The Best Brunch Spots In Newcastle England

As well as providing a bustling nightlife and a large array of shops and tourist attractions, Newcastle is also home to some of the most enticing breakfast dishes in England. Below is a list of the ten best brunch spots in Newcastle which offer a distinctive and succulent variety of meals promising to leave visitors full and satisfied.

Jam Jar

Specialising in comfort food, Jam Jar is situated in the heart of the bustling city of Newcastle, and boasts attractive yet unusual decor with its exposed bricks and mismatched furniture. Offering a delicious assortment of food, such as salmon with avocado and eggs, fresh omelettes, and leek and pork sausages, Jam Jar is sure to satisfy visitors. They also do delicious milkshake comprised of peanut butter, M&Ms, chocolate-chip ice cream and chocolate sauce – the perfect after-brunch treat for those with a sweet tooth. Jam Jar is the ultimate place to visit for a morning of generously sized, exceptionally high quality food.

Quay Ingredient

A small and welcoming coffee house, Quay Ingredient is a cosy venue in an excellent location, situated under the Tyne Bridge. Describing itself as serving ‘homemade loveliness fresh from the true heart of Newcastle’, Quay Ingredient is sure to provide visitors with excellent comfort food. Providing freshly baked mixed Danish pastries and cinnamon pancakes, this beautifully decorated place with its quaint bar stools, plush leather sofa and framed pictures provides the perfect homely atmosphere.

Olive And Bean

Situated in the heart of Newcastle yet hidden away behind Eldon Square, this somewhat secretive all-in-one deli, cafe and coffee shop serves home-baked, handmade dishes. With a delicious selection of famously fresh food such as smoked salmon with scrambled eggs, Belgian waffles and farmhouse bacon and mushrooms, Olive And Bean is sure to provide dishes suitable for everyone.

Longhorns

Catering for a large variety of food events, Longhorns is an incredibly popular eating establishment known for its meat specialities which have been reared from their own farm. Providing astonishing portion sizes, Longhorns is the perfect place to visit for a hearty breakfast. Serving full breakfasts, with added burgers and a waffle on a wooden platter, Longhorns is a distinctive brunch spot.

Ernest

A cafe known for its delicious assortment of freshly made food mostly sourced from local and seasonal ingredients, Ernest is home to some of Newcastle’s best breakfasts. Specialising in free-range egg dishes such as poached eggs with tomatoes, peppers and flatbread, and a muffin comprised of scrambled eggs and smoked salmon, Ernest produces deliciously healthy food made from scratch. Providing visitors with the opportunity to order a breakfast dish to takeaway, Ernest is the ideal place for people on-the-go who wish to experience the delights of handmade food.

Fat Hippo Underground

A darkly lit basement bar offering distinctive decor, such as a neon sign and exposed brick walls, Fat Hippo Underground creates an edgy yet relaxed atmosphere. Known for their impressive portion sizes and delicious selection of burgers, this eating establishment is the perfect place to indulge in a hearty brunch. Although Fat Hippo Underground specialises in burgers, they also provide a variety of other tempting dishes, such as chilli cheese nachos and double-fried bacon potato skins.

Blake’s Coffee House

A small coffee shop situated in the heart of Newcastle, Blake’s Coffee House offers a delicious selection of home made breakfast dishes such as freshly baked pastries, toasted artisan bread with jam, and a variety of fully cooked English breakfasts. Having been described as an institution for coffee and food lovers, Ernest provides a welcoming environment for visitors from all backgrounds, such as students, celebrities, and hipsters, which creates a varied and bustling atmosphere in this cosy cafe.

ARLO Bistro & Cafe

Offering Swiss-style furnishings and a private corner for visitors wishing to sit and relax with a hot drink and a newspaper, this small coffee shop offers a large variety of succulent brunch dishes. The menu boasts choices such as freshly baked scones, croissants and pain au chocolats, as well as finely cooked English breakfasts with a vegetarian alternative. With its informal yet stylish decor, including memorabilia and photographs, ARLO Bistro & Cafe is an authentic eating establishment perfect for individuals or family gatherings.

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