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Northern Rye

Sourdough Bakery, Vegan Sandwich

Worth ordering: #4 Pastry in Newcastle Upon Tynenamed in 9 reviews

Check availability early in the day for freshly baked sourdough breads and pastries.

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Top tips

  • Try the vegan focaccia sandwich with pumpkin, peanuts, and slaw for a flavorful experience.
  • Good to know: Currently, vegan pastry options are limited; the orange and fennel vegan bun is available but has received mixed reviews.
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  • Good to know: Expect queues during weekends, especially for vegan sandwiches.
  • Enjoy the dog-friendly outdoor seating by the river for a relaxing visit.

Must-try

  • Worth ordering: Sandwichnamed in 7 reviews

People also mention coffee, bread and cake.

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Also cardamom bun, grilled cheese, cinnamon roll, chai latte and coffee beans.

Good for

The vibe: work & study The vibe: relaxing

Praised for cozy atmosphere, friendly service and affordable.

Good to know

  • Outdoor seating
  • Lunch, coffee, takeout, quick bites
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Northern Rye specializes in small batch sourdough breads and offers a notable vegan sourdough sandwich alongside various baked goods. The shop is known for its large, flavorful sandwiches and quality coffee, situated near the river with seating both indoors and outdoors, including a dog-friendly area. While vegan pastry options are limited and sometimes inconsistent, the venue maintains a reputation for fresh breads and accommodating service in a casual setting.

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4 Riverside Walk, Byker, Newcastle upon Tyne NE6 1LX, United Kingdom

Opening hours

Monday
08:30–16:30
Tuesday
08:30–16:30
Wednesday
08:30–16:30
Thursday
08:30–16:30
Friday
08:30–16:30
Saturday
09:30–16:30
Sunday
Closed

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How we rank

eating vegan

Very vegan-friendly

vegan options
Few · 2–3 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable

Good to know: Vegan options aren't always available.

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