Hexham Restaurants & Dining | Monthly Featured Spot
From cosy market-town cafés to hidden gems worth booking ahead for, Hexham's food scene has more going on than you'd expect for its size. Each month we shine a light on one place worth your appetite — this time it's The Garden Coffee House.
Tucked away on Hallgate, just down from the Old Gaol, The Garden Coffee House is a peaceful little oasis in the old town. It's the kind of place where locals linger over a second latte and visitors discover they've found a new favourite café. Come as you are, stay as long as you like.
The café is known for its toasties (with a serious cheese pull), freshly made breakfast bagels and freshly baked scones. Step outside to the courtyard garden on sunny days for birdsong, fresh air and a flat white. Inside, it feels like a discovery: a cosy room tucked into the back streets near the Abbey, away from the high street bustle.
- Outdoor garden seating on sunny days
- Free Wi-Fi throughout
- Wheelchair accessible
- Cards accepted · Walk-ins only
What's on the menu
Coffee & drinks: perfectly balanced espresso-based drinks, plus matcha and seasonal specials. A Flat White is £3.20, a Latte £3.50, a Cappuccino £3.40, a Matcha Latte £4.00 and an Iced Coffee £3.80.
Bagels & toasties: the Breakfast Bagel (£6.50) and Whipped Feta Bagel (£6.80) lead the bagels, while the Honey Ham Toastie and Pizza Toastie are both £6.20. Add fries for £2.50.
Cakes & bakes: made fresh daily. Try the Scone with Cream & Jam (£4.50), Peanut Butter Brownie (£3.80), Blueberry Pie (£4.20) or the Seasonal Slice (£3.50). There's also a Soup of the Day (£5.50).
Menu items and prices are indicative, so check the in-café board for today's specials. Please tell the team about any allergies or intolerances when ordering.
Visit: 20 Hallgate, Hexham NE46 1XD
Phone: 01434 394180
Opening hours: Monday–Saturday 9:00am–4:00pm; Sunday 10:00am–4:00pm
Booking: walk-ins only
Visit The Garden Coffee House website →
Previously Featured
Every venue we've spotlighted gets a permanent home here — browse past features below.
- Nomi Thai Asian Dining — relaxed Thai and pan-Asian dining on Priestpopple
- Saathi Indian Restaurant — long-running Bangladeshi and North Indian cooking on Priestpopple
- Stalida Greek Taverna — a family-run Greek taverna on Battle Hill
- Bouchon Bistrot — authentic country-style French cooking just off Market Square on Gilesgate