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American
Pizza
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Take-out
British
Gluten-free
Breakfast

Social enterprise cafe and community venue. Offers many vegan dishes including a vegan breakfast, atmaadd on sourdough, grilled cheese sandwich, nachos, kebab, burger and soup. Also has vegan chocolate cake and shakes. Provides training and employment opportunities to people with autism and learning difficulties. Fully vegetarian from October 2020. Open Wed-Thu 10:00-16:00, Fri 10:00-18:00, Sat-Sun 10:00-16:00.


39 Reviews

First Review by deadpledge

sophie108

Points +16

Vegan
15 Nov 2025

Always have a good experience

We have come here a few times now over the years and have always had a good experience. It’s really nice to be able to get vegan options in our home town. The staff are always really friendly.

Pros: Plenty of vegan options, The specials are different every time , Friendly staff

LottieG95

Points +27

Vegetarian
07 Sep 2025

Delicious vegetarian and vegan food

We visited after the GNR and were pleased with the food and service. Especially exciting to have a large selection of vegan baked goods.

Twinkletoes666

Points +39

Vegan
31 Jan 2025

Amazing

Amazing cafe in south shields ran by people with autism and other needs food is amazing and they try there best to accommodate for allergies

tofu_panda

Points +875

Vegan
27 Jan 2025

Enjoyable variety veganuary specials

We enjoyed out visit trying all the veganuary specials.
I hope they bring some of them back such as the tofu dish and bang bang cauliflower.

Updated from previous review on 2025-01-27

Pros: Supports local community

MouthyMackem

Points +830

Vegan
16 Dec 2024

Splendid

The vegan smashed patty with vegan cheese was really nice one of the nicest vegan cheeses I’ve tried, and the garlic mayo is one of the best I’ve had. The chunky chips are really good too. We also got the moving mountains hotdog to share.

Updated from previous review on 2022-05-06

Pros: Plenty of options , Nice atmosphere , Good service

DavidJudge

Points +17

Vegetarian
19 Aug 2024

Perfect anniversary take away

Can't rate this place highly enough. Service spot on. The food was top class couldn't rate the taste and attention to presentation any better. It's on my regular list now.

ShaunCase

Points +25

Vegan
30 Jun 2024

Absolute brilliant cafe

On holiday in the North East and discovered this gem of vegan heaven. So many options that I was spoilt for choice. Staff were attentive and friendly. Food was out of this world. Wanted to eat here every day but sadly we were heading north of the Tyne. Cannot praise this cafe enough. Even had vegan kit kats

Pros: Great choice for vegans and veggies, Staff really good and attentive , Food well cooked

foodi3lover

Points +19

Vegetarian
23 May 2024

Lovely cafe

A fab place to visit always love coming here for a catch up with my friends, fab food and drink options

jess_scarlett

Points +62

Vegan
09 Apr 2024

Amazing staff and food

Tofu & chips was a lovely treat and the staff were all so friendly and helpful 🥰

Danjhc

Points +30

Vegan
12 Mar 2024

Local cafe with brilliant vegan options and a great cause

Great vegan food, milkshakes and coffees and a lovely atmosphere supporting a great cause

Pros: Lots of vegan options , Brilliant cause, Great food and drinks

KaterinaLouisa

Points +5080

Vegan
25 Oct 2023

Great food

Visited during restaurant week and loved the food - fresh, tasty, good quality. The staff are lovely too.

JasiTingTing

Points +1292

Vegan
28 Sep 2023

Fab food by the seaside


We love going for a wonder by the sea.

South Shields is lovely, there’s something for everyone. Sea, sand, park, amusement park, ice creams.

Pop over to Sea Change Cafe when you need to refuel.
🐶dog friendly
💖friendly staffs
🌱delicious cruelty free food

Their lasagne is amazing 👍

https://www.facebook.com/seachangesouthshields/

Pros: Dog friendly , Good range of food

Jaydigriz

Points +206

Vegan
28 Jul 2023

Fantastic place

Great place, cosy environment, service all great and always welcoming.

Range of excellent food options meaning your biggest issue likely to be choosing between them :). This time round had vegetarian and vegan versions of the cheese savoury, lovely . A range of drinks also including nice craft beers selection

Pros: service and surroundings , Food range , drink, Good value

kev_bite

Points +233

Vegetarian
11 Jun 2023

Amazing breakfast

Amazing breakfast and great staff.

AbiM

Points +5298

Vegan
30 May 2023

Nice place

Nice relaxing place and great to feel part of the social enterprise. Slight mistake with our order but we didn’t mind. Portions v big so, although we were hungry, couldn’t eat it all!

deadpledge

Points +15030

Vegan
30 May 2023

The Times They Are a-Changin'

Fantastic new venture in my hometown South Shields. I'm a frequent visitor and sampled many dishes since it first opened in 2019, with my personal favourites being the cheezers, hotdog, sunday roast, breakfast, afternoon tea, chicken gyros and quiche. The selection of cakes is also superb and I would definitely recommend the lemon poppy seed or chocolate caramel cake, which are so moist and moorish.

Staff are super friendly and there are plenty of games and crafts to keep the children entertained. Location is perfect also and just a short walk from the metro, park and beach, making this a great place to visit to eat in or takeout.

Updated from previous review on 2019-04-22

Pros: Great food , Location and Staff, Inexpensive

Coeliacsquirrel

Points +612

Vegan
12 May 2023

Will visit again

Popped in here for lunch & had soup of the day. Huge portion but so delicious I ate it all. Staff were very friendly & welcoming. Will definitely come here again - want to try their breakfast menu next time.

Pros: Friendly staff , Good value for money

DanCooke

Points +34

Vegan
01 Feb 2023

Great Little Cafe

Tasty Food, friendly staff. Had an awesome saveloy stotty would recommend.

Pros: Lots of vegan options

LinhThuy

Points +38

Vegan
13 Jan 2023

A nice place for vegan and vegetarian

I like the Moving Mountain hot dog with crispy onion #Veganuary

Pros: In the town center, a cosy place, Clean toilet, so friendly staffs, Vegan Ice - cream available, freshly made food

Cons: Not 100% vegan, still serve dairy milk

DougTravels

Points +79

Vegan
08 Nov 2022

Vegan late lunch.

I had a lovely afternoon snack where I had a spicy Vegan hotdog with fries and tea.

This was my first visit here. The staff were very friendly with lots of great advice. I will definitely return 😀

Pros: Very clean, Friendly staff, Lovely food.

Cons: Limited opening hours.

JaneWellock

Points +202

Vegan
24 Oct 2022

Exceptional cafe and ethos.

This cafe is a little gem. Excellent vegan options all freshly cooked. The staff are friendly and I love inclusive ethos.

Updated from previous review on 2022-10-24

Pros: Lovely cafe , Plenty of vegan options , Freshly cooked meals

Spiderman

Points +33

Vegetarian
12 Oct 2022

Great food and comfortable setting

I had a hot dog and chips and was amazed at how big it was and the tasty toppings. Very comfortable surroundings.

mariamc27

Points +2283

Vegan
08 Sep 2022

Ok

Food was ok (I think we may have hit a bad Saturday), not bad by any means but definitely not as good as we hoped from the reviews

itsmeagain

24 Mar 2024

mariamc27

25 Mar 2024

BenGr

Points +45

Vegan
16 Jul 2022

It's all there!

Really one of the best places in South Shields in the morning/daytime. Great selection of cakes, hot drinks (&milks), milkshakes, alcohol, as well as breakfast, lunch and other treats. Really relaxed atmosphere inside always playing good music. Portions always large given how affordable it is here. Just class!!

You can also order for collection and takeaway!

Pros: Lots of vegan options updating regularly, Great staff, Really affordable for a marked vege/vegan place

lucifermorningstar

Points +18

Vegan
15 Apr 2022

Great place

Great atmas fear and good and freindly staff used to volunteer here would highly recommend If anyone wants a chilled out place to go for a delicious meal and drinks


Even have alcohol now 🤣

John.ellis vegan

Points +222

Vegan
05 Dec 2021

Great Christmas Lunch

I very much enjoyed a wonderful nut roast Christmas dinner with loads of veg and all the trimmings. Followed by sticky toffee pudding with vegan custard. Great cooking so highly recommended.

Pros: Lots of vegan options , Friendly and helpful staff , Great food in generous potions

Sazmosa

Points +347

Vegan
14 Sep 2021

Fantastic, tasty, friendly place

Ahh sea change is so good! They have so many options and the portions are large. I'm not sure I've had the desserts yet as am always so stuffed!

They do vegan hot chocolate and this is always a beautiful thing to find.

Great options and a changing menu.

Free parking behind.

Just a really lovely place.

Pros: So many vegan options! Even mayo and cheese, Good choice of drinks, Large portions

Cons: I'd prefer it to be open in the afternoons 2-6




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