting it, nice one Eddy promoting local businesses 👍🏻

  • @owenbell307
    @owenbell307 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've got to go there now being from Dunston, looks immense. How long has the cafe been there? I always knew about the mirror sales but never the cafe.
    Would love you to go to Sajis on Sunderland Road. Great independent indians and not too far from you!

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It’s great Owen. The cafe opened 2 months before first lockdown and the closed, opened etc.
      Yeah I’ve been to Sajis a few months ago. Great food!

  • @nilsclash
    @nilsclash ปีที่แล้ว

    Snap Eddie , I was christened their in 1964 👍

  • @michaelboys2602
    @michaelboys2602 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This place looks amazing!! Thanks for the video, Ed. Brilliant, as always! Top man 👍👍

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No worries Michael, glad you like it 👍🏻

  • @rayburrough8677
    @rayburrough8677 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi Eddie, so glad you enjoyed the spire , covered it very well mate, we go often, service, food and atmosphere is all first class, can’t wait to see the first band on Friday, it’s a great community hub we should all support, thanks again Eddie keep up the good work 👍

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Ray. Glad you enjoyed it 👍🏻

    • @rayburrough8677
      @rayburrough8677 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TynesideLife give Hinnies a try on the coast near Whitley Bay, excellent food 👍

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@rayburrough8677 I’ll take a look, cheers 👍🏻

  • @cheekybadger84
    @cheekybadger84 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Passed this place loads of times visiting my bro nearby and never knew about it. It's on our radar now!

  • @pww6581
    @pww6581 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cheers Eddie, always looking for somewhere different to eat and your reviews never disappoint.

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad it inspired you bud 👍🏻

  • @antd6993
    @antd6993 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow, I am there next visit, cheers Eddy 👊👊

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Mention my name. Cheers Ant 👊🏻

  • @dcalver1967
    @dcalver1967 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great review! I live in Chicago but always love to come home to Newcastle with my wife to see what's new and different. We'll be heading to The Cafe Under The Spire next visit. How about doing a review for the Rendezvous Cafe at Whitley Bay?

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Cheers Darren, glad you enjoyed it. Make sure you mention my name if you go in 👍🏻
      I’ll definitely add Rendezvous Cafe to my list 👍🏻

    • @dcalver1967
      @dcalver1967 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TynesideLife another couple of favorites are,
      Moorhouse Farm Shop and Coffee Shop (just outside of Morpeth)
      The Blacksmith's Coffee Shop (Seaton Burn)
      Jesmond Dene coffee shop.

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@dcalver1967 the Morpeth one is too far out as I just focus on Tyneside but I’ll add the other one to my list. Thank you 🙏🏻

  • @alancuskin555
    @alancuskin555 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the videos pop in to station East at Gateshead for a drink love staff and great atmosphere keep up the good work

  • @jakemoo7553
    @jakemoo7553 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is how Walt Disney started (not the Geordie commentator the Cafe Under the Spire)..... that 'street food' is tasty in any language, simple ingredients and tasty. Beautiful mirrors..... was one of them flashing or was I......

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cheers Jake. No they were changing colours 👍🏻

  • @brib6194
    @brib6194 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks great, will have to give the cafe a go during our many cycle rides. Do you know if cyclists are welcome?

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah definitely 👍🏻

    • @brib6194
      @brib6194 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TynesideLife We went today, luckily we arrived just after their opening time of 11 am. Very friendly staff and good scones etc. Had a good look around and lots of work going on. Should be great in the summer if we ever get one. I did mention your channel btw :)

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@brib6194 that’s great! Glad you enjoyed it Bri and thanks for mentioning my channel 👍🏻

  • @iancharlton3408
    @iancharlton3408 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this and love our local area. If you’re ever wandering up the Tyne as far as Swalell… check out Peddling Squares. Great food (especially the Scottish breakfast) and really dog friendly 👍

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Will do cheers Ian 👍🏻

  • @jeffdbaker71
    @jeffdbaker71 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Like # 100, great video.

  • @theindividualizt
    @theindividualizt 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow; love this place. I'll be making a beeline there as soon as I return from my hols in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt.

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      How the other half live 😅

  • @cannyscott
    @cannyscott 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I never knew about this place Eddy mate!

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It’s great Scott! Mention my name if you go 👍🏻

    • @cannyscott
      @cannyscott 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TynesideLife will do mate!

  • @jasmineblack9778
    @jasmineblack9778 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You have some great ideas for your Videos Eddy,you must come up with these ideas on your long walks

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah. I’m always ratching around looking for interesting stuff and inspiration 👍🏻

  • @Flukey_1970
    @Flukey_1970 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You must do the Spanish city cafe and restaurant mate there’re iconic

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Definitely Martin. It’s on my list 👍🏻

  • @varvara69
    @varvara69 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks brilliant, I miss Newcastle.

  • @aidanliddane1242
    @aidanliddane1242 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Looks fabulous

  • @ChrisTopher-gu8gf
    @ChrisTopher-gu8gf 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks lovely

  • @phillipcarlson2758
    @phillipcarlson2758 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loving your videos Eddie. I would recommend paying a visit to the Coop Chicken House on Collingwood Street. Top notch grub

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cheers Phillip 👍🏻 I’ll have a look

  • @johnridpeath1728
    @johnridpeath1728 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good vid m8 keep them rolling

  • @davidmalarkey1302
    @davidmalarkey1302 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Eddie try Gilbert and Smith's low fell is also a dog-friendly pub. Many local beers to try.

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’ll put it on the list cheers David 👍🏻

  • @briantate692
    @briantate692 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wow bensham lad, me too eddie

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      👊🏻😃

  • @davidmalarkey1302
    @davidmalarkey1302 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good video Eddy however I found the English breakfast expensive at 9.99.

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think costs are going up everywhere but you’re also paying for the venue and the ambiance 👍🏻

  • @grahambell9831
    @grahambell9831 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Eddy, blummin Brill little video, enjoyed over my lunch break. Definitely doing a visit to the church for some tasty bate 👍you've again brought back good memories. My mam & dad both used to live in Tower Street, Bensham, when they were growing up. When sadly Tower Street and Bensham social club were demolished for development, my nana & grandad moved to Claremont walk, again just a short walk from the church. I clearly remember my mam getting on the 648 and 649 buses to Bensham and the drop off fromDunston was a stop outside the church! Thanks for the memories and a hidden gem! 👍👏

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad you enjoyed that and it brought back memories! I lived on Brighton Rd until I was two and then moved to Harlow Green estate in Low Fell.

    • @grahambell9831
      @grahambell9831 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TynesideLife My mam and dad, both went to Brighton Road school !! Albeit a long time ago....
      In the 1940s! I think the school is still there? Dad failed his 11 plus, but is absolutely brilliant at mental arithmetic......and he's 89 in July! I remember Dunston Comp lads playing Harlow Green in the 80s! ( I never made the first team.....useless I was!). Looking forward to the next cafe pit stop video 👍great stuff Eddy 👍

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@grahambell9831 brilliant! I went to Greenwell Comp, later named Lyndhurst and my claim to shame is playing football against Gazza for those 5 years 😃

    • @grahambell9831
      @grahambell9831 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TynesideLife Blimey me another brill story! ......you should publish a book! you may or may not believe this Eddy! It was a Sunday afternoon, 1983. Back lane outside spoor street. Family having Sunday lunch. Dad had just got in from work. Dad sat down.....we all heard a crack! Then thud. It was a football that had landed on the back yard plastic roof and rested in the yard. Minutes later, knock at the door. Can I have me ball back please? Said Paul and Carl Gascoigne together! Dad said no! But relented 5 minutes later, I hoyed it over the yard wall.....thanks mate! Came a reply back ! 😅 my only gazza claim to fame! Best British player of his generation. How much would a young, fit, healthy Gazza be worth in todays market? I'll go £120 million.

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@grahambell9831 brilliant story Graham! 😃 he was a flawed genius. Going through his whole life being undiagnosed bipolar.
      I’d agree with the price tag 🏷

  • @exploringww11northeastengl55
    @exploringww11northeastengl55 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Try the Riverview bakery at Blackhall mill up the derwent valley if its not to far away for you ,its crackin 👌

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cheers bud 👍🏻

    • @exploringww11northeastengl55
      @exploringww11northeastengl55 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Were you around wetherspoons one day last week ,i saw a fella that looked like you but wasnt sure 🤔

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@exploringww11northeastengl55 probably not me. Which one?

    • @exploringww11northeastengl55
      @exploringww11northeastengl55 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sorry mate Quayside bar

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@exploringww11northeastengl55 no not me bud

  • @christophergraham1772
    @christophergraham1772 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Try monsure crep in Heaton Eddle great creps and coffee the staff are great to.

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I’ll add it to the list. Cheers Christopher 👍🏻

  • @phantom_not_chopper
    @phantom_not_chopper ปีที่แล้ว

    Guessing the Bensham Grey Alien isn't still there

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  ปีที่แล้ว

      Ooh I’ve never heard of that. What is it?

    • @phantom_not_chopper
      @phantom_not_chopper ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TynesideLife a local who was a child in the 1940s claimed to have been visited by grey aliens in Bensham a local police officer smacked it over the head with a coal scuttle and put it in the church basement!

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@phantom_not_chopper I never got into the basement unfortunately 😅 never heard that story

  • @ivorything
    @ivorything 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    this is right around the corner from me! never knew what it was like, can't wait to check it out now!

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Don’t forget to mention my name 👍🏻

  • @adamlw7181
    @adamlw7181 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bloody hell that's expensive lol!

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cheap skate 😅

    • @adamlw7181
      @adamlw7181 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@TynesideLife Cheap skate? Why would you pay 6 quid for a bowl of soup when you can make one at home for next to nothing. I live in the lake district and I have worked in catering since 1989. I live in the centre of extortionate prices. That's a caff in the middle of a city. They are way too high for what it is..

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@adamlw7181 you must be a joy to live with 😅
      I love the Lakes. I lived there for 14 years until 4 years ago. I have a different outlook on life, but thank you for your comment 👍🏻

  • @cannyscott
    @cannyscott 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Try wolfmanns eatery in South shields

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’ll make a note 👍🏻

  • @Dave-ug9bh
    @Dave-ug9bh 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I drive past this place all the time (including today!l) and had no idea it was this unique... definitely gonna pop in

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Brilliant Dave 👍🏻 mention my name if you do 👍🏻

    • @Dave-ug9bh
      @Dave-ug9bh 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TynesideLife I certainly will Eddie ... Great vid 👌

  • @carolinegreenwell9086
    @carolinegreenwell9086 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I wish this place was nearer to me, I'd love to visit

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ahh that’s a shame Caroline

  • @benshield4295
    @benshield4295 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bridge hotel Durham

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Too far out Ben. Just doing the Tyneside area 👍🏻

    • @benshield4295
      @benshield4295 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hillhead Tea Room
      You'll love it

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@benshield4295 I’ll have a look cheers 👍🏻

  • @alecmacknight
    @alecmacknight 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Drove past the other day - caught my eye. Must take a look

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You should Alec 👍🏻

  • @theworldisroundbutnotreall4425
    @theworldisroundbutnotreall4425 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    how did I not know about this place? I need to go!

  • @theworldisroundbutnotreall4425
    @theworldisroundbutnotreall4425 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    hahah Im laughing at 2:50 the fake typing :D

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      And not the fake piano playing? 😃

  • @davidrogers3260
    @davidrogers3260 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great content mate thanks 👍

  • @poppy..8443
    @poppy..8443 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    First

  • @SuperRichie200
    @SuperRichie200 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Don't really think that music goes for a Christian church cafe. stupid choice of music

    • @TynesideLife
      @TynesideLife  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for the kind message. It’s not a Christian church cafe Richard. It’s a cafe in what was a Christian church that now has a Bangladeshi menu and head chef. The music is Bangladeshi 👍🏻