Vegan
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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.


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43 Reviews

First Review by hack_man

RumDude

Points +189

Vegan
29 Aug 2022

Great vegan food & teas

We always enjoy our visits to Tea Sutra.
The food is always amazing & the teas are out of this world

Pros: Great vegan food & cakes, Amazing teas, Friendly staff

Poundie

Points +13129

Vegan
09 Jul 2022

Peaceful oasis

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.

Updated 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

Tofuli

Points +387

Vegan
03 Jan 2022

Healthy, yummy food and tea

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.

Pros: 100% vegan, Huge range of tea, Comfortable, calming environment

Yergi

Points +145

Vegan
08 Dec 2021

Healthy and Tasty

Amazing selection of tea and tasty healthy food.

Pros: Vegan venue , Amazing selection of tea, Fair pricing

mariamc27

Points +1110

Vegan
11 Oct 2020

So cute

This cafe is so relaxing and the teas are amazing, good vegan options too

DonnaC

Points +1578

Vegan
06 Oct 2019

Wonderful Vegan Tea House

I love this cafe. There is a great selection of tea and the food is very good. It’s relaxed and comfortable inside.

Absenc

Points +36

Vegan
29 Sep 2019

Lovely

Lovely tea selection and beautiful interior. The soup of the day was amazing

Pros: All vegan, Cozy, Great tea selection

Summer_Tan

Points +1736

Vegan
01 Sep 2019

Fantastic Tea & Vegan Cakes, Hearty Hot Food

*TL;DR at the last paragraph
WHAT 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

craigmc

Points +32448

Vegan
28 Aug 2019

fab

the menu for food at tea sutra isn't huge , however the tea menu is.
a 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.

tofu_panda

Points +442

Vegan
18 Jul 2019

Tranquil tea experience

Oriental tea house unique to Newcastle. Amazing selection of teas from around the world with option for vegan lunch and deserts.

Pros: Vegan options , Lots of tea

Cons: Stairs

Yamuna.Kemmerling

Points +72

Vegan
08 Jul 2019

Teas over teas

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!
Beautiful place to relax in the city.

Pros: Great tea options, Beautiful place , Delicious food

sookisoo

Points +160

Vegan
20 Jun 2019

Sublime city centre haven

This is a little oasis in the centre of Newcastle. So comfortable, friendly and calming, and the food and selection of teas are amazing.

Pros: Good friendly service, excellent variety., Super healthy, Imaginative menu

Cons: None!

Elvie

Points +315

Vegan
30 Apr 2019

Best chai

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.

Pros: Best chai, Lovely relaxing atmosphere

Mandarina1

Points +104

Vegan
30 Mar 2019

Wonderful

This adorable and cosy place offers everything one could wish for. Everything is incredibly delicious, healthy and affordable.

Pros: Variety of offers, Healthy , Delicious + vegan

jon active

Points +2545

Vegan
04 Mar 2019

Tea heaven

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!

Pros: Great range of teas, All vegan, Friendly relaxed atmosphere

Cons: Not cheap, Inaccessible stairs to get in

glittersugar

Points +160

Vegan
02 Mar 2019

Peaceful with great options

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.

Pros: 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

FabioR

Points +28

Vegetarian
29 Jan 2019

Relaxing atmosphere

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.

Pros: great atmosphere, great service

romily1

Points +467

Vegan
19 Jan 2019

Delicious vegan lunch!

We tried everything in sight & it was all amazing! We had a salad/Buddha bowl with a small side of soup, both super tasty
We also tried a vegan cake which was fantastic!

SazO

Points +37

Vegetarian
22 Oct 2018

Oasis of vegan food and tea

Lovely place with the best tea menu anywhere

Pros: Limited but delicious home made food, Lively environment

Cons: Only marked as 4 stars as menu not huge

MiniGilbert

Points +45

Vegetarian
01 Oct 2018

My favourite place

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

Pros: 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

AbiM

Points +3729

Vegan
26 Sep 2018

Excellent service, quirky place, close to the centre

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😄

Pros: Lots of choice of tea, Lots of choice of vegan cakes, REALLY nice staff and a pleasure to be here

Cons: Stairs

newcastlehypnotherapy

Points +110

Vegan
16 Sep 2018

Such a gem

Such a great place to chill out, enjoy some vegan food and explore lots of amazing tea

Pros: Such a choice of tea, Chilled and relaxed

crashingwaves

Points +142

Vegan
29 Aug 2018

Great atmosphere for a cuppa

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.

p.skillz

Points +328

Vegan
15 Aug 2018

Fabulous

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.

Pros: Great food & cakes, Amazing range of teas, Nice interior

Stephen098

Points +79

Vegan
05 Aug 2018

Great place

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

Pros: Great nutritious and filling food , Friendly and knowledgeable staff, Free top ups of your tea

Cons: None

alf

Points +36

Vegan
18 Jul 2018

City centre retreat

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

Pros: Vegan kitchen, great value

Cons: None

WanderingWomble

Points +89

Vegetarian
13 Nov 2017

Amazing Chai Tea & Chilled Out Place!

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!!

Pros: lovely choice of wraps and an abundance of differe

Cons: Not open in the mornings!




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