Dil and the Bear
A charming brunch cafe on Front Street with Parisian-style round tables outside. Known for its Turkish eggs, hearty breakfast baps, and speciality coffees. Open daily from 9am to 5pm.
About Dil and the Bear
Dil and the Bear is a brunch café on Front Street in Tynemouth village, a well-liked stop on busy weekend mornings. Its menu draws on global influences from the owner's travels, giving the café a distinctive character among Tynemouth's eating places. There is a spacious, dog-friendly outdoor seating area, and the café has built a strong local reputation for friendly, efficient service.
The kitchen is known for its Turkish eggs, widely praised locally, served alongside hearty breakfast baps, avocado bagels and classic full English breakfasts. Beyond breakfast and brunch the café serves imaginative lunches, good coffee, pastries and quality cakes, making it a versatile daytime venue for both quick visits and longer sits.
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