The Alchemist Newcastle — Restaurant in Newcastle upon Tyne

I have been here a few times, breakfast is always good, staff are always lovely and I do enjoy the decor, however, last time me and my partner went, being both vegetarian, our server asked and pointed at the items on the menu we were able to eat, fully aware of our requirements as we ordered. Instead of a halloumi wrap I received a chicken wrap and with textures being similar, started to eat it to which I had to run to the toilet and immediately be sick. This was the beginning of the afternoon so as you can imagine, ruined the entire day. As you can see into the kitchen itself, we saw the chef and partie looking very stressed and shouting at each other - this does not provide a good atmosphere to customers and may explain why I received food I could not eat/didn't order. We were told we only need to pay for drinks, but I feel we shouldn't' have had to pay for anything for this horrific experience. I don't feel like they took it seriously as much as an allergy should have been to them, and I could have argued the fact, but, understandably all I wanted to do was go home after the ordeal as I felt completely ill both physically and mentally. I have never had this luckily anywhere I've been to eat since being a vegetarian from the age of 9, which leaves me unfortunately incredibly hesitant to return, and if I do it will not be by choice. If I were asked about the Alchemist from another veggie/vegan - I would say to avoid at all costs.

EDIT * RE: the alchemist told me to email them, as comment below, I did, and received nothing back. Confirms my non return trade and spreading the news to urge others to...

The Alchemist Newcastle is a popular spot for a fun and unique night out. Here's a breakdown of what you can expect: Theatrical Cocktails: Their claim to fame is their inventive and theatrical cocktails. Expect smoking concoctions, color-changing drinks, and presentations that involve flames, bubbles, and even mini explosions! These are definitely conversation starters and perfect for capturing those Instagram-worthy moments. Food: While the cocktails are the main attraction, The Alchemist also offers a decent food menu. They have a variety of small plates and larger mains to choose from, including options like tempura prawn lollipops, halloumi sticks, duck spring rolls, and steaks. Ambiance: The Alchemist has a dark and gothic-style decor that creates a mysterious and inviting atmosphere. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, and they're always happy to help you choose the perfect drink or dish. Here are some things to keep in mind: Price: The cocktails can be a bit on the pricey side, but they're definitely worth it for the experience. Noise Level: It can get quite loud, especially on weekends, so keep that in mind if you're looking for a more intimate setting. Overall, The Alchemist Newcastle is a great place to go for a night out with friends or a special occasion. If you're looking for a unique and memorable experience, then this is definitely the...

Came in for cocktails on a thursday at about 6PM, so the bar wasn't very busy at all (we were group of about 8 and virtuallythe only people there at first). All we wanted was to order a drink each, and sit down for a drink. The barman tried to force us to pay all as one, despite being told we wanted to pay separately. He then proceeded to make each drink in turn without letting any of us pay individually as we revieved each drink, meaning we were waiting for all drinks to be made before any of us could pay. This meant we were waiting at the bar for 20 minutes before we could pay for our orders. Two of our group just ordered simple drinks (pints of beer) but he decided to pull the pints last of all, rather than first, making some of our group wait 20 minutes for a simple pint. When it came to pay he even started taking orders from other customers that had arrived after us, before allowing our group to pay. His attitude during all of this was extremely rude, acting as if it were our fault for wanting to simply order a drink each, pay individually, and sit down to enjoy a cocktail like you would in any other bar. Worst bartending I've ever seen in my life and totally unapologetic about it, in fact the barman was borderline...