Diners' Choice: British restaurants in Newcastle and Northumberland

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Updated June 05, 2025

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4.8

4.8 (5406)

£26 to £40

British

Newcastle upon Tyne

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

Sarah

Dined 2 days ago

Great set menu, very friendly staff and nice table. Quality of menu and food is excellent.

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Popular dish

Cheddar Cheese and Spinach Soufflé

Peace and Loaf Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (2625)

£41 and over

British

Newcastle upon Tyne

About the restaurant

Headed up by Chef / Owner Dave Coulson, Peace & Loaf is a restaurant unlike any other in the region. Dave has an unrivalled reputation and passion for creating flavoursome and innovative dishes, which shows with the diverse menu and delicately decorated food on offer. Highlighting the importance of using only the freshest, locally sourced produce, Peace & Loaf will offer exciting, seasonal menus that will incorporate Dave’s signature dishes. Heavily inspired by traditional British cuisine with Dave’s own inventive flare, the meticulously crafted dishes will excite and intrigue even the most discerning of palates.

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Terry

Dined 7 days ago

As always, delicious food, great atmosphere and helpful informative staff. Thanks Dave and team for a great evening.

No. 59 Restaurant @ Townhouse Morpeth

4.9

4.9 (999)

£26 to £40

British

Morpeth

About the restaurant

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.

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Lorraine

Dined 6 days ago

From the initial greeting on arrival to saying goodbye at the end of our evening the hospitality and service was outstanding.Everyone was friendly , but professional and the teamwork was exceptional.There was no judgement made on us bringing small children out to dinner and my Grandsons were treated as equal members of the party.My 10 yr old Grandson said that his sea bream was very tasty and even the mussels on the dish were some of the best he has ever tasted(and he’s a foodie).My youngest grandson ,at just over a year ,tried food from each of our plates and really enjoyed his taster menu.The food was exceptional in quality and in presentation and we all left feeling we had enjoyed a great evening with great food which was good value for money.We will definitely return.

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Sticky toffee pudding

Bertram's

4.6

4.6 (132)

£25 and under

British

Amble

About the restaurant

Our focus is on delivering delicious local Northumbrian produce in a warm and welcoming environment. Our day menu (which operates on a walk-in basis only) is full of local favourites. Whether you are looking for a hearty breakfast, a light lunch or just some delicious coffee and cake we have something for everyone.

Transitioning into our evening bistro service from 5.30pm onwards, we present a refined yet flavourful menu. Our chefs select trusted local suppliers renowned for procuring the finest quality ingredients, which they craft into irresistible dishes for your enjoyment. Complemented by an extensive wine selection, our offerings provide the ideal blend for a laid-back evening of exquisite dining.

Situated in the heart of Warkworth and only a stone’s through from the village’s historic castle, we are ideally located for people’s exploring Warkworth and beyond.

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Mark

Dined 5 days ago

A most enjoyable meal in a very pleasant environment

Blackfriars Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (6516)

£26 to £40

British

Newcastle upon Tyne

About the restaurant

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.

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XVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Historical environment matched with decent food. And good value. The fish of the day is a fine chunk of sea trout. The skin is crispy and the flesh is not dry. The miso (?) butter beans are stunning. House-smoked Sea trout rillettes for starter. Creamy but not heavy, goes well with the sourdough toasted or soft. (The lunch and early dinner sets are of great value.) The monkfish is innovatively wrapped in seaweed like a second skin. The taste has an interesting umami though a bit salty for me. The potato is indulgent too. Spinach in the summer greens are surprisingly good. Not slimy at all and beautifully green. Food came promptly and service is attentive, though it takes a while to pay. Seriously, come back to Cambridge please. Tucked away from the busy street, the restaurant and courtyard are a world of their own.

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Experience

Afternoon Tea

Branches Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (188)

£41 and over

British

Newcastle upon Tyne

About the restaurant

Branches is a multi award winning restaurant
which aims to provide its customers a contemporary dining experience set in a beautifully modern décor surrounding.

Located on the hugely popular Osborne road we pride ourselves on the professional service our staff provides each customer. The intimate stylish dining room caters for individuals and parties to provide the ideal setting for any occasion from romantic to business.

Our chef source the freshest, local, best of British produce direct from nearby suppliers, farms and markets.
All our dishes are created from the highest quality products available. We also offer a wide selection of Wines, Beers, Gins and expertly made Cocktails.

Branches Restaurant has won Tripadvisors Travellers choice award for multiple consecutive years along with appearing consistently in their top 10 restaurants in Newcastle Upon Tyne.

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Vivienne

Dined 5 days ago

Another lovely dining experience. It would be enhanced if the Sunday lunch menu included a lamb option.

The Broad Chare

4.8

4.8 (3283)

£26 to £40

British

Newcastle upon Tyne

About the restaurant

We’re big on warmth, low on fussiness: stripped wood floors, high bar stools, painted brickwork and comfy leather banquettes. Sup your pint beside our polished-oak bar or tuck yourself away in the Snug behind the frosted glass partition. You can hear yourself talk, concentrate on the crossword or nod off quietly in the corner.

To help keep everyone safe, our teams will continue to wear face masks and we'd love you to do the same when nentering and moving around the pub and dining room.

Thank you for your continued support and understanding and we look forward to seeing you.

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PhilVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Relaxed atmosphere, brilliant food – can’t wait to come back again.

Hinnies Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (2889)

£25 and under

British

Newcastle upon Tyne

About the restaurant

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).

Top review

Dined 3 days ago

Great menu and excellent quality foo at a very decent price - always a destination for us and our visitors

Hibou Blanc

4.6

4.6 (1381)

£26 to £40

British

Newcastle upon Tyne

About the restaurant

This magical Edwardian building has been transformed to a beautiful bar, restaurant and private room where we hope to deliver to our customers an experience you won’t find anywhere else in Newcastle.
Join us to dine in our elegant brasserie which aims to serve classic dishes, including a generous Sunday lunch, using the very best ingredients with plenty of flavor but no fuss or in the bar for some light bites and fantastic drinks curated by a team of some of Newcastle best mixologists.
Above all we want you to relax, enjoy the music and feel at home here at Hibou Blanc.
Please note our bar operates on a walk-in only basis, and you can book our main restaurant to enjoy both our lunch and our a la carte menu. When joining for Afternoon Tea please state this in your booking notes.

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Ben

Dined 5 days ago

10/10, as ever. Fantastic food and even better service.

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Popular dish

28oz Chateaubriand to share

4.5

4.5 (873)

£25 and under

British

Sunderland

About the restaurant

Welcome to the Engine Room
Great 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.

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Wendy

Dined 3 days ago

Everytime I visit Sunderland to either go to the Sunderland Empire or The Fire Station I always book The Engine Room for food. There is always a great choice of food and the menu is changed regularly. The food is always delicious, freshly cooked and most importantly hot. Would definitely recommend

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