# Breaking Bread Kitchen and Bakehouse, Bishop Auckland — Reviews & Opening Hours > Breaking Bread Kitchen and Bakehouse — Coffee Shop in Bishop Auckland with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.5/5 from 115 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/bishop-auckland/restaurants/breaking-bread-kitchen-and-bakehouse (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Coffee Shop # Breaking Bread Kitchen and Bakehouse Castlegate Cafe 8 Market Place, Bishop Auckland [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=7165148981241680494&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Breaking Bread Kitchen and Bakehouse](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/102808141897359688900) **In short:** Breaking Bread Kitchen and Bakehouse is a coffee shop in Bishop Auckland, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 115 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Breaking Bread Kitchen and Bakehouse Breaking Bread Kitchen and Bakehouse is a cafe on Market Place in Bishop Auckland. The menu offers full English breakfasts, halloumi wraps with fries and homemade coleslaw, and coffee. It holds a five-star food hygiene rating. The cafe welcomes children and groups, and takes bookings. It is open at Castlegate Cafe. ## Opening hours **Monday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Tuesday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Wednesday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Thursday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Friday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Saturday** 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Sunday** Closed ## What's nearby - Fifteas Vintage Tea Room next door - The Stanley Jefferson next door - Bishop Auckland Town Hall next door - Bishop Auckland Market next door - Auckland Palace 200m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this cafe's delicious coffee and varied menu, including full English breakfasts and halloumi wraps served with fries and homemade coleslaw. They also highlight the great value for money and welcoming atmosphere. Others mention the friendly and efficient service. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.5 / 5 (115 reviews) **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Bishop Auckland Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1213804). [More restaurants in Bishop Auckland](https://staycation.co.uk/bishop-auckland/restaurants) ★ 4.5 (115 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £10 – £20 [01388 608770](tel:01388608770) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Bishop Auckland **Plus Code** 9C6WM88G+4W ### 🏨 Places to stay near Bishop Auckland Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Yes, Breaking Bread Kitchen and Bakehouse takes reservations. ### How do I contact Breaking Bread Kitchen and Bakehouse? 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