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St Vincent
Price: Expensive•Wine Bar•4.8(913)Part wine bar, part restaurant, a city centre venue with a city centre buzz. St. Vincent is an after-work drinks spot, supper-with-friends place and general 'snack-with-a-glass-or-two' hang out with a big-hearted 'everybody welcome' attitude.
Inspired by the neighbourhood bars we've found on our travels through France and Italy, we offer interesting wines, charcuterie and crowd pleasing plates full of punchy flavours. We're a place where an hour spins into several without anyone noticing.
Open evenings Tuesday to Friday, all day Saturday and close late.
Enough said. Come and find out.21
Price: Expensive•British•4.8(5,410)21’s cooking is big on flavour and short on fuss. We’re talking about a style which embraces the seasons and where the ingredients are king. Expect to find stylish, imaginative dishes – which don’t pander to fads or fashion…………and still have room for pudding. Expect a warm welcome, generous hospitality and service that is both friendly and correct.
A city centre restaurant with a city centre buzz. In the heart of Newcastle's Quayside, 21 has an excitement and warmth all of its own. Smart but not stuffy, sleek but not pretentious, fun but not gimmicky - It's about eating good food in comfortably stylish surroundings.
Menus include Lunch and Early Evening Fixed Price, Five Course Seasonal and à la Carte.
Mantra Thai Dining Restaurant
Price: Expensive•Thai•4.8(21)At Mantra, we take pride in serving top-quality, fresh Thai cuisine to our customers because we genuinely care. Our skilled chefs from Thailand collectively boast over 30 years of experience and are dedicated to crafting authentic, flavorful dishes from various regions. We aim to create a memorable dining experience by infusing our food and service with heartfelt Thai hospitality, always striving to elicit a smile from our guests as a measure of our success.The Courtyard Pegswood
Price: Moderate•Bistro•4.8(454)The Courtyard offers a warm farmhouse feel in the heart of Northumberland. Situated in Pegswood, the historic building which dates back to early-1900s, sits on the main route to Longhirst, once a home of. “Old King Cole”. Steeped in history, and influenced by the bistros of rural Italy, The Courtyard is certainly a place to visit.
Matt Hudson, head chef, brings a wealth of experience and a stellar reputation, having made a significant impact in the culinary world with his exceptional talent. His innovative and flavourful dishes have not only delighted diners but also earned him numerous accolades. Under his leadership, two gastro pubs in the North East were recognised in The Guardian's prestigious list of Best Gastro Pubs.
Matt is an ethical chef that likes to cook head to tail, leaving no waste from an animal. His commitment to using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients aligns perfectly with our philosophy of providing high-quality, sustainable dining experiences.
The French Quarter
Price: Expensive•French•4.8(2,672)The French Quarter is a relaxed neighbourhood restaurant & wine Bar in a community of unique and quirky businesses in Newcastle city Centre. We are a friendly and approachable team of people, with a passion for the good things in life. Born from nostalgia for a traditional style of commerce and a desire to challenge perceptions that French dining is formal or fussy, we work with independent suppliers to offer a regularly changing wine list & tapas style menu. We have created a casual and sociable environment where customers are invited to experience our food, try our wines, shop from our deli and share our love of all things French!Vercelli Restaurant
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.8(549)Vercelli Restaurant is a family run Italian Restaurant situated in the centre of Hexham, a busy market town in Northumberland. The family, all from around the Hexham area, have worked hard over the last 8 years to modernise the cocktail bar and restaurant. All the family are involved in the business, with the aim of providing a memorable experience.
Sue, Front of House Manager, enjoys working alongside the enthusiastic team who have built a relationship with their returning customers and welcoming new, with an aim to make your experience relaxing and memorable throughout.
Executive chef, Jordan, and Head chef, Scott, source the finest Italian provisions to produce high quality Italian dishes with a modern twist.
At the front of the restaurant is a small, modern cocktail bar which hosts live music nights regularly but can be enjoyed for a bite to eat or a drink any night of the week.
Blackfriars Restaurant
Price: Expensive•British•4.7(6,517)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.No. 59 Restaurant @ Townhouse Morpeth
Price: Expensive•British•4.9(999)No. 59 Restaurant @ Townhouse Morpeth is ready and waiting to offer a warm greeting as you enter Morpeth’s bustling high street. The original, charismatic three-storey building, which dates back to the mid-1800s, stands proudly just over Telford Bridge on the River Wansbeck – a grand feature of the historic market town.
Open for food from Thursday to Sunday, No. 59 Restaurant is the perfect place for an afternoon tea, a great lunch, or a fine dining experience.
Hinnies Restaurant
Price: Moderate•British•4.7(2,891)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).Bouchon Bistrot - Hexham
Price: Expensive•French•4.8(2,878)Winner of the Best European Restaurant honour at the North East Restaurant Awards and conveniently situated in the centre of Hexham on Gilesgate, Bouchon Bistrot serves straightforward country style French cuisine, including daily specials in the evening. Born in the Loire Valley and having plenty of experience from working in Michelin starred restaurants throughout France, the owner of Bouchon Bistrot is an expert when it comes to traditional country cooking in France.
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- SSimonVIPLondon •1 review5.0Dined 3 days agoJust outstanding, service great , they actually remember u and chat!!. Fish is just fantastic as is the “brigade” who cooks itMore infoSaltwater Fish CompanyPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Newcastle upon Tyne•4.9
- DDamien-LeeManchester/Greater Manchester •1 review5.0Dined on Jun 28, 2025Great food, great service, friendly staff and excellent value for money.More infoPho NewcastlePrice: Moderate• Vietnamese• Newcastle upon Tyne•4.6
- CCaroleVIPNewcastle and Northumberland •30 reviews4.0Dined on Jun 27, 2025Staff helpful and well trained. Menu needs more clarity in describing dishes. Wine overpricedMore infoPorterhouse Butcher & GrillPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Newcastle upon Tyne•4.7
- EElaineNewcastle and Northumberland •2 reviews5.0Dined on Jun 27, 2025Lovely experience with my best friend for a catch-up, food excellent as always, manager was lovely as we discussed a particular wine, try Malbec Vina Patricia!!! Absolutely beautiful 😍More infoGaucho NewcastlePrice: Expensive• Steak• Newcastle upon Tyne•4.5
- IIanVIPNewcastle and Northumberland •8 reviews5.0Dined on Jun 20, 2025As always, brilliant service and fantastic food. Never disappointsMore infoCôte Brasserie - NewcastlePrice: Moderate• French• Newcastle upon Tyne•4.7
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Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Newcastle and Northumberland is Tiger Hornsby
The best vegan restaurants in Newcastle and Northumberland are The Courtyard Pegswood, No. 59 Restaurant @ Townhouse Morpeth and Blackfriars Restaurant
The best vegetarian restaurants in Newcastle and Northumberland are The Potted Lobster - Bamburgh, The Courtyard Pegswood and Blackfriars Restaurant
The restaurants with the best service in Newcastle and Northumberland are Carter & Fitch, Tiger Hornsby and House of Tides
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Newcastle and Northumberland are Tiger Hornsby, Quay 7 and Solstice
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