Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Durham/County Durham

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Updated September 05, 2024

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Wallis & Co

4.8

4.8 (339)

£25 and under

Modern European

Hartlepool

About the restaurant

Wallis & Co is a modern Bar & Kitchen nestled on the picturesque setting that is Hartlepool Marina. Our aim is to provide a warm and cosy atmosphere for our customers to enjoy, and with a huge focus on quality in every aspect, we're sure your visit to Wallis & Co will be a happy one.

We serve lunch from 12pm till 5pm Tuesday to Saturday and evening service from 5pm till 9pm. Our Sunday lunch is served from 12pm till 4pm and from 5pm on a Sunday evening we offer Sunday evening menu.

Disclaimer- We are no longer taking reservations for OUTDOOR tables, they are first come first serve.

If booking Bottomless brunch please specify in your booking notes (Service times Tuesday to Sunday between 12 and 4pm)
Any tables above 6ppl must be booked directly through the restaurant via telephone or FB messenger.

Top review

Michael

Dined on Sep 24, 2024

Absolutely amazing steaks last night, and the service was exceptional. Very relaxed environment, will definitely be coming again. Thanks

ELIF TURKISH CUISINE

4.8

4.8 (166)

£26 to £40

Turkish

Stockton-on-Tees

About the restaurant

Calling all foodies in Norton. Brace yourselves for a culinary adventure as Turkish Cuisine has arrived in our village. Set in an underground atmospheric restaurant on the picturesque historic green. Prepare your taste buds for a delightful journey of flavours and aromas and combine with our specially selected Turkish wines. It’s an experience guaranteed to delight all your senses.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined on Jul 11, 2024

Fabulous food lovely place to eat would use more often but prices are very high

Restaurant 17

4.6

4.6 (556)

£25 and under

International

Durham

About the restaurant

At Restaurant 17 we offer an efficient friendly service.

Delivering a taste experience from around the world using fresh ingredients.

Top review

Chris

Dined 7 days ago

Outstanding food. Best we had in Durham - Sea Bass and Lamb were fantastic. Highly recommend this restaurant

The Warehouse Kitchen & Bar

4.6

4.6 (242)

£26 to £40

Barbecue

Stockton-on-Tees

About the restaurant

A unique venue serving exciting range of food and drinks in Stockton on Tees

Top review

Dalton

Dined 1 day ago

Fantastic food and cocktails at amazing prices great decor and energy in the place

Estabulo - Darlington

4.5

4.5 (1855)

£26 to £40

Brazilian Steakhouse

Darlington

About the restaurant

Estabulo Rodizio Bar & Grill honour the Brazilian Gaúcho’s traditional method of cooking. This involves taking the most delicious and flavoursome cuts of meat, which are then skewered and cooked slowly on open flames.
This method of cooking also means that all the meat served to you fresh at your table, straight from the grill. You can eat as much or as little as you like, and we have a large selection of meats on offer, so you can stick to what you know or try something a little bit different!
We also have a selection of Vegetarian, Halal and Fish dishes on offer and the salad bar which is the perfect start to your meal, and accompanies our entire menu perfectly as little palate cleansers between each skewer that reaches your table.

Top review

Shalani

Dined 3 days ago

Best restaurant for us! We absolutely love everything about it. The amazing service, quality of food and the fabulous vibe.

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Christmas Day at Estabulo

The Rose & Crown at Romaldkirk

4.5

4.5 (269)

£25 and under

British

Barnard Castle

About the restaurant

Our kitchen team create great tasting food that utilises the best of local produce and ingredients with excellent provenance. It's about dishes that reflect our stunning rural location using both classical and contemporary cooking techniques with an eye for detail.

Top review

MichaelM

Dined on Sep 10, 2024

The variation we had on the burger theme this time round was very good indeed. Extra delicious, if that were possible. The portions are very good, neither too much nor too little. The surface is efficient, polite, and cheerful.

The Raby Arms

4.4

4.4 (113)

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

Hartlepool

About the restaurant

Located in the small and charming Hart Village, just North of Hartlepool, The Raby Arms Pub & Kitchen is a traditional local landmark that has undertaken extensive refurbishment to create a cosy and welcoming atmosphere. At heart, we’re a true ‘local’, and we’re all about proper pub dining, served with craft and international beers and ales, a diverse wine list, tempting cocktails and top-tier spirits.  Our food menu offers tasty pub favourites given a very special touch, perfectly executed by our chefs and kitchen team.  Join us for a drink, a meal, Sunday roast, or a snack, we’re open all day, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Dogs are welcomed into the sports bar only , on a first come first serve basis - not bookable. They must be kept on leads at all times.

Top review

Tracy

Dined on Sep 22, 2024

Food was absolutely fabulous. Red hot and good size portions. Staff very friendly and helpful. Will definitely recommend to friends and go back.

19TWENTY

4.4

4.4 (309)

£25 and under

Grill

Durham

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of Durham city centre, we offer the finest steaks, best gourmet burgers and premium cocktails. While you’re here try our succulent and tender hanging kebabs. Come and experience fine dining at affordable prices, with incredible river views and immaculate service.

Top review

Dawn

Dined 7 days ago

Fab food, fab service, perfect location with window seat to people watch in this vibrant city , and not forgetting the fab cocktails .

Estabulo - Durham

4.4

4.4 (522)

£26 to £40

Brazilian Steakhouse

Durham

About the restaurant

Estabulo Rodizio Bar & Grill honour the Brazilian Gaúcho’s traditional method of cooking. This involves taking the most delicious and flavoursome cuts of meat, which are then skewered and cooked slowly on open flames. This method of cooking also means that all the meat served to you fresh at your table, straight from the grill. You can eat as much or as little as you like, and we have a large selection of meats on offer, so you can stick to what you know or try something a little bit different! We also have a selection of Vegetarian, Halal and Fish dishes on offer and the salad bar which is the perfect start to your meal, and accompanies our entire menu perfectly as little palate cleansers between each skewer that reaches your table.

Top review

Tony

Dined today

On entry to leaving was amazing. Friendly atmosphere great river views, great staff, great food, choice and service. They label all allergens. For me it’s fish and nuts I can’t have. I felt confident to eat with immediate attention to allergens on first sitting down from Alex. We went for lunch it was our first time but not our last. Eat as much as you want till you burst. Food carved in front of you every 5-10 mins. 8 choices of meat, salad bar is amazing. Drinks not included but a good choice for all. Alco to none alco. Loved it, you will too.

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Christmas Day at Estabulo

Runa Farm

4.3

4.3 (405)

£26 to £40

English

Barnard Castle

About the restaurant

WELCOME TO RUNA FARM
Runa Farm, is an intensely rustic inspired hotel, country pub and wedding venue quite unlike any other, combining natural rural beauty with cool Balearic vibes to deliver something wholly unique, as its guests will discover…

In brief, it was our plan to create an individual and special destination for “boho, honest and earthy” experiences with the farm and its produce at the very heart.

The result is a loveable, laid-back and luxurious County Durham country retreat complete with standout spaces and suites, cool glamping and field-to-fork dining, inviting people to gather, feast, stay, and enjoy every element of its feelgood spirit and endless appeal.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined on Sep 27, 2024

Always top notch when we come to Runa. Admittedly not every month but still on a regular basis. We’ve booked for Christmas Day:)

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