The restaurants below have been grouped into four different pricing categories:
$$$$ (over £50)
$$$ (£35 to £50)
$$ (£20 to £35)
$ (up to £20)
These prices are based on the cost of a three-course meal for one including a half bottle of house wine or equivalent (where available).
Black Door This charming restaurant, which offers a twist on classic French cuisine, has picked up a number of awards for its outstanding food. And rightly so. Diners can expect flavorsome, lovingly presented food, friendly service and elegant and
intimate surroundings.
32 Clayton Street West
Tel: (0191) 261 6295.
Price: $$$$
Jesmond Dene House Restaurant
This restaurant offers fine dining in two separate areas that both exude classic elegance. The cuisine is classic Continental combined with some more local elements. Only the best seasonal and local produce is used, and the emphasis is on bringing out the very best in the ingredients. Classic.
Jesmond Dene Road
Tel: (0191) 212 3000.
Website:
www.jesmonddenehouse.co.uk Price: $$$$
Café 21Generally regarded as one of the very best restaurants in the North East,
Café 21, situated near the Tyne Bridge, serves classic bistro style dishes in bright and stylish surroundings. The food is fresh and flavorsome, prepared and presented with flair and assurance. The excellent service is attentive and friendly. Well worth visiting.
19-21 Queen Street
Tel: (0191) 222 0755.
Website:
www.cafetwentyone.co.uk Price: $$$
Secco Ristorante Salentino Focusing on a menu from the Salentino region in southern Italy, this fine restaurant oozes charm and contemporary sophistication. Top quality ingredients, great staff and a wonderful setting make this one of the best restaurants in town.
86 Pilgrim Street
Tel: (0191) 230 0444.
Website:
www.seccouk.com Price: $$$
Tai Pan
An excellent Chinese restaurant featuring a separate Japanese sushi bar,
Tai Pan is a popular place both among locals and tourists. It is very spacious, and the Chinese décor is striking. The dim sum are wonderful in flavor and variety, and the sushi conveyor belt constantly brings bright, colorful and delicious dishes to the appreciative guests.
Unit 1, Thornton House, Thornton Street
Tel: (0191) 261 8883.
Website:
www.taipanuk.com Price: $$
Uno’s Restaurant
A near legendary quayside restaurant with a vibrant feel and great food. Everythingis very reasonably priced and the happy hour pizza and pastas are astonishing valuefor money.
Uno’s is also known as a popular haunt for visiting celebrities.
18 Sandhill
Tel: (0191) 261 5264.
Price: $-$$
Blackfriars Restaurant Tucked away in a peaceful square that was formerly used by the Black Friars, this elegant café serves a great menu at reasonable prices.
Blackfriars is the oldest purpose-built restaurant in the UK, with its origins dating back to 1239. On offer is excellent British food made of fresh, seasonal ingredients.
Friars Street
Tel: (0191) 261 5945.
Website:
www.blackfriarscafebar.co.uk Price: $-$$
Nightlife:Geordies have a well-deserved reputation for knowing how to have a good time and the great range of pubs, bars and clubs in the region reflect this thirst for life. For old-fashioned drinking, try
The Bodega on Westgate Road which specializes in real ale. Formerly the first class lounge at Central Station,
Centurion on Neville Street, with its beautiful high ceiling and antique tiling, has to make this one of the most attractive station bars/brasseries in the country. For something more modern, try the relatively new
Apartment on Collingwood Street - it oozes cool and laidback chic.
Clubbing is a way of life on Tyneside and there is no shortage of late bars and clubs for revelers to choose from. The area around Quayside is particularly popular with several clubs close to the Tyne Bridge; try
Julies 2 and
Sea. The
Tuxedo Princess, moored under the Tyne Bridge with access from the Gateshead side, is a floating nightclub well known for its party action and revolving dance floor. Or for something a little different, try the
World Headquarters (website:
www.theworldheadquarters.com) in Carliol Square for its eclectic blend of the best music from around the world.
The Head of Steam at The Cluny, 36 Lime Street, is a bar that constantly seems able to attract top rock and pop bands. The
Newcastle Carling Academy on Westgate Road (website:
www.newcastle-academy.co.uk) is another popular venue. It was converted from a bingo hall in 2005 with a two-level auditorium.
The region also supports a thriving live music scene. Jazz aficionados will love the intimacy of the
Jazz Café (tel: (0191) 232 6505) on Pink Lane.
Newcastle University Union on Kensington Terrace is a great place for up and coming indie bands. Or for bigger acts, head to the impressive
Metro Radio Arena (website:
www.metroradioarena.co.uk) on Arena Way.
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