Fausto Coffee

You're getting quality coffee just metres from Roker beach, which already puts this place ahead of most Sunderland cafés. The flat whites here are genuinely good – they know what they're doing with the beans, and the baristas actually care about the pour. The seafront location means you can sit outside on the terrace when the weather's decent and watch the waves while you drink. The food's solid too – proper breakfast options and decent lunch plates that go beyond the usual greasy spoon fare you'll find elsewhere along the coast. It stays open late most nights, which is rare for Roker, making it useful for an evening coffee or casual drink. The pricing's fair for what you get, and the staff are sound. It's become the go-to spot for locals who want decent coffee without trekking into town.