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The Café

Here for early risers, matinee-goers, last-minute snackers and everything in between.

Think barista-made coffee, the best bakes, crisp seasonal salads and sandwiches stacked fresh.

Perfect for a quick stop or a proper pause, whatever your plans.

When we're open

We’re open most of the time the building is – but not always right to the end.

  • On non-show days, we usually close around 30 minutes before the building closes.
  • On show nights, we close up just after the interval

Building opening times

Breakfast | Served until 11am

Turmeric porridge
Mixed seeds, fig jam (ve) £5

Toasted bloomer bread
Butter, preserves (gf*) (v) (ve*) £4

Toasted teacake
Butter, preserves (v) (ve*) £4.50

Smashed avocado on toast £8
Cherry tomatoes, pickled red onions, chipotle chilli flakes, sourdough toast (gf*) (ve)
Add:
Poached egg £1
Streaky bacon £1
Smoked tofu (ve) £2
Grilled halloumi (v) £2
Flaked salmon £2

Baked shakshuka £7
Spicy tomato and red pepper ragu, baked eggs, sourdough toast (gf*) (v)(ve*)
Add:
Streaky bacon £1
Smoked tofu (ve) £2
Crumbled feta £1.50

Breakfast sandwiches
Buttered bloomer bread, choice of crispy bacon, Cumberland sausage or fried egg £6 (gf*)
Add:
Two hash browns (ve)   £1.50

American pancakes
Stack of three pancakes, with your choice of crispy streaky bacon and maple syrup or macerated berries and lime crème fraiche (v) (ve*) £6

Enjoy a cup brewed with Ringtons

A North East icon since 1907, as rich in flavour as it is in history. Starting from just £1.95. All drinks can be made decaf, with oat or coconut milk for 20p extra.

Don’t forget to bring your own mug to bag 25% off any hot or cold caffeinated drink.

Small Plates

Fries (ve) (gf) £3.50

Parmesan, and truffle fries (gf) £4.50

Seasoned potato wedges (ve) £3.50

Mixed salad bowl (ve) (gf) £4

Garlic flatbread (gf*) (ve) £4

Falafel bites with sweet chilli dip (ve) (gf) £4

Marinated mixed olives (ve) (gf) £3

Kid's menu

Pappardelle pasta in a rich tomato ragu (v) £5

Sausage and chips
Cumberland sausages, fries, garden peas or beans £5

Roast chicken and chips
Chicken breast, fries, garden peas or beans (gf ) £5

Sandwich bag
Choice of ham, cheese or tuna sandwich, fruit, crisps and a carton of juice £6.50

Find on the counter

Sandwiches and wraps
Freshly made and packed with flavour. Think classic combos, perfect between shows or as a reason to pause and take five.

Freshly baked treats
Brownies that mean business. Flapjacks that don’t mess around. Baked fresh in-house, with some scrumptious extras from our pals at Cake Stories.

Pick-me-ups
From fruit and popcorn to nuts and more.

Sweet  

Warm chocolate brownie with vanilla ice cream £5

New York vanilla cheesecake with mixed macerated berries £6

Caramel apple betty with salted caramel ice cream (ve) £6

Chocolate fondant with vanilla ice cream (gf) £7

Come and co-work with us

Tired of stuffy offices or distracted at the kitchen table? We get it. Whether you’re freelancing, Zoom-calling, writing, designing (or just trying to get through your inbox), our co-working space is calm, flexible and made for focus.

Pull up a chair, plug in to fast, reliable Wi-Fi and make yourself at home. And when you need a breather, the Café’s just a few steps away.

Opening Times

We're a Warm Space

You’re always welcome here. Whether you’re settling in with your laptop or just passing through, we’ve got free Wi-Fi, charging points, fully stocked baby changing facilities, and free sanitary products in all our toilets.

In the Café, you’ll also find ‘pay what you decide’ tea and coffee – no questions asked.

Plated gourmet meals and drinks set on a marble-top table, with glasses of water, red wine, and a cocktail garnished with rosemary.

Dine just steps from the stage

Book a table in our Brasserie and enjoy a fresh Northern twist on classic British dishes. Sip exclusive drinks all night long and even save dessert for the interval.

Save me a table