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Ngon Cafe

CafeNewcastle Upon Tyne

4.6 out of 5 stars4.6(370 reviews)

Quick info

+44 191 243 2789
39 Low Friar St, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 5UE, United Kingdom

About Ngon Cafe

On Low Friar St in Newcastle Upon Tyne, Ngon Cafe serves Vietnamese food across a menu that spans cafe dishes, deli items and full restaurant plates. Pho comes with a choice of prawn, beef, or chicken, alongside Bun Bo Hue and Special Pho, while the ultimate pork banh mi and grilled pork and prawn rolls round out the lighter options. Vietnamese coffee is served alongside dishes such as wok-fried morning glory with garlic and grilled salt and chilli king prawns. Vegan options appear in every section of the menu, and the kitchen accommodates gluten free and coeliac diets. A step-free, wheelchair-accessible entrance serves visitors with mobility needs, and high chairs are available for families with young children. The restaurant opens daily except Tuesdays, and reservations are recommended.

Good to know

  • Reservations
    Accepts reservations
  • Parking
    Paid parking lot
  • Accessibility
    Wheelchair-accessible entrance · Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Good for kids
    Good for kids · High chairs · Family friendly
  • Dietary
    Organic dishes · Vegan options · Vegetarian options

Menu & Prices

20 dishes
  • Rare Beef Pho
  • Frieds Spring Rolls
  • Chicken Pho
  • Chicken Wings
  • Summer Rolls
  • Tofu
See full menu & prices →

Reviews

4.6/5
370 reviews

What reviewers say

Reviewers most often mention special pho, vietnamese coffee, ultimate pork banh mi and bun bo hue.

5★
297
4★
42
3★
11
2★
3
1★
17

Customer Review Summary

Pho, especially the Special Pho and rare and cooked beef pho, draws the most praise, with reviewers calling the broth sweet and comforting and the corn side dish unexpectedly addictive. Close behind, the Vietnamese coffee is described as tasting authentic, the ultimate pork banh mi comes highly recommended, and the Bún Chả and grilled pork and prawn rolls also earn strong notice. Several diners flag slow or inconsistent service during busy periods, one recounting a forgotten meal and repeated unanswered requests for a drink, another noting a fried rice order that arrived with beef despite being requested without it and had to be remade, and a third describing salt and chilli king prawns as dry and under-seasoned. One coeliac diner appreciated the gluten-free options but wished staff would specify which dish was prepared for cross-contamination safety. Despite these hiccups, most reviewers say they intend to return, with one calling it their new favourite restaurant.

Featured reviews

  • lottie tolley
    “Went here for lunch, service was great and very informative, every section had a vegan option! Only downside was I thought the music was a bit random but that’s just my preference, did go at lunch so maybe that’s why ? My boyfriend’s sandwich was also extremely tasty he said and he would highly recommend the ultimate pork banh mi!”
  • Minh Anh Nguyen Thi
    “Best Vietnamese food I’ve had in the UK Really impressed with the Bún Chả, and the drinks were honestly better than I expected Actually obsessed 😭😭😭”
  • Phyo Min
    “🇻🇳 The Vietnamese coffee tastes just like it did in Vietnam, so authentic ☕️ We had the Bun Bo Hue and Special Pho. Both were amazing! The Special Pho was good, though I think it’d be even better if you choose just prawn, beef, or chicken, less meat variety works better. But the corn… wow 😲 I can’t even describe it. Not normally a corn fan, but this is addictive and like nothing I’ve ever had before. The decor and atmosphere are cozy, making it a perfect spot to relax. Definitely coming back! 💛”
  • Grace Hepworth
    “Tried Ngon Cafe and will definitely be back! Lovely staff, quick service and great menu. Lots of veggie options!! Menu is well priced with good portion sizes. 🍜”
  • Kirsty Butler
    “Atmosphere lively, food incredible however my meal was forgotten so family had ate by the time I got mine, I asked for a drink of 3 different servers and still didnt recieve one I approciate it was busy and its not the end of the world however i was left hungry and thirsty not the best service for us, especially observing other tables getting drinks and top notch service. Really disappointed as heard amazing things may have been a one off but I wont be in a rush to return. Food was delicious and we're able to take away left overseas.”

Hours

Monday
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Highlights

  • Great tea selection
  • Popular for lunch
  • Popular for dinner
  • Popular for solo dining
  • Healthy options
  • Organic dishes

Amenities

  • Wi-Fi
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Paid parking lot
  • Accepts reservations
  • Delivery
  • Takeaway
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  • Dine-in
  • Family friendly
  • Vegan options
  • Alcohol
  • Casual
  • On-site services
Offerings· 9
  • Beer
  • Coffee
  • Free water refills
  • Healthy options
  • Late-night food
  • Organic dishes
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Vegetarian options
Dining options· 6
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service
Facilities· 1
  • Toilet
Family-friendly· 2
  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
Highlights· 1
  • Great tea selection
Popular for· 1
  • Solo dining
Atmosphere· 2
  • Cosy
  • Trendy
Crowd· 4
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Transgender safe space
  • University students
Accessibility· 1
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating

Location

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