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1. Gaucho Newcastle
4.6
Exceptional(601)
$$$$
• Steak • Newcastle upon Tyne
Booked 36 times today
Gaucho is now the custodian of a painstakingly restored Grade II-listed building on Pilgrim Street, blending a sophisticated elegance with industrial elements, reflecting the city’s legacy for impeccable craftsmanship. With a sweeping centerpiece bar that’s perfect for early evening drinks and a wide-plan restaurant with an open kitchen, it will become the restaurant to see and be seen in this great city.
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2. Blackfriars Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(6647)
$$$$
• British • Newcastle upon Tyne
Booked 37 times today
Blackfriars is located in a 13th century medieval friary where it once served as the refectory for the Dominican friars, making it one of the oldest purpose-built dining rooms in the UK.The restaurant serves a classic, gutsy British menu sourcing seasonal produce from local farms and markets accompanied by a large award-winning wine list. It also has an adjoining 50-seat Banquet Hall for private parties and weddings and above the restaurant is a Cookery School and Wine/Beer/Whisky Tasting Room. See their website for a full list of what’s on.Blackfriars has won a host of awards including The Taste of the North East winner in the North East Tourism Awards, Best Sunday Lunch in Newcastle by readers of the Independent, Best restaurant in the North East/Newcastle’ by readers of The Observer and Metro Newspaper. It has an AA rosette, inclusion in the Which? Good Food Guide, Hardens and Michelin Guides.
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3. Kiln
4.7
Exceptional(1314)
$$$$
• Middle Eastern • Newcastle upon Tyne
Booked 27 times today
Kiln is a small restaurant in the heart of the Ouseburn. We make everything from scratch ourselves to ensure freshness and quality in everything we do.We serve Breakfast every morning from 10am to 2pm, and our Lunch Menu runs between 12pm and 4pm.Our Mediterranean & Middle Eastern inspired tapas style menu is served from 4pm to 9:30pm.Our great coffee, homemade cakes and cocktails are served all day - and we’re dog friendly!Please inform the staff of any allergies when booking & due to the nature of our menu please note we cannot accommodate anyone with a sesame allergy.Thank you!
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4. Social Bird
4.3
Awesome(59)
$$$$
• British • Newcastle upon Tyne
NOT YOUR TYPICAL BIRD We're up for doing things a lil' differently. Bringing you food and drinks you'll rave about in a laid-back setting. There's no stuffy rules here. Our space is for everyone. Cosy coffees and quick lunches. Co-working or catch-ups. Sit-down dinners to feeling fancy Friday night cocktails. This simple style guide is here to take you under it's wing. Welcoming hotel guests and locals alike, Social Bird is an ideal go to for those wishing to enjoy the bustling nightlife or visiting one of the many music or theatre venues in the city. So, whether you are indulging in the ballet at the Theatre Royal, cheering on your team at St James Park, or dancing the night away watching your favourite band at the Utilita Arena .. the Social Bird is the perfect place to start your adventure.
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5. Gino D’Acampo Newcastle
4.2
Awesome(1045)
$$$$
• Italian • Newcastle upon Tyne
Booked 17 times today
If your preferred date or time not available, please call us on 0191 933 6994 or email us on Newcastle@ginorestaurants.com and one of our team will try everything possible to accommodate your preferred date and time.Gino D'Acampo Newcastle is a beautiful light, open plan restaurant with floor to ceiling windows that lets the natural light flood it – it’s a real mood booster. That’s not all, we also have a huge contemporary terrace overlooking the iconic River Tyne, I can’t wait for you to see it.Serving real Italian food as it should be, the menu really does have something for everyone. Check out my new lounge bar as well, it serves one of the biggest selections of Prosecco, sparkling wine and Franciacorta in the UK, with over 30 varieties for you to choose from. Pop by for a drink after work or enjoy one or two while you dine, the choice is yours.Buon Appetito.
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6. Branches Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(318)
$$$$
• British • Newcastle upon Tyne
Booked 7 times today
Branches is a multi award winning restaurantwhich aims to provide its customers a contemporary dining experience set in a beautifully modern décor surrounding.Located on the hugely popular Osborne road we pride ourselves on the professional service our staff provides each customer. The intimate stylish dining room caters for individuals and parties to provide the ideal setting for any occasion from romantic to business.Our chef source the freshest, local, best of British produce direct from nearby suppliers, farms and markets.All our dishes are created from the highest quality products available. We also offer a wide selection of Wines, Beers, Gins and expertly made Cocktails.Branches Restaurant has won Tripadvisors Travellers choice award for multiple consecutive years along with appearing consistently in their top 10 restaurants in Newcastle Upon Tyne.
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7. Pho Newcastle
4.5
Awesome(111)
$$$$
• Vietnamese • Newcastle upon Tyne
Booked 6 times today
Pho Newcastle is a healthy Vietnamese restaurant with loads of vegan and gluten free options. We specialise in phở, the Vietnamese noodle soup and also serve delicious curries, rice dishes, wok-fried noodles, and fresh salads too. Our starters such as summer rolls and spring rolls are perfect for sharing with friends and family. We also offer an entirely gluten free dessert menu with dishes like Pandan waffles, condensed milk ice cream and a Vietnamese affogato. Over a third of our menu is vegan, and nearly all of it is gluten-free, so we are a great destination for people who follow those particular dietary restrictions. We are also accredited by Coeliac UK. Aside from our lovely food we offer a brilliant range of healthy juices, as well as delicious wine and beer, and a fantastic cocktail menu too. We look forward to welcoming you! Ps, we are dog friendly so your 4-legged friends are always welcome.
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8. Ember
4.8
Exceptional(504)
$$$$
• Modern European • Sunderland
Booked 23 times today
Culinary Excellence in SunderlandSet within the historic Sheepfolds in Riverside Sunderland, Ember offers a unique dining experience in the most stunning setting.
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9. Aveika
4.4
Awesome(801)
$$$$
• Contemporary Asian • Newcastle upon Tyne
Aveika Restaurant & Late Bar is a modern, creative Asian Inspired & Grill that takes its inspiration from the Japanese concept of an ‘Izakaya’. Aveika is a sophisticated establishment where the atmosphere is both stylish and vibrant.The Robata grill serves a wide range of locally sourced meats and poultry, organic vegetables and seafood, prepared and served with in-house sauces and marinades. Our style of food is ‘authentic yet not traditional’, a modern interpretation of traditional Asian inspired cuisine, where the emphasis is centred on creating a harmony of flavours. Our sushi bar offers wide variety of fresh fish for use as sashimi, nigiri, maki and speciality rolls.
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10. Raval Indian Brasserie & Bar
4.8
Exceptional(43)
$$$$
• Indian • Newcastle upon Tyne
Booked 5 times today
Raval is a nationally recognised, multi award-winning Indian restaurant and Britain’s National Champion, located at the top of the Tyne Bridge with panoramic views across the Newcastle skyline.Moments from the Hilton Hotel and the Glasshouse International Centre for Music, Raval is perfectly placed for business dining, early evening meals and pre-concert occasions.Our kitchen delivers refined, contemporary Indian cuisine rooted in bold, authentic flavours, seasonal ingredients and precise technique, recognised as a National Champion of British Indian food and featured in the British Indian Good Food Guide.With a stylish dining room and elegant lounge bar for pre-dinner drinks, Raval offers a relaxed yet refined setting for special occasions, celebrations and memorable dining experiences.Advance reservations are recommended.

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  • Dionne
    Yorkshire •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Really enjoyed my experience at branches for my Sunday lunch , I would say up there with the best Sunday lunch I’ve had. The service was amazing and staff are so friendly and lovely will defiantly be coming back
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    Branches Restaurant££££• British• Newcastle upon Tyne
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    4.8
  • Simon
    Newcastle and Northumberland •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Excellent venue with a really nice vibe. They were short staffed so the GM ended up looking after my wife and I, you would never have known they were staff down as we were looked after exceptionally by everyone. We were celebrating a business award and without prompting they brought us out a dessert with congratulations on at the end of our meal! Food was amazing- gorgeous Steak for me and Flat Iron Chicken for my wife. Starters were delicious too. 10/10
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    Gaucho Newcastle££££• Steak• Newcastle upon Tyne
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    4.6
  • Tim
    Newcastle and Northumberland •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Terrific service , great food, grilled haloumi amazing as was the whipped feta. Great vibe. Came with work a few weeks ago and brought my wife back last night who also loved it,
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    Kiln££££• Middle Eastern• Newcastle upon Tyne
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    4.7
  • Chris
    Newcastle and Northumberland •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 1 June 2026
    As usual a fantastic meal and the staff were so knowledgeable for my wife’s allergies and also provided excellent service.
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    Blackfriars Restaurant££££• British• Newcastle upon Tyne
    •
    4.7
  • Anamaria
    Newcastle and Northumberland •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 21 Jan 2026
    We had an amazing time with our friends,the staff was very friendly,food was amazing!! The portions are huge and we didn’t expect it because as we know it’s quite expensive everywhere but this place left us amazed. The prices were sooo good for what you get. Oh and the social bird lager was so refreshing and very tasty. We are impressed and we will definitely go again!!!
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    Social Bird££££• British• Newcastle upon Tyne
    •
    4.3

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