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The Head of Steam Quayside

Pub, Vegan Gyros & Burgers

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Top tips

  • Try the vegan chicken gyros or the generously sized shawarma fries.
  • Good to know: Ask for drink prices before ordering; one reviewer was surprised by a £7.10 bottle of Newcastle Brown.
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  • The vegan 'zeafood' tacos and vegan ice cream with squirty cream were praised as a good shared dessert option.
  • Ask about the discounted lunch menu; a review reports a gyros, side and pint for £10.50.
  • Good to know: Check whether the kitchen is serving before visiting specifically for food; reviewers have reported slow service and a temporary food closure.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention fries, gyros and tacos.

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Also buffalo wings (cauliflower), burger and ice cream.

Good for

The vibe: groups The vibe: relaxing

Praised for friendly service, lively atmosphere and generous portions.

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Also praised for good value, attentive service and cozy atmosphere.

Good to know

  • Outdoor seating
  • Wi-Fi
  • Lunch, dinner, takeout, quick bites
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

This Quayside pub pairs a broad craft-beer list with vegan gyros, shawarma fries and plant-based burgers alongside a mixed menu. Reviews mention roomy booths and sofas, music, and a discounted lunch menu; kitchen service has occasionally been slow or unavailable, so check food service before making a special trip.

Vegan menu

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The Head of Steam Quayside · dine-in · 7 dishes

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11-17 Broad Chare, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 3DQ, United Kingdom

Opening hours

Monday
12:00–23:00
Tuesday
12:00–23:00
Wednesday
12:00–23:00
Thursday
12:00–23:00
Friday
12:00–00:00
Saturday
12:00–00:00
Sunday
12:00–22:30

the food

4.4 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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3.9 14 reviews Read on HappyCow
How we rank

eating vegan

Outstanding for vegans

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
plant-based chicken, three-bean filling
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