Mason Rye - Newcastle upon Tyne

Great coffee, cakes, sandwiches and toasted flatbreads. The produce is made in an open kitchen where you can see the chefs working.

Very disappointing. Been coming here for years and have always enjoyed a great lunch. Portions have been getting smaller but today was ridiculous, £11.00 for a small salad with “chicken” 3 tiny pieces in reality. Prosciutto flatbread literally bread and a slice of ham. Of course we appreciate the cost of ingredients has increased but management need to rethink the menu it’s not the quality and value Mason Rye used to deliver consistently.

Too much going on with the prawn baguette, my gosh never had so much tarragon in my life! Overpowering almost left it but I was so hungry! Completely overpowering , which is a shame as the cakes are usually delicious but dry this time!

I popped in for a lovely sandwich and chai latte. I was greeted by the friendly manager who explained the menu to me and I had heard the chain latte was special so I opted for that and an experimental sandwich- prawn and tarragon with a lovely filling. I wasn't disappointed. The chai latte had just the right amount of spice and the sandwich. I was also given a complimentary small cake which had been prepared due to the fact I had arrived later than lunch but earlier than tea. It was a yummy cupcake with cream. All in all a lovely visit to Mason and Rye I'll definitely go back and take a friend or family.

We popped in for lunch whilst out shopping. The service was excellent, especially Stef who served us both times we went back for cake and she did not make us queue again) . The staff went out of their way to produce food that my friend with multiple intolerance's could eat. I enjoyed my salad though I think I made a few bad choices in terms or my selection. The chocolate/coffee mousse cake was however one of the best cakes I have ever tasted. Although it was £6.95 so a little on the pricey side) I enjoyed every mouthful!