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16 new openings to know about in the North East
Your local explore list just got longer…
Introducing the newest North East hotspots to get on your radar.
The Wine Bar at Sheepfolds Stables
Easington Street, Monkwearmouth, Sunderland, SR5 1BA
Located in one of the North East’s most popular food, drink and entertainment destinations, this new addition brings a new form of style and class to Sheepfolds Stables. Simply named ‘The Wine Bar’, this spot is the place to be if you’re looking for a luxury tipple. Serving a wide range of hand-picked, high-quality wines, premium champagnes, cocktails, mocktails and signature drinks, you will be spoilt for choice at this new opening.
Café Filto at Fenwick
Floor 1, Fenwick, Northumberland Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 7AS
After huge success with their first venture on Sandyford Road, Café Filto has opened a brand-new spot inside Fenwick Newcastle. Whether you’re hunting for a lunchtime pick-me-up during a shopping spree or a fresh city-centre brunch destination, Filto should be top of your list. Expect bold flavours and some of the best matcha in the city.
Ronnies
5 Emmerson Terrace, Washington, United Kingdom
This new spot is all about bold, made-to-order artisan sandwiches and speciality coffee – perfect for a casual lunch or grab-and-go. From standout focaccia creations to classic favourites, Ronnies isn’t afraid to play with exciting flavours. If a proper, delicious sandwich and top-tier coffee are on your agenda, this new opening should definitely be on your radar.
Ten10
170 Heaton Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE6 5HP
Located in Heaton, this new spot is ideal for casual catch-ups, celebrations, and everything in between. Serving up a menu that celebrates a modern bistro with fresh, seasonal ingredients, Ten10 is the perfect spot for you to indulge in a leisurely lunch or a stylish evening out.
Steam and Salt
Grand Parade, East Side, Tynemouth, North Shields NE30 4BZ
Say hello to the North East’s newest spot to relax and unwind, with self-care being at the centre of the experience. Think a Nordic-inspired wood-fired sauna, and the optional contrast therapy through exposure to cold water in the North Sea. Whether you’re looking to relieve stress, improve your circulation, or access post-exercise recovery, this place is sure to make you feel brand new.
Acaiety/Hideaway store
38 Acorn Rd, Jesmond, Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 2DJ
Combining fashion and açai bowls, this hybrid spot is bringing retail, health and lifestyle all under one roof in the popular suburb of Jesmond. With a focus on providing topped soft serve acai, porridge pots, smoothies, coffee and a range of handpicked, curated pieces, Acaiety/Hideaway store is bringing a new dynamic to locals.
Bao Baby
Hawthorn Road, Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 4DE
If authentic handmade Shengjian Bao buns sound like your thing, this new place in Gosforth will definitely be one to visit. Serving up big flavour baos alongside speciality coffee and matcha, Bao Baby is one not to miss. Expect bold fillings, pillowy buns and a cosy neighbourhood vibe.
Wellness Lane
82b Park View, Whitley Bay NE26 2TH
Combining both reformer and mat pilates, Wellness Lane has designed its offerings to support everyday health in a simple and accessible way. Their focus is on community and creating a studio where people feel supported, motivated and proud to be part of the journey. So if you’re looking for a beautiful, inclusive space to kick-start your pilates journey, this could be the one for you.
Books and Bakes
The Galleries, Washington NE38 7SD
With a focus on great books, yummy bakes and exceptional coffee, Books and Bakes houses all of this goodness under one roof in Washington. They have a wide selection of fiction books from some authors you’ve definitely heard of, and some you have yet to discover, this place is the perfect spot to enjoy a hot drink and a chapter of a new read.
The Reform Lab
Gateshead – location coming soon
Specialising in group reformer Pilates sessions, The Reform Lab is opening its second studio in Gateshead after the huge success of its first venture in Teesside. They’ll be bringing their reformer-based workouts designed to build strength, improve posture and enhance flexibility to the new location. So if you’re a beginner or seasoned Pilates goer, this new studio will have something for everyone.
Afuera
Tynemouth Road, Tynemouth, North Shields, NE30 1DE
Offering a range of Spanish-inspired coffees, Afuera has taken residency by the coast in North Shields in a distinctive pink coffee pod outside Northumberland Park. Inspired by a cycling trip through Mallorca, owner Jake Rusby has brought a taste of Spain to his hometown, creating a space that perfectly blends community culture with the great outdoors.
Andres
Heaton Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Heaton’s food scene is set to get even more elevated, with the opening of a new sandwich shop, Andre’s, on the horizon. After establishing their name through local pop-ups already, you can expect more of their loaded sarnies and much more at their Heaton Road location. This new opening promises to be a must-visit for food lovers keen to see what all the buzz is about.
Cafe Mountain
24 High Bridge, Newcastle, NE1 1NE
Launching its first flagship store on High Bridge, Cafe Mountain is bringing its beloved North East lifestyle brand off the web and into the heart of the city. Founded in 2021 by Lewis Wilson, Cafe Mountain offers well-balanced leisure goods designed to bridge the gap between nature and city life. So if you’re looking for top quality clothing with its heart very close to the North East, be sure to get down for a browse.
Reform Studio UK
9, 11 Side, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 3JE
Opening earlier this month, Reform Studio has created a space for movement, connection and energy, right in the heart of the city on the Quayside. Taking over a prime location, it will offer everything from reformer and mat pilates to a wellness cafe and its very own ReformWear boutique. There’s something for everyone here. So whether you’re popping in for a workout, a coffee or a browse, it’s perfect for all of the above.
Shapes Castle Stairs
Castle Stairs, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 3SP
Recently opened on Newcastle’s historic Castle Stairs, Shapes is the latest coffee spot bringing fresh energy to one of the city’s most characterful corners. Expect expertly brewed coffee, a relaxed neighbourhood feel in a tucked-away space just off the Quayside. If you’re a coffee lover on the lookout for a new spot to try, Shapes could be the spot you’ve been looking for.
Seaview
Lower Promenade, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, TS12 1HQ
After a major refurbishment, Seaview Restaurant in Teesside is back and better than ever. Overlooking the Saltburn coastline, it serves some of the region’s best seafood, now paired with an exciting new menu and a refreshed interior to match. Downstairs, the takeaway is a must for fish and chips on the pier, while the upstairs restaurant offers more substantial dishes and evening cocktails. It’s famous crab brioche even earned celebrity approval from Nadiya Hussain and Fred Sirieix on the BBC’s Remarkable Places to Eat, so make sure to get down and try it out for yourself.
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