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The Dispensary Coffee House + Eatery

Breakfast Cafe, Vegan Pancakes

Worth ordering: Breakfastnamed in 5 reviews

Vegan English breakfast is filling and well-priced; hash browns are a highlight.

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Top tips

  • Try the vegan pancakes with syrup syringes for a fun presentation.
  • Good to know: Limited vegan menu with mainly breakfast items; not all pancake flavors are vegan.
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  • Book ahead, especially on weekends, as the cafe gets very busy.
  • Ask staff about vegan options and allergy accommodations; they are helpful and knowledgeable.

Must-try

  • Worth ordering: Pancakesnamed in 9 reviews

People also mention full english breakfast, coffee and hash browns.

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Also chai latte, flat white, french toast, platter and cappuccino.

Good for

The vibe: work & study

Praised for friendly service, beautiful interior and cozy atmosphere.

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Also praised for generous portions, fast service and good value.

Good to know

  • Breakfast, brunch, coffee, quick bites
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

The Dispensary is a casual breakfast cafe near the university known for its vegan pancakes served with syrup in syringes and a vegan English breakfast featuring beans, mushrooms, scrambled avocado, and vegan sausage. The venue has a modern, minimalistic style with scientific-themed decor like coffee in beakers and drinks in test tubes. Prices are mid-range, and the staff are generally friendly and attentive, with multiple reviews praising their knowledge of vegan options and accommodation of allergies.

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Heber St, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 5TN, United Kingdom

Opening hours

Monday
08:00–15:30
Tuesday
08:00–15:30
Wednesday
08:00–15:30
Thursday
08:00–15:30
Friday
08:00–15:30
Saturday
08:00–15:30
Sunday
08:00–15:30

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How we rank

eating vegan

Outstanding for vegans

vegan options
Few · 2–3 dishes
menu
Separate vegan menu
staff
Knowledgeable
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