R Place
Independent North Shields coffee shop trading since 2017, known for coffee, doughnuts and bagels.
About R Place
R Place is an independent coffee shop on Nile Street in the town centre, trading since 2017 and proudly rooted in North Shields. It serves speciality coffee alongside fresh doughnuts, bagels and iced drinks.
With a loyal local following and a growing outdoor seating area, it is a good example of the independent cafe culture that has taken hold in the town. It makes an easy stop for a coffee before or after a walk down to the Quay.
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