Vegan
Western
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A specialty oriental tea house offering fine teas and infusion. Serves vegan lunch and soup from 12-3pm, and tea and cakes all day. Comfortable seating including a raised cushion-only seating area. Offers a variety of treatments including acupuncture and ear candling. Reported closed November 2022.
43 Reviews
First Review by hack_man
RumDude
Points +189
Great vegan food & teas - Edit
We always enjoy our visits to Tea Sutra.
Read moreThe food is always amazing & the teas are out of this world
Pros: Great vegan food & cakes, Amazing teas, Friendly staff
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Poundie
Points +13129
Peaceful oasis - Edit
This is an elegant tea shop that offers healthy small plates and sweets. You can sit at a table, or recline on mats, and the surroundings are beautiful and serene. The tea choice is fantastic, as is the food. I had a “pancake” with vegetables and a green tea. The portions are not huge—this is no a place to wolf down food, but to imbibe slowly.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-07-09
Pros: Great food, great tea, Peaceful surroundings
Cons: Small portions (though this is actually a plus), Not wheelchair accessible
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Tofuli
Points +387
Healthy, yummy food and tea - Edit
The go-to spot in Newcastle for trying different teas, and also for a light bite to eat. All the food and sweet treats are 100% vegan, and the options they offer vary regularly - they are always tasty, flavourful and use fresh ingredients. They have a huge range of different teas, I particularly love the creamy hot chai they do.
Read morePros: 100% vegan, Huge range of tea, Comfortable, calming environment
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Yergi
Points +145
Healthy and Tasty - Edit
Amazing selection of tea and tasty healthy food.
Read morePros: Vegan venue , Amazing selection of tea, Fair pricing
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mariamc27
Points +1110
So cute - Edit
This cafe is so relaxing and the teas are amazing, good vegan options too
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DonnaC
Points +1578
Wonderful Vegan Tea House - Edit
I love this cafe. There is a great selection of tea and the food is very good. It’s relaxed and comfortable inside.
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Absenc
Points +36
Lovely - Edit
Lovely tea selection and beautiful interior. The soup of the day was amazing
Read morePros: All vegan, Cozy, Great tea selection
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Summer_Tan
Points +1736
Fantastic Tea & Vegan Cakes, Hearty Hot Food - Edit
*TL;DR at the last paragraph
Read moreWHAT I HAD: Lentil, carrot and spinach soup served with bread and homemade hummus [£4.80]; Matcha, green tea and strawberry cake [£3.00]; Chocolate and Blue Peaflower Cake [£3.00]
We were aimlessly wandering around the city centre to kill time before our movie, and I was feeling a bit peckish. I saw that Tea Sutra was in the area on Happy Cow and we went there as my friends loved good tea as well.
We each ordered a pot of tea, and I had the Soup of the day (Lentil, carrot and spinach) that was served with bread and hummus. The soup really hit the spot! It was hearty, thick and well-seasoned with some spices too! The homemade hummus was delicious as well. It made for a very satisfying meal that was cheap for what you get! Of course, I couldn’t resist getting trying the Vegan Cakes. I had the Chocolate & Blue Peaflower Cake and takeaway a Matcha, green tea & strawberry cake. Both cakes were divine, definitely one of the best vegan cakes I’ve had – great spongey and moist cake texture (that was similar to any non-Vegan cake, not dense or too moist like most vegan cakes). The Chocolate and Blue Peaflower cake was chocolatey with some freshness and fragrance from the peaflower in the frosting. I absolutely loved the matcha, green tea & strawberry cake – they weren’t afraid: very bold matcha green tea flavour that was complimented by the juiciness and tartness of the strawberry.
Tea Sutra has quite a hippie vibe, with Asian tea house and middle-eastern décor. There is even an area where you sit on cushions (have to take off your shoes). It provides a calm and warm atmosphere. The place is quite spacious too. The service was a bit slow (my soup took quite a while to come even though it wasn’t busy), but the staff are friendly and helpful – the waiter was very patient in answering our questions about the different teas they offer. Oh yes, they have a WIDE tea selection of various types and country origins. Evidently, they are very passionate about their tea, so they do take a while to get your tea ready. We were given hourglasses when tea was served for optimal tea steeping times. So, it is probably not a place to go if you’re in a hurry (unless you just want to grab one of their divine vegan cakes!).
YES! I definitely recommend Tea Sutra for a nice chill and calm place to take your time and relax over good tea, hearty and healthy food and delicious vegan cakes. A great place to hang out and enjoy on your own and also with friends!
Pros: Excellent Vegan Cakes!, Fresh and Delicious Hot Food, Affordable Prices
Cons: Service is a bit slow
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craigmc
Points +32448
fab - Edit
the menu for food at tea sutra isn't huge , however the tea menu is.
Read morea soup of the day, a special of the day, a couple of wraps and imported for the Lebanese bowl. £7.50 and worth every penalty.
a mixture of roasted veg, couscous, home made mayo and homemade hummus, falafel and salad. presented well and tasted better.
nice and full with no guilt. loved it.
Still rocks
Pros: 100% Vegan, healthy and tasty, staff
Cons: i don't live here.
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tofu_panda
Points +442
Tranquil tea experience - Edit
Oriental tea house unique to Newcastle. Amazing selection of teas from around the world with option for vegan lunch and deserts.
Read morePros: Vegan options , Lots of tea
Cons: Stairs
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Yamuna.Kemmerling
Points +72
Teas over teas - Edit
This place is so lovely! They really know there teas and have a lot of them. And they are great. The food is great too and not too expensive!
Read moreBeautiful place to relax in the city.
Pros: Great tea options, Beautiful place , Delicious food
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sookisoo
Points +160
Sublime city centre haven - Edit
This is a little oasis in the centre of Newcastle. So comfortable, friendly and calming, and the food and selection of teas are amazing.
Read morePros: Good friendly service, excellent variety., Super healthy, Imaginative menu
Cons: None!
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Elvie
Points +315
Best chai - Edit
Best place to really relax and have a cup of tea. The chai of the day is always great. Also do good sweets, cakes and healthy lunches. I always feel refreshed after a visit.
Read morePros: Best chai, Lovely relaxing atmosphere
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Mandarina1
Points +104
Wonderful - Edit
This adorable and cosy place offers everything one could wish for. Everything is incredibly delicious, healthy and affordable.
Read morePros: Variety of offers, Healthy , Delicious + vegan
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jon active
Points +2545
Tea heaven - Edit
Apologies for the use of the word ‘heave’ but you know what I mean! If you want a good cup of an interesting tea in a relaxing space with the option of vegan cake on the side this place is Nirvana (doh! Dunnit again). They do food at lunch time but I haven’t had time to try it. The Raspberry and Mango raw cake I had with my orange and eucalyptus Roibosh tea was absolutely lovely however. There are two flights of steep and relatively narrow stairs to reach this joint so beware!
Read morePros: Great range of teas, All vegan, Friendly relaxed atmosphere
Cons: Not cheap, Inaccessible stairs to get in
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glittersugar
Points +160
Peaceful with great options - Edit
Ample range of delicious vegan food (e.g. Buddha plate, the soups of the day, and the mango cheesecake) with an amazing range of tea to accompany your meal. While the staff are friendly, sometimes they may forget parts or your order.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options at a reasonable price, Wide range of tea, Calm and relaxing atmosphere
Cons: Staff may need to be reminded of your order
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FabioR
Points +28
Relaxing atmosphere - Edit
Only came here for a drink with my friend the other day so I cant comment on the food (however it did smell great), I can however comment on the lovely atmosphere and fantastic service. Brilliant place.
Read morePros: great atmosphere, great service
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romily1
Points +467
Delicious vegan lunch! - Edit
We tried everything in sight & it was all amazing! We had a salad/Buddha bowl with a small side of soup, both super tasty
Read moreWe also tried a vegan cake which was fantastic!
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SazO
Points +37
Oasis of vegan food and tea - Edit
Lovely place with the best tea menu anywhere
Read morePros: Limited but delicious home made food, Lively environment
Cons: Only marked as 4 stars as menu not huge
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MiniGilbert
Points +45
My favourite place - Edit
Such a huge selection of tea it's amazing, food is ways delicious. The atmosphere is cozy and relaxed, one of my favourite places to get away from university stress. Only downside is that it's upstairs so there is no wheelchair or pram access
Read morePros: Huge selection of tea, Open later than most cafes (7pm), Everything is vegan, many is gluten free.
Cons: No wheelchair access., Not open in the morning., Food (not cakes) is only served for a limited time
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AbiM
Points +3729
Excellent service, quirky place, close to the centre - Edit
Can't believe I have lived in this area for years and never been here before! Loved the atmosphere in here and even the chance to sit on the special platform (shoes off!). Impressive shelves with a really extensive tea menu - I am a tea fan anyway and obvs have it black being vegan - but there is something for everyone here including green tea, rooibos etc. We also really enjoyed some sweet treats which we had chosen before we saw the rest of their counter with a fine choice of vegan cakes! Will defo be back and will bring friends / family😄
Read morePros: Lots of choice of tea, Lots of choice of vegan cakes, REALLY nice staff and a pleasure to be here
Cons: Stairs
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newcastlehypnotherapy
Points +110
Such a gem - Edit
Such a great place to chill out, enjoy some vegan food and explore lots of amazing tea
Read morePros: Such a choice of tea, Chilled and relaxed
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crashingwaves
Points +142
Great atmosphere for a cuppa - Edit
Extensive tea menu and daily chai made with non-dairy milk. Vegan cakes are always on offer including some unique flavours you don’t find elsewhere. The lunch special is always nice, whether it be curry or falafel or soup. Highly recommend.
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p.skillz
Points +328
Fabulous - Edit
This is one of my go to places in Newcastle. Amazing selection of teas, fabulous food and the cakes are exceptional. Really nice chilled out vibe to the place and I really love the top cushioned area. A great place to meet up with friends.
Read morePros: Great food & cakes, Amazing range of teas, Nice interior
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Stephen098
Points +79
Great place - Edit
Visiting Newcastle for the weekend and this place was a great find. The atmosphere was so tranquil and friendly. The staff were very cool, calm and collected. Will definitely be back
Read morePros: Great nutritious and filling food , Friendly and knowledgeable staff, Free top ups of your tea
Cons: None
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alf
Points +36
City centre retreat - Edit
Visited for the first time yesterday with my wife, chilled vibe, great soup and cakes and fantastic tea. A must visit place when you are in The Toon
Read morePros: Vegan kitchen, great value
Cons: None
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WanderingWomble
Points +89
Amazing Chai Tea & Chilled Out Place! - Edit
I visited for the third time, this time alone and what a way to spend a few chilled hours lulling on their sofa seat cushions on a dull Monday afternoon outside. The highlight for me is their speciality carefully brewed chai tea which is the best I've ever had! Also some lovely choices of wrap & soup to go with and if you have room for cake afterwards, go for it!!
Read morePros: lovely choice of wraps and an abundance of differe
Cons: Not open in the mornings!
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