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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
Always have a good experience - Edit
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.
Read morePros: Plenty of vegan options, The specials are different every time , Friendly staff
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LottieG95
Points +27
Delicious vegetarian and vegan food - Edit
We visited after the GNR and were pleased with the food and service. Especially exciting to have a large selection of vegan baked goods.
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Twinkletoes666
Points +39
Amazing - Edit
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
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tofu_panda
Points +875
Enjoyable variety veganuary specials - Edit
We enjoyed out visit trying all the veganuary specials.
Read moreI 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
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MouthyMackem
Points +830
Splendid - Edit
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.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-05-06
Pros: Plenty of options , Nice atmosphere , Good service
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DavidJudge
Points +17
Perfect anniversary take away - Edit
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.
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ShaunCase
Points +25
Absolute brilliant cafe - Edit
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
Read morePros: Great choice for vegans and veggies, Staff really good and attentive , Food well cooked
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foodi3lover
Points +19
Lovely cafe - Edit
A fab place to visit always love coming here for a catch up with my friends, fab food and drink options
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jess_scarlett
Points +62
Amazing staff and food - Edit
Tofu & chips was a lovely treat and the staff were all so friendly and helpful 🥰
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Danjhc
Points +30
Local cafe with brilliant vegan options and a great cause - Edit
Great vegan food, milkshakes and coffees and a lovely atmosphere supporting a great cause
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options , Brilliant cause, Great food and drinks
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KaterinaLouisa
Points +5080
Great food - Edit
Visited during restaurant week and loved the food - fresh, tasty, good quality. The staff are lovely too.
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JasiTingTing
Points +1292
Fab food by the seaside - Edit
Read moreWe 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
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Jaydigriz
Points +206
Fantastic place - Edit
Great place, cosy environment, service all great and always welcoming.
Read moreRange 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
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kev_bite
Points +233
Amazing breakfast - Edit
Amazing breakfast and great staff.
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AbiM
Points +5298
Nice place - Edit
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!
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deadpledge
Points +15030
The Times They Are a-Changin' - Edit
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.
Read moreStaff 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
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Coeliacsquirrel
Points +612
Will visit again - Edit
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.
Read morePros: Friendly staff , Good value for money
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DanCooke
Points +34
Great Little Cafe - Edit
Tasty Food, friendly staff. Had an awesome saveloy stotty would recommend.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options
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LinhThuy
Points +38
A nice place for vegan and vegetarian - Edit
I like the Moving Mountain hot dog with crispy onion #Veganuary
Read morePros: 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
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DougTravels
Points +79
Vegan late lunch. - Edit
I had a lovely afternoon snack where I had a spicy Vegan hotdog with fries and tea.
Read moreThis 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.
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JaneWellock
Points +202
Exceptional cafe and ethos. - Edit
This cafe is a little gem. Excellent vegan options all freshly cooked. The staff are friendly and I love inclusive ethos.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-10-24
Pros: Lovely cafe , Plenty of vegan options , Freshly cooked meals
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Spiderman
Points +33
Great food and comfortable setting - Edit
I had a hot dog and chips and was amazed at how big it was and the tasty toppings. Very comfortable surroundings.
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mariamc27
Points +2283
Ok - Edit
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
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What was not so great..?...
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It was very average food.
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BenGr
Points +45
It's all there! - Edit
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!!
Read moreYou can also order for collection and takeaway!
Pros: Lots of vegan options updating regularly, Great staff, Really affordable for a marked vege/vegan place
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lucifermorningstar
Points +18
Great place - Edit
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
Read moreEven have alcohol now 🤣
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John.ellis vegan
Points +222
Great Christmas Lunch - Edit
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.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options , Friendly and helpful staff , Great food in generous potions
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Sazmosa
Points +347
Fantastic, tasty, friendly place - Edit
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!
Read moreThey 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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