Unbelievably rude staff. Looked over my shoulder to serve the man behind me while I stood waiting…read morefor service. When they finally decided to ring my items through there wasn't even the most basic 'hello or 'thanks'. First and last time in there. Never felt more unwelcome in a grocery.

Small healthfood/organic store in Heaton. Fabulous pineapple cake! Range of goods crammed in with…read moredeli counter. Definitely worth a visit. Some frozen food also sold. Friendly

The food weighouse is at the bottom end of Houghton le Spring near the chemist. It sells lots of…read moredifferent foods including sweets and nuts etc. It is in a very convenient location and is easily accessible to everyone - near to the bus stops both directions - from Sunderland and Durham. This shop is very good because when buying food, you can weigh out exactly how much you want so you get no more and no less then you want - get exactly what you pay for. Another positive aspect of the 'serve yourself' is that you can pick the types of sweets you like for example if they are in a mixed tub.

Almonds and raisins was the original health food store in Newcastle.It was based in the old…read morebuilding that housed The Queen's Cinema.Moved to Eldon Square but is now based in Princess Square,just off Northumberland Street. It's always been a favourite of mine.They offer a wide range of health supplements and whole foods and alternative remedies.Although the prices are sometimes a bit higher than some of thier competitors(Holland and Barrett ect) the goods on offer are of high quality. The one thing they can offer that Holland and Barrett don't is a cafe and vegetarian snack food.If you want main meals don't go too late though as the food is good and has it's regulars.It's very well priced too,so why not give it a try.

Best shop for the healthier options. Do most of my shopping here. Very helpfull and friendly staff…read more Great place to visit if you are looking for something different.

A cosy little store with really friendly staff. They'll happily give you advice on with…read morevitamins/supplements you should try. They sell all sorts of health foods including vegan/vegetarian alternatives. They also sell fair trade and cruelty-free products too. The prices are good value and I love visiting to see what yummy foods I should treat myself to.

A wonderful little gem, nestling in one of the stone archways of the station facade. A relative…read morelives in Saltburn and I always make sure to visit the Health Food shop while there. They have an excellent selection of healthy and not-so-healthy foods and drinks, including a good stock of fairly traded items (such as Traidcraft cereal, loo roll, etc.). The staff are always friendly and very helpful - although I've never had to ask anything they have an extensive stock of herbal remedies and seem to cater for any ailment you might have. The staff are very knowledgeable and can advise on what might be the best remedy. The prices are reasonable; it's a real treasure trove of healthy goodies.

All things good and sacred can be found in this gem of a health food store. lots of organic,…read morefairtrade, dairy free, gluten free foods along with some great eco gifts etc. beware of the choc peanuts. they are so addictive. Ive also bought online when working away and love the great service and free delivey. They are excellent with emergency orders. why cant all firms be this good?

Bought on many occassions with no problems. Nice prices for ethical shoes & love the dairy free…read morechocolates & sweets. Staff are really friendly anf know thier products

We go here often. Great coffee. Great food. Friendly service…read more Pizza's are particularly good You can reserve a table to which is handy as it can get very busy.

New, airy, & the tastiest little biscuits in the world grace the saucer of your cup of tea!…read more This place may take a little finding - apparently the council won't allow them to put any signage on the A66 - but it's worth the effort. The cafe / restaurant when we went on a wet Tuesday in early January was quiet, perhaps unsurprisingly. We were allowed to drink our tea & read magazines in peace while our little'un wandered around saying hello to the very friendly staff. Great views over the fields & of the sky even on a grey day made it feel very calm. The shop / bakery / butcher looked very tempting, with an interest & tasty lookong range of interesting local / organic / whole food but as visitors to the area there didn't see much point in stocking up so I can't say more than that. In addition, of particular interest to me, its an Eco building with grey water toilets, turf roof etc. That alone merits a look, no? Worth making the effort to visit & support this place - it deserves to do well.