Independent

LOCAL NCL

◷ Jesmond, Newcastle upon Tyne, England · ££ · Guest roasters
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What's behind the bar

Roaster
Hard Lines Coffee RoastersCrankhouse Coffee17 Grams
Rotating
Espresso machine
Not yet confirmed
Grinder
Not yet confirmed
Milk
Not yet confirmed

Roaster, machine and grinder details last verified June 2026.

The cup

An independent corner shop and speciality coffee bar on Acorn Road that pours house-roast coffee and also sells take-home beans from independent UK roasters. It doubles as an alternative off-licence stocking natural wines and craft beers.

Brew methods

EspressoBatch brew V60 / pour-overAeroPressCold brewProper decaf

The cake cabinet

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Milly's cookiesSignature

Good to know

⬡ Sells beans to take home

LOCAL NCL: coffee and cake, answered

What coffee roaster does LOCAL NCL use?

LOCAL NCL pours Northside Coffee Roasters, alongside rotating guest roasters.

What espresso machine does LOCAL NCL use?

LOCAL NCL has not had its espresso machine confirmed on Crumb & Crema yet. We list the machine and grinder for every cafe that tells us.

Is LOCAL NCL independent?

Yes. LOCAL NCL is an independent, owner-run cafe. Crumb & Crema lists independents first, with chains off by default.

Does LOCAL NCL have cake?

Yes. LOCAL NCL serves coffee and cake. A signature is the Milly's cookies.

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