Best Kid Friendly Restaurants in South Shields

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ItalianBritishTapas / Small PlatesComfort FoodHalalMiddle Eastern

Regions

MorpethNewcastle Upon TyneSunderlandWhitley Bay

Neighborhoods

AmbleNewcastle upon TyneSunderlandWashingtonWhitley Bay

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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1. Hinnies Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(2901)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 13 times today

Hinnies is a relaxed, warm and friendly neighbourhood restaurant serving the comfort food we all like to eat - rustic and hearty Geordie-influenced classics made properly from scratch using local and seasonal produce to give a real taste of our beloved North East. We’re open for lunch and dinner Tue-Sat and Brunch and lunch Sat-Sun (closed Mon and Sun evening).

2. Kiln

4.7

Exceptional(1169)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Middle Eastern • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 19 times today

Kiln is a small restaurant in the heart of the Ouseburn. We make everything ourselves and push to be better than the day before.We serve brunch every morning from 10am to 2:45pm.Our Mediterranean & Middle Eastern inspired tapas style menu is served from 5pm to 9:30pm.Our great coffee, homemade cakes and cocktails are served all day - and we’re dog friendly!Please inform the staff of any allergies when booking & due to the nature of our menu please note we cannot accommodate anyone with a severe nut or sesame allergy.Thank you!

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3. Blackfriars Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(6533)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• British • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 47 times today

Blackfriars is located in a 13th century medieval friary where it once served as the refectory for the Dominican friars, making it one of the oldest purpose-built dining rooms in the UK.The restaurant serves a classic, gutsy British menu sourcing seasonal produce from local farms and markets accompanied by a large award-winning wine list. It also has an adjoining 50-seat Banquet Hall for private parties and weddings and above the restaurant is a Cookery School and Wine/Beer/Whisky Tasting Room. See their website for a full list of what’s on.Blackfriars has won a host of awards including The Taste of the North East winner in the North East Tourism Awards, Best Sunday Lunch in Newcastle by readers of the Independent, Best restaurant in the North East/Newcastle’ by readers of The Observer and Metro Newspaper. It has an AA rosette, inclusion in the Which? Good Food Guide, Hardens and Michelin Guides.

4. Six Baltic

4.7

Exceptional(1177)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary British • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 9 times today

Refined modern British cuisine meets unparalleled panoramic views of the Newcastle cityscape in BALTIC’s stylish quayside rooftop restaurant.Menus are inspired by the very best seasonal, local artisan ingredients, whilst a carefully curated wine list draws from both new and old worlds.The sleek, elegant dining room, complete with a chef’s table, offers an indulgent six course tasting experience. More casual small plates and sharing dishes are served in the opulent viewing box.SIX’s stunning centrepiece bar serves innovative cocktails and both draught and bottled beers, with an emphasis on local breweries and distilleries.

5. Vito's Osteria

4.9

Exceptional(168)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Sunderland

Booked 14 times today

Vito's Osteria, the restaurant of authentic Italian cuisine, serves food prepared with traditional recipes and fine Italian wine in a relaxed atmosphere. It is located in a charming converted barn that has been transformed into a dining and entertainment center in the city of Sunderland.

6. The Engine Room

4.5

Awesome(887)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Sunderland

Booked 10 times today

Welcome to the Engine RoomGreat quality food, produced from fresh and locally sourced produce, is teamed with a fantastic range of drinks – from soft drinks, and beers to cocktails. Sitting inside the lovingly restored Old Fire Station, within the heart of Sunderland’s cultural quarter the Engine Room is the perfect place to enjoy a meal before visiting the theatre, mark a special occasion or simply meet with friends for a fun night in the city.

7. Café 21 Fenwick

4.5

Awesome(420)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 3 times today

A home from home where hospitality comes first. Café 21 is a sociable and effortlessly stylish space, serving crafted comforts, lunch bites and sweet treats. This breakfast, lunch and early evening venue is the place for a mid-shopping trip lunch, business meeting, afternoon tea, or a quiet cup of the good stuff. A place where ‘me time’ matters.Booking is not required however we do take reservations from 2:00 onwards for Afternoon Tea.Our last booking is at 4:45pm Monday to Saturday and 3:45 on Sunday.

8. Carter & Fitch

4.3

Awesome(329)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Washington

Booked 2 times today

Welcome to Carter & Fitch. We look forward to serving you! Pizzeria - The Carter & Fitch pizza is a real Italian affair. Devour the Pizza Lungo 12” thin crust pizza, fresh from our Italian oven. The base is hand stretched using long ferment dough, resulting in a delicate crust. Topped with our very own secret sauce. Smokehouse - All of our meats are from selected prime cuts, rubbed with our unique blend of spices and seasonings, infused overnight, then smoked in our Oklahoma smokehouse oven, low and slow over Mesquite, till meltingly tender. Bar - Our fully stocked bar has something to wet every appetite from beer, spirits, wines, champagnes and cocktails. If you feel like throwing caution to the wind…ask your server about our new ‘Hard Shakes’. We even have a ‘Speak Easy’…Shhh, that’s our little secret!

9. Fiume

4.3

Awesome(1609)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Washington

Booked 18 times today

Having earned a remarkable reputation for mouth-watering Italian food and outstanding customer service over the last 15 years, Ristorante Fiume and River Bar continue to please visitors of all ages. We're a family focused restaurant serving an array of authentic homemade Italian dishes 7 days a week, whilst downstairs River Bar offers a great place to relax and socialise while enjoying stunning views across the River Wear.

10. Wellwood Arms

4.4

Awesome(269)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pub • Amble

Booked 9 times today

Soak up our friendly service and homely charm when nestled in this stunning roadside pub in the heart of Amble harbour town. Here at The Wellwood Arms, we are the perfect retreat to sit back, relax and indulge in our delicious food with the perfect drink in hand. Originally built as a farmhouse for Link House Farm, one of the three farms which made up early Amble, the pub is one of the oldest buildings in the whole of the town! Records dating back as far as 1842 show that the farm was owned by a Mrs Maria Wellwood - a possible explanation for the pub's name today! Our traditional pub classics are expertly crafted from our seasonal menus and the bar is crammed with local ales and tipples to tempt any taste buds. Using the most seasonal ingredients and decadent flavours, there's a dish for every desire. Turn your fleeting visit into a welcomed stay by resting your head in one of our four comfortable family ensuite rooms. All decorated with cosy interiors and homely touches you'll be able to unwind in comfort and enjoy the relaxing atmosphere in a home away from home.

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Lawrence
London •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jul 18, 2025
Hugely enjoyable the team were really on point, we were a group of 10 with a few allergies and preferences between us, all accommodated by the chef and served by smiling staff. Great food great service Will be back
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KilnPrice: Expensive• Middle Eastern• Newcastle upon Tyne
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4.7
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Cos
Newcastle and Northumberland •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jul 18, 2025
Amazing quality food and outstanding value for money.
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Hinnies RestaurantPrice: Moderate• British• Newcastle upon Tyne
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4.7
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Jenny
Yorkshire •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jul 17, 2025
A must see restaurant. Delicious food and spectacular views!
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Six BalticPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary British• Newcastle upon Tyne
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4.7
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Joanna
Greater Boston •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jul 16, 2025
Excellent lunch. We chose from the special menu and everything was delicious.
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Blackfriars RestaurantPrice: Expensive• British• Newcastle upon Tyne
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4.7
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Kevin
Newcastle and Northumberland •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jul 15, 2025
Amazing food, excellent variety, amazing friendly staff, highly recommend
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Vito's OsteriaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Sunderland
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4.9

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