Hailed by some as Newcastle’s best kept secret, Oak Cafe hides out on the first floor of the Barker & Stonehouse furniture store in the Strawberry Buildings right in the city centre. Head up here and be treated to a diverse selection of drinks and light meals after a hard day’s retail therapy or before you head to nearby St. James’ Park for the game. Dishes represented on the regular menu match locally-sourced ingredients with a considered number of imports for an international offering. Other ways to approach Oak is to book an afternoon tea – with optional Prosecco – or just sit up with coffee and cake and make use of the free WiFi. Find Oak on the corner of Strawberry Place and Leazes Park Road, but be sure to book, especially during peak times.