Here’s a selection of some you can visit, in no particular order. To be added to the guide email [email protected].
. Good Apple, Derwent Street
Good Apple has a new look inside and now seats one table of four and four tables of two, due to social distancing. It's table service only and contactless payment if possible. You can book ahead through social media and on TEL. 0191 564 1763. Walk ins also welcome. A great spot for vegan and veggie options. Photo: JPI Media
. Grinder, Durham Road, Thornhill
Grinder has a great social distancing policy in place and does a range of hot and cold coffees. You can also pick up home-made tray bakes and pink slices. Photo: JPI Media
. Love Lily, Pier Point, Roker
Love Lily has a lip-smackingly good takeaway menu of their popular pancakes, cakes, shakes and more. You can pay over the phone for contactless collection. Photo: JPI Media
. The Little Shop, High Street West
For some of the best doughnuts around, and great coffee from Holmeside Coffee, head to The Little Shop (opposite The Fire Station). You can also pick up craft beers and natural wines to go next door at Mexico 70. Photo: Submitted
. Paticake Patisserie, Tunstall Road
Social distancing is well organised at this colourful cafe where you can pick up a kaleidoscope of cakes. Make sure to try the cortado coffee which is particularly good. Photo: JPI Media
. Cole cafe and Deli, St George's Terrace, Roker
The owners of Cole cafe decided it was just too small for social distancing inside, but you can still visit for a great range of takeout options. For an evening meal, look out for its excellent supper club menus. Photo: JPI Media
. The Lookout, Seaham Marina
With some of the best views in Seaham, The Lookout will be reopening on July 4. It has a lovely outdoor terrace for a bacon sandwich and a coffee. Photo: JPI Media
1. Good Apple, Derwent Street
Good Apple has a new look inside and now seats one table of four and four tables of two, due to social distancing. It's table service only and contactless payment if possible. You can book ahead through social media and on TEL. 0191 564 1763. Walk ins also welcome. A great spot for vegan and veggie options. Photo: JPI Media
2. Grinder, Durham Road, Thornhill
Grinder has a great social distancing policy in place and does a range of hot and cold coffees. You can also pick up home-made tray bakes and pink slices. Photo: JPI Media
3. Love Lily, Pier Point, Roker
Love Lily has a lip-smackingly good takeaway menu of their popular pancakes, cakes, shakes and more. You can pay over the phone for contactless collection. Photo: JPI Media
4. The Little Shop, High Street West
For some of the best doughnuts around, and great coffee from Holmeside Coffee, head to The Little Shop (opposite The Fire Station). You can also pick up craft beers and natural wines to go next door at Mexico 70. Photo: Submitted