Caffè Nero
The South Shields branch of the Italian-style coffee chain on King Street, a familiar option in the pedestrianised town centre.
About Caffè Nero
Caffè Nero on King Street is the South Shields branch of the Italian-style coffee chain, in the heart of the pedestrianised town centre among the shops. It serves the usual Nero range of espresso-based coffees alongside panini, cakes and pastries in a relaxed sit-in setting, making it an easy place to pause during a trip into town.
While the independent cafes near Ocean Road and the seafront give South Shields its real coffee character, Caffè Nero is a reliable, familiar choice when you want somewhere central and consistent.
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