REGULAR JO’S SPECIALITY COFFEE SHOP

There’s no other word for it, guys – Regular Jo’s Coffee is just bloody cool.

With Scandi vibes and a relaxed, surfer-style mentality, that fresh coastal air outside and an eclectic objet d’art at every turn, the newest kid on Tynemouth’s block is a flâneur’s paradise.

‘As a coffee enthusiast and a weekly customer at Tynemouth Market, I realised there wasn’t much choice in terms of speciality coffee,’ explains Regular Jo’s founder, Josephine Peel.

‘I thought it could be fun to have a stall. I never really thought about it being a career, yet here we are almost 8 years later, in my own shop!’

Sure, it may not be the biggest of coffee shops in Tynemouth, but for us it’s the cosiness of Regular Jo’s that really adds to its charm. Plus, this edgy eatery more than makes up for its lack of size by bringing together artwork from local creatives, sustainable gifts from local producers and a packed calendar of live pop-up events under its roof.

Better still, there’s plenty of extra seating outside for those warmer months, so you can still get your fill of sunshine and sea air.

But the main clue to Regular Jo’s vibe really is in the word ‘speciality’. After all, where else would you find 100% plant-based brews, silky smooth frappes or CBD coffee creations?

A COSY COFFEE SHOP BRINGING TOGETHER LOCAL BUSINESSES

Regular Jo’s bread and butter may be their speciality coffees, but it’s the bites they serve with their brews that really makes this metaphorical sandwich.

Think fluffy, dusted doughnuts oozing with filling, crispy croissants with melted cheese sneaking out the sides, vegan bagels, pulled pork rolls, cookie pie slices and pretty much everything in between.

But what we love even more than how delicious all of the above is, is that they’re sourced from local producers. Proven Goods. Eli’s Bakery. King Baby Bagels. The Little Dough Dough Bakery. Crooked Cookie Co. All fellow indie businesses from right here in the North East (many just up the road in Tynemouth), slaying their respective games in the hospitality sector.

Regular Jo’s supports them all, (and more).

‘After working Tynemouth market for all these years, I’ve met some amazing people and their businesses,’ Jo tells us.

THE TAKEAWAY

Regular Jo’s Coffee is excuse enough to visit Tynemouth.

Another chilly Saturday morning with not much on the weekend’s horizon? Hole up with a cosy coffee and watch the world go by.

Wanting to warm up after walkies on the beach? Reward your best girl or boy with a puppuccino and a slice of something nice for yourself.

Need somewhere edgy to impress your Hinge date? Nothing cooler than local artwork, artisan bakes and the promise of long walks on the beach after.

Suddenly find you have a Sunday free? Mooch round Tynemouth Market and catch Regular Jo’s on Wheels.

‘I love the unlimited supply of coffee in my job!’ Jo laughs. ‘But what I love most is that it doesn’t really feel like work at all, (in the shop that is – it’s definitely hard work on the mobile unit!).

‘It’s such a lush atmosphere serving coffees in such a small, cosy environment. Working here is as if we’re just spending time with friends.’

Regular Jo’s is exactly what any good coffee shop should be: a community hub. A space in which people can come together and share what they’re passionate about, learn a little more about who and what lives on their doorstep and be inspired by the wealth of creativity and generosity that characterises this nook of the North East.

The Hot Chocolate

‘We do a delicious hot dark (42%) chocolate,’ says Jo. ‘It’s rich and creamy and works super well with espresso to make a tasty mocha.’

The CBD Coffee

‘We work closely with Karma Coast, the store upstairs,’ Jo explains. ‘They’re a CBD company and have created a water-soluble CBD “mylk” that can be added to any drink. This helps combat any jitters you may experience with caffeine. It also has so many health benefits.’

‘All our drinks can be made vegan/dairy-free with oat m*lk for no extra charge,’ Jo continues. ‘We also offer cold drinks such as:

• Charitea & Lemonaid, where every bottle purchased helps fund social projects.
• Karma Drinks – again, working with Karma Coast, where 1% of revenue from every Karma Drink goes to their Cola nut growers and their communities in Sierra Leone.
• Local, seasonal drinks, including Life Kombucha, who are a small-batch, independent company here in the North East using all fair-trade and organic produce.’