Proper Coffee

The Coffee TraderQuayside, Newcastle

★EverydayThe everyday answer

Northumberland St0.1 mi from Quayside centrelast reviewed April 2026

Properly made lattes in a Quayside independent where the room fills up for the food. The coffee holds its own.

Good lattes in a room that comes for the sandwiches.

4.5★★★★½(701)
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What we love

  • •Lattes consistently well-made, a solid espresso-based offer
  • •Food menu runs alongside: cakes, sandwiches, the things that bring the regulars back
  • •Quayside location, on the riverfront walk

Location

Northumberland St, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 8ED, UK

0.1 mi from Quayside centre

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Richaro's Ramblings · 4 May

The case for Everyday

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