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All vegan coffee house, kitchen, and deli with outdoor seating. All food and drink is also available for take out. Reported closed September 2024.
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92a Front St Monkseaton, Whitley Bay, England, NE25 8DL
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Last update on 30 Nov 2024 by BlueberryStuart
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71 Reviews
First Review by IreneParsons
Leon-G
Points +84
Lunch with a friend - Edit
It was great to find this welcoming, all vegan café. It has a lovely atmosphere, staff were friendly and food was tasty.
Read morePros: Selection of food, Great team, Excellent coffee
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LisaStreit
Points +40
Lovely staff and great food - Edit
We came here 3 times during our stay and found every time something new and tasty. We loved it, everything was delicious.
Read moreThanks for the gift you left in our takeaway! So cute and thoughtful!
Pros: Much variety and verygood tasting food, Good prices, Very friendly owners and staff
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travelbunny
Points +113
All vegan, all fabulous. - Edit
I'd heard of Square Roots and finally got to visit. I actually didn't realise at first that it was fully vegan, so was delighted when the penny dropped.
Read moreWe opted for the Pastrami and Cheese toasted ciabatta and a feta, sundried tomato and chilli jam on granary roll. Followed closely with the Bakewell muffin and an Apple Crumble and Custard muffin. We sat out in the sunshine and enjoyed each and every mouthfull.
Pros: All vegan, All delicious, Great team
Cons: Zero cons
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jess_scarlett
Points +62
Delicious food and friendly staff 🌱 - Edit
The food is always amazing and the staff are always so friendly, looking forward to going back to try the takeaway options 🥰
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JoDandelion
Points +600
Lovely and friendly - Edit
Cute little place, now mostly takeaway but they still have some window benches and a bit of outdoor seating. They have converted some of the indoor into a vegan shop, selling plants, chocolate, mayo and other random vegan essentials! It was a bit empty of stock when we went, but apparently they had sold a lot that day
Read moreAs for food, they had a wide selection of drinks, savouries and cakes. We had the spring special 'banana latte' which was oat milk, banana, one shot of coffee and cinnamon. We also had a pastrami sandwich and veg hash on toast, which were both delicious! We saw praline croissants, biscoff muffins and sausage baps also on the menu.
The staff were very friendly and chatty - all three members came out to talk to us. They were clearly very passionate vegans too!
Pros: Completely vegan , Delicious selection , Friendly staff
Cons: Not much seating!
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VeganDalek
Points +105
Fantastic vegan cafe. - Edit
I visited here in late December but I’ve just noticed that the review I wrote did not upload (just a couple of pictures) so I’ll rectify that now.
Read moreWe went in late in the day for coffee and cake both were fantastic.
The Apple Crumble muffin is, I believe , one of the greatest achievements in human history. I ate one and immediately got another to takeaway for the following day.
Other people were finishing their food while we were there and everything looked delicious.
All the food and drinks are vegan.
The owners are both vegan and really passionate about what they do.
I’ll definitely be back when I’m in the area.
Highly recommended.
Pros: Did I mention the Apple Crumble muffins?, 100% vegan., Fantastic friendly staff.
Cons: It’s not in Leeds.
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Rachellivegan.
Points +201
Our fave place! - Edit
Love the food here and has the friendliest vibes!
Read moreBig fan of the apple crumble muffins, the coffee and the Cornish pasties!
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EnbyVegan
Points +90
Wish we'd gone back for another tofu sandwich! - Edit
We grabbed food from here straight off a 17h ferry back from Amsterdam and it was incredible. Roasted tofu and stuffing sandwich, apple crumble muffin and blueberry croissant. Even a little treat for the dogs! #Veganuary
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-01-22
Pros: Roasted tofu and stuffing sandwich was amazing, Loved that they had little treats for dogs too!
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srburrell
Points +23
What a lovely vegan cafe, with such nice owners... - Edit
Went for lunch on 6/5/2023. *Such* a lovely little vegan cafe near the beach. We had the sausage baps and they were so yummy! And my Australian partner assures me that the coffee was wonderful. We took away a brownie, muffin, and sausage rolls for later too, and they were all just delicious! Most importantly of all, the owners were so friendly and kind - they really went out of their way to help to us. It's a delightful place too - I hope to go back again soon, to sample more of the wonderful menu! Would highly recommend!
Read morePros: Delicious vegan food, Really friendly staff, Great atmosphere and location
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mariamc27
Points +1636
Forever my favourite - Edit
Croissant, coffee and friendly staff - what more does a girl need on a cold wintery day ❄
Read moreUpdate; been here so many times since this first review and NEVER disappoints!!
Updated from previous review on 2020-10-15
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pgd
Points +129
Worth a trip - Edit
Sausage bap was delicious, and they made a salad wrap for my wife who has some other allergies. Range of cakes looked amazing we'll definitely go back
Read morePros: Very accomodating
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JasiTingTing
Points +1224
Amazing food, dog friendly - Edit
We love coming to SquareRoots after a lovely walk on the beach.
Read moreWe love all the offerings here:
special hot chocolates, homemade cakes, sandwiches etc.
They even have pupshake and treat for dogs.
Pros: Dog friendly , Fresh food and drink
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ErwinKiki
Points +1386
What a treat 💜 - Edit
Small sit in or take away 🤘🏻, tastefully and cosey!
Read morePros: So much and tasteful
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weegievegan
Points +559
Delicious - Edit
Such friendly service! We went in for takeout while we travel from Whitby to Beadnell. There was such a nice vibe inside. We decided to make Whitley Bay our wee stop on our journey simply because it had somewhere fully vegan for us 👌
Read moreWe got a steakless pasty (to die for) an enormous cheese ciabatta, a pastrami bagel, and a biscoff chocolate cake. Everything was delicious and clearly very fresh. We also bought a bag of dog treats for our pup (who waited in the car, not sure if it's dog friendly). Loads of dog treats at the counter!!!
Absolutely tons of food and was only 20 quid! Sat and had it on the beautiful big beach nearby. Such a gem!
Updated from previous review on 2023-08-03
BlueberryStuart
Square Roots is dog-friendly 🐾
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_ashh_
Points +152
Always great - Edit
Really friendly little place. Glad they’ve expanded from their little station venue so you can slow down. The specials/daily board is usually different each time i go. I try to have something new each time i visit but almost always end up with a scone and flat white. The blueberry muffin is amazing and i’ve never had a bad cake, pastry or sandwich here!
Read morePros: Great location, Friendly & community focused, Outdoor seating
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JaneyBL
Points +151
Friendly and lovely food - Edit
Great selection of vegan pastries and a few cakes. We had a soya and veg pasty, brownie, choc nut flapjack plus a blueberry pupshake (for the dog!)
Read moreAll food was great and delicious oat flat white. It was a Sat morning and no seating left inside so sat outside (thick coats and hats as is March). Popular place and we’ll definitely be returning to try some more of the pastries and cakes.
Pros: Delicious food, Very friendly, Dogs welcome
Cons: Not much seating inside
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amyshields__
Points +103
Lush vegan restaurant - Edit
Went to Square Roots for the first time since they moved to Monkseaton and wasn’t disappointed. It is a small restaurant so avoid busy times. I had a coconut flat white and sausage and mushroom sandwich in a chibatta(sp?) and my partner had a vegan steak pasty which he said is the best pasty he ever had and I would say he is some what of a pasty connoisseur.
Read moreWe also tried the blueberry and yogurt muffin and the Honeycomb Brownie. Absolutely unbelievable. I’m actually gutted that I don’t have more treats to eat from there and suspect I’ll be having a drive back soon.
Amazing choice of drinks and something for the doggys too!
Customer service was absolutely brilliant.
Pros: Completely vegan, Not a basic sausage sandwich, garnished with mayo, Confectionery. Amazing.!
Cons: Small restaurant, may get filled quick.
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AyeEetPlants
Points +66
Lovely coffee and food - Edit
All food is made on premises by the owners and everything we have tried has been delicious. Owners are very friendly and make you feel welcome.
Read morePros: Everything vegan, Delicious coffee
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CharlotteStubbs
Points +270
Friendly community feel - Edit
Coffee with oat milk as standard, all hot food available to takeaway and lots of regulars coming to grab their takeaway and have a chat.
Read moreSquare roots had such a welcoming energy and I will definitely be going back, again and again.
Thanks for warmth, especially as a solo diner. #Veganuary
Pros: Fully vegan menu, Homemade (I think), Welcoming
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MelanieLHG
Points +24
Fully vegan cafe - Edit
Lovely little all vegan cafe. Savoury food on offer included soup, sandwiches and pasties. I had a tasty soup. My partner had a sausage sandwich which he seemed very happy with. A great choice of cakes that included a marble cake, scones, parsnip & pecan nut slice, pastries and various muffins. #Veganuary
Read morePros: Lots of savoury options, Great range of cakes, Nice coffee
Cons: None
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AbiM
Points +4393
Really nice - Edit
Came to the market on a Sunday after a run so we could treat ourselves to burger, nachos and cheesey scones, also 2 cakes to take home for later😄- the scone was really filling and the onion mix on the scone & burger super delicious. The date flapjack tasted like one my Mum used to make so took me right back😄
Read moreMakes regular donations to “Paws for Thought” animal rescue
Visited the new venue 12th Dec 2022, had lovely food and also took away a festive patty to eat at home that evening which was delicious
Updated from previous review on 2021-05-14
Pros: Really friendly people , Filling , Cakes reminded us of childhood
Cons: Stall didn’t serve any drinks
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RachaelEvans
Points +18
Worth a trip - Edit
Was visiting Newcastle for a gig and decided to have a catch up with friends there, and we are so happy we did ! Amazing food, so many options we ended up getting multiple items each, great range of drinks and outstanding staff. There was only 3 staff members and the cafe was very busy but they always had a smile on their face and never made you feel any pressure.
Read moreTook a couple cakes home and kept them for a couple nights and still tasted amazing ! Already planning a trip to go back !
Updated from previous review on 2022-11-01
Pros: Range of options , Staff ! , Price, great value
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BlueberryStuart
Points +97
Plant-Based Perfection - Edit
For years, we have wished for a vegan kitchen & coffeehouse in our local area. Once we heard about Square Roots opening a plant-based café, we were looking forward to trying it out.
Read moreWe were not disappointed.
Our expectations were exceeded.
The barista coffee is lovely and comes double-shot as standard (no extra charge for an extra shot of coffee). Plant-based milk is standard (no extra charge for vegan milk). The coffee is well-priced and costs less than what you would be charged elsewhere for a coffee with a milk alternative.
The staff are welcoming and helpful. Matt & Jo are the friendliest café couple. The rest of the staff are a credit to the place. Square Roots has a nice feel to it; we feel relaxed and comfortable here. You are not made to feel rushed or pushed.
They make a wide variety of drinks (hot, cold and iced). There is a great range of freshly prepared hot food and an array of freshly prepared cold food. They have both sweet and savoury options.
My favourite 'coffee with cake' combo is the Dirty Biscuit (Hot Biscoff & Coffee) with a Blueberry Croissant.
Other honourable mentions include: Berry Bagel, Biscoff Muffin, Apple Crumble & Custard Muffin, Oat Cappuccino, Steak-less Pasty, Sausage Roll w/ Stuffing & Chilli Jam.
Dogs are welcome and there is specially-made food/drink for them - including fresh fruit 'pupshakes'.
We have been so frequently that we have had several free coffees from their loyalty card! We look forward to each and every visit.
Pros: 100% Vegan, Friendly Staff, Cosy Café
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craigmc
Points +35454
Lovely - Edit
I was lucky enough to catch them on a quieter day which gave us a chance to chat.
Read moreFantastic chat about veganism, shirt and fixing the world. I also managed to get a fab panini with sheese, sausage and sunnies. Selfish!
New location still great comfort food. Had the shroom sausage ciabatta which was tops.
Updated from previous review on 2022-02-10
Pros: Staff, Location , 100%
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PaulHolroyd
Points +482
Lovely 100% vegan cafe - Edit
Just had the sausage sandwich and a latte. Absolutely gorgeous! Got a couple of takeaway pastries for the road aswell. 😋
Read morePros: Lovely friendly staff, Great food, Nice choices.
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Robianson
Points +101
Wonderful! - Edit
I visit this lovely cafe regularly as it’s the perfect blend of amazing food, friendly welcome, great location and outdoor seating area. The health bowl for breakfast is my regular go to and I’m happy to recommend this cafe to everybody. 5*
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nattie1980
Points +43
Perfect Sunday Morning - Edit
Excellent little cafe with such choice, and open on a Sunday!!!!!!!
Read moreAmazing food, friendly service, and we got pasties for lunch to take away with us for our journey.
Pros: Amazing choice, Soooo tasty, Friendly
SquareRoots
Thanku so much for your review it was lovely to meet yous 💚💚
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