Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Ultimate Coffee Experience in Newcastle & Morpeth
Central Bean was established in 2008 as a pioneering independent coffee house, driven by a passion for exceptional coffee and contemporary hospitality. Our journey began in Newcastle with a vision to redefine coffee culture through meticulous sourcing, expert roasting, and cutting-edge equipment. We source premium beans from El Salvador, Brazil, and Ethiopia, medium-roasting them in the UK to achieve a unique blend that combines Pacific Northwest innovation with Northern Italian tradition. Our commitment to excellence extends to our baristas, who undergo rigorous training and have earned recognition at international competitions. We invest in world-class machinery like La Marzocco espresso machines and Cirqua water systems to ensure every cup meets our exacting standards.Over the years, weve expanded our presence while maintaining our core philosophy: to deliver the highest quality beverages in an inviting, modern environment. Our dedication to craftsmanship has attracted coffee enthusiasts and professionals alike, solidifying our reputation as one of the UKs premier coffee houses. We continue to innovate, offering seasonal drinks and take-home beans, ensuring our customers experience the same quality at home. Our mission remains unchanged: to elevate coffee culture through expertise, passion, and relentless attention to detail.
Services
Espresso
Drip Coffee
Seasonal Drinks
Takeaway Coffee
Barista Services
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We source beans from award-winning farms in El Salvador, Brazil, and Ethiopia.
- Our baristas are trained to international competition standards.
- We use La Marzocco espresso machines for unparalleled brewing precision.
- Cirqua Water Treatment ensures optimal coffee flavor purity.
- Our seasonal menu reflects innovation and customer-centric creativity.
Services
Espresso
Our espresso is crafted using La Marzocco machines and beans sourced from El Salvador, Brazil, and Ethiopia. The medium roast profile ensures a balanced, aromatic shot with notes of nuttiness and dark chocolate. Ideal for purists seeking a concentrated coffee experience.
Drip Coffee
Freshly ground beans brewed to perfection using high-quality equipment. Available as a regular or decaffeinated option, this service caters to those preferring a smooth, full-bodied cup with subtle acidity and rich flavor.
Seasonal Drinks
Rotating menu featuring limited-time creations like the Happy Holidays Latte and Mint Mocha. These drinks combine seasonal ingredients with our signature roast, offering unique flavor profiles that change throughout the year.
Takeaway Coffee
Freshly prepared coffee available in takeaway cups for customers seeking convenience without compromising quality. Options include lattes, cappuccinos, and iced coffees made with the same precision as in-store servings.
Barista Services
Trained baristas deliver latte art and customized brews, ensuring each order meets exacting standards. Their expertise, honed through international competitions, guarantees a consistently exceptional coffee experience.
Questions
What makes Central Bean's coffee unique?
Our beans are sourced from award-winning farms in El Salvador, Brazil, and Ethiopia, then medium-roasted in the UK using techniques blending Pacific Northwest innovation with Northern Italian tradition.
Do you offer takeaway options?
Yes, we provide freshly prepared takeaway coffee in eco-friendly cups, including lattes, cappuccinos, and iced coffees made to the same high standards as in-store drinks.
Are your baristas professionally trained?
All baristas undergo rigorous training to international competition standards, ensuring expertly crafted coffee with attention to detail in every cup.
What equipment do you use for brewing?
We use La Marzocco espresso machines and Cirqua Water Treatment systems to guarantee optimal brewing conditions, enhancing flavor clarity and consistency.
Do you sell coffee beans for home use?
Yes, we offer Central Bean Classic Espresso beans (regular and decaf) and weekly guest beans, available pre-ground or with on-demand grinding for espresso or drip brewing.
What are your opening hours?
Gallowgate (Newcastle): Mon-Fri 7:30am-4pm, Sat 9am-4pm. Morpeth: Mon-Sat 8am-5pm, Sun 9am-4pm.
Reviews (4)
Stephen Taylor
Dec 23, 2021
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Coffees ok but sometimes a little bitter.
Longsands apres now does nice coffee
Staff are always pleasant
Longsands apres now does nice coffee
Staff are always pleasant
John Smith
Aug 11, 2021
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Excellent place very good coffee, staff extremely good, can eat and drink inside and out, good friendly service very clean. Central position easy access to public transport and taxis
Tony Lamsdale
Jul 15, 2021
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This is a favourite coffee shop by a long way. The staff are great and make the best coffee bar none. The range of products is great and it's reasonably priced. The set up works well so you don't wait for hours to get served and it is a great place to sit and watch the world go by accompanied by a latte (other coffees are available) and something tasty. We love the bacon and brie sandwiches and there is always something sweet just to make sure you get a balanced meal
Philip Dudgeon
Jan 12, 2020
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Nice coffee & venue. But...if only the girl carrying the cups & saucers would try not to bang them around. What a racket and it spoilt the surroundings for me. I am not just talking about one or two times but 5 trays of washed dishes being dropped onto the bench and what a racket when removing them. So only 3 stars i'm afraid.
