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Layla's Kitchen Cafe

Vegan Baklava, Lentil Soup

Worth ordering: #1 Coffee in Newcastle Upon Tynenamed in 6 reviews

5.0food Fully vegan

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Top tips

Try the baklava, which several visitors highlight.
Gluten-free options include salad, pasta salad, oat milk and brownies.

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Ask about the daily homemade dishes, including lentil soup and seasonal salads.
Look for outdoor tables or the church’s glass-wall seating area on a sunny day.
Ask before having pastries or scones warmed, as they may be served warm by default.

Must-try

Worth ordering: Latte
Worth ordering: Soup

People also mention baklava, lentil soup and pastry.

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Also baladi bread, brownie, cake and cookie.

Good for

The vibe: families The vibe: relaxing

Praised for friendly service, beautiful interior and cozy atmosphere.

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Also praised for attentive service, generous portions, good value and lively atmosphere.

Good to know

Gluten-free options
Outdoor seating
Breakfast, brunch, lunch, coffee, dessert, takeout
Cards and mobile pay

About

Inside a church in Jesmond, this modern café serves house-made Middle Eastern dishes including lentil soup, hummus, tofu shawarma and baklava, alongside coffee and lattes with non-dairy milk. Reviewers praise the calm seating, friendly service and fresh bakes; gluten-free choices are also noted, and there are outdoor tables.