Name: Gillies
Address: 11 The Galleries, Washington, NE38 7SA
Telephone: +44 191 416 4446
Price range: £1 to £10

About Gillies

If you’re wandering around Washington Centre in the UK and need a cozy spot to recharge, Gillies at 11 The Galleries is a café that instantly feels welcoming. This little gem effortlessly combines the relaxed vibe of a local café with the efficiency that busy visitors appreciate. Whether you’re stopping by for a quick pick-me-up or settling in for a casual chat, Gillies makes it easy to enjoy your time thanks to its versatile service options: dine-in, takeout, and onsite services are all designed to fit your schedule, though it doesn’t offer delivery. The menu is refreshingly simple but satisfying, with quality coffee that hits the right note every time, and a range of small plates perfect for a light bite or a shared snack. You can grab something quick if you’re on the move, or linger over your cup of coffee while catching up on work or chatting with friends. The café’s interior is thoughtfully laid out, creating a comfortable environment where conversation flows easily, and the aroma of freshly brewed coffee seems to linger pleasantly in the air. Beyond just drinks and snacks, Gillies has a subtle charm that makes it feel like a community hub, the kind of place you remember for its friendly atmosphere as much as for its menu. Whether it’s a casual morning stop before errands or an afternoon retreat from the bustle of the centre, Gillies provides a seamless balance of quality, convenience, and a relaxed, inviting environment. This approachable café vibe, paired with attentive service and an emphasis on simple yet satisfying offerings, ensures that every visit feels effortless, making Gillies a dependable spot for both locals and visitors to enjoy a casual coffee break or a small, flavorful snack in Washington.

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Business Info

Service options

+ Onsite services

+ Takeout

+ Dine-in

+ No Delivery

Highlights

+ Great coffee

+ Great dessert

+ Great tea selection

Popular for

+ Breakfast

+ Lunch

+ Solo dining

Accessibility

+ Wheelchair accessible entrance

+ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

+ Wheelchair accessible restroom

+ Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

+ Coffee

+ Quick bite

+ Small plates

Dining options

+ Breakfast

+ Brunch

+ Lunch

+ Dessert

+ Seating

Amenities

+ Restroom

Atmosphere

+ Casual

Crowd

+ Groups

Planning

+ No Accepts reservations

Payments

+ Credit cards

+ Debit cards

+ NFC mobile payments

Children

+ Good for kids

+ High chairs

+ Kids' menu

Parking

+ Free parking lot

+ Parking

Hour time open

Right Now :

Monday: 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Tuesday: 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Wednesday: 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Thursday: 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Friday: 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Saturday: 08:30 AM - 04:30 PM
Sunday: 09:30 AM - 04:30 PM

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+44 191 416 4446

11 The Galleries, Washington Centre, Washington NE38 7SA, United Kingdom

Reviews

Friendly indoor eating area with good classic foods served by pleasant staff. Tables cleared promptly. Scones are ten out of ten!

- Joan McCrate -

Called in for a cup of coffee and was so impressed with the food that was on offer decided to have some food as well. The service from the staff was excellent, both friendly and helpful. Would recommend this place if your in the Galleries for a break from shopping or fancy a bite to eat, you will be looked after. Good food and value for money.

- Colin Jordan -

Had a lovely hot beef roll with chips and a cup of tea. Cafe very popular and it looks like their scones are a favourite, will be trying one of those next visit

- Carolyn Brocklesby -

Gillies is my go-to place when I'm at The Galleries, having frequented the cafe for more years than i care to remember. The food is excellent, prices are competitive & the staff couldn't be nicer! Highly recommended

- Mary Summers -

I dont know where to start! Firstly i will start with breakfast AND lunch items are just simply cooked to perfection and THEN to add the home made scones, I am not lying here but they are by far the BEST scones i have Ever and i mean EVER come across! Staff are lovely and as we have just moved up close to area i feel i am going to go from 16stone to 26 stone because i want to eat here everyday! Keep it up folks

- James Hughes -

Fast service and a great choice of food for a reasonable price

- Michael -

The best thing about this place is the tea. You can get a proper decent cup-of-tea here. But they have only full fat milk or fully skimmed. So I get half and half, why not. I don't like either of the extremes. And it is great tea. And believe me I am fussy. Now then, Gillies is kind of a Washington New Town marker. It is an institution. I've seen people eating & drinking here over the years & never been in. It looked like mundane fare to me... How wrong I was. The scones are fantastic have a look yourself. And this week I had the giant Yorkshire pudding with veg beef mash and gravy. Black pepper on it. And I have to say it was a treat. I can now see why there are always 40/50 folk in, sat eating and chatting this place is alive. The staff make it work they are helpful pleasant and working hard. There is no detached attitude they are of the people they are feeding and the chatter exchanged is local and knowing... Which is part of the charm to this place.

- Rob.D.M -

Good cup of coffee and cheese and ham scone. Will definitely go again.

- Edward Hall -